State News

More than 100 positive COVID-19 cases in Clearfield County overall

Wednesday, July 22 by wcednews

Pennsylvania – Since testing began, data shows that more than 100 people in Clearfield County tested positive for COVID-19. However, keep in mind that these are cases since the beginning, not current cases. Also, not everyone who might have the novel coronavirus has been tested. Because... Read More.

Wolf likely to veto bill for right-to-know requests during emergencies

Tuesday, July 21 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA – A new bill would required the state to be more transparent during disaster declarations, but it seems as though Gov. Tom Wolf will likely veto that bill. House Bill 2463, which passed in both the House and Senate, would require the office... Read More.

House of Reps bill would ensure COVID-19 death benefits for first responders

Tuesday, July 21 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA – Rep. Torren Ecker (R-Adams/Cumberland) introduced legislation to ensure families of first responders receive line-of-duty death benefits in the event their loved ones die as result of COVID-19. “First responders who die as the result of COVID-19 deserve the same benefits of those... Read More.

Liquor Control Enforcement issues 44 warnings for COVID-19 compliance

Tuesday, July 21 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA – Pennsylvania State Police Liquor Control Enforcement Officers visited 1,524 licensed liquor establishments from Friday, July 17 through Sunday, July 19 as part of its regular work to ensure businesses are abiding by COVID-19 mitigation requirements that include social distancing, masking, and other... Read More.

Avoiding catching easy-target trout during hot weather

Tuesday, July 21 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA – Next time you go trout fishing, avoid easy targets, like trouts that hang around the cool water at the mouths of springs or tributaries. Especially when the weather is hot and dry, trout try to seek out the closest source of cold... Read More.

Amendments would limit governor’s authority during emergency declarations

Monday, July 20 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA - The Pennsylvania House of Representatives and State Senate passed a bill that would limit the governor's powers during a disaster declaration. It would have to be passed as an amendment to the Pennsylvania Constittion to become effective. *** The press release from the... Read More.

No fans in stands for pro or college sports yet

Saturday, July 18 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA (AP) — As Pennsylvania approached 100,000 confirmed cases of the coronavirus on Friday, restaurant and bar owners say they'll fight back against Gov. Tom Wolf’s orders to further limit the number of patrons they’re allowed to serve. Meanwhile, sports teams have submitted plans... Read More.

Third expiration extension for license to carry firearms permits

Saturday, July 18 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA – The Pennsylvania State Police announced that Governor Tom Wolf has granted an additional extension to license to carry firearms permits. Permits expiring on March 19, 2020 or later are now valid through September 30, 2020. The previous extension was set to expire... Read More.

Pennsylvania’s unemployment rate at 13.0 percent in June

Saturday, July 18 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) released its employment situation report for June 2020. Data collected for the June employment situation report was for the reference week of June 7 to 13. Pennsylvania's unemployment rate was down four-tenths of a... Read More.

Hazard pay grants now available for front-line workers in life-sustaining industries

Friday, July 17 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA - Governor Tom Wolf announced the availability of $50 million in grant funding to help employers provide hazard pay to employees in life-sustaining occupations during the COVID-19 pandemic. Hazard pay is intended to keep front-line employees working in vital industry... Read More.

More than 100 positive COVID-19 cases in Clearfield County overall

Wolf likely to veto bill for right-to-know requests during emergencies

House of Reps bill would ensure COVID-19 death benefits for first responders

Avoiding catching easy-target trout during hot weather

Amendments would limit governor’s authority during emergency declarations

No fans in stands for pro or college sports yet

Third expiration extension for license to carry firearms permits

Pennsylvania’s unemployment rate at 13.0 percent in June

Hazard pay grants now available for front-line workers in life-sustaining industries

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