Where’s the winner? Lottery’s Powerball error adds intrigue
CHICOPEE, Mass. (AP) — A mistake by the Massachusetts State Lottery has injected a little extra drama into the massive $758.7 million Powerball drawing. Lottery…
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Recent Deaths 8/24/17
Dale Edward, “Big Red” Amsler, 72, of Cranberry, died Aug. 20, 2017. Lilliauna Grace Snyder, 18 days, died Aug. 20, 2017. Margaret F. “Peggy” Camp Winger,…
O.C. police seeking help in search for chase suspects
From staff reports Oil City police have issued arrest warrants for four people in connection with a stolen vehicle chase at about noon Monday on…
Navy dismisses 7th Fleet commander after warship accidents
TOKYO (AP) — The U.S. Navy dismissed the commander of the Asia-based 7th Fleet on Wednesday after a series of warship accidents raised questions about…
Justice is kind: Folksy judge, 80, becomes an internet star
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) — An 80-year-old judge is an unlikely viral video sensation, but somehow Municipal Court Judge Frank Caprio has been winning hearts and…
Dodgers’ offense leads the way in 8-5 win over Pirates
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Los Angeles Dodgers added two more players to the disabled list Tuesday: 14-game winner Alex Wood and rookie of the year…
Making beautiful things inspires Tionesta artists
From staff reports The desire to make beautiful things is innate. For only a handful does that creative urge survive beyond childhood. Fortunately, many long-time…
Patriots Day service set
From staff reports Ross A. McGinnis Veterans of Foreign War Post 2145 will host a Patriots Day service at 6 p.m. Monday, Sept. 11, at…
Passenger: Train moving ‘super-fast’ before crash injures 42
UPPER DARBY, Pa. (AP) — A regional rail train crashed into a parked train at a suburban Philadelphia terminal early Tuesday morning, injuring dozens of…
Dodgers beat Pirates 6-5 in 12 innings
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Yasiel Puig spent Monday afternoon eagerly awaiting the solar eclipse at PNC Park, then provided a moonshot of his own to wrap…
A reptilian tail? A solar eclipse. Taylor Swift teases fans
The Associated Press Who can eclipse an eclipse? Why, Taylor Swift. Just days after going dark on social media, the pop star put out another…
Recent Deaths 8/22/17
Shetosha J. Adams, 19, of Carmichaels, formerly of Knox, died Aug. 16, 2017. Sue Ann Amato, 71, of Clarion, died Aug. 15, 2017. Richard D. “Bear” Brosius,…
Historic eclipse turns day into night across the US
The Associated Press Millions of Americans gazed in wonder through telescopes, cameras and disposable protective glasses Monday as the moon blotted out the sun in…
Forest Area names new teacher
From staff reports The Forest Area School District welcomes Michael Wright to the district. Wright will be taking on the responsibilities of elementary physical education…
Rookie Conner stars in Steelers’ 17-13 win over Falcons
PITTSBURGH (AP) — James Conner overcame Hodgkin’s lymphoma and a serious right knee injury to reach the NFL. He showed in his Pittsburgh Steelers debut…
Wildlife center: 3rd bald eagle dies of lead poisoning
SAEGERTOWN (AP) — A Pennsylvania wildlife center says a 30-year-old bald eagle that was being treated for lead poisoning has died less than two weeks…
Allegheny Forest collaborative outlines threats to forest health
From staff reports The Allegheny National Forest has been experiencing the impacts from a multitude of native and non-native invasive species, along with declining health…
Nations search for 10 missing after US destroyer collision
SINGAPORE (AP) — Vessels from several nations are searching Southeast Asian waters for 10 missing U.S. sailors after an early morning collision Monday between the…
Pirates beat Cards 6-3 in Little League Classic
WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (AP) — Despite spending the afternoon with 12-year-old Little Leaguers who idolize pros like himself, Josh Bell didn’t find himself dispensing much advice….
Legendary comedian Jerry Lewis knew how to laugh and cry
NEW YORK (AP) — Jerry Lewis sometimes didn’t know whether to laugh or cry. “There’s nothing more dramatic than the comedy I’ve done,” Lewis, who…