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Major Drug Bust in Jefferson and Clearfield counties

Tuesday, August 31 by wcednews

Jefferson County, PA - Reports came in Tuesday morning from eye witnesses of an apparent drug bust in DuBois, Brockport, Reynoldsville, and portions of Falls Creek. Local, state, and federal officials were all involved. Helicopters were seen in the area. Although details are limited at this... Read More.

Punxsy man accused of abusing 5-month-old boy, breaking arm

Tuesday, August 31 by wcednews

Punxsutawney, PA – A Punxsutawney man is accused of severely physically abusing a 5-month-old boy, leaving the child with a broken arm. Police were called to the Punxsutawney Area Hospital on Aug. 14 for suspected child abuse. After an investigation, they determined that 32-year-old Matthew Knox... Read More.

Corsica man serious injured in motorcycle crash with deer

Tuesday, August 31 by wcednews

Clarion, PA – A Corsica man is left with serious injuries after striking a deer while riding his motorcycle. 27-year-old Brandon Matthews had been riding his Honda CBR 1000 RR along Route 322 in Clarion on Aug. 24 when he struck the deer. Although police say... Read More.

Federal unemployment benefits end Saturday, other support still available

Tuesday, August 31 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA - With federal unemployment benefits ending for 558,000 Pennsylvanians on Saturday, Sept. 4, other support programs are available to provide help, Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) Secretary Jennifer Berrier and Department of Human Services (DHS) Deputy Secretary for the Office of... Read More.

Clearfield Police: woman riding in trunk as joke, light post struck at hospital

Tuesday, August 31 by wcednews

Clearfield, PA – Clearfield Borough Police received a report from a concerned citizen who saw a woman riding in the trunk of a car. Police investigated and the woman says it was a joke and was not being harmed. Someone struck a light post outside... Read More.

Remnants of Ida expected to bring rain, flooding to PA

Tuesday, August 31 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA – The Wolf Administration is encouraging everyone to pay close attention to weather forecasts as the remnants of Hurricane Ida are expected to merge with another weather system and bring 3 to 6 inches or more of rain... Read More.

Two firefighters injured in Clearfield County fire, explosion

Monday, August 30 by wcednews

Beccaria Township, PA – Two firefighters were injured after a garage fire and a resulting explosion in Clearfield County over the weekend, but details are still scarce. Fire crews were called the to the scene on Evergreen Drive in Beccaria Township, near Coalport, just before... Read More.

Majority of Treasure Lake without electricity Sunday after storm

Monday, August 30 by wcednews

Treasure Lake, PA - Around 1,500 people were without power in the DuBois and Treasure Lake area on Sunday evening after a severe thunderstorm. Penelec crews were able to restore power for some residents last night. Other residents are expected to have electricity restored by 3... Read More.

DUI crash kills Indiana County man while mowing lawn

Monday, August 30 by wcednews

Indiana County, PA - In nearby Indiana County, a man who had been mowing his lawn was killed when a man who was allegedly driving under the influence struck him. 32-year-old Joshua Brink from Smicksburg is facing charges of homicide by vehicle while DUI, involuntary... Read More.

More than $800 worth of tools stolen from pickup truck

Monday, August 30 by wcednews

Morris Township, PA – Someone stole a toolbag filled with tools worth a total of more than $800 from the back of a pickup truck in Clearfield County. It's unclear whether the theft happened at the 62-year-old Hawk Run man's home or at a house... Read More.

Year: 2021

Major Drug Bust in Jefferson and Clearfield counties

Punxsy man accused of abusing 5-month-old boy, breaking arm

Corsica man serious injured in motorcycle crash with deer

Federal unemployment benefits end Saturday, other support still available

Clearfield Police: woman riding in trunk as joke, light post struck at hospital

Remnants of Ida expected to bring rain, flooding to PA

Two firefighters injured in Clearfield County fire, explosion

Majority of Treasure Lake without electricity Sunday after storm

DUI crash kills Indiana County man while mowing lawn

More than $800 worth of tools stolen from pickup truck

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