US expels Russian diplomats, imposes new round of sanctions
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Biden administration on Thursday announced the expulsion of 10 Russian diplomats and sanctions against nearly three dozen people and companies as…
April 2021
Polanco hits early HR off Musgrove, Pirates beat Padres 5-1
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Gregory Polanco homered and the Pittsburgh Pirates defeated the San Diego Padres 5-1 on Wednesday night, beating Joe Musgrove in his first…
The disabled hope their Oscar moment can become a movement
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Right down to its production design, the Oscars have not always felt like the most welcoming place for the disabled. “I’ve…
Recent Deaths 4/15/21
G. Janet Slaugenhaupt, 87, of Pittsburgh, died April 10, 2021. Harry “Hook” Dunkle, 84, of Frogtown, died April 11, 2021. Eugene “Sonny” Harrison Grantz, 76,…
Clarion coroner identifies man who died in house fire
By DILLON PROVENZA Staff writer Clarion County Coroner Dan Shingledecker has identified the man who died in a house fire Sunday in Elk Township. Eugene…
Clarion Rotary plans community fundraiser
From staff reports The Clarion Rotary Club will hold its annual community fundraiser Tuesday through Saturday, April 20-24. Donations of items from more than 250…
IRS chief expects new child payments to start this summer
WASHINGTON (AP) — It’s a strain, but the head of the IRS said Tuesday he expects to meet the July 1 deadline in the new…
Pirates chase Snell in 1st inning, beat Padres 8-4
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Jacob Stallings had three hits and three RBIs, and the Pittsburgh Pirates chased Blake Snell in the first inning of an 8-4…
Mick Jagger and Dave Grohl team up for a pandemic anthem
NEW YORK (AP) — Mick Jagger and Dave Grohl have teamed up for a hard-rock pandemic anthem called “Eazy Sleazy.” “It’s a song that I…
Clarion will review truck traffic concerns
By RODNEY L. SHERMAN Clarion News editor Clarion Borough will work with PennDOT, Clarion University and industries around the former glass plant in an attempt…
Bernie Smith Scholarship opens
From staff reports The Armstrong-Indiana-Clarion Drug and Alcohol Commission has announced the request for application for the 2021 Bernie Smith Memorial Scholarship. Armstrong, Indiana and…
Protest after chief says officer meant to use Taser, not gun
BROOKLYN CENTER, Minn. (AP) — Police clashed with protesters for a second night in the Minneapolis suburb where an officer who authorities say apparently intended…
Darvish dominates, Myers powers Padres past Pirates 6-2
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The San Diego Padres have the best bullpen in the majors at the moment. The most overworked one, too. Yu Darvish did…
Prince Philip vs Philip of ‘The Crown’: Fact and fiction
LOS ANGELES (AP) — In “The Crown,” a dishy naval officer captures the heart of a future queen. But he chafes at playing royal second…
Recent Deaths 4/13/21
Carolyn B. Brown (nee Brooks), of Collinsville, Ill., died April 3, 2021. Gloria A. Eisenman, 77, of Strobleton, died April 8, 2021. Madalene J. Herbert,…
Man dies in house fire in Clarion County
ELK TOWNSHIP – A man died in a house fire Sunday morning in Elk Township, according to Shippenville-Elk fire Chief Steve Merryman. The 382 Buckhorn…
2-week deer season approved, rifles banned from turkey hunts
HARRIBURG, Pa. (AP) — The Pennsylvania Game Commission has approved concurrent hunting for antlered and antlerless deer through the duration of the 2021-22 firearms deer…
Kings trade Jeff Carter to Penguins for pair of draft picks
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Los Angeles Kings traded forward Jeff Carter to the Pittsburgh Penguins late Sunday night for a pair of conditional draft…
Pennsylvania: All adults eligible for vaccine on Tuesday
HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — Pennsylvania will expand eligibility for the COVID-19 vaccine to all adults beginning Tuesday, nearly a week ahead of schedule, state officials…
Clarion County Jail eases COVID-19 restraints
By RANDY BARTLEY Staff writer For the first time since last summer, inmates at the Clarion County Jail may have visitors, participate in the work-release…