Experts say we can expect more ticks this year
By DILLON PROVENZA Staff writer Experts say an uptick in tick bites can be expected following a nationwide growth trend with the bloodsucking parasites. “I…
Kobe, Duncan, Garnett headline Basketball Hall of Fame class
The Associated Press Kobe Bryant’s resume has yet another entry to validate his greatness: He’s now, officially, a Hall of Famer. And he’s got plenty…
Number of PA coronavirus cases tops 10,000; 136 deaths
HARRISBURG (AP) — The Pennsylvania Department of Health says the number of people who have tested positive for the coronavirus in the commonwealth has topped…
Singer Pink says she had COVID-19, gives $1M to relief funds
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The singer Pink had tested positive for COVID-19, she said Friday, also announcing that she is donating $500,000 each to two…
Forest County burning ban issued
From staff reports Forest County commissioners have issued a county-wide burning ban that went into effect Friday. “The District Forester has informed us that due…
Forest County lays off 17 full-time workers
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer Forest County laid off 17 full-time employees Friday. County commissioners said the layoffs were spread out over several departments including…
Front-line medical staff deaths grow, highlight virus risks
ROME (AP) — Air raid sirens sounded across China and flags flew at half staff in tribute Saturday to victims of the coronavirus pandemic, including…
Pennsylvania residents told to wear masks in public
The Associated Press Pennsylvania residents should wear face coverings in public to help slow the spread of the coronavirus, the governor said Friday as the…
Marvel remakes release calendar; ‘Mulan’ moves to late July
NEW YORK (AP) — The Walt Disney Co. on Friday overhauled its release schedule by moving the dates of half a dozen Marvel movies, announcing…
Allowable activities and travel
From staff reports Here are allowable activities and travel under Gov. Tom Wolf’s stay-at-home order: — Tasks essential to maintain health and safety, or the…
Online recovery meetings remain available
From staff reports In-person recovery meetings for Alcoholics Anonymous and Narcotics Anonymous throughout the area have been canceled due to the coronavirus pandemic. Numerous online…
Deadline looms for Pennsylvania virus-shutdown waivers
The Associated Press Pennsylvania businesses are running out of time if they want an exemption from Gov. Tom Wolf’s shutdown order as state health officials…
‘Prime’ time? TE Ebron eager to start over with Steelers
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Eric Ebron isn’t worried about Ben Roethlisberger’s surgically repaired right elbow. The same goes for Ebron’s balky ankle, which the newly signed…
Review: A lewd buddy cop comedy in ‘Coffee & Kareem’
The Associated Press Your enjoyment of the new Netflix comedy “ Coffee & Kareem ” may depend on whether or not you find insanely vulgar…
Clarion Hospital president addresses virus pandemic
This current COVID-19 pandemic has impacted each and every one of us in personal ways. This letter shares with you what your community hospital is…
Contract awarded for Brady Tunnel rehab work
By RANDY BARTLEY Staff writer Clarion County commissioners on Tuesday awarded a contract to Francis J. Palo for the second phase of the Brady Tunnel…
Feds: Man intentionally derailed LA train near hospital ship
LOS ANGELES (AP) — A train engineer intentionally drove a speeding locomotive off a track at the Port of Los Angeles because he was suspicious…
All of Pennsylvania now under orders to stay home
The Associated Press All Pennsylvania residents must stay home as much as possible over the coming month to help slow the spread of the coronavirus,…
IndyCar’s virtual race to be aired on NBC Sports Network
The Associated Press IndyCar’s virtual racing will be televised beginning with Saturday’s iRacing event, which has been picked up by NBC Sports. The debut virtual race…
Recent Deaths 4/2/20
Alice Lucille Myers Miller Jones, 94, of Sligo, died March 30, 2020. Sherry J. Reid, 69, of Clarion, died March 29, 2020. Donald F. Kline,…