Fans hope Marvel comic book improves Native representation
The Associated Press Past portrayals of Native American or Indigenous comic book superheroes would often follow the same checklist — mystical powers, an ability to…
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Historical society receives Reeve grant
From staff reports Jefferson County Historical Society (JCHS) is proud to announce that it has been awarded $16,613 as part of the Christopher and Dana…
Teen accused of killing 2 thrust into debate over protests
ANTIOCH, Ill. (AP) — A white 17-year-old who says he went to protests in Wisconsin to protect businesses and people has become a flashpoint in…
Gyorko, Burnes come up big as Brewers trounce Pirates 9-1
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Jedd Gyorko homered twice and Corbin Burnes struck out 10 in six innings, helping the Milwaukee Brewers pound the Pittsburgh Pirates 9-1…
Chadwick Boseman, who embodied Black icons, dies of cancer
LOS ANGELES (AP) — First Chadwick Boseman slipped on the cleats of Jackie Robinson, then the Godfather of Soul’s dancing shoes, portraying both Black American…
Allegheny National Forest ATV trails to temporarily close
From staff reports The U.S. Forest Service will make improvements to the Marienville and Timberline All-Terrain Vehicle Trails, which will temporarily interrupt or detour use…
National Fuel warns of collections scam
From staff reports National Fuel Gas Distribution Corp. said scammers posing as National Fuel representatives are telling customers they have 45 minutes to pay their…
Fed: Rates to stay ultra-low even after inflation picks up
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Federal Reserve announced a significant change Thursday in how it manages interest rates by saying it plans to keep rates near…
Pirates earn doubleheader sweep over Cardinals
ST. LOUIS (AP) — Erik Gonzalez and Adam Frazier singled in runs, rookie Cody Ponce earned his first big league victory and the Pittsburgh Pirates…
NBC sets November return for ‘This Is Us,’ ‘Chicago’ dramas
LOS ANGELES (AP) — An optimistic NBC said Thursday it will bring “This Is Us” and other scripted series back in November despite the TV…
Clarion man accused of multiple counts of rape
By RODNEY L. SHERMAN Clarion News editor A 32-year-old Clarion man faces more than 120 sexual assault-related charges stemming from alleged attacks on a 37-year-old…
Clarion Forest VNA Hospice seeks volunteers
From staff reports The Clarion Forest VNA Hospice Program is looking for volunteers to be part of an integrated health care team to ensure quality…
DOJ seeks data on care home deaths in 4 states
NEW YORK (AP) — The Justice Department on Wednesday sent letters to the governors of New York and three other Democratic-led states, seeking data on…
White Sox hit 4 more homers, rip Pirates 10-3
CHICAGO (AP) — José Abreu homered again, Dallas Keuchel followed Lucas Giolito’s no-hitter with six dominant innings, and the surging Chicago White Sox pounded the…
Review: ‘All Together Now’ is a sweet call to help others
The Associated Press Amber Appleton gives, gives, gives. The 17-year-old spends her free time teaching English to a group of Korean women. She visits a…
Recent Deaths 8/27/20
Wilma J. Smail, 88, of Corsica, died Aug. 25, 2020. For complete obituaries, pick up a copy of The Clarion News for this day…
Clarion County approves broadband-related contract
By RANDY BARTLEY Staff writer Clarion County commissioners on Tuesday approved a contract that will provide a “back hall” for wireless broadband access points in…
FEMA grants state about $1.5B to help unemployed
From staff reports The state Department of Labor & Industry on Tuesday said Pennsylvania will receive nearly $1.5 billion from the federal government to provide…
Laura now forecast to be catastrophic Category 4 hurricane
GALVESTON, Texas (AP) — Hurricane Laura is forecast to rapidly power up into a “catastrophic” Category 4 hurricane, even stronger than previously expected, as it…
Giolito gem leads White Sox over Pirates
CHICAGO (AP) — Lucas Giolito quietly walked to the mound for the ninth inning, piped-in fake crowd noise wafting through the ballpark and cardboard cutouts…