Plastic recycling directory ends, citing lack of ‘real commitment from industry’ Tuesday, December 5 by ABC News(NEW YORK) -- After 20 years of operation, a national online recycling directory for plastic bags and plastic films has been taken offline, six months after an ABC News investigation.The Film Drop-Off Directory, once found at BagandFilmRecycling.org, previously directed the public to more than... Read More.
As some Christmas tree farms close due to lack of supply, experts warn not to worry Tuesday, November 14 by ABC News(NEW YORK) -- The holidays are fast approaching and as people prepare to pick out the perfect pine to decorate for Christmas, some growers are warning the holiday staple could be in short supply.Some Christmas tree farms that have been holiday fixtures for decades... Read More.
Jefferson County Commissioners vote to decertify Great Outdoors Visitors Bureau Thursday, June 29 by Louise BennettBROOKVILLE – The Jefferson County Board of Commissioners voted for a resolution Tuesday to decertify Pennsylvania Great Outdoors Visitors Bureau as the county’s Tourism Promotion Agency.Commissioners cited what they view as the agency’s lack of transparency and accountability as the reason for the decertification... Read More.
Jefferson County Commissioners to vote on certification of Pennsylvania Great Outdoors Friday, June 23 by Louise BennettBROOKVILLE – A final decision will be made next Tuesday by the Jefferson County Commissioners on whether Pennsylvania Great Outdoors will be decertified as the county’s Tourist Promotion Agency.The commissioners say the main issue of why they want to decertify the agency is a lack... Read More.
Residents in Boggs Township raise concerns over phone, internet service Friday, June 16 by Louise BennettCLEARFIELD – Some residents of Boggs Township in Clearfield County are increasingly frustrated by a lack of reliable phone and internet service.At this week’s Clearfield County Commissioners’ meeting, Larry Lumadue from West Decatur voiced his opinion that some of the problem is due to... Read More.
Clearfield County Commissioners consider County-wide burn ban Friday, June 9 by Louise BennettCLEARFIELD COUNTY - The entirety of Clearfield County is now considering a burn ban due to the extremely dry conditions in the County.According to the Clearfield County Commissioners, the matter will be discussed and voted upon at their next regular meeting on Tuesday, June... Read More.
Los Angeles district attorney declines to charge Armie Hammer in sex assault case over lack of evidence Wednesday, May 31 by ABC NewsEmbattled actor Armie Hammer will not face criminal charges in connection with an investigation for sexual assault in Los Angeles County, prosecutors said Wednesday.The Los Angeles district attorney cited a lack of evidence.In a video news conference on March 18, 2021, a woman said... Read More.
New York City snow drought poised to break multiple records for lack of measurable snowfall Monday, January 30 by ABC News(NEW YORK) -- New Yorkers won't be walking in a winter wonderland any time soon. Multiple records are about to be broken in the Big Apple due to the lack of measurable snow this winter season.The first of those records -- the latest first... Read More.
Coalport woman acquitted after facing sexual assault charges Wednesday, January 11 by Louise BennettCLEARFIELD – It took a jury only 26 minutes of deliberation to acquit a former Coalport woman of sexual assault charges in Clearfield County Court yesterday.State Police had filed charges against 29-year-old Sarah Lichty on accusations that she had sex with three teenage boys.According... Read More.
Two Clearfield County fire departments discuss official merger Wednesday, January 11 by Louise BennettRAMEY - The idea of merging the Clearfield County fire departments of Houtzdale and Ramey is still alive.Members of both fire companies met recently for breakfast to discuss possible consolidation and build camaraderie.The two departments agree that joining forces would help establish a more... Read More.
