State News

Free child car seat checks offered this week

Monday, November 21 by wcednews

UNDATED — A pair of free child car seat checks will be offered in the Tri-County area this week as part of Pennsylvania’s “Click It or Ticket” campaign. State Police Child Passenger Safety Technicians will be available to check your car seats for suitability, proper... Read More.

Midterm Election Day guide – Tuesday, November 8th

Tuesday, November 8 by wcednews

UNDATED – It is midterm election day in the Tri-County area. Polls open at 7 this morning, and they will close at 8 tonight. The major races on the ballot today include the race for Governor of Pennsylvania where Republican Doug Mastriano is facing Democrat Josh... Read More.

Changes coming for antlerless deer license applications

Monday, November 7 by wcednews

HARRISBURG — If you are a deer hunter, expect some changes next year in how you apply for Pennsylvania antlerless deer licenses. It was made official Friday by the Pennsylvania Game Commission that legislation enacted in Harrisburg last week will allow hunters to buy antlerless... Read More.

Brockway student wins first place honors in PennDOT poster contest

Monday, October 17 by wcednews

Brockway, PA - A local student was recognized in Harrisburg for her involvement in a state-wide public safety campaign. Brockway's Razayah Keller won first place in PennDOT's School Bus Safety Poster Contest in the Grade 6-8 category. Her poster will now move on to the... Read More.

Government offices and services closed in observance of Columbus Day

Monday, October 10 by wcednews

HARRISBURG – Today is the observance of Columbus Day, so all state and federal government offices and services are closed. Also closed for the holiday today are all Pennsylvania Department of Transportation's driver license and photo centers. If you need any driver or vehicle products... Read More.

PA State Police seize more than $13 million worth of drugs in three months

Monday, October 10 by wcednews

HARRISBURG – Illegal drugs valued at more than $13 million were taken off the streets by Pennsylvania State Police during the months of July, August, and September. The third quarter haul for state troopers included more than 108 pounds of cocaine valued at more than $2.3... Read More.

2023 Pennsylvania Farm Show theme announced

Monday, October 3 by wcednews

HARRISBURG – The theme of the 2023 Pennsylvania Farm Show has been announced. The 107th annual event will bear the theme: Rooted in Progress. Pennsylvania Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding made the announcement Friday. The next Pennsylvania Farm Show will run from Saturday, January 7th... Read More.

Fall foliage reports to be available online beginning Thursday

Monday, September 26 by wcednews

HARRISBURG – Will the fall foliage colors be bright and beautiful this year? You will soon have a chance to check updates on the fall colors in Pennsylvania through the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources website. Beginning Thursday, September 29th, fall foliage reports will... Read More.

It’s “Click It or Ticket” enforcement week

Monday, September 19 by wcednews

PUNXSUTAWNEY – The Pennsylvania State Police program, “Click It or Ticket,” is in full force this week in the Tri-County area. During the week, state troopers are adopting a zero-tolerance policy while enforcing state seat belt and child passenger restraint laws. If you are... Read More.

Area groups to receive over $3 million from the American Rescue Plan to support small businesses

Saturday, September 17 by wcednews

HARRISBURG – A pair of Tri-County area economic development groups will soon receive more than $3 million to help supply a loan program designed to support small businesses. The Clearfield County Economic Development Corporation, also known as Clearly Ahead Development, will get a total of... Read More.