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Poultry owners warned to protect against highly pathogenic avian influenza

Saturday, February 26 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA – The United States Department of Agriculture's (USDA) Animal Health and Plant Inspection Service (APHIS) has confirmed findings of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) in birds within the United States. The Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture reminds Pennsylvanians to stay vigilant and review biosecurity... Read More.

100,000 older adults now eligible to apply for prescription assistance

Friday, February 25 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Aging announced a new law that expands income eligibility limits for the Pharmaceutical Assistance Contract for the Elderly Needs Enhancement Tier (PACENET) program is now in effect. Governor Tom Wolf signed legislation into law in December 2021 that allows... Read More.

Two drivers injured near Stump Creek on icy roads last week

Friday, February 25 by wcednews

Henderson Township, PA – Two drivers were injured in a crash at an icy intersection last week in Jefferson County. 57-year-old Duane Reiter from Stump Creek had been driving along Kramer Road in Henderson Township on Feb. 19. Due to the ice-covered road, he could not... Read More.

DuBois man accused of taking $1,078 of items from Clarion Walmart

Friday, February 25 by wcednews

Monroe Township, PA – A DuBois man is accused of stealing than $1,000 worth of items from the Clarion Walmart. 23-year-old Caleb Doska allegedly took 23 items on Feb. 21, totaling $1,078.04. Police do not say what types of items were stolen. He's charged with retail theft... Read More.

Ice storm travel restrictions lifted in Clearfield County

Friday, February 25 by wcednews

UPDATE: As winter storm Oaklee moves out of the area, PennDOT has removed the remaining travel restrictions in north central Pennsylvania. Effective at 9:30 AM: Removing the 45 mph speed reduction and commercial vehicles in the right lane only restriction on Interstate 80 From Exit 97... Read More.

People walking on roadways in Clearfield Borough

Friday, February 25 by wcednews

Clearfield, PA – Clearfield Borough Police got a call recently from a concerned citizen about three people who had been walking on the roadway on South 2nd Street during the night time hours, causing a traffic hazard. Police arrived and were unable to locate those... Read More.

DMVA receives Pillar Of Excellence award for PA VETConnect

Friday, February 25 by wcednews

Annville, PA - The Pennsylvania Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (DMVA) received an Abraham Lincoln Pillars of Excellence Award from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs for its PA VETConnect initiative. Brig. Gen. (PA) Maureen Weigl, deputy adjutant general for Veterans Affairs, received... Read More.

Gov. Wolf condemns Russian attack on Ukraine

Friday, February 25 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA - Governor Tom Wolf issued the following statement on the Russian attack on Ukraine: “I stand with President Biden in condemning the unprovoked and unjustified Russian military invasion of the independent country of Ukraine. This attack on a peaceful country is shocking and... Read More.

Glenn Thompson statement on Russian invasion of Ukraine

Friday, February 25 by wcednews

Bellefonte, PA – U.S. Representative Glenn "GT" Thompson today released the following statement on the situation in Ukraine: “Vladimir Putin is responsible for an unwarranted and unprompted unilateral attack upon Ukraine, which is the most significant infringement between two states since World War II. Unanswered,... Read More.

Vehicle restrictions planned for Thursday night ice storm

Thursday, February 24 by wcednews

UPDATE Harrisburg, PA – In response to changing forecasts related to expected winter weather and icy conditions across most of the state tonight, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) is adjusting start times of planned implement vehicle restrictions on several Pennsylvania roadways and adding more roadways... Read More.