OLD LYCO SUPERVISOR STEPS DOWN

Old Lycoming Township Supervisor David W. Shirn resigned as board Chairman as of Monday and a resignation letter was read by Supervisor Justin Kastner at Tuesday’s meeting.  According to the Sun Gazette, Shirn’s letter thanked the taxpayers and noted that an environment of disrespect and threats from previous employees led to the decision to step down after 6 years as supervisor and 47 years with the fire department.  Kastner said they appreciated Shirn’s contribution to the township. A third supervisor is expected to be appointed within the next two weeks.

SALLADASBURG ELEMENTARY TO CLOSE

Even with public and online support of keeping the building open, Jersey Shore School Board voted 6-3 in favor of closing Salladasburg Elementary School Monday night.  According to WNEP, in an effort to save money, the students will be moved to Jersey Shore Elementary.  Last year, the school board voted not to close Salladasburg Elementary School, instead choosing to redistribute class size, but after a cooling off period in August, the decision to close has happened  According to the Sun Gazette, parents and community members at the meeting Monday expressed disappointment and sadness at the decision, saying concerns should be about the children and the school board seems to think only about the costs.

HEATING OIL THEFT IN CENTRE COUNTY

Police are investigating the theft of home heating oil earlier this month in Centre County.  According to Pennsylvania State police in Rockview, 125 gallons of heating oil was stolen sometime between October 31^st and November 1^st from a home on Lower Gyp Road in Benner Township.  Police are seeking leads and information about the theft or any suspects.  Call stae police if you can assist the investigation 814-355-7545.

TROUT RUN SEEKING DONATIONS FOR CLAM STEAM FUNDRAISER

After devastating flood damage from Tropical Storm Debby, the Trout Run Volunteer Fire Company continues to work toward funding the restoration of their facilities.  They will be holding their 65^th annual Clam Steam on Sunday, December 1^st in a new location, 98 Upper Powy’s Road in Cogan Station.  The fundraising event will feature raffles consisting of various items and the company is seeking donations from the community to help support them, either through merchandise, in-kind donations, gift baskets or other gifts.  Email TRVFC16 @ icloud.com and find out how you can help keep Trout Run fire trucks rolling.

SUNBURY MAN ARRESTED FOR ATTEMPTING TO ABDUCT WOMAN

A man from Sunbury is in custody after police say he attempted to abduct a female from the city.  According to the Daily Item, police reports say the victim mistook the car of 66-year-old Leroy Benner for an acquaintance and got in the vehicle about 9:30am last Friday.  Benner allegedly grabbed the woman and would not let her out of the car, driving to an area near Shikellamy High School where he attempted a sexual assault, but she escaped and rand tyo a nearby house.  Police are investigating several reports of a man attempting to get women to get into his car along all near Fourth and Market Street, which could be related to Benner.  He is in Benner in Northumberland County Jail awaiting an arraignment today.  Call Northumberland County 911 if you have information or video footage of the incident near Route 890 or Cider Press Road.

GALETON MAN ARRESTED FOR GUN THREAT

A man from Galeton is in county jail after threatening the mother of his child with a gun.  According to state police, 33 year old Jamie Lee Hignutt pointed a gun at the woman October 31^st around 9:45pm saying he wanted to kill her in their West Main Street home.  Police were called and charged Hignutt with  terroristic threats, simple assault, and harassment. He is awaiting a preliminary hearing in Potter County Jail, unable to post bail, according to court records.

MCCORMICK INVITED TO WASHINGTON NOW

A spokesperson for Senator Chuck Schumer says David McCOrmick along with Democrat Ruben Gallego of Arizona have now been invited to attend freshman orientation.  According to the Tribune Review, some media outlets declared McCormick the winner in an upset victory Friday, but his opponent, Senator Bob Casey, has not yet not conceded.  At last count 59 year old McCormick, of Pittsburgh, leads by 40,000 votes with a margin of 49% to 48.4% over Casey.

CRIME WATCH IN SUBURY TO RETURN

A Crime Watch program will return to Sunbury after city officials approved a new plan for the city this week.  According to  Police Chief Travis Bremigen, his plan is to form various Crime Watch groups across the city and assign a police officer to be in charge of the sections.  Training would be provided so that volunteers would also help address code issues. The public will be updated soon about how to submit a letter so they can get involved in 2025.  The program would identify where privately owned cameras are located and also foster relationships with city businesses so that timely issues can be addressed.

SPORTS

NBA
Magic  114                     Hornets  89
Hawks  117          Celtics  116
Pistons  123         Heat  121
Knicks  111                   76ers  99
Suns  120             Jazz  112
Warriors  120       Mavericks  117
NBA Tonight
Celtics vs Nets  7:30pm
Bulls  vs Knicks  7:30pm
Cavaliers vs 76ers  7:30pm
Pelicans vs Thunder  7:30pm ESPN
Grizzlies vs Lakers  10pm ESPN

NHL
Jets  6                   Rangers  3
Devils  4               Panthers  1
Oilers  4               Islanders  3
NHL Tonight
Red Wings vs Penguins  7:30pm TNT
Kings vs Avalanche  10pm TNT/Max
NHL News
The Winnipeg Jets made NHL history with their 6-3 victory at the New York Rangers on Tuesday night, becoming the first team to win 15 of its first 16 games in a season.NFL Thursday Night Football
Commanders vs Eagles 8:15pm PrimeVid

HS Football State Playoffs  Friday
PIAA First Round
Class 6A
State College vs Williamsport
BYB Game of the Week/Twin Valley’s Talk Radio Network
Quad A Juniata vs Shamokin
Class A  Muncy vs Lackawanna Trail @ Scranton
District 4 Championships  Friday
AAA – Lewisburg vs Danville
AA – Warrior Run vs Troy @ Mansfield U

HUGHESVILLE MAN THREATENS EX-GIRLFRIEND WITH GUN

A man from Hughesville threatened a woman with a gun after he broke into her home early yesterday.  According to North Central PA dot com, 26 year old Dyllyn Dakota Laird allegedly broke into the home on the 700 block of Hall Street around 2am November 7^th by climbing in a window.  Police say he showed a handgun while threatening his ex-girlfriend who had previously filed a PFA against Laird. He is being charged with burglary, criminal trespassing, simple assault, reckless endangerment, and terroristic threats. He is in Lycoming County Prion under 100 thousand dollars bail.

KULPMONT ROBBERY HAS POLICE SEARCHING FOR SUSPECT

After an alleged robbery at a Kulpmont convenience store, police are searching for suspects. According to the New Item, scanner reports around 8pm Wednesday said that after the theft at Sunoco at Chestnut and Sixth streets was reported, police were seen in a brief pursuit of a vehicle in the area.  Later witnesses say police and a K9 unit was at a residence in the 600 block of Spruce Street, but no word on if a suspect has been taken into custody.

MCCORMICK FLIPS US SENATE SEAT FOR REPUBLICANS

The pivotal US Senate seat previously held by Senator Bob Casey has been flipped and David McCormick former CEO of the world’s largest hedge fund won in a delayed call of the seat.  According to the Associated Press, McCormick’s victory d bolsters the Republicans’ majority in the Senate, which they won from Democratic control this week. By about 3:40 a.m. ET on Friday, McCormick was ahead by more than 34,000 votes with 98 percent of votes counted. McCormick has 49 percent of the vote, while Casey has 48.5 percent. Previously Senator Casey had won six statewide general elections going back to 1996, and did not concede Thursday.

TRAIN RIDES FOR VETERANS IN LEWISBURG SATURDAY

The public is invited to ride North Shore Railroad’s two newly dedicated military units this Saturday in Lewisburg.  According to officials from the rail company, everyone is invited to honor and support veterans during a line-up of trips for the Inaugural Veterans Benefit Voyage beginning at Huffnagle park.  Rides last about an hour and you can sign up for several times and get tickets at NSHR.com. Proceeds benefit Expedition Orange which raises awareness for Vietnam veterans impacted by Agent Orange and Lycoming County Hometown Heroes, providing financial assistance to veterans and their families during times of need. 

TROY MAN ARRESTED AT DANDY MINI MART

A man from Troy with a suspended license wanted in a criminal trespassing incident October 28^th was apprehended inside a Wysox mini mart and arrested for drug charges after his vehicle was searched.  According to Towanda State police, 45 year old Dereck Chad Baldwin was wanted by police for the previous incident and the suspected vehicle was seen at the Dandy Mini Mart in the 23000 block of State Route 6.  Troopers arrested Baldwin and searched his 2009 blue Chevrolet Cobalt mwhere they found methamphetamine, heroin and drug paraphernalia. No bail was listed for Balwin who has a preliminary hearing next month.

WOMAN STOPPED FOR ILLEGAL WINDOW TINT ARREST FOR DRUGS

A 30 year old woman from Delaware County was stopped for illegal window tint at the 800 block of Sheridan Street in Williamsport and is facing drug charges after a search of her car.  According to the Sun Gazette, Williamsport City police pulled Alyssa Leslie of Darby over around midnight on October 12^th and upon noticing a marijuana vape pen, requested consent to search the car; which was granted.  Police found in the 2008 Cadillac Escalade, 21 grams of marijuana and a loaded handgun which had an expired permit.  Leslie was charged with felony carrying a firearm without a license, possession of drugs and other summary offenses.  She was taken into custody but waived her preliminary hearing and posted 10 thousand dollars bail.

WALKING TO RAISE MONEY FOR MILITARY SHARE

Today is the last day of a three-day walk and fundraising effort sponsored by the Central Pennsylvania Food Bank to support veterans, military members, and their families, plus raise awareness about hunger in the region.  According to North Cetnral AP dot com, the goal is 25 thousand dollars to support MilitaryShare, a Fresh Express program of the food bank, providing nutritious food to veterans and active-duty military personnel.  Participants are walking 30 miles across Snyder, Northumberland, Union, Montour, Columbia, and Lycoming Counties while pushing a shopping cart.  There is a wrap-up event at VFW Post #7863 on Shaffer St., Williamsport from 3 til 7pm today.  You can make a donation at centralpafoodbank.org.

 DENTAL CARE FOR VETS

Veterans can call a Watsontown dentist this morning to make an appointment for free needed dental care. According to Carl Jenkins Dentistry, they are donating their time to provide the free cleanings and fillings to give back to the veterans who served us.  They will begin taking calls for appointments beginning at 7am at 538-5005.  Those interested in finding out more can reach out on social media, sending a personal message to Carl Jenkins Dentistry on Facebook on Main Street in Watsontown or call 538-5005.

SPORTS

PIAA District 4 Playoffs
BYB Game of the week
Quad A Championship
Jersey Shore @ Shamokin 
6:30pm pre-game/7pm kickoff
Twin Valley’s Talk Radio Network
HS Football Playoffs Tonight –7pm
D2-4 Class 6A Championships
Williamsport @ Wilkes-Barre
Triple A Semifinals
Montoursville @ Danville
Mount Carmel vs Lewisburg @ Alumni Filed, Milton
Double A Semi Finals
Southern Columbia vs  Troy @ Mansfield U
Warrior Run @ Towanda
Class A Championship 
Line Mountain @ Muncy

NCAA Football Saturday
Purdue vs Ohio State noon FOX
Navy vs South Florida  noon ESPN2
Temple vs Tulane 4pm ESPNU
Florida State vs Notre Dame 7:30pm NBC
Washington vs Penn State  8pm Peacock
BYU vs Utah University 10:15pm ESPN

NFL Thursday Night Football
Ravens 35            Bengals 34

NBA
Timberwolves  135        Bulls  119
Bucks  123                              Jazz 100
Spurs  118                               Trail Blazers  105

NBA Tonight
Nets  vs  Celtics  7:30pm
Warriors  vs Cavaliers  7:30pm
Bucks  vs Knicks 7:30pm
Suns vs Mavericks  7:30pm ESPN
Wizards vs Grizzlies  8pm
76ers  vs Lakers  10pm ESPN
NHL
Bruins 4                Flames  3  /OT
Islanders  4                    Senators  2
Devils 5                Canadiens  3
Sabres 6                Rangers  1
Hurricanes 5         Penguins 1
Flyers  2               Lightning  1
Utah  4                 Blues  2
NHL Tonight
Penguins  vs Capitals  7:30pm Hulu