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Punxsutawney man faces felony charges after fleeing from police with children in vehicle

Saturday, November 4 by Louise Bennett

PUNXSUTAWNEY— Two felonies, five misdemeanors, and a long list of traffic violations have been filed against a Punxsutawney man after he tried to get away from police with two young children in the vehicle. According to court documents, a Punxsutawney Police officer tried to pull... Read More.

Several Tri-County area recreation, conservation projects receive state funding

Monday, October 9 by Louise Bennett

HARRISBURG – Several Tri-County area recreation and conservation projects will be receiving funding from Pennsylvania’s Department of Conservation and Natural Resources.Brookville Borough has been granted more than $390,000 for the rehabilitation of Walter Dick Memorial Park, including the installation of a pedestrian bridge.In Elk... Read More.

Several Tri-County area recreation, conservation projects receive state funding

Saturday, October 7 by Louise Bennett

HARRISBURG – Several Tri-County area recreation and conservation projects will be receiving funding from Pennsylvania’s Department of Conservation and Natural Resources. Brookville Borough has been granted more than $390,000 for the rehabilitation of Walter Dick Memorial Park, including the installation of a pedestrian bridge. In Elk... Read More.

DuBois area businesswomen offered opportunity to network, develop business relationships

Tuesday, September 26 by Louise Bennett

DUBOIS – If you are a DuBois area businesswoman, there is going to be a special chance for you to network and further develop your business relationships on Thursday.WING, the Women Influencers Networking Group, is having its monthly networking meeting at 12 Noon Thursday... Read More.

City of DuBois officials banned from making payments to Herm Suplizio

Monday, August 28 by Louise Bennett

DUBOIS – The current City of DuBois government officials have been banned from making any further payments to, or agreements with, suspended City Manager Herm Suplizio.Last week, an emergency injunction was granted by Clearfield County Judge Frederic Ammerman which puts a stop to any... Read More.

State Police ask for helping locating Morrisdale man

Saturday, August 12 by Louise Bennett

MORRIS TWP. - State Police in Clearfield are asking for your help in locating a 27-year-old Morrisdale man after he allegedly stole a dirt bike in Morris Township.According to State Police, Brandon Hummel of Morrisdale reportedly stole a red and white 2008 Honda... Read More.

Sandy Township Supervisors explain filing stay in consolidation

Tuesday, June 20 by Louise Bennett

SANDY TWP. - After receiving many questions, the Sandy Township Supervisors have further explained their position behind the petition that has been filed to pause the consolidation with the City of DuBois. At the Sandy Township Supervisors meeting Monday night, Supervisors, Kevin Salandra and Mark... Read More.

Two Clearfield County municipalities issue burn bans

Friday, June 9 by Louise Bennett

CLEARFIELD COUNTY – Two municipalities in Clearfield County have issued burn bans due to the current weather conditions.On Wednesday, Clearfield Borough issued a burn ban effective until conditions improve.The Borough is reminding residents that smoke coming south from the Canadian wildfires may cause negative... Read More.

Delancey woman faces DUI charges

Friday, June 9 by Louise Bennett

BIG RUN – A Delancey woman is facing DUI charges after a traffic stop in Big Run.Punxsutawney State Police report that troopers initiated a traffic stop on 34-year-old Peggy Kauffman for a summary traffic violation on Sunday in the early morning hours.Based upon further... Read More.

Sandy Township declares burn ban

Thursday, June 8 by Louise Bennett

SANDY TWP. – Sandy Township has declared a burn ban effective immediately.On Wednesday, Sandy Township Fire Chief Jason Runyon declared a burn ban for all of Sandy Township due to the current severe drought conditions.According to the report, the ban includes all open fires... Read More.