IMPORTANT MEETING TONIGHT FOR WILLIAMSPORT CITY COUNCIL

A public hearing discussing the transit authority its creation, use and how it affects the public will be held tonight at the Williamsport City Council Meeting. The meeting will be tonight at the Trade and Transit Center 2 at 7pm. The public is welcome to attend and to voice concerns and opinions.

BURNING ORDINANCE FOR SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT

An amendment based on a dimensional setback allowance with a fine increase to $300 per offense was approved by the South Williamsport Borough Council for their outdoor burning ordinance. As reported by SUN Gazette, the setback is written to be 15 feet requirement for a fire pit or fireplace away from the homeowner’s structure or the adjoining property. According to South Williamsport Borough Manager and Public Safety Director Steven W. Cappelli, this amendment is to help improve the safety of the residents while burning outdoors and to prevent fires.  Enforcement of the ordinance will be done by borough codes, South Williamsport Fire Department and/or South Williamsport Police Department.

COVID UPDATES FOR LOCAL AREAS

The Pennsylvania Department of Health on Wednesday reported new cases of COVID-19. Clinton County reported 31 new cases. Centre County added 35; Tioga County added 16 and Lycoming County listed 29. In The Valley, there are 38 in Northumberland County; 10 new cases in Snyder County; 18 new cases in Union County and 11 new cases in Montour.

MS-13 TRANSFER TO USP LEWISBURG

The U.S. Penitentiary at Lewisburg is bracing for some new guests. Many of the members of the violent MS-13 gang are held across the country are being transferred to Lewisburg, Pa. As reported by the Daily Item, staffs at USP Lewisburg were advised Monday that current inmates would need to be moved in order to make room for an undisclosed number of gang members who are being transferred in. According to Fred Keller, the chairman of the House Bureau of Prisons Reform Caucus, his office is investigating the reports and remains in communications with officials from the Bureau of Prisons and the Council of Prison Locals.

WOLF RENEWS HIGHER-ED SCHOLARSHIP IDEA, AMID WORKER SHORTAGE

Gov. Tom Wolf says it’s time for lawmakers to get on board with his proposed college scholarship program, saying it’s urgently needed because of difficulties finding workers across industries. In an interview Wednesday, Wolf said the program makes sense because Pennsylvania’s state government is currently in a strong financial position, and because of a growing demand for workers, including college graduates. But, by just about every measure there is, Pennsylvania is still ranked at the bottom among states in the level of state aid for higher education, size of student debt and affordability of its colleges.

WOLF ADMINISTRATION ACCEPTING GRANT APPLICATIONS FOR VOLUNTEER FIRE COMPANIES INCREASE PROTECTION FROM WILDFIRES IN RURAL AREAS

​ The Wolf Administration today announced that the application window is now open for grants to help Pennsylvania’s rural communities increase protection from wildfires. Acting State Fire Commissioner Thomas Cook pointed to volunteer fire companies’ service to communities close to home, noting that many volunteer firefighters often join DCNR’s Bureau of Forestry crews battling wildfires across the U.S. Grant applications must be electronically submitted through DCNR’s grant website by 4:00 P.M., Thursday, May 12, 2022. To expedite applications and decision-making processes, DCNR is accepting only online applications. Local firefighting forces in rural areas or communities with fewer than 10,000 residents qualify for the aid, which is used for training and equipment purchases directly related to fighting brush and forest fires.

ARREST OF WATSONTOWN MAN ON FELONY CHARGES

On Tuesday at approximately 1750 hours, Officers from the Watsontown Police Department, Milton Police Department and Troopers from the Milton State Police Barracks, arrived at a Delaware Drive address in Delaware Twp. in an attempt to take Logan Mathias, of Watsontown, into custody on felony forgery charges. Mathias fled, but was taken into custody by troopers. Mathias was arraigned by District Judge Michael I Diehl and incarcerated at the Northumberland County Jail in lieu of $75,000 bail.

PENNDOT, STATE POLICE HIGHLIGHT LAW AWARENESS WEEK, URGE SAFE DRIVING

The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) and Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) came together with Penn State Health at their Life Lion Hangar to highlight driver safety laws and urge motorists to put safety first. According to early estimates from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), national traffic fatalities in the first nine months of 2021 rose approximately 12 percent over 2020. In Pennsylvania, 2021 preliminary data shows deaths on our roadways increased by as much as 10 percent, including increases in fatalities in speeding crashes, distracted driving crashes, crashes involving a 16- or 17-year-old driver, as well as unrestrained fatalities. While fatalities in crashes involving impaired driving have remained relatively flat in recent years, data shows fatalities in crashes involving drinking drivers have been declining, while fatalities in crashes involving drugged drivers have been increasing.

PENNSYLVANIA STATE POLICE INVESTIGATING 1980 BABY DOE COLD CASE, SEEKING TIPS

​ The Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) announced today that it continues to investigate a 1980 cold case involving the homicide of Baby Boy John Doe in Larksville Borough, Luzerne County. In addition to a partnership with the Luzerne County District Attorney’s Office and Othram Inc. to modernize the investigative response, PSP encourages the public to submit tips to Pennsylvania Crime Stoppers.

11 WAHS STUDENTS EARN TOP 3 PLACEMENTS IN REGIONAL SKILLSUSA COMPETITON

Twenty Williamsport Area High School students competed in the regional SkillsUSA competition at Pennsylvania College of Technology last week.  Four seniors earned first-place finishes in the following competition categories: Ben Pennings, CNC (Computer Numerical Controls) Milling Specialist; Madison Waugh, Early Childhood Education; Raymond Hartman, Medical Math; and Emily Scaife, T-shirt Design. These four students now move on to the state competition in Hershey in April.  According to the organization’s website, “SkillsUSA is a national student organization that develops employability, participatory and leadership skills to complement the occupational skills developed by students in technical education classrooms or work-based learning sites.  SkillsUSA is an integral part of approved technical education occupation programs.”  WAHS has 15 workforce development courses made available to students through the its Career and Technical Education program.

11 WAHS STUDENTS EARN TOP 3 PLACEMENTS IN REGIONAL SKILLSUSA COMPETITON

Senior Quaseer Saunders won second place in the Job Interview contest.  Three earned third-place wins in the following categories: senior Emily Reeder, First Aid/CPR; senior Domonic Cendoma, Related Technical Math; and seniors Adelia Engel, Madalyn Gross, Matthew Lavallee Harris, and junior Elizabeth Ryder in Health Knowledge Bowl.  According to the organization’s website, “SkillsUSA is a national student organization that develops employability, participatory and leadership skills to complement the occupational skills developed by students in technical education classrooms or work-based learning sites.  SkillsUSA is an integral part of approved technical education occupation programs.”  WAHS has 15 workforce development courses made available to students through the its Career and Technical Education program.

CHECK THE WELFARE TURNS INTO PURSUIT

Sunday State Police (PSP) responded to the area of Canterbury Rd, Loyalsock Township to check on the welfare of a white, non-Hispanic male inside his vehicle. Information had been provided to PSP that the individual had previously been making suicidal comments. Upon arrival, Troopers made contact with the driver who refused to roll down the window or comply with Troopers requests. Troopers attempted to take the driver into custody. Instead, the driver sped off, almost striking several Troopers. At this time, a pursuit ensued. The pursuit ended at the Sheetz in Loyalsock Twp. where a collision occurred. Once the driver was removed from the vehicle, he continued to physically resist arrest. The driver was subsequently taken into custody and transported to the hospital for evaluation.

 DOULA SERVICES FOR INCARCERATED WOMEN

First Lady Frances Wolf and the departments of Corrections (DOC) and Human Services (DHS), along with the Tuttleman Foundation and Genesis Birth Services, today announced a new partnership that is bringing doula services to women who are pregnant while incarcerated. The goal of the program is to support mothers through a difficult and vulnerable period and empower them as they prepare to reenter their communities. Funded through the Tuttleman Foundation, the doula pilot at SCI Muncy is a first step in expanding pregnancy and parenting supports for women incarcerated in DOC facilities.

CARES ACT CLINTON COUNTY

Governor Tom Wolf announced nearly $14.2 million in Community Development Block Grant-CARES Act (CDBG-CV) funding to support communities and their residents on a path to success. The following projects were included in the most recent block of CDBG-CV funding approvals: $510,962 to Clinton County to improve emergency services radio communication between their 911 center in the Borough of Flemington and the western portion of the county. The existing system has many coverage gaps (dead zones) where responders in western Clinton County cannot communicate with the 911 center, receiving hospitals, or with one another.

CARES ACT LYCOMING COUNTY

Governor Tom Wolf announced nearly $14.2 million in Community Development Block Grant-CARES Act (CDBG-CV) funding to support communities and their residents on a path to success. The following projects were included in the most recent block of CDBG-CV funding approvals: $1,040,000 to the Covation Center Inc. through the Partnership for Regional Economic Performance (Centre, Clinton, Columbia, Juniata, Lycoming, Mifflin, Montour, Northumberland, Snyder, and Union counties) to provide grants of up to $85,000 to small businesses throughout Central Pennsylvania.

DRIVER LICENSE CENTERS CLOSED FOR HOLIDAY

The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) today announced that all driver license and photo centers, including the Riverfront Office Center in Harrisburg, will be closed Saturday, February 19, through Monday, February 21, in observance of Presidents Day. Customers may still obtain a variety of driver and vehicle products and services, including all forms, publications and driver training manuals, online through PennDOT’s Driver and Vehicle Services website.

NEW JUDGE SWORN INTO PA COMMONWEALTH COURT

During a ceremonial session today, Pennsylvania’s Commonwealth Court welcomed its newest judge as Stacy Wallace was sworn-in by the Honorable P. Kevin Brobson, Justice of the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania. Wallace of McKean County won election to the Court in Nov. 2021 and will serve a 10-year term. The Commonwealth Court was established in 1968 and is one of Pennsylvania’s two statewide intermediate appellate courts. The Court has subject matter jurisdiction over state and local government matters. It also acts as a trial court when lawsuits are filed by or against Commonwealth officials and Commonwealth agencies. Appellate cases are generally heard by panels of three judges in Philadelphia, Harrisburg and Pittsburgh, although, on occasion, the Court sits in other locations.

AMBULANCE ALLIANCE

Hepburn Township, Trout Run and Ralston volunteer fire companies officially formed an alliance to bring regionalized paid ambulance service to cover ambulance service for Hepburn, Lycoming, Lewis and McIntyre townships. As reported by Sun Gazette, the initial crews will consist of two paid emts to run the ambulance calls from 6 am to 6 pm with a future goal of 24 hour paid emergency service.  A public signing of the alliance is set for 6:30 p.m tonight at the Trout Run Vol. Fire Co. social hall, Trout Run.

CRASH UNDER INVESTIGATION IN WILLIAMSPORT

Williamsport Bureau of police are investing a vehicle accident in where a Ford Fusion plowed into a parked car on Memorial Avenue, just west of Stevens Street about 9 p.m. last night. As reported by SUN Gazette, all three occupants fled on foot and were picked up a few blocks from the scene. The driver, who was suspected of driving under the influence,  was taken to UPMC to be treated for injuries. The accident remains under investigation.

 COVID CASES IN UPPER COUNTIES

The Pennsylvania Department of Health on Monday reported new cases of COVID-19. Clinton County reported seven new cases. Centre County added 23 and Lycoming County listed 35. Tioga County added 5.

WILLIAMSPORT SET TO FINISH PAVING

Williamsport City streets will receive the finish they need through the spring and summer.  As reported by SUN Gazette, milling will be completed for those streets with temporary patchwork and even those that are bumpy throughout.  Following the milling, according to city officials, the streets will receive a paving of a top coat of asphalt.  Councilwoman Vice President Bonnie Katz, committee chair, recently noted a majority of the streets to be done in 2022 were going to be half-width pavings and, Katz continued, the half-width will not endue and last as long as a paving the full cartway. Big Rock Paving is the city contractor for this year.

COVID LATEST CASES

The Pennsylvania Department of Health on Friday reported new cases of COVID-19. Clinton County reported 18 new cases. Centre County added 49 cases and Lycoming County listed 67. There were seven cases in Montour County, 50 in Northumberland, 23 in Snyder and 20 in Union.

GRANTS OFFERED

PAsmart Advancing grants of up to $500,000 each support cross-sector partnerships that provide quality STEM and CS experiences to learners of all ages – early childhood, PreK-12, postsecondary, and adult learners – as part of high-level strategic approaches to workforce readiness. The grants enable regions to expand STEM ecosystems; grow partnerships between Local Education Agencies, postsecondary institutions, and businesses; expand CS/STEM opportunities to historically underserved populations; and expand the pool of CS/STEM educators at all levels of education. Advancing grant applications must be submitted to PDE by Monday, March 21, 2022. Grant applications and additional information is available on the PDE website.

BUCKNELL ANNOUNCED SPECIAL ADVISOR

Not everyone is thrilled to see the former retired chief of public safety at Bucknell University in a new role with the university. As reported by northcentralpa.com, Steve Barilar, is now the special advisor to the general counsel. Barilar fell under the watchful eye of the state attorney general following a complaint from a former public safety officer, Colby Snook, highlighting Barilar’s alleged mismanaged response during a sexual harassment case on Bucknell’s campus. Snook had claimed Barilar and the university violated the Pennsylvania whistleblower law. Snook claimed he left due to a hostile work environment following his allegations against the then chief of public safety. In an error, discovered by Northcentralpa.com, Barilar was listed as Casual Public Safety. However, as further reported by the online media outlet, “The title listed on the website was in error,” said Mike Ferlazzo, Director of Media Relations at Bucknell. Ferlazzo said there was a short-term extension of Barilar’s retirement so that he could conclude work on a student discipline case, unrelated to the situation outlined in the lawsuit. Barilar had been accused of misconduct  in 2000, when he worked for Pennsylvania State. Barilar had an of obstruction of administration of justice and intimidation of a witness were filed against him. This case dealt with Barilar’s wife, who was stopped and cited by state police for speeding. Following a conversation and alleged pressure, the speeding ticket was thrown out in court.

ACTED REASONABLY

In a statement released by the Clinton County District Attorney regarding the Oct. 5, 2021 shooting of a man by State Police officers in Greene Township.   As reported by northcentralpa.com, the incident took place near a rest stop and mile marker 194 on interstate 80..  DA David Strouse said troopers from PSP Lamar, Montoursville, and Milton were justified in their use of force that left Nurgazy Mamyrov, 27, of Langhorne deceased. “At the time the officers discharged their weapons, they reasonably believed that both they and their fellow officers were in a life-or-death situation that posed both the threat of serious bodily injury and death,” wrote Clinton County District Attorney David Strouse. Mamyrov was accused of attempted robbery while being armed with a firearm.  “Based upon my review of the facts and circumstances surrounding Mamyrov’s death, the law enforcement personnel involved in this incident acted reasonably under the circumstances and bear no criminal liability for their actions,” Strouse wrote.

WOLF ADMINISTRATION HIGHLIGHTS BENEFITS OF BIPARTISAN INFRASTRUCTURE LAW FOR ELECTRIC VEHICLE INFRASTRUCTURE, UNVEILS EQUITY PRINCIPLES FOR INDUSTRY DEVELOPMENT

​Officials from the Pennsylvania Departments of Transportation (PennDOT) and Environmental Protection (DEP) today highlighted benefits to Pennsylvania from the passage of the federal Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL), specifically for electric vehicle (EV) and alternative fuel infrastructure. PennDOT also unveiled its EV Equity Guiding Principles for private industry and other agencies to consider as they plan and deploy EV charging infrastructure. The principles aim to increase accessibility to the infrastructure and maximize benefits for all Pennsylvanians. Signed by President Joe Biden in November 2021, the BIL provides states with $7.5 billion to expand the EV charging network. Over five years, Pennsylvania will have access to $171.5 million in formula funds for EV charging infrastructure and $2.5 billion in discretionary grant funding opportunities for all alternative fueling infrastructure. The funding supports the commonwealth goal of expanding EV charging along the previously designated Alternative Fuel Corridors (AFCs) (list) and Interstate lookalikes. Federal AFC criteria was updated this week to require AFC designated ready corridors to have charging stations no more than 1 mile from an Interstate exit or highway intersection (previously 5 miles) and no more than 50 miles apart. The department will review all corridors to align ready and pending corridors with the new criteria.

TIOGA COUNTY MAN SENTENCED TO 51 MONTHS’ IMPRISONMENT FOR MARIJUANA GROW OPERATION

The United States Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of Pennsylvania announced that on February 9, 2022, James Burrous, age 47, of Tioga County, Pennsylvania, was sentenced by Chief U.S. District Court Judge Matthew W. Brann to 51 months’ imprisonment followed by three years of supervised release for his role in a marijuana grow operation. According to United States Attorney John C. Gurganus, Burrous possessed more than 100 marijuana plants that he intended to distribute.  When a search warrant was executed on Burrous’s home in February of 2017, other controlled substances such as Dimethyltryptamine (“DMT”) and lysergic acid diethylamide (“LSD”) were also recovered. Co-defendant, Zack Boyer, age 37, of Tioga County, was previously sentenced to 57 months’ imprisonment for his role in conspiring with Burrous to manufacture and distribute controlled substances. The case was investigated by the Pennsylvania State Police and the Federal Bureau of Investigation.  Assistant United States Attorney Alisan V. Martin prosecuted the case.

CHILD PORNOGRAPHY FROM BLOOMSBURG MAN

The United States Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of Pennsylvania announced that Alexander Stroup, age 33, of Bloomburg, Pennsylvania, was indicted on February 11, 2022, by a federal grand jury on charges of attempted production of child pornography, attempted enticement of a minor, receipt of child pornography, and transmitting obscene material to a minor. According to United States Attorney John C. Gurganus, the indictment alleges that from or about October 23, 2021 through October 23, 2021, Stroup attempted to persuade, induce, and entice, a person under the age of 18 to engage in sexually explicit conduct for the purpose of producing a visual depiction of such conduct using a facility of interstate commerce.  The indictment also alleges that Stroup did transfer and attempt to transfer obscene matter to another individual who had not attained the age of 16 years.The case was investigated by the Federal Bureau of Investigation. Assistant U.S. Attorney George J. Rocktashel is prosecuting the case. This case was brought as part of Project Safe Childhood, a nationwide initiative launched in May 2006 by the Department of Justice to combat the growing epidemic of child sexual exploitation and abuse. Led by the United States Attorneys’ Offices and the Criminal Division’s Child Exploitation and Obscenity Section, Project Safe Childhood marshals federal, state, and local resources to locate, apprehend, and prosecute individuals who sexually exploit children, and to identify and rescue victims. For more information about Project Safe Childhood, please visit  www.usdoj.gov/psc For more information about internet safety education, please visit www.usdoj.gov/psc and click on the tab “resources.” If convicted, the maximum penalty under federal law for this offense is life imprisonment, a term of supervised release following imprisonment, and a fine. A sentence following a finding of guilt is imposed by the Judge after consideration of the applicable federal sentencing statutes and the Federal Sentencing Guidelines.

CAUGHT WITH SHANK IN PRISON

The United States Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of Pennsylvania announced that Rigoberto Garay-Lopez, age 34, an inmate at the Federal Correctional Institution, Allenwood (FCI Allenwood), was indicted on February 10, 2022, by a federal grand jury for possessing a weapon in prison.  According to United States Attorney John C. Gurganus, the indictment alleges that on January 22, 2022, Garay-Lopez was found in possession of a piece of sharpened metal with a plastic handle, commonly referred to as a “shank,” that is intended to be used as a weapon. The charge stems from an investigation by the Bureau of Prisons and the Federal Bureau of Investigation.  Special Assistant United States Attorney Drew O. Inman and Assistant U.S. Attorney Alisan Martin are prosecuting the case. If convicted, the maximum term of imprisonment is five years and a $250,000 fine. A sentence following a finding of guilt is imposed by the Judge after consideration of the applicable federal sentencing statutes and the Federal Sentencing Guidelines.

COVID CASES LISTED

The Pennsylvania Department of Health on Saturday reported new cases of COVID-19.  County reported 26 new cases. Centre County added 93 cases and Lycoming County listed 56 new cases.There were 31 in Northumberland County, 19 in Union, six in Snyder and two in Montour County.

THREE PEOPLE IN CUSTODY

Sunbury police have successfully rounded up three people following the intensive investigation of the Feb 6 stabbing on North Third Street. As reported by the Daily item, Jordan Seelye of Northumberland was taken into custody yesterday morning and charged with attempted homicide. Blake Dunbar and Paul Byers, both of Sunbury were jailed in relation to the incident.  Seelye was arraigned Saturday and sent to Northumberland county jail with no bail. (print daily item)

FIRE DESTROYS HOME ALL ESCAPE SAFELY

Fire forced the evacuation of an Amish family from their frame home off Eisenhower Crossroad in Lamar Township early yesterday morning. The home was already well engulfed in flames when firemen arrived before 5 a.m. Saturday, according to Lamar Township Fire Chief Shane Steinbacher. The two story frame dwelling was a total loss. Steinbacher said it’s believed the fire was caused by a heating device inside a garage attached to the building. According to therecordonline, the home was occupied by the Henry Kauffman family consisting of Kauffman, his wife and four young children; who all escaped safely.

THREATENING WOMEN WITH A BASEBALL BAT

After he threatened harm on two women with a metal baseball bat, a Williamsport man faces charges. As reported by Sun Gazette, Fitzgerald Robinson, during a domestic disturbance at his residence on Jan 22, allegedly chased two women from his residence.  Robinson had a preliminary hearing yesterday and is in jail facing multiple charges including simple assault and recklessly endangering. His bail is $75,000.

ABUSE OF THE 911 SYSTEM

A Williamsport woman reportedly called 911 for no legitimate reason, according to police. As reported by Sun Gazette, Morrisa Stutzman allegedly called 911 a total of 16 times during a five hour period beginning on Feb 2 at 11:20 pm. According to police, Stutzman has been charged with abusing the 911 system, a misdemeanor, and disorderly conduct. She appeared before District Judge Christian Frey and  remains jailed in lieu of $2,500 bail.

UPDATED COVID CASES ADDED YESTERDAY

The Pennsylvania Department of Health on Tuesday reported new cases. Clinton County reported 11 new cases. Centre County added 11,  Lycoming County added 0 and Tioga added 0. Montour County had a cumulative increase of 10 new cases, while Snyder County added three. Union County had a cumulative reduction of 25 cases, while Northumberland County’s overall total dropped by 14.

TWO OUT OF THREE ARRESTED

Two suspects involved in Sunday evening’s Stabbing in Sunbury are in custody.  Sunbury Police report the incident on North Third Street sent two males to the hospital, one in serious condition. Chief Hare credited video surveillance footage the individuals for their identification and subsequent capture. Hare said he was not releasing the names of the individuals until official charges are filed. Hare said the two individuals were captured Monday night and are currently being held under a county probation violation and a state parole violation, as reported by the Daily Item.  Hare said he will release more information on the stabbing incident in the coming days.

BUDGET TIME FOR THE FINAL TIME

Gov. Tom Wolf’s eighth and final budget address sounded upbeat tones of money surpluses and past accomplishments, but local lawmakers heard discordant messages. Wolf’s nearly half-hour long speech included calls for an increase in the state’s minimum wage, investments in education and infrastructure, payment of debts and cooperation in state government. He noted the state’s budget surplus and a $2.8 billion rainy day fund amounting to the state’s highest ever. Wolf noted in his speech that Pennsylvania has not hiked its hourly minimum wage of $7.25 in 13 years, while surrounding states have gone ahead and raised starting wages for workers.

RESIGNATION FROM POSITION

At the Old Lycoming Township Board of Supervisors meeting last evening, the supervisors accepted the resignation of Chief Chris Kriner from his positon as Old Lycoming Township Police Chief. Chief Kriner stated he would resume his position he held prior to being Chief .. That position was Sargent/Detective.  The chief also noted that he would be responsible for the position until another chief is hired.

HIGHLIGHTS OF GOV. TOM WOLF’S 2022-23 BUDGET PLAN

Democratic Gov. Tom Wolf’s spending plan for Pennsylvania’s 2022-23 fiscal year that starts July 1 includes highlights in education: The governor’s spending plan requests about $1.8 billion more for instruction, operations and special education in public schools, or about 21% more and $200 million annually to fund scholarships for students at a State System of Higher Education university if they remain in Pennsylvania for as long as they receive the benefit. Scholarship money would be targeted to high-demand degree programs and finally, the spending play establishes a statewide cyber-charter school tuition rate of $9,800 per student that would save $199 million a year for school districts and changes special education reimbursements for charter schools to save another $174 million a year for school districts.

EX-BUCKNELL FOOTBALL COACH SETTLES AGE DISCRIMINATION SUIT AGAINST UNIVERSITY

An age discrimination and false representation lawsuit filed Sunday in U.S. Middle District Court was settled against Bucknell University.  According to an online media outlet, Joseph G. Susan Jr, the third-longest coach in Bucknell Football history alleges he was forced out in 2019. According to reports, Susan sued Bucknell August 2020, looking for unspecified compensatory and punitive damages and front and back pay when he claimed he was forced to resign due to age.  Bucknell claimed the decisions were justified and based on multiple factors other than age.