Clarington bridge named in honor of Korean War veteran
CLARINGTON – A bridge spans a gap across a river, a gorge and, sometimes, a loss. That was the case Friday when the Route 899…
Around The County
Disaster outreach center to open in New Bethlehem
By RANDY BARTLEY Staff writer The Small Business Administration will establish a disaster loan outreach center in New Bethlehem to assist anyone affected by the…
Gaming terminals come to Emlenton Truck Plaza
From staff reports The first legal video gaming terminals in western Pennsylvania opened to the public Friday at the Emlenton Truck Plaza. The Pennsylvania legislature…
McElhattan grant boosts prevention program
From staff reports Allegheny Health Network is kicking off a trauma and injury prevention program in Venango and Clarion counties thanks to a $61,000 grant…
Medical marijuana dispensary opens at Brookville site
By RANDY BARTLEY Staff writer Herbology opened its ninth medical marijuana dispensary in Pennsylvania on Wednesday in Brookville. “We offer treatment for many chronic conditions,”…
Police urge caution on road as school year starts
From staff reports Pennsylvania state police are reminding motorists to slow down and use extra caution while driving now that the new school year is…
Seminar on medical marijuana in workplace set in Clarion
From staff reports A free seminar that will address medical marijuana in the workplace is scheduled for 9 to 11 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 19, at…
Clarion River cleanup set
From staff reports Clarion Conservation District, Pale Whale Canoe Fleet, and their partners, are planning a Clarion River cleanup to celebrate the waterway being named…
Event helps accentuate local stray problem
By RANDY BARTLEY Staff writer It was a dog day at Clarion County’s Veteran’s Park on Saturday, as the Tri-County Animal Rescue Center hosted the…
North Clarion lands $100k Farm to School grant
By AMY A. WOZNIAK For the Clarion News North Clarion School District is set to receive a $100,000 Farm to School grant from the United…
Meeting on environment planned
From staff reports A town-hall meeting addressing concerns about the environment – “Protecting Our Pennsylvania Wilds” – will be held Thursday, Aug. 29, at 7…
Forest commissioners amend hotel tax to add online bookings
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer Forest County commissioners on Thursday extended the county hotel tax to include online bookings for overnight lodging. Commissioners unanimously approved…
Clarion River cleanup scheduled Sept. 7
From staff reports Clarion Conservation District, Pale Whale Canoe Fleet and their partners are planning a Clarion River cleanup event to celebrate the waterway being…
Clarion group to perform in fundraiser for Sawmill
By RANDY BARTLEY Staff writer Performing artists from three local organizations, including from Clarion, are banding together this week to support the Verna Leith Theater…
Forest students to receive free breakfasts, lunches
From staff reports Forest Area School District has qualified for the Community Eligibility Program through its child nutrition program for both East Forest and West…
Local students earn Rotary scholarships
From staff reports Three Clarion County students were recently selected for four Clarion Rotary Scholarships. “These three scholars have achieved not only academic brilliance, but…
Clarion canine club to hold obedience class
From staff reports The Clarion Canine Obedience Club in Knox will hold a free sample obedience class for dogs Saturday, Sept. 7. The event will…
Horsethief celebration underway
From staff reports The annual Knox Horsethief celebration began Saturday and will continue through this Saturday. Today’s feature is a bingo game, and a cornhole…
County doe tags selling at steady rate
By BRETT KRIEBEL Staff writer Clarion County Treasurer Tom McConnell said Aug. 2 antlerless deer tag sales for the upcoming hunting season are on track…
Clarion Forest VNA looking for volunteers
From staff reports The Clarion Forest Visiting Nurses Association hospice program is looking for volunteers to help with patient care. Volunteers would provide companionship to…