Review: Drag queen dreams in ‘Talking About Jamie’
The Associated Press “Everybody’s Talking About Jamie,” a predictable and glossy “Billy Elliot”-like musical of British working-class aspiration that’s nevertheless a joy, is the kind of…
Recent Deaths 9/16/21
Doris Evelyn McNaughton, 92, of Clarion, died Sept. 12, 2021. Mary Louise Banner, 89, of Shippenville, died Sept. 12, 2021. Norma M. Burns, 85, of…
Clarion commissioners extend county’s COVID disaster declaration again
By RANDY BARTLEY Staff writer Clarion County commissioners on Tuesday unanimously extended the county’s COVID-19 disaster declaration through the end of the year. The county…
ALF organizers have options in case Main Street is unavailable
By RODNEY L. SHERMAN Clarion News editor Although Tracy Becker, executive director of the Clarion Area Chamber of Business and Industry, said “all systems are…
Justice Department seeks order against Texas abortion law
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Justice Department has asked a federal court in Texas to stop the enforcement of a new state law that bans most…
Miley struggles, Reds’ skid continues with 6-5 loss to Bucs
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Wade Miley surrendered six runs on 10 hits and the Cincinnati Reds lost for the sixth time in eight games, 6-5 to…
Norm Macdonald remembered as hilarious and unique
NEW YORK (AP) — Reactions to the death of Norm Macdonald, who died of cancer Tuesday at age 61. “I am absolutely devastated about Norm…
State releases data on ‘breakthrough’ COVID-19 cases
The Associated Press Pennsylvania residents who are unvaccinated against the coronavirus were far more likely to contract COVID-19, become hospitalized and die than those who…
C-L board member faces DUI charge
From staff reports A member of the Clarion-Limestone School Board faces an Oct. 19 preliminary hearing on charges he was driving under the influence of…
Clarion University, Primary Health host vaccination clinic
From staff reports Clarion University, in partnership with The Primary Health Network, will host a COVID-19 vaccination clinic from 9 to 11:30 a.m. Sept. 23…
Ex-cops accused of violating Floyd’s rights face arraignment
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Four former Minneapolis police officers charged with violating George Floyd’s civil rights are scheduled to be arraigned in federal court Tuesday at…
Nicholas, now tropical storm, dumps rain along Gulf Coast
HOUSTON (AP) — Tropical Storm Nicholas hit the Texas coast early Tuesday as a hurricane and dumped more than a foot (30.5 centimeters) of rain…
Free rides take $104M toll on Pennsylvania Turnpike finances
CARLISLE (AP) — More than $104 million in Pennsylvania Turnpike tolls went uncollected last year as the agency fully converted to all-electronic tolling, with the…
‘The Price Is Right’ celebrates its 50th season
NEW YORK (AP) — If you can remember the price of a 30-ounce jar of mayonnaise, what an Armani purse goes for and how much…
Recent Deaths 9/14/21
Thomas J. Hartle, Jr, 71, died Sept. 11, 2021. Virginia Mealy Motter Groner, 82, of Shippenville, died Sept. 7, 2021. Rebecca “Becky” Harkless, 97, of…
Redbank Valley School District: Teachers to strike
From staff reports Members of the Redbank Valley Education Association plan to strike today, according to a post on the Redbank Valley School District Facebook…
Tropical Storm Nicholas threatens Gulf Coast with heavy rain
HOUSTON (AP) — Tropical Storm Nicholas strengthened just off the Gulf Coast and could blow ashore in Texas as a hurricane Monday as it brings…
Steelers rally to beat Bills 23-16 to open season
ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (AP) — Knowing it was going to take the Steelers’ new-look offense time to find its footing, Ben Roethlisberger was counting on…
Lil Nas X, Justin Bieber top star-packed MTV VMAs
The Associated Press Lil Nas X won video of the year at Sunday’s MTV VMAs on a night that Justin Bieber triumphantly returned to the…
Annex sold; Clarion County Historical Society reshuffles
By RANDY BARTLEY Staff writer CLARION — It has been moving day for several days at the Clarion County Historical Society. The society sold the…