‘Enough is enough’: Thousands demand new gun safety laws
WASHINGTON (AP) — Thousands of people rallied on the National Mall and across the United States on Saturday in a renewed push for gun control…
June 2022
Biden ramps up federal help for New Mexico wildfire fight
SANTA FE, N.M. (AP) — President Joe Biden said Saturday he was escalating federal assistance for New Mexico as it faces its largest wildfire in…
Albies slam leads Braves to 10th in row, 10-4 over Pirates
ATLANTA (AP) — Ronald Acuña Jr. still sees plenty of room for improvement as the Atlanta Braves keep winning. “We’re going to keep grinding and…
Thousands rally for gun reform after surge in mass shootings
WASHINGTON (AP) — Thousands of protestors are expected to rally in Washington, D.C., Saturday and in separate demonstrations around the country as part of a…
$5 gas is here: AAA says nationwide average hits new high
NEW YORK (AP) — The nationwide average price for a gallon of gasoline has topped $5 for the first time ever. Auto club AAA said…
Strider fans 8, Braves top Pirates 4-2 for 9th straight win
ATLANTA (AP) — A move toward simplicity served Spencer Strider well in his first home start. The adjustment could help Strider keep his new-found place…
Navajo mystery series ‘Dark Winds’ seeks true storytelling
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Robert Redford and George R.R. Martin are the big names behind “Dark Winds,” but they’re not the most important. That distinction…
Forest commissioners handle a few matters
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer Forest County commissioners dealt with a few matters during their meeting Wednesday. The commissioners approved paying Second Harvest Food Bank…
Hunting licenses available Monday
From staff reports It’s that time of year again. Hunting licenses will be on sale Monday, June 13, in the state of Pennsylvania. The first…
Uvalde school police chief defends Texas shooting response
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — The Texas school police chief criticized for his actions during one of the deadliest classroom shootings in U.S. history said in…
Takeaways: ‘Carnage’ at the Capitol and a case against Trump
WASHINGTON (AP) — An injured officer who slipped in blood and spoke of “carnage.” Video of a huge, violent mob pushing through the U.S. Capitol….
US inflation hit a new 40-year high in May of 8.6%
WASHINGTON (AP) — The costs of gas, food, and other necessities jumped in May, raising inflation to a new four-decade high and giving American households…
Fried, Braves beat Pirates 3-1 for 8th straight win
ATLANTA (AP) — Max Fried found a way to win even without having his best stuff. “Definitely had to work tonight,” he said. “A couple…
Clarion Borough Council dismisses police officer
By RODNEY L. SHERMAN Clarion News editor Clarion Borough Council terminated the employment of borough police officer Brittany S. Gray after a 30-minute closed executive…
Tour provides a look inside Clarion County Jail
By RANDY BARTLEY Staff writer Clarion County Jail Warden Jeff Hornberger is running something similar to a small town. That was the impression during a…
Jan. 6 Capitol attack committee goes prime time with probe
WASHINGTON (AP) — With never-seen video, new audio, and a “mountain of evidence,” the House committee investigating the Jan. 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol…
Another strong start by Faedo propels Tigers by Pirates 3-1
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Alex Faedo is trying not to get ahead of himself. Having two years basically taken away from him — first by the…
Review: Chaos reigns in ‘Jurassic World: Dominion’
The Associated Press The enduring, collective love for “Jurassic Park” is immensely hard to explain. Steven Spielberg’s 1993 film implanted itself into our cultural consciousness…
Recent Deaths 6/9/22
Rendale D. McCanna, 75, of Clarendon, died June 5, 2022. Randy Stoneback, 62, of Strattanville, died June 4, 2022. Ethyl N. Kerr, 81, of DuBois,…
Duathlon, 5K and walk set for July 16
From staff reports Western Pennsylvania Cares for Kids Child Advocacy Center will hold its 13th annual duathlon, 5K race, and community walk from 8 a.m….