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Complaints about privacy as PA considers hand-marked ballots

Thursday, February 20 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA (AP) — As many Pennsylvania counties consider adopting new hand-marked ballot voting systems, a persistent criticism is a perceived loss of privacy in polling places when filling them out and scanning them. State lawmakers raised those complaints Wednesday with Gov. Tom Wolf's top... Read More.

Grants available from PLCB to discourage underage drinking

Wednesday, February 19 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA – The Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board (PLCB) is now accepting applications for grants to fund programs that discourage and reduce underage and dangerous drinking and promote a message of responsible alcohol consumption by those of legal drinking age. Eligible grant applicants include Pennsylvania... Read More.

Tax season offers opportunity to help PA military families facing financial crisis

Saturday, February 15 by wcednews

Annville, PA - Individuals filing their 2019 Pennsylvania personal income taxes can help Pennsylvania’s military personnel and their families by donating part or all of their refund to the state’s Military Family Relief Assistance Program (MFRAP). The program, administered by the Pennsylvania Department of Military... Read More.

More PA campsites will allow pets at state parks in 2021

Friday, February 14 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA - The Department of Conservation and Natural Resources Secretary Cindy Adams Dunn announced that more campsites will be open to pets when they visit Pennsylvania state parks next year. “Knowing many of our campers like to plan their stays well in advance, we’re... Read More.

Man sentenced to death for 2017 shooting of New Kesington police officer

Friday, February 14 by wcednews

Pittsburgh, PA (AP) — A man convicted of first-degree murder in the shooting death of a Pennsylvania police officer has been sentenced to death. A judge formally imposed the sentence on Rahmael Sal Holt during a hearing Wednesday. The 31-year-old Harrison man also was given two... Read More.

Senator Joe Scarnati announces he will retire at end of term

Thursday, February 13 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA – Senate President Pro Tempore Joe Scarnati (R-25) today announced his retirement from the Pennsylvania Senate at the end of his 5th term in office. Senator Scarnati represents the 25th Senatorial District, which includes Cameron, Clinton, Elk, Jefferson, McKean, Potter and Tioga Counties... Read More.

PennDOT driver license centers will be closed Feb. 15-17

Thursday, February 13 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) has announced that all driver license and photo centers, including its full-service center in Harrisburg, will be closed Saturday, Feb. 15, through Monday, Feb. 17, in observance of Presidents Day. Customers may still obtain a variety... Read More.

Pennsylvania launches online application for mail-in ballots

Wednesday, February 12 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA (AP) — Pennsylvania is launching the website where voters for the first time can request the newly legalized mail-in ballots ahead of the state's April 28 primary election. Beginning Tuesday, someone applying online must supply a driver's license number or an identification card... Read More.

PA: Dog license costs need to increase to continue effective dog law enforcement

Tuesday, February 11 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA – Auditor General Eugene DePasquale today issued a special report showing the state’s Dog Law Enforcement Bureau has been deprived of the resources it needs to keep dogs safe. “The Bureau of Dog Law Enforcement may run out of money this summer,” DePasquale... Read More.

Camp Cadet program for kids 12-14 accepting applications for summer