Clarion, Forest report more virus cases
From staff reports The state Department of Health on Thursday announced a combined 13 new cases of COVID-19 were reported from Clarion and Forest counties,…
March 2021
Tornado outbreak rips across Deep South; at least 5 dead
The Associated Press Tornadoes and severe storms have torn through the Deep South, killing at least five people as strong winds splintered trees, wrecked homes…
Penguins extend Sabres’ winless streak to 16 straight
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Kevyn Adams is tasked with trying to sift through the rubble of the Buffalo Sabres’ lost season. An up-close look on Thursday…
Review: In ‘Tina,’ the final word from a legendary survivor
The Associated Press In the opening moments of the HBO documentary “Tina,” Tina Turner doesn’t just command the stage as she’s belting out “Ask Me…
Recent Deaths 3/26/21
William Howard Beels, 89, of Slippery Rock, formerly of Emlenton, died March 22, 2021. Richard L. Shilling, Sr., 74, of New Bethlehem, died March 21,…
United Way exceeds expectations by raising $704,000 in campaign
The United Way of Venango County announced Wednesday at its annual celebration that it raised $704,819 of total giving in its recent campaign. The amount…
Sabres’ winless streak hits 15 as Penguins roll to 5-2 win
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh Penguins are tired. They’re hurting. And in a way, they’re scrambling. Nothing a visit from the reeling Buffalo Sabres can’t…
Gas drilling firms defeat Pennsylvania’s antitrust lawsuit
HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — Pennsylvania’s highest court has delivered a victory for natural gas exploration firms, ruling that the state attorney general’s office doesn’t have…
Shipping losses mount from cargo vessel stuck in Suez Canal
ISMAILIA, Egypt (AP) — Dredgers, tugboats and even a backhoe failed to free a giant cargo ship wedged in Egypt’s Suez Canal on Thursday. More…
Highway construction firms oppose PennDOT’s bridge toll plan
HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — A prominent highway construction trade association on Wednesday came out against a state plan to toll up to nine major bridges…
Oil City man facing trespass, assault charges
An Oil City man is facing charges for breaking down a woman’s door after she told him he wasn’t allowed inside and that he should…
Feds: Former Pitt official stole over 13K masks, sold online
The University of Pittsburgh’s former director of emergency management stole more than 13,600 face masks meant for school employees and students and sold them online…
US outlook improving as vaccinations rise and deaths fall
More than three months into the U.S. vaccination drive, many of the numbers paint an increasingly encouraging picture, with 70% of Americans 65 and older…
Spaniards line up for AstraZeneca amid concerns over vaccine
MADRID (AP) — Desperate to finally put the coronavirus pandemic behind them, thousands of Spaniards lined up to get shots of AstraZeneca on Wednesday as…
EDC opposes I-80 bridge tolls, seeks public input
From staff reports The Clarion County Economic Development Corporation has issued a statement in strong opposition to the proposed bridge toll on the Canoe Creek…
Public access resumes at Clarion Free Library
From staff reports The Clarion Free Library opened its doors Monday for people to go inside and browse for books. The library will continue its…
Colorado shooting leaves 10 dead in latest mass tragedy
BOULDER, Colo. (AP) — A shooting at a crowded Colorado supermarket that killed 10 people, including the first police officer to arrive, sent terrorized shoppers…
Steelers sign defensive lineman Wormley to 2-year deal
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh Steelers are bringing back defensive lineman Chris Wormley on a two-year deal. The club announced the move on Monday. Pittsburgh…
Jamie Foxx to play Mike Tyson in boxer’s take on his life
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Mike Tyson is getting in the TV drama ring against himself. On the heels of Hulu’s announcement of a Tyson miniseries…
Recent Deaths 3/23/21
Theresa Marie (Leonard) Rawson, 82, of Strattanville, died March 21, 2021. Betty L. Allio, 82, died March 19, 2021. Lois May (Karl) Budzinski, 91, of…