State News

PSP warns that unemployment benefits scams are continuing

Friday, July 30 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA – After a slew of unemployment benefit scams continues not just in PA but across the country, officials are reminding Pennsylvanians to be vigilant of fraud and the warning signs and steps to take if they become a victim. *** Harrisburg, PA – Department... Read More.

Grants available for snowmobile and ATV projects in PA

Friday, July 30 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA -- The Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) Secretary Cindy Adams Dunn announced the department soon will begin accepting applications for grants aiding snowmobile- and all-terrain vehicle-related projects. “Pennsylvania is home to thousands of avid snowmobile and ATV riding enthusiasts,” Dunn said.... Read More.

Fishing license cost will remain same in 2022

Thursday, July 29 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA (July 26) – During its quarterly business meeting held in Harrisburg, the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC) gave preliminary approval to a proposal to establish a single, statewide Opening Day of Trout Season beginning annually in 2022. Under the proposed rulemaking which... Read More.

Pennsylvania prepares for a safe new school year

Wednesday, July 28 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA - With the first day of the 2021-22 school year approximately one month away, the departments of Health (DOH) and Education (PDE) are offering recommendations to families and schools as they safely prepare for in-person teaching and learning. Vaccination DOH and PDE encourage all eligible students ages 12... Read More.

PA makes $97 million investment in clean, lead-free water projects

Tuesday, July 27 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA – PA is investing $97 million for 25 drinking water, wastewater, and stormwater projects across 19 counties, including Jefferson County. Knox Township will get a nearly $3 million grant for water improvement. *** Harrisburg, PA - Governor Tom Wolf announced the investment of $97... Read More.

State Police charge three in Berks County human trafficking ring

Tuesday, July 27 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA – The Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) announced that charges have been filed against three people connected to a drug distribution and human trafficking ring operating in and around Reading, Berks County. Hector M. Rivera, 50, of Reading, PA; Dushawn O. Ellis, 31,... Read More.

DMVA: Important to safeguard DD-214 military paperwork

Sunday, July 25 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA - One of the most important documents for transitioning servicemembers and veterans is their DD-214. Safeguarding this important military document should be a top priority, the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs said. The DD-214 is a document of the United States Department... Read More.

Proposed nursing home regulations could add 1.5 more hours direct care

Thursday, July 22 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA - Wolf Administration officials shared proposed nursing home regulations focused on increasing the quality of care received by residents by increasing the minimum direct care hours by 1.4 more hours each day. The current skilled nursing facility regulations have not been updated... Read More.

Safety tips for kids not eligible yet for COVID-19 vaccine

Thursday, July 22 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA - Department of Human Services (DHS) Acting Secretary Meg Snead and Acting Physician General Dr. Denise Johnson visited the Whitaker Center in Harrisburg to discuss recommendations to keep children and their families safe while children under the age of 12 are not... Read More.

New conservation measures for dead trees to protect bats

Wednesday, July 21 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA -- The Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) announced new conservation measures in certain state forests where federally threatened and endangered bats are found. The new conservation measures (PDF) address traditional firewood collection and... Read More.