Another death due to COVID-19 in Pennsylvania

Harrisburg, PA (AP) — Pennsylvania's coronavirus death toll has risen by one. The Allegheny County Health Department confirmed the death on Saturday and described the person as an adult in the late 60s who had been hospitalized. More than 370 coronavirus cases and two deaths have... Read More.

First death in Pennsylvania related to COVID-19

Harrisburg, PA - The Wolf Administration today confirmed the state’s first COVID-19-related death, an adult from Northampton County. This individual was being treated at a hospital. Statewide, there are 133 cases of COVID-19 reported from commercial, hospital and state labs. There are 1,187 patients who have... Read More.

Jefferson County, municipalities across state declare disaster emergency

Jefferson County, PA – Jefferson County Commissioners have declared a disaster emergency, as has Punxsutawney Borough. Government, municipal, township, and city buildings have been closed off to the public, although employees will continue to work diligently inside. Officially declaring a disaster emergency means that government officials... Read More.

Gov. Wolf clarifies essential vs non-essential businesses

Harrisburg, PA – After many people wondered what the difference was between “essential” and “non-essential” businesses, PA Gov. Tom Wolf has given some clarity. He asked, but not mandated, all non-essential businesses to close for the next two weeks. Health care facilities, gas stations, grocery stores,... Read More.