March 2021 – Page 10 – Connect FM | Local News Radio | Dubois, PA

Treasure Lake home destroyed by flue fire, no one injured

Thursday, March 11 by wcednews

Treasure Lake, PA – A Treasure Lake home was destroyed by fire, likely caused by problems with the house's chimney. Fire crews were called to a ranch-style home along Hastings Road in Treasure Lake around 1:30 a.m. early Monday morning. The fire appears to have started... Read More.

Clarion man loses $1,000 to Publisher’s Clearing House scam

Thursday, March 11 by wcednews

Clarion, PA – Once again, yet another Publisher's Clearing House gift card scam. In this most recent case on March 5, a 49-year-old Clarion man was told by a scam artist that he had won a new vehicle through Publisher's Clearing House but needed to... Read More.

House approves $1.9 trillion COVID-19 relief package, Biden to sign by Friday

Thursday, March 11 by wcednews

Pennsylvania – The House gave its final approval for a COVID-19 bill to provide $1,400-per-person stimulus payments for individuals earning under $80,000 and couples earning under $160,000. It includes a child care tax credit that would take 5 million children out of poverty. In addition... Read More.

PennDOT, Scotty’s urge against driving tired with “Donut Drive Drowsy” campaign

Thursday, March 11 by wcednews

Clearfield, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) and Scotty’s Donuts in DuBois will stress the dangers of drowsy driving and urge motorists to get enough sleep during their “Donut Drive Drowsy” Campaign running Monday, March 15, and Tuesday, March 16. “We all have... Read More.

23 new state historical markers approved

Thursday, March 11 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA – Chinese Workers in Beaver Falls, the first large workforce of Chinese in Pennsylvania; Dr. James Oscar Cooper, a founder of one of America’s first Black fraternities; Ephrata Female Composers, three women of a religious society who were among the first American women... Read More.

Gilbert J. “Gil” Barker announces candidacy for Magisterial District Judge

Wednesday, March 10 by wcednews

DuBois, PA - Gil Barker has announced his candidacy for Magisterial District Judge 46-3-01, the office now vacant because of the retirement of former District Judge, Patrick Ford. Barker is a familiar face in the community, having spent the last 23 years protecting and serving... Read More.

Another food distribution today with Life Community Church near DuBois Mall

Wednesday, March 10 by wcednews

DuBois, PA – The Life Community Church near the DuBois Mall has confirmed that they are expecting to offer at least three more food box distributions! They will be Wednesdays, March 10 (today), 17, and 24 behind the Sears building starting at 11 a.m. This is... Read More.

Clearfield Police: gift card scam, fake financial planner, teens spitting on windows

Wednesday, March 10 by wcednews

Clearfield, PA – Clearfield Borough Police want to yet again remind everyone that many online scam artists will request payment in gift cards, so you should always be suspicious if someone asks you to pay for something that way, especially if you do not... Read More.

Second vaccine dose for Brockway school staff, parent concerns about snow days

Wednesday, March 10 by wcednews

Brockway, PA - A parent came to the Brockway Area School District board meeting Tuesday to discuss the district’s use of flexible instructional days for snow days. The district has the opportunity to use the system set up for online teaching for COVID to continue... Read More.

Discounted fishing licenses available for non-residents attending PA universities

Wednesday, March 10 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA (March 9) – The Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission is excited to announce the availability of a new, discounted fishing license for non-resident students attending Pennsylvania universities. This special license is available to all non-resident students who currently attend an accredited institution of... Read More.