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PA Turnpike toll increases take effect this Sunday

Saturday, January 2 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA (AP) — Pennsylvania Turnpike officials are reminding drivers that toll increases go into effect this weekend along with a hefty surcharge on non-EZ-Pass users. The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission in July approved a 6% increase to begin Sunday for EZ-Pass users as well for... Read More.

I-80, including in Clearfield County, temporarily restricts trucks due to ice

Friday, January 1 by wcednews

Clearfield, PA – Due to continued rain, potential snowfall, and expected drops in temperatures, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) will temporarily restrict certain vehicles on I-80 in the north central region of Pennsylvania. Vehicle restrictions reflect Level 3 of the commonwealth’s weather event... Read More.

Former PA governor Dick Thornburgh has died at age 88

Friday, January 1 by wcednews

Pennsylvania - Dick Thornburgh, Pennsylvania's former two-term governor from 1979 to 1987 who then went on to become the US Attorney General for three years, has passed away at the age of 88. His family did not give a cause of death. In honor of the... Read More.

With icy weather conditions in Friday’s forecast, PennDOT says stay off the roads

Friday, January 1 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA – In anticipation of frozen precipitation and potentially icy roadway conditions in many areas, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) is advising motorists to avoid all unnecessary travel during the upcoming storm. PennDOT plans to implement travel restrictions on trucks and other vehicles on... Read More.

PennDOT extends commercial drivers licenses until Feb. 22, 2021

Friday, January 1 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announced today that expiration dates for commercial driver licenses and commercial learner’s permits will be extended for Pennsylvania residents in response to statewide COVID-19 mitigation efforts. The following products’ expiration dates will be extended: The expiration date... Read More.

Pennsylvanians urged to “Resolve To Be Ready” for emergencies in 2021

Friday, January 1 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA – As Pennsylvanians’ attention turns to a fresh start in the new year, PA Emergency Management Agency (PEMA) Director Randy Padfield and Secretary of Health Dr. Rachel Levine are urging citizens to “Resolve to be Ready” in 2021 by creating family emergency plans... Read More.

Butter Up! PA Farm Show encourages you to make your own butter sculpture at home

Friday, January 1 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA – The Department of Agriculture announced a new opportunity for Pennsylvanians to bring the Pennsylvania Farm Show into their homes, by inviting them to craft their own butter sculpture creations and enter them into the Butter Up! Contest for a chance to win one... Read More.

New Year’s Day: Banks, liquor stores, DMVs, schools closed for holiday

Friday, January 1 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA – Banks, liquor stores, and PennDOT driver's license and photo centers will all be closed statewide for New Year's Day this Friday. The US mail will also not be delivered that day. Schools are still on winter break, and most of them will return... Read More.

Year: 2021

PA Turnpike toll increases take effect this Sunday

I-80, including in Clearfield County, temporarily restricts trucks due to ice

Former PA governor Dick Thornburgh has died at age 88

With icy weather conditions in Friday’s forecast, PennDOT says stay off the roads

PennDOT extends commercial drivers licenses until Feb. 22, 2021

Pennsylvanians urged to “Resolve To Be Ready” for emergencies in 2021

Butter Up! PA Farm Show encourages you to make your own butter sculpture at home

New Year’s Day: Banks, liquor stores, DMVs, schools closed for holiday

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