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Last day to enroll in Pennie, state-based health coverage during open enrollment

Friday, January 15 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA - Governor Tom Wolf reminded Pennsylvanians that Friday, Jan. 15 is the deadline to enroll at pennie.com for health coverage that includes free testing and treatment for COVID-19. “All plans provide free coverage for COVID-19 testing and treatment and there are many affordable... Read More.

Extra security at Pennsylvania Capitol building, but no current threats

Friday, January 15 by wcednews

HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — The agency that protects the Pennsylvania Capitol building says officials aren't aware of specific threats to the facility but are bolstering security measures. Troy Thompson with the Department of General Services, which oversees Capitol Police, said Thursday there are additional officers... Read More.

$500,000 in grants available to get young people interested in agriculture

Thursday, January 14 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA - During the virtual 2021 Pennsylvania Farm Show, Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding announced the availability of $500,000 through the Pennsylvania Farm Bill’s Ag and Youth Grant Program to fund projects such as ag education and workforce development programs, seminars and field trips,... Read More.

PA State Police confiscate more than $15 million of drugs in last quarter of 2020

Wednesday, January 13 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA – The Pennsylvania State Police announced that troopers confiscated $15,272,119 worth of cocaine, heroin, fentanyl, and other illicit drugs in the fourth quarter of 2020. In total, state police seized more than $45 million worth of illegal drugs in 2020, including over 300 pounds of... Read More.

Voters in Westmoreland County will elect replacement for late Rep. Reese

Wednesday, January 13 by wcednews

HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — Voters in a western Pennsylvania state House district will pick a representative to fill what is now a vacant seat during the May 18 primary. Speaker Bryan Cutler announced Tuesday the special election to replace Westmoreland County Republican Rep. Mike Reese,... Read More.

After challenge by Republicans, Democrat Jim Brewster takes seat in PA Senate

Wednesday, January 13 by wcednews

HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — Republicans who control Pennsylvania’s state Senate say they'll stop blocking a Democrat from taking his seat in the chamber. The change of heart came Tuesday after Jim Brewster's unsuccessful Republican challenger lost another bid in court Tuesday to overturn the results... Read More.

Phase 1B of vaccination plan likely to start soon in PA, while vaccines still happening for Phase 1A

Tuesday, January 12 by wcednews

HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — Pennsylvania will soon begin vaccinating people 75 years and older and “essential workers” like police officers, grocery store clerks and teachers. That’s according to the state health secretary. Dr. Rachel Levine said Monday that the state remains focused on giving the... Read More.

Remove state officials from higher COVID-19 vaccine priority, urges Rep. Benninghoff

Tuesday, January 12 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA – Pennsylvania House Majority Leader Kerry Benninghoff (R-Centre/Mifflin) sent a letter to Pennsylvania Secretary of Health Dr. Rachel Levine and Gov. Tom Wolf asking that members of the Pennsylvania General Assembly, statewide elected officials, and appointed state officials be removed from Phase... Read More.

Extra $300 in unemployment payment will begin in PA

Tuesday, January 12 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA – Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) Acting Secretary Jennifer Berrier announced that thousands of Pennsylvanians will begin receiving an extra $300 per week in unemployment payments starting this week. The extension of the Federal Pandemic Unemployment Compensation (FPUC) program is... Read More.

Pennsylvania updates plans for vaccine phases, gives new info about distribution

Monday, January 11 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA - Governor Tom Wolf and Secretary of Health Dr. Rachel Levine announced the fourth version of the plan, detailing the updates and how the state is working to ensure safe, swift implementation. The commonwealth’s COVID-19 vaccination distribution plan was designed to be fluid... Read More.

Last day to enroll in Pennie, state-based health coverage during open enrollment

Extra security at Pennsylvania Capitol building, but no current threats

$500,000 in grants available to get young people interested in agriculture

PA State Police confiscate more than $15 million of drugs in last quarter of 2020

Voters in Westmoreland County will elect replacement for late Rep. Reese

After challenge by Republicans, Democrat Jim Brewster takes seat in PA Senate

Phase 1B of vaccination plan likely to start soon in PA, while vaccines still happening for Phase 1A

Remove state officials from higher COVID-19 vaccine priority, urges Rep. Benninghoff

Extra $300 in unemployment payment will begin in PA

Pennsylvania updates plans for vaccine phases, gives new info about distribution

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