$600K in volunteer fire assistance grants awarded to 109 departments

$600K in volunteer fire assistance grants awarded to 109 departments

Thursday, August 19 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA – Pennsylvania has awarded $602,306 in grants to help our state’s rural communities increase protection from wildfires. The grants were awarded to qualifying local firefighting forces in rural areas and communities with fewer than 10,000 people. The funding may be used for training and... Read More.

270 state-owned vehicles available for purchase at PA’s August 24 auction

Thursday, August 19 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA – Individuals interested in purchasing a quality used government vehicle will have the opportunity to do so as 270 vehicles will be up for public purchase at the Commonwealth's August Auction on Tuesday, August 24 at the Manheim Keystone Pennsylvania building near... Read More.

Last day for nominations for Best of Tri-County 2021

Wednesday, August 18 by wcednews

DuBois, PA - You can nominate your favorite local businesses for Best of Tri-County until tonight, Wednesday, Aug. 18! There are more than 100 categories in our Quest for the Best… Categories for restaurants, retail, manufacturing, and even best place to work! Nominate your favorite doctor,... Read More.

DuBois Diner closed due to lack of employees

Wednesday, August 18 by wcednews

DuBois, PA - The DuBois Diner is closed due to staffing issues. The diner's management says they have had numerous ads out for hiring employees, but they are not getting the applications they need to run efficiently. Click Here to see the DuBois Diner Facebook... Read More.

Reports of man seen walking with rifle in DuBois

Wednesday, August 18 by wcednews

DuBois, PA – Streets were shut down briefly Tuesday afternoon in DuBois near the Walnut Avenue area for reports of a man walking around with the rifle. People in the area were told to lock their doors and stay inside. A man was reportedly taken into... Read More.

Event with author Nick Hoffman and Queen of Tarts tonight

Wednesday, August 18 by wcednews

DuBois, PA - Enjoy a Chamber After Hours event today, Aug. 18 with Nick Hoffman, Author of “He Was There All The Time” and newest DuBois Chamber member, Queen of Tarts. Join us for a special book signing with author Nick Hoffman at Queen of... Read More.

Game Commission: No evidence deer can spread COVID-19 to humans

Wednesday, August 18 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA - The Pennsylvania Game Commission responded to recent reports about the connection between COVID-19 and deer, pointing out there’s no evidence deer can spread the virus to humans or that humans are at risk of contracting the virus from consuming venison. As always,... Read More.

Travel delays for Ridgway Route 949, Route 28 during box culvert project

Wednesday, August 18 by wcednews

Ridgway, PA – Drivers in Ridgway should expect significant travel delays on Thursday as sections of a box culvert are being transported to where it will be installed on Route 949. The project itself is expected to be finished in late October. *** Ridgway, PA –... Read More.

Pennsylvanians reminded to monitor weather, watch for heavy rain

Wednesday, August 18 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA – Governor Tom Wolf is reminding Pennsylvanians to be aware that widespread rain and potential flooding Wednesday could have impacts across much of Pennsylvania. Rainfall totals of 2 to 3 inches with locally higher amounts are possible... Read More.

All counties in our area at substantial or high COVID-19 level

Tuesday, August 17 by wcednews

Pennsylvania - All counties in our listening area are now in either the "substantial" or "high" COVID-19 transmission level, according to CDC data. Jefferson and Clearfield Counties are both in the high level, meaning at least 100 cases for every 100,000 people. Clarion and Elk Counties... Read More.