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Roadwork resumes today on I-80 bridge near DuBois, 101 exit east

Monday, May 4 by wcednews

DuBois, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announced today that bridge work along Interstate 80 near DuBois is scheduled to resume today, Monday, May 4. The bridges span Route 255 and the B & P Railroad, as well as Sandy Lick Creek... Read More.

Pennsylvania State Police honors fallen troopers on PSP’s 115th anniversary

Monday, May 4 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA – The Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) was established by Governor Samuel Pennypacker on May 2, 1905, becoming the first uniformed police agency of its kind in the United States. Traditionally, the department pauses each year on May 2 to remember troopers who... Read More.

Local churches ring bells to honor those fighting COVID-19

Monday, May 4 by wcednews

Clearfield, PA – Yesterday throughout Pennsylvania, people and churches were encouraged to ring bells for three minutes at 7 p.m. to honor all of those who are fighting COVID-19, whether in the healthcare field, in government, or as businesses that are working to resume... Read More.

24 counties begin to reopen in PA, including our area

Saturday, May 2 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA – Balancing economic benefits and public health risks, Governor Tom Wolf announced on Friday the reopening of 24 counties in the northwest and north-central regions of the state, moving them from red to yellow beginning at 12:01 a.m., Friday, May 8. “Over the... Read More.

Expiring licenses, vehicle registrations, inspections extended until June 30

Saturday, May 2 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA – Licenses, IDs, permits, vehicle registrations and inspections, and more that are set to expire have once again been extended, this time until June 30. The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announced that expiration dates for driver licenses, identification cards, and learner’s permits,... Read More.

Walleye and sauger fishing seasons begin May 2

Saturday, May 2 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA (May 1) – All signs point to a successful season ahead as Walleye and Sauger fishing begins in Pennsylvania on Saturday, May 2. "Walleye are a popular catch for anglers seeking fish that can grow to significant size and make great table fare,"... Read More.

PLCB continues to expand access to state-run liquor stores

Saturday, May 2 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA – The Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board today announced it continues to expand access to wine and spirits to retail customers and licensees, all while maintaining social distancing and other Pennsylvania Department of Health and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention best practices... Read More.

$324 million awarded to hospitals across PA; Penn Highlands not one of them

Saturday, May 2 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA - Governor Tom Wolf announced that nearly $324 million in funding has been awarded to 31 hospitals across the commonwealth through the Hospital Emergency Loan Program, or HELP, which provides short-term financial relief as hospitals combat the surge of COVID-19 cases... Read More.

Golf courses, marinas, construction projects reopen today in Pennsylvania

Friday, May 1 by wcednews

Pennsylvania – Good news if you're itching to get back on the green! Today is the first day that outdoor recreation businesses, including golf courses, are allowed to reopen with safety precautions in place. Some of the restrictions include that there is only one person... Read More.

Wolf to decide today which parts of PA can begin to reopen

Friday, May 1 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA – Gov. Tom Wolf is expected to announce today which parts of Pennsylvania can start reopening in the new red-yellow-green plan for counties or regions to begin easing COVID-19-related restrictions. Any parts of the state that are given the go-ahead would move into... Read More.

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Roadwork resumes today on I-80 bridge near DuBois, 101 exit east

Pennsylvania State Police honors fallen troopers on PSP’s 115th anniversary

Local churches ring bells to honor those fighting COVID-19

24 counties begin to reopen in PA, including our area

Expiring licenses, vehicle registrations, inspections extended until June 30

Walleye and sauger fishing seasons begin May 2

PLCB continues to expand access to state-run liquor stores

$324 million awarded to hospitals across PA; Penn Highlands not one of them

Golf courses, marinas, construction projects reopen today in Pennsylvania

Wolf to decide today which parts of PA can begin to reopen

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