Russia hits east Ukraine, Finland moves toward joining NATO
KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Russian forces pounded areas in Ukraine’s east on Thursday, including the last pocket of resistance in besieged Mariupol, as a war…
May 2022
Crosby leaves in 2nd period of Penguins’ 5-3 loss in Game 5
NEW YORK (AP) — The Pittsburgh Penguins were leading 2-0 in Game 5 of their first-round series against the New York Rangers when star center…
Review: ‘Top Gun’ sequel a welcome trip to the danger zone
The Associated Press Early on in “Top Gun: Maverick,” Tom Cruise hops on his sleek motorcycle, wearing Aviator sunglasses and a leather jacket with patches,…
Recent Deaths 5/12/22
Cathy L. Neal, 74, of Brookville, died May 10, 2022. For complete obituaries, pick up a copy of The Clarion News for this day…
Clarion County reassessment set to begin
By RANDY BARTLEY Staff writer The physical re-assessment of Clarion County could begin in the next few weeks. County commissioners issued a press release Tuesday…
Clarion Area names prom court
Clarion Area High School will hold its prom Saturday, beginning with the promenade at 5:30 p.m. Dinner and dancing will be held at The Haskell…
US inflation hit 8.3% last month but slows from 40-year high
WASHINGTON (AP) — Inflation slowed in April after seven months of relentless gains, a tentative sign that price increases may be peaking while still imposing…
US, Western Europe fret over uncertain Ukraine war endgame
WASHINGTON (AP) — An interminable and unwinnable war in Europe? That’s what NATO leaders fear and are bracing for as Russia’s war in Ukraine grinds…
Justin Turner hits 3 of Dodgers’ 8 doubles in rout of Bucs
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Justin Turner hit three of the Los Angeles Dodgers’ eight doubles and finished with four hits and four RBIs in an 11-1…
‘Succession’ star glues hand to Starbucks counter in protest
NEW YORK (AP) — Actor and activist James Cromwell has gone from “Succession’s” Uncle Ewan to real-life supergluin’ — pasting his hand to a midtown…
Letter carriers annual food drive to resume
From staff reports After a two-year hiatus, letter carriers throughout the U.S., including northwestern Pennsylvania, will once again participate in the nation’s largest, single-day food…
CCD hosts Earth Day event
From staff reports The Clarion Conservation District (CCD) hosted its fifth annual Earth Day celebration on Friday, April 22, in Cook Forest with about 100…
Bodies found in Lake Mead renew interest in Vegas mob lore
LAS VEGAS (AP) — Las Vegas is being flooded with lore about organized crime after a second set of human remains emerged within a week…
Russia pounds vital port of Odesa, targeting supply lines
ZAPORIZHZHIA, Ukraine (AP) — Russian troops pounded away at the vital port of Odesa, Ukrainian officials said Tuesday, apparently as part of efforts to disrupt…
Quintana gets 1st win since 2019, Pirates down Dodgers 5-1
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Jose Quintana pitched six scoreless innings for his first win since 2019 and the first victory by a Pittsburgh starting pitcher this…
Pens chase Shesterkin again, topple Rangers 7-2 for 3-1 lead
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Igor Shesterkin toyed with the Pittsburgh Penguins during the regular season. The New York Rangers’ goaltender even waved Sidney Crosby and company…
Librarians, authors, publishers form anti-book ban coalition
NEW YORK (AP) — The American Library Association, the American Federation of Teachers, and more than a dozen other organizations have formed a coalition to…
Recent Deaths 5/10/22
Dorothy W. “Dode” Ochs Clesi, 90, of Greenville, formerly of Lucinda and Oil City, died May 5, 2022. Shirley A. Graham, 83, of Clarion, died…
General salutes Spc. McGinnis
By RANDY BARTLEY Staff writer The red flag on the stage at Keystone Area High School bore three gold stars in representation of Lt. Gen….
North Clarion student wins poster contest
Audrina Kagle (third from left) of North Clarion Elementary School is the third-grade winner in the state’s Smokey Bear/Woodsy Owl poster contest. She is shown…