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Lebanon County sues Gov. Wolf for withholding federal coronavirus funds

Thursday, July 23 by wcednews

UNDATED (AP) — A Pennsylvania county has filed suit to compel Gov. Tom Wolf to release $12.8 million in federal coronavirus relief funding that he withheld after county leaders defied his shutdown orders. Wolf withheld the funding from Lebanon County, where local Republican leaders voted... Read More.

Gov. Wolf issues statement on hate targeting transgender Pennsylvanians

Thursday, July 23 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA – In response to a post made on Facebook by the Bloomsburg Fair mocking Secretary of Health Dr. Rachel Levine, Governor Tom Wolf is condemning hateful comments and slurs against transgender people. The post involved photos of a man dressed as a woman... Read More.

$2.9 million to help improve roadway to Elk Country Visitor’s Center

Wednesday, July 22 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA - More than $30 million in grants are being given statewide to help improve multimodal roadway projects, making transportation easier in Pennsylvania, including a project in Elk County. Benezette Township is getting $2.9 million to reconstruct 5.6 miles of Winslow Hill Road (T-520).... Read More.

Pennsylvania partners with nonprofit, Shatterproof, to end substance use disorder stigma

Wednesday, July 22 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA - The Wolf Administration announced today that Pennsylvania, through its Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs (DDAP), will be one of three founding partners and the first state partner with Shatterproof in supporting the nonprofit’s national strategy to end addiction... Read More.

More than 100 positive COVID-19 cases in Clearfield County overall

Wednesday, July 22 by wcednews

Pennsylvania – Since testing began, data shows that more than 100 people in Clearfield County tested positive for COVID-19. However, keep in mind that these are cases since the beginning, not current cases. Also, not everyone who might have the novel coronavirus has been tested. Because... Read More.

Wolf likely to veto bill for right-to-know requests during emergencies

Tuesday, July 21 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA – A new bill would required the state to be more transparent during disaster declarations, but it seems as though Gov. Tom Wolf will likely veto that bill. House Bill 2463, which passed in both the House and Senate, would require the office... Read More.

House of Reps bill would ensure COVID-19 death benefits for first responders

Tuesday, July 21 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA – Rep. Torren Ecker (R-Adams/Cumberland) introduced legislation to ensure families of first responders receive line-of-duty death benefits in the event their loved ones die as result of COVID-19. “First responders who die as the result of COVID-19 deserve the same benefits of those... Read More.

Avoiding catching easy-target trout during hot weather

Tuesday, July 21 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA – Next time you go trout fishing, avoid easy targets, like trouts that hang around the cool water at the mouths of springs or tributaries. Especially when the weather is hot and dry, trout try to seek out the closest source of cold... Read More.

Amendments would limit governor’s authority during emergency declarations

Monday, July 20 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA - The Pennsylvania House of Representatives and State Senate passed a bill that would limit the governor's powers during a disaster declaration. It would have to be passed as an amendment to the Pennsylvania Constittion to become effective. *** The press release from the... Read More.

Paris Healthcare Linen Services get $43,000 grant for green power system

Saturday, July 18 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA - Governor Tom Wolf announced the approval of 12 projects through the Commonwealth Financing Authority (CFA) that will provide millions of dollars in funding to utilize, develop, and construct alternative energy projects in eight counties. “These programs are an essential tool in helping... Read More.

Stories tagged with: Pennsylvania

Lebanon County sues Gov. Wolf for withholding federal coronavirus funds

Gov. Wolf issues statement on hate targeting transgender Pennsylvanians

$2.9 million to help improve roadway to Elk Country Visitor’s Center

Pennsylvania partners with nonprofit, Shatterproof, to end substance use disorder stigma

More than 100 positive COVID-19 cases in Clearfield County overall

Wolf likely to veto bill for right-to-know requests during emergencies

House of Reps bill would ensure COVID-19 death benefits for first responders

Avoiding catching easy-target trout during hot weather

Amendments would limit governor’s authority during emergency declarations

Paris Healthcare Linen Services get $43,000 grant for green power system

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