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Wasson Elementary School recognized as Blue Ribbon School for 2023

Friday, September 22 by Louise Bennett

DUBOIS — The DuBois Area School District's Wasson Elementary School is being recognized nationally as a Blue Ribbon School for 2023.Wasson earned the distinction based on its overall academic performance, and the progress it is making in closing achievement gaps among student groups.According to... Read More.

Citizens Against Physical, Sexual, and Emotional Abuse launch new fundraiser

Wednesday, September 20 by Louise Bennett

RIDGWAY – The Citizens Against Physical, Sexual, and Emotional Abuse non-profit group, better known as CAPSEA, in Elk County has launched a new fundraiser. CAPSEA's director says the success of the “Leave the Lights On” fundraiser is crucial to supporting the organization's emergency... Read More.

Brookville woman faces attempted murder charges after stabbing ex-boyfriend multiple times

Monday, September 18 by Louise Bennett

BROCKWAY – A 23-year-old Brookville woman has been jailed and is facing various charges, including attempted first-degree murder, after she allegedly stabbed her ex-boyfriend multiple times.State Police say Paige Lander was hiding in the back seat of the victim's car and attacked him as... Read More.

Road maintenance projects continue throughout Clearfield County

Monday, September 18 by Louise Bennett

CLEARFIELD – As the fall season approaches, crews will be trying to stay on top of various road maintenance projects in Clearfield County this week.According to PennDOT, this week’s projects include patching work and drainage pipe replacement or cleaning on Route 322 in Bradford... Read More.

Clearfield County man speaks out about drug issues at county jail

Thursday, September 14 by Louise Bennett

CLEARFIELD – A Clearfield County man is speaking out following the death of an inmate, reports of multiple overdoses, and recent charges filed against a woman for smuggling drugs into the county jail.At this week's Clearfield County Commissioners meeting, Charlie Lombardo said the county... Read More.

DuBois man sentenced up to seven years in state prison

Wednesday, September 13 by Louise Bennett

CLEARFIELD – A 37-year-old DuBois man has been sentenced to serve three to seven years in state prison after pleading guilty in five separate criminal cases this week.According to Clearfield County Court documents, Joshua Franklin submitted guilty pleas on various charges including attempted escape... Read More.

DuBois man charged with drug possession, intent to sell

Tuesday, September 12 by Louise Bennett

DUBOIS – A 32-year-old DuBois man has been charged with possessing and selling drugs.DuBois City Police say there was an active warrant for the arrest of Dirk Painter when they spotted him last month in a parking lot along Jared Street.As they were arresting... Read More.

Chief Deputy Coroner hit and killed on Interstate 99

Tuesday, September 12 by Louise Bennett

PHILIPSBURG – A Clearfield County woman who served as a Chief Deputy Coroner was hit and killed while trying to walk across Interstate 99 on Saturday.According to State Police, 69-year-old Judith Pleskonko of Philipsburg tried to cross the northbound lanes of I-99 on foot... Read More.

Interim DuBois City Manager Chris Nasuti withdraws name from full-time position

Thursday, September 7 by Louise Bennett

DUBOIS -- Interim DuBois City Manager Chris Nasuti has withdrawn his name from consideration for the full-time city manager's position. Nasuti said, "The anger in our community has reached a level that I can no longer tolerate.... Read More.

Over $5,000 reportedly stolen from Jefferson County business

Thursday, September 7 by Louise Bennett

PINE CREEK TWP – A Jefferson County business is reportedly the victim of a theft of more than $5,000 through a fraudulent check.According to State Police, a single suspect gained access to the bank account of the Pine Creek Township company last week and... Read More.

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