Recent Deaths 1/7/20
Dennis A. Schwabenbauer, 97, and Dorothea A. Schwabenbauer, 94, of Shippenville, died Jan. 2, 2020. William G. “Bill” Bartow, of Pensacola, Florida, died Sept. 15,…
Fire at AWP causes estimated $3M in damages
From staff reports A fire that broke out Saturday morning at Allegheny Wood Products in Marble Township, Clarion County caused an estimated $3 million in…
Trump returns to Washington to face a pair of challenges
WASHINGTON (AP) — His 17-day holiday stay at his Florida resort over, President Donald Trump has returned to the White House facing twin challenges: the…
Panthers top Penguins 4-1 for rare win in Pittsburgh
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Joel Quenneville insisted when he agreed to coach the Florida Panthers last spring the perpetually struggling club was close to figuring it…
‘1917,’ ‘Once Upon a Time… in Hollywood’ win Golden Globes
The Associated Press The 77th Golden Globes were meant to be a coronation for Netflix. Instead, a pair of big-screen epics took top honors Sunday,…
Seidle-Patton’s inauguration as judge is ‘historic’ day
BY RANDY BARTLEY Staff writer Clarion County Senior Judge called it “truly an historic occasion,” on Friday as Sara Seidle-Patton became the first woman to…
New year will bring changes to Clarion court system
By RANDY BARTLEY Staff writer The new year will bring many changes to the Clarion County court system. The biggest change will occur Friday when…
5 dead, dozens hurt in turnpike crash
GREENSBURG (AP) — At least five people were killed and dozens were injured in a crash early Sunday involving multiple vehicles on the Pennsylvania Turnpike,…
Tanev’s OT goal lifts Penguins over Canadiens 3-2
MONTREAL (AP) — Teddy Blueger set up Brandon Tanev’s overtime goal for the Pittsburgh Penguins with a shot that turned into a juicy rebound. The…
US singer Pink pledges $500K to fight Australia wildfires
SYDNEY (AP) — American pop singer Pink says she is donating $500,000 to help fight the deadly wildfires that have devastated parts of Australia. “I…
Pipeline company fined $30M but can resume construction
The Associated Press Pennsylvania fined an energy company more than $30 million on Friday but will allow it to resume construction on its problem-plagued natural…
Australian PM calls up reservists as fire threats escalate
SYDNEY (AP) — Australia’s prime minister called up about 3,000 reservists on Saturday as the threat of wildfires escalated in at least three states, while…
‘Jeopardy!’ titans compete for $1 million, ‘Greatest’ title
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Super Bowl is weeks away, but for “Jeopardy!” addicts the big game is here: All-time top money winners Brad Rutter,…
‘A more dangerous world’: Iran killing triggers global alarm
PARIS (AP) — Global powers warned Friday that the world became a more dangerous place after the U.S. assassinated Iran’s top general, urging restraint on…
Burns’ OT winner gives Sharks 3-2 victory over Penguins
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The San Jose Sharks entered 2020 searching for an identity and consistency following a sluggish start that cost longtime coach Peter DeBoer…
Trebek says he needs 30 seconds for exit on final ‘Jeopardy’
NEW YORK (AP) — “Jeopardy!” host Alex Trebek says he’s already rehearsed what he’s going to say to the audience on his final show, whenever…
State lists disciplinary actions against notary, veterinarian
By RODNEY L. SHERMAN Clarion News editor The Pennsylvania Department of State’s Department of Professional Licensing recent announced disciplinary actions against two Clarion County professionals….
Cook Forest State Park hosts wildlife expeditions
From staff reports Just because the herds of people have migrated away during the wintertime, doesn’t mean the wildlife is gone too. Matter of fact,…
Militiamen withdraw from US Embassy but Iraq tensions linger
BAGHDAD (AP) — Iran-backed militiamen withdrew from the U.S. Embassy compound in Baghdad on Wednesday after two days of clashes with American security forces, but…
Tomlin: Rudolph is top backup QB heading into 2020
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh Steelers’ 2019 season was defined by chaos at quarterback. Coach Mike Tomlin is eyeing a return to normalcy in 2020….