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Clearfield County Judge Paul Cherry sworn in for another term

Friday, December 29 by wcednews

CLEARFIELD – Judge Paul Cherry was sworn in this week for a third,10-year term at the Clearfield County Courthouse. The oath of office was administered by Cherry's brother, Dauphin County President Judge John Cherry. Clearfield County President Judge Fredric Ammerman, and Jefferson County President... Read More.

Driver license and photo centers closing for New Year’s weekend

Friday, December 29 by wcednews

HARRISBURG – As we approach New Year's weekend, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation reminds you that all driver license and photo centers will be closed Saturday through Monday. While the state centers will be closed those three days in observance of the New Year... Read More.

Tri-County area gas prices continue to drop

Thursday, December 28 by wcednews

UNDATED – The trend of lower gasoline prices is continuing in the Tri-County area as the new year approaches. This week's GasBuddy survey and price report from Triple-A East Central shows that the average per gallon price in Pennsylvania is down one penny, and... Read More.

Jefferson County teen hurt in crash with deer

Thursday, December 28 by wcednews

PERRY TWP. – A Jefferson County teenager was injured when a car he was riding in hit a deer just before Christmas. According to State Police, Daniel Patterson of Punxsutawney was driving west on Route 536 in Perry Township when a deer ran onto... Read More.

State Police issue Christmas crash and enforcement report

Thursday, December 28 by wcednews

HARRISBURG – The Christmas holiday crash and enforcement report has been compiled by the Pennsylvania State Police. The number of crashes was significantly lower this year compared to 2022, but the number of DUI arrests and other citations was much higher this year. Over... Read More.

PennDOT driver license and photo centers to close New Year’s weekend

Thursday, December 28 by wcednews

HARRISBURG – As we approach New Year's weekend, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation reminds you that all driver license and photo centers will be closed Saturday through Monday. While the state centers will be closed those three days in observance of the New Year... Read More.

Blood drive in DuBois today

Thursday, December 28 by wcednews

DUBOIS – The need for blood is constant, and during the holiday season supplies can get critically low. But you can help. The local chapter of the American Red Cross is conducting a blood drive in DuBois today. Today, there will be a blood... Read More.

DuBois City Council pays legal fees, approves budget and taxes, and hears appeals for transparency

Wednesday, December 27 by wcednews

DUBOIS – Tuesday night's DuBois City Council meeting included a motion to pay for legal fees incurred by current council members who were subpoenaed by the state's grand jury. Legal fees totaling more than $12,000 were approved for payment as the City continues to navigate... Read More.

Reynoldsville man charged for alleged BB gun assault

Wednesday, December 27 by wcednews

REYNOLDSVILLE – A Jefferson County man is facing assault charges for allegedly shooting at an occupied house with a BB gun. State Police accuse Dennis Clontz Jr of Reynoldsville of shooting at a house along Wishaw Road in Winslow Township last week. A 43-year-old... Read More.

Elk County garage fire ruled accidental

Wednesday, December 27 by wcednews

JOHNSNBURG – A fire destroyed a garage in Elk County last week, and the cause has been ruled an accident due to an electrical failure. Flames ripped through a garage along Old Klondike Road in Ridgway Township. The total amount of loss and damages... Read More.