BACKYARD BROADCASTING LOCAL NEWS JULY 24, 2024

DALMATIA MAN CHARGED WITH ARSON

A man from Lower Mahanoy Township is being charged with arson after he allegedly set fire to his home at the 200 block of River Road on June 20th, the day it was scheduled to be up for a sheriff’s sale.  According to North Central PA dot com, after the fire officials found out that owner, 35 year old Andrew John Souder’s home had been up for sale that day, the state fire marshal got involved in the investigation.  Since the fire, Souder admitted he was behind on mortgage payments and claimed he had sent back payments that investigators said were never received.  He also claimed the fire on his insurance for over 300 thousand dollars. The PA State Police fire marshal has since determined the fire was intentionally set.  Souder is scheduled for a pre-trial conference August 2nd in a Northumberland County courtroom with Judge Paige Rosini.

SHERIFF’S OFFICE WARNS OF SCAMS

The Lycoming County Sheriff’s Office has issued a statement about calls and messages from a fake Sheriff Lusk, telling the phone owner they are being fined and must bring money to a specific location.  According to the Sun Gazette, the Lycoming County Sheriff’s Office says they are aware of a male caller attempting to scam county residents, after they have received calls from victims reporting the issue.  If you are a target of a scam call like this, never give personal information, and ask to call the agency right back if you want to be sure. The Sheriff’s Office will never call and ask to meet for a signature or take a check.  Report all scam calls to the Pennsylvania Attorney General at attorneygeneral.gov /submit-a-complaint.

WATSONTOWN BRIDGE TO CLOSE THIS WEEK

The Watsontown Bridge will close today for a week.  According to PennDOT, the bridge closure over the Susquehanna River in Union and Northumberland Counties will last until next Wednesday. The corridor carries Brimmer Avenue between Union and Northumberland County and has been closed off and on this year. Detours are in place on Route 44, Main Street, and Route 15. With delays expected on the Milton and Route 44 bridges.

PASSHE CHANCELLOR STEPPING DOWN

The man who has served as the chancellor of Pennsylvania’s State System of Higher Education (PASSHE) will end his 6 year tenure in October. According to the Daily Item, Dr. Dan Greenstein prepared an open letter to students, faculty, and staff at the 10 state-owned universities saying he was grateful for his time as chancellor and was glad to be able to help universities freeze tuition every year stressing affordability within the system.  An interim chancellor will be appointed when Greenstein ends his service and the Board of directors plan to start an national search for a qualified candidate.

MAN CHARGED FOR POSSESSING CHILD PORN

A Mifflinburg man who was found with dozens of pornographic images of children on several handheld devices was arrested last Thursday and charged for ten counts of possession of child pornography and a felony count of criminal use of a communication facility.  According to the Daily Item, 35 year old Aaron Reed Kahley was interviewed at his home in Union County July 18th,  after the Internet Crimes Against Children Taskforce received a referral about four Cybertip Line reports that were flagged with images attributed to devices and accounts connected to Kahley.  He was committed to Union County Jail in lieu of $50,000 cash bail, with a preliminary hearing August 20th.

RENOVO WOMAN SURVIVES ROLLOVER CRASH

A woman from Renovo survived a rollover crash that happened in Grugan Township July 5th.  According to the Lock Haven Express, 27 year old Tiffani Zinn in a 2020 Chevy Traverse was traveling near the 8400 Block of Renovo Road and traveled off the north side of the road.  State Police at Lamar say Zinn overcorrected and lost control of the car just after 3am and rolled several times on Renovo Road before striking an embankment and coming to a stop.  Zinn was not treated for any injuries, even though police say she was not wearing a seatbelt.

CHARGES FOR WOMAN WHO SOLD DRUGS TO INFORMANT

Charges have been filed against a Williamsport woman who allegedly sold suboxone strips to an undercover agent several times between October and January.  According to the Sun Gazette, the Narcotics Enforcement Unit gave 3 felony counts of delivery of a controlled substance and illegal use of a cell phone to  53 year old Lisa Hockaday, after at least one incident at West Third and Arch Streets, and several other in Linden.  Hockaday waived her preliminary hearing and is free on 15 thousand dollars bail.

WWII HONOR ROLL IN UNION COUNTY RESTORED

A fundraising campaign in Mifflinburg has brought about the completed restoration of the Union County World War II Honor Roll at the memorial at Mifflinburg Community Park along North Fifth Street. According to the Daily Item, the bronze panels were refurbished and the bricks and concrete around the memorial were restored.  The Union County Veterans Foundation raised about 19 thousand dollars for the project and costs were about 16 thousand.  The remaining funds will be used for maintaining the memorial, paying the caretaker and future projects. There will be a rededication during the annual Veterans Day program at 11am November 9th.

SPORTS

Little League State Championships Today
Tri-Town will face West Point at 10 a.m. in Newville 

MLB Draft League
WV Black Bears 5  Williamsport Crosscutters 0
Cutters stay on the road for Game2 against the Black Bears tonight.  Thye return to Williamsport Friday night against the State College Spikes 6:35pm first pitch.

MLB
Guardians  5        Tigers  4
Marlins  6             Orioles  3
Cardinals 2                    Pirates  1
Padres 4               Nationals 0
Mets 3                  Yankees  2
Phillies  3             Twins  0
MLB Today
Cardinals vs Pirates  12:35pm
Phillies  vs Twins 1:10pm ESPN+
Orioles vs Marlins 6:40pm
Tigers vs Guardians 6:40pm
Padres vs Washington 6:45pm
Mets vs Yankees 7pm ESPN

Olympic News
Women’s Basketball
* The US women’s Olympic basketball team beat Germany 84-57 in an exhibition game in London.  These two teams are in the same pool in the Olympics and will play again in the Paris Games on August 4th.
Gymnastics
* Simone Biles, 27, has won every all-around competition she has entered in more than a decade.
* She’s a nine-time national champion, a six-time world champ and the 2016 Olympic all-around gold medalist.
* Biles could become the first gymnast to win Olympic gold in nonconsecutive Games after she took two years off after the Tokyo Olympics.

Golf News
* Tiger Wood’s son Charlie shot a 10-over 80 yesterday and missed the cut at 22 over through two rounds at the U.S. Junior Amateur.
* The 15-year-old Woods, who earned a spot in the 264-player field last month, finished near the bottom of the pack with his famous father, in attendance.

BACKYARD BROADCASTING LOCAL NEWS JULY 23, 2024

SUNBURY MAN ACCUSED OF ASSAULT CASE HELD FOR COURT

A judge from Northumberland County decided Monday that there is enough evidence to move forward in a trial against a man from Sunbury who police say committed sexual assault against a 15 year old last November.  According to the Daily Item, the victim reported the incident in January after she said 21 year old Anthony Ponce were together playing video games when the assault occurred.  Ponce first denied the allegations but then in an interview in February admitted to the assault.  His attorney had originally asked for the case to be dismissed, but the case will now go to court.

TWO ADULTS CHARGED WITH CORRUPTION OF MINORS

Two adult women who previously worked for Keystone Central school district as staff support, have now been charged with corruption of minors.  According to the Lock Haven Express, 36 year old Dana Ann Kitchen of Lock Haven and 29 year old Brittany Kay Koch from Beech Creek were each found to have sent sexually explicit messages to a 14 year old juvenile while they were employed at the school.  As a result of the investigation into the inappropriate relationships, Kitchen and Koch were taken into custody Friday and incarcerated at the Clinton County Correctional facility in lieu of 25 thousand dollars bail.

JERSEY SHORE ROAD WORK THIS WEEK

Daytime work is going on this week for the box culvert replacement spanning Lawshe Run and will affect traffic along Main Street and Main Street/River Road in both directions in Jersey Shore Borough and Porter, Piatt, and Nippenose townships. According to PennDOT,  Route 44 is scheduled to be closed through the summer at the Jersey Shore Borough / Piatt Township line.  A detour will be in place using Route 220, Thomas and Allegheny Streets through September 20th. Get details about road conditions 24/7 at 511PA dot com.

NATIONAL NIGHT OUT EVENTS IN AUGUST

Three National Night Out events will be happening in Lycoming County this August, as the Lycoming Regional Police Department partners with Seneca Resources to bring about camaraderie between the community and law enforcement.  The annual event held this year on August 4th, will provide fun free activities at Fairlawn Community Church, Old Lycoming Township Park, and Crossroads Church from 6 to 8pm in each location.  National night out was started to give citizens the opportunity to interact with police in a casual, stress-free environment.

Three National Night Out events will be happening in Lycoming County this August, as the Lycoming Regional Police Department partners with Seneca Resources to bring about camaraderie between the community and law enforcement.  The annual event held this year on August 4th, will provide fun free activities at Fairlawn Community Church, Old Lycoming Township Park, and Crossroads Church from 6 to 8pm in each location.  National night out was started to give citizens the opportunity to interact with police in a casual, stress-free environment.

State police in Towanda recently arrested a Rome woman after finding the car she drove contained illegal drugs and paraphernalia. According to North Central PA dot com, the 38 year old Ashley Sarah Richlin was pulled over by state police for window tint. During the stop officers noticed the smell of marijuana and Richlin’s bloodshot eyes. In a search of the vehicle, it was found Richlin was carrying methamphetamine and marijuana as well as drug supplies and a handgun. Richlin is being charged with possession with intent to deliver, possession of a controlled substance, and improper sun screening. She is arraigned on $100,000 bail.

WOMAN WHO ALLOWED ABUSE OF DAUGHTER PLEADS GUILTY

The woman who allowed her boyfriend to sexually assault her young daughter in 2022 during a drug binge, pleaded guilty in Lycoming County Court last week.  According to North Central PA dot com, 35 year old Michelle Renae Strayer admitted to allowing the assault and will face five felony counts and a misdemeanor including obstruction of justice.  The man involved in the crime, Marcus Drake McDaniel, has been found guilty on multiple counts, and has already been sentenced to multiple years in state prison.

BLUE ENVELOPE TO HELP LAW ENFORCEMENT

A blue envelope program has begun in Northumberland to help law enforcement there communicate with drivers they come in contact with who are on the autism spectrum.  According to the Northumberland Police Department, the voluntary program is a way to keep important documents like registration, insurance card, and driver’s license, in a blue envelope that lists instructions about the best way for the officer to interact with the person who is challenged with communicating during a stressful interaction. Contact the Northumberland Police department to obtain an envelope.

STAR GAZING PARTY IN RYDER PARK

An opportunity to participate in a star party and night sky watching at Ryder Park in Trout Run is coming up in August.  According to the Sun Gazette, the Cntral Pennsylvania Observers will host the event that invites registered participants to the park at 8:30pm August 9th with binoculars, a chair, warm clothes and red flashlights if possible.  To register call 570-321-1500 or email [email protected].  An email will follow with information.

SPORTS

Little League PA State Championship
Tri-Town will face West Point on Wednesday at 10 a.m. in Newville 

MLB Draft League
Williamsport Crosscutters are on the road tonight with the WV Black Bears starting a 3-Game series.  They’re home again Friday hosting the State College Spikes at Journey Bank Ballpark/Historic Bowman Field 6:35pm first pitch

MLB
Tigers  8     Guardians  2
Yankees  9  Rays  1
Mets  6       Marlins  4
Pirates  2    Cardinals  1
Twins  7     Phillies 2
MLB Tonight
Orioles vs Marlins  6:40pm
Cardinals vs Pirates  6:40pm
Padres vs Nationals  6:45pm
Mets vs Yankees 7:05pm TBS
Phillies vs Twins  7:40pm


Pre-Olympic Tour Basketball
 Team USA 92   Germany 88 

Olympic Facts
* The 2024 Paris Olympics will take place from July 26 to August 11th
* The games will take place in 17 different cities across metropolitan France and Tahiti who is hosting the two-day surfing competition 9,765 miles from Paris.
* The opening ceremony of the 2024 Paris Olympics will take place July 26 in the heart of Paris along the Seine River.
* The 2024 Games will be the first to have an equal number of men and women participants with a total of 206 countries represented.

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Milton American Legion Wing Night

THE MILTON AMERICAN LEGION WILL BE SELLING WINGS EVERY TUESDAY FROM 5-8PM.  THEY HAVE MANY FLAVORS OF WINGS AVAILABLE.  YOU CAN DINE IN OR TAKE OUT.  YOU CAN ALSO CALL YOUR ORDER IN AT 570-742-4632.  OPEN TO THE PUBLIC.

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