Pet of the day 8/31/18
Sneeches is a medium haired tabby kitten. She is very friendly and playful. She is current on vaccines and spayed. Sneeches can be found at…
August 2018
Erie bishop calls for creation of comp fund for abuse victims
From staff reports Erie Catholic Diocese Bishop Lawrence Persico wants to work with the Pennsylvania Legislature “to develop an acceptable and appropriate program to make…
Family safely returns to ranch after getting lost overnight in woods
By JIM MEYER Staff writer Four adults and three children were located Thursday morning after being lost in the woods overnight during a trail ride…
At least 7 killed in head-on bus crash in New Mexico
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP) — A blown tire on a semi-truck may be to blame for a deadly head-on crash with a commercial passenger bus along…
Dobbs shines, Steelers roll by Panthers 39-24
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Josh Dobbs has never been cut from a team in his life, no matter the sport. The Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback understands the…
New Illinois roller coaster to reach 78 mph in 2 seconds
GURNEE, Ill. (AP) — A Chicago-area theme park says it will open a new roller coaster that will accelerate from 0 to 78 miles per…
Pet of the day 8/30/18
Luna is all heart and knows what it takes to be your wonderful friend. She’s that special edition breed of dog that we reserve for…
Brookville man dies from crash injuries
From staff reports A Brookville man has died from injuries he suffered in a motorcycle crash. Barry L. Doverspike, 62, died Monday at UPMC Hamot…
Cyclists ride for MS research
From staff reports There are 400 cyclists setting out to raise $100,000 toward a world free of multiple sclerosis by riding up to 60 miles…
Victim’s family calls ex-cop’s 15-year sentence too short
DALLAS (AP) — A Texas jury gave a white former police officer too lenient of a punishment when sentencing him to 15 years for the…
Williams, Marte lead Pirates to 2-0 win over Cardinals
ST. LOUIS (AP) — Trevor Williams figured he might be in for a long night. The Pittsburgh Pirates’ right-hander surrendered a walk and a double…
‘Top Gun: Maverick’ pushed, ‘A Quiet Place’ sequel sets date
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The “Top Gun” sequel is going to take a little longer to land in theaters. Paramount Pictures says Wednesday that “Top…
Recent Deaths 8/30/18
Rosemary Straub-Fulmer, 80, of Rouseville, and Largo, Fla., died Aug. 27, 2018. Ted C. Taylor, 89, died Aug. 17, 2018. Douglas R. Shirey, 41, died…
Dept. of Corrections orders lockdown of all state prisons
From staff reports Pennsylvania Department of Corrections Secretary John Wetzel announced the immediate lockdown of all state correctional institutions because of reports of multiple staff…
Tariffs on imported newsprint nixed in win for US newspapers
WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. International Trade Commission on Wednesday nullified tariffs put into place for imported newsprint by finding that American producers weren’t harmed…
Pet of the day 8/29/18
Elliot is a very handsome and sweet young adult male. He is negative for FIV and leukemia , current on vaccines and neutered. Elliot can…
CDBG program questioned in Strattanville
By RODNEY L. SHERMAN Clarion News editor Strattanville Borough Council members hoped to attend a county meeting regarding Community Development Block Grants after expressing frustration…
Final farewells to Sen. John McCain begin at Arizona Capitol
PHOENIX (AP) — Family, friends and constituents will gather Wednesday at Arizona’s Capitol to pay their respects to Sen. John McCain, the first of two…
Martinez, O’Neill HR, Shildt a winner as Cards beat Pirates
ST. LOUIS (AP) — The month of August has been great for rookie pitcher Jack Flaherty and the St. Louis Cardinals. Flaherty allowed just one…
Harry and Meghan’s wedding outfits to go on public display
LONDON (AP) — The outfits Prince Harry and Meghan Markle wore at their wedding are to go on public display later this year at the…