All information contained in the following police reports is taken directly from official state police releases, unless otherwise noted. Home entered BEAVER TWP. – Tpr. Robert S. Hageter Jr. reports someone forced their way into the home of a 24-year-old Knox RD man sometime between 12:30 and 1 p.m. along Richard Lane in Beaver Township. More...

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FOXBURG – In the picturesque Borough of Foxburg, the breathtaking leaves and natural beauty of the Allegheny River awaits visitors during the 6th annual Fall, Art, Wine and Food Festival. The event will be held Sunday, Oct. 11. More...

RIMERSBURG –Rimersburg Elementary teacher, Sue Dougherty and Sligo Elementary teacher, Jennifer Monnoyer where selected as “Teachers of the Year 2008-2009.” The award was originated by the elementary school principal, Jean McCleary. More...

In response to Scott Ion’s challenge to produce a candidate who believes in an effective government (“Rehashing campaign rhetoric” CLARION NEWS, Sept, 24) I will refer him to any Libertarian Party candidate on the ballot. More...

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A few years after I was born, my dad met a stranger who was new to our small town. From the beginning, Dad was fascinated with this enchanting newcomer and soon invited him to live with our family. The stranger was quickly accepted and was around from then on. More...

PITTSBURGH – Doris Ann Crooks Purinton, 83, of Clarion, went peacefully to be with her Lord Monday night, October 5, 2009, at UPMC Presbyterian Hospital in Pittsburgh. Born May 1, 1926, in Grove City, she was the daughter of James and Anna Over Crooks. More...