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.
PennDOT Announces “Paint the Plow” Contest Winners
CLEARFIELD – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) is pleased to announce the winners of District 2’s “Paint the Plow” contests, which came to a close recently.
LT Zoning Board Holds Hearing Regarding Creation of Pet Cemetery
CLEARFIELD – At a special meeting last night, the Lawrence Township Zoning Hearing Board held a hearing regarding the creation of a pet cemetery near Glen Richey.
DuBois City Awarded Sewer Grant
DUBOIS – State Rep. Matt Gabler (R-Clearfield/Elk) is pleased to announce funding has been awarded to the City of DuBois for an efficiency study on its wastewater treatment facility in Sandy Township.
Lawhead Discusses Clearfield-Lawrence Consolidation Plan
On Jan. 19, the Lawrence Township board of supervisors and the Clearfield Borough Council will vote whether or not to move forward with consolidating the two municipalities.
GANT Builds Bot to Deliver News Via Facebook Messenger
CLEARFIELD – GANT Media LLC is pleased to announce it has built a news bot to deliver local news and top stories to its readers faster via Facebook messenger.
CASD Accepts Bid from Bond Sale
CLEARFIELD – On Monday night, the Clearfield school board voted to accept the winning bid and will now proceed with the issuance of the General Obligation, Series of 2016, bonds and the advance refunding of its G.O., Series of 2014.
BREAKING: Komonczi Resigns as Tourism Director
CLEARFIELD – A letter of resignation from Executive Director Holly Komonczi was accepted by the Clearfield County Recreation and Tourism Authority during a special meeting Tuesday.
GANT Correspondent Gives Overview of Clearfield-Lawrence Consolidation Plan
Consolidation is a hot topic in Clearfield Borough and Lawrence Township at the moment. People have questions, and there are many concerns.
Lytle Discusses Clearfield-Lawrence Consolidation Plan
On Jan. 19 the Lawrence Township board of supervisors and the Clearfield Borough Council will vote whether or not to move forward with consolidating the two municipalities.
Commissioners Pass Resolution Seeking to Reduce Number of CCRTA Board Members
CLEARFIELD – On Tuesday the Clearfield County Commissioners passed a resolution seeking to reduce the number of board members from 12 to nine on the county’s recreation and tourism authority.
Former Fire Company Treasurer Gets Sentence
CLEARFIELD – A former fire company treasurer accused of stealing more than $43,000 was sentenced Monday during colloquy court.
Pine Creek K-9 Search Unit Receives Certifications
The Pine Creek K-9 Search Unit has announced that two K-9s received new certifications and two others received re-certifications through the International Bloodhound Training Institute.
Sankey Legislation Would Allow for Sale of Former Clearfield County PennDOT Building
CLEARFIELD – Legislation authored by state Rep. Tommy Sankey (R-Clearfield/Cambria), which allows sale of the vacant property that formerly housed the District 2 PennDOT office on Route 322 in Lawrence Township, has been sent to Gov. Tom Wolf.
CASD Hears Presentation on Energy Savings Project
CLEARFIELD – The Clearfield school board heard a presentation regarding recommended school facility improvements through a “Guaranteed Energy Savings Project” at Monday night’s regular meeting.
County Elections Board Addresses Misinformation Circulated about Voting
CLEARFIELD – The Clearfield County Commissioners serving as the Clearfield County Board of Elections would like to address misinformation circulating about voting.
Residents Turn Out at Public Meeting for Proposed Clearfield-Lawrence Consolidation
CLEARFIELD – Community members turned out at the Clearfield Area Junior-Senior High School last night for a presentation on the proposed consolidation of Clearfield Borough and Lawrence Township.
Miller Gets Jail for Taking Over $56K from Employer
CLEARFIELD – A Houtzdale woman accused of taking over $56,000 from her employer by writing herself extra payroll checks was sentenced Tuesday.
Clearfield Elks Lodge Gives to Charities at Annual Distribution Dinner
CLEARFIELD – Each July the Clearfield Elks Lodge hosts the High Country Arts & Crafts Fair at S.B. Elliott State Park near Penfield. And, each October it turns around and gives back all of the proceeds.
Clearfield Robotics Team Gains School Board’s Support
CLEARFIELD – On Monday the Clearfield school board voted to support the junior-senior high school’s robotics team by sending it to the regional competition, which it’s qualified for, and on if it advances further.