Nursing homes use technology to keep families in contact

DuBois, PA – With precautions being taken with the COVID-19 virus, nursing homes throughout Pennsylvania are not allowing visitors to enter the facilities, but that doesn't mean that families aren't staying close! Nelson’s Golden Years and other nursing home in our area are helping their... 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.

Restrictions at Penn Highlands and exception to restrictions

DuBois, PA – Penn Highlands is preparing for an eventual influx of patients due to coronavirus. All Penn Highlands Healthcare inpatient and outpatient services will continue to be fully operational. However, effective immediately, Penn Highlands Healthcare is restricting visitors across all Penn Highlands hospitals in... Read More.

PennDOT closes all Drivers License Centers, extends expiration dates

Harrisburg, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) is implementing the following operational changes in response to Governor Tom Wolf’s mitigation guidance regarding COVID-19. All Driver License Centers and Photo License Centers in Pennsylvania will be closed for two weeks effective close of business... 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.

What to expect while schools are closed for two weeks

Harrisburg, PA – Do you have questions about what is going to happen while schools are closed for the next two weeks? The Department of Education has released some more details about what to expect. The Department of Education released additional guidance for Pennsylvania schools... Read More.