Local News

Ridgway Woman Charged for Stabbing

Tuesday, October 28 by wcednews

RIDGWAY - A Ridgway woman is behind bars for allegedly stabbing a man. On October 21st police responded to a Mill Avenue residence where they found a man with a deep cut on his right arm. When questioned the man claimed it was accidental in nature.... Read More.

Police investigating Copper Wire Theft

Tuesday, October 28 by wcednews

DECATUR TOWNSHIP - Police are investigating the theft of over 200 feet of copper wire in Decatur Township. According to police on October 15th at the 1100 block of Old Highway 322, an unknown number of individuals stole approximately 275 feet of copper wire, valued... Read More.

DuBois High School Thriving, Despite Unpopular Changes

Tuesday, October 28 by wcednews

DUBOIS - Ten weeks into the new school year and the DuBois Area High School is finding its rhythm under new leadership. Manny Barbazzeni, the new principal, has revamped the schedule including a longer flex period after fourth period and implemented over 20 student clubs. Two... Read More.

Meet the Candidate: Samuel Mollica

Tuesday, October 28 by wcednews

DUBOIS - Samuel Mollica III is running for the DuBois City Council in 2026. “When we wake up in January, things are going to be just the same, you’re not going to see any difference,” stated Mollica. “We’ll have a brand new city that starts... Read More.

Meet the Candidate: David Lombardo

Tuesday, October 28 by wcednews

DUBOIS - David Lombardo is running for the DuBois City Council in 2026. “I will be vigilant that we don’t get personnel increases happening at the expense of raising your taxes,” stated Lombardo. “Vigilance is important, since now that our assessment has doubled. The city... Read More.

Judge Explains Bill of Particulars Denial

Monday, October 27 by wcednews

DUBOIS -Court documents released revealed the decision process that led to the denial of a request for a detailed list of evidence on the case against former DuBois City Manager John “Herm” Suplizio and former employee Roberta “Bobbie” Shaffer. During a preliminary hearing in... Read More.

ATV Police Chase Leads to Charges

Monday, October 27 by wcednews

WOODWARD TOWNSHIP - One man is facing charges after allegedly fleeing from police in an ATV. According to police on September 20th, troopers attempted to pull over a black ATV in Houtzdale when it allegedly began to flee from police. After a short pursuit troopers... Read More.

DuBois School Board Approves Revised Electoral Region

Monday, October 27 by wcednews

DUBOIS - The DuBois Area School District voted Thursday to take the appropriate steps in adopting a new electoral region map. In accordance with state law, all three districts must be a similar size fairly representing the community. “You have three districts; A, B, and C,... Read More.

Meet the Candidate: Michael Piccirillo

Monday, October 27 by wcednews

DUBOIS – Michael Piccirillo is running for the DuBois City Council in 2026. “I expect savings are possible, and will happen,” explained Piccirillo. “I don’t believe it will be immediately, but the savings will be significant keeping the same level of service.” Piccirillo is one of... Read More.

License Plate Replacement in Clearfield County

Monday, October 27 by wcednews

CURWENSVILLE – If you have a license plate that’s faded, peeling, or has lost its reflectivity, you can get it replaced for free this week. Hosted by Senator Wayne Langerholc Jr, you are welcome to bring in your peeling, faded, or damaged license plates and... Read More.