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PA discusses school bus safety for kids, results of Operation Safe Stop

Wednesday, November 10 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) was joined by the Pennsylvania State Police, the Pennsylvania Department of Education, Lower Allen Township Police, and West Shore School District transportation partners to reinforce the importance of school transportation safety and highlight the potential school transportation... Read More.

School mask mandate in PA expected to end in January, says Gov. Wolf

Tuesday, November 9 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA – A date is on the horizon for when schools will be able to make their own decisions regarding masks... January 17, 2022. Governor Tom Wolf announced the intention to return the commonwealth’s K-12 school mask requirement to local leaders on Jan. 17. Once the... Read More.

Gov. Wolf applauds CDC approval of COVID-19 vaccines for kids 5-11

Thursday, November 4 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA - Pennsylvania officials are applauding the CDC's approval of the pediatric Pfizer vaccine for children ages 5 through 11. They say that vaccine providers in PA are ready to administer shots as soon as possible. With parental consent, children ages 5 through 11... Read More.

Election results: 2021 municipal election for Clearfield, Jefferson, Elk

Wednesday, November 3 by wcednews

Clearfield County, PA – Although results are still unofficial and not yet certified, it appears that the residents of the City of DuBois and Sandy Township have voted in favor of consolidating the township and city into one new third-class city, with about 57... Read More.

Gov. Wolf: State insurance exchange now open 2022 health care coverage

Wednesday, November 3 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA - Governor Tom Wolf announced the start of November begins the 2022 Open Enrollment Period for health care coverage through Pennie, Pennsylvania’s state-based health insurance marketplace. “Pennie is the one-stop shop for Pennsylvanians’ health care needs,” Gov. Wolf said. “With Pennie, Pennsylvanians have... Read More.

Election Day 2021: polling places, sample ballots and candidates, voting info

Tuesday, November 2 by wcednews

Pennsylvania – Today is election day, Tuesday, Nov. 2! Are you ready? Make sure you know your polling place, your rights as a voter, and who will be on your ballot. Some of the highly anticipated races include DuBois Area Magisterial District Judge and the... Read More.

Wear it! Mandatory life jacket requirement November-April

Tuesday, November 2 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA – With vibrant, changing foliage as a colorful backdrop to any adventure during the fall season, the lure of a relaxing paddle along a scenic river, stream, or lake is hard to resist. To ensure boaters return home safely, the Pennsylvania Fish... Read More.

Tuesday is Election Day: Info on voting, candidates, ballot question

Monday, November 1 by wcednews

Pennsylvania – Tomorrow is election day! Are you ready? Make sure you know your polling place, your rights as a voter, and who will be on your ballot. You can check out our website for more details. Some of the highly anticipated races include DuBois... Read More.

Department of State urges voters to know their rights at the polls

Saturday, October 30 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA – Acting Secretary of State Veronica Degraffenreid encouraged Pennsylvanians to educate themselves about their rights before they vote in person on November 2. "Voters have the right to vote at the polls on Election Day without harassment or intimidation," Secretary Degraffenreid said. "They can find a wealth of information about their... Read More.

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