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DuBois parking shortage misconception continues

Tuesday, November 14 by Louise Bennett

DUBOIS - Citizens raised concerns again over a lack of available parking in the downtown area. At Monday's City Council meeting, Downtown DuBois Inc's Executive Director Shirley Dahrouge referenced a summer 2023 study that indicated a suitable amount of parking was available to the... Read More.

State Representative Mike Armanini to host telephone town hall meeting

Monday, November 13 by Louise Bennett

DUBOIS – If Mike Armanini is your state representative in Elk or Clearfield County, expect to receive an invitation to a “telephone town hall meeting” this evening.Representative Armanini says you should receive that invitation call just before 7pm.You can choose to stay on the... Read More.

Bridge, road maintenance crews continue work around Tri-County area

Friday, November 10 by Louise Bennett

CLEARFIELD – Bridge and road maintenance crews are back to work on projects in Clearfield and Elk counties.According to PennDOT, the Golden Rod bridge project on Route 322 in Lawrence Township begins a new phase today.The heavily-traveled bridge is closed to traffic through... Read More.

Lawrence Township faces slow start in search for new township manager

Friday, November 10 by Louise Bennett

CLEARFIELD – Clearfield County's Lawrence Township is having a slow start to its search for a new township manager.At this week's meeting, Lawrence Township's board of supervisors learned that only one application has been received so far for the position that has been advertised... Read More.

Jefferson County man arrested after openly carrying gun

Friday, November 10 by Louise Bennett

PUNXSUTAWNEY — A Jefferson County man who is not allowed to have a gun due to his mental health concerns, was arrested last week for openly carrying in Punxsutawney.According to court documents, 30-year-old Damian Barch was charged with illegally possessing a firearm.Punxsutawney Police say... Read More.

Road maintenance crews continue projects in Clearfield, Elk counties

Thursday, November 9 by Louise Bennett

CLEARFIELD – Bridge and road maintenance crews are scheduled to be at work in the next few days in Clearfield and Elk counties. According to PennDOT, the Golden Rod bridge project on Route 322 in Lawrence Township begins a new phase tomorrow (Friday).The heavily-traveled bridge... Read More.

Sandy Township approves housing expansion

Tuesday, November 7 by Louise Bennett

SANDY TWP. – A housing expansion in Sandy Township has been given the green light.The township supervisors and municipal boards approved plans last night for the Kiwanis Estates development which is expected to bring 75 new homes to the area.The first phase is expected... Read More.

Polls prepare for Election Day tomorrow

Monday, November 6 by Louise Bennett

DUBOIS – Tomorrow, Tuesday, is election day.Polls in the Tri-County area will open at 7am and close at 8pm.Voters will be selecting those who will serve them in municipal government offices like mayor, city council, township supervisor, and school board.At the county level, offices... Read More.

Sunny 106 hosts annual Halloween Parade tonight

Tuesday, October 31 by Louise Bennett

DUBOIS – The annual Sunny 106 Halloween Parade is tonight in downtown DuBois.Cooper Tire and Auto, DiLullo Transport, and Ignatius Family Medicine are the sponsors of this year's parade.Kids 12 and younger and leashed pets are invited to march West Long Avenue and show... Read More.

Railroad crossing work may significantly impact DuBois traffic flow this week

Tuesday, October 31 by Louise Bennett

DUBOIS – Railroad crossing work at the busy intersection of Routes 219 and 255 at the north end of Liberty Boulevard in DuBois should be wrapping up in the next day or two.PennDOT says until the project is complete, traffic flow will be impacted... Read More.