DONALD TRUMP IS PRESIDENT-ELECT

According to unofficial election results from Lyco dot org, Former President Donald J Trump won in Lycoming County with just over 70 percent of the vote after all 81 precincts have reported their results.  The Associated Press called the race in the Commonwealth this morning with over 96 percent of precincts reported across the state and the 19 electoral votes unofficially going to Trump. After unofficial returns in the senate have been tallied, Republican Dave McCormick garnered over 68 percent of the vote to the 29 percent by incumbent Senator Bob Casey.

SUSPICIOUS FIRES STARTED IN WILLIAMSPORT

A dumpster fire that has been deemed suspicious brought emergency crews out Monday night to Seth Street, just north of West Fourth where trash was on fire with flames shooting 20 feet into the air.  According to the Sun Gazette, there has been a rash of fires and vandalism with a vehicle fire reported early Monday in the parking lot of the Pajama Factory after a Democratic gathering was at the facility Sunday night.  Two other vehicles were allegedly set on fire in a parking garage in downtown Williamsport, a couch was reported to be set on fire near Vine Avenue and four separate brush fires were set in a wooded area south of the 1300 block of West Third Street Monday afternoon.  Police continue an investigation.

ARSON CHARGES FOR WILLIAMSPORT MAN

A Williamsport man was charged with arson in September after debris he was burning on his property at 397 Bougainville Road that he thought was extinguished, ignited a few days later.  According to the Sun Gazette, 34 year old Matthew Jon Wagner told police investigating the blaze that he didn’t report the fire because he thought it was minor and he didn’t want to be in the news.  Wagner was arraigned after September 6^th but failed to appear for his preliminary hearing in Lycoming County.  A warrant was issued for his arrest.

TEMPORARY BURN BAN IN ELKLAND TOWNSHIP

The Elkland Township Supervisors has announced a temporary burn ban for the  township this week after it was approved at Monday night’s meeting.  Temporary Burn Ban Resolution 2024-06 goes into effect Wednesday, November 6th at 8pm, and prohibits open burning.  Residents are not allowed to burn any combustible material (garbage, leaves, grass, twigs, litter, paper, vegetative matter involved with land clearing, or any sort of debris) out-of-doors either in a burn barrel or on the ground.  The ban starting tomorrow night is in effect for 30 days.  The use of propane or gas stoves, charcoal briquette grills and the  safe disposal of used charcoal, or the use of tobacco in any form is still permitted.

STATE ELECTIONS FAVORED REPUBLICANS

Republicans in Pennsylvania government fared well last night with most ballots counted in the region.  According to election results at Lyco.org, Representative Dan Mueser of Dallas, and GT Thompson of Howard are unofficially set for re-election, along with State Senator Gene Yaw who defeated Democratic challenger Kim Pitcher of Bradford County.  Incumbent state Treasurer Stacy Garrity defeated Democrat Erin McClelland with over 71 percent of the vote.  Incumbent state Auditor General Tim DeFoor defeated state Rep. Malcolm Kenyatta of Philadelphia, the Democratic nominee.  For Attorney General, Dave Sunday garnered just over 69 percent of the vote over former state Auditor General Eugene DePasquale.

SHOOTING DEATH INVESTIGATION IN WILLIAMSPORT

An investigation of a death by gunshot last weekend has been opened by Williamsport Police.  According to 570 News on the Go 39-year-old Reagan Pyle was found with a fatal gunshot wound around 2pm Saturday a second-floor apartment in the 400 block of Grant Street after police were called for gunshots and a deceased person.  If you have any information about Pyle or the circustances surrounding the incident use the “Submit a tip” link at Lycoming.crimewatchpa.com.

BUILDING COLLAPSE IN SHAMOKIN

Shamokin City officials shut down Route 61 Tuesday after a vacant property at 309 E. Sunbury St collapsed inside itself and caused residents to evacuate out of an abundance of caution.  According to the News Item, the East Sunbury Street location is owned by ALK Construction Group who had plans to renovate the property but find that now demolition is recommended by the city. The road reopened about 90 minutes after the collapse from the third floor to the first floor with fencing in place around the sidewalk to keep pedestrians from passing.  A decision on what to do with the building is pending.

FREE EMT COURSE OFFERED IN TIOGA COUNTY

Tioga County residents can benefit from a special cost arrangement with  Northern Pennsylvania Regional College’s Workforce Development department who are offering EMT training.  Those interested can sign up for the 350 dollar course and upon successful completion of the course the money will be refunded.  The class begins January 6^th and continues meeting at the Mansfield Hose company facility on 381 South Main Street in Mansfield every Monday and Wednesday through June 25^th.  Space is limited to 24 individuals  and registration continues through December 23^rd.  Get details at NPRCevents.org.

SPORTS

PIAA State Soccer Playoffs
Girls Class 1A 
Lanc. Mennonite  2        South Williamsport  1
Camp Hill  4                  Muncy  0
Class 2A
Northwestern Lehigh 4            Hughesville 0
Central Columbia  3      Lake Lehman  0
Class 3A 
Shikellamy  1                 Valley View  0  /OT
Boys Class 1A
Wyoming Seminary  6  Northumberland Christian  0
Class 2A
Scranton Prep  1            Lewisburg  0
Northwestern Lehigh  9           Midd-West  0
Class 3A
Dallas  3                        Selinsgrove  1

NHL
Maple Leafs  4     Bruins  0
Hurricanes 6         Flyers  4
Islanders  4                    Penguins  3
Kings  5                Wild  1
NHL Tonight
Predators vs Capitals  7pm ESPN+
Red Wings vs Blackhawks  8pm TNT
Golden Knights vs Oilers  8:30pm  ESPN+

TARGET EMPLOYEE DIES IN WORKPLACE ACCIDENT

An employee at Target on South Lycoming Mall Road was killed when she was pinned between a portion of the machinery she was operating and a door  frame Saturday morning.  According to the Sun Gazette, the Lycoming County Coroner determined 26 year old Brianna Burley-Inners of South Williamsport was the victim in the work accident that was not seen by any of the employees at the store which was closed  at the time.  State police say Burley-Innes was last seen by co-workers at 11:30pm Friday and when she didn’t respond to a radio call at midnight when employees were clocking out, they discovered her on the manlift.  They called 911 and freed the woman, immediately starting resuscitation, but even efforts by paramedics from UPMC & Pennnsdale volunteer firefighters -when they arrived-were unsuccessful.  Authorities say there’s no evidence of suspicious activity.

INVESTIGATION OPENS ON POLITICAL VANDALISM

An investigation has started into alleged politically motivated vandalism that happened early Monday in a parking lot outside of the pajama factory at 1307 Park Ave., where a Democratic voting party event was held Sunday night.  According to the Sun Gazette, Williamsport Bureau of police say they are looking for leads after reports were called in about 4am Monday about a pick-up truck that was spray painted with the front window smashed with a cinderblock.  Police say the interior of the vehicle was shouldering like someone tried to ignite it.  If you have information about the incident call 570-327-7560.

NEW SEPARATE QUIET ROOM AT WILLIAMSPORT LIBRARY

There is a new quiet room available for k-12 students and their guardians or teachers at the James V. Brown Library in Williamsport.  According to the  library,  the room is ideal for studying, exams or evaluations  and is located on the second-floor teen/tween area, and has a table and chairs for up to four people.  A request to use the room can be done online up to 30 days in advance.  If no on eis u sing the room it can reserved on a walk-in basis for up to 3 hours at a time.  Find out more online at  jvbrown.edu/meeting-rooms.

POLLING PLACE  REMINDERS ON ELECTION DAY

Polls will open at 7am this morning and will be open until 8pm this evening.  Sample ballots are available for each precinct in Lycoming County at Lyco dot org forward slash vote,  as well as the update location of every polling place for the November 5^th Election.  According to the Sun Gazette, Director of Elections in Lycoming County, Forrest Lehman says he expects high turn out today and asks for patience.  He says as long as you’re in line to cast a vote at the polls by 8pm you will be able to cast your vote.

FORMER PRINCIPAL’S TRIAL TO BE POSTPONED

A key witness is unavailable in the trial a former Williamsport Area School District high school principal facing sex charges so his trial will be postponed.  According to North Central PA dot com, needing the testimony of a person who is unavailable this week and the need to add a day to the trial schedule for Roger Freed’s trial means it is now being pushed to December at the Lycoming County Courthouse.  A jury was selected last week , but they will be released and new jury will be selected closer to the trial date.  Freed was arraigned in June of 2022 on the charges for being sexually involved with a student from 2015 until 2022.  He is free on $175,000 unsecured bail.

INSURANCE FRAUD CHARGE FOR MILLMONT WOMAN

A Millmont woman was charged with felony insurance fraud and misdemeanor making false statements after she falsely reported that someone backed into her car earlier this year.  According to the Daily Item, 52 year old Heather Lynn Klose was observed by officers performing traffic control on June 28^th allegedly backing into a building at 407 Chestnut St in Mifflinburg.  Klose later reported that a hit and run accident happened in the parking lot of First Evangelical Lutheran Church on Market Street did the damage to her vehicle.  After an investigation, police informed Klose’s insurance company about the fraud following their payment of over 35 hundred dollars for her claim.  Klose was arraigned on October 25th for the charges and has a preliminary hearing in December.

ELECTION DAY REQUEST FROM ELECTION DIRECTOR

Election Day has arrived the Director of elections in Lycoming County has made statements requesting that voters pack their patience when they come to vote tomorrow.  According to the Sun Gazette, director Forrest Lehman anticipates long lines first thing in the morning and askes that those waiting in the voting lines consider the challenging work volunteer poll workers are doing administering the policies, procedures, and laws that govern elections the way the county’s instructed them.  Lehman says that clothing with messages on it is protected by the voter’s First Amendment rights but there should be no active discussion on who to vote for or against while at the polls.  Campaigners and signs promoting any candidate are required to remain 10 feet from the door. 

WINTER FISHING PROGRAM NEXT WEEK WITH TROUT UNLIMITED

The Trout Unlimited Susquehanna Chapter is inviting the public to their next meeting November 13^th to attend a program presented by Robert McCullough III about fishing at night and during the winter.  The meeting is at the Covenant Central Presbyterian Church on West Fourth Street in Williamsport.  McCullough will share experiences he has had and lead a question and answer session.  He is now retired, but served as a Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission Deputy Fish Warden for 17 years.

SPORTS

NFL
Chiefs  30           Buccaneers 24
NFL Thursday Night Football
Bengals vs Ravens 8:15 PrimeVid

NBA
Cavaliers 116     Bucks  114
Celtics  123         Hawks  93
Nets  106             Grizzlies  104
Rockets  109       Knicks 97
Suns  118                     76ers  116
NBA Wednesday
Warriors  vs Celtics  7:30pm ESPN
76ers  vs Clippers  10pm ESPNNHL
Kings  3               Predators  0
Devils  3              Oilers  0
NHL Tonight
Flyers vs Hurricanes 7pm  ESPN+
Penguins  vs Islanders  7:30pm ESPN+