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.
Big Brothers Big Sisters to Host Signature Fundraiser, Bowl for Kids’ Sake, this Spring
Mardi Gras might be in February, but Big Brothers Big Sisters of Clearfield County is keeping the party going all spring with Bowl for Kids’ Sake 2018.
Polar Bear Swim Benefits Clearfield YMCA
PENFIELD – Is a polar bear swim on your bucket list?
Downtown Clearfield Sportsmen’s Day is March 17
CLEARFIELD – A downtown Clearfield Sportsmen’s Day will be held from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. March 17.
Wallaceton Woman Wanted for Failure to Appear for Preliminary Hearing
CLEARFIELD – A 25-year-old Wallaceton woman, Tiffany Walk, is wanted for failure to appear for her preliminary hearing Jan. 3, according to District Attorney William A. Shaw Jr.
Two Men Accused of Stealing $4,700 Worth of Wedding Gifts from Storage Unit
DUBOIS – Two men have been accused of stealing $4,700 worth of wedding gifts from a storage unit.
Clearfield Man Pleads Guilty to Fighting with Police after Leaving Hospital
CLEARFIELD – A Clearfield man accused of fighting with police after leaving an area hospital pleaded guilty Monday in Clearfield County Court.
Tangled Salon Holds Grand Opening with Ribbon-Cutting
CLEARFIELD – Tangled Salon held its grand opening celebration with a ribbon-cutting Friday in downtown Clearfield.
Clearfield Man Will Spend Up to 18 Years in State Prison for Setting Apartment Fire
CLEARFIELD – A Clearfield man accused of setting his apartment on fire will be spending up to 18 years in state prison.
Clearfield Commissioners Hold Brief Meeting
CLEARFIELD – The Clearfield County Commissioners held a brief meeting Tuesday morning.
Governor Wolf Declares Heroin and Opioid Epidemic a Statewide Disaster Emergency
HARRISBURG – Today, Gov. Tom Wolf took another step forward in bolstering the fight against heroin and opioid addiction by signing a statewide disaster declaration to enhance state response, increase access to treatment and save lives.
Tourism Board Confirms Officers, Hears Update from Director
CLEARFIELD – The first meeting of the Clearfield County Recreation and Tourism Authority kicked off yesterday with confirmation of the decision made last month to retain the officers with Terri Cunkle as chairwoman, Susan Williams as vice chairwoman and Bonnie Robinson Harper as secretary/treasurer.
Miller Waives Hearing in Terroristic Threats Case
CLEARFIELD – A 23-year-old Beccaria man, Brian James Miller, has been accused of threatening his ex-girlfriend.
HARRISBURG – As part of an ongoing crackdown on doctors and medical staff whose actions are fueling the opioid epidemic, Attorney General Josh Shapiro today announced felony charges against a local physician.
Inmate Population Tops Prison Board Meeting
CLEARFIELD – The number of inmates housed at the Clearfield County Jail continues to be a concern discussed at the Clearfield County Prison Board meetings.
CCCTC Employee’s Whistleblower Lawsuit Discussed in Court
CLEARFIELD – A former employee has filed a whistleblower lawsuit against the Clearfield County Career & Technology Center.