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Fair Exhibit Entries Being Accepted
CLEARFIELD - Got a knack for baking, needlework, gardening, photography or art?
Clearfield County residents are invited to enter their items for show at the Clearfield County Fair. There are many departments in which one can enter including Livestock, Vegetables, Fruits & Nuts, Home & Dairy, Floral, Needlecraft and Arts, Crafts & Photography.
Let’s not forget about the PA Preferred Baking, Angel Food and Blue Ribbon Apple Pie Contest. The Culinary Contest [more]
Judge Denies Sentencing Motion in Bank Robber’s Case
CLEARFIELD - The state prison sentence of a two-time bank robber was discussed during Tuesday’s motions court in Clearfield County.
In April, Kevin Bundy, 22, pleaded guilty to robbery, criminal conspiracy, terroristic threats and simple assault in two cases. He was sentenced by Judge Paul Cherry to a total of 10 years to 30 years in state prison. This sentence will run consecutive to any other sentences.
His attorney, Douglas Campbell, told [more]
Judge Denies Sentencing Motion in Molestation Case
CLEARFIELD - A DuBois man who is serving a lengthy state prison sentence for molesting a 10-year-old girl is asking a judge to reconsider his sentence.
Karl Porter, 40, 644 Treasure Lake, DuBois, pleaded guilty in April to 12 counts of aggravated indecent assault of a child and was sentenced by Judge Paul Cherry to a total of 10 to 40 years in state prison.
His attorney, Curtis Irwin, asked Cherry to [more]
CRC Announces Main Street Manager’s Resignation
CLEARFIELD - The Clearfield Revitalization Corp., (CRC) has announced the resignation of Main Street Manager Kellie Swales. The CRC is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization, which administers the Main Street Program in downtown Clearfield.
"On behalf of the board of directors of the Clearfield Revitalization Corp., we thank Kellie Swales for her service as Main Street Manager and wish her the best in her new position. The CRC looks forward to working [more]
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Local News »DEP Issues Drilling Permit to Flatirons, Requires Protection of Aquifer
MEADVILLE - The Department of Environmental Protection announced today that it is issuing a drilling permit for Flatirons Development LLC in Snyder Township, Jefferson County. The original permit expired in December 2011. “DEP conducted a detailed and comprehensive review of the Flatirons’ application,”...
May 24, 2013 at 3:47 PM by Gant Team · Leave a Comment
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Blue Jays’ J.A. Happ may return from head injury in early July
Toronto Blue Jays’ J.A. Happ is eligible to return by early July from skull fracture, contusions that required stitches and a sprained right knee suffered when he was hit by a line drive earlier this month. He was hoping for a mid-June return but the Blue Jays moved Happ from the 15-day disa...
May 24, 2013 at 3:46 PM by AHN · Leave a Comment
National Sports »
Ex-coach Charlie Weis’ Notre Dame buyout may near $19M
Kansas coach Charlie Weis received a buyout payment of $2,054,744 from Notre Dame in 2011 as part of the agreement for his 2009 firing. That gives the former Notre Dame coach more compensation from the school in 2011 than current Notre Dame coach Brian Kelly, who received $1,088,179 from the school...
May 24, 2013 at 3:44 PM by AHN · Leave a Comment
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Police Report: DuBois PSP
An incident of harassment occurred Friday at the Jeff Tech school where a 15-year-old boy allegedly punched another 15-year-old boy in the head. Charges were filed against the accused. Read More →
May 24, 2013 at 3:41 PM by Gant Team · Leave a Comment
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Detour Starts in mid-June for New Millport Bridge Replacement
CLEARFIELD - On behalf of Gov. Tom Corbett, PennDOT has announced that work to replace a bridge on Route 2012 (Douglas Road/Old Station Road) in Clearfield County will get under way on Tuesday. Replacing the bridge will provide area travelers with a smoother, safer ride over a modern structure. The bridge...
May 24, 2013 at 3:07 PM by Gant Team · Leave a Comment
Obituaries »
Obituary Notice: Leo John Klebacha
Leo John Klebacha, 92, of DuBois died Friday, May 24, 2013 at his home. Born March 7, 1921 in Winslow Township, Jefferson County, he was the son of the late Joseph and Catherine (Mroczka) Klebacha. A veteran of World War II, he was a corporal in the U.S. Army, where he was awarded the Purple Heart. He...
May 24, 2013 at 3:03 PM by Gant Team · Leave a Comment
National Sports »
Pacers’ Roy Hibbert disses Heat’s Battier for ‘dirty’ play
Indiana Pacers center Roy Hibbert accused Miami Heat forward Shane Battier at Twitter of dirty play in the Heat’s 103-102 Game 1 overtime victory Wednesday. Battier extended his knee against the defending Hibbert’s groin area as he drove to the rim in a first quarter play. Hibbert ended up ...
May 24, 2013 at 1:31 PM by AHN · Leave a Comment
National Sports »
Legendary goalie Patrick Roy returns to Avalanche as coach
The Colorado Avalanche has tapped Patrick Jacques Roy to be their coach and vice president of hockey operations. With the appointment, Roy becomes the first Hall of Fame goalie to coach an NHL team and the Avalanche’s sixth coach in team history. Avalanche executive vice president of hockey ...
May 24, 2013 at 1:27 PM by AHN · Leave a Comment
National Sports »
Pacers’ Paul George admits defensive lapse on LeBron in Game 1
While they prepare for Game 2, Indiana Pacers forward Paul George and center Roy Hibbert reflected on their individual mistakes that led to Miami’s victory in the opener of the Eastern Conference finals. George admitted that he had a defensive lapse by not forcing LeBron James to take a contes...
May 24, 2013 at 1:23 PM by AHN · Leave a Comment
National Sports »
Stayin’ Alive: Rangers travel to Beantown for series’ game five
Rookie Chris Kreider tipped in a cross-ice feed from Rick Nash in overtime to lift the New York Rangers over the Boston Bruins, 4-3, in Game 4 of the Eastern Conference semifinal at the Madison Square Garden, The Rangers played with a slightly revamped lineup, with Kris Newbury, Micheal Haley and Roman ...
May 24, 2013 at 1:20 PM by AHN · Leave a Comment
National Sports »
‘Boys tackle Josh Brent remains free as judge rejects motion to revoke bail
A judge has rejected a motion by prosecutors to revoke the $100,000 bond of Dallas Cowboys defensive tackle Josh Brent due to problems with alcohol monitoring, keeping him free while awaiting trial for intoxication manslaughter. However, judge Robert Burns ordered a second form of monitoring to take brea...
May 24, 2013 at 1:13 PM by AHN · Leave a Comment
Crime »
Judge Denies Sentencing Motion in Bank Robber’s Case
Kevin Alan Bundy (Provided photo) CLEARFIELD – The state prison sentence of a two-time bank robber was discussed during Tuesday’s motions court in Clearfield County. In April, Kevin Bundy, 22, pleaded guilty to robbery, criminal conspiracy, terroristic threats and simple assault in two cases....
May 24, 2013 at 1:00 PM by Julie Rae Rickard · Leave a Comment
National Sports »
Several celebrities spotted enjoying NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs
Several celebrities have been spotted supporting their respective teams in the NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs. Tom Cruise, producer Jerry Bruckheimer and director Jason Reitman were among those who cheered as Los Angeles Kings blank the San Jose Sharks, 3-0, Thursday at Staples Center. Cruise, Bruckheim...
May 24, 2013 at 12:55 PM by AHN · Leave a Comment
National News »
Bausch & Lomb Inc. may be sold to Valeant Pharmaceuticals for $9B
Bausch & Lomb Inc. is close to reaching a deal that will sell itself to Valeant Pharmaceuticals International Inc. for $9bn, according to sources with knowledge of the negotiations. These people also said that a deal could be reached as early as next week, although added that talks are ongoing ...
May 24, 2013 at 12:53 PM by AHN · Leave a Comment
National Sports »
Eagles’ Michael Vick declares he’s NFL’s fastest quarterback
Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Michael Vick declared that he’s the NFL’s fastest quarterback, having more open-field speed than Washington Redskins’ Robert Griffin III or Colin Kaepernick of the San Francisco 49ers. “These guys are young and they’re fast and they’re...
May 24, 2013 at 12:39 PM by AHN · Leave a Comment
Business News »
Demining on hold in Senegal’s Casamance Region due to hostage situation
“The MFDC considers that CNAMS has reached a red line beyond which the security of deminers cannot be guaranteed. MFDC considers demining in Casmance to be dependent on the peace process.” Meanwhile, over 1,000 people participated in a silent march through the streets of Ziguinchor on...
May 24, 2013 at 11:30 AM by AHN · Leave a Comment
Local News »
PHOTO: Fawns
GantDaily.com reader Allen Bickel captured these young fawns Thursday near Hyde. Read More →
May 24, 2013 at 11:27 AM by Gant Team · Leave a Comment
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Police Report: Sandy Township
The Petco manager reported Wednesday that an employee had been ringing fake returns. The investigation is ongoing at this time. A vehicle driven by a 59-year-old Treasure Lake man rear-ended a vehicle driven by a 62-year-old Treasure Lake man while they were both attempting to pull onto state Route...
May 24, 2013 at 11:09 AM by Gant Team · Leave a Comment
PSU Sports News »
Defending Big Ten champion women’s volleyball announces 2013 schedule
Coming off its 15th Big Ten championship overall and a 33-3 record in 2012, the Penn State’s women’s volleyball team is looking forward to another strong campaign in 2013 and Thursday (May 23) announced it’s schedule for the upcoming season. Russ Rose and his squad host two tournaments...
May 24, 2013 at 11:01 AM by PSU Sports News Feed · Leave a Comment
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Former Lady Lion Gizelle Studevent authors book
Former Penn State Lady Lion Gizelle Studevent (La Jolla, Calif.) has added the title of author to her resume with the printing of her book “Bridges,” which is on sale now at Amazon.com. The 278-page book was written during Studevent’s time at Penn State and shares her personal journey...
May 24, 2013 at 11:01 AM by PSU Sports News Feed · Leave a Comment
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