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Jefferson County seniors contribute ornaments for State Capitol Christmas tree

Thursday, December 7 by wcednews

HARRISBURG – Among hundreds of handmade ornaments hanging on Pennsylvania's State Capitol Christmas tree this year are some made by senior adults in Jefferson County. Ornaments were submitted by seniors at the Brockwayville Depot in Brockway, The Foundry in Reynoldsville, Brookville's Heritage House, and... Read More.

Graham Kay will perform at Penn State DuBois tonight

Thursday, December 7 by wcednews

DUBOIS – Comedian, actor, and television writer Graham Kay will perform live in DuBois tonight. As part of the Diversity, Arts, and Lecture Series at Penn State DuBois, Kay's performance is free and open to the public. Kay recently presented his stand-up comedy routine... Read More.

Winkler Gallery prepares for Christmas open house event

Thursday, December 7 by wcednews

DUBOIS - The Winkler Gallery and Art Education Center in DuBois will host its 22nd Annual Christmas Open House on Saturday. The North Brady Street gallery will be open from 11am until 9pm. You can meet with Santa and Mrs. Claus from Noon until... Read More.

Day two total of “Light Up a Child’s Life” campaign: $17,303

Wednesday, December 6 by wcednews

DUBOIS – Today is day three – the middle day – of the week-long Make-A-Wish “Light Up a Child's Life” campaign on Sunny 106, sponsored by Miller Home Furniture and Mattress. Two days of donations have reached a total of $17,303. This 30th annual... Read More.

Work of 814 Pred Hunters leads to the arrest of a Pittsburgh-area attorney in Jefferson County

Wednesday, December 6 by wcednews

PUNXSUTAWNEY – A Pittsburgh-area criminal defense attorney is facing charges in Jefferson County for allegedly trying to solicit a minor for sex. According to court documents, 33-year-old Paul Luvara of Bridgeville was arrested Saturday in the parking lot of a fast food restaurant in... Read More.

Tri-County area gas prices still on the decline

Wednesday, December 6 by wcednews

UNDATED — Western Pennsylvania has experienced another drop in average gas prices. According to the Triple-A East Central Gas Price Report, this week's average per gallon price is $3.60. That is two cents lower than last week. Over the past year, the average price... Read More.

DuBois church continues free clothing distribution

Wednesday, December 6 by wcednews

DUBOIS – For those in need of clothes, there will be a free distribution of clothing items today from a DuBois church. The Lighthouse Community Church at the DuBois Mall is offering free items of clothing to anyone who has that need. Today, clothing... Read More.

Graham Kay to perform at Penn State DuBois

Wednesday, December 6 by wcednews

DUBOIS – Comedian, actor, and writer Graham Kay will give a free performance in DuBois Thursday night. As part of the Diversity, Arts, and Lecture Series at Penn State DuBois, Kay's performance is open to the public. Kay recently presented his stand-up routine on... Read More.

Day one total of “Light Up a Child’s Life” campaign: $9,444

Tuesday, December 5 by wcednews

DUBOIS – It's day two of the week-long Make-A-Wish “Light Up a Child's Life” campaign on Sunny 106, sponsored by Miller Home Furniture and Mattress. Donations totaled $9.444 on Monday, the first day of the 30th annual campaign. The mission of Make-A-Wish is to... Read More.

No tax increases in 2024 Sandy Township budget

Tuesday, December 5 by wcednews

SANDY TWP – A budget free of tax increases was approved at Monday night's Sandy Township Supervisors meeting. The board approved the final 2024 budget unanimously. Next year's budget for Sandy Township will not include any changes from the 2023 spending plan.