Review: ‘A Star Is Born’ is dizzyingly wonderful
By LINDSEY BAHR, AP Film Writer It’s hard not to go into “A Star Is Born ” without a lot of prejudgments. Even if you…
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Clarion University honors six with Distinguished Awards
The Clarion Call report Clarion University On Friday, Oct. 5 The Alumni Association at Clarion University will be holding the 2018 Distinguished Awards Banquet. It…
Pet of the day 10/5/18
Barry is a handsome gray male kitten. He is current on vaccines and will be neutered. Barry can be found at Tri-County Animal Rescue Center.
Pan-roasted chicken breasts with shallot-thyme sauce
Servings: 4 Start to finish: 1 hour Chicken: 4 (12-ounce) bone-in split chicken breasts, trimmed, brined if desired Salt and pepper 1 tablespoon vegetable oil…
Pet of the day 10/4/18
Buster is a 2 year old, male, Beagle/Chi mix that was surrendered to the rescue with Zina ( a Rottweiler ) when their owner was…
Grown-Up Grilled Cheese with Cheddar and Shallot
Servings: 4 Start to finish: 30 minutes 7 ounces aged cheddar cheese, cut into 24 equal pieces, room temperature 2 ounces Brie cheese, rind removed…
Produce: What’s in season in October?
There’s nothing like the taste of fresh produce when it’s perfectly in season — an apple pulled straight from the tree or greens pulled right…
Pet of the day 10/3/18
Olee is a female, current on vaccines. Will be spayed. Available October 5th. You may apply for adoption now. She can be found at Tri-County…
Cranberry-sour cream pound cake
Servings: 8 Start to finish: 2 hours 30 minutes 5 large eggs, room temperature 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 1 3/4 cups (8 3/4 ounces) all-purpose…
University Art Gallery features Pittsburgh-based photographer
The Clarion Call report On Sept. 4, Clarion University’s art gallery started showcasing the work of Maranie Staab, a photographer that focuses on human rights…
What is all the buzz about the Social Equity Newsletter?
The Clarion Call report The goal of social equity is to have an inclusive environment that is used to build its intellectual strength and excellence…
Pet of the day 10/2/18
Name: Jack Breed: Terrier/ Mix Age: 2 years Gender: Male Size: Large Color: Black/ White Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Jack can be found at Venango…
Lasagna with ragu alla Bolognese
Servings: 10-12 Start to finish: 2 hours 14 curly-edged lasagna noodles 8 ounces (1 cup) cottage cheese 6 1/2 ounces Pecorino Romano cheese, grated (3¼…
New Rule Changes How VA Calculates Income for Need-based Benefits
Last week, VA published a final rule in the Federal Register that will establish a three-year look-back period when determining eligibility for income-based benefits, including pension with…
Pet of the day 10/1/18
Name: Huxley Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Age: 6 months Gender: Male Size: Small Color: Black/ White Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Huxley can be found at…
Baked ziti with sausage and broccoli rabe
Servings: 8 Start to finish: 1 hour 45 minutes (Active time 55 minutes) 1 pound broccoli rabe, trimmed and cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces Salt…
On The Move
Annemiek van Vleuten from the Netherlands competes as she wins the gold medal in the women’s individual time trial at the Road Cycling World Championships…
Review: Alaskan thriller ‘Hold the Dark’ is brutal and bleak
By LINDSEY BAHR, AP Film Writer The Alaska tourism board can’t be all that thrilled with Jeremy Saulnier’s “Hold the Dark ,” a grueling but…
Review: In ‘Colette,’ a literary great is finally unbound
By JAKE COYLE, AP Film Writer Wash Westmoreland’s “Colette” is a very British movie about a very French feminist icon. A handsome and lively period…
Pet of the day 9/28/18
Name: Duke Breed: Mixed Breed Gender: Male Size: Large Color: Black/ White Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Duke can be found at Venango County Humane Society.
One-pan chicken with kale and butternut squash
Servings: 4 Start to finish: 1 hour 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil 2 tablespoons minced fresh sage 2 teaspoons honey Salt and pepper 3/4 cup…
Clarion mourns loss of beloved colleague, professor and mentor
The Clarion Call report Clarion University Marilouise (Mel) Michel, 56, a longtime Clarion University professor suddenly passed away on Sunday, Sept. 24, 2018 from a…
Bi Visibility Day at Clarion University
The Clarion Call report Clarion University Clarion University Allies celebrated Bi Visibility Day on campus this past Sunday, Sept. 23. The celebration was an all-day…
Pet of the day 9/27/18
Name: Sugar Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Age: 1 year Gender: Female Size: Small Color: Black/ White Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Sugar can be found at…
Korean fried chicken tenders
30 minutes start to finish Serves 6 For the Sauce: 5 gloves garlic 1 ½ -inch piece peeled ginger 1/3 cup less-sodium soy sauce 2…
In the Garden with Kids – Seed Saving
It’s all about the birds and the bees when we’re talking plants. But that can be a difficult subject with kids though. Most plants want…
Pet of the day 9/26/18
Foster is a 7 year old, male German Shepherd surrendered to the rescue center by his owner. Foster is friendly, playful & affectionate. He is…
Cookies and Cream Donuts
Makes 6 donuts 11/2 teaspoons distilled white vinegar 1 cup gluten-free flour 1/4 cup unsweetened dark cocoa powder 1/2 teaspoon baking soda Pinch of salt…
Protection of the Pupils
By HANNAH NIEDERRITER & AMBER HOLT Student contributors With school back around the corner, new advancements are being implemented to ensure the Cranberry Area School…
University: Don’t be surprised by assistance animals on campus
The Clarion Call report Clarion University Getting back into the swing of the semester and getting involved around campus, students may notice some four-legged friends….
Pet of the day 9/25/18
Name: Jetsy Breed: Domestic Longhair Mix Age: 6 months Gender: Female Size: Small Color: Black/ Orange Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Jetsy can be found at…
Suicide Prevention Month aims to bring awareness, prevention
The Clarion Call report Clarion University According to The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, over 44,000 people commit suicide each year, or 123 deaths a…
Grilled swordfish steaks with salsa verde
Servings: 4 Start to finish: 1 hour Because of the shape and size of swordfish, individual steaks are quite large. This recipe serves four_or more,…
Pet of the day 9/24/18
Karma is a 2 year old, female, Beagle/Lab mix surrendered to the rescue center by her owner. They reported Karma is house trained, crate trained,…
New England fish chowder
Servings: 6-8 Start to finish: 1 hour 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 2 onions, cut into 1/2-inch dice 4 ounces salt pork, rind removed, rinsed, and…
VFW to Celebrate 119th Birthday Sept. 29
The Veterans Of Foreign Wars will celebrate their 119th year Saturday, Sept. 29. It was established by James C. Putnam on Sept 29, 1899, in Columbus, Ohio….
A Day in Pictures
The sun rises behind the U.S. Capitol in Washington at dawn Wednesday, Sept. 19. 2018. (AP Photo/J. David Ake)
Review: ‘Life Itself’ is star-studded, earnest but lacking
By LINDSEY BAHR, AP Film Writer Hallmark sentimentality, passionate defenses of Bob Dylan’s “Time Out of Mind” and horrific head traumas are thrown together in…
Review: ‘House With a Clock’ is a real time suck
By MARK KENNEDY, AP Entertainment Writer The 10-year-old hero at the center of the film “The House With a Clock in Its Walls” likes to…
Pet of the day 9/21/18
Name: Felix Breed: Domestic Medium Hair Mix Age: 5 months Gender: Male Size: Small Color: Orange Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Felix can be found at…
Confetti Coleslaw
Servings: 10-12 Start to finish: 4 hours (20 minutes active) 4 ounces diced pancetta or bacon 1 red cabbage (about 3 pounds) cored and shredded…
Study Abroad in Spain
The Clarion Call report Clarion University Clarion University will be offering a new study abroad program in Spain in the spring 2019 semester. This program…
Have a Business Idea? Enter Student Contest to Fund it
The Clarion Call report Clarion University The State System Business Plan Competition Committee is looking for students from State System schools who are interested in…
How to avoid electrical mishaps around the house
Accidents around the home happen. Some are minor and easily brushed off, while others can lead to serious injury or financial peril. Many accidents, even…
Pet of the day 9/20/18
Name: Ernie Breed: Basset Hound Mix Age: 6 years Gender: Male Size: Medium Color: Black/ Brown Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Ernie can be found at…
Spinach- and feta-stuffed chicken thighs
Servings: 4 Start to finish: 70 minutes 1 tablespoon unsalted butter 1/2 cup chopped onion 1 (10-ounce) package frozen spinach, thawed Kosher or coarse salt…
First-time campers and lessons learned and shared
Ever been hit square between the eyes with a blacksmith’s hammer? Me neither, fortunately. But I imagine it feels something like the breath-stealing punch to…
Pet of the day 9/19/18
Yertyl is an adorable tortoiseshell kitten. She is friendly and playful. She is current on vaccines and will be spayed. Yertyl can be found at…
Brown rice salad with asparagus and goat cheese
Servings: 6-8 Start to finish: 1 hour 15 minutes Brown Rice: 1 1/2 cups long-grain brown rice 2 teaspoons salt 2 teaspoons lemon juice Asparagus…
Peirce Planetarium
The Clarion Call report Clarion University Fifty years ago, the planetarium as we know it at Clarion University opened. It was named after Dr. Donald…