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Clearfield Police: man angry at internet company, woman sneaks drugs into hospital

Monday, December 20 by wcednews

Clearfield, PA – Clearfield Borough Police kept busy recently, with a few incidents involving drugs and some other stranger cases. In the cases involving illegal substances, a woman reportedly brought a bottle containing a controlled substance into the Penn Highlands Clearfield hospital by sneaking it... Read More.

2022 PA dog licenses make perfect gifts for constant companions

Monday, December 20 by wcednews

Carlisle, PA – Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding and Treasurer Kelly Neiderer announced availability of 2022 dog licenses, reminding Pennsylvania dog owners that a dog license makes the perfect stocking stuffer for canine companions. "The best way to protect your dog this holiday season, and every day... Read More.

Kennywood celebrates 125th season with refurbishments, events

Saturday, December 18 by wcednews

West Mifflin, PA - Kennywood amusement park will celebrate its 125th season in 2022, with lots of new events and refurbishments. It includes a makeover for Kennywood's park entrance and main gate, along with the Old Mill and the Jack Rabbit roller coaster queue lines. Kennywood... Read More.

$70 million for PA airports, including DuBois, Clarion, Clearfield

Saturday, December 18 by wcednews

Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senator Bob Casey (D-PA) announced more than $70 million in funding for 62 airports in Pennsylvania. The funding comes from the Airport Infrastructure Grants in the recently passed bipartisan infrastructure bill. More funding for Pennsylvania airports is expected in years... Read More.

PA’s unemployment rate down to 5.7 percent in November

Saturday, December 18 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) released its preliminary employment situation report for November 2021. Pennsylvania's unemployment rate was down three-tenths of a percentage point over the month to 5.7 percent in November. The U.S. rate fell four-tenths of a... Read More.

Safe and merry Christmas: Home holiday safety tips

Saturday, December 18 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA - The Pennsylvania Insurance Department and the Office of the State Fire Commissioner are highlighting the common dangers associated with holiday décor ranging from dehydrated Christmas trees to unattended candles to decorative outside lighting. "This time of year, we are all eager to spend... Read More.

PA will honor veterans and families at 2022 Pennsylvania Farm Show

Saturday, December 18 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA - Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding and Maj. Gen. Mark Schindler, Pennsylvania’s adjutant general, announced that the departments of Agriculture and Military and Veterans Affairs will join forces to recognize Pennsylvania’s service members, veterans and their families on Thursday, January 13, at the... Read More.

Schools on high alert due to nationwide social media threat

Friday, December 17 by wcednews

Pennsylvania – Schools around the country are being extra cautious today as a widespread but vague threat of school shooting or bomb threats are circulating on social media. The message reportedly started on TikTok and was quickly reposted and spread by users throughout the country. Although... Read More.

Elk County hunting camp fire ruled accidental

Friday, December 17 by wcednews

Spring Creek Township, PA – A fire at a camp in Elk County has been ruled as accidental. A seasonal hunting camp along Park Lance Lane in Spring Creek Township caught fire on Dec. 3, causing $90,000 of damage. No one was injured. The camp was... Read More.

Christmas Wishes concert Saturday at Reitz Theater

Friday, December 17 by wcednews

DuBois, PA – The DuBois Vocal Arts Ensemble will present Christmas Wishes, their annual Christmas Concert, on Saturday, December 18, 2021, at 7 p.m. in the Paul G. Reitz Theater located at 36 East Scribner Avenue in DuBois. Tickets are $10 for adults, $8 for... Read More.