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Game Commission: No evidence deer can spread COVID-19 to humans

Wednesday, August 18 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA - The Pennsylvania Game Commission responded to recent reports about the connection between COVID-19 and deer, pointing out there’s no evidence deer can spread the virus to humans or that humans are at risk of contracting the virus from consuming venison. As always,... Read More.

Travel delays for Ridgway Route 949, Route 28 during box culvert project

Wednesday, August 18 by wcednews

Ridgway, PA – Drivers in Ridgway should expect significant travel delays on Thursday as sections of a box culvert are being transported to where it will be installed on Route 949. The project itself is expected to be finished in late October. *** Ridgway, PA –... Read More.

Pennsylvanians reminded to monitor weather, watch for heavy rain

Wednesday, August 18 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA – Governor Tom Wolf is reminding Pennsylvanians to be aware that widespread rain and potential flooding Wednesday could have impacts across much of Pennsylvania. Rainfall totals of 2 to 3 inches with locally higher amounts are possible... Read More.

All counties in our area at substantial or high COVID-19 level

Tuesday, August 17 by wcednews

Pennsylvania - All counties in our listening area are now in either the "substantial" or "high" COVID-19 transmission level, according to CDC data. Jefferson and Clearfield Counties are both in the high level, meaning at least 100 cases for every 100,000 people. Clarion and Elk Counties... Read More.

Two inmates charged for causing orbital fracture of other inmate

Tuesday, August 17 by wcednews

Lawrence Township, PA – Two inmates of the Clearfield County Jail are being charged after getting to a fight and allegedly giving another inmate a facial fracture. 31-year-old Charles Stephens and 26-year-old Edward Bell III reportedly assaulted an unnamed inmate on Aug. 9, causing an... Read More.

DuBois man serious injured in Penfield crash, possible DUI

Tuesday, August 17 by wcednews

Huston Township, PA – A DuBois man is left with serious injuries after a crash near Penfield, potentially due to being under the influence of controlled substances. 28-year-old Brandon Perine had been driving his Acura RSX on Mountain Run Road in Huston Township around 12:43... Read More.

Basic computer skills class for older adults

Tuesday, August 17 by wcednews

DuBois, PA - Clearfield County Area Agency on Aging, Inc along with Mid- State Literacy Council is offering Basic Computer Skills for Older Adults. In this class, you will learn about computer settings, applications & software, computer files & folders - creating, moving & deleting,... Read More.

PA offers vaccine clinics at schools, voluntary classroom testing

Tuesday, August 17 by wcednews

Pennsylvania - COVID-19 vaccination clinics will be offered at many colleges and K-12 schools. Additionally, Pennsylvania will provide free COVID-19 testing in K-12 districts, making it easier for schools to offer classroom-wide testing for any consenting students whenever there is an outbreak. *** Enola, PA -... Read More.

Feds approve additional dose vaccine for immunocompromised people

Tuesday, August 17 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA - The Pennsylvania Department of Health today notified all COVID-19 vaccine providers that immunocompromised individuals who are fully vaccinated with Pfizer or Moderna are able to receive an additional dose. The notification follows recommendations announced today by the Centers for Disease Control and... Read More.

Revolution Games opens in DuBois Mall

Monday, August 16 by wcednews

DuBois, PA - A warm welcome to a new business in the DuBois Mall, Revolution Games, which sells new and used video games and gaming equipment, gaming system repairs, and game trade-ins. Last Wednesday, Aug. 11, the Greater DuBois Chamber of Commerce had the pleasure... Read More.