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Rep. Matt Gabler says 2020 will be his final year in State House

Thursday, January 23 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA – State Rep. Matt Gabler (R-Clearfield/Elk) is announcing that 2020 will be his final year in the State House. With just under a year remaining in the current legislative session, Gabler is informing his constituents that he will not seek to serve... Read More.

Philly Flyers mascot Gritty allegedly punches child

Thursday, January 23 by wcednews

Philadelphia, PA (AP) — Police say Philadelphia Flyers mascot Gritty is under investigation for allegedly assaulting a 13-year-old boy during a photo shoot. Chris Greenwell and his son Brandon met Gritty at an event for season ticket holders on Nov. 19. Brandon patted Gritty on the... Read More.

Auditor General tours PA tech schools that offer hands-on skills

Wednesday, January 22 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA – Auditor General Eugene DePasquale toured the Dauphin County Technical School and met with students to discuss how skilled trades and technical schools can offer students a direct path to a solid career. “Not every student looking for a solid career wants to... Read More.

$1 million in grants given to 36 PA colleges to combat sexual assault

Tuesday, January 21 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA – State and national leaders of the “It’s On Us” initiative joined Secretary of Education Pedro A. Rivera recently to announce nearly $1 million in grants from to combat campus sexual assault at 36 colleges and universities. Governor Tom Wolf says he... Read More.

Pittsburgh named in top 10 human trafficking cities, Reps work to combat the crime

Tuesday, January 21 by wcednews

Pittsburgh, PA – Pittsburgh was recently named one of the top ten cities in the United States for human trafficking, and the House of Representatives is working on a package of bills that would strengthen current laws against human trafficking, give victims better ability... Read More.

Spotted lanternfly costing Pennsylvania $50 million annually

Saturday, January 18 by wcednews

State College, PA - A large, colorful pest from Asia (called the Spotted Lanternfly) is costing the Pennsylvania economy about $50 million and eliminating nearly 500 jobs each year. That's according to a Penn State study released Thursday. The study represents researchers’ first attempt to quantify... Read More.

PA Powerball® and Mega Millions® tickets now available for purchase online

Saturday, January 18 by wcednews

Middletown, PA – Pennsylvania Lottery officials today announced that players will now be able to purchase Powerball® and Mega Millions® tickets online through the iLottery platform at pailottery.com. “We are excited to announce that we are now selling Powerball and Mega Millions tickets online,” said... Read More.

PA Game Commission announces new Wildlife Protection Director

Saturday, January 18 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA - The Pennsylvania Game Commission’s Bureau of Wildlife Protection has a new director. Jason Decoskey, who has worked for the agency since 2001, in his new position is responsible for overseeing and directing law enforcement operations. Decoskey succeeds Randy Shoup, who recently retired. Decoskey... Read More.

“Everyone Counts” in the 2020 US Census; letters will be sent April 1

Friday, January 17 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA – Recently in Harrisburg, officials from the Wolf Administration including Second Lady Gisele Fetterman, representatives from the Department of Community of Economic Development (DCED), and Department of Human Services (DHS) Secretary Teresa Miller joined state officials, stakeholders, and others at a Capitol... Read More.

Safe2Say Something program gets 40,000 anonymous tips in first year

Thursday, January 16 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA – On the one year anniversary of the Safe2Say program, Attorney General Josh Shapiro yesterday announced Pennsylvania’s anonymous reporting system for schools, students and community members, “Safe2Say Something PA” has reached more than 40,000 tips from across the Commonwealth. “Safe2Say Something PA empowers... Read More.

Rep. Matt Gabler says 2020 will be his final year in State House

Philly Flyers mascot Gritty allegedly punches child

Auditor General tours PA tech schools that offer hands-on skills

$1 million in grants given to 36 PA colleges to combat sexual assault

Pittsburgh named in top 10 human trafficking cities, Reps work to combat the crime

Spotted lanternfly costing Pennsylvania $50 million annually

PA Powerball® and Mega Millions® tickets now available for purchase online

PA Game Commission announces new Wildlife Protection Director

“Everyone Counts” in the 2020 US Census; letters will be sent April 1

Safe2Say Something program gets 40,000 anonymous tips in first year

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