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Report States Asbestos Contamination Tripled in Brockway

Friday, November 28 by wcednews

BROCKWAY - A report by the DEP has shown that asbestos levels in the water have tripled over the last year in Brockway.This stems from the old asbestos cement pipes installed in the 1950s degrading, ultimately leaking into the water supply.The legal limit for... Read More.

Tri-County Gas Price Update

Friday, November 28 by wcednews

UNDATED - Gas prices in the Tri-County area are dropping with the holiday weekend.According to AAA, Jefferson County has dropped the most, going down eight cents to $3.30 dollars a gallon.Clearfield County dropped six cents to $3.33 dollars.Elk County is staying the same at... Read More.

Local Sports Update Friday 11/28

Friday, November 28 by wcednews

District 9 Basketball: Season OpenersBoys:Tonight:Curwensville at Claysburg-Kimmel Tournament (and Saturday)Cameron County at Elk County CatholicGirls:Tonight:DuBois at Bishop Carroll Tournament (and Saturday)College Basketball:Tonight:Ohio State at PittSaturday: Sacred Heart at Penn State Clarion-Penn West at DaemenSunday:St Thomas Aquinas at IUPPittsburgh Penguins:The Pittsburgh Penguins faced off against the Buffalo... Read More.

Clarion Man Jailed for Allegedly Killing DuBois Woman

Wednesday, November 26 by wcednews

CLARION - A Clarion man is facing homicide charges after allegedly killing a DuBois woman.On November 5th police responded to a Main Street apartment in Clarion where they found 45 year-old Rachel Roman dead with a large knife in hand. A witness allegedly told... Read More.

DuBois Man Charged for Alleged Arson

Wednesday, November 26 by wcednews

DUBOIS - A DuBois man is behind bars after allegedly setting a Treasure Lake home on fire Sunday.According to police, 29 year-old Kolton Kemmer allegedly poured gasoline on a box in the garage of the home and set it on fire.Kemmer allegedly admitted to... Read More.

The Importance of Shopping Local

Wednesday, November 26 by wcednews

DUBOIS - As you do your holiday shopping you are encouraged to shop local and make a big difference.Local shops help keep money local, support jobs, events, and keep a municipality running.“There’s so many great gift shops, and coffee shops, and restaurants that we... Read More.

Winter Storm Expected for Holiday Weekend

Wednesday, November 26 by wcednews

UNDATED - A winter storm is expected to sweep across the area this holiday weekend, and you are reminded to practice safe winter driving habits.As Operation Safe Holiday continues statewide, PennDOT officials say that slick roads, poor visibility, and heavy snow make seat belts,... Read More.

PennDOT Closed for Holiday Weekend

Wednesday, November 26 by wcednews

UNDATED – PennDOT offices will be closed for the Thanksgiving holiday.All Drivers License and Photo Centers will close this Thursday, November 27th until Monday December 1st.All online services will be available if needed.

Clearfield Man Sentenced for Sexual Assault

Tuesday, November 25 by wcednews

CLEARFIELD - A Clearfield man was sentenced to spend up to 15 years in state prison after being convicted of molesting a 13 year-old girl. According to police, 37 year-old Lance Spencer had put his hands into the 13 year-old victim’s pants.Now, after being convicted... Read More.

Chainsaw Found in Gaskill Township

Tuesday, November 25 by wcednews

GASKILL TOWNSHIP - Police are investigating a chainsaw found in a wooded area in Bell Township.Police say on November 20th, they found a chainsaw off of State Road 36 in Gaskill Township.If you have any information contact Punxsutawney State Police at (814) 938-0510.