The GANT 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 GANT 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.
Gallaher Pleads Guilty to Selling Percocet, Marijuana
CLEARFIELD – A Coalport man accused of selling Percocet and marijuana has pleaded guilty before President Judge Fredric J. Ammerman in Clearfield County Court.
Jodi August: New as Executive Director but Familiar Face for DuBois Chamber
DUBOIS – There’s a new face in the position of executive director at the Greater DuBois Chamber of Commerce these days, but those familiar with the chamber know her well.
Father and Son Waive Insurance Fraud Charges
DUBOIS – A father and son facing felony insurance fraud charges waived their rights to a preliminary hearing Friday before District Judge Patrick Ford during Centralized Court.
Lukens to Stand Trial for Insurance Fraud
DUBOIS – A Reynoldsville man will stand trial for insurance fraud.
Thomas Michael Lukens, 31, 11 Yellowbrick Rd., Reynoldsville, is charged with a felony count of insurance fraud-false/incomplete or misleading information and misdemeanor counts of criminal attempt/theft by deception and insurance fraud/application fraud.
Gabler, Sankey: Taxpayers Deserve Honest and Realistic Solutions
HARRISBURG – Gov. Tom Wolf today announced his intentions to pursue an expanded sales tax and an increased Personal Income Tax during his budget proposal for the 2016-17 fiscal year.
Senate Republican Leaders Respond to Gov. Wolf’s Call For Massive Increases in State Taxes, Spending
HARRISBURG – Senate Republican leaders offered the following reaction to Gov. Tom Wolf’s budget proposal for fiscal year 2016-17, which he announced Tuesday. His plan would increase taxes on state residents and job-creators by $3.6 billion and spending by $2.45 billion.
Collins Takes Over Clearfield County Library
The Clearfield County Library, which consists of Curwensville Public Library and the Clearfield County Bookmobile, recently underwent a change when Paula Collins became the new director on Feb. 1.
Clearfield County Court Reporter Shortage Still Unresolved
CLEARFIELD – Clearfield County court officials continue to face the dilemma of having a shortage of court reporters, stated President Judge Fredric Ammerman at Tuesday’s salary board meeting.
BREAKING: Clearfield Man Accused of Killing Dog Waives Charges
CLEARFIELD – A Clearfield man accused of causing the brutal injuries, which killed a young dog, waived all charges to court at his preliminary hearing Wednesday at the Clearfield County Jail.
Man Arrested after Child Allegedly Found Wandering Around Hillcrest Commons Area
CHESTER HILL – On Monday the Clearfield County Sheriff’s Office handled a report about a three-year-old child who was allegedly wandering around the area of Hillcrest Commons, located on Hill Street in Chester Hill.
Millard: Clearfield Co. Has Growing Illegal Dumping Problem
CLEARFIELD – Clearfield County has a growing illegal dumping problem, according to Girard Township citizen Lyle Millard, who is also chairman of the county’s solid waste authority.