Batch to speak at Clarion University Venango
From staff reports Charlie Batch, who earned two Super Bowl rings during his time as backup quarterback for the Pittsburgh Steelers, will present “Expect Your…
Mayweather-McGregor is a pay-per-view smash
LAS VEGAS (AP) — Conor McGregor’s improbable challenge of Floyd Mayweather Jr. was a hit at the box office and could end up the biggest…
Headaches and raspy voices as wildfire smoke chokes US West
The smoke from massive wildfires hangs like fog over large parts of the U.S. West, an irritating haze causing health concerns, forcing sports teams to…
Tests confirm gravesite of 1800s serial killer H.H. Holmes
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Tests show that the remains in a suburban Philadelphia grave are indeed those of a 19th century serial killer, quelling rumors that…
Duvall leads Reds to 7-3 win over Pirates
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Five days ago, Pittsburgh Pirates starter Gerrit Cole shut out the Cincinnati Reds for five innings. On Friday night, the Reds scored…
Sandy Twp. DUI
Pet of the day 9/1/17
Name: Pork Chop Breed: Retriever, Labrador/ Chinese Shar-Pei Age: 2 years Gender: Male Size: Large Color: Red Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Pork Chop can be…
Marienville woman dies in crash
From staff reports A Marienville woman was killed in a crash early Thursday morning in Forest County, Marienville state police said. The woman, 20-year-old Taylor…
Old Home Day to be held Monday at Fertigs Community Center
From staff reports A full day of activities is planned as the Fertigs Community Center holds it annual Old Home Day celebration on Labor Day….
Plant explosions, spills test industry’s response to Harvey
The Associated Press Explosions that rocked a Texas chemical plant after it was inundated by Harvey’s floodwaters are raising questions about the adequacy of industry…
Dobbs’ late TD run lifts Steelers over Panthers 17-14
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Steelers rookie Joshua Dobbs promised his mother he’d score a touchdown and save her the football as a souvenir for her…
Eastwood re-enacts France train attack
ARRAS, France (AP) — Clint Eastwood is in France directing a film that re-enacts the dramatic end to an attempted Islamic State group attack on…
Jenks Twp. fatal crash
Catholic diocese schedules collection for Harvey victims
From staff reports A collection will be taken for the victims of Harvey at masses throughout the Erie Catholic Diocese this weekend. “Our brothers and…
Deadline nears for ALF scholarship program
From staff reports There are still openings available for Miss Junior Teen and Miss Teen ALF Scholarship Program. The deadline to register is 5 p.m. Wednesday, Sept….
Pet of the day 8/31/17
Name: Tug Breed: Domestic Shorthair Age: 3 months Gender: Male Size: Medium Color: Orange/ Red House-trained: Yes Tug can be found at Precious Paws Animal…
Man displays gun, run off by knife-wielding victim
By BRETT R. WHITLING Staff Writer In an alleged attempt to burglary, a 26-year-old Oil City male suspect brought a gun to a knife fight…
Clarion University physics professor awarded grant
From staff reports The National Science Foundation has awarded a grant of $151,940 to Clarion University physics professor Chunfei Li. This latest grant brings the…
Houston-area floodwaters recede but dangers still loom
HOUSTON (AP) — Major dangers loomed over the U.S. Gulf Coast area Thursday with the continued threat of serious flooding near the Texas-Louisiana line and…
Schwarber hits 2 HRs, Cubs pound Pirates 17-3
CHICAGO (AP) — The Chicago Cubs are piling up runs and wins. And they’re having some laughs along the way. Kyle Schwarber hit two home…
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