Clarion County Jail work release remains shut down
By RANDY BARTLEY Staff writer During the Clarion County Jail Inspection Board meeting on Thursday, warden Jeff Hornberger said the jail is returning to “normal.”…
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Desjardin enters two guilty pleas
By RANDY BARTLEY Staff writer Just 30 minutes before his jury trial was to begin June 2 Brian Patrick Desjardin, 42, entered a guilty plea…
Clarion University faculty uneasy about integration
By RANDY BARTLEY Staff writer The plan to merge six Pennsylvania universities into two schools has raised several concerns from Clarion University’s faculty union. The…
Last chance to comment on CU integration
From staff reports Pennsylvania’s State System of Higher Education will host four public hearings in June to review the proposed integration of six universities into…
Nonprofits found ways to survive
By RANDY BARTLEY Staff writer The COVID-19 pandemic has made things difficult for the region’s nonprofits for about the past 14 months. Some brick-and-mortar organizations…
Clarion park project picks up support
By RANDY BARTLEY Staff writer The Clarion County Board of Commissioners May 25 signed a letter of support on behalf of the Clarion Blueprint Community…
Work moving ahead on new Clarion 9-1-1 center at old Sorce building
By RANDY BARTLEY Staff writer Clarion County’s new 9-1-1 emergency center should be up and running by May 2022. “That is our tentative date,” Clarion…
Communications towers project completed in Clarion County
By RANDY BARTLEY Staff writer Clarion County commissioner Ed Heasley said Wednesday that all the county’s emergency communications towers have been completed. The county has…
More than half of deer ticks carry Lyme Disease, study finds
From staff reports A recent study reveals 58% of adult blacklegged ticks, also known as deer ticks, are carriers of Lyme disease. The study by…
Lack of jurors delays Watson rape trial
By RANDY BARTLEY Staff writer Efforts to jump-start Clarion County’s jury trials after postponements prompted by the COVID-19 pandemic encountered a speed bump -a lack…
Dozens of jury prospects, but no one to seat
By RANDY BARTLEY Staff writer Efforts to jump-start Clarion County’s jury trials after postponements prompted by the COVID-19 pandemic encountered a speed bump – a…
School put on lockdown during prom after ‘credible’ threats
NEW CASTLE (AP) — New Castle High School was placed on lockdown during a procession for students attending the prom after what officials called “credible”…
Survey looks to determine internet needs in Clarion County
By RANDY BARTLEY Staff writer The Clarion County Economic Development Corp. has outlined a plan to conduct a survey of county residents regarding their broadband…
Applications still available for rental assistance
From staff reports Clarion County Housing Authority is accepting applications for the Clarion County Emergency Rental Assistance Program. The purpose of the program is to…
Emergency funds still available to Clarion Co. renters, landlords
By RANDY BARTLEY Staff writer Clarion County still has money available for renters and landlords impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. Penny Campbell, executive director of…
Memorial Day services set throughout local area
From staff reports Organizations throughout Clarion County have announced plans for Memorial Day observances. Clarion The Craig E. Fleming American Legion Post 66 and Ross…
Pennsylvania to resume work-search rule for jobless benefits
HARRISBURG (AP) — Pennsylvania will resume work search requirements in July for people receiving unemployment compensation, a top Wolf administration official said Monday. Gov. Tom…
New owners of former Wein’s building have a sweet plan
By RANDY BARTLEY Staff writer The new owners of the building that had housed the former Wein’s Clothing purchased more than a structure. Joe and…
No surprises in primary election results
By RODNEY L. SHERMAN Clarion News editor There were no surprises in the May 18 primary election due more to a lack of contests than…
8 Forest County hospitality businesses getting grants
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer Forest County commissioners on Wednesday approved eight businesses for COVID-19 hospitality grants. The Kelly Hotel, Flying W Ranch, Cougar Bob’s…