‘Hobbs & Shaw’ repeats at No. 1 against slew of newcomers
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Audiences helped the “Fast & Furious” spinoff “Hobbs & Shaw” take another lap at No. 1 even with an onslaught of…
August 2019
Flood damages could lead to tax credits
By BRETT KRIEBEL Staff writer During their July 30 work session, the Clarion County Board of Commissioners from county legal counsel Christy Logue, who informed…
County doe tags selling at steady rate
By BRETT KRIEBEL Staff writer Clarion County Treasurer Tom McConnell said Aug. 2 antlerless deer tag sales for the upcoming hunting season are on track…
Epstein dies in the dark, but abuse investigation carries on
NEW YORK (AP) — Jeffrey Epstein died of an apparent suicide in his jail cell, now prompting an additional federal investigation into his death along…
Wainwright overcomes 1st-pitch HR, leads Cards over Pirates
ST. LOUIS (AP) — Adam Wainwright got off to a rocky start when his first pitch sailed over the right field wall. The rest of…
No chaos this time as Woodstock concert site preps for 50th
BETHEL, N.Y. (AP) — Woodstock will be celebrated on its 50th anniversary, but it won’t be your hippie uncle’s trample-the-fences concert. While plans for a big…
Experts hope to keep spotted lanternflies away from region
From staff reports Travelers to eastern Pennsylvania should be on the lookout for spotted lanternflies that might just hitch a ride on their vehicle. Spotted…
Clarion Forest VNA looking for volunteers
From staff reports The Clarion Forest Visiting Nurses Association hospice program is looking for volunteers to help with patient care. Volunteers would provide companionship to…
Armed man at Walmart says he was testing right to bear arms
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (AP) — Prosecutors on Friday filed a terrorist threat charge against a 20-year-old man who said he walked into a Missouri store wearing…
Dobbs, Rudolph lead Steelers to 30-28 win against Bucs
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The battle is on for the backup quarterback spot in Pittsburgh. Josh Dobbs and Mason Rudolph led the offense on four scoring…
Walmart pulls violent game displays but will still sell guns
NEW YORK (AP) — Walmart has ordered workers to remove video game signs and displays that depict violence from stores nationwide after 22 people died…
Pet of the day 8/9/19
Coral is a young adult female. She is very friendly, current on vaccines and spayed. Coral can be found at Tri-County Animal Rescue Center.
CEO: Grant will help Clarion Hospital meet patients’ needs
By RANDY BARTLEY Staff writer Clarion Hospital’s CEO believes a $1 million grant the state approved last week to provide for major upgrades to the…
Trump to visit PA cracker plant next week
MONACA (AP) — President Donald Trump is coming to western Pennsylvania next week to visit a multibillion-dollar ethane cracker plant under construction. A White House…
Wayne Newton sued over monkey biting girl visiting his home
LAS VEGAS (AP) — Entertainer Wayne Newton is being sued by a Las Vegas woman who claims the veteran crooner’s pet monkey bit and injured…
Pet of the day 8/8/19
Dali is an adorable, deaf, 6 month old, female, Border Collie mix surrendered to the rescue. She has been incredibly friendly and affectionate with the…
Butler Memorial Hospital named center of excellence
From staff reports Butler Memorial Hospital has been recognized as a UPMC Health Plan Hip and Knee Joint Replacement Surgery Center of Excellence. In a…
Drug and Alcohol Commission hosts first responders event
From staff reports The Armstrong-Indiana-Clarion Drug & Alcohol Commission is pleased to announce that in celebration of Recovery Month in September, they will be hosting…
Mayors urge Senate to return to Washington for gun bill vote
WASHINGTON (AP) — More than 200 mayors, including two anguished by mass shootings in Texas and Ohio, are urging the Senate to return to the…
Hiura hits 2 HRs, Brewers beat Pirates 8-3
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Keston Hiura found that less thinking resulted in more hitting and an end to his struggles at the plate. Hiura hit two…