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Disaster loans available to small businesses and non-profits for COVID-19 losses

Friday, March 20 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA – Governor Tom Wolf has announced the availability of low-interest loans for small businesses and eligible non-profits in all 67 counties in Pennsylvania through the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). “We are incredibly grateful that the SBA recognized the urgency of this situation... Read More.

First death in Pennsylvania related to COVID-19

Thursday, March 19 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA - The Wolf Administration today confirmed the state’s first COVID-19-related death, an adult from Northampton County. This individual was being treated at a hospital. Statewide, there are 133 cases of COVID-19 reported from commercial, hospital and state labs. There are 1,187 patients who have... Read More.

Nursing homes use technology to keep families in contact

Thursday, March 19 by wcednews

DuBois, PA – With precautions being taken with the COVID-19 virus, nursing homes throughout Pennsylvania are not allowing visitors to enter the facilities, but that doesn't mean that families aren't staying close! Nelson’s Golden Years and other nursing home in our area are helping their... Read More.

Jefferson County, municipalities across state declare disaster emergency

Thursday, March 19 by wcednews

Jefferson County, PA – Jefferson County Commissioners have declared a disaster emergency, as has Punxsutawney Borough. Government, municipal, township, and city buildings have been closed off to the public, although employees will continue to work diligently inside. Officially declaring a disaster emergency means that government officials... Read More.

Restrictions at Penn Highlands and exception to restrictions

Wednesday, March 18 by wcednews

DuBois, PA – Penn Highlands is preparing for an eventual influx of patients due to coronavirus. All Penn Highlands Healthcare inpatient and outpatient services will continue to be fully operational. However, effective immediately, Penn Highlands Healthcare is restricting visitors across all Penn Highlands hospitals in... Read More.

Fire heavily damages house in west Sandy Township

Wednesday, March 18 by wcednews

Sandy Township, PA – Early yesterday morning, a house caught fire on Old Woods Road in the western part of Sandy Township. Fire crews from North Point Fire Company were called out around 2:25 a.m. yesterday and stayed on scene for about three hours to... Read More.

PennDOT closes all Drivers License Centers, extends expiration dates

Wednesday, March 18 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) is implementing the following operational changes in response to Governor Tom Wolf’s mitigation guidance regarding COVID-19. All Driver License Centers and Photo License Centers in Pennsylvania will be closed for two weeks effective close of business... Read More.

Gov. Wolf clarifies essential vs non-essential businesses

Wednesday, March 18 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA – After many people wondered what the difference was between “essential” and “non-essential” businesses, PA Gov. Tom Wolf has given some clarity. He asked, but not mandated, all non-essential businesses to close for the next two weeks. Health care facilities, gas stations, grocery stores,... Read More.

Interview with Dr. Sheehan, Penn Highlands COVID-19 task force

Wednesday, March 18 by wcednews

DuBois, PA - Penn Highlands Healthcare is restricting visitation at its five hospitals, although there are some exceptions. The new COVID-19 task force meets each morning to determine how to better prepare for the eventual possibility of hospitals getting overwhelmed with patients who are... Read More.

PA extends shutdown, orders temp closure of all non-essential businesses

Tuesday, March 17 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA - Pennsylvania is joining the list of states to temporarily close all non-essential businesses. Gov. Tom Wolf has extended the shutdown, which originally only affected the five most heavily populated counties in the state. All essential government and medical services will continue. Other essential... Read More.