Rookie QB Hodges to make 2nd straight start for Steelers
PITTSBURGH (AP) — It’s still officially Duck season for the Pittsburgh Steelers. Coach Mike Tomlin confirmed Tuesday that quarterback Devlin “Duck” Hodges will make his…
Review: ‘The Aeronauts’ doesn’t exactly soar, but Jones does
The Associated Press Would you like to ride in Eddie Redmayne’s beautiful balloon? Tom Harper’s “The Aeronauts,” starring Felicity Jones and Redmayne, is loosely based…
ALF theme contest opens
From staff reports The Clarion Area Chamber of Business and Industry is accepting submissions for the 2020 Allegheny Toyota Autumn Leaf Festival theme contest. Theme…
Panel of AIDS Memorial Quilt to be on display
From staff reports Clarion University and the Northwest Pennsylvania Rural AIDS Alliance will mark World AIDS Day by displaying a panel of the AIDS Memorial…
Iran state TV says ‘rioters’ shot and killed amid protests
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — Iranian state television on Tuesday acknowledged security forces shot and killed what it described as “rioters” in multiple cities…
Hunting buddies Washington, Hodges building rapport
PITTSBURGH (AP) — James Washington knew what was coming. It’s why the Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver didn’t hesitate when he saw the Cleveland Browns jump…
Rock band marks 40 years since tragedy, plans announcement
CINCINNATI (AP) — The rock band The Who plans an announcement marking the 40th anniversary of a Cincinnati concert, where 11 fans died. No details…
Recent Deaths 12/3/19
Jason E. Deal, 37, of Tionesta, formerly of Clarion, died Nov. 26, 2019. Marilyn Jean Frazier, 75, of Strattanville, died Nov. 27, 2019. Jan Marie…
Clarion County receives grant for comp plan
By RANDY BARTLEY Staff writer Clarion County has received a $30,000 grant to develop a new comprehensive plan. The new plan will replace the county’s…
At least 14 dead in Mexico gun battle near Texas border
MEXICO CITY (AP) — Mexican security forces fought an hour-long gun gun battle Saturday with suspected cartel gunmen in Villa Union, a town in Coahuila…
Faulk, Walker score as Blues beat Penguins 5-2
ST. LOUIS (AP) — Nathan Walker didn’t have to wait long for a second chance to snap his scoreless drought. Justin Faulk and Walker each…
Knox-area gift shop owner closing doors at end of year
By RANDY BARTLEY Staff writer After 33 years in business, Jolinda Tharan has decided she needs to slow down a bit. Tharan has owned and…
Relic thought to be from Jesus’ manger arrives in Bethlehem
BETHLEHEM, West Bank (AP) — A tiny wooden relic that some Christians believe to be part of Jesus’ manger arrived Saturday in its permanent home…
Nyquist helps Blue Jackets beat Penguins 5-2
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Gustav Nyquist scored three times to help the Columbus Blue Jackets beat the Pittsburgh Penguins 5-2 on Friday night. Nick Foligno…
Gabrielle Union speaks out amid reports she’s off NBC show
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Gabrielle Union thanked supporters for defending her amid reports she was fired from “America’s Got Talent” after complaining about racism and…
Clarion Boards agrees to pay penalty for operation violations
From staff reports The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection announced Wednesday that Clarion Boards, a subsidiary of Kronospan, has agreed to a consent assessment of…
Clarion commissioners support renewal of program
By RANDY BARTLEY Staff writer Clarion County commissioners on Wednesday unanimously approved the signing of a letter of support for the renewal of a program…
Shorter shopping season means a more intense scramble
NEW YORK (AP) — The mad scramble between Thanksgiving and Christmas has begun — but with six fewer days. Black Friday once again kicks off…
Steelers’ Rudolph saying all the right things after demotion
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Soon after walking into the Pittsburgh Steelers’ locker room after an abbreviated and earlier-than-usual practice Thursday, Mason Rudolph joked with teammates about…
After wind scare, balloons fly in Macy’s Thanksgiving parade
NEW YORK (AP) — The beloved balloons flew, but lower than usual, in a windy Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade after an anxious weather watch. Wind…