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Elk County Democrats hold Q and A session with candidate Erica Vogt tonight

Wednesday, September 7 by Louise Bennett

St. Marys - If you are a registered voter in Pennsylvania’s 75th District, Elk County Democrats are giving you an opportunity to attend a “Q and A session with the candidate” tonight. The Democrat candidate for Representative in the 75th District, Erica Vogt, will be... Read More.

State Rep. Brian Smith holding license plate replacement events in Punxsy and Brookville

Tuesday, July 26 by Louise Bennett

Punxsutawney – There will soon be opportunities in Jefferson County to get a free replacement of a faded or peeling Pennsylvania license plate. State Representative Brian Smith is teaming up with local law enforcement for two license plate replacement events – August 8th in Brookville,... Read More.

Tolling plan on major PA bridges halted

Friday, May 20 by Louise Bennett

Washington, D.C. – The plan to toll nine major bridges in Pennsylvania, including an Interstate 80 bridge near Brookville, has been stopped for now by the Commonwealth Court of Pennsylvania. An injunction was issued by the Court to stop PennDOT’s P-3 Initiative. U.S. Representative Glenn “GT”... Read More.

Kephart leads in 73rd District State Representative Republican race

Thursday, May 19 by Louise Bennett

Clearfield - Tuesday was Pennsylvania’s Primary Election, with the key local race being for State Representative in the 73rd District. Three Republicans were vying for the seat: attorney Dallas Kephart, long-time Clearfield County Commissioner John Sobel and local businessman Derek Walker. Kephart claimed a convincing victory... Read More.

Election results: 2022 primary elections for Clearfield, Jefferson, Elk

Tuesday, May 17 by wcednews

Clearfield County, PA – Results are being tallied for the 2022 primary elections. This is a primary, which sets the stage for which candidates will represent the Democrat and Republican parties on the November ballot for each seat. Some of the contested seats this year are... Read More.

Brockport man scammed out of $1,700

Wednesday, May 11 by Louise Bennett

Brockport – A Brockport man is reportedly the latest victim of a contest scam. State Police say the unnamed 69-year-old Elk County man was scammed out of $1,700 by someone claiming to be a representative for Publishers Clearing House. The investigation continues.

Wolf calls on PA’s General Assembly to act

Friday, April 15 by Louise Bennett

Harrisburg, PA - At the Pocono Family YMCA today, Governor Tom Wolf was joined by Representative Maureen Madden to call on Pennsylvania's Republican-led General Assembly to finally act to support the success of Pennsylvania families by passing legislation for the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA)-funded... Read More.

Rep. Thompson voices concerns about bridge tolls

Friday, December 17 by wcednews

Washington, DC – U.S. Representative Glenn “GT” Thompson on Tuesday hosted a meeting with the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) to voice his concerns over the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation’s (PennDOT) plan to toll nine major bridges throughout Pennsylvania. It was revealed during the meeting that... Read More.

The fight over the ‘Fight for $15’: A tipped wage worker, a restaurant owner and a representative

Monday, July 5 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- Carrie Schweitzer has been a waitress since she was 12. Now 50, she said back then employers didn't check, so she lied and told them she was 17. "I was 13 years old the very first time I had my backside pinched to... Read More.

Rep. Smith (R-Jefferson/Indiana) tests positive for COVID-19

Tuesday, March 30 by wcednews

Punxsutawney, PA – Rep. Brian Smith (R-Jefferson/Indiana) issued the following statement after testing positive for COVID-19. “This morning, March 29, I tested positive for COVID-19. As my symptoms continue to subside, I will be conducting legislative business and voting remotely from my home while quarantining... Read More.

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