Local News

Randy Carlson hockey tournament rescheduled for Sunday

Saturday, May 29 by wcednews

Brockway, PA – There's a date change for the Randy Carlson memorial hockey tournament due to the weather. Instead of Saturday, it will now be held on Sunday at the new outdoor Brockway hockey rink. The beneficiary will be 10-year-old Paige Doane of Brockway. Come... Read More.

Practice good food safety during Memorial Day and summer

Saturday, May 29 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA - The Wolf Administration urged Pennsylvanians to take food safety precautions as they plan celebrations during the upcoming Memorial Day holiday and the summer season. “With Memorial Day approaching and the summer event season kicking off, we must remember grilling and picnic food... Read More.

PA’s mask order to be lifted by June 28 as 70 percent will be fully vaxed

Friday, May 28 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA - Department of Health Acting Secretary Alison Beam today announced that the commonwealth’s mask order will be lifted by June 28. “After reviewing the vaccination data for people 18 and over and discussing it with the COVID-19 Vaccine Legislative Task Force, we have determined that the commonwealth’s mask order can be lifted on June 28 or when 70 percent of... Read More.

Brockway Class of 2021 graduation rescheduled for Monday

Friday, May 28 by wcednews

Brockway, PA - Brockway High School's graduation has been rescheduled for the Class of 2021 due to the rainy weather. Brockway has rescheduled for Monday, 31 at 8 p.m. at the Frank Varischetti Field in Brockway. Although it was originally scheduled for Friday, it was rescheduled... Read More.

Congratulations to our graduating Class of 2021!

Friday, May 28 by wcednews

DuBois, PA – Congratulations to the Class of 2021, including our DuBois Area High School graduates, who just held their ceremony last night! We're so proud of our students, especially with how they've adapted and overcome so many obstacles this year. Congratulations, and we know you'll... Read More.

Sunday, May 30 is a “Fish-For-Free Day” in Pennsylvania

Friday, May 28 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA – During the upcoming Memorial Day weekend when many families and friends will already be gathered, the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC) is pleased to offer the first of two Fish-for-Free Days in 2021. On Sunday, May 30, the PFBC will waive... Read More.

PennDOT driver license, photo centers closed for Memorial Day holiday

Friday, May 28 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announced that all driver license and photo centers, including the Riverfront Office Center in Harrisburg, will be closed Saturday, May 29, through Monday, May 31, in observance of Memorial Day. Customers may still obtain a variety of... Read More.

DuBois changes graduation date to Thursday, May 27 at 7:30 p.m.

Thursday, May 27 by wcednews

DuBois, PA – The weather has forced DuBois Area High School to make a major change to the graduation plans for the Class of 2021. Instead of Friday as originally planned, the graduation ceremony will be Thursday, May 27 at 7:30 p.m. The location will remain... Read More.

Body of missing Punxsutawney man found in Allegheny River

Thursday, May 27 by wcednews

Gilpin Township, PA – The body of a Punxsutawney man who went missing during a camping trip was reportedly found in the Allegheny River. The Armstrong County Coroner has identified the remains as 38-year-old Nathan Lauer, who was reported missing by his friend over the... Read More.

70 percent of Pennsylvanians 18 and older received first dose of COVID-19 vaccine

Thursday, May 27 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA - Governor Tom Wolf announced that 70 percent of Pennsylvania’s 18 and older population have received their first dose of COVID-19 vaccination. Pennsylvania is the tenth state in the nation to reach this goal. “Today we hit a significant milestone in our fight... Read More.