Gaming terminals come to Emlenton Truck Plaza
From staff reports The first legal video gaming terminals in western Pennsylvania opened to the public Friday at the Emlenton Truck Plaza. The Pennsylvania legislature…
G-7 summit in France a test of unity among world leaders
BIARRITZ, France (AP) — Efforts to salvage consensus among the G-7 rich democracies frayed Saturday in the face of U.S. President Donald Trump’s unpredictable America-first…
Pirates rally past Reds in 9th for 3-2 win
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Pablo Reyes plays baseball with an unabashed joy, something in short supply these days for the Pittsburgh Pirates. For one brief moment…
Disney Legends honor prompts Robert Downey Jr. pot story
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Robert Downey Jr. says he had a wild Disneyland ride in his younger days. The “Iron Man” and “Avengers: Endgame” star,…
Pet of the day 8/23/19
Name: Ricky Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Age: 3 months Gender: Male Size: Small Color: Orange/ White Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Ricky can be found at…
More freshmen this year at Clarion University
From staff reports Wednesday was freshman move-in day at Clarion University, and campus traffic was more backed up than at last year’s move-in. That’s due…
McElhattan grant boosts prevention program
From staff reports Allegheny Health Network is kicking off a trauma and injury prevention program in Venango and Clarion counties thanks to a $61,000 grant…
Global worry over Amazon fires escalates; Bolsonaro defiant
RIO DE JANEIRO (AP) — Amid global concern about raging fires in the Amazon, Brazil’s government complained Thursday that it is being targeted in smear…
Scherzer goes 4 innings in return, Nationals top Pirates 7-1
PITTSBURGH (AP) — To Max Scherzer, a short outing was totally OK. “I can’t get hurt again,” the Washington Nationals ace said. “That’s just the…
Fans choose sides in the ‘Chicken Sandwich War’ of our time
NEW YORK (AP) — A nation already polarized finds itself divided once again, but this time politics isn’t at the heart of it: The blame…
Pet of the day 8/22/19
Name: Hobbs Breed: Terrier, American Pit Bull mix Gender: Male Size: Medium Color: Brown/ White Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Hobbs can be found at Venango…
Marienville area concerned over medical services
By RANDY BARTLEY Staff writer A group of elected officials tried to solve a puzzle Aug. 16 for which they don’t have all the pieces…
Medical marijuana dispensary opens at Brookville site
By RANDY BARTLEY Staff writer Herbology opened its ninth medical marijuana dispensary in Pennsylvania on Wednesday in Brookville. “We offer treatment for many chronic conditions,”…
Police urge caution on road as school year starts
From staff reports Pennsylvania state police are reminding motorists to slow down and use extra caution while driving now that the new school year is…
Planned Parenthood sees swift fallout from quitting program
SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — Planned Parenthood clinics in several states are charging new fees, tapping into financial reserves, intensifying fundraising and warning of more…
Corbin pitches 8 scoreless, Nationals beat Pirates 11-1
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Patrick Corbin gave the Nationals another stellar outing in his first season in Washington. Corbin, signed to a six-year, $140 million deal…
Alabama postpones 50th anniversary tour over singer’s health
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Country band Alabama says it is postponing the remainder of its 50th anniversary tour as lead singer Randy Owen battles health…
Recent Deaths 8/22/19
Mary Barbara Andrews, 95, of New Bethlehem, died Aug. 19, 2019. Carl Craig, 78, of Elk City, died Aug. 18, 2019. Carl M. Cunningham, 38,…
Pet of the day 8/21/19
Atlas is a sweet and playful male kitten. He is current on vaccines and neutered. Atlas can be found at Tri-County Animal Rescue Center.
Clarion Co. flood damage estimates could hit $4 million
By RANDY BARTLEY Staff writer Damage estimates in the July 19 flooding in Clarion County could run as high as $4 million. Clarion County Commissioner…