New 10-day disabled list gives teams more flexibility
The Associated Press Baseball’s new 10-day disabled list seems to be quite a hit so far. The 15-day DL timetable was reduced to 10 this…
Emma Watson praises genderless MTV Awards after ‘Beauty’ win
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Emma Watson had high praise for MTV’s move to remove gender qualifiers for its Movie and TV Awards. In accepting the…
Recent Deaths 5/8/17
Rev. John Sass Jr., 90, died May 7, 2017. Roberta Couch, 96, of Oil City, died May 7, 2017. For complete obituaries, please pick…
Reservations being accepted for River Ridge tours
The Venango Museum of Art, Science and Industry is sponsoring two tours of Joseph Sibley’s River Ridge Mansion at Life Ministries to be held Thursday,…
ESPN employee from Oil City produced Conner-O’Neil story
By Saxon Daugherty Staff Writer The family of a child who died of cancer in December was highlighted this week in an ESPN feature produced…
Stolen Ronald McDonald statue recovered undamaged
CLINTON, N.J. (AP) — A life-size Ronald McDonald statue stolen from a McDonald’s in New Jersey last month has been found. But authorities are keeping…
MTV celebrates summer viewing season with Movie & TV Awards
LOS ANGELES (AP) — MTV is heralding the start of summer viewing season with its Movie & TV Awards. Formerly known as the MTV Movie…
Retail Theft
Tense France chooses new president, deciding Europe’s fate
PARIS (AP) — French voters decided Sunday whether to back pro-business independent Emmanuel Macron or far-right populist Marine Le Pen as their next president, casting…
Capitals rally past Penguins in Game 5 to avoid elimination
WASHINGTON (AP) — It was quiet in the Washington Capitals’ locker room during the second intermission as they stared down the prospect of the end…
9-2 favorite Always Dreaming wins Kentucky Derby in the slop
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — Always Dreaming splashed through the slop to win the Kentucky Derby by 2 ¾ lengths, giving trainer Todd Pletcher and jockey…
Franklin freshman wins Propaganda tournament
From staff reports A Franklin High School freshman emerged as the nation’s best player of Propaganda last week at the 52nd National Academic Games Tournament…
Mercer DUI
Sugarcreek DUI
French campaign watchdog examines election-eve Macron leak
PARIS (AP) — France’s election campaign watchdog is investigating a hacking attack and document leak targeting presidential candidate Emmanuel Macron that his political movement calls…
Country legend Loretta Lynn hospitalized after having stroke
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Country music legend Loretta Lynn has been hospitalized after having a stroke, her publicist said Friday. Maria Malta, a publicist for…
LeBlanc solid after long delay, Pirates top Brewers 4-0
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh Pirates have asked Wade LeBlanc to do a little bit of everything out of the bullpen the first month of…
Recent Deaths 5/6/17
Roy Albert Lehman, 91, of Franklin, died Friday, May 5, 2017. Patrica Grace Kunkle Rehberg, 76, of Bedford County, died Wednesday, May 3, 2017. Fred E. Kelso…
Every little bit helps
Precious Paws Animal Rescue in Franklin has met its shoe drive goal. Tri-County Animal Rescue in Shippenville has some tremendous torties available. Tiny Tina is…
Clinton Twp. theft
Seneca Burglary
Pet of the day 5/5/17
Name: Addi Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Age: 9 years Gender: Female Size: Medium Color: White Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Addi can be found at Venango…
Franklin agency celebrates 500th car seat loan
By MARISSA DECHANT Staff writer The car seat loan program at ABC Life Center in Franklin recently reached a large milestone. Last week, the program…
Ale Avocado Tacos
Makes 6 to 8 servings Salsa Fresca 11/2 cups seeded and diced plum tomatoes 1/4 cup diced yellow onion 1/4 cup seeded and finely diced…
Foxburg man held for court on 21 sex-related charges
By SAXON DAUGHERTY Staff writer A Foxburg man accused of having inappropriate sexual contact with a juvenile female family member was held for court Wednesday….
May Garden Mart is a colorful experience
From staff reports The Franklin Gardeners Association is hosting the 17th annual May Garden Mart this weekend in West Park, or Fountain Park, in downtown…
N. Korea accuses US, S. Korea of assassination attempt
SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — North Korea on Friday accused the U.S. and South Korean spy agencies of an unsuccessful assassination attempt on leader Kim…
Pens relying on grit, defense to take control vs. Caps
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh Penguins were a puck-hogging, ice-tilting blur last spring, overwhelming opponents with an avalanche of shots and sustained offensive pressure that…
Romanian Kitsch Museum opens in Bucharest
BUCHAREST, Romania (AP) — A museum showcasing Romanian kitsch items, ranging from a life-size Dracula to communist-era glass fish, opened in the country’s capital on…
Recent Deaths 5/5/17
Delbert W. Cook Jr., 85, died May 3, 2017. Lucille M. Gilmore, 102, died April 3, 2017. Harold Glenn Burke, 85, died May 1, 2017. Jean…
Create a memorable prom weekend
After months of planning and anticipation, many soon-to-be graduates would no doubt prefer prom night to last for more than one evening. Some students extend…
National Day of Prayer: The great J.C. … Penney?
One of the running gags I have in the newsroom comes from the amount of assignments given to me to cover stories in churches or…
The dark side of May 4: Storm trooper causes alarm at school
ASHWAUBENON, Wis. (AP) — A student dressed as a storm trooper for “Star Wars Day” prompted the evacuation of a Wisconsin high school when a…
Pet of the day 5/4/17
Name: Colby Breed: Great Pyrenees Color: White Age: 5 years Size: X-Large Gender: Male Colby can be found at Tri-County Animal Rescue Center.
Spicy Cheese Balls
Makes 35 to 40 bite-size balls 1 8-ounce package cream cheese, at room temperature 1 cup grated sharp cheddar cheese 1 teaspoon minced garlic 1…
Cornplanter Twp. fatal accident
Father, son waive hearings on burglary charges
By SAXON DAUGHERTY Staff Writer A father and son from Kennerdell who are facing felony burglary charges in connection with an altercation in Frenchcreek Township…
Franklin Chamber moving to new Liberty location
From staff reports A prominent storefront in downtown Franklin will soon be the new home of the Franklin Area Chamber of Commerce. The chamber purchased…
Family of boy killed on Kansas waterslide to receive $20M
KANSAS CITY, Kan. (AP) — The family of a 10-year-old boy who died on a giant waterslide at a Kanas water park will receive nearly…
Penguins edge Capitals 3-2 to take 3-1 lead
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Forget about revenge for the brutal cross-check that knocked Pittsburgh Penguins star Sidney Crosby out of the playoffs indefinitely. Marc-Andre Fleury didn’t…
Isn’t it moronic: Morissette manager sad over ‘stupid’ theft
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Alanis Morissette’s meteoric rise to fame put her in need of someone who could wisely invest her fortune for her future….
Recent Deaths 5/4/17
Brittany D. Sebring 21, of Ripley, New York, died May 1, 2017. Sandra Sue “Peach” Crawford, 72, of Franklin, died May 3, 2017. Lucille M….
Body of 19th century serial killer exhumed near Philadelphia
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — The body of a 19th century serial killer is being exhumed in suburban Philadelphia at the request of his great-grandchildren, who hope…
Spaces available in OC community garden
From staff reports First Presbyterian Church of Oil City has spaces for rent in its Community Garden. The rental fee is $15 for the season…
Sugarcreek Borough accident
Clarion Twp. accident
Pet of the day 5/3/17
Name: Mouser Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Age: 1 year Gender: Male Size: Medium Color: White/ Black Declawed: No House-trained: Yes Adoption Price: $40.00 Mouser can…
Thai peanut veggie and tofu bowl
Servings: 4 Start to finish: 20 minutes 2 tablespoons peanut butter (smooth or chunky) 1 tablespoon honey 2 tablespoons lime juice, plus 1 additional tablespoons…
Several small tornadoes formed during storms
From staff and wire reports Meteorologists say several small tornadoes appear to have touched down during severe storms Monday in Pennsylvania that downed trees and…
Titusville students to speak tonight about Ecuador trip
By WILLIAM STEVENS Staff writer Some Titusville High School students will share their recent experiences in Ecuador at a community gathering tonight. The group spent…