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Kiski Township man who snorted heroin before causing fatal head-on crash sent to prison
A Kiski Township man who was high on heroin when he crashed the car he was driving and killed his friend in 2022 will serve at least two years in state prison. Matthew Carlson, 36, was sentenced Tuesday in Allegheny County to 27 to 54 months after pleading guilty in April to homicide by vehicle, driving under the influence and reckless driving.
2024-25 Showcase Homes Player Profile: Maisy Post, North East
MAISY POST – SENIOR – NORTH EAST. Sports Played: Golf, basketball, softball, volleyball. Siblings: Maya, sister, 19. Does not play sports. Highlights: Softball: Catcher and 3B at NEHS; 3-year varsity starter and Letterwinner,. 2024: Second Team All-Region 3. 2023: .489 Batting Average, .963 Fielding Percentage, Offensive Player of...
Keeping It Classic: Parker Bakery Owes Success to Traditional Recipes, Farm-Fresh Ingredients
PARKER, Pa. — A bell jingles softly as you open the door to the 1850s farmhouse. The rustic hardwood floor creaks softly underfoot, and the smell of fresh coffee and made-from-scratch baked goods wraps around you like a warm blanket. Welcome to The Crow’s Cupboard, a small batch bakery,...
Two Rimersburg Women in Jail for Alleged Involvement in Overdose Death of Man in Clarion Borough
CLARION BOROUGH, Pa. (EYT) — Two Rimersburg women are behind bars for their alleged involvement in the overdose death of a man in Clarion Borough that occurred in April 2024. According to court documents, the Clarion Borough Police Department filed criminal charges against Rimersburg residents 35-year-old Kendra Marie McNaughton...
Clarion Volleyball: Golden Eagles Earn AVCA Team Academic Award
CLARION, Pa. — The American Volleyball Coaches Association (AVCA) announced their 2024 Team Academic Award award winners on Wednesday. The Golden Eagles volleyball team earned a spot on the list, highlighting another year of academic success for the program. To earn the AVCA Team Academic Award, a program must...
Local Man Accused of Fleeing Police Before Crashing Vehicle in Timblin Borough
TIMBLIN BOROUGH, Pa. (EYT) — A local man is accused of fleeing police before crashing the vehicle in Timblin Borough. According to court documents, Punxsutawney-based State Police filed criminal charges against 46-year-old Joshua Wayne Shaffer, of Timblin, in District Judge Jacqueline Mizerock’s office on June 10. According to...
Pet of the Day 07/17/24
Meet Rudy, a very sweet dog looking for a loving home! He is young, friendly, affectionate, playful, smart, curious, and brave, and loves giving kisses! Rudy is also a quick learner and very eager to please. He loves to play and run around and explore, but is also a total cuddle bug and enjoy a good snuggle on the couch! Rudy is an all-around great dog with a lot of love to give! He was estimated to be around 1 year old and is already neutered, vaccinated, and microchipped. He would like to meet any other dogs in the home prior to adoption. If Rudy sounds like a good fit for you, apply today!
Bridge Lit Fest to enjoy new space for its second year
The Bridge Lit Fest, previously known as the Wildcat Lit Fest, will take place on August 10 at the newly acquired Venango Campus, thanks to the Oil Region Alliance (ORA). This year’s festival will include expanded activities and staff, with writing workshops led by published professionals for writers aged 18 and older. New workshop genres like multi-genre and science fiction and fantasy worldbuilding will be introduced, alongside returning genres such as fiction, poetry, and nonfiction. The event will also feature book vendors, a book sale, meals, a plein air hike or bike ride, and an open mic session. Organizers hope to expand the festival into a two-day event in the future. Registration costs $65, with a reduced fee of $30 for college and trade school students.
Penn State Campuses Collaborating to Offer Sustainability Certificate Program
DUBOIS, Pa. — Penn State DuBois Continuing and Community Education is offering a new statewide workforce development certificate aimed at helping companies in all industries improve their knowledge and processes related to sustainability. This non-credit sustainability certificate program, that was developed in partnership with Penn State Scranton and Penn...
Gladys E. Fuller-Pounds
Gladys E. Fuller-Pounds, 98, passed away peacefully into the arms of her Lord on July 16, 2024, at Mulberry Square in Punxsutawney. Gladys was born January 22, 1926, in Tarentum, to Homer Cleveland Fuller and Freda Melinda Raybuck. She was a 1945 graduate of Punxsutawney High School. After graduation Gladys...
Punxsy Man Accused of Sexually Assaulting Young Girl Continues Hearing Tomorrow
JEFFERSON CO., Pa. (EYT) — A Punxsutawney man who is facing charges for allegedly sexually assaulting a young girl in Perry Township continues his hearing on Friday. According to court documents, a preliminary hearing for 40-year-old Patrick Alan Hughes, of Punxsutawney, that was scheduled for Wednesday, June 26, was continued and will resume on Friday, July 19, with District Judge Jacqueline J. Mizerock presiding.
John W. Griffin
He was born December 17, 1934, in Oil City, PA. John attended Oil City Schools. He was first married to Minnie Oakes and she preceded him in death; he later married Helen M. Beers Oakes and she also preceded him in death. John had worked as a sandblaster operator at...
Helen L. Meraglia
Helen L. Meraglia, 95, of Weedville and DuBois, passed away on Tuesday, July 16, 2024, at Christ the King Manor of DuBois, PA. A daughter of the late Paul and Victoria (Ciesielski) Skrzypek, she was born on August 31, 1928, in Force, PA. On July 2, 1949, she married Roger...
PennWest names transitional panel
PennWest University President Jon Anderson, who began his role on July 1, has announced the formation of a presidential transition committee composed of students, faculty, staff, alumni, and key stakeholders. This committee will gather insights and identify opportunities to shape priorities under Anderson’s leadership, enhancing engagement and access across the three PennWest campuses and western Pennsylvania communities. The committee includes members from various university sectors, such as academic affairs, finance, student affairs, enrollment management, university advocacy, human resources, trustees, students, athletic directors, alumni, faculty, and staff, representing the Clarion, California, and Edinboro campuses.
Recent Deaths 07/18/24
John W. Griffin, 89, of Seneca, passed away Wednesday, July 17, 2024. For complete obituaries, pick up a copy of The Derrick for this day or purchase this day’s electronic edition here. Electronic Edition subscribers to The Derrick may access obituaries once logged in to TheDerrick.com. If you forget your password, call (814) 676-7444.
A Former Patient’s Perspective — Quality Mental Health Treatment at Clarion Psychiatric Center
CLARION, Pa. — Clarion Psychiatric Center is committed to serving its patients and providing quality mental health treatment!. Don’t take it from them, take it from those who sought treatment through their services. Here is what a former patient said about their treatment at Clarion Psychiatric Center:. “I...
Ex accused of sexually assaulting DuBois woman
DUBOIS, Pa. (WTAJ) — A Brockway man is accused of sexually assaulting a woman he used to have a relationship with. Andrew Joseph Peters, 50, of Brockway was charged with two counts of felony aggravated indecent assault and misdemeanor indecent assault charges over an alleged incident that happened in June. The victim told DuBois police […]
Crash reported on Buchanan Trail East in Washington Township
WASHINGTON TOWNSHIP, Pa. — Police were called to a crash reported in Franklin County Tuesday morning. Video above: Headlines from WGAL News 8 Today. Crews responded to the 11100 block of Buchanan Trail East near Old Forge Road in Washington Township around 9 a.m. Franklin County dispatchers say the...
Tom Petty, CCR Tribute Bands Highlight Jefferson County Fair Today
BROOKVILLE, Pa. (EYT) — The Jefferson County Fair features Fortunate Son (CCR Tribute band) with Petty 45 (local Tom Petty Tribute band) on Wednesday at the Jefferson County Fairgrounds in Brookville. The fair runs until Saturday, July 20. Carnival rides and games will be opening at 5:00 p.m. on...
Callahan denies shooting at victim
Homicide suspect Jessica Lee Callahan testified Wednesday, July 17, that she fired a shotgun at a bush in her yard and not at the man she shot and killed with a shell containing buckshot. Callahan, 20, of Hilliards, testified on the third day of her trial in the March 20,...
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