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Shawn’s Law enhances sentences for those who cause or aid in suicide

Friday, October 1 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA – Shawn's Law (a House Bill that would enhance a sentence for causing or aiding suicide when the victim is under 18, has an intellectual disability or is on the autism spectrum) has officially been signed into law by Governor Tom Wolf. The... Read More.

Vehicle reportedly stolen on Hubert Street, DuBois

Friday, October 1 by wcednews

DuBois, PA – A vehicle was reportedly stolen in the DuBois area. The victim says the red 2008 Toyota RAV went missing on Tuesday or Wednesday on Hubert Street. The keys were in the vehicle at the time. If you know anything about the theft or have... Read More.

PA talks strategy to protect in-person instruction at schools

Friday, October 1 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA - Continuing to prioritize in-person instruction for K-12 students in Pennsylvania, the departments of Education, Health and Transportation discussed the state’s strategy to address a shortage of school bus drivers, and provided updates on the anticipated rollout of the vaccine for those... Read More.

Additional state forest roads opening across PA

Friday, October 1 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA - Hunters and other outdoors enthusiasts heading into Pennsylvania’s state-owned woodlands this autumn will find additional roads open in 18 of the 20 state forest districts, the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) announced. “This improved accessibility, coupled with DCNR’s promotion of... Read More.

Grampian man sentenced for 2019 fatal DUI

Thursday, September 30 by wcednews

Clearfield County, PA – A Grampian man was been sentenced to prison for a fatal DUI crash that happened in 2019. 48-year-old Eric McCall was sentenced to 3 and a half years to up to 13 years in prison, a sentence that is close to... Read More.

Four guns and 400 rounds of ammo stolen in Clearfield County

Thursday, September 30 by wcednews

Cooper Township, PA – Multiple firearms were stolen in a break-in in Clearfield County. Although police are releasing the information now, the victim believes the guns and ammo were taken from his home on Kylertown Drifting Highway near Grassflat on Aug. 1. The thief reportedly stole... Read More.

Maple Ave in DuBois likely to be paved this spring

Thursday, September 30 by wcednews

Sandy Township, PA – Maple Avenue in DuBois will likely get paved this upcoming spring. Sandy Township Supervisors recently awarded the paving contract to Glenn O. Hawbaker, the lowest bidder, for $3,225,000 for the stormwater and roadwork project on Maple Avenue. Sandy Township will pay about... Read More.

Brookville Chamber looking to install bike racks at businesses

Thursday, September 30 by wcednews

Brookville, PA – Do you have some room on the sidewalk at the front of your store? The Brookville Chamber of Commerce is looking for six businesses that would like to have bike racks installed. This is just for Brookville area businesses. Contact the Brookville Chamber... Read More.

Medical marijuana stolen in Weedville

Thursday, September 30 by wcednews

Jay Township, PA – Medical marijuana was stolen from a home in Weedville. The 30-year-old Weedville woman says the theft happened sometime between noon and 12:30 Wednesday afternoon at her home on Peach Street in Jay Township, Elk County. The suspect reportedly kicked in the front... Read More.

$750K in environment education grants available

Thursday, September 30 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) announced that $750,000 in available grant funding is available for environmental education projects. Additionally, DEP will hold a free webinar on Tuesday, October 5, 2021 from 12:30 PM to 2:00 PM regarding this grant funding... Read More.