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COVID-19 Update: Confirmed cases in PA now at 11,510

Sunday, April 5 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA - The Pennsylvania Department of Health confirmed as of 12:00 p.m., April 5, that the statewide total of positive cases of COVID-19 is now 11,510. County-specific information and a statewide map are available here. All people are either in isolation at home or... Read More.

You can spend time outdoors, but maintain social distancing

Friday, April 3 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA – Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) Secretary Cindy Adams Dunn reminded Pennsylvanians that being outdoors is good health care and self care, but recommendations for social distancing to slow the spread of the coronavirus still apply. “During this time of... Read More.

Concerns about COVID-19 precautions in Pennsylvania prisons

Friday, April 3 by wcednews

Houtzdale, PA – People are concerned that their loved ones in prison could be at risk for COVID-19, especially in an enclosed environment. We heard from one woman who wished to remain anonymous, who was worried about her fiance who is an inmate in SCI... Read More.

State Police refines response guidelines for certain non-emergency incidents

Friday, April 3 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA – Colonel Robert Evanchick, commissioner of the Pennsylvania State Police, announced today a temporary change to the way troopers respond to select non-emergency incidents. With the goal of limiting in-person contact and mitigating the spread of COVID-19, the department has identified certain types... Read More.

Penn Highlands adds more safety precautions, virtual doctors visits

Wednesday, April 1 by wcednews

DuBois, PA – Penn Highlands Healthcare is preparing for an influx of patients as COVID-19 continues to spread throughout the country. In the meanwhile, they've made some updates to keep patients and employees even safer. For example, in addition to some precautions that were already... Read More.

UPDATED 4/1: COVID-19 Prevention Closures

Wednesday, April 1 by wcednews

DuBois, PA - Many events have been canceled or postponed because of the spread of COVID-19, the novel coronavirus. Do you know of an event that is being postponed or a similar announcement? Please email [email protected] with the details. Looking for a specific event? Use CTRL+F... Read More.

DuBois School District donates masks to Penn Highlands

Monday, March 30 by wcednews

DuBois, PA – The DuBois Area School District used part of their emergency preparedness stockpile to donate more than 6,000 face masks to Penn Highlands Healthcare recently. The donations were much appreciated and include N-95 respirator masks, surgical masks, yellow masks, and children's masks. The hospitals... Read More.

Tips for your mental health during COVID-19 crisis

Monday, March 30 by wcednews

DuBois, PA – If you think the past few weeks have felt strange and scary, you're not alone. Dr. Ralph May, a clinical psychologist with the Community Guidance Center, gives some advice on staying mentally healthy in uncertain times. He says stay informed, but don't let... Read More.

Penn State classes, including DuBois, will be held online as coronavirus precaution

Thursday, March 12 by wcednews

State College, PA – Penn State University announced yesterday that, starting this upcoming Monday, March 16, no in-person classes will be held on any of the campuses until at least April 6 as the novel coronavirus continues to spread. Classes will still continue online. In... Read More.

Viral video shows PA family nearly hit by train during photo session

Wednesday, February 26 by wcednews

Greencastle, PA – A viral video of a Pennsylvania family nearly getting struck by an oncoming train during a photo shoot is serving as a harsh reminder of why you should stay off the tracks. The video, captured by Virtual Railfan Inc, shows the photographer,... Read More.

Stories tagged with: safety

COVID-19 Update: Confirmed cases in PA now at 11,510

Concerns about COVID-19 precautions in Pennsylvania prisons

State Police refines response guidelines for certain non-emergency incidents

Penn Highlands adds more safety precautions, virtual doctors visits

DuBois School District donates masks to Penn Highlands

Tips for your mental health during COVID-19 crisis

Penn State classes, including DuBois, will be held online as coronavirus precaution

Viral video shows PA family nearly hit by train during photo session

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