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Tri-County Weekly Gas Price Update

Friday, March 27 by wcednews

UNDATED - Local average gas prices are creeping towards four dollars a gallon. According to AAA, Jefferson County is still the lowest average at $3.85 dollars a gallon, up 22 cents. Clearfield County went up 19 cents to $3.94 dollars. In Elk County prices are the highest... Read More.

Duo Charged for Stolen License Plate/Drugs

Thursday, March 26 by wcednews

CLEARFIELD - Two people are facing several charges after police allegedly found a stolen license plate and drugs. On March 19th, police pulled over a vehicle for displaying an improper license plate. After investigating, police learned the plate was stolen. A subsequent search allegedly revealed multiple... Read More.

Hop N’ Shop Returns to DuBois

Thursday, March 26 by wcednews

DUBOIS - This weekend you are invited to enjoy the spring weather as you take part in the third annual Hop N’ Shop in Downtown DuBois. Held this Saturday from 10am to 4pm you will be given bags at select businesses, while visiting the 12... Read More.

Fentanyl Detection Dog Bill Passes House

Thursday, March 26 by wcednews

UNDATED - A new piece of legislation that would certify police dogs to detect fentanyl has passed the House of Representatives. House Bill 1344, introduced by State Representative Mike Armanini, is now going to the Senate for consideration after passing a unanimous vote in the... Read More.

House Passes Minimum Wage Increase

Thursday, March 26 by wcednews

UNDATED - The Pennsylvania House of Representatives have passed a bill that would increase the minimum wage. If implemented, this bill would increase the state’s minimum wage from $7.25 dollars an hour to a total of $15 dollars an hour, increasing gradually over a three... Read More.

Clearfield High School Advisor Accused of Stealing Over $12,000

Wednesday, March 25 by wcednews

CLEARFIELD - A Clearfield High School Advisor has been charged after allegedly stealing over $12,000 dollars from fundraisers. Police began investigating 48 year-old Denise McGranor of Weedville after receiving reports that $12,344.25 dollars went missing. Throughout the investigation, police learned that McGranor was in charge of... Read More.

Punxsutawney Man Accused of Placing Hidden Camera in Gym

Wednesday, March 25 by wcednews

PUNXSUTAWNEY - A Punxsutawney man has been jailed after allegedly placing a hidden camera at a gym. On March 18th police responded to Anytime Fitness in Punxsutawney after finding a pen with a hidden camera inside in the tanning room. After investigation, police learned that 30... Read More.

More Detailed Trial Dates Set for Suplizio/Shaffer

Wednesday, March 25 by wcednews

UNDATED - More detailed trial dates has been set for former DuBois City Manager John “Herm” Suplizio and former city employee Roberta “Bobbie” Shaffer. According to court documents, jury selection is scheduled for Monday June 1st with the trial officially beginning on Tuesday June 2nd... Read More.

DuBois High School Presenting “Nice Work If You Can Get It”

Wednesday, March 25 by wcednews

DUBOIS - You are invited to watch the “Nice Work If You Can Get It” musical by the DuBois High School this week. This fast paced romantic comedy follows a fun-loving socialite whose plans get uprooted when they meet a bootlegger and her crew. Students describe... Read More.

DEP Investigating Oil Spills in Susquehanna River

Wednesday, March 25 by wcednews

CLEARFIELD - The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection is investigating oil spills along the West Branch of the Susquehanna River in Clearfield. Officials say they were notified on March 9th after receiving reports of strong odors and a thin layer of oil on the water. Despite... Read More.