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State officials impressed by Clarion park plans, progress

3 weeks ago | thecourierexpress.com | Ron Wilshire

CLARION – The Clarion Blueprint Community warmly welcomed Rick Vilello, deputy secretary for Community Affairs and Development at the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED), along with Kelsey Dermerlis, director of the Neighborhood Assistance Program (NAP), during their visit to Second Avenue Park in Clarion on May 20.
Local Roots, National Reach: Andrew Harbaugh Thrives as a Remote Sports Journalist in Clarion

3 weeks ago | exploreclarion.com | Ron Wilshire

CLARION, Pa. (EYT) – Andrew Harbaugh, living in Clarion Borough, seamlessly blends his personal life with a vibrant professional career covering Minnesota and Tampa Bay sports, all from the comfort of his home. This phenomenon is part of a burgeoning remote work trend that showcases an increasing number of professionals opting to harness digital technologies, allowing them to thrive in rural settings.
County seeks funds to improve Brady's Bend Overlook

3 weeks ago | thecourierexpress.com | Ron Wilshire

EAST BRADY – The Clarion County Commissioners are seeking $249,000 in funding from the state’s Greenways, Trails and Recreation Program to overhaul and elevate the iconic Brady’s Bend Overlook.
Clarion County advances courthouse repair project

4 weeks ago | thecourierexpress.com | Ron Wilshire

CLARION – Clarion County officials approved a $3.5 million line of credit with Farmers National Bank of Canfield on Tuesday morning to assist in financing the county’s ongoing courthouse renovation program. The two-year line of credit will carry an interest rate of 5.8 percent and will be repaid from various grants once the project is completed. Commissioners Wayne Brosius, Ted Tharan and Braxton White unanimously approved the ordinance. “We’re not really borrowing $3.5 million,” explained Brosius.
Wolf's Corners Fairgrounds Seeks Funding for Major Upgrades

4 weeks ago | exploreclarion.com | Ron Wilshire

FRILLS CORNERS, Pa. (EYT) – The Wolf’s Corners Fair Association in Washington Township is seeking approval for a Neighborhood Assistance Program (NAP) to secure tax credits for essential improvements to its historic fairgrounds. Similar to the funding received for the Second Avenue Park Project in Clarion, the Fair Association, a registered 501(c)(3) organization, could receive tax credit contributions to support the Fairground Rural Community Hub Initiative.
Clarion County advances courthouse repair project

1 month ago | thecourierexpress.com | Ron Wilshire

CLARION – Clarion County officials approved a $3.5 million line of credit with Farmers National Bank of Canfield on Tuesday morning to assist in financing the county’s ongoing courthouse renovation program. The two-year line of credit will carry an interest rate of 5.8 percent and will be repaid from various grants once the project is completed. Commissioners Wayne Brosius, Ted Tharan and Braxton White unanimously approved the ordinance. “We’re not really borrowing $3.5 million,” explained Brosius.
County advances courthouse repair project

1 month ago | thecourierexpress.com | Ron Wilshire

CLARION – Clarion County officials approved a $3.5 million line of credit with Farmers National Bank of Canfield on Tuesday morning to assist in financing the county’s ongoing courthouse renovation program. The two-year line of credit will carry an interest rate of 5.8 percent and will be repaid from various grants once the project is completed. Commissioners Wayne Brosius, Ted Tharan and Braxton White unanimously approved the ordinance. “We’re not really borrowing $3.5 million,” explained Brosius.
Clarion County Secures $3.5M Line of Credit for Courthouse Renovations

1 month ago | exploreclarion.com | Ron Wilshire

CLARION, Pa. (EYT) – Clarion County approved a $3.5 million line of credit with Farmers National Bank of Canfield on Tuesday morning to assist in financing its ongoing courthouse renovation program. The two-year line of credit will carry an interest rate of 5.8 percent and will be repaid from various grants once the project is completed. Commissioners Wayne Brosius, Ted Tharan, and Braxton White unanimously approved the ordinance. “We’re not really borrowing $3.5 million,” Brosius explained.
A Year of Remembrance: Clarion County Honors 100 Fallen Veterans

1 month ago | exploreclarion.com | Ron Wilshire

Published May 26, 2025 7:30 amLast Updated: May 26, 2025 7:36 amCLARION COUNTY, Pa. (EYT) – Approximately 100 Clarion County military service veterans passed away between April 26, 2024, and April 26, 2025, according to Clarion County Director of Veteran Affairs Rodney L. Sherman. The Veterans Affairs office tracks the passing of county veterans and releases the tally each year before Memorial Day.
State Officials Awed at Second Avenue Plans and Progress

1 month ago | exploreclarion.com | Ron Wilshire

CLARION, Pa. (EYT) – The Clarion Blueprint Community warmly welcomed Rick Vilello, Deputy Secretary for Community Affairs and Development at the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED), along with Kelsey Dermerlis, Director of the Neighborhood Assistance Program (NAP), during their visit to 2nd Avenue Park on Tuesday, May 20, 2025.