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PennDOT reopens indoor facilities at three more rest areas

Tuesday, May 12 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) is reopening indoor facilities at three additional rest areas statewide. PennDOT’s rest areas were temporarily closed statewide on March 17 in response to Governor Tom Wolf’s mitigation guidance regarding COVID-19 to ensure that proper safety and... Read More.

Jefferson County man arrested for shooting, killing his roommate

Monday, May 11 by wcednews

Corsica, PA – One Jefferson County man is dead and his roommate is behind bars after a fatal shooting during an argument Sunday morning. The Pennsylvania State Police in collaboration with Jefferson County District Attorney Jeffrey Burkett’s Office have arrested 65-year-old William Joseph Sivak, Jr.... Read More.

Bilger’s Rocks Park vandalized and damaged

Monday, May 11 by wcednews

Clearfield County, PA – A beloved park and natural landmark was severely damaged recently. According to the Bilger's Rocks Facebook page, “Someone broke into a donation box, tried to burn a live tree, burnt a picnic table, broke the s hook on a swing set... Read More.

J.C. Penney reportedly planning to close 200 stores nationwide

Monday, May 11 by wcednews

Plano, TX – J.C. Penney is reportedly likely to file for bankruptcy soon and start plans to close 200 stores nationwide, perhaps as early as this week, as the company is currently $4 billion in debt. J.C. Penney has nearly 850 stores right now, including... Read More.

Paving project begins on Route 219, near I-80 DuBois-Brockway interchange

Monday, May 11 by wcednews

DuBois, PA – Expect some minor traffic delays as a paving project begins in Sandy Township, on Route 219 near the exit 97/DuBois-Brockway I-80 interchange. The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) is alerting motorists that milling and paving operations are set to begin Monday, May... Read More.

Clearfield and Punxsy Driver License Centers open on limited basis

Monday, May 11 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announced today that beginning May 9, 2020, additional Driver License and Photo License Centers in yellow phase counties will reopen, adhering to restrictions on work and social interaction set by Governor Tom Wolf and the... Read More.

Paving in Penn Highlands DuBois West parking lot this week

Monday, May 11 by wcednews

DuBois, PA – Due to paving scheduled in the hospital's main parking lot for this week (starting May 11), patients and visitors of Penn Highlands DuBois West campus should be aware of traffic flow changes. They'll have signs to direct vehicles where to go.

Hit and run damages a tractor-trailer in Brookville

Saturday, May 9 by wcednews

Brookville, PA - An individual is facing multiple charges after a hit and run incident occurring on May 5. The individual is accused of striking a tractor trailer at the Flying J Travel Plaza while a victim was still inside before fleeing the scene. The Brookville... Read More.

Brockway closes Taylor Memorial Park until further notice

Saturday, May 9 by wcednews

Brockway, PA - Acknowledging the difficulties facing events for Memorial Day and the Fourth of July, the Brockway Borough Council is asking its solicitor to draw up a resolution closing Taylor Memorial Park until further notice. The council said that they will follow all state... Read More.

Penn State virtual spring commencement Saturday at 2 p.m.

Saturday, May 9 by wcednews

DuBois, PA - Because of COVID-19 regulations, all Penn State students who are graduating this spring will be celebrating online on Saturday with a virtual ceremony. In celebration of the completion of the academic experience of more than 14,000 Penn State students during this global... Read More.