Birthday wish
By RANDY BARTLEY Staff writer For 11 year-old Gavyn Denny, the wildfires raging in California are personal. In 2013, Gavyn and his family had a…
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Rain tamps down California fire but turns grim search soggy
PARADISE, Calif. (AP) — The catastrophic wildfire in Northern California is nearly out after several days of rain, but searchers are still completing the meticulous…
Guentzel’s hat trick leads Penguins past Columbus 4-2
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Pittsburgh forward Jake Guentzel couldn’t find the back of the net for several games during the Penguins’ recent slump. Now that the…
Band digs up Nashville’s forgotten past with songs, videos
The Associated Press From a public hanging on Nashville’s Music Row to the days when a young and still unknown guitar player named Jimi Hendrix…
Franklin native wins Clarion University BizPitch Competition
From staff reports Andrew Frederick, a senior majoring in management from Franklin, won the top prize with his business, AFC Signals!, in the first Clarion…
Government climate report warns of worsening US disasters
WASHINGTON (AP) — As California’s catastrophic wildfires recede and people rebuild after two hurricanes, a massive new federal report warns that these types of disasters…
Queen of Soul’s Detroit mansion sells for $300,000
DETROIT (AP) — A historic Detroit mansion owned by late singing legend Aretha Franklin has been sold. The Detroit News reports that, according to public records,…
Police: Mom drove with son on car hood over dentist dispute
BETHLEHEM, Pa. (AP) — A Pennsylvania mom faces criminal charges for allegedly driving with her son on the hood of her car after the boy…
Shippenville man arrested on drug, firearms charges
From staff reports A Shippenville man was arrested in Sugarcreek Borough on drug and firearms charges after police pulled over a vehicle in which he…
Clarion County Career Center teachers help two families
By RANDY BARTLEY Staff writer Students at the Clarion County Career Center are learning more than just academics. They are learning life lessons. Just like…
Rains could help firefight but complicate search for remains
SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — Rain in the forecast starting Wednesday could aid crews fighting California’s deadly wildfires while raising the risk of flash floods and…
Penguins trying to stay the course during bumpy start
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Mike Sullivan’s regular film sessions with the Pittsburgh Penguins don’t lack for clues on why one of the NHL’s marquee franchises is…
‘Dancing With the Stars’ no longer hopping for ABC
NEW YORK (AP) — The dance floor is thinning over at ABC. The Nielsen company says viewership is down for ABC’s “Dancing With the Stars”…
Former C-L coach and booster president address allegations
By SAMANTHA BEAL Clarion News writer Allegations of misappropriating fundraising money lead to months of executive sessions, personal accounts and school board votes regarding the…
Armstrong trail project receives state grant
From staff reports Clarion County has been awarded a $663,400 state grant from the Community Conservation Partnerships Program to further develop the Armstrong Trail in…
Argument at Chicago hospital erupts into deadly shooting
CHICAGO (AP) — An argument outside a Chicago hospital turned deadly when a man pulled out a gun and killed an emergency room doctor whom…
Eichel’s OT winner lifts Sabres by reeling Penguins 5-4
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Buffalo Sabres might be for real. The Pittsburgh Penguins might be in real trouble. The proof came over the final 30…
The Rolling Stones plan 13 US live dates next year
NEW YORK (AP) — The Rolling Stones will be rolling through the United States next year. The band says it’s adding a 13-show leg to…
Recent Deaths 11/20/18
Donald Melvin Fisher, 69, of Leeper, died Nov. 16, 2018. Gary Edward Harp, 73, of Parker, died Nov. 14, 2018. Pamela A. Silvis, 65, of…
Child car seat check set Wednesday in Clarion
From staff reports Clarion state police will host a free child car seat safety inspection at Seidle Chevrolet, 1141 East Main St. in Clarion from…