GANT’s ICYMI 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.
GANT’s ICYMI will be posted each weekend for your perusal. For most part, it will be filled with local headlines, but every now and again, a state, world or national story will make the list.
DuBois Man Accused of Indecent Assault
DUBOIS – Indecent assault charges have been filed against a DuBois man for his conduct with a 13-year-old boy.
Nelson’s Homicide Trial Scheduled for January
CLEARFIELD – The trial for an area man accused of killing a woman while she was mowing her lawn in DuBois in 2015 is scheduled for January.
Assalone Accused of Pulling Gun on Driver After Car Accident
DUBOIS – A Grampian woman has been accused of pulling a gun on another driver after a car accident.
Wellness Centers of PA Announces Medical Marijuana Dispensary Openings
Wellness Centers of PA has announced that its affiliate network of medical marijuana dispensaries in Lebanon, Altoona, Dubois, Brookville, Bradford and Gettysburg will open mid-first quarter of 2018.
Governor Wolf, Elected Officials Rally Against Anti-Choice Legislation
HARRISBURG – On Monday Gov. Tom Wolf and Rep. Mary Jo Daley joined local elected officials and women’s health advocates to rally against Senate Bill 3, the anti-choice legislation that would severely limit women’s reproductive rights.
Clearfield County Seeking Grant for Safe Connections Center
CLEARFIELD – Clearfield County is applying for more than $377,000 in federal Justice for Families grant funding for a Safe Connections Center.
Burkhart to Take Over as Adult Probation Supervisor
CLEARFIELD – Clearfield County will soon have a new supervisor in its adult probation department.
Gabler, Sankey Support Protection for Unborn Children
HARRISBURG – The state House has passed Senate Bill 3, legislation that would make significant changes to Pennsylvania’s Abortion Control Act.
K-9 Search Teams Certified After Winter Evaluations
On Dec. 8-10, the Pine Creek K-9 Search Unit held its winter evaluations. The unit had three dogs certified in man-trailing through the InterNational Bloodhound Training Institute (INBTI).
Houtzdale Man to Stand Trial for Allegedly Choking 9-Year-Old Son
CLEARFIELD – A father has been accused of choking his son because he was taking too long to get ready for school.
Rothrock Waives Hearing for Allegedly Having Sex with Intoxicated Teen
CLEARFIELD – A 20-year-old Glen Richey man, Harley S. Rothrock, has been accused of having sex with a 14-year-old girl while she was intoxicated.
Tourism Authority Adopts 2018 Budget
CLEARFIELD – A budget was adopted by the Clearfield County Recreation and Tourism Authority for the 2018 fiscal year during Wednesday’s meeting.
Clearfield Borough Solicitor, Operations Manager Address Tax Issue
CLEARFIELD – An issue with tax funds is being addressed in Clearfield Borough.
Continental Carbonic is Open for Business
CLEARFIELD – After months of anticipation, the new Continental Carbonic facility is up and running in Clearfield Borough.
BREAKING: Clearfield Police Seeking Public’s Assistance in $40K Jewelry Theft
CLEARFIELD – Clearfield Borough police are currently attempting to identify suspects who were allegedly involved with the theft of approximately $40,000 worth of jewels from Zalno Jewelers.
Former Coalport Man Convicted of Murder Three Times is Asking for a New Trial
CLEARFIELD – A former Coalport man convicted three times for the murder of a classmate is asking for a new trial.
