BACKYARD BROADCASTING LOCAL NEWS SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

FATAL ACCIDENT IN LIVERPOOL TOWNSHIP

A Liverpool man was killed as he attempted to cross Route 11/15 on foot just before 4pm Saturday .  According to North Central PA dot com, 59 year old Robert C. Reish successfully crossed the southbound lanes of the highway near 100 Old Trail Road in Liverpool Township, but state Troopers said as he tried to cross the northbound lanes, he was struck by a pickup truck.  First responders and EMS responded and closed the northbound side of the highway for several hours.  Reish was pronounced dead at the scene by the Perry County Coroner.

POLICE RESPOND TO BREAK-IN IN DUBOISTOWN

After responding to an alleged burglary attempt in the 200 block of Edgewood Avenue in DuBoistown, South Williamsport police are seeking any surveillance footage residents may have in the area around 7:30pm Saturday.  According to the Sun Gazette, police are seeking video footage around the area of Edgewood or Cochran Avenues at the time surrounding the call.  Officers surrounded the home after being called for the break-in, which according to scanner reports, was called in by the homeowner watching live camera footage of their property, but the suspect fled.  Police closed roads around the area as they investigated the crime.  If you have information call South Williamsport Police, 570-327-8152.

FORMER TREASURER SENTENCED TO TEN YEARS PROBATION

A New-Columbia woman who pleaded guilty to stealing hundreds of thousands of dollars during her time as White Deer Township Volunteer Fire Company treasurer avoided jail time but was sentenced Thursday to ten years’ probation with her initial sentence being served under house arrest. According to the Standard Journal, Leanna Fisher admitted to stealing 377 thousand dollars from the fire department and has agreed to never again hold position of financial responsibility over any individual or entity.  Fischer is also required to pay a balance of her 177 thousand dollars in restitution by Monday.

JERSEY SHORE WILL PLAY FOOTBALL TONIGHT IN MAX’S HONOR

The Jersey Shore community leads the region in mourning the loss of Max Engel the senior football player who passed away Friday.  There is an outpouring of love and support evident for the Jersey Shore football player who collapsed during the game against Selinsgrove September 8th.  The Jersey Shore Shikellamy football game set to go on tonight, after the School District released a statement on social media saying the team made the decision wanted to play tonight in Max’s honor.  Gates will open at Jersey Shore at 5:45pm for students and staff, general admission at 6pm and students grades K-8 are asked to be accompanied by an adult.  To inquire about remaining reserved tickets available, call the Athletic office beginning at 8am today.  The family also shared online, their appreciation for the support the community has shown them during this difficult time.   

MIFFLINBURG MAN CAUSES STAND OFF WITH POLICE

A Mifflinburg man, wanted on various charges, led Mifflinburg Police on a chase before pulling two guns on officers last Sunday.  According to the Standard Journal, 33-year-old Timothy Bungart Jr. was arrested following the incident September 10th on Chestnut Street, which involved more than7 law enforcement agencies.  Police say they were involved in a standoff with Bungart for about 20 minutes.  He is now in jail in lieu of $200,000 and facing multiple felony charges, including aggravated assault of a police officer and terroristic threats.

HORSHAM MAN CHARGED WITH TRANSPORTING TRACTORS

A man from Horsham was in federal court in Williamsport after he was charged with allegedly hauling stolen tractors across state lines.  According to North Central PA dot com, 64 year old Joseph John Waldron plead guilty to interstate transportation of stolen goods after police say he hauled a Kubota, backhoe and excavator, and a John Deere tractor between August and December 2021.  The equipment had a value of about 137 thousand dollars.  Waldron could be sentenced up to 10 years in prison.

PA VETERAN’S TREATMENT COURT TO EXPAND

The Pennsylvania Courts have announced the establishment of a Regional Veterans Treatment Court which will add coverage for more underserved central Pennsylvania counties. The Court is anticipated to begin proceedings in early 2024. Currently, Blair, Clinton, Centre and Mifflin counties host treatment courts within their judicial districts – and among them, only Clinton County has an existing veterans court program. The new Regional Veterans Court will include Huntingdon, Perry, Juniata and Clearfield counties and will expand the veterans treatment court network to cover 32 of Pennsylvania’s 67 counties. Pennsylvania currently has 25 county Veterans Court programs, the first of which opened in Lackawanna County in Nov. 2009.

ROAD SURFACING IN UNION COUNTY THIS WEEK

Road resurfacing will continue on Route 15 in White Deer Township, Union County. The project, which continues this week, extends from Interstate 80 to White Deer Township in both directions with single lane restrictions.. Paving is anticipated to be completed by October. You can check road conditions online before you leave at 511PA dot com –  Pennsylvania’s official travel information service.

SPORTS

NFL

Falcons 25            Packers 24
Bills 38                 Raiders 10
Ravens 27            Bengals 24
Seahawks 37         Lions 31
Titans 27              Chargers 24
Buccaneers 27      Bears 17
Chiefs 17              Jaguars 9
Colts 31                Texans 20 
49ers 30               Rams 23
Giants 31             Cardinals 28 
Cowboys 30         Jets 10 
Commanders 35  Broncos 33 
Dolphins 24         Patriots 17

NFL Tonight
Saints vs Panthers @Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte 7:15 ESPN
Browns vs Steelers @Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh 8:15pm ABC

PIAA HS Football tonight
Shikellamy vs Jersey Shor e  7:05pm

MLB

Guardians 9         Rangers 2
Orioles 5              Rays 4
Pirates 3               Yankees 2
Blue Jays 3            Red Sox 2
Marlins 16             Braves 2
Mets 8                  Reds 4
Astros 7                Royals 1
Twins 4                 White Sox 0
Nationals 2           Brewers 1
Cardinals 6           Phillies 5
Giants 11              Rockies 10
Tigers 5                Angels 3
Padres 10             A’s 1
Dodgers 6             Mariners 1
Diamondbacks  6   Cubs 2

NASCAR
Denny Hamlin collected the checkered flag at Bristol’s Saturday night Race followed by
Kyle Larson, Christopher Bell, Chris Buescher and Ty Gibbs rounding out the top 5.
*  Joey Logano and Kevin Harvick were both eliminated from title contention as both NASCAR champions failed to advance out of the first round.
*  Logano became the first reigning champion eliminated in the first round when he crashed early in the third stage and finished 34th.

BACKYARD BROADCASTING LOCAL NEWS SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

BAIL DENIED FOR BUSINESS OWNER ACCUSED OF MURDER

A Williamsport judge has denied bail for the business owner who shot his brother in law in the lobby of the business August 16th.  According to North Central PA dot com, 65 year old Kenneth Richard Michaels waived his preliminary arraignment yesterday.  Police were called to Cable Services Company on Marydale Drive in Williamsport last month after Michaels allegedly shot John Roskowski, in the abdomen and failed to call for help.  Police took Michaels into custody last week in Cape May New Jersey, his preliminary hearing is September 22nd in Lycoming County Court.

MOUNT CARMEL MAN FACES DRUG CHARGES

A Mount Carmel man who turned himself in this summer for his role in the drug death of his teenage brother last April, has waived his preliminary hearing in  Northumberland County Court of Common Pleas.  According to the News Item, 21 year old Christopher Payne is charged with two felony counts of drug delivery resulting in death, delivering a controlled substance and criminal conspiracy and other misdemeanors in the death of 15 year old Ricky Payne who was found dead at home in the morning of Aril 6th this year.

PENNDOT JOB FAIR

A PennDOT job fair is planned for the end of September for open positions with the department in Sullivan County.  Recruiters will be available for on the spot applications September 28th from 2 until 6pm at the Sullivan County Maintenance Office, on  Park Street in Laporte.  Applicants for the Transportation Equipment Operator A and Diesel and Construction Equipment Mechanic positions must bring their current CDL license. Other open positions include Transportation Equipment Operator Trainee, Diesel and Construction Equipment Mechanic Trainee, and Winter CDL Equipment Operators. Get detailed information employment.pa.gov.

SUPPORT SURROUNDS JERSEY SHORE PLAYER

There has been no official word of football player Max Engel’s medical condition released, as there is an outpouring of support shown regionally.  According to media outlets, schools throughout North Central PA have decided to wear orange in support of the Jersey Shore Bulldog who collapsed on the field at last Friday night’s game.  The Jersey Shore SHikellamy football game scheduled for tonight has been postponed after an agreement by both teams. A go fund me account to “Help the Family of Max Engel” has been started and has reached over 45 thousand dollars.

WALMART SHOPLIFTERS ARRESTED

Three men are in custody today after police apprehended them after they stole items from the Walmart in Montoursville.  According to North Central PA dot com, police say 32 year old Gabriel Munoz, 25 year old Byran Garcia, and Jose Perez took more than one thousand dollars-worth of clothing, shoes, and jewelry from the store and left the store, only to be stopped by police at Lowe’s a short time after.  Police say Perez ran from officers and was found by Hughesville police and taken into custody.  The two other men were arrested and charged for third-degree felony retail theft. Police retrieved the stolen items from a white Jeep with out-of-state plates that the trio was using.

TRUCK AND UNIFORMS STOLEN FROM HISTORIC SITE IN SCRANTON

A government truck and park ranger uniforms were stolen from an historic site in Scranton Pennsylvania yesterday and police are seeking information about the theft.  According to WNEP, Scranton police say a white Ford F-350 utility truck with government plates (G632007V), and the uniforms with National Park Service patches were taken with no known motive.  The theft was discovered at the Steamtown National Historic site Thursday after 7pm.  Call the Scranton Police Department ((570) 348-4130) if you have information.

SCHOOL BUILDING SALE APPROVED

The sale of Thaddeus Stevens Primary school, which has been closed for about a year, was approved by the Williamsport Area School Board this week.  According to the Sun Gazette, a sales agreement with Moonrise Acquisitions LLC is in place and will allow for the purchase of the Williamsport buildings and grounds.  There will be a petition filed stating the purchase price at 850 thousand dollars for the facility at 1150 Louisa Street.  The new owner did not state any plans publicly for the newly acquired building.

DENTON HILL SET TO REOPEN

After almost 10 years of being closed, plans are in place to restore skiing and expand four-seasons recreation at Denton Hill State Park in Ulysses by DCNR.  According to North Central pa dot com, DCNR will partner with a new local business, Denton Go, to build out recreational opportunities at the 700 acre-park on Route 6 in Potter County.  Three local people started Denton Go in order to run operations and the concessions at the park according to a press release.  The two entities are working out the terms of a 35-year lease, after which, the design plans for the park will get underway.

SPORTS

NFL
Philadelphia Eagles 34         Minnesota Vikings 28

NFL Sunday
Vegas Raiders @  Buffalo Bills @1pm CBS
Giants @ Arizona Cardinals 4:05pm FOX
NY Jets @ Dallas Cowboys 4:25pm CBS
Monday Night Football
Cleveland @ Pittsburgh ABC/ESPN+

NCAA Football This Saturday
Penn State heads to Illinois for a match-up at noon on FOX
Pitt is @ West Virginia 7:30pm ABC

HS Football  
BYB High School Football Game of the Week
Berwick @ Williamsport 6:30 pre-game/7pm kickoff
Twin Valley’s Talk Radio Network or WILQ’s HD3

MLB
Pirates 2     Nationals 0
Tigers 8      Reds 2
Red Sox 5  Yankees 0 Game 1
Yankees 8  Red Sox 5 Game 2
Brewers 4    Marlins 2
Mets 11      Diamondbacks 1
Rangers 9  Blue Jays 2
Rays 4        Orioles 3
Twins 10     White Sox  2
Giants and Rockies postponed

NASCAR Saturday Night
Bass Pro Shops Night Race in Bristol 
Pre Race coverage starts at 6:30pm on the Twin Valley’s Talk Radio Network or WILQ’s HD3

BACKYARD BROADCASTING LOCAL NEWS SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

RE-CAPTURED CONVICT SLEPT IN THE WOODS, ATE WATERMELON

More details are coming in about how Danelo Cavalcante eluded state troopers for nearly two weeks before he was captured near Pottstown, PA in Chester County, Wednesday morning.  According to PennLive, police said in a press conference yesterday, that after Cavalcante escaped August 31st, he lived on watermelon and stream water, and at one point early in the search, the fugitive, told authorities that one officer almost stepped on him hiding in the underbrush.  Ultimately, thermal imaging from above was used to locate the man.  Cavalcante was taken to the Avondale State Police barracks around 9:30 a.m. yesterday and was arraigned for the escape charge. His preliminary hearing is September 27th.

K-9 OFFICER YODA ASSISTS POLICE IN CAPTURING ESCAPEE

More details are coming in about how Danelo Cavalcante eluded state troopers for nearly two weeks before he was captured near Pottstown, PA in Chester County, Wednesday morning.  According to PennLive, police said in a press conference yesterday, that after Cavalcante escaped August 31st, he lived on watermelon and stream water, and at one point early in the search, the fugitive, told authorities that one officer almost stepped on him hiding in the underbrush.  Ultimately, thermal imaging from above was used to located the man while he was sleeping in the woods of South Coventry Township on Wednesday morning, lying on top of a rifle he had stolen. A police dog named Yoda was released to find Cavalcante, and he bit him and prevented him from using the rifle before police took him into custody and processed him at the Avondale State Police barracks and was arraigned for the escape charge. His preliminary hearing is September 27th.

FIFTEEN YEARS FOR PORNOGRAPHY SENTENCE

A man from Williamsport was recently handed a 15 year sentence after a second conviction for receiving child pornography within a five year period.  According to the Sun Gazette, along with the prison time, 42 year old Wayne Stanford Keen, III, will have 10 years supervision after his term, must pay restitution to three victims, have no contact with anyone under the age of 18 and submit to lie detector tests to curb pornography viewing.  Keen was sentenced in 2017 on one child pornography charge for which he received 6 months to a year of prison time. 

ROUTE 220 SOUTH HAS CONSTRUCTION THIS WEEK

PennDot will be patching main roads tomorrow on Route 220 SB in Williamsport, Lycoming County.  According to the Department, motorists should expect lane restrictions on Route 220 southbound between Route 15 southbound and Reach Road.  Motorists can expect alternating lane restrictions where work is being performed.  Traffic entering Route 220 southbound from the Route 15 southbound exit ramp will be maintained using a stop sign.

JERSEY SHORE FOOTBALL PAUSED THIS WEEK

The Jersey Shore football team has announced that they will postpone the Jersey Shore/Shikellamy High School Football game tomorrow out of respect for Max Engel and his family after he suffered a serious injury at last Friday night’s game. In a recent letter to the community, Superintendent Dr. Brian Ulmer, brought word from the Engels that Max’s condition has ‘rapidly declined’, but no other details have been shared. The school community continues to support the family.  A go fund me account called “Help the family of Max Engel” has reached over 42 thousand dollars at this time.   Dr. Ulmer says the Center for Community resources is available for anyone in the community needing support.

WILLIAMSPORT MAN ASSAULT GROCERY LOSS PREVENTION OFFICER

A Williamsport man was arrested Monday after hitting loss prevention officer at Wegman’s who was trying to stop him from stealing.  According to North Central PA dot com, 31 year old Darlo Vicente Blount was confronted at the store about 2:30pm and fled following the assault, and was caught a short time later at the Trade & Transit Center.  Polcie allegedly found marijunana in a bag Blount was carrying after he was detained.  He was charged with second-degree felony robbery, possession of marijuana, and retail theft, and will have a preliminary hearing September 28th.

RADAR CENTER EXPERIENCES TWO-ALARM ELECTRICAL FIRE

There was a two-alarm fire reported Tuesday morning at the Red Rock Radar Center in Colley Township, following an electrical problem in the elevator service room of the 5-story building. According to the Sun Gazette, firefighters from four counties were called to the scene on Mountain Springs Road just after 10am.  With first responders carrying hoses and other heavy equipment up two stairwells of the 70×75  dome structure, and the fire was extinguished in about 30 minutes .  Dushore Fire Chief John Yonkin estimated the damage done to the building at about 200 thousand dollars. The facility provides data for both the Scranton-Wilkes-Barre and New York City Center airports.  No injuries were reported and electric service was restored to the facility by the evening.

MAN FOUND DECEASED IN SUNBURY DIED OF NATURAL CAUSES

No suspicious activity was announced after individuals found a deceased male laying in the 200 block of South Third Street Tuesday and called police.  According to the Daily item, Sunbury Police said they originally thought the incident was nefarious, but determined the 70 year old man discovered just before 5pm, died of natural causes.  Police closed roads in the area Tuesday evening as they completed an investigation.  The identity of the man has not yet been released. 

KNOEBELS’ PHOENIX ROLLERCOASTER HONORED AGAIN

At the Golden Ticket Awards at Dollywood Theme Park in Pigeon Forge Tennessee on Saturday, Knoebels Amusement Resort’s Phoenix roller coaster and food were ranked at #1 in the world.  According to Amusement Today, the Phoenix was named the #1 wooden roller coaster in the world for the fifth time and the park’s food secured the #1 spot again marking them being recognized as the best 20 times in the last 23 years:  Knoebels was also a finalist in the Best Guest Experience and Best Dark Ride categories. The awards are calculated from an international poll.

SPORTS

MLB

Giants 6      Guardians  5
Rays 5         Twins 4
Rockies 7     Cubs 3
Mariners 3    Angels 2
Cardinals 1  Orioles  0
Pirates 7     Nationals 6
Braves 4     Phillies 1
Reds  4       Tigers 3
Rangers 10  Blue Jays  0
Mets 7        Diamondbacks 1
Astros 6       A’s  2
Royals 7      White Sox  1
Marlins 2    Brewers 0
Padres 6     Dodgers 1

Yankees and Red Sox postponed for rain

NFL Tonight
Minnesota Vikings vs Philadelphia Eagles 8:15pm Prime Video
NFL News
* Three key Philadelphia Eagles  — running back Kenneth Gainwell, cornerback James Bradberry and safety Reed Blankenship — have been ruled out of Thursday’s home opener against the Minnesota Vikings.  Bradberry remains in concussion protocol while Gainwell and Blankenship are dealing with rib injuries. Defensive tackle Fletcher Cox has a rib injury as well and is listed as questionable.

MLB News
*  The Braves clinched their sixth straight NL East title, beating the Philadelphia Phillies 4-1 last night after Spencer Strider’s major league-leading 17th win and Austin Riley’s two-run homer.
* Atlanta (96-50) clinched in 146 games, its second-quickest clinch in the divisional era. The division title was the Braves’ record 26th, two more than the Los Angeles Dodgers and New York Yankees,

NBA News
* The NBA board of governors unanimously voted yesterday to approve tougher resting policy rules and punishments for star players who sit out games.  NBA commissioner Adam Silver said the rule would ultimately give the league office authority for greater oversight over discipline for missed games and an ability to fine teams more than $1 million for each instance for it.

BACKYARD BROADCASTING LOCAL NEWS SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

ESCAPED CONVICT CAPTURED ALIVE BY STATE POLICE

PA State Police have announced that Danelo Cavalcante the Brazillian man who escaped from the Chester County Prison 14 days ago has been captured alive.  According to PennLive, local media reported that Cavalcante was hiding in a field in northern Chester County when searchers used thermal imaging to assist police.  He was caught at about 8:15am this morning and has been taken to the state police’s Avondale barracks Chester County Schools and Longwood Gardens were closed while hundreds of police searched the perimeter they established.  and residents were urged to shelter in place as the escapee eluded law enforcement.  The Washington Post reported that one tower guard who prison authorities said should have seen Cavalcante escape was fired.

BODY FOUND IN SUNBURY

A body of an unknown male was found in the 200 block of South Third Street of Sunbury yesterday afternoon before 5pm.  According to the Daily Item, Sunbury police are now investigating at the scene after people walking along the street discovered the body and called police.  The North Shore Railroad was closed yesterday evening as well as the area of Walnut and Church streets from Third to Fourth were taken up with police activity. The Northumberland County Coroner was also on the scene.

DELAY IN DECISION ABOUT CITY HALL BID

No decision will be made this week on the future of the condemned City Hall building on West Fourth Street in Williamsport.  According to the Sun Gazette, city council said at the finance committee meeting this week, that they will wait until September 28th to make a decision about the property in order to consider whether to accept the a $555,500 high bid by JBAS Realty, of Jessup, a move Mayor Slaughter says the developer is comfortable with.  City Council also has the legal option to reject the bid entirely.  The city Economic Revitalization Committee will take comments from the public about the project today.

DISPLACED FLAMINGO RESCUED IN PENNSYLVANIA

The PA Game Warden rescued a displaced flamingo last week after it was injured by a snapping turtle in Franklin County.  According to North Central PA dot com, the bird drifted into Pennsylvania after Hurricane Idalia, and an observer witnessed the turtle attack and the bird was rescued and taken to an emergency vet. According to a Facebook post by the Raven Ridge Wildlife Center  where the bird was taken.  The X-rays show no breaks or fractures to the injured leg, but there is tissue, muscle and some tendon damage.  Funds are being raised for the bird’s rehab at the center in Lancaster, PA.. Over 4 thousand dollars has been raised so far.

TIOGA COUNTY CAR THIEF APPREHENDED IN HUGHESVILLE

Police in Hughesville pulled over a Philadelphia man in a traffic stop and discovered he was a car thief wanted in Tioga County.  According to state police in Mansfield, the 50 year old suspect, who was not identified in the police report, allegedly walked into a garage on Route 414 in Liberty Township August 20th and stole the property owner’s Ford pickup truck.  Local police found him with the owner’s loaded handgun the truck.  The suspect was incarcerated at Tioga County Prison. 

2021 SHOOTER PLEADS GUILTY IN CLINTON COUNTY

The man accused of shooting Jakob Haines in February of 2021 pleaded guilty during his trial at the Clinton County Courthouse yesterday.  According to the Lock Haven Express, Brian St. John, III told the court that he removed a gun from a case in a drawer, and without checking the chamber pulled the trigger and shot Haines at a home along Brewery Hollow in Woodward Township.  The guilty plea to one felony count of aggravated assault and one count of involuntary manslaughter now could see St. John sentenced to up to 35 years maximum and potentially facing up to $40,000 in fines.  He will remain incarcerated at the Clinton County Correctional Facility without bail until his sentencing date.

ARTIFACTS FROM 9/11 ADDED TO SHAMOKIN MEMORIAL

A piece of the World Trade Center and a rock from the Flight 93 crash site was placed permanently at a new 9/11 Memorial on Lincoln Street in Shamokin Monday.  According to the News Item, the piece of steel from the towers was donated by the Stephen Siller Tunnel to Towers Foundation in 2021 and will be held in a cabinet encased within a stone-faced memorial alongside a rock from the Shanksville crash site that was loaned in perpetuity by the National Park Service to the Shamokin Fire Bureau. A painting by Dave Tamkus depicting One World Trade Center is also on display.

LACROSSE CO-OP APPROVED FOR WARRIOR RUN AND DANVILLE

The Danville Area School Board approved a boys lacrosse co-op in a 6-2 vote between Danville and Warrior Run  School Districts Monday.  According to the Daily Item, school board director Sandy Green said he has concerns that Danville players could potentially lose playing time to those from Warrior Run, but Danville boys’ lacrosse head coach Devon Francke provided data to the board that suggests Danville players would not experience such a loss because of the pace of the game and the line is rotated every few minutes.  A student in favor of the co-op said the merger is an opportunity to learn from a diverse group of teammates.

SPORTS

MLB

Guardians 3         Giants 1
Yankees 3            Red Sox  2(Game 1)
Yankees 4            Red Sox 1(Game 2)
White Sox 6          Royals 2(Game 1)
Royals 11             White Sox 10 (Game 2)
Cardinals 5                    Orioles 2
Pirates 5               Nationals 1
Braves 7               Phillies 6
Reds 6                  Tigers 5
Rangers 6             Blue jays 3
Mets 7                  Diamondbacks 4
Brewers 3             Marlins 1
Twins 3                 Rays 2
A’s 6                     Astros 2
Rockies 6              Cubs 4
Mariners 8                     Angels 0
Dodgers 11                    Padres 2


NFL Thursday Night
Minnesota Vikings @ Philadelphia Eagles 8:15 Prime Video

NFL Sunday
Vegas Raiders @  Buffalo Bills @1pm CBS
Giants @ Arizona Cardinals 4:05pm FOX
NY Jets @ Dallas Cowboys 4:25pm CBS
Monday Night Football 9/18
Cleveland @ Pittsburgh ABC/ESPN+

NFL NEWS
A season-ending Achilles tear was confirmed Tuesday by an MRI for quarterback Aaron Rodgers after he was injured on the Jets’ fourth snap of the new season Sunday, and will have surgery to repair it. The New York Jets coach wholeheartedly endorsed new starter Zach Wilson.  Rogers injury is a blow to the Jets who traded for and built their season around him. Because of his age (39) and the severity of the injury, Rogers’ future is in question.NCAA Football This Saturday
Penn State heads to Illinois for a match-up at noon on FOX
Pitt is @ West Virginia 7:30pm ABC

BACKYARD BROADCASTING LOCAL NEWS SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

ACCIDENT TEMPORARILY STOPS 9/11 RIDE

The 9/11 Memorial Coalition Ride was halted for about 15 minutes last night at about 6:30, after a traffic control officer was hit by a participant in the ride.  According to the Sun Gazette, the South Williamsport Fire Chief confirmed that a volunteer fire police officer from South Williamsport was hit by a person driving a three wheel motorcycle, and was pinned under the vehicle for about 10 minutes at Riverside Drive and Maynard Street.  The officer did not suffer life threatening injuries, but was transported to UPMC Williamsport with unnamed injuries.  The ride continued after the accident cleared.  Borough police are investigating the crash.

MURDER CHARGES FILED IN 7 YEAR OLD WILLIAMSPORT CASE

After seven years passed since a shooting in Lycoming County left one man dead, Williamsport police have charged a current inmate at Allenwood Penitentiary with the crime.  According to the Sun Gazette, 42 year old Dawud M. Rogers allegedly shot and killed William Michael Blackwell December 30th 2016 at the 2000 block of Boyd Street and the 3pm shooting was caught on surveillance cameras.  Police say Blackwell also had a history of crime, potentially the suspect in another shooting near Park Avenue and Grier Streets and had been arrested for charges in Lycoming County in Philadelphia in 2016. Rogers was charged additionally with homicide, aggravated assault, illegal possession of a firearm.  He is currently incarcerated on drug charges from 2018.

COUNSELING AVAILABLE AT JERSEY SHORE AFTER ACCIDENT

Additional counselors remain at the Jersey Shore Area School District this week to help students and staff who are supporting #4 – senior Max Engel, who collapsed at the Jersey Shore/Selinsgrove football game Friday night.  According to WNEP, the school district asked for privacy, thoughts, and prayers for the family as they continue to seek care for Max who was transported by ambulance Friday night.  All students are asked to wear Orange on Thursday to support he Engel family and plans are in place to raise additional funds at the home game Friday for the family and the impending medical expenses.  A Gofundme page “Help the Family of Max Engel” has surpassed its’ newly set 32 thousand dollar goal.

TROUT UNLIMITED OUTDOOR CHAPTER MEETING WEDNESDAY

The Susquehanna Chapter of Trout Unlimited will have a picnic and outdoor meeting Wednesday at Trout Run Park Pavilion for members and potential members who want to learn about the chapter, try out fly casting or talk with experienced fly fishers.  According to the chapter website, the public is welcome at 5:30 for a meet, greet and demos along with food and drinks – with fishing equipment available to try.  Free first-time memberships will be available Wednesday, also.  Find out more at Susquehanna T U dot com.

POTTER COUNTY MAN ARRESTED FOR ATTEMPTED MURDER

A 59 year old man from the Galeton area who was on the run after he threatened to shoot an ex-girlfriend and her friend Sunday in Gaines, was found in the woods by police with an injury himself.  According to North Central PA dot com, Robert Wildey allegedly forced his way into the apartment of a former girlfriend on Germania Street, threatened the pair and then fired a shot at the man, striking him in the arm, then aimed the gun at the woman who struggled with Wildley when a shot went off but caused no injuries.  Wildley fled the scene, threatening to kill himself.  He was later found in the woods off Hanky Panky Road in Gaines and flown to Geisinger Medical Center in Danville with a gunshot. Local schools were closed Monday afternoon when State police issued a warning that Wildley was on the loose prior to his capture. He was charged with attempted murder.

PENN COLLEGE STUDENT ARRESTED FOR ASSAULT

A Penn College student is free on bail after allegedly assaulting two campus officers August 11th while she was being held at the campus police station for public drunkenness and underage drinking.  According to the Sun Gazette, 19 year old Paige Nicole Wright was seen by campus police being carried by two unknown males before she was dropped and they fled the scene.  Wright, from Forest Hill Maryland later caused a disturbance at the station by pulling a fire alarm, threw furniture and kicked the two officers.  She was arraigned and initially committed to Lycoming County Prison, and has a preliminary hearing later this month.

NORTHUMBERLAND ROAD REOPENED AFTER CRASH

Penndot is updating motorists that the crash involving multiple cars that closed down Route 147 between Herndon Bypass Road in Jackson Township and Boyles Run Road in Lower Augusta Township, Northumberland County is now back open.  You can get updates of all traffic slowdowns in the commonwealth online anytime at 511PA dot com.

LOANS AVAILABLE FOR PA FARMERS

Farmers who qualify can take advantage of some new loan opportunities.  The USDA’s Farm Service Agency has funding specifically for Targeted Underserved Groups and Beginning Farmer loans designed to help farmers purchase and operate family farms.  According to the FSA farm ownership loans may be used to purchase or enlarge a farm, purchasing easements or rights of way for farms,  improve or build buildings, promote soil and water conservation and development, as well as closing costs.  Farm operating loans may be used to purchase livestock, equipment, feed and seed, food, clothing, medical care, hired labor and more. Contact the FSA office at 405 W Market Street in Middleburg for information.

SPORTS

NFL Monday Night Football
New York Jets 22        Buffalo Bills 16 /OT

NFL News
The New York Jets are still awaiting official word on Aaron Rodgers’ status, but they are concerned that Rodgers suffered an Achilles injury in the game last night.  Just four snaps into his debut with the Jets, Rodgers was injured and it prematurely ended his much-anticipated performance.  They expect to have results from an MRI today.

NCAA Football This Saturday
Penn State heads to Illinois for a match-up at noon on FOX
Pitt is @ West Virginia 7:30pm ABC

MLB
Giants 5               Guardians 4
Braves 10            Phillies 8 Game 1
Phillies 7            Braves 5 Game 2
Orioles 11           Cardinals 5
Nationals 6         Pirates 2
Rangers 10         Blue Jays 4
D’backs 4            Mets 3
Brewers 12          Marlins 0
Rays  7                 Twins  4
A’s 4                    Astros 0
Cubs 5                 Rockies 4
Angels 8              Mariners 5
Padres 11            Dodgers 8
Yankees and Red Sox & Royals and White Sox both postponed for rain

BACKYARD BROADCASTING LOCAL NEWS SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

MAN HIT BY TREE BRANCH SAVED VIA CPR

A man from McIntyre Township was saved by a family friend who is a first responders and knew to perform CPR when he was struck by a tree limb Saturday at his home near Ralston.  According to the Sun Gazette, the 50 year old man was pruning trees and was hit hard enough by the branch to go into cardiac arrest at the home on Route 14. His son was at the scene along with Devon Whitehill of the Ralston Volunteer Fire Company, who, when the man went into cardiac arrest after the accident, performed CPR that saved his life.  Ralston and Whitehall Fire departments responded and the man was transported to UPMC Williamsport  According to reports, he is now recovering at home.

911 PHONE SERVICE BACK IN OPERATION

The 9-1-1 system is back in operation after an outage cause problems Thursday and Friday.  In a fax notification from the Lycoming County Department of Public Safety, phone service to dialing 911 in Lycoming County reopened by Friday afternoon. Verizon completed restoration of the widespread outage which affected 911 in 11 counties, including Lycoming, Union, Snyder, Northumberland, Montour, and Columbia.  Strong thunderstorms on Thursday afternoon were attributed to the  outages, which started in the late afternoon.

MORE RESURFACING THIS WEEK ON ROUTE 15

Motorists are advised that a resurfacing project continues this week on Route 15 and Beauty’s Run Road in The City of Williamsport and Old Lycoming, Lycoming, and Lewis townships. HRI Corporation, the prime contractor for this $5.4 million resurfacing and pavement repair project, will be working on the Route 15 southbound structure over Route 220 in the City of Williamsport. Motorists can expect alternating lane restrictions where work is being performed. Work will be performed during daylight hours and is expected to be completed by November 2023.

GO FUND ME ESTABLISHED FOR JERSEY SHORE FOOTBALL PLAYER

A Gofundme page has been opened up for the Jersey Shore senior football player who collapsed at the Jersey Shore Selinsgrove football game Friday night. According to WNEP, #4 Max Engle a defensive end for Jersey Shore, made a tackle on the third down, then time out was called. He collapsed while walking back on the field. The GoFundMe page – found by searching “Help the Family of Max Engel”  has surpassed its’ 25 thousand dollar goal at this time.  Engle remained hospitalized Saturday morning, but there is no update to his condition.

BAIL DENIED FOR WOMAN WHO RAMMED LITTLE LEAGUE MUSEUM

The woman who is accused of ramming her van into the doors of the Little League museum in South Williamsport last July, has been denied bail and will remain in jail during her upcoming trial in Lycoming County Court.  According to the Sun Gazette, Theresa Salazar had been seeking release on supervised bail.  Judge Eric Lindhardt determined that he had concerns that the woman has a history of harassment and that release would bring an increased risk of danger to all involved prior to her trial.  Salazar was previously charged with attempted homicide, causing a catastrophe, aggravated assault, terroristic threats, felony mischief, felony trespassing and six counts of reckless endangerment. 

SEX OFFENDER DIDN’T REGISTER NEW JOB

A Cogan Station man who is a convicted sex offender failed to register his place of employment with police and is facing backlash.  According to the Sun Gazette, 62 year old Mark Walter Cunningham was terminated from his job in Hepburn Township when the employer learned he was a registered sex offender following the disclosure that he hadn’t updated his records with authorities.  Police say Cunningham is required to report any change in address or employment for the rest of his life.  He was re-arraigned and incarcerated in lieu of 25 thousand dollars bail.

BLOOMSBURG MAN PLEADS GUILTY FOR SELLING BODY PARTS

A 41 year old man from Bloomsburg pleaded guilty in federal court for buying and selling body parts stolen from cadavers at Harvard Medical School and an Arkansas mortuary.  According to North Central PA dot com, Jeremy Pauley unlawfully transported human remains, many of which had been donated to be used for research.  Several other suspects from Pennsylvania, New Hampshire, Minnesota and Massachusetts were involved in the conspiracy are awaiting trial.  Pauley has been charged with interstate transportation of stolen property and conspiracy and faces other similar charges including abuse of a corpse in Cumberland County.

ANNUAL 911 RIDE IS TONIGHT

The 22nd Annual 9-11 Memorial Ride will once again wind its way through Lycoming County this evening September 11th. The rolling memorial honors those who lost their lives that terrible day and to the fallen in the war on terror. County Sheriff Mark Lusk and the Lycoming County Sheriff’s Department will escort the ride with many fire and police units providing traffic control along the entire 42-mile route. The crowds on the streets and country lanes have been estimated previous years at 20,000 people.  Plan accordingly, and know that the column will be leaving the Clinton Township Fire department along Route 54 at 6pm after a 5pm memorial service. Details on the route at 911memorialcoalition dot org.

SPORTS
NFL Sunday

Falcons 24           Panthers 10
Browns 24                     Bengals 3
Jaguars 31                      Colts 21
Buccaneers 20     Vikings 17
Saints 16              Titans 15
49ers 30               Steelers 7
Commanders 20           Cardinals 16
Ravens 25                      Texans  9
Packers 38                      Bears 20
Raiders 17                      Broncos 16
Eagles 25             Patriots  20
Dolphins 36         Chargers 34
Rams 30               Seahawks 13
Cowboys 40         Giants 0

NFL Tonight
Jets vs Bills 8:15pm
MLB

Angels 2     Guardians 1
Marlins 5    Phillies 4
Tigers 3       White Sox 2
Rays 6         Mariners 3
Red Sox 7  Orioles 3
Dodgers  7            Nationals 3
Yankees 4  Brewers 3
Braves 5     Pirates 2
Blue Jays 5  Royals 2
Reds 7        Cardinals 1
Mets 2        Twins 0
Astros 12     Padres 2
Cubs 5        Diamondbacks 2
Rangers 9  A’s  4
Giants 6      Rockies 3
NASCAR Sunday
Tyler Reddick took the checkered flag at the Hollywood Casino 400 @ Kansas Speedway, 
followed by Denny Hamlin, Erik Jones, Kyle Larson and Joey Logano Rounding out the top 5.
* Reddick  punches  his ticket to the next round of the NASCAR Cup Series playoffs. 

TENNIS US Open Finals 
*   Coco Gauff   defeated Aryna Sabalenka 2-6, 6-3, 6-2 at Arthur Ashe Stadium on Saturday The women’s Grand Slam champion in the U.S. Open final

  • Novak Djokovic defeated Daniil Medvedev 6-3, 7-6 (5), 6-3 on Sunday to win the US Open and claims an historic 24th major championship, matching Margaret Court for the most Grand Slam singles titles in tennis history.

BACKYARD BROADCASTING LOCAL NEWS SEPTEMBER 9, 2023

MAN ARRESTED FOR ASSAULT WITH A BOX CUTTER

A Williamsport man was arrested after allegedly slashing another man with a box cutter near the 1900 block of West Fourth Street on Tuesday.  According to the Sun Gazette, police say Dennis Prieto, Jr. attacked Maxwell Stokely in the neck, hand and face with the weapon and fled from the scene, and apprehended a short time later about a block away.  Police found 11 ounces of marijuana when Prieto was searched.  Stokely was treated UPMC Williamsport.  Prieto faces felony aggravated assault charges and misdemeanor drug possession charges, and is in Lycoming County Prison  in lieu of 100 thousand dollar bail.

NINE YEAR OLD GIRL LOSES LIFE AFTER FREAK ACCIDENT

The 9 year old daughter of a staff member of Mifflinburg Area High School football team has died after an accidental injury she sustained after being struck by a falling tree September 1st.  Nine year-old Joslyn Noelle Flickinger, a fourth-grade student at Mifflinburg Area Intermediate School and the daughter of Luke and Mandie Flickinger, passed away Tuesday according to a social media post by the family, that thanked those who prayed and attended a vigil for Joslyn.  A fund has been created at Mifflinburg Bank & Trust to support the family, called the “Flickinger Family Medical Fund.”Joslyn will be honored at the Shamokin football game this Friday by attendees wearing her favorite color, light blue or teal, and Buffalo Valley Church and Hillside Coaches will also collect donations for the family.

WOMAN SELLS TRAILER THAT WAS NOT HERS

A woman from White Deer Township has been charged with felony theft by deception for selling a house trailer that was not hers.  According to the Daily Item,  Amy R. Wells sold the trailer to a 44 year old male victim for 5 thousand dollars, and it was only later he found out that Wells was not the owner of the property.  State Police at Milton were made aware of the theft on August 5th and now Wells was arraigned August 30th with a preliminary hearing scheduled for September 19th.

PRE REGISTRATION DEADLINE TODAY FOR CAMP SUSQUE RUN

Camp Susque has invited the public to participate in their Harvest Festival and Trail Run coming up on September 16 in Trout Run.  The festival event is free to the public with the morning kicking off with a 5/10K trail race and fun race at 9:30am.  Today is the deadline to pre-register for the race for a T-shirt.  Camp Susque is a non-profit, non-denominational and ACA accredited Christian camp with programs like boys and girls summer camps, family camps, winter camps and year-round retreats.  Register for the Trail Run race and get information online  www. susque.org .

MAN ARRESTED FOR THREATENING PENNDOT WORKERS WITH RIFLE

A Williamsport man is facing charges after threatening PennDOT workers while holding a rifle at a construction site near his home August 26th.  According to North Central PA dot com, 66 year old Dwight Wayne Mosteller approached workers near the 170 block of Sholder Road on an ATV and was allegedly upset over workers dumping stone near his property.  Throughout the morning witnesses say Mosteller continued to watch the workers and remained agitated, even raising the gun toward workers before a family member came and removed the gun from the man’s hands.  He was charged with st-degree misdemeanor terroristic threats, simple assault, and disorderly conduct, and released on 55 thousand dollars unsecured bail.

TEEN IN CUSTODY AFTER WIELDING A KNIFE AT HOME

A 13 year old girl from Milton was charged with attempted homicide after family members called police when she attempted to stab her father with a knife over an argument over the appropriateness of posters in her room.  According to the Daily Item, state police were called to the home Monday afternoon along Main Street in West Chillisquaque Township in Northumberland County.  Police say when the girl was taken into custody, she told police that she wanted to kill her father and grandmother. According to court documents, drug paraphernalia was also found in the girl’s bedroom She was released to medical staff on $25,000 unsecured bail. 

RENOVO MEDICAL CENTER IN FINANCIAL TROUBLE

Bucktail Medical Center in South Renovo is facing financial difficulties and may have to close its doors, leading to a loss of jobs and a 40 minute commute for the community to get to the next closest healthcare facility. The non-profit hospital officials say they may soon struggle to pay employees. The Bucktail Medical Center in South Renovo provides emergency room services, skilled nursing, imaging, and EMS services.  A GoFundMe Account has been set up to help the hospital and a community meeting is set for 7 p.m. Monday at the Chapman Township Fire Hall in North Bend to discuss the facility’s future.

LIVE UNITED THREE TONIGHT

Come out to the Williamsport Community Arts Center to support the Lycoming County United Way tonight! UPMC presents LIVE UNITED in Music III 7pm in Downtown Williamsport. Join home grown talent and blossoming recording artists Morgan Myles, Dylan Rockoff, and Beane on the stage to benefit LCUW and their community partners. Attendees are reminded of the new handbag policy at the CAC.  Small clutch purses & wallets 6.5 x 4.5 , clear totes one foot square, or (1) one-gallon, zip-close style plastic bag may be carried into the venue, but all other bags are prohibited.

SPORTS

MLB

Guardians 2        Twins 1
Pirates   5            Brewers 4
Cubs 8                 Giants 2
A’s 5                    Blue Jays 2
D’backs 12         Rockies  5
Phillies 5             Padres 1
Rays 3                 Red Sox  1
Marlins 11          Dodgers 4
Mariners 8          Reds 4
Yankees  4          Tigers 3
Nationals 3         Mets  2
Cardinals 11       Braves 6
White Sox 6         Royals 4
Astros 12             Rangers 3
Orioles 10           Angels 3


NFL Week 1 Tonight
Detroit Lions vs Kansas City Chiefs kickoff 8:20pm – NBC

Upcoming NCAA Football
Delaware vs Penn State  noon @ Beaver Stadium
Cincinatti vs Pitt 6:30 @ Acrisure Stadium

TENNIS
The US OPEN continues through September 10 @ Flushing Meadows New York
*  American Madison Keys defeated reigning Wimbledon champ Marketa Vondrousova 6-1, 6-4 on Wednesday night to reach the US Open semifinals.
* Spain’s Carlos Alcaraz defeated Germany’s Alexander Zverev on Wednesday night 6-3, 6-2, 6-4.
*Alcaraz is a step closer to becoming the first man to win consecutive titles at Flushing Meadows since Roger Federer collected five in a row from 2004 to 2008.

Sports NEWS
About a third of those who ran in the Mexico City Marathon last month were disqualified after many cut the course during the event.  Of the 30,000 that entered the August 27the race, after tracking data showed about 11,000 bypassing entire sections of the 26.2-mile course. There were allegations that some runners used using public transportation, vehicles and bicycles to finish the race.  The Mexico City Marathon has had issues in the past with cheating.   More than 6,000 runners were booted from the 2017 race and did not receive medals for finishing, and almost 3,100 racers were disqualified the next year.

BACKYARD BROADCASTING LOCAL NEWS SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

YMCA CHILD CARE CENTER CLOSED INDEFINITELY

After a series of inspections by the Pennsylvania Office of Child Development and Early Learning, the Williamsport YMCA Child Care Center on Walnut Street in Williamsport has been closed and their childcare license revoked.  According to a social media post by the Williamsport Branch YMCA, even though the corrective measures were implemented at the facility, the decision to close continued to move forward, and an appeal process is expected to take place. A notice to parents went out yesterday that other arrangements must be made for their children, since the center is closed indefinitely beginning today.  

SEARCH FOR ESCAPED CONVICT IN CHESTER COUNTY CONTINUES

The area in Chester County where police are searching for escaped convicted murderer 34 year old Denelo Cavalcante has shifted south after the man was seen on surveillance cameras outside of the original perimeter.  According to the Daily Item, two nearby school districts the Kennett Consolidated and Unionville-Chadds Ford School Districts are taking flexible instruction daysout of extreme caution.  Police held a press conference yesterday asking the public to check their home cameras for a sighting of Cavalcante.  He was most recently seen on a trail camera at Longwood Gardens

EAST END FIRE DEEMED ACCIDENTAL

The fire that broke out in the East End of Williamsport has been ruled accidental by city fire officials.  According to the Sun Gazette, a garage caught fire at the rear of 437 Germania Street requiring first responders to come to the property.  Those investigating the blaze, said an outdoor burning pit was placed too close to the building, causing the building to catch fire at about 11pm Sunday.   The fire was extinguished in about ten minutes after firefighters arrived at the scene. 

BUCKNELL ANNUAL SPEAKERS FORUM STARTS THIS MONTH

The 2023 season of the Bucknell Forum speaker series is set to start again Tuesday September 19th and their first event features US columnist George Will in the Weis Center for the Performing Arts.  According to Bucknell dot edu, the theme of this year’s forum is “Freedom of Expression,” and Will is expected to share his informed perspectives and understanding of the current, historic political times.  Current Bucknell students and employees may receive up to two free tickets at any Campus Box Office location, or online, on Monday, Sept. 18, a day prior to the event.  Remaining tickets are then available at the Weis Center box office beginning at 6 p.m. on the day of the event.

POLICE SEARCH FOR SUSPECT IN HORSE INJURY ACCIDENT

State troopers at Stonington are seeking information about an accident that injured a two-year-old horse in Jordan Township.  According to police, a person crashed in Northumberland County near the area of 405 Old State Road, leaving the roadway and hitting a fence which caused serious injuries to the animal.  The suspect in the incident fled the scene and drove west toward Klingerstown Road in a red or maroon vehicle with damage to the front headlights, side mirrors and roof.  The accident happened sometime between August 26th and 27th .  if you  have information call State police. 

NEW FIRE EQUIPMENT COMING TO WILLIAMSPORT

New fire equipment in the City of Williamsport is expected next spring as Williamsport Bureau of Fire officials work on plans to sell the current functioning fire truck by securing agreements before the new fleet gets here.  According to the Sun Gazette, a new aerial truck is arriving in March and two new engines ordered for later in the year, which were paid for using a combination of Community Development Block Grant Funds and 2.6 million dollars in American Rescue Plan Funds.  City council approved a third party service, Brindlee Mountain Fire Apparatus , to assist with the sales of the older apparatus through anticipated bids in a nationwide forum.

ROAD WORK CLOSING ROAD IN MONTOUR COUNTY

A portion of County Line Drive in Cooper Township, Montour County will have a detour in place tomorrow and Friday as crews work on a pipe line replacement project.  According to PennDOT,  County Line Drive will be closed between Ridge Drive and Mount Zion Drive.  Motorists should watch for a detour in place using Ridge Drive and Route 11.  You can check road conditions all over the commonwealth before you travel 24/7 at 511pa dot com.

STAR PARTY AT RIDER PARK THIS FRIDAY

The First Community Foundation Partnership of Pennsylvania is hosting a star party at Rider Park this Friday, with the Central Pennsylvania Observers, a local astronomy club on hand to interpret the night sky.  Rain date is Saturday with schedule updates on social media sites for @FCFPGives.org.  The free event is open to families who should pre-register by calling the foundation or emailing [email protected].  Get details about the park and the night sky opportunities at rider park dot org.

SPORTS

MLB

Twins 8                Guardians 3
Brewers 7             Pirates 3
Rays 8                  Red Sox 6
Marlins 6              Dodgers 3
Reds 7                  Mariners 6
Yankees 5            Tigers 1
Mets 11                Nationals 5
Cardinals 10         Braves  6
Royals 7               White Sox  6
Cubs 11                Giants 8
Astros 14              Rangers 1
Orioles 5              Angels 4
Rockies 3              Diamondbacks 2
Blue Jays 7                     A’s 1
Padres 8               Phillies 0

NFL
Week 1 Starts tomorrow night between the Detroit Lions and the Kansas City Chiefs kickoff 8:20pm – NBC
PIAA HS Soccer
Girls
Williamsport 6     Loyalsock 1
Danville 3            Midd-West 1
Bloomsburg 3      Wyoming Valley West 1
Towanda 5                     N.P. Mansfield 1
Troy 1                  Wyalusing 0
Williams Valley 1  Shamokin 0
Boys
Lewisburg 7         Loyalsock  0
S. Williamsport 5  Sullivan County 2
Benton 4              Montgomery  1
Northumberland Christian 3  Juniata Christian 2
Field Hockey 
Line Mountain 3  Muncy  0
Lewisburg 2         Lake Lehman 0
Southern Columbia  3  Milton 0
TENNIS  – US OPEN
 * Novak Djokovic reached his record 47th Grand Slam semifinal, breaking a tie with Roger Federer for the most by a man, by defeating American Taylor Fritz 6-1, 6-4, 6-4 at the US Open yesterday.
* Coco Gauff heads to the  semifinals at the US Open after defeating  Jelena Ostapenko 6-0, 6-2 yesterday, becoming the first American teenager to reach the final four at Flushing Meadows since Serena Williams in 2001.

BACKYARD BROADCASTING LOCAL NEWS SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

HIKER RESCUED FROM WORLDS END STATE PARK

First responders from Forksville, Hillsgrove, Eagles Mere, Laporte and Mildred were among those who worked to rescue a 20 year-old woman at Worlds End State Park who had allegedly fallen 50 feet from a waterfall there.  According to the Sun Gazette, it took a specialized task force about three hours to lift the woman from an area of the gorge known as Cottonwood Falls near Cabin Bridge Road.   The unnamed woman was flown to Geisinger Medical Center in Danville with a suspected head injury.  NO word today on her identity or her current condition.

CEO OF CABLE SERVICE COMPANY ARRESTED FOR MURDER

The chief executive officer of the Cable Services Company, Kenneth Michaels, was taken into custody Friday in Cape May, New Jersey for the shooting and murder of his brother-in-law and former business partner, John Roskowski. The fatal shooting was in the lobby of the Cable Services Company on Marydale Ave in Old Lycoming Township last month.  According to the Sun Gazette, Michaels surrendered without incident.  According to Lycoming County District Attorney Ryan Gardner, Michaels will be arraigned in Lycoming County once he is extradited.

PENNDOT WORKING ON I-180 THIS WEEK

Drivers on Interstate 180 near Montoursville can expect delays tonight as a contractor  will perform epoxy overlays on westbound structures over Loyalsock Creek, Route 87, Fairfield Road, and Brushy Ridge Road, as well as eastbound over Wolfe Run starting at about 7pm.  The project is planned to continue through  2 p.m. Friday, Sept. 8. Drivers can expect lane closures and some delays during  peak travel hours.

WILLIAMSPORT LIBRARY ANNOUNCES EXTENDED HOURS

The James V. Brown Library will extend its Saturday hours this month.  Starting Sept. 9, the library will be open from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturdays which can provide expanded access for to library programs and passport services, along with expanded access to resources.  The library offers online resources that cardholders can access anytime, anywhere.  Find out more at jvbrown.edu.

FATAL ACCIDENT CLOSES ROUTE 14 FOR SEVERAL HOURS

A 29 year old man from Clarion County was the victim in the fatal accident that occurred Friday afternoon at Route 14 and Field Station Road.  According to the Sun Gazette, police say Tyler Parks was traveling south on Route 14 and crossed the center line for an unknown reason and first hit a pickup truck then crashed intot he camper that truck was pulling. Police say is was a violent crash that killed Parks, but the South Williamsport couple who were driving the pickup were not hurt in the accident. The accident closed Route 14 near Field Station Road in Lewis Township for several hours.

HUGHESVILLE MAN INJURED IN I-180 CRASH

A Hughesville man was hospitalized for serious injuries after a crash on I-180 in Northumberland County Saturday at about 5:30pm.  According to the Sun Gazette, state police say 36 year old Anthony Hurst lost control of his 1997 Honda CRV when he was traveling westbound on the interstate and was ejected from the car after it overturned from hitting an embankment.  A Hughesville woman, 36 year old Jacqueline Neron and three minor children were passengers in the car and suffered minor injuries in the crash.  No word on their condition today.

CONDITIONAL APPROVAL FOR MONTGOMERY SCHOOL PROJECT

Conditional use approval was the final answer by the Clinton Township supervisors in a slim 3-2 vote last week for the Montgomery Area School building and facilities project, which involves the relocation of the junior/senior high school students to the Montgomery Area Community Center. According to the Sun Gazette the public shared opinions for several hours at the township fire hall for and against the project, which carries a $35 million price tag and includes, among other things, the expansion of building, parking and athletic facilities.

DOVE HUNTING STARTED SATURDAY

Pennsylvania Game Commission has announced that Pennsylvania’s dove hunting season opened Saturday! Dove season runs from September 1st through November 26th  and December 16th through January 1st.  Hunters may harvest 15 doves daily but are only allowed to possess 45. For more information on locations to dove hunt, dove hunting strategies and dove management head to the Pennsylvania Game Commission web site at pgc.pa.gov. 

SPORTS

NCAA Football
Duke defeated Clemson yesterday 28-7
and Saturday it was Penn State 38 West Virginia 15 in successful home opener for the Nittany Lions.

NFL
Week 1 Starts Thursday night between the Detroit Lions and the Kansas City Chiefs kickoff 8:20pm

MLB
Twins 20             Guardians 6
Royals 12            White Sox 1
Cubs 5                 Giants 0
Astros 13             Rangers 6
Blue Jays 6         A’s 5
Red Sox  7           Rays 3
D’backs 4            Rockies 2
Reds 6                 Mariners 3
Pirates 4              Brewers 2
Phillies 9             Padres 7
Orioles 6             Angels 3


NASCAR
Southern Cookout 500 at Darlington Sunday
Kyle Larson got the checkered flag after leading 11 previous Cup Series races at Darlington but never winning. He was followed by Tyler Reddick, Chris Buescher, William Byron, and Ross Chastain rounding out the top 5

Upcoming

Facebook

Powered By SoCast