Punxsutawney Woman Accused of Stealing EBT Card

PUNXSUTAWNEY - A Punxsutawney woman is facing several charges after allegedly stealing and using an EBT card that belonged to a man in hospice care. Police began an investigation into 61 year-old Karen Farcus after they received reports that a victim noticed her father’s EBT... Read More.

Annual Veteran Toiletry Drive in DuBois

DUBOIS - The Free Medical Clinic of DuBois is collecting toiletries for veterans this month. Dolly McClusky with the Free Medical Clinic told us that this annual campaign gathers toiletries to provide local veterans “We collect toothpaste, deodorant, all kinds of toiletries,” explained McClusky. “What we... Read More.

Local Sports Update – Friday, 3/13

PIAA Basketball Tournament - Quarterfinal Round: TODAY: The Elk County Catholic Crusaders stand as the lone District 9 team still alive in the PIAA basketball championship tournament. ECC will be in action tonight in the Class 1-A boys quarterfinal round. Elk County Catholic takes on the... Read More.

DuBois Road Closure Planned Next Week

DUBOIS - If you drive in the DuBois area, your commute may be affected by some road work next week. DuBois officials say that Shaffer Road between Route 255 and the entrance to Burger King will be closed between Monday the 16th and Tuesday the... Read More.

Tri-County Weekly Gas Price Update

UNDATED - Gas prices continue to soar. According to AAA, Jefferson County gas price averages are the lowest in the area at $3.62 dollars a gallon, up 24 cents. Clearfield County has gone up 25 cents to $3.73 dollars. In Elk County, prices are at $3.74 dollars... Read More.

Former Community County Services Employee Accused of Stealing $82,000

SUMMERVILLE - A former employee at Community County Services is facing criminal charges after allegedly stealing around $82,000 dollars. This follows an investigation into 38 year-old Samantha Browne of Summerville, after police received reports of the alleged  embezzlement. Browne was employed between March of 2023 and... Read More.

Punxsutawney Man Charged with Arson

PUNXSUTAWNEY - A Punxsutawney man is facing arson charges after a barn fire last week. Early Friday morning a barn fire broke out on South Main Street with heavy flames and smoke.  Police learned from a witness that 51 year-old Scott Wundrack allegedly started the blaze... Read More.

Indoor Pickleball Facility Coming to DuBois

DUBOIS - A new indoor pickleball facility is opening their doors in DuBois. Owner of the Pickleball Bank Nicole Bankovich says that this facility is designed to give you a place to play all year-round.  “Pickleball is growing so quickly,” explained Bankovich. “There are a lot... Read More.

Local Sports Update – Thursday, 3/12

PIAA Basketball Tournaments – Second Round: WEDNESDAY: CLASS 1A GIRLS (D6) Williamsburg 57, (D9) Elk County Catholic 28 (D6) St. Joseph's Catholic Academy 70, (D9) Clarion-Limestone 37 CLASS 2A BOYS (D6) United 53, (D9) Clarion 39 (D7) Sewickley Academy 76, (D9) Port Allegany 29 FRIDAY - QUARTERFINAL ROUND: The lone District 9 basketball... Read More.

Jeff Tech Students Impress Brockway School Board

BROCKWAY - Brockway School Board members were able to see firsthand what local students are able to accomplish at Jeff Tech. Around 48 Brockway students enrolled at the career and technical center. Board members heard how those students learned through programs like Health Assisting, HVAC,... Read More.