Drake Well expands library pass program
From staff reports Drake Well Museum and Park has expanded its library pass program to include Meadville Public Library. The museum created the program in…
Biden is coming out in opposition to plans to sell US Steel to a Japanese company
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden is coming out in opposition to the planned sale of U.S. Steel to Nippon Steel of Japan, saying in…
Shapiro unveils plan to cut greenhouse gases, boost renewables in big energy producer
SCRANTON (AP) — Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro unveiled a plan Wednesday to fight climate change, saying he will back legislation to make power plant owners…
‘The Girls on the Bus’ takes you on a soapy ride with reporters following presidential campaigns
The Associated Press Just in time for election year, a new Max series called “The Girls on the Bus” follows female journalists who are part…
Recent Deaths 3/14/24
Margaret Ann Beightol, 93, of Franklin, died March 12, 2024. Janice Helene (Anderson) Horn died March 9, 2024. Suzann Slagle, 90, of Titusville, died March…
Pet of the Day 3/13/24
Sweet Shirley was brought to us when her elderly owner could no longer care for her. She is approximately 5 years old and weighs just…
Kid-Friendly Mexican Cinnamon Cookies
(Family Features) Whether Cinco de Mayo means an opportunity to celebrate your family’s heritage or it’s simply an excuse to gather with the ones you…
Pennwest Homes workers end strike
From staff reports Pennwest Homes and its union workers recently arrived at an agreement on a new contract. Representatives with both the Emlenton-area company and…
ORA accepting nominations for Historic Preservation Awards
From staff reports The Oil Region Alliance is accepting nominations for this year’s Oil Region Historic Preservation Awards. Nomination forms and eligibility requirements are available…
Putin is set to win 6 more years in power. Here’s how it will affect the war and Russia’s relations
The Associated Press Vladimir Putin is poised to sweep to another six-year term in this week’s presidential election, even though Russians are dying in Ukraine in a war…
Biden, Trump clinch nominations, setting stage for general election rematch
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump clinched their parties’ presidential nominations Tuesday with decisive victories in a slate of low-profile…
Batherson’s OT goal lifts Senators over Penguins 2-1, stops 7-game skid
OTTAWA, Ontario (AP) — Drake Batherson scored 3:13 into overtime, and the Ottawa Senators ended a seven-game winless streak with a 2-1 victory over the…
As TikTok bill steams forward, online influencers put on their lobbying hats to visit Washington
WASHINGTON (AP) — Lawmakers, meet your latest lobbyists: online influencers from TikTok. The platform is once again bringing influencers to Washington, this time to lobby…
Recent Deaths 3/13/24
George Wesley Bryan, 80, of Oil City, died March 9, 2024. Harry R. Truax, 73, of Rimersburg, died March 11, 2024. James E. “Worm” Van…
Pet of the Day 3/12/24
Meet Chuck, the hound mix with a smile as big as his heart! This handsome boy came to us as a stray, so we don’t…
Mexican Cactus Pork Stew
(Family Features) Whether Cinco de Mayo means an opportunity to celebrate your family’s heritage or it’s simply an excuse to gather with the ones you…
OC couple facing child endangerment, drug charges
By HELEN FIELDING Staff writer A Oil City man and woman are facing child endangerment and drug charges after suspected drugs were found to be…
Harrisville Fire Company gets $375K in federal funds
From staff reports The Harrisville Volunteer Fire Company will receive $375,000 in funding, as part of a $15.7 million package in Community Project Funding grants…
Top Polish leaders to visit White House, hoping to spur US to help Ukraine more
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden is hosting Poland’s president and prime minister for White House talks on Tuesday with the Polish leaders looking to…
Aid ship sets sail to Gaza, where hundreds of thousands face starvation
RAFAH, Gaza Strip (AP) — An aid ship loaded with some 200 tons of food set sail for Gaza on Tuesday in a pilot program…
A family is shaken in Peacock’s ‘Apples Never Fall,’ starring Annette Bening
The Associated Press There’s a scene in the new Peacock drama “ Apples Never Fall ” in which Annette Bening ‘s character weeps after having too much to drink…
Recent Deaths 3/12/24
Marie C. LaVan, 82, of Shippenville, died March 9, 2024. Robert Eugene “Gene” Fair, 76, of Perryville, Parker, died March 10, 2024. Barbara M. Cisek…
Pet of the Day 3/11/24
Amethyst is a silly young female who is looking for a new home to grow and play in! Amethyst enjoys spending her days playing with…
Chocolate Loaf
(Family Features) What better way to celebrate friendship and camaraderie than with comforting foods all can enjoy. Sourdoughs and friendship breads may go in and…
VFW National Commander Testifies Before Congress
VFW National Commander Duane Sarmiento testified before a joint hearing of the Senate and House Committees on Veterans’ Affairs. The VFW delivered its top legislative…
Palestinians begin Ramadan with hunger worsening, no end in sight to war
RAFAH, Gaza Strip (AP) — Palestinians began fasting for Ramadan on Monday as the Muslim holy month arrived with cease-fire talks at a standstill, hunger…
McDavid has goal, 2 assists and Oilers cruise past Sidney Crosby and Pens 4-0
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Connor McDavid versus Sidney Crosby used to make the hockey world come to a standstill and watch. Not so much these days….
‘Oppenheimer’ crowned best picture at an Academy Awards shadowed by war
LOS ANGELES (AP) — “Oppenheimer,” a solemn three-hour biopic that became an unlikely billion-dollar box-office sensation, was crowned best picture at a 96th Academy Awards…
Recent Deaths 3/11/24
Barbara M. Cisek McGarvey, 84, of Van, died March 9, 2024. William A. “Bill” Neely, 92, of Knox, died March 7, 2024. Ralph “Toot” Umstead,…
Some documents in Bosley murder case have been sealed
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer Some of the documents in the court proceedings involving the Oil City man accused of murdering Suzette Nellis along the…
Sugarcreek prioritizes police coverage needs
By MAKAYLA KEATING Staff writer Now that Sugarcreek Borough Council has moved away from further discussions with the city of Franklin about possibly providing police…
US ship with equipment for building a pier is on its way to Gaza as part of a plan to ramp up aid
DEIR AL-BALAH, Gaza Strip (AP) — A U.S. Army vessel carrying equipment for building a temporary pier in Gaza was on its way to the…
Pastrnak reaches 40 goals as Bruins beat fading Penguins 5-1
BOSTON (AP) — David Pastrnak reached 40 goals for the third consecutive season, and the Boston Bruins beat the fading Pittsburgh Penguins 5-1 on Saturday….
The Oscars are almost here. Here’s what to know and how to watch
LOS ANGELES (AP) — After a winter barrage of award shows — the Emmys, the Golden Globes, the Grammys — the grandaddy of them all,…
Church to hold soup cook-off
From staff reports North Sandy Presbyterian Church in Utica will hold a soup cook-off from 4 to 6 p.m. Saturday, March 16. Guests may sample…
Biden says he’ll sign proposed legislation to ban TikTok if Congress passes it
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden on Friday endorsed legislation that could lead to the popular video-sharing app TikTok being banned in the United States,…
Congress passes first package of spending bills just hours before shutdown deadline
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Senate on Friday approved a $460 billion package of spending bills in time to meet a midnight deadline for avoiding a…
Recent Deaths 3/9/24
Mary Lou Lesko, 87, of Titusville, died March 6, 2024. Kenneth E. Campbell, 93, of Kinston, North Carolina, formerly of Oil City, died March 5,…
Pet of the Day 3/8/24
Meet Cilia, the sweet and silly boxer mix! She is estimated to be around 7 years old, and weighs approximately 56 pounds. Cilia is incredibly…
Cinnamon Brown Sugar Loaf
(Family Features) What better way to celebrate friendship and camaraderie than with comforting foods all can enjoy. Sourdoughs and friendship breads may go in and…
Man arrested for making threats in his neighborhood
By HELEN FIELDING Staff writer A Seneca man is facing charges that include terroristic threats for causing a disturbance in his neighborhood Thursday morning and…
ORA survey: Formation of ATV trails has support
From staff reports There were more than 1,200 responses to Oil Region Alliance of Business, Industry and Tourism surveys and input during public meetings to…
Biden uses State of the Union to contrast with Trump, sell voters on 2nd term
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden delivered a defiant argument for a second term in his State of the Union speech Thursday night, lacing into…
Capitals drill reeling Pens 6-0; Pens trade Guentzel
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Tom Wilson made a trip home to Toronto last week to see his ailing grandfather, Jake Avery, one final time. The veteran…
Review: John Cena gets the laughs in middling comedy ‘Ricky Stanicky’
The Associated Press Your tolerance for the new Peter Farrelly comedy “Ricky Stanicky” may come down to whether or not you think the idea of…
Recent Deaths 3/8/24
William R. “Bill” Yount, 88, of Oil City, died March 6, 2024. Nancy C. Funka, 79, of Grove City, died March 6, 2024. Edna Irene…
Pet of the Day 3/7/24
Sweet Bramble is looking for a loving home to call her own! Approximately 2 years old, Bramble is very loving and enjoys affection. She can…
Everything Loaf
(Family Features) What better way to celebrate friendship and camaraderie than with comforting foods all can enjoy. Sourdoughs and friendship breads may go in and…
307 days without a home… and counting
By JENNA BILTZ and REYNA WATSON Student Contributors Marley, a beautiful Doberman Pinscher and Labrador Retriever mix, came into the shelter when her owners could…
Episcopal commission makes donation to Together We Can group
From staff reports Mark Elliston, the vicar at Christ Episcopal Church in Oil City, recently presented a $500 donation to the scholarship fund of the…