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Donald Trump on Wednesday applauded his running mate Mike Pence’s performance in the vice presidential debate — and also looked to take some credit for Pence’s well-received performance. “Mike Pence did an incredible job and I’m getting a lot of credit because this was my so-called first choice, that was my first hire as we […]

Hurricane Matthew took aim at the Bahamas on Wednesday after leaving behind a trail of death and destruction in Haiti. At least 13 people died from Matthew’s wrath in Haiti, the Dominican Republic and St. Vincent and the Grenadines, officials said. The devastation was especially brutal in southern Haiti, where winds of 125 mph (200 […]

A wedding is always a special event. But for Kinsey French, it was truly extraordinary. French, of Louisville, Kentucky, has been teaching children with Down syndrome for the past three years at the Christian Academy’s Providence School. She’s deeply fond of her students. French’s now-husband, Josh, even proposed to her in front of her class, […]

Here is a list of incidents of random elementary, middle and high school (excludes colleges and universities) violence with fatalities, from 1927 to the present. This list does NOT include suicides, gang related incidents, or deaths resulting from interpersonal conflicts. US Timeline (selected only): September 28, 2016 – Townville Elementary School – Greenville, South Carolina. […]

President Barack Obama held up the formal ratification of a climate agreement on Wednesday as a sign that influential countries of the world — and particularly, the United States and China — are serious about cooperating in order to reduce emissions. Speaking formally from the Rose Garden, Obama touted the Paris Agreement, which was struck […]

Fans of “Gilmore Girls” got an extra perk with their morning coffee Wednesday. More than 200 coffee shops across the country transformed into replicas of Luke’s Diner, the show’s familiar eatery, to promote the series’ Netflix revival this fall. The day also marked the 16th anniversary of the show’s premiere. Those craving all things Gilmore […]

They say that all that glitters isn’t gold. But maybe that phrase needs to be changed? Gold hasn’t done much glittering lately. The price of gold fell below $1,300 an ounce earlier this week. It’s the first time the yellow metal has traded below that level since the Brexit vote in June shocked global markets. […]

It just had to be clowns, didn’t it? We couldn’t indulge in some good old-fashioned nationwide panic about, say, zombies or sexy teenage vampires. Nope, it had to be clowns and it had to be mere weeks before Halloween. Thanks, America. This is just great. Unless you’ve been hiding under a rainbow novelty wig, you […]

Hurricane Matthew likely won’t strike the US for another day — but after seeing its deadly, devastating impact on Haiti, authorities are urging residents to get ready. “I cannot emphasize enough that everyone in our state must prepare now for a direct hit,” Florida Gov. Rick Scott said Wednesday. “That means people have less than […]

UK pop star Robbie Williams has upset listeners in Russia with his latest song, which satirizes the hedonistic lifestyles of Russian oligarchs. The song, “Party like a Russian,” features lyrics about Russian nesting “dolls,” unsmiling, super-rich kleptocrats who indulge in vodka and the drug MDMA, and thugs who settle disputes by putting “the boots in.” […]

[Breaking news update at 11:27 a.m. ET] Hurricane Matthew could make landfall in the United States on Friday morning on Florida’s east coast, CNN meteorologist Dave Hennen said. [Previous story, published at 11:05 a.m.] Hurricane Matthew likely won’t strike the US for another day — but after seeing its deadly, devastating impact on Haiti, authorities […]

[Breaking news update at 11:06 a.m. ET] More than 30 houses were washed away by the storm surge caused by Hurricane Matthew in the northeastern Cuban seaside town of Baracoa, the site where Christopher Columbus first landed in the Americas, a resident in the town said. [Breaking news update at 10:57 a.m. ET] Five people […]

Two police officers were stabbed in the Brussels district of Schaarbeek on Wednesday, a Federal Prosecutor’s Office spokesman said. The stabbings are being treated as a suspected terror attack, the spokesperson told CNN. The officers are “not in life threatening condition,” the office told CNN. The city remains on a high terror alert at level […]

CLEARFIELD – Supervisor Bill Lawhead presented the supervisors and solicitor with documents relating to the proposed consolidation of Lawrence Township and Clearfield Borough during last night’s township meeting. The documents include draft copies of the charter and the joint agreement. The borough and township formed a committee to consider a consolidation. Both the township and […]

State police at DuBois State police reported that Andrew Thomas James Pyne failed to register as required by Megan’s Law. A warrant has been issued for his arrest. Anyone with information is asked to contact the state police at DuBois at 814-371-4652. State police reported a DUI/drug possession incident that occurred Wednesday on U.S. Route […]

A year ago this month, Hurricane Joaquin slammed into El Faro, sinking the cargo ship and killing all 33 people aboard. Its replacement, Isla Bella, could travel the same route this week despite the looming Hurricane Matthew — if its captain does not foresee any risks. Tote Marine, which operates the Isla Bella, said it’s […]

The race for control of the Senate is exceedingly close — so much so that there’s a distinct possibility of a split chamber for the first time since 2001. Democrats need four pick-ups to win the Senate if Hillary Clinton wins the White House — five seats if Donald Trump wins since the vice president […]

1. Gold drop: Gold prices are steadier Wednesday, after sliding more than 3% Tuesday in the biggest one-day drop since 2013. “Hawkish speeches from central bankers and a strong U.S. dollar saw investors cash out on a strong yearly performance from the precious metal,” said Naeem Aslam, chief market analyst at ThinkMarkets. Analysts said markets […]

As children, the Berisha brothers would imagine which of the world’s biggest football clubs they would play for, and bring their dreams to life on the school playground. Little did they know then that, as adults, they would sit together deep in thought, pondering which nation they would represent. The son of Kosovar-Albanian immigrants, but […]

CLEARFIELD – Turnover continues to plague the Clearfield County Recreation and Tourism Authority board from which six people have resigned over the course of the past few months. At Tuesday’s workshop meeting, the Clearfield County Commissioners voted to accept the resignations submitted by Kenn Starr and Izen Lingenfelter. “We certainly want to thank both gentlemen […]

EMMITSBURG, Md. – The 35th annual National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Service will honor eight firefighters who died in the line of duty from Pennsylvania, including Jeffrey S. Buck of Clearfield. Buck is among the 79 firefighters who died in 2015 and 33 firefighters who died in previous years who will be remembered at the official […]

CLEARFIELD – A Morrisdale man who claimed to be a police officer while he flashed his gun at Wal-Mart employees pleaded guilty to impersonating a public servant Monday. Brooks M. Beveridge, 33, was sentenced by President Judge Fredric J. Ammerman to 18 months probation. He was ordered to have a mental health assessment and he […]

HARRISBURG – Secretary of State Pedro A. Cortés has reminded Pennsylvanians they have until Tuesday, Oct. 11, to register to vote in the November election. He encouraged citizens to take advantage of new registration options that are available. Eligible citizens have until Tuesday, October 11, to apply for a new voter registration or make changes to their existing […]

Elsie Louise Kroh, 99, of Curwensville died Friday, Sept. 30, 2016 at her residence. Born Feb. 15, 1917, she was the daughter of Neno and Catherine Louise (Durandetto) Durandetta. Mrs. Kroh was a registered nurse after having been a 1935 graduate of Curwensville High School and a 1938 graduate of the Philipsburg State General Hospital […]

DUBOIS – Advanced Disposal’s bid for Sandy Township waste pick-up was accepted by the supervisors at Monday night’s regular meeting. Advanced Disposal submitted the lone bid.  It was accepted by the supervisors with a 4-1 vote. Ed Yahner of Advanced Disposal attended the meeting to explain the services to be provided to Sandy Township. According […]