A group of local volunteers traveled to Arlington Cemetery to participate in the nationwide ceremony “Wreaths Across America” on Dec. 14. They placed several wreaths on the graves of the fallen veterans located within the 624-acre cemetery. The participating volunteers were, front, from left, Dave Lindholm, Shawn Welsh, Bonnie Welsh, Julie Shoup, Jaycee Shoup; and, back, Lee Shoup and Rob Welsh. (Submitted photo)
Wreaths placed on military graves
Pet of the Day 01/10/25
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DOH alerts Pennsylvanians of recall of children’s jewelry set
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Clarion community pillars are keynote speakers at MLK breakfast
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Recent Deaths 01/10/25
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Pet of the Day 01/09/25
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Recent Deaths 01/09/25
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Starting Plants Indoors from Seed
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State police open hiring cycles for cadets, liquor enforcement officer trainees
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Nifty at 90: Polk area man going strong at 90
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Recent Deaths 01/04/25
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Pet of the Day 01/03/25
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Pet of the Day 12/31/24
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Pet of the Day 12/28/24
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Santa’s sleigh craft raises funds to aid veterans
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Franklin Floral expansion plans bloom
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