FATAL SHOOTING AT IUP, POLICE SEEK SUSPECTS

A 15 thousand dollar reward is being offered for information leading to the identification of the people who shot one person and wounded 8 others at a private party a mile from the Indiana University of Pennsylvania campus during their homecoming weekend.  According to the Daily Item, PA State Troopers said there were multiple shooters and rounds of gunshots were fired inside the Chevy Chase Community Center in White Township early Sunday morning following a noise complaint that police were about to address when the shooting incident started.  Police are collecting evidence and Indiana County District Attorney Robert Manzi Jr. is asking for cooperation from the public as they investigate.  A 22 year old man from Pittsburgh was pronounced dead at the scene the other victims , 2 of which were IUP students, were treated at Indiana Regional Medical and area UPMC hospitals.  Contact State Police with information 724-357-1960.

AMISH WOMAN INJURED IN CRASH

A crash involving a car and a horse and buggy in Limestone Township last Wednesday, sent an Amish woman to the hospital and injured the horse.  According to North Central PA dot com, 25 year old Amber Fogelman of Watsontown told police she was blinded by the sun on Broadway Road at about 5:50pm and struck the buggy that was traveling partially in the westbound lane.  The Amish woman was ejected about 30 feet and taken to Geisinger medical center with unknown injuries, the horse was transported for veterinary care.  Fogelman did not sustain any injuries and no charges have been filed.

FAMILY UPDATE ON AIDEN WALLACE

The Montoursville Area High School posted an update on social media on behalf of the family of Aiden Wallace, the 17 student who fell at Jacoby Falls during a field Trip Wednesday.  According to the family, Aiden is in stable but critical condition as he recovers from the trauma and responds to the treatment plan prescribed for him.  They say the concern, thoughts and prayers about Aiden and the family are appreciated and for Warrior families to check on the well-being of their children in response to Aiden’s recent accident.

WELLSBORO MAKES LIST OF BEST FOLIAGE IN THE US

Wellsboro, PA, with its Grand Canyon, is number 9 out of the 55 best towns in the country to see fall foliage.  According to a recent article by Country Living, the Tioga County town is an absolute must see, ranking in the same space with towns in Vermont like Stowe (5) and Montpelier (2).  The only other town in Pennsylvania to make the list at #28  is Milford, a small town in the Poconos. Number one on the list is Pioneer Valley Massachusetts.

MAN ENTERS APARTMENT ILLEGALLY, CALLS IN A BURGLARY

A man free on bail from a misdemeanor terroristic threat charge he received in early September, was caught in the Shelley Circle apartment he was ordered to stay away from, and then lied about a burglary there.  According to police, conditions of 22 year old Jaheem Xavier Lewis’s bail were that he stay away from the Kelly Township apartment of his prior accuser.  Two days after being released, Lewis went to the apartment and was caught inside and later called police saying he was told someone broke in, and that why he was on the scene September 12^th.  After police interviewed neighbors and witnesses, Lewis was charged with felony criminal trespass and misdemeanor of false reports.  His preliminary hearing in Union-Snyder County court  is November 6^th.

NO THREAT AFTER STUDENT ALLEGEDLY THREATENING A SHOOTING

A tip on the Safe 2 Say platform Thursday saying that a middle school student at Mount Carmel Area School District said he wanted to “shoot up the school” has been investigated and found there is no threat to the school or any students at this time. According to the Daily Item, Mount Carmel Borough and Mount Carmel Township police departments were immediately notified by school administration after a student allegedly made the threatening comment online. Mount Carmel Area School District Superintendent Pete Cheddar said there was police presence in the district buildings Friday as an extra precaution, and asks parents to continue to talk to their children about the dangers of making threats, or kidding about dangerous behavior.

ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE POLICY FORUM FOR THE PUBLIC

The DEP is holding a meeting this week in Ranshaw for public comment on their Interim Final Environmental Justice Policy.  According to the News Item, the agency will meet in the Brady Fire Company banquet hall on  Maple St. Thursday from 6 to 8pm.  There will also be virtual meetings this Wednesday and on Wednesday October 25th, both from 5 to 7 p.m. Register and get information at  dep.pa.gov/EJPolicyRevision. The Interim Final Environmental Justice Policy is an outline of procedures and actions that the Department may take to meet the requirements of an environmental law or outline key practices of an agency or organization.

STORM SURGE PROJECT IN MIFFLINBURG

There will be a sanitation and storm sewer project along Eighth Street in Mifflinburg starting this week.  According to PennDOT, today through Thursday, a contractor working for Mifflinburg will be replacing utilities at Eighth Street at the intersection with Walnut Street.Watch for single lane conditions and flaggers on the scene between the hours of 7:00 AM and 5:00 PM, weather permitting.

SPORTS

NFL Sunday
Jaguars 25           Bills 20
Dolphins 31        Giants 16
Saints 34             Patriots 0
Steelers 17          Ravens 10
Eagles 23            Rams 14
Jets 31                 Broncos 21
Chiefs 27            Vikings 20
49er’s 42             Cowboys 10
NFL Monday Night Football
Green Bay Packers @ Las Vegas Raiders 8:15pm Allegiant Stadium
MLB
American League
Rangers 11          Orioles  8  – TX up 2
Twins 6               Astros 2 –  Series tied
National League Game 2 Tonight on TBS
Phillies @ Atlanta Braves 6:07pm
Diamondbacks @ LA Dodgers 9:07pm

NASCAR
AJ Allmendinger took the checkered flag for The Roval @ Charlotte Motor Speedway Sunday afternoon taking the last position in the field of 8 in the playoffs.  William Byron came in 2^nd, followed by Kyle Busch, Ty Gibbs and Joey Logano.

NCAA Football Saturday
Ohio State 37                          Maryland 17
Florida State 39          Virginia Tech 17
North Carolina 40       Syracuse 7
Michigan 52                Minnesota 10
Louisville 33               Notre Dame 20

NCAA Football Next Saturday
Penn State hosts the Massachusetts Minutemen @3:30pm
Pitt hosts Louisville @6:30pm

CITY COUNCIL DECIDES TO TABLE CITY HALL BID DECISION

The fate of the Williamsport City Hall building remains open-ended for now after City Council decided to table their decision.  Many in the community have been watching and waiting to know the outcome, but according to the Sun Gazette, council voted 6-1 approving the vote to table or delay deciding about the high bid of five hundred fifty five thousand, five hundred dollars submitted by JBas Realty of Jessup.  Councilman Jon Mackey voted no about the delay.  There is no word at this time how long City Council wants to wait to make a definitive decision about the historic building on West Fourth Street in downtown Williamsport.

WOODWARD TOWNSHIP SUPERVISORS FACE BOTH SIDES OF ISSUE

A proposal to add seasonal campsites near Antlers Lane where a restaurant and boat launch are located in Woodward Township, is getting pushback from residents, who recently told the township supervisors they worry about the potential for noise and unsafe traffic for residents  According to the Sun Gazette, Woodward Township supervisors agreed on the need for restrictive conditions going forward as to not burden neighbors, but see their role as also allowing the owners of the property who want to add 50-plus sites to find acceptable the conditions which might be created.  The next meeting of the supervisors in Woodward Township will be 6 pm on October 11^th.

LOCK HAVEN BRIDGE TO CLOSE OVERNIGHT THIS WEEKEND

Flemington Bridge will be closed during overnight hours this weekend and motorists will be required to use a detour.  According to PennDOT, the Flemington Bridge along Route 150 near Lock Haven will close Saturday night at 8pm until 6am Sunday, 8pm Sunday through 6am Monday, and 8pm Monday through 6am Tuesday.  Work to be completed includes the removal of the painters containment as they wrap up the preservation project that  will extend the life of this bridge and two others in Clinton County.

FEDERAL EMERGENCY TEST NEXT WEEK

A test of the federal government’s nationwide Emergency Alert System and Wireless Emergency Alerts will take place next week for the entire public.  According to the Daily Item, Danville police say on Wednesday October 4^th cell towers will broadcast the test beginning at 2:20pm.  It will continue for about 30 minutes, but wireless devices should only receive one notification.  The test should be accompanied by a unique tone and vibration.  Police say the test is necessary to minimize confusion and maximize the public safety value of it.

MAN ARRESTED FOR PUNCHING OFFICER, RESISTING ARREST

A Beech Creek man had an altercation with police after they came to his house to perform a well-check on his minor child who was in his home September 17^th.  According to North Central PA dot com, police say the mother of the child was with police and was allowed to talk to her daughter who was deemed safe and came from inside the home. An argument began between 40 year old Joshua Lee Furl’s wife and the mother, and Furl came outside.  After refusing to return inside, Furl punched an officer at the 500 block of Bald Eagle Street, breaking his glasses.  He continued to resist arrest while being taken into custody. He was charged with aggravated assault and public drunkenness and was released on 40 thousand dollars unsecured bail.

CASH STOLEN FROM SELF-CHECKOUT

A shopper at the Selinsgrove Walmart September 23^rd left their cash back in the self-checkout machine and someone stole it.  According to North Central PA dot com, the victim went back to the store a short time after realizing they forgot the cash and it was gone.  Now the Selinsgrove state police are investigating and ask that if anyone has any information about the theft to contact state police at 570-374-8145.

PHEASANT STOCKING TO START IN PENNSYLVANIA

Stocking of pheasants will start next week as the PA Game Commission works across the state to release 237 thousand ring- necked pheasants throughout the hunting seasons.  The birds for eastern Pennsylvania are raised at the Loyalsock State Game Farm, in Lycoming County.  Several weekly rounds of release take place in the North Central PA region; which includes Centre, Clearfield, Clinton, Elk, Lycoming, McKean, Potter, Tioga and Union Counties.  A total of 3 thousand-thirty birds will be released regularly in Lycoming County from October 5^th through January 3^rd and 4^th.

ANNUAL ROUTE 192 CLEAN-UP NEXT MONTH

The public is invited to Mifflinburg’s annual clean-up of Route 192 in Union County on October 21^st.  According to the Daily Item, the event that is hosted by the Friends of R.B. Winter Annual Autumn Clean Up of Route 192 will meet at 9am at the Environmental learning center, where they will provide gloves and bags and safety vests, but volunteers are asked to bring water and weather appropriate clothes.  Register for the event before October 18^th online at friendsofrbwinter.org/cleanup.

SPORTS

NFL Thursday Night Football
Detroit Lions 34  Green Bay Packers 20
NFL Sunday
Pittsburgh Steelers @ Houston Texans 1pm CBS
Washington Commanders @ Philadelphia Eagles 1pm FOX
Baltimore Ravens @ Cleveland Browns 1pm
Miami Dolphins @ Buffalo Bills 1pm
New England Patriots @ Dallas Cowboys 4:25pm FOX
Kansas City Chiefs @ NY Jets 8:20pm NBC
NFL Monday Night Football
Seattle Seahawks @ NY Giants 8:15 pm ABC/ESPN

PIAA HS Football Friday
Backyard Broadcasting Game of the Week
Southern Columbia @ Montoursville6:30 pre-game coverage/7pm kick-off on the Twin Valley’s Talk Radio Network or WILQ’s HD3

MLB

Tigers 7                 Royals 3
A’s 2                     Twins 1
White Sox  3         Diamondbacks 1
Brewers 3             Cardinals 0
Pirates 3               Phillies 2
Orioles 2              Red Sox 0
Blue Jays 6           Yankees 0
Marlins 2              Mets 1
Braves 5               Cubs 3
Rockies 14            Dodgers 5
Mariners 3            Rangers 2

MLB News
* Orioles clinched the American League  division championship last night with their (2-0) victory over the Boston Red Sox.
* During the seventh-inning stretch, the scoreboard revealed the sight of Orioles great Cal Ripken in attendance.

NASCAR Sunday 
Yellawood 500  Talladega Super Speedway
Pre-Race coverage @ 1pm Green flag racing @2pm
on the Twin Valley’s Talk Radio Network or WILQ’s HD3

MILTON WOMAN ARRESTED FOR DUI WITH CHILDREN IN CAR

A woman from Milton who crashed her car with young children inside while allegedly high on drugs August 18^th was recently charged in Northumberland County court.  According to Stonington State Police, an adult passenger who was also in the car said 31 year old Marissa Auman was driving, and stopped for a few minutes at a friend’s house while the passenger stayed in the car with the children, until Auman returned and started driving, passing out and crashing moments later into a guide rail on Route 61 in Shamokin Township.  Police say Narcan was administered and the woman was later found to have several drugs in her system, including fentanyl.  She faces felony charges of endangering the welfare of children, DUI and other charges. Her preliminary hearing is November 14^th. 

COUPLE SENTENCED FOR DRUG TRAFFICKING IN UNION COUNTY

A man and his wife charged in Union County court for drug trafficking two years ago, have both been sentenced to 18 years in federal prison.  According to the United States Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of Pennsylvania 35 year old Bryce and his wife, 33 year old Tanya Stanger were arrested when state police pulled them over  in August of 2021 and searched the vehicle, seizing 30 pounds of crystal methamphetamine and one kilo of fentanyl that were en route from California to Hazelton.  The Stangers were both sentenced last week in separate hearings. 

COUNTY AGENCIES WANT PUBLIC INPUT ON DEVELOPMENT

As county agencies work on an update of the county’s two main types of development regulations: zoning ordinances and a subdivision and land development ordinance, or SALDO, they are looking for input from residents next week.  According to North Central PA dot com, the Lycoming County Planning Commission and County Department of Planning and Development will hold a public meeting October 5^th in Williamsport to compile opinions from the public on updates for ordinances and development regulations that apply to many areas of Lycoming County.  The County Zoning Ordinance applies to 19 municipalities that have not enacted their own Zoning Ordinance.  The meeting will be next Thursday at Third Street Plaza, the 3rd Floor Conference Room at 6:30pm.

CAC TO SCREEN ICONIC 1930’S HORROR FILM IN OCTOBER

A spooky Halloween screening of the iconic “Bride of Frankenstein” is coming back to the Community Arts Center for one night only, Monday, October 30^th.  According to the CAC, the evening will not only be a showing of the classic film, but will also feature a guest appearance of Sara Karloff, Boris Karloff’s daughter and academy award winning special effects artist Tom Woodruff, Jr., will be on hand to discuss the film – which was one of the first psychological Horror films of the 1930s.  Get tickets and information at caclive.com/the bride of Frankenstein or by calling the box office 570 326-2424.

SHAMOKIN MAN INCARCERATED IN PHILLY MISSES NORRY TRIAL

The attorney for a man unable to attend his attempted homicide trial in Northumberland County because he is currently incarcerated in a Philadelphia prison filed for a continuance of his case.  According to the Daily Item, 32 year old Akeem Tyree Gregory of Shamokin was to face trial after he allegedly shot a man over 160 dollars in marijuana  and then barricaded himself in a Mount Carmel home for six hours in early 2020.  Gregory is in jail in Philly after he was picked up on an arrest warrant for the criminal homicide and several other felonies.  Gregory will now appear in Northumberland court at a later date.

SCAMMER STEALS THOUSANDS FROM BUFFALO TOWNSHIP MAN

A 59 year old man from Buffalo Township was caught by surprise after he lost thousands of dollars in a phone scam August 25^th.  According to State police at Milton a person the victim believed to a be a clerk from a bank, used persuasion to get the man to share personal information and took over 16 thousand dollars from  his accounts.  Police say scammers may use spoofer technology to disguise the number on your caller ID, and may know personal information from using internet searches or social media information.  Scammers will typically say there’s been suspicious activity on your account, but never share personal information such as social security, access code, password, or PIN numbers with a caller who you do not authorize.

NEVI FUNDING COMMUNITY MEETING

The PA Department of Transportation announced last week the first round of conditional awards for NEVI funding which comes from a Bipartisan Infrastructure Law that provides states with funding to help make EV charging more accessible to all Americans.  According to the Sun Gazette, there will be a community engagement event in Williamsport October 23^rd at the Trade & Transit Centre II on West Third Street to help community members learn about EVs, funding options and the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) Program itself, allowing residents to provide input on a future EV charging infrastructure.  Register to attend online through the PennDOT website.  https://forms.office.com/r/hSJANSXQ0S

ELK RESCUED FROM WIRES BY GAME COMMISSION WARDENS

A 12-point bull elk tangled in telephone wire was rescued in Sinnemahoning, Cameron County by officers from the Pennsylvania Game Commission.  According to the PGC, wildlife officials sedated the elk and monitored it’s vital signs, while game wardens freed the wires from the animal’s antlers that were also tangled around a tree.  The elk was fitted with a GPS collar, was tagged and walked away from the scene.  In a Facebook post, the game commission thanks those who helped with the rescue, and suggest with elk archery in season, property owners  in the zone should clear or secure loose wire fencing or hanging objects like rope swings and outdoor lighting.

SPORTS

PIAA HS Soccer
Boys

Midd-West  2                 Loyalsock 1
Central Columbia 11     Hughesville 1
South Williamsport 2    Montgomery 1
Muncy  4                       Sullivan County  1
Jersey Shore 4               Shamokin 1
Williamson3                  Athens 0
Southern Columbia 2     Mifflinburg  1
Milton 3                         Lewisburg  2 
Benton 3                        Millville 1
Wellsboro 6                   Galeton 0
East Juniata 4                Line Mountain 1
Selinsgrove 3                 Shikellamy 1

NFL Thursday Night Football
Detroit Lions vs Green Bay Packers  8:15 Prime Video
NCAA Football
Tonight
Temple @ Tulsa 7:30pm ESPN
Friday
Cincinnati @ BYU 10:15pm ESPN
Saturday
Penn State @ Northwestern (Illinois) noon Big Ten Network
Michigan @ Nebraska 3:30pm FOX
Notre Dame @ Duke 7:30pm ABC
Michigan State @ Iowa 7:30pm NBC
Pitt @ Virginia Tech 8pm ACCN

MLB

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

MLB News
*  The Braves clinched the National League’s #1 seed with their win over the Cubs last night
* Atlanta (102-56) needs one win to guarantee home-field advantage through the World Series.

* Ronald Acuña Jr. stole second base in the 10th inning of the hard fought game between the Atlanta Braves and Chicago Cubs  – his  second of the night and 70th this season –  making him the first player in MLB history to hit at least 40 home runs and steal 70 bases.

BROKEN TAIL LIGHT RESULTS IN ARREST OVER DRUGS, GUNS

A man from Jersey Shore faces a host of charges after police stopped him for a broken tail light and found drugs and guns inside his car.  According to North Central PA dot com, 58 year old Miles Ray Moore was stopped by the Lycoming Regional Police department September 17^th and admitted to police he had drank one beer before they found he had a car breathalyzer on his vehicle.  Police said Moore admitted he was nervous and acted so, before consenting to a search that turned up suspected cocaine, meth, marijuana and firearms inside the car.  Moore who is legally not allowed to carry a gun was charged with third-degree felony firearms along with the drug charges and is being held at the Lycoming County Prison in lieu of $15,000 monetary bail.

WOMAN ASLEEP IN VEHICLE AT INTERSECTION CHARGED WITH DUI

A Williamsport woman was arrested after police found her sleeping behind the wheel of her car at the intersection of Lose Avenue and Sheridan Street.  According to police, 55 year old Anna Smith had the odor of alcohol and was slow to wake inside her 2015 Subaru.  She failed sobriety tests at the scene.  Smith refused lab work and did not provide correct phone numbers for anyone who could move her vehicle for her before police took her into custody.

LOCK HAVEN CITY HALL REOPENS TOMORROW

The final series of legionella bacteria tests have returned negative, allowing the Lock Haven City Hall building on East Church Street to reopen tomorrow.  According to the Lock Haven Express, the bacteria that causes Legionnaires Disease and Pontiac Fever that was found last month, has been eliminated from the building’s water supply and HVAC water cooling tower.  City office workers will transition from their temporary locations to City Hall today and the facility will reopen at 8:30am Wednesday morning.  Get information and phone numbers to city departments at lock haven pa dot gov.

BACK TO SCHOOL FUNDRAISER FOR UPTOWN MUSIC COLLECTIVE

The Uptown Music Collective is headlining an inaugural fundraising event on the outdoor stage this Saturday 4 til 8pm at New Trail Brewing on Arch Street in Williamsport.  According to UMC marketing director, Jared Mondell, “Back to School Blues” features the newest Community Performance Groups who have been working hard at the beginning of this school year to compile sets of blues, jazz, classic rock, and R&B performances.  A full lineup of the Collective’s upcoming fundraising campaign will be announced soon so that they can continue to provide the assistance to deserving music students and keep tuition costs consistent along with an annual corporate partnership program.  Get ticket details for Saturday’s “Back to School Blues” at Eventbrite.com or information at uptownmusic dot org.

CHILDREN REMOVED FROM FILTHY HOME

A Lock Haven woman was charged with two counts of endangering the welfare of a child after the father of her two children called police to report the filthy condition of their home.  According to North Central PA dot com, Troopers notified Children and Youth Services before entering the home on Davidson Road in Crawford Township September 8^th  where 25 year old Kayla Alexis Pickering lived with two children age 3 and 5.  Police say the home smelled of urine and feces and the children were taken from the home to be in the care of their father.  Pickering will have a preliminary hearing October 16.

TROOPER WHO CAUSED FATAL ACCIDENT WILL FACE TRIAL

A fatal crash that killed a teacher in Tioga County is headed for trial. According to the Sun Gazette, a Luzerne County District Judge upheld charges last week against Michael Brown, a suspended state trooper, saying he caused the fatal crash on February 11th.  Police say Brown was passing another car on Route 6 and his vehicle collided with a car driven by Christine E. Woodward, of Troy. According to reports, Woodward was trapped and perished in her car when her vehicle caught  fire.  Brown was suspended without pay but remains free on unsecured bail.

GAMING REVENUES UP IN PENNSYLVANIA

The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board reports that for the month of August, gaming revenue in the commonwealth brought in over $457 million, which is an over 7 percent increase from last year at this time.  The PGCB considers slot machines, table games, internet gaming, sports wagering, fantasy contests and video gaming terminals all part of the gaming revenue totals.  The most increases were seen in internet casino gaming for the largest monthly total over 144 million dollars, an increase from last year of 35.27%.

MIFFLINBURG HOSE CELEBRATES 125 YEARS

The Mifflinburg Hose Company No. 1 will celebrate 125 years of service Sept 29th and 30^th.  According to the Daily Item, weekend activities will include a parade, a two-day carnival at community park, live music and fireworks. The parade, which will feature life members and John Heiges, Jr (HIKE US) who is the department’s longest-serving fire chief, will start at 4 pm on Saturday on East Chestnut St.

SPORTS

PIAA HS Soccer
BOYS
Williamsport  6    Jersey Shore 1
Montgomery 2     Meadowbrook Christian 1
Mifflinburg  5       Hughesville 2
Wellsboro 6          Northeast Bradford 0
Benton 4              Millville 0

GIRLS
Towanda 7            Sullivan County 3
Midd-West 2        Mifflinburg 1

Field Hockey
Muncy  4              Southern Columbia 0
Benton 3              Warrior Run 0
Northwest Area 2  Shikellamy 0

NFL
Bengals 19          Rams  16 
Eagles 25            Buccaneers 11

NFL News
*Former Bengals wide receiver Chad Johnson and former Bengals quarterback Boomer Esiason were officially enshrined in the Bengals’ Ring of Honor during halftime of Monday’s game against the Los Angeles Rams.

*  The Pittsburgh Steelers’ charter flight home following a Sunday night win in Las Vegas made an emergency landing in Kansas City early Monday. The plane landed in Kansas City just before 5am Eastern  with an oil pressure failure in one of the engines. There were no injuries and a team spokesman said they made the necessary plans to arrive back in Pittsburgh Monday afternoon.

MLB
Yankees 6           Diamondbacks 4
Rangers 5  Angels 1
Astros 5               Mariners 1
Giants 2               Padres 1

LESS MINK ESCAPED FROM FARM THAN FIRST THOUGHT

The investigation into the alleged release of thousands of mink from a Sunbury farm has resulted in the discovery that the number of escaped animals is more like hundreds instead of thousands that were originally reported.  According to the Daily Item, the PA Game Commission is working with the mink farm and Sunbury Animal Hospital to get accurate numbers of loose mink following their possible deliberate release by animal activists wishing to liberate them from the fur farm.  State police are investigating online activity and messages posted by the North American Animal Liberation Press Office that claim responsibility for the vandalism that freed the animals.  Officials recommend not approaching mink if you see one since they are aggressive, but if you capture any, take them to the Sunbury Animal hospital on Route 890.

SOUTHSIDE HOMEOWNERS CAN APPLY FOR REHAB GRANTS

The previous waiting list for no-cost repairs in South Williamsport Borough through its housing rehabilitation program has been cleared and officials are prepared to review new applications.  According to the Sun Gazette, Southside home owners who qualify and agree to certain guidelines are eligible for up to 50 thousand dollars in grant funds more funds could be available for homes identified with lead based paint. Borough officials say the program helps residents bring their property up to code with energy efficient upgrades adding  value to local homes.  Email [email protected] for information.

PAVEMENT PATCHING NEXT WEEK ON I-80 IN  UNION COUNTY

Motorists are advised of lane restrictions next week on Interstate 80 westbound in White Deer, West Buffalo and Lewis townships in Union County. This Monday, through Thursday, September 28, 2023, a PennDOT maintenance crew will be performing pavement patching between mile marker 207, west of the Route 15 interchange, and the Mile Run Exit.  Motorists should expect alternating lane restrictions where work is being done between the hours of 7:00 AM and 3:00 PM, weather permitting.

JERSEY SHORE MEMORIAL AND VISITATION FOR MAX ENGEL

There will be an opportunity for the community to remember and celebrate the life of Maxwell Maitland Engle this weekend.  Max passed away Friday, September 15^th.  According to the Frederick B. Welker Funeral home website, the public is welcome to gather for a visitation this Sunday, September 24^th from 1 til 5 at Bald Birds Brewing Company on Shaffer Lane in Jersey Shore.  The family asks that in lieu of flowers,  contributions in Max’s name can be made to Caleb Latimer and his family or a charity of your choice. Share your condolences online at welker funeral home dot com.

CASH THEFT AT LEWISBURG FITNESS CENTER

There was a theft of cash at the Lewisburg Planet Fitness.  According to North Central PA dot com, a victim called police after discovering cash missing from his personal belongings that were in a locker inside the facility that he put there while he was working out between 12 and 1 a.m. September 13th.  State Police at Milton are investigating the Kelly Township theft and ask that anyone with information call PA State Police (570-524-2662 incident number PA23-1206378)

POLICE SEARCH FOR COAL TOWNSHHIP TEEN MISSING TWO WEEKS

Coal Township police are searching for a teen who went missing nearly two weeks ago.  According to the Daily Item, the parents of 16 year old Richard David Jilinski III, known as Richie, say he left home September 7^th around 1am and hasn’t been heard from since.  Jilinski is 5-foot-11 inches and around 120 pounds with blue eyes and blonde hair dyed reddish brown with a nose piercing in his left nostril and his parents say he normally wears what is called an Elmer Fudd hat.  Contact the Coal Township Police Department if you know of his whereabouts, 570-644-0333. 

DEMS KEEP SLIM MAJORITY IN HOUSE

It’s a one-vote majority for Democrats in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives following an election this week in the Pittsburgh area, tapping former congressional aide Lindsay Powell.  The House majority is now 102-101 in the divided legislature that sees a Republican majority in the Senate at 28-22.  Thirty two year old Powell says her priority issues include affordable and dignified housing, a strong local economy and community assets. She has worked for U.S. Sen. Chuck Schumer and Rep. Hakeem Jeffries previously in Washington, DC. The House is in session next week in Harrisburg to resume work on a long-overdue state budget.

CU-LOCK HAVEN HOSTS FAMILY WEEKEND

It’s Family Weekend next weekend  hosted by Commonwealth University-Lock Haven, kicking off with a concert at the Roxy Theater.  According to the Sun Gazette. The concert featuring two bands (Kate & the Alchemists, followed by DuMM), is open to the public with the campus trolley available between campus and downtown, encouraging CU students to shop locally.  There will sports events to attend plus lots of activities for students at the Parsons Union Building.  Get concert tickets at roxymovie.com or check lockhaven.edu/familyday for a full line up of events October 6^th and 7th.

SPORTS

NFL Thursday Night Football
San Francisco 49er’s 30  NY Giants 12
NFL News 
*Dallas Cowboys star cornerback Trevon Diggs suffered a season-ending torn ACL in his left knee during Thursday’s practice.

*Diggs was spotted inside the team facility on crutches before undergoing an MRI, which revealed the tear.
*Since entering the NFL in 2020, Diggs has 18 interceptions — tied for the most in the NFL with J.C. Jackson of the Los Angeles Chargers.
NFL Sunday
Pittsburgh Steelers @ Las Vegas Raiders Sunday  8:20 NBC
Monday Night Football (9/25)
Philadelphia Eagles @ Tampa Bay Buccaneers 7:15pm ABC

MLB
Guardians 5                 Orioles 2
Rays 5                         Angels 4
Brewers 6                    Cardinals 0
Braves 10                    Nationals 3
Yankees 5                   Blue Jays 3
Phillies 5                      Mets 4
Pirates 8                      Cubs 6
Tigers 7                       A’s 3
Dodgers 7                   Giants 2

PIAA HS Football Tonight
BYB Game of the Week
Canton @ South Williamsport
6:30 pre-game/7pm kick-off
On the Twin Valley’s Talk Radio Network
(*Saturday 7pm games – Jersey Shore @Mifflinburg and Selinsgrove @ Shikellamy)

NASCAR Sunday
AutoTrader EchoPark Automotive 400 @ Texas Motor Speedway
PreRace coverage 2:30pm /Green Flag 3:30pm

WNBA Semifinals Sunday 9/24
Connecticut Suns vs New York Liberty 1pm  ESPN
Dallas Wings vs Las Vegas Aces 5pm ESPN2