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State reps call for weekly public update on unemployment in PA

Monday, July 6 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Health is no longer conducting weekly televised news conferences to update the spread of COVID-19. State Reps. Tommy Sankey (R-Hastings) and Jim Rigby (R-Johnstown) are now calling on the state’s Department of Labor and Industry to begin... Read More.

Tips for enjoying state parks with your pup

Monday, July 6 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA – The weather is warm and dry, and more people are making a trip to a state park with their family and pets to enjoy the outdoors! We have some tips for keeping yourself and your dog safe and happy. The Departments of... Read More.

Police, LCB remind liquor establishments to require masks, follow social distancing

Monday, July 6 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA – The State Police and Liquor Control Board are reminding all licensed liquor establishments and their patrons to abide by social distancing and masking requirements to help slow the spread of COVID-19. As a customer, when you go to support these businesses in... Read More.

Gov. Wolf reminds that masks are mandatory

Saturday, July 4 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA - Gov. Tom Wolf says masks are needed when going anywhere outside your home with your family. “Masks are mandatory when leaving the home,” Governor Tom Wolf reminded Pennsylvanians today. “Especially as we are beginning a long Fourth of July weekend, it’s critical that... Read More.

Large crowds this holiday weekend at many parks throughout Pennsylvania

Saturday, July 4 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA -- Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) Secretary Cindy Adams Dunn reminded potential state park visitors the combination of expected fair weather and a holiday weekend could bring crowded conditions to many parks throughout Pennsylvania. Dunn said pandemic precautions remain in effect.... Read More.

COVID-19 Update: 667 new positives, 88,741 total, 34 new deaths

Friday, July 3 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA - The Pennsylvania Department of Health confirmed as of 12:00 a.m., July 3, that there are 667 additional positive cases of COVID-19, bringing the statewide total to 88, 741. All 67 counties in Pennsylvania have cases of COVID-19. There are 6,746 total deaths attributed... Read More.

PennDOT, PSP urge responsible, designated driving ahead of Independence Day

Friday, July 3 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA – As Pennsylvania continues to reopen, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) and Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) are reminding Pennsylvanians to celebrate responsibly ahead of the Independence Day holiday. "While social distancing is still encouraged, when you do travel please drive safely," said PennDOT... Read More.

Pennsylvania makes masks mandatory, gives details of when you should wear mask

Thursday, July 2 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA - Expanding on the business safety order signed by Secretary of Health Dr. Rachel Levine in April that requires the wearing of masks in businesses, Governor Tom Wolf today announced a new order signed by Dr. Levine that takes the mask-wearing directive one step further. With... Read More.

Wolf’s disaster declaration remains after court ruling

Thursday, July 2 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA (AP) — Pennsylvania's high court has ruled against an effort by Republican state lawmakers to end Democratic Gov. Tom Wolf's shutdown orders. A divided court ruled Wednesday that a resolution passed with mostly GOP votes was a “legal nullity” because it wasn't sent... Read More.

PennDOT driver license, photo centers closed for Independence Day holiday

Thursday, July 2 by wcednews

Harrisburg, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announced that all driver license and photo centers, including its Riverfront Office Center in Harrisburg, will be closed Saturday, July 4, in observance of Independence Day. Motor vehicle counter services at the Harrisburg Riverfront Office Center... Read More.

Stories tagged with: state news

State reps call for weekly public update on unemployment in PA

Tips for enjoying state parks with your pup

Gov. Wolf reminds that masks are mandatory

Large crowds this holiday weekend at many parks throughout Pennsylvania

COVID-19 Update: 667 new positives, 88,741 total, 34 new deaths

PennDOT, PSP urge responsible, designated driving ahead of Independence Day

Pennsylvania makes masks mandatory, gives details of when you should wear mask

Wolf’s disaster declaration remains after court ruling

PennDOT driver license, photo centers closed for Independence Day holiday

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