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Slow-moving superload is delayed due to weather

Tuesday, January 18 by wcednews

Clearfield, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) is providing motorists with an update on the movement of a superload being transported from West Milton, New York to Wampum, Pennsylvania--a more than 400-mile journey. The superload is 213 feet long and weighs 294... Read More.

Logging chain stolen in Clarion

Tuesday, January 18 by wcednews

Clarion Township, PA – A piece of logging equipment was stolen in Clarion County. A logging chain worth $80 was reportedly taken from a residence on Day City Road in Clarion Township sometime in either December 2021 or January 2022. The victim is listed as a... Read More.

Transition to 5G cell service will cause older 3G phones to stop working

Tuesday, January 18 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA – The Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency (PEMA) and Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) are urging residents with older cell phones to prepare for the phase out of 3G cellular networks and service in 2022. “The best plan of action is to contact your service provider... Read More.

Some restrictions lifted on roadways as winter storm continues

Monday, January 17 by wcednews

Clearfield, PA – With winter storm Izzy winding down, PennDOT is removing most roadway restrictions in north central Pennsylvania. The following is now in effect: Tier 2 restrictions have been lifted on I-80 through Clarion and Jefferson counties. The 45 mph speed reduction and commercial vehicles in right lane... Read More.

Clearfield declares snow emergency Jan. 16-17

Monday, January 17 by wcednews

Clearfield, PA - In anticipation of heavy snow that is to fall in our area Sunday into Monday, and out of an abundance of caution, Clearfield Borough Mayor Mason Strouse is declaring a snow emergency which will be in effect from Sunday, January 16, 2022... Read More.

Argument over Elf on the Shelf leads to physical fight

Monday, January 17 by wcednews

Reynoldsville, PA - An argument over an Elf on the Shelf Christmas toy turned physical in Jefferson County. Although the fight allegedly happened at a home on Grant Street in Reynoldsville on Dec. 9, 2021, State Police in Dubois are releasing the information now. The argument... Read More.

Slow-moving “superload” scheduled to travel PA roads this week

Monday, January 17 by wcednews

Pennsylvania - The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) is advising motorists that starting late tomorrow, January 17, a superload being transported from West Milton, New York to Wampum, Pennsylvania is expected travel through portions of Forest, Clarion, and Venango counties. It is part of a... Read More.

Camp Cadet applications available for kids ages 13-15

Monday, January 17 by wcednews

Ridgway, PA - The Pennsylvania State Police, Troop C, Camp Cadet Program will be held at Clarion University, July 24th thru July 29th, 2022. The camp is for boys and girls, 13 to 15 years of age, from Clarion, Clearfield, Elk, Forest, Jefferson, McKean... Read More.

Wolf Administration Provides Update On Anticipated Winter Storm

Sunday, January 16 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA – The Wolf Administration reminded motorists to avoid travel if possible and stay safe during a winter storm that will bring heavy snow to the western half of the state and a mix of snow, sleet and rain to much of the eastern... Read More.

PennDOT adjusts, adds to planned roadway restrictions

Sunday, January 16 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA – In anticipation of winter weather beginning later today, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) and Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission (PTC) are adjusting planned vehicle restrictions that were announced Saturday. Italicized information indicates a change from the January 14 announcement. Additional speed and vehicle restrictions... Read More.