Gun control measures advance in Pennsylvania state House
HARRISBURG (AP) — Democrats advanced four gun-control bills in Pennsylvania’s state House of Representatives on Wednesday, after years of a virtual standstill on legislation amid…
April 2023
After 13 years in the minors, Pirates’ Maggi makes MLB debut
PITTSBURGH (AP) — After 13 years in the minor leagues, Drew Maggi was greeted with a standing ovation when he made his major league debut…
Beavis and Butt-Head return as wonderfully moronic as ever
NEW YORK (AP) — The 1990s are making a comeback, with scrunchies acceptable again, “Night Court” back on TV and fanny packs and flannel all…
Recent Deaths 4/27/23
Gary J. “Beetle Bailey” Bailey, 79, of Shippenville, died April 24, 2023. Daniel D. Brown, 69, of Rimersburg, died April 22, 2023. Melanie Ann Lowrey,…
Grant application approved for Lake Lucy treatment plant
By RANDY BARTLEY Staff writer Clarion County commissioners on Tuesday approved a grant application for the Lake Lucy area sewage treatment plant. County planner Kristi…
Clarion Elementary students put PASR grant to good use
From staff reports Every year, the Clarion County Chapter of the Pennsylvania Association of School Retirees announces a grant opportunity for Clarion County school districts….
Jury to deliberate in major Jan. 6 case against Proud Boys
WASHINGTON (AP) — The seditious conspiracy case against former Proud Boys leader Enrique Tarrio and four lieutenants went to the jury on Tuesday after dozens…
Taylor 3-run HR caps comeback, Dodgers top Pirates 8-7
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Chris Taylor hit a go-ahead, three-run home run in the eighth inning to help the Los Angeles Dodgers overcome a five-run deficit…
First reactions to ‘The Flash,’ starring Ezra Miller
LAS VEGAS (AP) — The words “impressive” and “awesome” were common refrains from a group of entertainment reporters who were among the first to see…
Virtual plans for Toby bridge project to be on display
From staff reports PennDOT is inviting the public to view plans regarding the replacement project of the existing Cherry Run Church Bridge that carries Route…
Legislative spring breakfast set
From staff reports The Clarion Area Chamber of Business and Industry invites the community to attend the annual “Legislative spring breakfast with the candidates.” It…
Rape lawsuit trial against Donald Trump set to get underway
NEW YORK (AP) — For decades, former President Donald Trump has seemed to shake off allegations, investigations and even impeachments. Now his “Teflon Don” reputation…
Biden announces 2024 reelection bid: ‘Let’s finish this job’
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden on Tuesday formally announced that he is running for reelection in 2024, asking voters to give him more time…
Famous Twitter users disavow Musk over verification return
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Celebrities, professional athletes and other high-profile Twitter users are once again being verified by the social media platform and they don’t…
Recent Deaths 4/25/23
Donald Patrick Aaron, 68, of Erie, died April 17, 2023. Bridgette L. Beinhaur, 44, of Clarion, died April 19, 2023. Elaine S. Platt-Ketner, 80, of…
Forest students travel South as part of special program
From staff reports Students and teachers at Forest Area School District have been working all year on a special program called the Coastal North Carolina…
Velasquez helps Pirates beat Reds 2-0 for 7th straight win
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Vince Velasquez struck out 10 in seven innings, and the Pittsburgh Pirates beat Hunter Greene and the Cincinnati Reds 2-0 on Sunday…
Trial to begin in 2018 killing of 11 at Pittsburgh synagogue
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Jury selection will begin Monday in the federal death penalty trial of a truck driver accused of shooting to death 11 Jewish…
‘The Super Mario Bros. Movie’ is No. 1 for third week
NEW YORK (AP) — “The Super Mario Bros. Movie” continued to rack up coins at the box office, leading ticket sales for the third straight…
PennWest Clarion’s Egbert Hall renamed to honor Shropshire
From staff reports The PennWest Council of Trustees has approved the renaming of Clarion’s Walter R. Egbert Hall as John S. Shropshire Hall. The 74-year-old…