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DuBois receives $57.5m loan, $4.4m grant for wastewater treatment

Thursday, January 20 by wcednews

DuBois, PA – The City of DuBois will receive state funding for one of 15 projects statewide that improves water quality. It's part of Governor Tom Wolf's commitment to a Lead-Free PA. It invests a total of $168 million for 15 drinking water, wastewater, and... Read More.

Fire prevention grants available for local fire companies

Thursday, January 20 by wcednews

Washington DC – U.S. Representative Glenn “GT” Thompson is urging our local fire companies to apply for grants specifically meant to strengthen fire prevention programs. He says the money is there and the fire companies definitely need it... all they need to do is... Read More.

COVIDTests.gov launches; four free tests per residential address

Wednesday, January 19 by wcednews

Washington DC – A new federal website launched by the Biden administration now allows Americans to request free at-home COVID-19 tests. COVIDTests.gov launched yesterday as a beta test, one day earlier than expected. You can order four at-home tests per residential address, that will then... Read More.

Tax form for Pennsylvanians who claimed unemployment in 2021

Wednesday, January 19 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA – Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) Secretary Jennifer Berrier reminded Pennsylvanians who claimed unemployment benefits in 2021 to monitor their mailboxes and unemployment system notifications for the 1099 form they will need to properly file their 2021 taxes. "With the arrival of... Read More.

Transition to 5G cell service will cause older 3G phones to stop working

Tuesday, January 18 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA – The Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency (PEMA) and Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) are urging residents with older cell phones to prepare for the phase out of 3G cellular networks and service in 2022. “The best plan of action is to contact your service provider... Read More.

Wolf Administration Provides Update On Anticipated Winter Storm

Sunday, January 16 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA – The Wolf Administration reminded motorists to avoid travel if possible and stay safe during a winter storm that will bring heavy snow to the western half of the state and a mix of snow, sleet and rain to much of the eastern... Read More.

PennDOT adjusts, adds to planned roadway restrictions

Sunday, January 16 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA – In anticipation of winter weather beginning later today, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) and Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission (PTC) are adjusting planned vehicle restrictions that were announced Saturday. Italicized information indicates a change from the January 14 announcement. Additional speed and vehicle restrictions... Read More.

More than $72 million in illegal drugs seized in PA in 2021

Saturday, January 15 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA – Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) troopers seized $72,004,713 worth of cocaine, heroin, fentanyl, methamphetamines, and other illicit drugs throughout 2021, including $9,557,561 in the fourth quarter. For the year, troopers seized more than 1,000 pounds of cocaine, 733 pounds of methamphetamines, 551 pounds of... Read More.

Game Commission Howard Nursery seedling sales begin

Saturday, January 15 by wcednews

HARRISBURG, PA - It’s not too early for landowners to begin making plans to improve wildlife habitat this spring and into the future by planting tree and shrub species offered by the Pennsylvania Game Commission’s Howard Nursery. The 2022 seedling order form is available online, and... Read More.

Heather Olson sings National Anthem at PA Farm Show today

Friday, January 14 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA – A local Curwensville woman is singing the National Anthem at the 2022 PA Farm Show today! In the Oh Say Can You Sing? Contest this year, singers who garnered the most social media votes were each given a day to start off... Read More.

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