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71st National Day of Prayer

Thursday, May 5 by Marissa Rigatti

DuBois, PA - Today is the 71st National Day of Prayer and the City of DuBois will be joining together to pray for our nation, our communities, and one another. This year’s broadcast will feature A statement of Faith by Glenn GT Thompson A Prayer for Pennsylvania... Read More.

Pennsylvania highlights National Work Zone Awareness Week

Monday, April 11 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT), the Pennsylvania State Police (PSP), the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission (PTC), and Associated Pennsylvania Constructors (APC) hosted an event today urging motorists to slow down and pay attention in work zones ahead of National Work Zone Awareness... Read More.

September 11th National Memorial Trail designated as Statewide Major Greenway

Tuesday, March 15 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA – Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) Secretary Cindy Adams Dunn joined trail supporters and elected officials to announce the official designation of the September 11th National Memorial Trail as a Statewide Major Greenway. “We at DCNR are proud to designate the... Read More.

PA Drug and Alcohol Secretary awarded National Service Award

Sunday, October 17 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA - The Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs (DDAP) announced Secretary Jen Smith has been awarded the National Association of State Alcohol and Drug Abuse Director’s (NASADAD) State Service Award which recognizes leaders of state agencies responsible for substance use disorder services... Read More.

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.

National Guard deployed in Philadelphia as protests continue

Monday, June 1 by wcednews

Philadelphia (AP) — National Guard members remain in place in Philadelphia to protect city hall and parts of the city. Guard members were deployed there Sunday after officials closed off many areas when peaceful protests over George Floyd’s death turned into another night of destruction. Store... Read More.

PEMA, National Guard play major role in the COVID-19 fight in PA

Tuesday, May 19 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA – When it comes to a crisis, preparedness is everything. Recently, Governor Tom Wolf stressed the critical roles the Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency (PEMA) and PA National Guard play in coordinating the state’s preparedness and response to COVID-19. He was joined at a... Read More.

National Day of Prayer today, 11 a.m. on Connect FM

Thursday, May 7 by wcednews

DuBois, PA - Millions of Americans across all 50 states will gather in spirit for a day of public prayer for the United States of America. In one voice, they will lift a single prayer request to God for America: Lord, empower America to Love... Read More.

CCAAA says “thank you” for National volunteer Week

Saturday, April 25 by wcednews

Clearfield, PA - A heartfelt “thank you” goes out to all volunteers at the Clearfield County Area Agency on Aging, as they celebrate “National Volunteer Week” from April 19 to April 25, 2020. National Volunteer Week, started by George W Bush, Sr. was to... Read More.

National Spouses Day on Sunday: Top things we appreciate, are annoyed by

Saturday, January 25 by wcednews

Pennsylvania - National Spouses Day is coming up this Sunday, Jan. 26! Will you be celebrating? Whether you go out for a nice dinner or have a cozy night in, this is the perfect day to love and appreciate all your spouse does (and their... Read More.

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