Local News

Minivan gets stuck over edge of parking lot in Sykesville

Monday, February 24 by wcednews

Sykesville, PA – A driver that got their vehicle stuck balancing halfway over a steep dropoff at the edge of a parking lot was rescued yesterday in Sykesville. Sykesville Volunteer Fire Department helped stabilize the minivan that had gotten stuck at the edge of the... Read More.

LIHEAP applications accepted until April 10 for home heating help

Monday, February 24 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA – If you or someone you know if having trouble paying a heating bill this winter and meets certain financial guidelines, applications for the LIHEAP program are still being accepted until April 10. The minimum cash benefit that can be received is $200... Read More.

Penn State’s 2020 THON raises $11.7 million for kids battling cancer

Monday, February 24 by wcednews

State College, PA (AP) – Hundreds of Penn State students have raised almost $11.7 million dollars for pediatric cancer patients in the annual 46-hour dance marathon known as Thon! The $11,696,942.38 total was announced Sunday afternoon at the conclusion of the Penn State Interfraternity Council/Panhellenic... Read More.

DuBois Area Jaycees gets new roadway sign

Monday, February 24 by wcednews

DuBois, PA – The DuBois Area Jaycees, also known as the Junior Chamber revamped their sign recently. The sign along Bee-Line Highway had been installed about a dozen years ago, but it was starting to show some wear and tear. Thanks to donations from the community... Read More.

Fugitive of the Week: Kenneth Matthews of Glen Richey for drugs, stalking, threats

Monday, February 24 by wcednews

Clearfield County, PA – Clearfield County has a new Fugitive of the Week. Sheriff Michael Churner has identified 41-year-old Kenneth Matthews from Glen Richey as a fugitive who they are looking for. Matthews lives along the Clearfield-Glen Richey Highway and is wanted for failure to... Read More.

Penn State DuBois faculty and staff members recognized for years of service

Saturday, February 22 by wcednews

DuBois, PA - A group of Penn State DuBois faculty and staff members were celebrated on Feb. 20 at the Length of Service Luncheon. Penn State DuBois annually recognizes faculty and staff members for their years of employment when they reach personal, five-year milestones. Those... Read More.

Man reportedly broke into Brookville home, hid behind couch

Saturday, February 22 by wcednews

Brookville, PA - A 26-year-old man was arrested after allegedly breaking into another person's home and hiding behind the couch. Brookville Borough Police say charges of burglary and other related offenses are still pending against the unnamed 26-year-old Brookville man. He reportedly broke into the victim's... Read More.

Sandy Twp Police: scams, counterfeit bill, neighbor flipping off 73-year-old man

Saturday, February 22 by wcednews

Sandy Township, PA - Sandy Township Police recently dealt with reports about Social Security and credit card scam calls, a counterfeit $50 bill used at Snappy's, and a woman who got her car stuck between Taco Bell and Ruby Tuesday, and a 73-year-old man... Read More.

Clearfield Police: man hiding in basement, man with Texas warrants, kids kicking rocks

Saturday, February 22 by wcednews

Clearfield, PA - Clearfield Borough Police recently found a man trespassing and hiding in a the basement of a home he had broken into, They also handled a hang-up call that turned out to be a possible domestic dispute with a man who had... Read More.

Brookville Police remind that no one will ask for social security number or gift cards

Saturday, February 22 by wcednews

Brookville, PA - After a local resident got a series of scam calls, Brookville Police are advising everyone to be cautious when giving out personal info. Never give money, gift cards, or financial or personal information to anyone that you do not already know. Brookville... Read More.