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PA transfers $145 million in funds to support businesses affected by COVID-19

Thursday, December 24 by wcednews

HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — Pennsylvania's governor wants to use $145 million in a worker’s compensation fund to help businesses cope with the coronavirus pandemic. Democratic Gov. Tom Wolf's proposal would require a vote from the Republican-majority Legislature to appropriate the money, and there has been... Read More.

Gov. Wolf signs winter weather emergency proclamation

Wednesday, December 16 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA - Governor Tom Wolf signed a proclamation of disaster emergency in anticipation of a major winter storm expected to bring as much as two feet of snow to parts of the commonwealth. Power outages are also a possibility, given... Read More.

Fifth extension granted on expiring license to carry firearms permits

Tuesday, December 15 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA – The Pennsylvania State Police announced today that Governor Tom Wolf has granted an additional extension to license to carry firearms permits. Permits expiring on March 19, 2020 or later are now valid through December 31, 2020. The previous extension was set to expire... Read More.

PA Governor Tom Wolf tests positive for COVID-19

Thursday, December 10 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA (AP News) — Pennsylvania Gov. Tom Wolf has tested positive for COVID-19 and is isolating at home. The second-term Democrat said Wednesday a routine test detected the coronavirus. Wolf says he has no symptoms and is feeling well. Wolf’s spouse, Frances Wolf, has been... Read More.

PA kicks off holidays with annual Capitol Christmas tree lighting ceremony

Wednesday, December 9 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA – With Pennsylvanians urged to stay home for the holidays, Governor Tom Wolf released photos and video celebrating the lighting of the 2020 Capitol Christmas Tree on the front steps of the state Capitol Building. “Today we celebrate the lighting of Pennsylvania’s Capitol... Read More.

Wolf vetoes bill that would have made it harder to sue schools

Tuesday, December 1 by wcednews

HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — Pennsylvania’s governor is rejecting a bill that would have made it harder to sue schools, health care providers and other businesses for coronavirus-related claims. Democratic Gov. Tom Wolf vetoed the measure Monday. Wolf argues its liability protections were so broad the... Read More.

Gov. Wolf signs third renewal of PA COVID-19 disaster declaration

Friday, November 27 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA - Tuesday, Governor Tom Wolf signed a third renewal of his 90-day Proclamation of Disaster Emergency for the COVID-19 pandemic. The first proclamation was signed on March 6, following the announcement of the first two presumptive positive cases of... Read More.

Gov. Wolf signs 12th renewal of opioid disaster declaration

Friday, November 13 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA - Today, Governor Tom Wolf signed the 12th renewal of his January 2018 opioid disaster declaration to help the state fight the then-burgeoning opioid and heroin epidemic. The declaration allows the state to loosen regulations and work outside of typical... Read More.

Pennsylvania continues to count mail-in votes, Trump sues to stop count

Thursday, November 5 by wcednews

UNDATED (AP) — Election workers across Pennsylvania are chipping away at more than 1 million uncounted mail ballots. The nation is awaiting results in a presidential battleground whose trove of 20 electoral votes remained the largest prize yet to be called for President Donald Trump... Read More.

Gov. Wolf plans to waive liquor license fees for restaurants and bars

Friday, October 23 by wcednews

UNDATED (AP) — Pennsylvania's governor has announced a plan to offer $20 million in relief to the state’s beleaguered hospitality industry. Gov. Tom Wolf said Thursday the state intends to waive liquor license fees in 2021 for more than 16,000 restaurants and bars, clubs,... Read More.

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