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Dept of Labor and Industry preparing for federal pandemic unemployment extensions

Tuesday, December 29 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA – Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) Acting Secretary Jennifer Berrier announced Pennsylvania is preparing for the new CARES Act extensions for the Pandemic Unemployment Assistance (PUA) and Pandemic Emergency Unemployment Compensation (PEUC) programs, while cautioning that delays by... Read More.

Gov. Wolf thanks Congress, urges lawmakers to provide further relief

Tuesday, December 29 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA - Governor Tom Wolf thanked Congress for providing relief to Pennsylvanians during the COVID-19 pandemic. The governor released the following statement: “I am pleased that the COVID-19 Emergency Relief Package was signed into law last night (Sunday). The COVID-19 pandemic has had widespread... Read More.

COVID-19 Update: 5,925 hospitalized statewide with virus, 1,196 in ICU

Sunday, December 27 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA - As of Christmas, Dec. 25 (the last available day that we received statistics reports, for the time being), there were 5,925 individuals hospitalized with COVID-19, nearly double the peak in the spring. Of that number, 1,196 patients are in the intensive... Read More.

Hanover eagle cam is back for the season

Saturday, December 26 by wcednews

HARRISBURG, PA - A new season of live-streamed action from a bald-eagle nest near Codorus State Park in Hanover, Pa. is underway. The Pennsylvania Game Commission announced its popular Eagle Cam, a joint project with partners HDOnTap and Comcast Business, has returned. The Hanover cam is one... Read More.

Christmas: Which stores, services will be open or closed?

Friday, December 25 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA – Many places will be closed for Christmas, and some will have limited hours or will be closed for Christmas Eve. Although private stores and businesses can stay open if they want, government buildings must be closed to observe Christmas. CLICK HERE... Read More.

PennDOT issues travel restrictions for Christmas Eve, ahead of winter weather

Thursday, December 24 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA – In anticipation of winter storm conditions, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) is advising motorists to avoid all unnecessary travel during the storm and are anticipating that restrictions on trucks and other vehicles will be imposed on certain roadways around the state,... Read More.

COVID-19 Update: 6,151 remain hospitalized with virus, 1,236 in ICU

Thursday, December 24 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA - The Pennsylvania Department of Health confirmed as of 12:00 a.m., December 23, that there were 9,605 additional positive cases of COVID-19, bringing the statewide total to 581,156. There are 6,151 individuals hospitalized with COVID-19, double the peak in the spring. Of that... Read More.

PA transfers $145 million in funds to support businesses affected by COVID-19

Thursday, December 24 by wcednews

HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — Pennsylvania's governor wants to use $145 million in a worker’s compensation fund to help businesses cope with the coronavirus pandemic. Democratic Gov. Tom Wolf's proposal would require a vote from the Republican-majority Legislature to appropriate the money, and there has been... Read More.

Pennsylvania State Police looking for donations of horses for mounted patrol unit

Wednesday, December 23 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA – The Pennsylvania State Police is asking the community for donations of horses to support its mounted patrol unit. The department maintains a stable at its training academy in Hershey and relies on donations to fill a complement of 28 horses. The animals are... Read More.

United Way PA211.org has great resources for out-of-work Pennsylvanians

Wednesday, December 23 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA - The Departments of Labor & Industry (L&I) and Human Services (DHS) and the United Way of Pennsylvania want Pennsylvanians to know there are state and local programs and resources available for those who are unemployed. “The COVID-19 pandemic has brought hardship to hundreds... Read More.

Stories tagged with: Pennsylvania

Dept of Labor and Industry preparing for federal pandemic unemployment extensions

Gov. Wolf thanks Congress, urges lawmakers to provide further relief

COVID-19 Update: 5,925 hospitalized statewide with virus, 1,196 in ICU

Hanover eagle cam is back for the season

Christmas: Which stores, services will be open or closed?

PennDOT issues travel restrictions for Christmas Eve, ahead of winter weather

COVID-19 Update: 6,151 remain hospitalized with virus, 1,236 in ICU

PA transfers $145 million in funds to support businesses affected by COVID-19

Pennsylvania State Police looking for donations of horses for mounted patrol unit

United Way PA211.org has great resources for out-of-work Pennsylvanians

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