Miniature railroad, village on display
From staff reports Area residents will have a final opportunity to view the Bowdish Miniature Railroad and Village at the Jefferson County History Center in…
December 2023
Israel strikes in and around Gaza’s second-largest city in a bloody new phase of war
KHAN YOUNIS, Gaza Strip (AP) — Israel intensified its bombardment in and around Gaza’s second-largest city early Tuesday, sending ambulances and private cars racing into…
Supreme Court is taking up case that could rule out tax on wealth favored by some Democrats
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court is taking up a case Tuesday over a Washington couple’s $15,000 tax bill that is widely seen as a…
Sean Couturier’s OT goal lifts Flyers over Penguins 2-1
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Sean Couturier scored 3:55 into overtime to lead the Philadelphia Flyers to a 2-1 victory over the Pittsburgh Penguins on Monday night….
Recent Deaths 12/5/23
Dianna Lynn (Fisher) Habucky, 68, of Parker, died Dec. 1, 2023. John Louis Bauer, 84, of Lucinda, died Dec. 1, 2023. For complete obituaries,…
Santa arrives to kick off Christmas in Clarion
By RANDY BARTLEY Staff writer Santa and Mrs. Claus arrived in Clarion in grand fashion Saturday night. The Clarion Chamber of Commerce’s Second Annual Ugly…
US is running out of money for Ukraine and that could hinder fight against Russia, White House warns
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Biden administration on Monday sent Congress an urgent warning about the need to approve tens of billions of dollars in military…
Biden’s allies in Senate demand that Israel limit civilian deaths in Gaza as Congress debates US aid
WASHINGTON (AP) — As a cease-fire ticked down last week and Israel prepared to resume its round-the-clock airstrikes, Sen. Bernie Sanders and a robust group…
Steelers, Cardinals game delayed twice for inclement weather before Arizona wins 24-10
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Arizona Cardinals’ 24-10 win over the Pittsburgh Steelers was delayed twice Sunday because of inclement weather. Halftime at Acrisure Stadium was…
Brosius: Jail space will go to central court
By RANDY BARTLEY Staff writer A 2022 state Supreme Court order that forces the consolidation of magisterial districts means current office space at the Clarion…
Clarion signs contract for opioid settlement funds
By RANDY BARTLEY Staff writer Clarion County commissioners signed a contract Tuesday with the Armstrong, Indiana and Clarion Drug and Alcohol Commission to administer funds…
US targets oil and natural gas industry’s role in global warming with new rule on methane emissions
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Biden administration on Saturday issued a final rule aimed at reducing methane emissions, targeting the U.S. oil and natural gas industry…
Sean Couturier’s shootout goal lifts Flyers past Penguins 4-3
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Sean Couturier scored the lone goal in the shootout and the Philadelphia Flyers beat the Pittsburgh Penguins 4-3 on Saturday night. Samuel…
Kiss say farewell to live touring, become first US band to go virtual and become digital avatars
The Associated press On Saturday night, Kiss closed out the final performance of their “The End of the Road” farewell tour at New York City’s famed Madison…
CCEDC seeks public input on destination, marketing plan
From staff reports The Clarion County Economic Development Corporation is seeking input from the community in its initiative to develop Clarion County’s destination brand and…
Clarion County house decorating contest begins
From staff reports Applications for the third annual Clarion County holiday house decorating contest, for exterior decorations only, are available at the Clarion Area Chamber…
Lawsuits against Trump over Jan. 6 riot can move forward, appeals court rules
WASHINGTON (AP) — Lawsuits against Donald Trump over the U.S. Capitol riot can move forward, a federal appeals court ruled on Friday, rejecting the former…
With expulsion of Santos, ouster of McCarthy, House is making unexpected history
WASHINGTON (AP) — The House is making history this year in ways that Republicans could hardly have envisioned when the party took control. First, the…
Justice Sandra Day O’Connor paved a path for women on the Supreme Court
WASHINGTON (AP) — One fall day in 2010, retired Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O’Connor slipped into the courtroom where she worked for nearly 25…
Seneca Rocks Audubon to hold member night
From staff reports Seneca Rocks Audubon will hold a “member night” at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 13, at the Clarion Free Library’s lower-level conference room….