The GantDaily.com weekly reload gives readers a look back upon the most noteworthy stories of their work week. It contains the big headlines, as well as a few stories you might have missed. It might even include a story or two of the lighter side.
The GantDaily.com reload will be posted each weekend for your perusal. For most part, the reload will be filled with local headlines, but every now and again, a state, world or national story will make the list.
Attorney Asks Judge to Reconsider Kenjora’s Sentence for Shooting Nurse
CLEARFIELD – The attorney for an Osceola Mills woman who shot her health care nurse is asking for her sentence to be reduced.
Marlene W. Kenjora, 71, 2637 Ashland Rd., Osceola Mills, was found guilty of criminal attempt/murder in the first degree, aggravated assault, recklessly endangering another person and simple assault after a trial in September. She was sentenced in November to 12 to 24 years in state prison.
PENNSYLVANIA – Average retail gasoline prices in Pennsylvania have fallen 6.9 cents per gallon in the past week, averaging $2.80 per gallon yesterday, according to GasBuddy’s daily survey of 5,269 gas outlets in Pennsylvania.
Jeb Bush to ‘Actively Explore’ 2016 Presidential Bid
(CNN) — Former Florida Gov. Jeb Bush has decided to “actively explore” a presidential bid after conversations with his family over Thanksgiving, he said in a Facebook post Tuesday.
Kimberling to Stand Trial for Selling Fatal Dose of Heroin
DUBOIS – A DuBois man accused of selling a fatal dose of heroin waived his right to a preliminary hearing during Centralized Court.
Suspect in Family Massacre Found Dead
Pennsylvania shooting suspect Bradley William Stone appears to have died from self-inflicted cutting wounds, in the center of his body, Montgomery County District Attorney Risa Vetri Ferman told reporters Tuesday. Stone, a former Marine reservist, was wanted in the deaths of his ex-wife and five former in-laws.
CLEARFIELD – A 29-year-old Morrisdale man accused of murdering a San Diego, Calif. man, Ronald Bruce Ford, 40, in 2013 has waived his right to a preliminary hearing, according to online court documents from Magisterial District Judge Jerome Nevling’s office.
New Roadmaster Introduced at LT Meeting
CLEARFIELD – At last night’s meeting, Lawrence Township Chairman of Supervisors Bill Lawhead introduced the newly hired roadmaster Ronald Woodling of Clearfield.
Robbery Incident Under Investigation in Falls Creek
FALLS CREEK – The investigation is continuing into an alleged robbery that occurred Dec. 14 at a Falls Creek Borough residence, reported the state police at DuBois today.
Three Honored for 25 Years of Service at Campus
DUBOIS – Three individuals were recently honored for their 25 years of service to Penn State DuBois.
Director of Enrollment Melissa Duttry, Associate Professor of English Antonio Vallone and Senior Instructor of Business Administration Laurie Breakey were all recognized during a reception held in Symmco House, the campus administrative building.
Daytime Burglary Suspects Appear for Hearings
CLEARFIELD – Two daytime burglary spree suspects appeared for their preliminary hearings on Wednesday during Centralized Court at the Clearfield County Jail.
Wetzel Waives Charges for Bigler Twp. Burglary
CLEARFIELD – A burglary suspect accused of stealing guns from a Bigler Township residence in June waived his right to a preliminary hearing during Centralized Court on Wednesday at the Clearfield County Jail.
BREAKING: Shaw: Trucking Company President Accused of Stealing Employee Funds
CLEARFIELD – A 55-year-old Morrisdale man, Timothy Lee Kephart, has been accused of stealing employee funds, announced Clearfield County District Attorney William A. Shaw Jr. today.
Trooper Jeffrey Walters of the Pennsylvania State Police, Bureau of Criminal Investigations – Organized Crime Task Force, has filed a criminal complaint against Kephart. He’s charged Kephart with 584 theft-related charges.
Students Create Marketing and Business Plans for Local Company
DUBOIS – Business administration students at Penn State DuBois have put their classroom lessons to real-world use by conducting feasibility studies and preparing marketing plans for a local company.
Clearfield Economic Development Holds Annual Luncheon
CLEARFIELD – More than 140 guests joined the Clearfield County Economic Development Corp. (CCEDC) for its annual luncheon Thursday at the Florian Banquet Center.
Clearfield Borough Supports Rail Project
CLEARFIELD – Clearfield Borough Council unanimously passed a resolution at last night’s meeting that they support North Central Pennsylvania Regional Planning and Development Commission’s plans for re-opening a 20-mile segment of railway in Clearfield County.