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Vehicle flees without headlights in the dark and rain in Brookville

Monday, February 28 by wcednews

Brookville, PA – State troopers called off a high-speed pursuit due to dangerous conditions and rainy weather in Jefferson County. Just before midnight on Friday at the Flying J truck stop in Brookville, State Police attempted to pull over a 2019 Nissan Altima for a... Read More.

Chainsaw, climbing gear worth $4K-5K stolen from tree service company

Monday, February 28 by wcednews

Washington Township, PA – $4,000-5,000 worth of equipment was stolen from a tree service company truck in Clarion County. The Hazlett Tree Service truck had been parked on Route 208 in Washington Township when the items were taken sometime either Feb. 21 or 22. Six chainsaws... Read More.

Former Pittsburgh Steeler, Wilkerson, accused of fatal stabbing

Monday, February 28 by wcednews

Cleveland, PA – A former Pittsburgh Steeler is wanted on charges of allegedly fatally stabbing someone in Ohio. Former running back 55-year-old Eric Wilkerson is charged with aggravated murder in the death of 46-year-old Brian Weems III in Cleveland after an argument. Wilkerson had only played... Read More.

Punxsy Liquor Enforcement Officer arrested for sexual assault of children

Saturday, February 26 by wcednews

Cambria County, PA - A Punxsutawney District Liquor Enforcement Officer is accused of sexually assaulting and raping two young girls between the ages of 6 and 8 from 2017 to 2021 in Cambria County. 40-year-old Scott Berdine from Belsano, PA, allegedly assaulted the girl at... Read More.

Free 12-week course for family members of addicted loved ones

Saturday, February 26 by wcednews

Clearfield, PA — The Clearfield County Area Agency on Aging will be offering a free twelve-week course for family members, 18 or older, in Clearfield County affected by a loved one’s Substance Use Disorder/Addiction. CNB Bank has provided the funding to provide this important... Read More.

Salvation Army hiring counselors for Camp Allegheny summer camp

Saturday, February 26 by wcednews

Ellwood City, PA (February 25, 2022) – The Salvation Army Western PA Division is hiring Camp Allegheny staff for various positions located in Ellwood City for the summer 2022 season. Camp Allegheny offers low-cost, Christian-focused camping opportunities to children living in Western Pennsylvania. “We are looking... Read More.

Poultry owners warned to protect against highly pathogenic avian influenza

Saturday, February 26 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA – The United States Department of Agriculture's (USDA) Animal Health and Plant Inspection Service (APHIS) has confirmed findings of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) in birds within the United States. The Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture reminds Pennsylvanians to stay vigilant and review biosecurity... Read More.

Two drivers injured near Stump Creek on icy roads last week

Friday, February 25 by wcednews

Henderson Township, PA – Two drivers were injured in a crash at an icy intersection last week in Jefferson County. 57-year-old Duane Reiter from Stump Creek had been driving along Kramer Road in Henderson Township on Feb. 19. Due to the ice-covered road, he could not... Read More.

DuBois man accused of taking $1,078 of items from Clarion Walmart

Friday, February 25 by wcednews

Monroe Township, PA – A DuBois man is accused of stealing than $1,000 worth of items from the Clarion Walmart. 23-year-old Caleb Doska allegedly took 23 items on Feb. 21, totaling $1,078.04. Police do not say what types of items were stolen. He's charged with retail theft... Read More.

Ice storm travel restrictions lifted in Clearfield County

Friday, February 25 by wcednews

UPDATE: As winter storm Oaklee moves out of the area, PennDOT has removed the remaining travel restrictions in north central Pennsylvania. Effective at 9:30 AM: Removing the 45 mph speed reduction and commercial vehicles in the right lane only restriction on Interstate 80 From Exit 97... Read More.

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Vehicle flees without headlights in the dark and rain in Brookville

Chainsaw, climbing gear worth $4K-5K stolen from tree service company

Former Pittsburgh Steeler, Wilkerson, accused of fatal stabbing

Punxsy Liquor Enforcement Officer arrested for sexual assault of children

Free 12-week course for family members of addicted loved ones

Salvation Army hiring counselors for Camp Allegheny summer camp

Poultry owners warned to protect against highly pathogenic avian influenza

Two drivers injured near Stump Creek on icy roads last week

DuBois man accused of taking $1,078 of items from Clarion Walmart

Ice storm travel restrictions lifted in Clearfield County

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