HANNA SELECTED AS INTERIM PRESIDENT OF MANSFIELD UNIVERSITY

Dr. Bashar Hanna has been chosen by the Pennsylvania’s State System of Higher Education as interim president of Mansfield University during its July Board of Governors meeting. Hanna will continue to serve as president of Bloomsburg University, a position he’s held since 2017, and interim president of Lock Haven University, a position he was appointed to in February. According to a media source, in addition, Hanna will lead the team overseeing the Northeast Integration of three universities – Bloomsburg, Lock Haven and Mansfield – into a single accredited entity with three distinct campuses.

BUCKNELL MASKING REQUIREMENTS CHANGE

Bucknell University announced it is requiring masks to be worn in all indoor campus spaces and implementing weekly testing for unvaccinated staff and students. According to a media source, emails sent to staff and students by Bucknell University today. The new policies are “in response to the recent significant increase in COVID-19 cases in Union County.” According to the email, masks are required “of everyone in all public and academic indoor campus spaces” and should be worn “regardless of social distancing or vaccination status.”

FRAUD INVESTIGATION BASED ON CARD USAGE WITHOUT PERMISSION 

A Williamsport man was charged with several misdemeanors stemming from a fraud investigation conducted by the Old Lycoming Township Police Department on July 28. Police reported a card, was used without permission, by the caretaker of the card owner. Media outlets report  Carl Wesley Caum, 49, allegedly spent more than $1,400 on two separate cards in the victim’s name from Jan. 29 to April 7 of 2021. The bail for the felony case was listed as $25,000 unsecured and his preliminary is scheduled before Judge William Solomon on Aug 18.

TODDLER TAKEN TO HOSPITAL WITH MORPHINE OVERDOSE

On Tuesday, a Williamsport Police Officer transported a two-year-old and his mother to the hospital after an apparent overdose on morphine. According to the report, the toddler got into Drew Barasky’s unprescribed morphine pills. According to a media outlet, Barasky was charged with multiple charges and held at the Lycoming County Prison after he was unable to provide the $50,000 monetary bail. His preliminary is scheduled for Aug 12 before Judge Aaron Biichle.

CITY WORKERS RELOCATE UNTIL CITY HALL IS CLEARED

City Hall workers are going to temporarily relocate to the third floor of Trade and Transit Centre I. Painters with the city were applying fresh coats of paint inside Trade and Transit Centre I’s third floor Thursday. The building’s first floor and basement remain occupied by the Community Theatre League, which leases the basement and first floor space from River Valley Transit. According to SUN Gazette, Mayor Derek Slaughter said he is having everyone inside, including police, to be relocated temporarily to safer premises, not necessarily in the same location.

ENDANGERING THE WELFARE OF CHILDREN CHARGES

Lycoming County Children and Youth caseworkers reported they arrived at the home of Cellastean Moore and Kalvin Sampson’s home on Hazel Drive in Loyalsock Township about 4:15 p.m. on April 20, to find children from 2 yrs to 7 yrs with no adult supervision. A media outlet reported, both the mother and father face a felony charge of endangering the welfare of children. On Thursday morning at the office of District Judge Gary Whiteman, where they were arraigned and released on $15,000 bail each.

PENN STATE FOOTBALL  EYES FUTURE, HOPEFUL

Penn State is set to take the field for preseason camp as less than a month remains before the Nittany Lions travel to Wisconsin for their season opener on Sept. 4. After a full allotment of spring practices and two spring scrimmages, it appears the 2021 season will return to normal as Penn State begins its eighth season under coach James Franklin. Seven opponents are set to visit Beaver Stadium this season: Ball State (Sept. 11), Auburn (Sept. 18), Villanova (Sept. 25), Indiana (Oct. 2), Illinois (Oct. 23), Michigan (Nov. 13) and Rutgers (Nov. 20).Despite the growing number of COVID-19 cases and the emergence of the Delta variant, Penn State athletic officials haven’t indicated that they’re considering amending their previously announced return to full-capacity athletic events this fall.

GRANT MONEY FOR WMAA

The Williamsport Municipal Airport Authority (WMAA) is proud to announce the award of a Federal Small Community Air Service Development Program (SCASDP) grant in the amount of $950,000.  The grant application was made to attract a replacement airline to the area when the incumbent carrier leaves in September and improve the overall quality of commercial air service to the Williamsport Regional Airport market area.  The funding will be used for a revenue guarantee for new network-branded regional jet service from Williamsport to Washington, DC, and Chicago, IL.

BLUES IN WILLIAMSPORT

On Saturday, August 28th at 7 pm national blues artist and Williamsport, PA native Gabe Stillman, and his band will be performing an album release concert at Jeremiah’s above the Bullfrog Brewery in Downtown Williamsport celebrating the release of Stillman’s newest record, “Just Say The Word” being released worldwide on Friday, August 27th. Stillman will be performing with long time bass player and fellow Williamsport native, Colin Beatty.  For more details about Gabe, this concert, and upcoming performances, visit www.gabestillman.com.

TIADAGHTON VALLY REGIONAL POLICE MOURNS LOSS OF K-9

The Tiadaghton Valley Regional Police Department mourns the loss of a team member. On the Tiadaghton Valley’s Facebook page, they announced the death of Zoli, their 3-year-old German Shepherd who was on the job 19 months,  due to  stage five Lymphoma. At the request of Zoli’s handler, there will be no service for the K-9. “Zoli was the first K-9 for the Tiadaghton Valley Regional Police Department and will be greatly missed,” the department’s Facebook page read. As the department mourns its loss, it will work with Shallow Creek Kennels to explore options to continue its K-9 program.

INCEST CHARGES IN WILLIAMSPORT

According to court documents, filed by a Lycoming County Detective, a Williamsport man and his 21-year-old adoptive daughter, each face felony charges of incest.Neil Kemmerer, 48,  allegedly “fathered a child with the adoptive daughter.”  According to state law, “a person is guilty in incest, a felony of the second degree, if that person marries, cohabits or has sexual (relations)” with “parent and child of adoption.” Kemmerer and Samantha, were arraigned Monday afternoon before District Judge Christian Frey and released on $20,000 bail each. The infant remains in their care, according to a media outlet.

WILLIAMSPORT TEENS COMMIT TWO STRONG ARMED ROBBERIES

Two strong armed robberies against pedestrians in the city, approximately an hour apart, were allegedly committed by four high school teenagers, according to court records filed by Williamsport Bureau of Police. SUN Gazette reported yesterday morning, minutes after the second holdup, a traffic stop revealed Tyrell Labounty, 16, Kevin Gagle, 16, Dawson Crawford, 17, and Moreece Pearson, 18, were detained and then taken into custody without incident after items believed to be connected with the robberies were discovered inside the vehicle, police said. They are being charged as adults, facing a total of 17 felonies. All four were arraigned before District Judge Christian Frey and committed to the Lycoming County Prison in lieu of $250,000 bail each.

2021 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT FUNDING

The 2021 Community Development Block Grant funding has been approved by the Montoursville Borough Council for home repairs in the community during its regular monthly meeting.
According to SUN Gazette, council members decided to go with the STEP Inc. Kristin McLaughlin, of SEDA-Council of Governments, said the borough could likely help three to four homeowners with its funding share. It was a unanimous vote by members present to utilize a portion of the CDBG money to finish construction of curb cuts at street intersections before moving on to vote on the 2021 funding for the home repairs. In other matters, council approved spending $230,219 in American Rescue Plan funding for water and stormwater improvements.

GLENN O. HAWBACKER INC. TO REPAY 1,267 VICTIMS

It was no contest pleas to four theft counts yesterday, when a major Pennsylvania heavy equipment contractor agreed to pay restitution of more than $20 million over allegations it illegally diverted pension money and other benefits from its workers, according to a media source. Glenn O. Hawbaker Inc. has agreed to have a court-appointed corporate monitor perform oversight, including of the process of returning the money to 1,267 victims. “When we talk about big fights, this is what we mean,” Attorney General Josh Shapiro said at a Harrisburg news conference.  The 70-year-old company with 1,200 workers and facilities in Pa, Ohio and NY was charged after a three-year state investigation in April with four counts of theft by failure to make required disposition of funds.

DOMESTIC ALTERCATION IN KELLY TOWNSHIP, UNION COUNTY

A man who allegedly attempted to strangle a woman in a residence in Kelly Township residence, has an arrest warrant and police looking for him. Pennsylvania State Police at Milton charged Alfred J. Iezzi, 32, with a felony and misdemeanor charges. The incident, on June 18, began as an argument and quickly escalated into a physical domestic altercation, according to a media source. The charges were filed at the office of District Judge Jeffrey A. Rowe.

AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN AND THE PLAN TO USE $25.4 MILLION FOR THE CITY

Mayor Derek Slaughter and City Council held the first of what promised to be several work sessions on the best use of the American Rescue Plan’s $25.4 million granted to Williamsport. In a 90-minute work session, Mayor Slaughter and Council ageed the big ticket items were on the radar such as the ongoing costly levee recertification process, and the controlling of flooding situations, including the maintenance and operation of pump stations along the levee system.  Included in the discussion were topic ranging  from establishing a Land Bank to secure unwanted properties, turning them over to be demolished or rehabilitated by private developers and put on the tax rolls, to planting trees along West Fourth Street ripped out during reconstruction of the street.  The funds are to be allocated by 2024 and spent in 2026, according to U.S. Treasury guidelines.

NEW DIRECTOR OF SHELTERS FOR ARW

American Rescue Workers (ARW) announced the recent appointment of William Coleman into the position of director of shelters. Coleman, employed with American Rescue Workers since 2019, has been instrumental in helping hundreds of individuals and families reach self-sufficiency after experiencing a homeless crisis, and through his new position, will be able to serve community members on a larger scale.  Coleman holds a bachelor’s degree in psychology from Pennsylvania State University and a carpentry diploma from Indiana County Technology Center.

LOYALSOCK SCHOOL DISTRICT IN COURT

The Loyalsock School District has been accused of failing to guard against a predatory sexually abusing students, including a middle school girls basketball player.  The suit is related to criminal charges filed against  a former Loyalsock middle school girls basketball coach Kelli Vassallo, who pleaded guilty to sexual assault back in  2018 The plaintiff is seeking unspecified compensatory and punitive damages in excess of $50,000 for negligence and emotional stress.

MENTAL CONDITION QUESTION INCORRECTLY ANSWERED, CHARGES FILED

A Milton man was charged for allegedly lying on his application for a firearm at a sporting goods store in Northumberland County.  Dylan Bridge, 22, allegedly checked no to a question on the background check form which asks if the applicant had ever been adjudicated as a mental defective, or had even been committed to a mental institution. He was denied the purchase after his information was run through the Pennsylvania Instant Check System.  A third-degree felony charge of materially written false statement in an attempt to purchase a firearm and a misdemeanor of false swearing.

COVID-19 DASHBOARD
The Pennsylvania Department of Health confirmed 1,110 new cases of COVID-19. There were 9 new cases in Northumberland County, 8 in Centre, 8 in Lycoming, 5 in Union and 2 in Snyder.

VEHICLE ACCIDENT ON ROUTE 15 IN MONROE TOWNSHIP

Four people were taken to the hospital following a two-vehicle collision on Route 15 in Monroe Township Friday aftenoon.  Emergency personnel were dispatched to the crash on Route 15, the found two vehicles, a car and pickup truck, had crashed through the guardrail and came to rest in the ditch.  The crash caused a lane restriction on Route 15 Southbound which led to traffic congestion and delays before 5 p.m.

GEORGE I. ALDEN TRUST AWARDS LYCOMING COLLEGE GRANT MONEY

Lycoming College has been making massive investments into their campus development, which is progressively stretching into the very neighborhoods which makeup the City of Williamsport.  The George I. Alden trust has awarded Lycoming College a grant of $125,000 to support renovation of Lycoming’s genetics teaching lab in the Heim Science Building.  The recent addition of majors in astrophysics, neuroscience, and biochemistry, are accounting for the college’s most significant growth in enrollment. The renovations will ultimately support and further the education and success of STEM students.  This is the fifth grant awarded to Lycoming by the Alden Trust.

NEW CORRECTIONAL FACILITY IN WILLIAMSPORT

A new male community corrections center is opening on Edwin Street in Williamsport, with a well-supported leader at its helm. Transitional Living Centers’ facility will have the capacity to work with 24 men transitioning from state correctional institutions back into the community with the help of a Facility Director, Case Manager, and Resident Advisors.  The facility will be led by Cleveland Way, who  began his service to Williamsport residents in 2000 with PA Treatment & Healing counseling service, concluding his fourteen-year service as Regional Director.  The facility is projected to open October 1.

BODY FOUND 35 YEARS AGO REMAINS AN OPEN CASE

It was 35 years ago that the badly decomposed body of a naked man was found by two fishermen in the Susquehanna River in the Port Trevorton area. The remains have never been identified, but to state police, it is still an open case.  There is speculation the man, who is buried in the county-owned cemetery, was in the country illegally and that is why no clues to his identity have cropped up over the years. The man has been in the National Missing and Unidentified Persons Systems database since 2010.

ASSAULT LEADS TO POSSIBLE BRAIN HEMORRHAGE

Williamsport Police said a woman was treated at UPMC Williamsport for a possible brain hemorrhage after a man allegedly sucker-punched her from behind. David Strothers of Williamsport allegedly jumped on the victim after the initial assault and continued to punch and swing at her. A second assault occurred when a family member heard the victim’s cries for help and attempted to intervene.  Strothers was charged with two counts each of second-degree misdemeanor simple assault and recklessly endangering another person. No bail was listed for Strothers.

STATE POLICE INVESTIGATING WEDNESDAY SHOOTING IN SNYDER COUNTY

State police at Selinsgrove continue to investigate the Wednesday afternoon shooting of a 17-year-old Mount Pleasant Mills resident by another teen.  The severely injured youth is reportedly being treated at Hershey Medical Center after being shot in the head on Wednesday.  Police confirmed that a 17-year-old male was shot by another 17-year-old male at an unspecified location in Snyder County. The police report said the teen is in “serious” condition, but relatives report his condition is much worse.

POTTER COUNTY FAIR

The week long 85th Potter County Fair will begin today with animal contests throughout the day and a 4 p.m. opening ceremony followed by the Kiddie Parade.  Carnival rides will be open each day of the festival, as well as food vendors, live entertainment, and the crowning of a new Potter County Fair Queen on Thursday at 8  p.m. For more information, visit the Potter County Fair Facebook page.

GEISINGER PROVIDES ON DEMAND HEALTHCARE

On-demand virtual visits are now available for conditions usually seen at Geisinger’s Convenient Care urgent centers such as cold and flu symptoms, allergies, rashes, headaches, insect bites or sinus infections.  This allows patients to receive non-emergency care without having to leave home.  During these telehealth visits, providers can assess symptoms virtually and provide care, referrals, and/or prescriptions without having to see you in the clinic.  On-demand visits are available Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., and 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on weekends.

DRUG CHARGES FOR PHILADELPHIA WOMAN

On July 26, Williamsport police officers assisted State Parole officers at a home located on High Street within the city.  Parole officers took authorities to back porch and showed them a sandwich bag with approximately 21 grams of cocaine and packaging materials. Katina Robinson of Philadelphia was arrested and is being charged with four counts each of felony substance.  Records show Robinson is being held a the Lycoming County Prison as she awaits a preliminary hearing scheduled for August 5.

SHOOTING IS NOW FATAL IN SNYDER COUNTY

The 17-year-old Mount Pleasant Mills male teen who was shot on Wednesday, allegedly by another teen, has died. Friends and relatives posted on Facebook Saturday afternoon the news that the youth had passed away, three days after he was shot in the head. Snyder County District Attorney Michael Piecuch said that details of the investigation will not likely be released to the public since it involves a minor.

MONTOURSVILLE MAN CHARGED FOR INAPPROPRIATE ACTIVITY WITH JUVENILE 

When an older man in her home allegedly attempted to touch her inappropriately, an area juvenile contacted Montoursville State Police. Brandon Michael Hoffman, 21, of Jersey Shore, charged with multiple felonies, when authorities allege, on two separate occasions, touched a juvenile, less than 13 years old, underneath her pants during May 14 – 24 of this year. According to northcentralpa.com, Hoffman is being held at the Lycoming Count Prison in lieu of $95,000 monetary bail as he awaits a formal arraignment.

CRIMINAL TRESPASS ON AN ELDERLY WOMAN IN UNION COUNTY

An elderly woman entered a residence and allegedly struck an 8-year-old child. According to the police affadavit, Patricia G. Leitzel, 76, of Mifflinburg, without permission, entered a neighbor’s home on Pine Needle Cone Drive on July 22. Leitzel approached the juvenile and struck her, with an open hand, on the neck. Leitzel was charged with a third-degree felony criminal trespass charge and a summary of harassment. According to a media outlet, the preliminary hearing at the office of District Judge Jeffrey Mensch is scheduled for Aug. 24.

IN PERSON GRADUATION FOR PENN TECH 

In person graduation returns for Pennsylvania College of Technology at downtown Williamsport. The Summer 2021 Commencement ceremony on Sat., Aug. 7 at 11 a.m. at the Community Arts Center, for the more than 200 students who have petitioned to graduate. The event is open to students who are registered to participate and ticketed guests. Unvaccinated individuals must wear face masks. The event will also be livestreamed for those who cannot attend. Degrees will be conferred upon graduates by President Davie Jane Gilmour, assisted by Sen. Gene Yaw, chairman of the Penn College Board of Directors.

CHIEF SHIKELLAMY MONUMENT REDEDICATED

A century ago Ada Swengel Miller unveiled the monument commemorating Chief Shikellamy on the grounds of Central Oak Heights. On Sunday, it was her great-grandson who helped rededicate the large stone memorial. About 50 people, including several members of the Daughters of the American Revolution, including Leanne Keefer, of Mifflinburg, came out to the afternoon ceremony on a ridge overlooking Shikellamy’s Old Town and the West Branch of the Susquehanna River. The rededication was held one day before the 100th anniversary of the original dedication — on Aug. 2, 1921.

FATAL SHOOTING IN SNYDER COUNTY ON WEDNESDAY

The 17-year-old Mount Pleasant Mills male teen who was shot on Wednesday, allegedly by another teen, has died. Friends and relatives posted on Facebook Saturday afternoon the news that the youth had passed away, three days after he was shot in the head. State police at Selinsgrove confirmed on Friday that they were investigating the shooting of a 17-year-old male by another 17-year-old male at an undisclosed location on Palmer Lane in West Perry Township, Snyder County, on Wednesday afternoon. Neither police spokesman Mark Reasner or Snyder County District Attorney were able to respond to the teen’s condition Saturday night and they reported the details of the investigation will not likely be released to the public since it involves a minor.

MASKS A QUESTION FOR ANOTHER SCHOOL DISTRICT 

Another Valley school district will be revisiting soon its masking protocols for the upcoming school year. Warrior Run Area School District Superintendent Dr. Alan Hack says the school board will revisit that decision at the August 10 meeting. According to a media outlet, it’ll take place at 6 p.m. at the middle school library and there’s still a virtual option as well. The district is closely monitoring local COVID data and CDC data. Unvaccinated people have been strongly encouraged to wear masks.

AN ACCIDENT WITH UNKNOWN CAUSE IS INVESTIGATED BY STATE POLICE

State Police are investigating an a four-wheeler accident in Moreland Township that saw two adults transported for emergency care Saturday night. The male was taken by ground ambulance, while the female was transported by Life Flight. According to Logan Laidecker, Captain of Muncy Area Vol Fire Department, both were taken to Geisinger Medical Center in Danville. Fire personnel were dispatched at 9:55 p.m. and arrived on-scene at around 10 p.m., according to the Lycoming County 911 Center. They remained on-scene until 1:30 a.m. Sunday.

WORK SESSION NUMBER ONE IN THE BOOKS FOR THE CITY

It was the first, of several, work sessions to investigate the best way for the city to utilize the American Rescue Plan $25.4 million. In the 90-minute work session at Trade and Transit Centre II, Slaughter and Council agreed the big ticket items were on the radar such as the ongoing costly levee recertification process, and the controlling of flood situations. According to a media outlet, the funds are to be allocated by 2024 and spent in 2026, according to the U.S. Treasury guidelines.  “My thought is that we do not rush this,” Slaughter said. “We can take the time and have a conversation with the administration, council and clearly any stakeholders and citizens in the community to make sure it is not nickel and dimed away.”

WILLIAMSPORT LADY IS CHOSEN TO REPRESENT PENNSYLVANIA

Sydney Robertson, of Williamsport, Lycoming County, was crowned Miss Pennsylvania USA 2021 and Yvonne Burke, of Doylestown, Bucks County, was crowned Miss Pennsylvania Teen USA 2021 on Saturday evening at the Richland Performing Arts Center. Nearly 80 young women and teens participated in the competitions. Both pageants featured interviews and an evening gown competition. There was a swimsuit competition for Miss Pennsylvania USA contestants and an activewear competition for the Miss Pennsylvania Teen USA contestants. Contestants were narrowed down to the top 16 on Friday. On Saturday, the five finalists were selected.

NEW DIRECTOR OF SHELTERS FOR AMERICAN RESCUE WORKERS

American Rescue Workers (ARW) announced the recent appointment of William Coleman into the position of director of shelters. Coleman, employed with American Rescue Workers since 2019, has been instrumental in helping hundreds of individuals and families reach self-sufficiency after experiencing a homeless crisis, and through his new position, will be able to serve community members on a larger scale, according to a press release

CORRUPTION OF MINORS

State police in Selinsgrove are investigating an incident in which a woman allegedly exposed her breasts in front of minors at an Independence Day party in Snyder County.  There were several juveniles at the party who possibly witnessed her display.  State police received the report of the alleged corruption of minors on July 6. Police continue to investigate.  No charges have been filed at this point.

FATAL MOTORCYCLE ACCIDENT

A motorcyclist has died as a result of an accident Friday morning on Route 184 in Trout Run. Richard Hafer of Trout Run, died at the scene due to multiple blunt force trauma.  Hafer was in cardiac arrest when Wellsboro and Susquehanna Regional EMS personnel arrived. Hafer was designated as an organ and tissue donor and therefore was released to the Gift of Life Donor Program to coordinate donation.

SELINSGROVE STATE POLICE ARE LOOKING FOR INFORMATION

A victim in Snyder County had a surprise when a bullet went through the exterior of her residence into a bedroom.  Selinsgrove PSP say a full metal jacket bullet struck the north side of a residence in Center Township sometime between 8 a.m. July 10 and 11:45 a.m. July 11.  The bullet appeared to be discharged from a rifle, and traveled through the exterior wall and landed on the floor of the victim’s bedroom.  Anyone with information is asked to contact Selinsgrove PSP.

ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY SCHOOL EMERGENCY RELIEF FUND

The Loyalsock School District is looking to apply for the Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief Fund, however, several parents don’t want that to happen. At the last board meeting, a dozen parents came to voice their opinions about it.  They argued that the district should forgo the money in order to exempt itself from any guidelines from the government, particularly the state’s Department of Health. District business manager, Dan Egly, says the district has already received $223,000in funds from the government.

COGAN STATION’S FRESH EXPRESS FOOD DISTRIBUTION

Community members visiting the Christian Church at Cogan Station’s Fresh Express food distribution on Monday, July 12^th were able to take their perishable items home in insulated thermal bags thanks to a recent donation from UPMC. The church partners with the Central Pennsylvania Food Bank each month for Fresh Express distributions to ensure those in need have access to healthy, fresh foods.  Over 100 community members and families benefit from the program each month.  Christian Church at Cogan Station’s next Fresh Express will take place Monday, August 9.

COVID-19 UPDATED DASHBOARD RESULTS

The Pennsylvania Department of Health recorded 415 new cases of COVID-19.  There were 5 new cases in Snyder County, 3 in Northumberland County, 1 in Snyder, and 1 in Union.

LYCOMING COLLEGE PROFESSOR MARY MORRISON

Lycoming College professor Mary Morrison is making it a vocal point  to teach kids about viruses, pandemics, and how they affect our society this coming year.  Students will learn about historic viruses ranging from the bubonic plague; smallpox; influence; and polio; to HIV; Ebola; SARS; and COVID-19.  The course will encourage students to view the topic of pandemics from multiple angles and perspectives, staying true to liberal arts tradition. Morrison hopes to be able to teach the course in the fall of 2022.

SUNBURY CITY COUNCIL LOOKING FOR MISSING FUNDS 

Sunbury’s City Council is demanding repayment of $12,000 from a Harrisburg grant writer after council members say they didn’t receive 104 grant applications that  were paid for. The issue was brought up at the July 12 council meeting then Mayor Karlovich met in an executive session earlier this week to discuss the situation.  A letter acquired Friday says that Daniel Zalewski Jr., a grant writer from the Harrisburg area, has 30 days to pay back $12,000 for 120 grants that have not been received. Zalewski was paid $100 per grant to be filed and received.

WOMAN STABS BOYFRIEND

A 24-year-old city woman faces assault charges for allegedly stabbing her boyfriend in his Market Street apartment on Tuesday afternoon.  Kallie Sherman is accused of stabbing Dalton Raymond during a verbal altercation. The arguing led to Sherman grabbing a steak knife and stabbing Raymond in the lower abdomen. Raymond was rushed by ambulance to UPMC Williamsport, where he underwent emergency surgery.  Sherman was taken into custody and jailed in the Lycoming County Prison on probation violation.  She was arraigned before District Judge Aaron Biichle on charges of aggravated assault, possession of an instrument of crime and false reports to law enforcement.  She was recommitted in lieu of $175,000 bail.

DRIVER WITH SUSPENDED LICENSE THREATENS OFFICER

Nicholas Wright of Chiswick Road was pulled over after an officer recognized and knew his license was suspended.  Upon talking to Wright, the officer knew he was drinking and asked him to step out of the vehicle. After Wright got out of the vehicle, he had threatened to punch the officer and break his jaw.  Wright was put into the back of the cruiser and taken to the police station. He was arraigned before District Judge Jon E. Kemp on charges of terroristic threats, simple assault, resisting arrest, DUI and possession of drug paraphernalia.

TWA FLIGHT 800

Today is the day that parents and friends of the students and teachers from Montoursville will never forget.  Today is the 25^th year that TWA Flight 800 crashed 12 minutes after takeoff.  The crash, which is rated as the third deadliest aviation accident, killed 212 passengers and 18 crew members, including 16 Montoursville students and fiver chaperones headed to France.

HOMICIDE AND OTHER CHARGES ON WILLIAMSPORT WOMAN

A Williamsport woman has been held for court for allegedly stabbing her ex-fiancé and killing their 5-month-old infant daughter, following a preliminary hearing Friday.  Corrie Cowlay-Saunders, 23, of 344 Adams Street, was held for court on charges of homicide, endangering the welfare of children, attempted criminal homicide, aggravated assault, recklessly endangering another person, possessing an instrument of crime, burglary, criminal tress pass and unauthorized use of a vehicle. Cowlay-Saunders remains in the Lycoming County Prison for $50,000 bail until her formal arraignment before Lycoming County Judge Marc Lovecchio, Aug 2.

NEW GYM IN LOYALSOCK TOWNSHIP, SPECIAL MEETING TO DISCUSS

A special meeting of the Loyalsock school board has been scheduled to discuss adding a new competition-size gym to Loyalsock Township School District’s proposed construction project.  A vote on the issue was tabled recently so board members would have more time to consider the latest option.  The change from the original plan would add an additional $1.6 million to the overall project and bring the total for the gym expansion to $4.6 million.  The newest proposal would include an increased number of bathrooms to accommodate the larger crowd capacity as well as a hallway with two entrances to the facility.  The entrance to the new gym would be adjacent to a parking lot.