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Second ECHO elder cottage built in Clearfield County

Monday, August 17 by wcednews

Clearfield, PA – The second elder cottage has been built in Clearfield County, allowing another older person live independently on a relative's property. A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held Thursday, August 13 for the second Elder Cottage Housing Opportunity (ECHO) placed by the Clearfield County Area... Read More.

Relatives as Parents Program for people caring for related children

Monday, August 17 by wcednews

Clearfield, PA – Do you find yourself taking care of a child you're related to, but who is not your own son or daughter? There is a support group of people who know our situation and how tough it can be sometimes. It's called the Relatives... Read More.

Bradley’s book Outlet closing all store locations, including DuBois

Saturday, August 15 by wcednews

DuBois, PA - Bradley's Book Outlet is closing all of its physical locations, including their store in the DuBois Mall. The company had been operating for the past 27 years, but now most of their revenue comes from wholesale and online sales, not from their... Read More.

Patient parking changing at Penn Highlands DuBois East

Saturday, August 15 by wcednews

DuBois, PA – The parking situation for patients is changing at the Penn Highlands DuBois East campus. Starting Monday, August 17, at the East campus of Penn Highlands DuBois on Maple Avenue, patient parking will be designated at the far side of the hospital building,... Read More.

CCAAA Anne S. Thacik auction online only, items can be previewed now

Saturday, August 15 by wcednews

Clearfield, PA – COVID-19 isn’t keeping the Clearfield County Area Agency on Aging down, and it’s not going to stop their fundraiser! This year’s Anne S. Thacik Charity Auction will be held virtually. You can view the auction items online now! There are two different ways... Read More.

$10 Million to Support Pennsylvania Agriculture Producers, Charitable Food System

Saturday, August 15 by wcednews

Lancaster, PA - During a visit to Sauder’s Eggs, Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding announced a $10 million contract with Feeding Pennsylvania to acquire surplus agriculture products from Pennsylvania producers to be funneled through the charitable food system to put fresh, local foods into the... Read More.

No one is alone, mental health help is available in Pennsylvania

Saturday, August 15 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA - If you're dealing with anxiety, depression, or other mental health issues, resources are available in Pennsylvania. You can talk to someone on the phone immediately, as a phone call or text, for free, to help you with these difficult emotions, which... Read More.

DuBois School District gives details on hybrid learning schedule

Friday, August 14 by wcednews

DuBois, PA – DuBois Area School District is making some adjustments to the start of the school year, following along with recommendations from the Department of Health and Department of Education earlier this week. Because Clearfield County falls into the “moderate” range in the COVID-19... Read More.

DuBois Shine car show for FCCF this Saturday

Friday, August 14 by wcednews

DuBois, PA – DuBois Shine is an all new automotive experience coming exclusively to our area. This special event is meant to be a tribute to auto enthusiasts from the past - present - and future. This event will take place on August 15, 2020... Read More.

Police accidentally find geocache at Helen Furnace

Friday, August 14 by wcednews

Clarion County, PA – Police accidentally found a geocache in Clarion County. The metal ammo case was found at Helen Furnace in Highland Township, then brought to the State Police Barracks in Clarion on Aug. 11 around 3 p.m. Police searched the ammo box and found... Read More.