Review: ‘The Photograph’ develops nicely into a fine film
The Associated Press This Valentine’s Day, there’s certain to be the usual flood of candy and flowers. But at your local movie theater, there’s something…
February 2020
PennDOT improves warning at I-80 North Fork curve
From staff reports Those who regularly travel eastbound Interstate 80 eastbound may be familiar with the sharp turn at the North Fork Bridge in Brookville,…
Report: Census Bureau at risk of not being ready for count
The Associated Press With the start of the 2020 census just a month away for most U.S. residents, the U.S. Census Bureau is behind in…
Shelton’s 1st workout as Pirates’ manager ‘cool’ experience
BRADENTON, Fla. (AP) — The smile never seemed to leave Derek Shelton’s face as he walked from one practice field to another while watching the…
Review: ‘Sonic the Hedgehog’ worth rushing to see
The Associated Press If the Hollywood mantra for making blockbusters is “faster, faster, faster,” then the creators of “Sonic the Hedgehog” have wisely ignored it….
Recent Deaths 2/13/20
Susan A. Carson, 56, of Tionesta, died Feb. 9, 2020. Pat A. Stenger, 84, of Tionesta, formerly of Pittsburgh, died Feb. 8, 2020. Roy M….
Former Strattanville industrial site may have new life
By RANDY BARTLEY Staff writer An industrial site closed for 10 years may soon have new life. Last week, Gov. Tom Wolf announced the approval…
Shippenville Ambulance Service drive begins
From staff reports The Shippenville Ambulance Service has begun its annual membership drive. Letters were sent out to people in the ambulance service’s coverage area,…
US, Taliban close to ‘reduction in violence’ agreement
ISLAMABAD (AP) — The Taliban have issued an ultimatum to Washington after weeks of talks with a U.S. peace envoy, demanding a reply on their…
Gourde lifts Lightning over Pens 2-1 in OT for 8th straight
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The puck ended up on Yanni Gourde’s stick and for a split second, the only thing the Tampa Bay Lightning forward felt…
Poodle perfection: Siba wins best in show at Westminster
NEW YORK (AP) — Primped and poised, Siba the standard poodle owned the ring. Even with the crowd at Madison Square Garden chanting for a…
Brookville man faces charges for striking child
From staff reports A Brookville man accused of striking a child is facing felony aggravated assault charges. Brandon Motter, 26, admitted to police he struck…
‘Snowman in the Forest’ set for Feb. 15
From staff reports The Cook Forest Vacation Bureau once again will sponsor a fun family day, “Snowman in the Forest,” beginning at 11:30 a.m. Saturday,…
China denies cybertheft following Equifax accusations
BEIJING (AP) — China denied involvement in any hacking activities on Tuesday after the United States indicted four members of the Chinese military for allegedly…
Penguins acquire forward Zucker from Wild for Galchenyuk
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh Penguins have acquired veteran forward Jason Zucker from Minnesota, giving the Penguins’ top-six forward group a jolt as they prepare…
Live episode of ‘The Conners’ takes on New Hampshire primary
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Veteran TV producer Bruce Helford knows how unpredictable a live sitcom episode can be. He has a vivid memory of the…
Recent Deaths 2/11/20
Ray Anthony Ashbaugh, 58, Marble, died Feb. 6, 2020. Stanley Allen Bashline, 58, of Shippenville, died Feb. 8, 2020. Kimblin A. Hansen, 60, of Shippenville,…
Deluge in Australia drenches fires, eases 3-year drought
WELLINGTON, New Zealand (AP) — Drought, wildfires and now flooding have given Australia’s weather an almost Biblical feel this year. The good news is that…
Making Oscar history, ‘Parasite’ wins best picture
LOS ANGELES (AP) — In a milestone win that instantly expanded the Oscars’ horizons, Bong Joon Ho’s masterfully devious class satire “Parasite” became the first…
Solar energy movement has spread to region
By JUDITH O. ETZEL Contributing writer Western Pennsylvania has a long and colorful history of land leasing as oil and gas firms scoured the region…