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.
Vicary Crowned Clearfield County Fair Queen
CLEARFIELD – Jayna Vicary, 18, of Curwensville was crowned fair queen Sunday during the 30th annual competition on the opening day of the 158th Clearfield County Fair.
Youth Learn Service, Compassion on Mission Trip
Over eight hours from home, a group of young people from DuBois learned about service and compassion for others. The trip’s initial impact is inspiring three of them to continue this effort at home.
PHOTO SLIDESHOW: Clearfield County Fair Parade
CLEARFIELD – On Monday evening, the rain cleared and crowds lined the streets to take part in a Clearfield County Fair tradition – the fireman’s parade. All photos are by GANT News photojournalist Steven McDole.
Clearfield County Fair Parade Winners Announced
CLEARFIELD – Winners have been announced from the Clearfield County Fair Fireman’s Parade.
PHOTO SLIDESHOW: Aerial Views from Clearfield County Fair Parade, Fireworks Display
JUST IN: Clearfield Man Jailed for Leading State Police on High-speed Pursuit
CLEARFIELD – A Clearfield man has been jailed after reportedly leading state police on a high-speed pursuit Tuesday afternoon.
CLEARFIELD – Local Christian music band, Heavenbound, performed on the grandstand stage Tuesday night at the 158th Clearfield County Fair. The band opened for the concert’s headliner, Tenth Avenue North.
Garage Fire Under Investigation
GOSHEN – The investigation is continuing into what caused a garage to catch fire Tuesday night in Goshen.
Cresco Yeltrah Delivers a Dozen Strains of Dry Leaf Medical Marijuana to Pennsylvania Dispensaries
PITTSBURGH – Cresco Yeltrah delivered a dozen different strains of the dry leaf form of medical marijuana to Pennsylvania dispensaries this week in preparation for Wednesday’s launch of this form of the medicine.
Throwback Thursday: 1914 Alley Popper Train Wreck
The Altoona and Philipsburg branch of the Pittsburgh and Susquehanna Railroad was founded and installed in 1894 to haul coal and local passengers.
Howell Waives Hearing in Sexual Assault Case
CLEARFIELD – A Clearfield man has been accused of sexually assaulting a young girl.
Houtzdale Couple Accused of Torturing 6 Adopted Children Waives Hearings
CLEARFIELD – A Houtzdale couple is facing criminal charges after being accused of physically and emotionally torturing their six adopted children for several years.
Country Music’s Kane Brown Performs for Sold-out Crowd at Clearfield Fair
CLEARFIELD – Sold out. Fans scarfed up all the tickets to see country music’s Kane Brown, who performed along with Smithfield & Brandon Lay at the grandstand Wednesday night at the 158th Clearfield County Fair. All photos are by GANT News correspondent Dustin Parks.
Philipsburg Man Accused of Sending Obscene Picture, Video to Teen Waives Hearing
CLEARFIELD – A Philipsburg man has been accused of sending an obscene picture and video of himself to a teenage girl on social media.
Southern Airways Announces Passenger Traffic Milestones in DuBois and Johnstown
Memphis, TENN. — Southern Airways, which has been the operator of the air service in DuBois and Johnstown since taking over for Silver Airways in 2017, has posted the highest monthly passenger counts at both airports in its tenure.
