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State court strikes down school mask mandate, Gov. Wolf appeals

Thursday, November 11 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA – The battle continues on masking in Pennsylvania schools, with a state court striking down the mask mandate on Wednesday, saying that the PA acting health secretary did not have the authority to issue the mandate. However, within hours of that court decision,... Read More.

Statewide recount in PA Commonwealth Court between Dumas and Crompton

Thursday, November 11 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA — The race was too close for the two open seats for the PA Commonwealth Court. There will be a recount between the second- and third-place finishers, Democrat Lori Dumas and Republican Drew Crompton. Dumas is very slightly ahead. If the votes are recounted... Read More.

$3 million support for PA farmer-veterans, services available for agriculture post-service

Thursday, November 11 by wcednews

Pennsylvania – On this Veterans Day, Pennsylvania is highlighting how after veterans come home from their service, some of them are choosing to go into farming and other agricultural fields. Since 2015, Pennsylvania has invested more than $3 million to support the commonwealth's farmer-veterans who... Read More.

No USPS mail, driver’s license centers, or banks open on Veterans Day

Wednesday, November 10 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA – PennDOT Driver's License Centers and DMVs will be closed this Thursday to observe Veterans Day. The USPS postal system mail also won't be delivered on Thursday. UPS and FedEx will continue doing some pickup and delivery services. Most bank offices will... Read More.

PA discusses school bus safety for kids, results of Operation Safe Stop

Wednesday, November 10 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) was joined by the Pennsylvania State Police, the Pennsylvania Department of Education, Lower Allen Township Police, and West Shore School District transportation partners to reinforce the importance of school transportation safety and highlight the potential school transportation... Read More.

School mask mandate in PA expected to end in January, says Gov. Wolf

Tuesday, November 9 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA – A date is on the horizon for when schools will be able to make their own decisions regarding masks... January 17, 2022. Governor Tom Wolf announced the intention to return the commonwealth’s K-12 school mask requirement to local leaders on Jan. 17. Once the... Read More.

Gov. Wolf applauds CDC approval of COVID-19 vaccines for kids 5-11

Thursday, November 4 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA - Pennsylvania officials are applauding the CDC's approval of the pediatric Pfizer vaccine for children ages 5 through 11. They say that vaccine providers in PA are ready to administer shots as soon as possible. With parental consent, children ages 5 through 11... Read More.

Gov. Wolf: State insurance exchange now open 2022 health care coverage

Wednesday, November 3 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA - Governor Tom Wolf announced the start of November begins the 2022 Open Enrollment Period for health care coverage through Pennie, Pennsylvania’s state-based health insurance marketplace. “Pennie is the one-stop shop for Pennsylvanians’ health care needs,” Gov. Wolf said. “With Pennie, Pennsylvanians have... Read More.

Wear it! Mandatory life jacket requirement November-April

Tuesday, November 2 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA – With vibrant, changing foliage as a colorful backdrop to any adventure during the fall season, the lure of a relaxing paddle along a scenic river, stream, or lake is hard to resist. To ensure boaters return home safely, the Pennsylvania Fish... Read More.

Department of State urges voters to know their rights at the polls

Saturday, October 30 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA – Acting Secretary of State Veronica Degraffenreid encouraged Pennsylvanians to educate themselves about their rights before they vote in person on November 2. "Voters have the right to vote at the polls on Election Day without harassment or intimidation," Secretary Degraffenreid said. "They can find a wealth of information about their... Read More.

State court strikes down school mask mandate, Gov. Wolf appeals

Statewide recount in PA Commonwealth Court between Dumas and Crompton

$3 million support for PA farmer-veterans, services available for agriculture post-service

No USPS mail, driver’s license centers, or banks open on Veterans Day

PA discusses school bus safety for kids, results of Operation Safe Stop

School mask mandate in PA expected to end in January, says Gov. Wolf

Gov. Wolf applauds CDC approval of COVID-19 vaccines for kids 5-11

Gov. Wolf: State insurance exchange now open 2022 health care coverage

Wear it! Mandatory life jacket requirement November-April

Department of State urges voters to know their rights at the polls

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