July 2016

In this image released by Universal Pictures, Matt Damon appears in a scene from "Jason Bourne." (AP)

Entertainment July 31, 2016

‘Jason Bourne’ wins with $60 million, ‘Bad Moms’ scores

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Between the return of Matt Damon as super spy “Jason Bourne,” the promise of laughing along with a few fed-up ladies…

Police / Fire July 31, 2016

Attempted Burglary

World July 31, 2016

1 winning ticket sold in $487 million Powerball jackpot

DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — Powerball officials say one ticket sold in New Hampshire matches all six numbers in the Powerball drawing worth $487 million….

In this undated image released by HBO, Lena Headey appears in a scene from "Game of Thrones." (AP)

Entertainment July 31, 2016

‘Game of Thrones’ to end after season 8, but 7th still ahead

BEVERLY HILLS, California (AP) — HBO has confirmed what “Game of Thrones” fans never wanted to hear: The fantasy-thriller phenomenon will be coming to an…

Front Page July 31, 2016

Postal worker comes to man’s aid

A postal worker freed a Sugarcreek man’s leg Friday afternoon after the leg became trapped under a vehicle while the man was trying to change…

Police / Fire July 31, 2016

Irwin Twp. Crash

Around The County July 31, 2016

Work to begin on Route 268 in Venango County

From staff reports Work will begin next week on a section of Route 268 in southern Venango County, according to PennDOT. The project will improve…

Athletic trainers Ben Potenziano, (L), and Todd Tomczyk, (R), help Pittsburgh Pirates starting pitcher Jameson Taillon (50) to sit up in the second inning of a in a baseball game against the Milwaukee Brewers in Pittsburgh, Tuesday, July 19, 2016. Taillon was hit by a ball off the bat of Herman Perez, but stayed in the game. (AP)

Sports July 31, 2016

Taillon throws 6 solid innings, but Bucs fall to Brewers 5-3

MILWAUKEE (AP) — Pirates manager Clint Hurdle had a lot to like about Pittsburgh’s Jameson Taillon. Taillon allowed two runs on six hits over six…

Front Page July 30, 2016

Clarion plans 175-year anniversary

By SAMANTHA BEAL Staff writer CLARION – Clarion Borough turned 175 years old in April, and the town will celebrate its milestone with a multi-faceted event…

Around The County July 30, 2016

Reservations still being accepted for survivor picnic

From staff reports Reservations are still being accepted for UPMC Northwest’s cancer survivor picnic on Wednesday, Aug. 10. The picnic is open to all cancer…

An adult alligator gar awaits placement into a transportation tank at the Private John Allen National Fish Hatchery in Tupelo, Miss. (AP)

World July 30, 2016

Huge, once-hated fish now seen as weapon against Asian carp

CHICAGO (AP) – It’s a toothy giant that can grow longer than a horse and heavier than a refrigerator, a fearsome-looking prehistoric fish that plied…

Milwaukee's Chris Carter (right) is congratulated after blasting a two-run home run on Friday. (AP)

Sports July 30, 2016

Bucs’ troubles at Miller Park continue

MILWAUKEE (AP) – Junior Guerra limited Pittsburgh to four hits over 8 2/3 strong innings, Chris Carter hit a two-run home run and the Milwaukee…

In this Feb. 4, 2007 file photo, Prince performs during the halftime show at the Super Bowl XLI football game at Dolphin Stadium in Miami. (AP)

Entertainment July 30, 2016

Court order narrows Prince’s potential heirs to 6

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — A Minnesota judge overseeing Prince’s estate narrowed down the wide pool of potential heirs for the late superstar’s fortune on Friday, ruling…