DuBois Woman Accused of Selling Prescription Pills

Wednesday, June 24 by wcednews

DUBOIS - A DuBois woman is facing several charges after allegedly selling prescription pills. In July of last year police were contacted by an individual who claimed that 55 year-old Donna Hampshire would sell them pills including Adderall and Xanax. An undercover officer then allegedly bought... Read More.

Clearfield Councilman Resigns

Wednesday, June 24 by wcednews

CLEARFIELD - Another member of the Clearfield Borough Council has resigned. At last week's meeting, First Ward Councilman William Armstrong raised concerns about the borough's recent performance, criticizing budget oversight and saying it has left taxpayers facing the financial consequences. Armstrong later submitted his resignation from... Read More.

Local Scouting Growing

Wednesday, June 24 by wcednews

UNDATED - More than 700 young people are involved in Scouting across our region, with local leaders saying the program continues to make a difference in the community. Eagle Scout and Cub Camp Director Joe Griffin says 22 local Scouts earned the rank of Eagle... Read More.

Clearfield Woman Accused of Assaulting ICU Nurse

Tuesday, June 23 by wcednews

DUBOIS - A Clearfield woman is facing several charges after allegedly biting and spitting on a DuBois ICU nurse. On June 18th police responded to the DuBois ICU for reports of an assault against a nurse. Once on scene police learned that 32 year-old Tiffani Peters... Read More.

Police Investigating Cat Shooting

Tuesday, June 23 by wcednews

MAHAFFEY - Police are asking for your help in a cat shooting investigation. According to State Police on June 18th at around 1:30pm the victim stated they heard a possible gunshot around 658 Bethlehem Hill Road in Mahaffey. The victim then said shortly after their cat... Read More.

Efforts Underway to Fix DuBois Waterfall

Tuesday, June 23 by wcednews

DUBOIS - Efforts are underway to rebuild the waterfall at the end of the Boulevard in DuBois. City officials say the project could cost well over $100,000. However, much of the labor is being donated, with Mayor Barry Abbott saying community members are stepping up... Read More.

PennDOT Seeking Project Input

Tuesday, June 23 by wcednews

UNDATED - PennDOT is looking for your input on transportation projects planned across Pennsylvania. The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation is now accepting public comments on their draft 2027 Statewide Transportation Improvement Program, which focuses on road, bridge, and other transportation projects to receive funding over... Read More.

Legislation Introduced to Expand Explicit Image Prosecution

Tuesday, June 23 by wcednews

UNDATED - A new piece of legislation introduced aims to expand penalties for sharing explicit images. If approved, House Bill 2252 would make sure people who unlawfully share intimate images can be held accountable regardless of their relationship to the victim, with penalties increasing based... Read More.

Altoona Man Pleads Guilty to Indecent Assault

Monday, June 22 by wcednews

UNDATED - An Altoona man will spend up to five years in state prison after pleading guilty to inappropriately touching a 13 year-old girl. According to court documents, 61 year-old Elwood Queen Jr. was accused of inappropriately touching a 13 year-old girl in Beccaria Township... Read More.

Jefferson County Inmate Accused of Assault

Monday, June 22 by wcednews

JEFFERSON COUNTY - An inmate at the Jefferson County Jail is facing assault charges after allegedly attacking a corrections officer. According to State Police on April 10th 26 year-old Brandon Pearce was receiving medication when the nurse confronted him about trying to hide pills under... Read More.