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Gov. Wolf unveils “Back to Work PA” plan to bolster economy

Wednesday, February 24 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA – The COVID-19 global pandemic has significantly affected Pennsylvania workers, businesses and communities. Gov. Tom Wolf is proposing a "Back to Work PA" plan that he says will bolster economic recovery efforts and position Pennsylvania for economic growth. The program would be funded... Read More.

Merle Norman Boutique wins Small Business of Year, Stoltz Family Dealerships wins Community Cup

Tuesday, February 23 by wcednews

DuBois, PA – Congratulations to our newest award winners! The Small Business of the Year Award recipient this year is Merle Norman Boutique. The Community Cup Award this year goes to Stoltz Family Dealerships. Usually this would have been announced at the annual DuBois Chamber Business... Read More.

Car backed into Summit Motel in Ridgway then fled

Tuesday, February 23 by wcednews

Ridgway, PA – The Summit Motel in Ridgway was significantly damaged after a car backed into the building then fled. It happened early Saturday morning. The vehicle suspected of causing the damage is described as a silver Chevrolet Lumina, late 90s model, possibly a 1996. It... Read More.

DuBois man involved in police chase also involved in assault, counterfeit bill

Tuesday, February 23 by wcednews

Huston Township, PA – The DuBois man accused of ramming a police vehicle, leading police on a chase, and fleeing into the woods has apparently had multiple other crimes in the weeks before the chase. State Police in DuBois say that 29-year-old Corey Bigelow from... Read More.

Two women lose $1,080 in online dog scam

Tuesday, February 23 by wcednews

Farmington Township, PA – Two women were scammed out of a total of more than $1,000 while trying to purchase dogs online. State Police in Marienville say the internet scam was reported by two woman from Clarion County on Feb. 12. They had sent a... Read More.

$3,300 withdrawn from Grampian man’s checking account

Tuesday, February 23 by wcednews

Grampian, PA – About $3,300 was withdrawn from a Grampian man's checking account after his checks were stolen. 46-year-old Scott Hess says seven checks were stolen from his checkbook at his home on Bilgers Rocks Road, then used to make withdrawals. It was reported on Feb.... Read More.

Bodies of Strattanville crash victims, missing Clarion U student found

Monday, February 22 by wcednews

Clarion County, PA - While searching for a Clarion University student, police unfortunately not only found his body but also the bodies of a Strattanville couple who were involved in a fatal car crash over the weekend. State Police in Clarion and other investigators had... Read More.

PennDOT reduces speeds on I-80 between exit 97 and exit 212

Monday, February 22 by wcednews

Clearfield, PA – As challenging winter weather continues through the area, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) is providing another update for speed restrictions in the north central region. PennDOT is urging motorists to avoid unnecessary travel but those who must head out will see speeds reduced... Read More.

42-year-old Sykesville man missing since Feb. 19

Monday, February 22 by wcednews

Sykesville, PA – A Sykesville man has been missing since Feb. 19, and police want your help making sure that he's safe. A woman called State Police in DuBois to report that her husband, 42-year-old Rally Dean, had been missing since around 8:30 p.m. Feb.... Read More.

Meth and heroin drug bust in Ridgway captures 8 people

Monday, February 22 by wcednews

Saint Marys, PA – After nearly a month-long investigation, the Elk County Drug Task Force with help from many local police departments busted a drug ring, capturing eight people. Police got a search warrant for 401 North Broad Street in Ridgway on Feb. 19, seizing... Read More.