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Juneteenth – National Freedom Day

Friday, June 19 by wcednews

Pennsylvania - Today (Friday) is the first anniversary of Pennsylvania declaring June 19 as Juneteenth National Freedom Day in Pennsylvania. Governor Wolf is encouraging Pennsylvanians to reflect on the importance of the state holiday and the continued need for a fair and just society. “This Juneteenth,... Read More.

Did COVID-19 force you to cancel your wedding? Some advice for staying positive

Friday, June 19 by wcednews

Erie, PA – Has the pandemic forced you to cancel your wedding plans? Like many other things, wedding ceremonies are another victim of COVID-19 precautions and regulations. It can be hard to plan a wedding when you don't know what the future holds... what will... Read More.

PA uses primary data to better prepare for general election

Friday, June 19 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA - Governor Tom Wolf signed into law House Bill 2502, now Act 35 of 2020, that requires the Department of State to publish a report on the June 2, 2020, primary election. The report will help identify any necessary changes to the... Read More.

Human remains in Elk County identified as man missing since August 2018

Thursday, June 18 by wcednews

Jones Township, PA – The human remains that were found on Sunday in Elk County have been identified as 53-year-old Frank Gillespie, a local man who had been reported missing in August 2018. Gillespie had gone missing from his home in James City, Elk County,... Read More.

PA one of only three states recognized by CDC for COVID-19 reduction success

Thursday, June 18 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA – As states across the country begin to reopen and nearly half are seeing COVID-19 cases rise, Governor Tom Wolf announced Friday that Pennsylvania is not one of them. Then at a daily COVID briefing on Wednesday with Health Secretary Dr. Rachel Levine,... Read More.

Yard sale to benefit Girl Scouts, DuBois Food Pantry

Thursday, June 18 by wcednews

Brady Township, PA - The DuBois Food Pantry and Girl Scout Troop 26255 are having a yard sale at the Brady Township Community Center today, tomorrow, and Saturday. Items are donated by the Walmart Distribution Center. Thursday, June 18 from 9 to 5... Friday, June 19... Read More.

Effort to rename Ridgway bridge after veterans, 5 years after partial collapse

Thursday, June 18 by wcednews

Ridgway, PA – Today marks the fifth anniversary of the partial collapse of the North Broad Street Bridge in Ridgway. Now with the bridge rebuilt, Rep. Matt Gabler (a Republican serving Elk and Clearfield Counties) says his effort to rename the structure that carries Route... Read More.

Penn State plans to resume on-campus work and learning in fall semester

Thursday, June 18 by wcednews

University Park, PA — Following a three-month comprehensive planning process, Penn State officials have determined that the University can meet or exceed the Pennsylvania Department of Education’s guidelines for colleges and universities, and look forward to welcoming back faculty, staff and students to resume... Read More.

Symptoms of Lyme disease and COVID-19 can look very similar

Wednesday, June 17 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA – This time of the year is one of the worst times for ticks and Lyme disease, and what's particularly unfortunate in 2020 is that some symptoms of Lyme disease, such as fever, chills and headache, are similar to symptoms of COVID-19. You... Read More.

Overnight tractor-trailer crash on I-80 westbound

Wednesday, June 17 by wcednews

Lawrence Township, PA – A tractor-trailer overturned on Interstate 80 Tuesday night. Lawrence Township fire crews were originally told that someone was trapped inside the tractor-trailer's cab, but the driver was out of the vehicle by the time they arrived. Interstate 80 Westbound had one lane... Read More.

Juneteenth – National Freedom Day

Juneteenth – National Freedom Day

Did COVID-19 force you to cancel your wedding? Some advice for staying positive

PA uses primary data to better prepare for general election

Human remains in Elk County identified as man missing since August 2018

PA one of only three states recognized by CDC for COVID-19 reduction success

Yard sale to benefit Girl Scouts, DuBois Food Pantry

Effort to rename Ridgway bridge after veterans, 5 years after partial collapse

Penn State plans to resume on-campus work and learning in fall semester

Symptoms of Lyme disease and COVID-19 can look very similar

Overnight tractor-trailer crash on I-80 westbound

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