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DuBois Utility Bill Changes

Monday, February 16 by wcednews

DUBOIS - If you’ve opened your utility bill and noticed higher charges, you’re not alone. Many households in DuBois are seeing changes as consolidation takes effect. City officials say new monthly “Debt Service” charges, $15 dollars for water and $20 dollars for sewer, are replacing... Read More.

Brockway School District Investing In Upgrades

Monday, February 16 by wcednews

BROCKWAY - The Brockway School District is investing over $50,000 dollars in new school equipment and facility improvements. The district approved $28,840 dollars on electrical switches. An additional $6,530 dollars will be used to purchase bleachers for the Field House Auxiliary Gym. They also approved $15,000... Read More.

Curwensville Man Sentenced for Grooming Teen

Friday, February 13 by wcednews

CURWENSVILLE - A Curwensville man will be spending up to a year in county jail after pleading guilty to grooming a teenage employee. We previously reported that 29 year-old Dakota Pline was accused of hugging, whistling, and making sexual comments to a 17 year-old... Read More.

Congressional Candidate Ray Bilger Makes Campaign Stop in DuBois

Friday, February 13 by wcednews

DUBOIS - During a campaign kickoff stop in DuBois, Ray Bilger, Democratic candidate for Pennsylvania’s 15th Congressional District, met with voters and outlined his priorities. Bilger says his campaign is focused on affordability, opportunity healthcare, and infrastructure. He also touted his decades of experience in... Read More.

Shopping Local for Valentines Day

Friday, February 13 by wcednews

DUBOIS - With Valentines Day just around the corner, you are reminded to shop local. After a tough winter, many small businesses are facing ongoing challenges. Jodi August with the DuBois Chamber of Commerce is asking you to help support our small businesses and keep... Read More.

A Day of Hope in DuBois

Friday, February 13 by wcednews

DUBOIS - City of DuBois officials visited DuBois Middle and High Schools proclaiming today as the Day of Hope. This event highlights the Hope Squad, a school based program that trains students and adults to recognize warning signs and speak up when someone needs help. Christine... Read More.

Tri-County Weekly Gas Price Update

Friday, February 13 by wcednews

UNDATED - Gas prices are still up in the Tri-County area. According to AAA, Elk County went up six cents to an average $3.33 dollars. Clearfield County went down one cent to $3.24 dollars a gallon. Jefferson County is still at the lowest average, going down three... Read More.

Falls Creek Man Accused of Solicitating “Teen”

Thursday, February 12 by wcednews

LOGAN TOWNSHIP - A Falls Creek Man has been jailed after allegedly attempting to have sexual encounters with who he thought was a teenage girl. According to Logan Township Police, they received messages between 28 year-old Nicholas Cristini and the group 814 Pred Hunters disguised... Read More.

Inmate Accused of Throwing Urine

Thursday, February 12 by wcednews

JEFFERSON COUNTY - An inmate at the Jefferson County Jail is facing assault charges after allegedly throwing a cup of urine at another inmate. On January 23rd State Police say that 26 year-old Brandon Pearce allegedly urinated into a cup and threw it through the... Read More.

Pride and Prejudice Premiering at Reitz Theater

Thursday, February 12 by wcednews

DUBOIS - This weekend, you can watch “Pride and Prejudice” at the Reitz Theater in DuBois. “Pride and Prejudice” follows Elizabeth Bennet, a smart and sharp-tongued young woman and her complicated relationship with the misunderstood and reserved Mr. Darcy, as the story unfolds, both characters... Read More.