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45 people, including 2 in our area, charged in statewide welfare fraud investigation

Wednesday, January 29 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA – Two women in our area, one from Clarion County and another from Jefferson County, were charged in a statewide welfare fraud investigation. The Office of State Inspector General (OSIG) filed welfare fraud charges against 45 individuals during the month of December 2019.... Read More.

City of DuBois computer systems attacked by cyber criminals

Tuesday, January 28 by wcednews

DuBois, PA - The City of DuBois has been attacked by cyber criminals who have disabled the computer systems, say city officials. This affects just government computers operated by the City of DuBois, not computers owned by residents. "Local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies are... Read More.

Lisa Labrasca Becker will run for 75th District House of Representatives

Tuesday, January 28 by wcednews

DuBois, PA - DuBois City Treasurer, Lisa Labrasca Becker, announced her candidacy for the Republican nomination for State Representative in the 75th District. The seat is currently held by Representative Matt Gabler, who recently announced he would not be seeking reelection. Becker is the founder and... Read More.

Argument about meth use and PB&J sandwich in Falls Creek

Tuesday, January 28 by wcednews

Falls Creek, PA – There was a fight in Falls Creek about meth and a peanut butter and jelly sandwich. State Police in DuBois say they were called out to a home on Main Street in Falls Creek on Saturday around 2:30 p.m. 34-year-old Corey Loney... Read More.

Just for Jesus group alleges DuBois City Police not using drug funding correctly

Tuesday, January 28 by wcednews

DuBois, PA – A visit from representatives and members of the Just for Jesus group led to some strong words at the DuBois City Council meeting last night. This is not the first time that Just for Jesus, a homeless outreach center in Brockway, has... Read More.

Coalport man allegedly assaulted, threatened victims with club and shotgun

Tuesday, January 28 by wcednews

Coalport, PA – A Clearfield County man is facing felony charges for allegedly assaulting and threatening two people in a convenience store recently with a club and a gun. It started late Friday night when 59-year-old Kenneth Selvage from Coalport reportedly got into a verbal... Read More.

Michael Clement will run for 75th District House of Representatives

Monday, January 27 by wcednews

DuBois, PA - A DuBois man, Michael Clement, intends to run for the 75th District State House of Representatives. The office is currently held by Rep. Matt Gabler, who has recently announced that he will not be running for re-election. “Today, I’m announcing my... Read More.

DuBois Business Bash honors award winners and 75th Chamber anniversary

Monday, January 27 by wcednews

DuBois, PA – This year at the DuBois Business Bash, which was held on Saturday at the DuBois Country Club, the Small Business of the Year, Community Cup, and Jaycees Distinguished Service Award were given to some very deserving companies and individuals. Small Business of... Read More.

DuBois Central Catholic celebrates Catholic Schools Week

Monday, January 27 by wcednews

DuBois, PA – DuBois Central Catholic kicked off the start of Catholic Schools Week with an open house yesterday and their annual winterfest celebration, but fun for the students will continue all week long. During the week, students will enjoy a Groundhog Assembly, STEM Olympics,... Read More.

PA officials remind how to prepare for and respond to emergencies

Monday, January 27 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA – State Fire Commissioner Bruce Trego, alongside Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency Director, Randy Padfield and officials from West Hanover Township Fire Department are encouraging local leaders, first responders, businesses and residents to learn more about the concept of Community Risk Reduction (CRR)... Read More.