Category Archives: Local News

TWO VEHICLES COLLIDE NEAR YOUNG TOWNSHIP WALMART FRIDAY
The Punxsutawney fire companies responded to a two-vehicle crash Friday evening on the Walmart parking lot exit ramp to Route 119 South in Young Township. According to Saturday's Punxsutawney Spirit a...
Renda Media May 19, 2025

KARTHAUS MAN ACCUSED OF BREAKING INTO DRILLING RIG IN LAWRENCE TOWNSHIP
A 47 year-old Karthaus man, Jason Lee Hoover, will stand trial for allegedly breaking into a drilling rig in Lawrence Township to steal copper wire. He faces multiple felony and misdemeanor charges. P...
Renda Media May 19, 2025

KICK THE STIGMA KICKBALL TOURNAMENT HELD FOR MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS
DuBois hosted its third annual "Kick The Stigma" event, using a kickball tournament to raise awareness about mental health. The Courier Express reports, the daylong festival featured local organizatio...
Renda Media May 19, 2025

MUNICIPAL PRIMARY ELECTION TO BE HELD TUESDAY
The municipal primary election in Pennsylvania takes place tomorrow. Polls will be open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Voters in line by 8 p.m. will still be able to cast their ballots. As Pennsylvania holds a...
Renda Media May 19, 2025

CLARION WOMAN CHARGED AFTER DOMESTIC INCIDENT
A 29-year-old Clarion woman, Katlyn Chevon O'Laughlin, is facing assault charges after allegedly hitting her fianc during a domestic dispute on May 4 while their children were present. Police responde...
Renda Media May 15, 2025

RECREATIONAL MARIJUANA BILL VOTED DOWN IN STATE SENATE
A Pennsylvania Senate committee led by Republicans has voted down a Democratic proposal to sell recreational marijuana through state-owned stores. Though supportive of legalization, GOP Sen. Dan Laugh...
Renda Media May 15, 2025

JEFFERSON COUNTY MAN ACCUSED OF STORING DRUGS IN HOME
A Jefferson County man is facing a felony and multiple misdemeanors after allegedly overdosing on fentanyl and admitting to storing drugs in his home. ExploreJeffersonPa.Com reports, 35-year-old Andre...
Renda Media May 13, 2025

PSU FACING POTENTIAL CAMPUS CLOSURES
Penn State is facing potential closures of some Commonwealth campuses, a decision that may soon go to a trustee vote. During a recent court hearing, debate also centered on trustee Barry Fenchak, whos...
Renda Media May 13, 2025

CLEARFIELD COUNTY AREA AGENCY ON AGING SEEKING HELP
Clearfield County's Area Agency on Aging in Curwensville is seeking staff to support its "Meals on Wheels" program, which delivers meals and well-being checks to homebound seniors and people with disa...
Renda Media May 13, 2025

PENNDOT RELEASES THIS WEEK'S ROAD MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FOR JEFFERSON COUNTY
PennDOT has released the upcoming road maintenance schedule for this week, with various activities planned across Jefferson County. Motorists are advised to anticipate delays and plan alternate routes...
Renda Media May 13, 2025