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Marshalls Expected to Open in Punxsutawney

Thursday, March 7 by wcednews

PUNXSUTAWNEY – A new Marshalls department store is expected to open in Punxsutawney this summer. According to Borough Manager Bill Spencer, Marshalls will open in the old Peebles store building at the Punxsy Plaza. Renovations are expected to begin next month. Marshalls is a... Read More.

Fire Destroys Jefferson County House

Wednesday, March 6 by wcednews

PUNXSUTAWNEY – No one was hurt, but fire destroyed a Jefferson County house early Saturday morning. The State Police Fire Marshal Unit is currently investigating the cause of the blaze that burned through a home located off of Route 36 in Bell Township near... Read More.

Police Catch Two Wanted Clearfield County Men

Wednesday, March 6 by wcednews

CLEARFIELD – Two wanted men in Clearfield County were caught and arrested Monday. According to Clearfield Regional Police, Christopher Moore was apprehended along Mount Joy Road in Lawrence Township. Moore was wanted on a warrant from the Clearfield County Domestic Relations Office. Also on... Read More.

Downtown Clearfield Building to be Demolished

Wednesday, March 6 by wcednews

CLEARFIELD – It used to be home to the Brody's ladies fashion store, but an abandoned building in downtown Clearfield is now being torn down. The former home of the popular Brody’s clothing shop has sat empty for years, continues to deteriorate, and became... Read More.

Tri-County Area Gas Prices Go Higher Again

Wednesday, March 6 by wcednews

UNDATED — Gas prices are going up again in the Tri-County area, and across the state. This week's price reports from GasBuddy and Triple-A East Central show another jump of two cents per gallon. The average price in Western Pennsylvania this week is $3.66,... Read More.

DuBois Central Catholic Players Present “The Hunchback of Notre Dame”

Wednesday, March 6 by wcednews

DUBOIS – Two shows remain as the DuBois Central Catholic Players present “The Hunchback of Notre Dame” as their spring musical. The final two shows will be at 6:30 this Friday and Saturday evening. DCC's Sarah Huegler talks about her role in the musical... Read More.

DuBois Council Discusses Police Chief, City Manager Situations

Tuesday, March 5 by wcednews

DUBOIS – Legal counsel for the City of DuBois has provided a few details on why Police Chief Blaine Clark has been placed on administrative leave. At Monday night's city council meeting, Solicitor Thomas Breth said a complaint was filed against Clark. That complaint... Read More.

Clearfield Woman Suspected of Possessing Weapons of Mass Destruction

Tuesday, March 5 by wcednews

CLEARFIELD – Charges related to the possession of weapons of mass destruction are pending against a Clearfield County woman. According to the Clearfield Regional Police, 46-year-old Brandi Boris was arrested after a backpack containing four explosive devices was found on a Clearfield sidewalk. A... Read More.

Jefferson County CYS Under New Leadership

Tuesday, March 5 by wcednews

BROOKVILLE – The Department of Children and Youth Services in Jefferson County is under the leadership of a new director. At the most recent meeting of the Board of Commissioners, the promotion of Melissa George into that position was made official. George replaces Kerith... Read More.

Reynoldsville American Legion Hosts Blood Drive Today

Tuesday, March 5 by wcednews

REYNOLDSVILLE – A shortage in the Tri-County area's blood supply continues, so the American Red Cross is having an important blood drive today in Reynoldsville. Your chance to play a part in alleviating the crisis by donating blood will be from 12:30 until 6... Read More.