Steelers’ Smith-Schuster still ‘lit’ but with a dash of grit
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Don’t get it twisted. Life is still very much “lit” for JuJu Smith-Schuster. A quick scan of the Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver’s…
November 2020
BTS releases new album ‘BE,’ a ‘letter of hope’
SEOUL (AP) — K-pop band BTS on Friday released their highly anticipated new album, which they described as a “letter of hope.” The band held…
Final county election results await end of litigation
By RANDY BARTLEY Staff writer A legal challenge has prevented Clarion County from certifying the results of the general election but that hasn’t stopped several…
‘Trail Racers’ pitch in for ‘North Country’ chapter
From staff reports Clarion Chapter of the North Country Trail recently received a donation from Cook Forest Trail Racing. While showing off the new trail…
Acting Pentagon chief cites risks during troop reductions
WASHINGTON (AP) — The coming period of U.S. troop withdrawals from Afghanistan and Iraq is “fraught with risk,” but the military will not hesitate to…
Virus surge places strain on state’s contact tracers
The Associated Press Pennsylvania’s contact tracing system is under strain as the explosion of new COVID-19 cases overtakes health workers’ ability to keep up, hampering…
Review: In ‘Collective,’ the rot of government corruption
The Associated Press A politicized healthcare crisis, horrifyingly unnecessary death, a crucial election. “Collective,” a piercing documentary about corruption in Romania, may not directly concern…
Recent Deaths 11/19/20
Richard T. “Duck” Carnahan, 69, of Clarion, died Nov. 15, 2020. John L. Flickinger, 58, of State College, died Nov. 15, 2020. Steven Lee Hollingsworth,…
Auditor general cites Farmington VFD association
From staff reports Pennsylvania Auditor General Eugene DePasquale recently released an audit report citing one deficiencies found during an audit of the Farmington Township Volunteer…
Church to distribute food boxes
From staff reports Clarion First Presbyterian Church will distribute boxes of food on Thursday. Boxes with milk, eggs, cheese and other food items will be…
State sharpens mask mandate, orders virus testing
The Associated Press Pennsylvania is strengthening its mask mandate and will require out-of-state travelers to test negative for the coronavirus before arrival, health officials announced…
First-world problems: Unbeaten Steelers looking for run game
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Mike Tomlin said minutes after the Pittsburgh Steelers improved to 9-0 after a victory over Cincinnati on Sunday that he wasn’t worried…
Mississippi road signs for Lynyrd Skynyrd plane crash site
GILLSBURG, Miss. (AP) — Lynyrd Skynyrd, the rock band famous for “Sweet Home Alabama” and “Free Bird,” now has highway signs pointing to the site…
Recent Deaths 11/17/20
Janice H. Milks, 80, of St. Petersburg, died Nov. 6, 2020. Jacqueline Ann (Jackie, Gamie) Webber Atkinson died Nov. 14, 2020. Thomas “TC” Richard Caldwell,…
Auditor general cites Farmington VFD association
From staff reports Pennsylvania Auditor General Eugene DePasquale recently released an audit report citing one deficiencies found during an audit of the Farmington Township Volunteer…
United Way launches campaign
From staff reports United way of Clarion County is celebrating 50 years of serving the community and needs your help to be able to serve…
Trump campaign lawsuit over PA vote heads to court
The Associated Press A hearing on the Trump campaign’s federal lawsuit seeking to prevent Pennsylvania officials from certifying the vote results remains on track for…
Big Ben for MVP? Steelers star QB making a compelling case
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Ben Roethlisberger’s resume is stacked. Two Super Bowl rings. Six Pro Bowls. Two passing titles. A spot likely awaiting in the Hall…
Donnie Wahlberg again leaves $2,020 tip to inspire giving
PLYMOUTH, Mass. (AP) — Actor Donnie Wahlberg recently left a $2,020 tip at a Massachusetts restaurant, continuing his habit of leaving generous gratuities to brighten…
SpaceX launches 2nd crew, regular station crew flights begin
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) — SpaceX launched four astronauts to the International Space Station on Sunday on the first full-fledged taxi flight for NASA by…