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.
Former Philipsburg Man Convicted of Murder Has a Chance for Release
CLEARFIELD – A former Philipsburg man convicted of murder in 1988 now has a chance for release.
New Clearfield County Sheriff is Making Safety A Priority
CLEARFIELD – Safety and security are top priority for newly-elected Clearfield County Sheriff Michael Churner.
Suspect Arrested in Armed Robbery in Jay Twp.
JAY TOWNSHIP – A 48-year-old Jay Township man, Robert J. Wehner, was arrested after an alleged armed robbery Saturday night.
Sandy Twp. Police Issue Bulletin After Report About Suspicious Van in DuBois
DUBOIS – Local authorities have launched an investigation after a child was reportedly heard in “distress” inside a white-colored cargo panel van.
March Means Maple Sugaring at Parker Dam State Park
PENFIELD – March is maple sugaring season at Parker Dam Sate Park and you can come learn how real maple syrup is made.
Downtown Sportsmen’s Day is March 17
CLEARFIELD – Outdoor enthusiasts and sportsmen are invited to the second-ever Downtown Clearfield Sportsmen’s Day.
Anderson Gets Lengthy State Prison Sentence for Selling Cocaine
CLEARFIELD – A Madera man was given a lengthy state prison sentence for selling cocaine Monday in Clearfield County Court.
Fair Queen Court to Host Pittsburgh Steelers Footballers Basketball Game
CLEARFIELD – The Clearfield County Fair Queens for a Cause charity will be hosting a Pittsburgh Steelers Footballers Basketball Game against the Clearfield County All-Stars on Sunday, March 25, at 2 p.m., at the Clearfield Area Junior-Senior High School’s Bison Gymnasium. Doors will open at 1 p.m.
Clearfield Commissioners Seeking Opportunity Zone Designations
CLEARFIELD – The Clearfield County Commissioners are hoping to better the local business and investment climate.
DuBois Man Pleads Guilty to Stealing Pills from Nurse’s Station at Jail
CLEARFIELD – A DuBois man accused of stealing a controlled substance from the nurse’s station at the Clearfield County Jail pleaded guilty Monday in Clearfield County Court.
Lawrence Twp. Supers Discuss Several Items at Meeting
CLEARFIELD – Several items were discussed at Tuesday’s Lawrence Township Supervisor’s meeting, including police statistics, dirt and gravel road bids, laterals and summer hours for the road crew.
Droll Ordered to Resign as Boggs Twp. Supervisor
CLEARFIELD – A Boggs Township Supervisor accused of making unauthorized purchases was ordered to resign after he pleaded guilty Tuesday during sentencing court in Clearfield County.
Throwback Thursday: “Brotherhood of Italians” Lodge
The United Society of the Brotherhood (Fraternity) of Italians was first established in Philadelphia in 1867 when the Italian population was relatively small in Pennsylvania and in the United States.
Open Doors Program Raises Over $1 Million for Scholarships to Date
DUBOIS – An unprecedented 2:1 matching scholarship program offered by Penn State has generated $1,410,000, so far, for student scholarships.
Clearfield Borough: Tax Miscalculation is Paid in Full
CLEARFIELD – A tax miscalculation has been addressed between Clearfield Borough and Lawrence Township.
Prison Board Hears Concerns Regarding Operations of Clearfield County Jail
CLEARFIELD – During Thursday’s Prison Board meeting the board heard from a member of the public who has concerns regarding operations at the Clearfield County Jail.