BACKYARD BROADCASTING LOCAL NEWS NOVEMBER 17, 2022

WOMAN ARRESTED FOR RECKLESS DRIVING IN NEIGHBORHOOD

A woman from Williamsport has been charged with first-degree misdemeanor terroristic threats, recklessly endangering another person, and other traffic offenses, for nearly hitting two adults and a child.  According to North Central PA dot com, court records say neighbors yelled at 28 year old Ameerah Yasmine Blackwell to slow down as she drove past the home at the 600 block of Wilson Street on October 20th. Police say Blackwell initially got out of her car and yelled back, then reversed and proceeded to come back around on Wilson driving fast witnesses say almost onto the sidewalk.  Police discovered Blackwell was driving with a suspended license without insurance.  She was taken into custody with no bail listed and will have a preliminary hearing December 8th.

DANVILLE FILES CHARGES WITH DA ABOUT THREATENING LETTER

The identity of the person who wrote the threatening letter last Thursday that forced Danville Area Schools into a flexible learning day Friday, was identified by the school officials and is now known by local police.  According to the Daily Item, beyond saying the person is a student and that there are charges filed with the district attorney, the new Danville Area Superintendent, Molly Nied, did not release any more information about the suspect.

SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT BUDGET PASSED WITH NO INCREASE

South Williamsport’s proposed 2023 budget, previously recommended by the administration, was passed this week, preserving the current tax rate with no property tax increase.  According to the Sun Gazette, Borough manager Steven Cappelli said the balanced budget is 2.63 million plus dollars for police, codes enforcement, as well as public works.  The proposed details of the budget are available for public review at 329 West Southern Avenue at the South Williamsport Borough Office.

HOT STOVE BANQUET SET FOR 2023

Put the Williamsport Crosscutters’ Hot Stove Banquet on your calendar for 2023.  According to  Gabe Sinacropi Vice President of Marketing for the Cutters, the banquet will be Tuesday, January 24th at the Gennetti Hotel in Williamsport and will feature guests, Clint Hurdle, former manager of the Pittsburgh Pirates and ESPN Baseball Analyst Tim Kurkjian.  A portion of the proceeds of the Hot Stove Banquet go to Sojourner Truth Ministries in Williamsport. Tickets go fast, get them today at – crosscutters.com.

SUSPECT WHO SOLD STOLEN BIKE CAUGHT

A Williamsport man is free on bail after being charged for selling a stolen motorcycle to a New York State resident last Spring.  According to the Sun Gazette, Joseph Newman faces felony receiving stolen property after police say he obtained a stolen bike that had been reported missing from a barn in Liberty in early February.  Court records say Newman sold the bike for just over 2 thousand dollars,  it has since been recovered.

MAN WHO POSED AS FIREFIGHTER CHARGED

Charges against the man from Sunbury who police allege posed as a firefighter and revealed deaths of two fire victims to family without being authorized, have been held for court in Northumberland County.  According to the Daily Item, fire crews say they saw 39-year-old Michael Stahl at the scene of the deadly fire that happened in October at the 300 block of Walnut Street in Sunbury, working the fire without being a member of any fire department.  Stahl denied talking to any victims’ families, and says he is trained as a firefighter.  Stahl faces felony risking a catastrophe and theft as well as a misdemeanor charge of impersonating a public servant.

ANNUAL RACE COMING BACK TO PA

Williamsport has been chosen as the host city for the Endless Mountains Adventure race in June of 2023.  According to the Sun Gazette, this is the second year that Adventure racing has come to Pennsylvania. Last year, Clarion hosted 32, 2 to 4 person teams who competed against each other in a five-day course by foot, bike and boat using a map and compass. The course has the racers collect checkpoints along the way while focusing on teamwork, athletic skill and navigational strategy.  The Endless Mountains Adventure Race is part of Philadelphia’s Rootstock Racing which directs adventure races around the Commonwealth.

CHILDREN’S CHRISTMAS PARADE TOMORROW

Backyard Broadcasting joins in the fun when Santa comes to Downtown Williamsport for the Children’s Magical Christmas Parade tomorrow, that parade starting off at 4th and Market and going to 4th and Elmira.  Be sure to join Santa and Mayor Derek Slaughter when they turn on the holiday lights on The Green after the parade, on the corner of Hepburn and West Fourth Streets.  Children will be able to see and talk with Santa during that time.  The National Weather Service says there’s a chance of snow Friday afternoon and the temperatures will be very cold into Friday night – down to the 20s for the forecasted low.

SPORTS

PIAA District 4 State Playoffs
Girls Soccer
Southern Columbia 2              South Williamsport 1 2/OT
Central Columbia 7                 Wyomissing 1
Boys Soccer
Northern Lehigh 1                   Lewisburg 1 2/OT (Lehigh wins 5-4 in a shootout)
Field Hockey
Boiling Springs 1                    Central Columbia 0 OT
NFL
Thursday night football tonight
Tennessee vs Green Bay 815 on Prime Video
Upcoming NFL Sunday
Eagles @ Indianapolis
Cleveland @ Buffalo
Bengals come to Pittsburgh @ 4:25pm
Jets vs Patriots
Dallas vs Minnesota
Chiefs play Los Angeles – Sunday night football on NBC


NHL
Senators 4           Sabres 1
Blues 5                Blackhawks 2
Kings 3                Oilers 1
NCAA men’s basketball
Texas 93              Gonzaga 74
Michigan 91        Pitt 60
NBA
Pacers 125                    Hornets 113
Timberwolves 126      Magic 108
Thunder 121                Wizards 120
Celtics 126                   Hawks 101
Raptors 112                  Heat 104
Bucks 113                    Cavaliers 98
Pelicans 124                 Bulls 110
Rockets 101                 Mavericks 92
Knicks 106                   Nuggets 103
Suns 130                      Warriors 119

BACKYARD BROADCASTING LOCAL NEWS NOVEMBER 16, 2022

DELAYS FOR SOME SCHOOLS AFTER AREA’S FIRST WEATHER EVENT

Penn DOT has restored speeds on local highways after the weather yesterday slowed traffic in many areas around the state.  Temperatures this morning have risen above freezing and there are no more reports of major problems along the secondary roadways or interstates. Some schools implemented a two hour delay this morning in North Central PA.

MONTGOMERY MAN ARRESTED FOR ASSAULT

After a domestic incident at a river lot campground in Montgomery, a man was been jailed for allegedly pushing the woman involved, who was holding an infant.  According to the Sun Gazette, police say 31 year old Delbert Hayes of 125 S. Main Street was intoxicated and pushed and assaulted his significant other on October 28th, who with the baby, ended up on the floor before fleeing to a vehicle outside. Police say the woman called 911 after being assaulted again outside their camper.  Hayes has been charged with felony endangering the welfare of a child and simple assault and was taken to Lycoming County Prison, but has been released on 25 thousand dollars bail.

TROOPERS JUSTIFIED IN SHOOTING OF MASS SHOOTER IN JORDAN TWP

Preliminary findings were released on the fatal shots fired by troopers November 5th in Jordan township after a mass shooting near Unityville, and Distirct Attorney Ryan Gardner deemed  the officers justified in firing the shots that killed 54 year old Brian Taylor.  Taylor allegedly had shot his wife Linda Taylor, his sister, Andrea Meek who lived nearby, and a friend from Lebanon County who was visiting, 55 year old Jerry Zehring, that Saturday morning before traveling along Route 239 on an ATV and firing shots at cars and other cabins.  According to the Sun Gazette, the Lycoming County coroner said he has conducted toxicology tests on Taylor, but results will not be available for a few months.

LOYALSOCK TEACHER NOMINTED FOR GRAMMY

The Fine Arts Coordinator at Loyalsock Township School District has been recognized with a nomination for The Grammy’s 2023 Music Educator Award.  According to the Sun Gazette, Ryan Bulgarelli who is a Penn State Graduate teaches instrumental music, guitar, music technology, and directs the school’s bands and ensembles.  He has been with Loyalsock Township for 13 years.  Bulgarelli was chosen as one of 25 teachers nationwide – and the only educator nominated from Pennsylvania. The finalists will be announced in December.

TWO-STORY SHED BURNS IN PICTURE ROCKS

As a result of a fire that destroyed a shed near Picture Rocks, the woman who rented the property was also injured trying to save animals from the burning structure.  According to the Sun Gazette, Picture Rocks and Hughesville firefighters responded to the blaze at 472 Pine Tree Road and got the fire under control in about 20 minutes.  The unidentified victim of the fire declined treatment for her hands initially at the scene.  Fire officials said they stayed into the afternoon to control hot spots that sprung up.  An investigation into the cause of the fire is ongoing, and no estimates on the damage done have been released.

THEFTS OF PA SKILL GAMES AT LOCAL LAUNDROMATS

Police are investigating a rash of thefts that have occurred at laundromats in which suspects are breaking into and stealing from Games of Skill machines.  According to North Central PA dot com, State police said the most recent theft occurred Monday at Lexie’s Laundry on Route 522 in Snyder Township when the suspects took cash from the machine and used it to obtain cash out tickets.  They say similar thefts have occurred in Union and Northumberland counties.  If you have information, please call State Police at Selinsgrove 570-374-8145.

PA LIBERTARIANS MAINTIAN PARTY STATUS AFTER MIDTERMS

After the midterm elections in Pennsylvania, the Libertarian party status is set, as the legislative candidates of the party received more votes than any other previous midterm election.  According to North Central PA dot com, for the first time in 20 years they received at least 2% of the vote in at least 10 counties and will maintain party status as determined by PA election law.  The two most prominent Libertarian candidates running in Pennsylvania were Erik Gerhardt for U.S. Senate and Matt Hackenburg for Governor.

REMAINS OF PENNSYLVANIA WWII SOLDIER IDENTIFIED

The remains of a World War II soldier from Pennsylvania who was killed during an ambush in France in 1945, have been identified.  According to the Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency, scientists did DNA and dental analysis and determined the unidentified body to be that of 25 year old Pfc Francis Martin of Scranton. Martin was killed when German forces attacked a truck convoy he was in, and his along with 37 other sets of remains were disinterred and analyzed for identification.  Martin’s name is on the Walls of the Missing at a cemetery in France where a rosette will be placed since Martin is now accounted for.

SPORTS

P I-AA State Semifinals rescheduled from yesterday
Girls Soccer Semifinals
Southern Columbia vs South Williamsport @Milton Area HS 6pm  
Wyomissing vs Central Columbia @ Tulpehocken HS 7pm
Boys Soccer Semifinals
Northwestern Lehigh vs Lewisburg @North Schuylkill HS 6pm
Field hockey Semifinals
Central Columbia vs Boiling Springs @ Tulpehocken HS 5pm
NHL
Canucks 5           Sabers 4
Panthers 5           Capitals 2
Devils 5               Canadians 1
Maple Leafs 5     Penguins 2
Lightning 5         Stars 4 /OT
Blue Jackets 5     Flyers 4
Predators 2          Wild 1
Ducks 3               Redwings 2
Sharks 5              Golden Knights 2

NBA
Pelicans 113       Grizzlies 102
Mavericks 103   Clippers 101
Knicks 118         Jazz 111
Trailblazers 117 Spurs 110
Kings 153           Nets 121
NCAA Basketball
Michigan State 86       Kentucky 77 2/OT
Kansas 69                     Duke 64
North Carolina 72       Gardner Webb 66
UConn 84                     Buffalo 64

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BACKYARD BROADCASTING LOCAL NEWS NOVEMBER 11, 2022

DANVILLE ANNOUNCES REMOTE LEARNING FRIDAY AFTER THREAT

There will be no in-person instruction today for staff and students at Danville Area Schools after a threat was received Thursday afternoon around 4pm.  According to the Daily Item, Thursday afternoon activities were cancelled and Friday moved to a flexible instruction day due to the non-building specific threat that was received at the High School.  Acting Superintendent Harry Mathias said the threat is being investigated by school officials and they are following some leads.

LOCK HAVEN MAN GUILTY IN JANUARY 6 TRIAL

A Lock Haven man was found guilty for his role in the insurrection at the Capitol building in Washington DC on January 6th 2021.  According to Penn Live, 28 year old Brian Gundersen could be sentenced to up to 28 years in prison for charges of corruptly obstructing an official proceeding and assaulting or impeding officers.  The prosecution provided photographic evidence of Gundersen in the Capitol on several instances of entering the capitol by force and him confronting police who had riot shields.  Sentencing is scheduled for January 27th 2023.

NEW COMPENSATION POLICY FOR COUNTY WORKERS

A new compensation policy has been approved 2 to 1 by the Lycoming County Commissioners for County employees and many could see a significant pay increase based on their level of experience and education.  Tony According to the Sun Gazette, officials from the county’s human resources department say new rates and a 3.5 percent across the board raise brings one pay scale to the county employees, and eliminates the previous part-time scale previously used – it will be the same for full and part timers.  The new increases are set to take effect January 1st and will add 1.3 million dollars to the payroll.

SHERIFF’S OFFICE WARNS OF NEW PHONE SCAMS

There’s another phone scam going around in our area and the Lycoming County Sheriff’s Office has issued a warning to not provide any credit card information to perpetrators impersonating people from the Sheriff’s Office.  According to a news release, the caller will tell the recipient that there is a warrant out for their arrest and that they can pay fines over the phone.  The scammers then take the victim’s personal and financial information.  If you receive any of these calls document them and notify the Lycoming County Sheriff at 570-327-2280.

PERMIT APPLICATION FOR FLY ASH FACILTY WITHDRAWN

The business owner who applied for a permit to have a fly ash facility in the Milton Borough has withdrawn his application after Wednesday’s conditional use hearing at the Milton Borough Council meeting. According to North Central PA dot com, the discussion was contentious discussing the potential environmental damage that could come from a fly ash facility – one that ultimately the DEP indicated would not be permitted.  Mr. Milton LLC withdrew his application before public comment could take place.  The board has 45 days to address the permits for other uses of the facility, including as a bus terminal and as a solar panel distribution center.

VANDALISM CASE AT MILTON TURNED OVER TO POLICE

The case of student athletes from Selinsgrove allegedly vandalizing the new 15 million dollar facility at Milton Area School District has been turned over to Milton Police department.  In separately released statements this week, Milton and Selinsgrove schools addressed the vandalism; with Selinsgrove downplaying the damage and asking for a bill from their host.  Milton officials investigated and photographed damage at the facility and say it should have been treated with respect. Milton officials say the incident has also been reported to the Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic Association.

NEW PHONE SYSTEM FOR SHIKELLAMY

A new upgraded phone system is expected to be installed in classrooms at Shikellamy School District to allow for more private communications and more efficient handling of emergency situations. According to the Daily Item, during Wednesday’s board meeting, Superintendent Jason Bendle told the board the 65 thousand dollar upgrade is worth the money and if approved, can be installed in the 2023-24 school year.  The upgraded phone lines will make it easier for teachers, administrators and police to communicate if necessary.  The board said they will take action on the approval of the upgrade next month.

PIAA PLAYOFF TICKETS AVAILABLE ONLINE

Tickets will not be sold at the games for the PIAA State Soccer tournament quarterfinal rounds on Saturday. Those who want to attend any of the games must purchase tickets through the PIAA website – PIAA.org through a link on the top of the page. Semifinal round games are slated for next Tuesday, Nov. 15 – and state finals in all classifications either Friday the 18 or Saturday the 19.  Tickets for all upcoming games are $8 plus processing fees and – again – must be purchased on the PIAA web site – not at the games.

SPORTS

PIAA HS Football
District 4 Class 4A Championship
Jersey Shore 35  Selinsgrove 7  
Class 2A Playoffs Saturday 1pm
Hughesville @Mount Carmel
Southern Columbia @Troy
Class 3A Playoffs Saturday 1pm
Athens @Danville
Mifflinburg @Loyalsock

Class A Championship Game Saturday 7pm
Canton @ Muncy
Backyard Broadcasting Game of the week on Twin Valley’s Talk Radio Network or WILQ’S HD3

NFL
Panthers 25 Falcons 15
Upcoming  NFL Sunday
Seattle vs Tampa Bay at 9:30am on NFL network playing from Munich, Germany
New Orleans @ Pittsburgh  on Fox
Minnesota @ Buffalo at 1  on Fox
Cleveland @ Miami at 1  on CBS
Jacksonville @ Kansas City
Houston @ New York to play the Giants 1pm
Dallas @ Green Bay 425 on Fox
NFL Monday Night Football
Commanders and eagles for Monday night football on ESPN


NHL
Bruins 3              Flames 1
Golden Knights 7 Sabers 4
Hurricane 7         Oilers 2
Blue Jackets 5     Flyers 2
Rangers 8   Red Wings 2
Devils 4               Senators 3
Coyotes 2            Islanders 0
Blues  5               Sharks 3
Avalanche 5        Predators 3
Kings 2                Blackhawks 1
NBA
Wizards 113       Mavericks 105
Hawks 104          76ers 95
Heat 117             Hornets 112
Trailblazers 106 Pelicans 95

BACKYARD BROADCASTING LOCAL NEWS NOVEMBER 10, 2022

RAIN FROM NICOLE THWARTS SOME VETERANS DAY PLANS

Heavy rain is expected Friday due to the remnants of Hurricane Nicole and it’s affecting some Veteran’s Day plans.  The event in Montoursville where US Representative Fred Keller was expected to speak has been cancelled, but there will be a “Six Points of Light” event  at the Veteran’s memorial at Lycoming Creek Road and Cottage Avenue tonight at 5:30pm. Representative Joe Hamm will be speaking at the Jersey Shore Presbyterian Church at 235 South Main Street in Jersey Shore Friday night at the Veteran’s Day Prayer for America.

VICTIM IDENTIFIED IN FATAL ELDRED TOWNSHIP CRASH

Police have released the identities of the people involved in the one car accident in Eldred Township at Northway and Harvey Road.  According to the Sun Gazette, the Lycomign County Coroner reported that 66 year old Stephen Ranck of Hughesville dioed of blunt force trauma in the fatal crash that happened last Friday afternoon around 3:30PM.  Ranck’s passenger 66 year old Michael Hill of Hughesville was rescued from the accident and transported to UPMC Williamsport.  Hill suffered critical injuries after the vehicle he was in went down a 30-foot embankment.

CARELESS SMOKING CAUSED APARTMENT FIRE

There was 40 thousand dollars worth of damage done to a Williamsport apartment building that caught fire last month.  According to the Sun Gazette, 11 people were left homeless from the fire at 2205 West Fourth Street where one woman jumped from the third floor of the structure before fire crews arrived on the scene.  She was hospitalized and later released.  Williamsport Fire Chief Sam Agnst says they have determined that careless smoking caused the fire that broke out about 130am on October 23rd.

TWO-DAY BLOOD DRIVE IN LOCK HAVEN

There will be a two day blood drive at Lock Haven, a Commonwealth University next Tuesday and Wednesday afternoons November 15th and 16th.  According to the Sun Gazette, the Lock Haven Red Cross Club is sponsoring the event that will be 1-6pm at the Student Recreation Center at 550 Railroad Street.  Those who wish to donate should schedule an appointment to ensure an opportunity to donate.  Go to redcrossblood.org and enter code LHUUNIVERSITY.

SELINSGROVESCHOOL SUPERINTENDENT ADDRESSES VANDALISM

The vandalism and damage that was done at Milton’s Alumni Field last Friday night allegedly by Selinsgrove players after a 30-0 playoff win over Milton Friday night.  Selinsgrove Superintendent Dr. Frank Jankowski released a statement last week addressing the rumor that there was urine spread in the locker rooms – but that was false.  There are now reports of graffiti damage that was not reported initially.  According to media outlets, the Selinsgrove Athletic Director and members of the coaching staff were immediately made aware of the vandalism, and they responded with a request for Milton administrators to ‘send a bill’.  Photos taken of alleged damage at the facility posted to social media were later deleted.  Selinsgrove is at Jersey Shore tonight in the District 4 4A Championship game.

FIRE IN SHAMOKIN EXTINGUISHED QUICKLY

There was a fire that struck in Shamokin last night.  According to The News Item, two calls went out for heavy smoke seen at half-double home 238 West Walnut Street.  Fire crews were on the scene quickly and extinguished the blaze by just after 6:15pm.  No injuries were reported, and no information was released about the condition of the home.

MONTOURSVILLE CONSIDERING NEW POLICIES FOR ARMED GUARDS

A policy was approved by the Montoursville Area School Board to allow for the decision to hire contracted armed guards at their schools. According to North Central PA dot com, School Board President David Schimmel said the board may vote to approve specific personnel hires at an upcoming special meeting in the next couple of weeks if they feel comfortable after interviews this week.  The voting moves forward after the Board’s October meeting, where they approved job descriptions for armed guards.  Some members of the board want still like to have an official vote to approve whether the district goes through with adding armed personnel.  The Board did vote to approve the policy that will allow guards that are contracted independently or through a third-party, to carry firearms on school property with a vote of 7-1.

VETERAN’S MEMORIAL AT UPMC WILLIAMSPORT

UPMC unveiled a new veteran’s memorial monument on the Williamsport campus this week for the Veteran’s Day holiday and dedicated it to former UPMC Williamsport President and veteran Steve Johnson.  According to North Central PA dot com, Johnson who was only recently informed about the dedication, said he was humbled by the honor and that the monument is about those working in healthcare and serving their country.  The monument design is a soaring eagle with medallions representing the six branches of the U.S. military.  There are about 15 hundred veterans employed in the UPMC network.

SPORTS

(due to expected rain Friday) District 4 HS Football Thursday night
Selinsgrove @ Jersey Shore 7pm
Canton @ Muncy is Saturday @ 7pm BYB Game of the week
PIAA District 4
Girls Soccer State Quarterfinals Saturday, November 12
Class A – Southern Columbia vs Camp Hill at Tulpehocken HS at noon
                South Williamsport vs Moravian Academy at North Schuylkill HS 3pm.
Class AA – Central Columbia vs Trinity at Tulpehocken HS at 2 PM on Boys Soccer State Quarterfinals Saturday, November 12
Class AA – Lewisburg vs Conwell-Egan 1 PM at Northeastern HS in Manchester
Class AAA – Selinsgrove vs Springfield Township at Northeastern HS

NFL tonight Atlanta Falcons vs Carolina Panthers 8:15pm  Prime Video

NHL
Panthers 3           Hurricanes 0
Canadiens 5        Canucks 2
Penguins 4          Capitals 1
Wild 4                 Ducks 1

NBA
Magic 94             Mavericks 87
Trailblazers 105 Hornets 95
Nuggets 122       Pacers 119
Jazz 125              Hawks 119
Celtics 128          Pistons 112
Nets 112              Knicks 85
Pelicans 115       Bulls 111
Bucks136            Thunder 132 – 2OT
Clippers 114       Lakers 101

BACKYARD BROADCASTING LOCAL NEWS NOVEMBER 9, 2022

PA SENATE SEAT FLIPS WITH A PROJECTED FETTERMAN WIN

The Associated Press has called the race in Pennsylvania with Democrat John Fetterman projected to win the white-hot Senate race in the commonwealth with 50.9% percent of the vote and 88% of precincts reporting.  Also projected to win in Pennsylvania is Democrat Attorney General Josh Shapiro for Pennsylvania Governor with 55 percent of the vote and 87 percent of the precincts reporting at this hour.  That does not reflect the choices of Lycoming County voters who chose Dr. Mehmet Oz over John Fetterman with 67.49% of the vote.  In Lycoming County for Governor, Mastriano defeated Josh Shapiro locally with 64.37% of the vote.   For Congressional seats in Lycoming County, In the Ninth district, Dan Meuser defeated Amanda Waldman and the 15th district Glenn Thompson defeated Mike Molesevich. Representative in the 84th district Joe Hamm and Jamie Flick of the General Assembly 83rd District both ran unopposed and according to the Sun Gazette, Hamm and Flick greeted voters on Election Day outside of Hepburn Township Volunteer Fire Company and at the Loyalsock Township building respectively.

LUZERNE COUNTY EXTENDED POLLS WHEN BALLOTS RAN OUT

They ran out of paper ballots in Luzerne County and a court-order allowed voters there to have extra time to submit the ballots last night.  According to WNEP, election officials sought the court order Tuesday afternoon when regular voting process was interrupted by paper shortage and voting machine malfunctions around the midday.  Polls there were ordered to stay open until 10pm when they normally close at 8pm.

TRUCK DRIVER SENTENCED 40-80 YEARS FOR MURDER OF MODEL

The Texas truck driver who was accused of murder in the case of the New York City model whose body was found along the road along I-80 in western Union County in February of 2021, has been sentenced to 40 to 80 years in prison.  According to PennLive, court records say 30 year old Tracy Ray Rollins Jr shot Rebecca Landrith 26 times and her body was left in a snowbank at the Mile Run interchange of I-80.  Rollins had pleaded guilty in September to third-degree murder and 20 counts of abuse of corpse.  The chief public defender Brian Ulmer told the court his client accepted responsibility for the death of Landrith.

RIVER KEEPERS HOLDING THIRD ANNUAL SONG CONTEST

The Middle Susquehanna Riverkeepers Association developed the “Songs of the Susquehanna” competition two years ago to engage the public about the river during the uncertainty of COVID, and since that time they’ve chose two volumes of original music written by entrants to celebrate the Susquehanna.  Another competition has begun this year and the announcement for a track list of Volume 3 will be compiled after mp3 or wav submissions are featured on the website through February 2023.  Those who want to write a song for  “Songs of the Susquehanna”, find submission requirements at middlesusquehannariverkeeper.org.

PA AND LYCOMING COUNTY  ELECTION RESULTS SUMMARY

Voters in Pennsylvania flipped the hotly-contested US Senate seat to blue with a projected win for John Fetterman over Dr. Mehmet Oz, and Democratic candidate for Governor Josh Shapiro held on for the Democrats over Doug Mastriano despite his popularity across the rural regions of Pennsylvania.  Republicans maintained their seats in Congress with incumbent Dan Meuser defeating Amanda Waldman in the 9th District and incumbent Glenn Thompson defeating Mike Molesevich in the 15th district.  Unofficially, voter turnout seemed to be higher than the last midterm election, averaging at about 65 percent.

COLUMBIA COUNTY CANDIDATE PASSES MONDAY

Ed Giannattasio, the democratic candidate for Columbia County’s 109th district, passed away Monday after a lengthy battle with Multiple Myeloma, a type of bone marrow cancer.  Giannattasio was to face off against Republican nominee Robert Leadbeter for the House seat after Representative David Millard vacated his seat this year by retiring. The Columbia County Pa Democrats issued a statement in support of his family, confirming Giannattasio passing and thanking all who voted in the spirit of what Ed stood for, free and fair elections and protection of our fundamental rights.

SOME ELECTION SNAGS BUT NO INTIMIDATION REPORTED

There were a handful of election issues in a few counties according to Acting Secretary of State Leigh Chapman with a few precincts that opened late, some had power outages, some areas of Luzerne County ran out of paper ballots and at least one experienced a gas leak – there were no reported incidences of voter intimidation at this time.  According to the Daily Item, Chapman says that it will take a few days for unofficial results from the midterm general election to be completed. The deadline for unofficial results is November 15 and the deadline for the certified official results is November 28. The delays are caused by the mail-in voting system in Pennsyvania of which, over 1.4 million ballots have yet to be counted.  Chapman said 1 million were returned from Democrats and about 303,000 from Republicans.

UPTOWN MUSIC COLLECTIVE ANNUAL CAMPAIGN STARTS

Another season has started for the Uptown Music Collective, and the annual fundraising campaign kicks off their 22nd year of providing every deserving student a musical education even if they have an inability to pay.  Support the Collective by attending this Friday and Saturday’s show at the Community Arts Center, Girls Just Want to Have Fun: Ladies of the ‘80s.  See the whole season’s schedule and purchase tickets at CACLIVE dot com and donate at uptownmusicdot org/annual campaign.

SPORTS

PIAA State Playoffs
Boys Soccer
Class AA
Fleetwood 5                   Danville 0
Lewisburg 5                   Dunmore 0

Class AAA
Selinsgrove 3        Southern Lehigh 2

Girls Soccer
Class A
Southern Columbia 5     Montrose 2
South Williamsport 9    Harrisburg Christian 0
Class AA
Wyomissing 2                Lewisburg 1
Class AAA
Valley View 1                Shikellamy 0

Field Hockey

Class A
Central Columbia 5       Wilson Area 0
Lewisburg 4                             Berks Catholic 3

Volleyball

Class A
Mount Calvary Christian 3 Galeton 0
Class AA
North Penn-Liberty 3     Lake-Lehman 0

NHL
Coyotes 4            Sabers 1
Canadians 3        Red Wings 2
Islanders 4          Rangers 3
Devils 3               Flames 2
Canucks 6           Senators 4
Flyers 5               Blues 1
Golden Knights 4 Maple Leafs 3
Oilers 3               Lightning 2
Jets 5                   Stars 1
Kracken 5           Predators 1
Kings 1                Wild 0
NBA
There were no NBA games Tuesday night
NBA Tonight
Nets vs the Knicks at 7:30 tonight on ESPN
Lakers and Clippers play at 10 PM on ESPN.

Thursday NFL football Atlanta Falcons and Carolina Panthers 815 on Prime Video

BACKYARD BROADCASTING LOCAL NEWS NOVEMBER 4, 2022

TEENS ACCUSED OF ARMED ROBBERY HELD FOR COURT

The two teens who were arrested for the afternoon armed robbery of a couple in downtown Williamsport October 24th  have been  held for court after testimony from prosecution witnesses in District Court yesterday.  According to the Sun Gazette, 16 year old Aajujaun Johnson and 19 year old Nyreese Turner are charged with felony robbery terroristic threats, receiving stolen property and conspiracy after the two were apprehended a few blocks away from the crime scene once identified by city police.  A third person involved in the robbery who 13, is being tried in juvenile court.  Johnson and Turner are incarcerated on no bail.

POLICE LOCATE CHILD ABDUCTOR AFTER MANHUNT

Police have located a Winfield man accused of assaulting the mother of his child after a three hour manhunt October 22nd near Selinsgrove.  According to NorthCentral PA dot com, Shane M. Ewig allegedly pushed and kicked Michelle Kline at her apartment before he left the with their 11 year old son and police began a massive search in Monroe Township.  Police used drones from Snyder County Emergency Management, and a search and rescue bloodhound to locate Ewig, but he was found about 3 hours later and taken into custody without incident at the home of a friend.

FLU CLINIC AT GEISINGER ACROSS NE PENNSYLVANIA

There will be another Super Saturday flu vaccine event this weekend at more than 40 Geisinger locations across North Central PA.  According to a press release from the hospital, those who want to obtain a flu shot can drive up without an appointment and receive a free shot without leaving their vehicle this Saturday,  November 5th from 9am til 3pm.  Clinics offering the flu shots include Geisinger Medical Center Muncy on Route 220 Highway, as well as Geisinger facilities in Lewisburg, Selinsgrove, Bellefonte, and Lock Haven.  Shots are for patients age 3 and older.  Get details at Geisinger dot org forward slash flu.

VETERAN’S DAY PARADE TOMORROW IN JERSEY SHORE

The Veteran’ Day Parade is at 2pm in Jersey Shore tomorrow and the grand marshal for the event is former US Marine and Korean War veteran Howard Wilt, with parade ambassador, Marine veteran Dan Muthler.  Groups including the Jersey Shore High School band and Daughters of the American Revolution will be represented as well as a group from Backyard Broadcasting.  In other area events –  US Representative Fred Keller will speak next Firday at the Veteran’s Day Ceremony at the Montoursville Cemetery at 11am, and State Representative Joe Hamm will be the keynote speaker at a Veteran’s Day prayer for America event at the Jersey Shore Presbyterian Church Friday the 11th at 7pm.

ALLEGED MONTOUR COUNTY ARSONIST IN CUSTODY

The man who set fire to a house in Montour County Wednesday is in custody after police say his motivation for the fire was a domestic dispute.  According to State police, troopers responded to the disturbance that was called in from the residence on R and H avenue in Liberty township and witnessed 59-year-old John Young of Danville douse the home using gas cans and then setting the place on fire.  When confronted by police, Young was tased after he would not drop a sawzall tool when ordered ,  he was taken to the Montour County Prison without bail.  Young was charged with attempted homicide, three counts of aggravated arson and resisting arrest. 

MAN JAILED FOR 2015 RAPE OF A CHILD

A Williamsport man has been charged with seven counts of felony rape of a child and a misdemeanor after the victim came forward last week with her mother to accuse him of the crime that allegedly occurred in November of 2015.  According to North Central PA dot com, 62 year old Larry Creighton, who was considered a family friend, was accused of the assault against the 8 year old girl – at the time –  when they were alone at a home on Sheridan Street. Creighton is being held on 75 thousand dollars bail and will have a preliminary hearing on November 10th.

TRACTOR TRAILER CRASH IN SHAMOKIN DAM

There was a tractor trailer crash overnight in Shamokin Dam and it has closed the Route 11 northbound lane at the 11/15 split.  According to PennDOT drivers can access route 11 northbound by turning at the traffic light toward Northumberland borough.  Crews are expected to be on the scene in Monroe Township, Snyder County cleaning up the crash area until about mid morning.  You can check all Pennsylvania traffic conditions at 511PA dot com.

VICTORIAN CHRISTMAS IS BACK FOR 2022

Victorian Christmas presented by Preservation Williamsport will be back for the weekend of November 18th this year.  According to Victorian Christmas PA dot com, the 23rd annual event celebrates Williamsport’s architectural heritage of vintage homes, mansions, museums, churches and other public structures, by offering a host of events at various locations throughout Williamsport.  The theme for the three day Victorian Christmas this year is “Arts of the Era, Music & Theatre”.  The tour of the iconic homes on the route is scheduled from 9-5 on Saturday.  Check the schedule and buy tickets for the tour on the website or Facebook page of  Victorian Christmas in Williamsport.

SPORTS

PIAA District 4
Girls Soccer  
South Williamsport 3 Southern Columbia 2 for the Class A Championship
Class AA Central Columbia 3  Lewisburg 0
Boys Soccer Championships
Class A – Juniata 2 Northumberland Christian 1
Classs AA Lewisburg 4 Danville 1
PIAA District 4 Football Friday night 7pm kick off
Lewisburg @ Loyalsock  
BYB Game of the Week – 6:30PM

North Penn Mansfield @Mount Carmel Towanda @Troy
Selinsgrove @ Milton
Shamokin @ Jersey shore
Line mountain @ Southern Columbia Hughesville @ Bloomsburg  

Saturday Football  – 1pm kickoff
South Williamsport @Canton

Saturday 4pm – Montoursville @Athens

7pm Saturday Games
Northwest @Muncy

Warrior Run @Mifflinburg

Williamsport @Boyertown

MLB
Astros 3               Phillies 2 in World Series Game 5
Game 6 tonight 8:03 on Fox
NFL Thursday night football
Eagles 29             Texans 17  – Eagles extend their undefeated season.
NHL

Red Wings 3         Capitals 1
Golden Knights 5           Senators 4
Hurricanes 4         Lightning 3
Bruins 5               Rangers 2
Kraken 4              Wild 0
Islanders 5            Blues 2
Jets 3                    Canadiens 2
Blackhawks 2       Kings 1
Devils 4                Oilers 3
NBA
Magic 130            Warriors 129
Nuggets 122         Thunder 110

BACKYARD BROADCASTING LOCAL NEWS NOVEMBER 3, 2022

NO JAIL FOR MAN CONVICTED OF TAX FRAUD

A Cogan Station man will avoid jail time after a US Middle District judge gave him probation on a criminal tax evasion charge.  According to Penn Live, Devon T Buck cashed checks from customers of his landscaping business and diverted the money into personal accounts between 2015 and September 2017. Assistant US Attorney acknowledged the defense’s argument that Buck’s attempted to work out a settlement with the IRS before being compliant with the law over the fraud.  Buck who is a father of two young children received two years probation and was fined three thousand dollars for failing to report over 720 thousand dollars in gross receipts.  The IRS may still impose a civil penalty on Buck.

CAREGIVER GAMBLES WITH TODDLER IN THE CAR

The caregiver of a toddler has been charged in Union County for allegedly leaving the child in her running car when she gambled at a gas station in Lewisburg on numerous occasions.  According to North Central PA dot com, a witness called police when 50 year old Christa Bingaman was in the store and had left the child alone at least 10 minutes in October.  Troopers said the parents of the 1 and a half year old called police to press charges.  Bingaman was charged with endangering the welfare of children and summary of leaving a child unattended, her preliminary hearing is November 17th.

TWO FLOOD-PLAIN HOMES SET FOR COUNTY BUYOUT

Two homes in the Muncy borough are potentially in line for a buyout for being in a flood-prone area of Lycoming County.  According to the Sun Gazette, during their meeting this week, the Muncy Borough Council entered an into an agreement with the county to buy out the houses on North Washington Street and Mechanic Street near Glade Run, which are two of seven that FEMA are considering for future buyouts as well.  Members of council noted that families live in six of the seven flood-prone homes and the two to be bought are particularly prone to flooding.

ADA COMPLIANT POLLING PLACE POSSIBLE AT WASD

The Williamsport Area School District School Board called using their facilities as a polling place in the future in an effort for elections to be ADA compliant, an unfunded mandate. According to the Sun Gazette, during the school board meeting this week, County Commissioner Scott Metzger and director of Voter services, Forrest Lehman, were present in front of the board to discuss the funding and logistics of using the schools by the public on Election Days.  Superintendent Dr. Timothy S. Bowers says unknown security risks and other issues could be a distraction at the school.  33 of 67 counties already use schools as polling sites.  The discussion did not come to a vote at the board meeting this week.

SUSPECT IN CUSTODY FROM MONTOUR COUNTY FIRE

Police have taken a person into custody for arson after a fire destroyed a Montour County Home last night.  According to state police, the fire marshal was called around 5pm to R and H Avenue, near Narehood Road in Mooresburg.  Property record state the property is owned by John, Cynthia and Kelli Young.  Five fire separtments were called to the scene but police have not released any more information about the fire or the suspect.

MORE FELONIES FOR COGAN STATION MAN CAUGHT IN LOYALSOCK

The man who was apprehended from a Loyalsock home after being there unauthorized and then found to have materials to make explosive devices, has been charged with two felonies.  According to the Sun Gazette, Steve Guthrie of Cogan Station was charged with possessing weapons of mass destruction and criminal trespassing after police took him into custody at a home on the 900 block of Cemetery Street.  State troopers trained to deal with explosives had to remove the evidence from the home.  Police say Guthrie violated terms of his bail from a previous felony charge including sexual assault of a child, he has been returned to Lycoming County Prison in lieu of an additional 50 thousand dollars bail.

$400K AWARDED FOR PINE SQUARE IMPROVEMENTS

Four hundred thousand dollars has been earmarked for the Pine Square improvement project that Senator Gene Yaw says will attract more economic growth in the city of Williamsport. According to a press release from the senator’s office, the investment made possible by the Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program will help develop a live-work-play complex close to Trade and Transit II which will have an upgraded space that will be level with a bandshell, fencing signage and lighting.  Mayor Slaughter thanked Governor Wolf and Senator Yaw for making the award possible by working for the funding in Harrisburg.

NEW HYBRID COASTER AT HERSHEY PARK FOR 2023

It’s the time of year when Hershey park announces what’s on the way for the next season and according to Hersheypark.com the amusement park will unveil the all-new Wildcat’s Revenge  2023. One of 15 coasters already at Hersheypark, the wood and steel hybrid coaster will make its debut 100 years after the first Wild Cat ride opened at the Park.  The all-new steel track will add unique elements to the existing frame, according to the news release.  The hybrid coaster features maximum speeds of 62 miles per hour and four inversions, including the World’s Largest Underflip. 

SPORTS

PIAA District 4
Girls Soccer Playoffs
Class AAA Championship yesterday
Shikellamy 2 Selinsgrove 1
Class A Championship
Southern Columbia vs South Williamsport @Danville HS – 6pm tonight
Class AA Championship
Central Columbia vs Lewisburg @Milton HS – 8pm tonight
Boys Soccer Playoffs
Class AAA Championship last night
Selinsgrove 5 Jersey shore 1
Class A Northumberland
Northumberland Christian vs East Juniata @Danville HS – 8pm tonight
Class AA Championship
Lewisburg vs Danville @Milton HS 6pm tonight

MLB Astros 5 Philies 0   World Series tied up 2-2 Game 5 tonight 8:03pm FOX

NFL tonight the Eagles are in Houston at 8:15 on prime video for Thursday night football
NBA
Wizards 121                  76ers 111
Cavaliers 114                 Celtics 113
Hawks 112                              Knicks 99
Bulls 106                       Hornets 88
Clippers 109                  Rockets 101
Bucks 116                      Pistons 191
Mavericks 103               Jazz 100
Lakers 120                     Pelicans 117 inOT
NHL
Maple Leafs 5 Flyers 2
Sabers 6 Penguins 3
NCAA Football Saturday
Penn State heads to Indiana to play the Hoosiers – 3:30pm on ABC
Ohio State is at Northwestern noon on ABC
South Florida’s at Temple at 2 PM on ESPN+
Syracuse @ Pitt 3:30 PM

BACKYARD BROADCASTING LOCAL NEWS NOVEMBER 2, 2022

JERSEY SHORE MAN VICTIM IN FATAL CRASH

A man from Jersey Shore was the victim in the crash that shut down Route 44 in Nippenose Township yesterday morning.  According to the Sun Gazette, Stephen Zwald, who worked for Jersey Shore Cemetery, was coming back to work after an appointment and went off the roadway while attempting to pass another vehicle at about 11:30am, and hit a utility pole.  The Lycoming County Deputy Coroner pronounced Zwald deceased at the scene after rescue crews from Antes Fort, Jersey Shore and Nippenose Township freed the man’s body from the wreckage.  Route was closed for about forty minutes and then one lane was reopened to traffic before 1pm.  PPL says they will replace the damaged pole about a half mile south of State Street at a later date.

PATIENT CHARGED WITH FELONY ASSAULT ON STAFF MEMBER

A Williamsport man who was hospitalized in April at UPMC Williamsport has been arrested for inappropriate sexual comments to and physical assault of a hospital staff member.  According to the Sun Gazette, 68 year old Edward Fisher, Jr. is accused of three similar incidents while he was a patient for three hours last April 9th in which he grabbed the woman aggressively, against her wishes.  Fisher was arraigned on a felony charge of aggravated assault and three counts of indecent exposure, and released on 75 thousand dollars bail. 

EMERGENCY CHANGE IN POLLING PLACES

There’s been an emergency change of polling places for those in Loyalsock Township Precinct 7 for the November 8th General Election only.  According to the Lycoming County Board of Elections, due to an emergency at the regular facility, voters will use the Lysock View Complex at 542 County Farm Road.  There will be signs posted at the new and old polling place on Election Day which will remind voters of the change.  Notification letters have been mailed to all registered voters in the township.  Details at lyco.org/vote

TROUT STOCKING STARTS NEXT WEEK

Only one North Central PA County will be stocked with trout for the winter schedule this year, which will begin next week and continue through December.  According to the Pennsylvania Fish and boat website, Tioga County’s Beechwood Lake will be stocked with rainbow trout from the Bellefonte hatchery and  areas of Lebanon County in southeastern PA will be the first to be stocked the second week in November.  Residents can get more information at fish and boat dot com or obtain a fishing license online at huntfish.pa.gov.

ISIS INMATE NEGOTIATES CHARGES FOR STABBING OFFICER

The federal inmate serving a 40 year sentence in Allenwood as a member of ISIS involved in a 2016 plot to detonate bombs in Times Square and in the New York City Subway system, asked the court to plead no contest in a stabbing incident at the facility in December of 2020, and was denied.  According to Penn Live, the member of ISIS Abdulrahman el Bahnasawy, attacked an Allenwood Penitentiary corrections officer, blinding him, and indicated at the time that the attack was on behalf of the Islamic State.  Federal attorneys say a plea of no contest does not accurately represent the seriousness of the offense and is not a deterrence.

CITY POLICE REQUEST NEW UPFITTED VEHICLES

Williamsport City Council will consider the addition of two new up-fitted Dodge Durangos, after the Williamsport Bureau of Police submitted a request to use American Rescue Plan funds for the purchase.  According to the Sun Gazette, council will review the resolution to purchase the vehicles using just over 156 thousand dollars which includes all lights graphics and computer and radio technology.  Williamsport was awarded almost 25 million dollars in funding as a result of the COVID pandemic and must allocate funds for use by 2024, and use it by 2026.

APPLY FOR FEDERAL FUNDS FOR HEATING BILLS THIS YEAR

The Annual Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program started this week and applications are being accepted for the 2022-2023 season.  According to the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, LIHEAP is a federally funded program for renters and homeowners, providing cash and crisis grants until April 28th 2023.  The funds are transferred directly to a household utility company as a grant which does not have to be repaid by the recipient.  The income limit is 150 percent of the Federal Poverty Limit – a gross income of just over 20 thousand dollars per year.  You can apply online at compass.state.pa.us. or call 1-877-395-8930.

ONE POWERBALL WINNER IN NORTHUMBERLAND, BUT NOT THE JACKPOT

State lottery officials reported that there was one 150 thousand dollar winning ticket sold for the last Powerball drawing at a Riverside lottery retailer in Northumberland County. According to the Daily Item, the ticket matched four of the five white balls drawn, and the red Powerball.  The winner, who will not be identified until they come forward to claim the prize, is among over 296 thousand other Powerball ticket holders who won some form of the prize this week, just not the jackpot – that has now grown to estimated annuity value of $1.2 billion, or $596.7 million cash, for the next drawing on Wednesday.

SPORTS

Girls Soccer Playoffs
Class A – Southern Columbia 6     Wyalusing 5
                S. Williamsport  2           Benton 0
Class AAA Championship  – Shikellamy vs Selinsgrove tonight- Milton HS – 5pm
Boys Soccer Playoffs
Class A  –    Northumberland Christian 4        South Williamsport 1
                    East Juniata 3                                 So. Columbia  2                             
Class AA –    Danville 1                                     Mid-West 0
                     Lewisburg 5                                   Warrior Run 0
Class AAA – Championship – Selinsgrove vs Jersey Shore tonight at Milton HS – 7pm

MLB
Phillies dominated Game 3 last night with a 7- nothing victory over the Houston Astros to take a 2-1 series lead in the World Series.  Game 4 tonight 8:03pm on FOX

NHL
Rangers 1            Flyers 0
Lightning 4         Senators 3
Golden Knights 3 Capitals 2
Islanders 3          Blackhawks 1
Wild 4                 Canadians 1
Bruins 6              Penguins 5
Stars 5                 Kings 2
Kraken 5             Flames 4

NBA
Bulls 108            Nets 99
Heat 116             Warriors 109
Thunder 116       Magic 108
Suns 116             Timberwolves 107

BACKYARD BROADCASTING LOCAL NEWS NOVEMBER 1, 2022

MOTHER ACCUSED OF STARVING DAUGHTERS PLEADS GUILTY

The mother of the two young girls who died from starvation and were buried in a shallow grave in Hepburn township, has plead guilty to conspiracy to commit first degree murder and theft by deception charges on fraudulently collecting county assistance for the girls after they had died.  According to the Sun Gazette, 33 year old Marie Sue Snyder agreed to the guilty plea after the Lycoming County District Attorney initially filed notice to seek the death penalty.  Snyder also agreed to provide testimony in the trial of former girlfriend Echo Butler over her role in the death of 6 year old Nicole Elizabeth and 4 year old Jasmine Jean Snyder.  Snyder has been offered a sentence of two consecutive prison terms without parole and over 130 thousand dollars in fines.

OVERNIGHT THIEF IN CUSTODY

A Williamsport man has been arrested for breaking into Lycoming County stores and stealing merchandise.  According to the Sun Gazette, police say 27 year old Donald Jared Parsons stole cigarettes, liquor, cash and other items from three Williamsport businesses Thursday morning along Hepburn Street, Memorial Avenue and Basin Street.  Parsons was observed on surveillance video breaking and entering the stores and when police questioned him later at his home, he admitted the theft and produced the stolen items for police. He was charged with burglary, criminal trespass theft and receiving stolen property.

LOCAL MAN CONFIRMED FOR THE BOARD OF PSSHE

A Williamsport man has been confirmed to serve as a member of the Board of Governors for Pennsylvania’s State System of Higher Education.  According to the Sun Gazette, CEO of The Liberty Group Daniel Klingerman, who was involved during the integration of the state system of universities this past year, will be a part of a 20 member board that  coordinates the operation of the State Education System, overseeing its’ efficient management.

NON-PROFITS RAISE FUNDS FOR AMISH FAMILY

Several non-profit agencies in Centre County are holding a fundraiser for the Amish family who lost four family members this year in farming accidents.  According to the Sun Gazette, a GoFundMe page has been set up to support Esther Beiler and her six children after a son died in a farm equipment accident last March, and her husband and two other tennage sons perished in a silo accident in September.  All deaths were ruled accidental.  The Happy Valley Adventure Bureau and the Chamber of Business & Industry of Centre County are hoping to raise 20 thousand dollars for the family.

SUNBURY FIRE VICTIMS IDENTIFIED

It was a young mother and her three year old who died in the three-alarm fire in Sunbury Saturday afternoon, another family member was rescued from a second story window of the home.  According to the Standard-Journal, the bodies of 23 year old Abby Anstey and her three year old, Brayden were found in a second floor bedroom at the 300 block of Walnut Street.  60 year old Edgar Perez who resided there and was in a wheelchair, was rescued by a passersby who used a ladder to get him.  Fire officials say the three alarm blaze began in the kitchen area of the home at 334 Walnut and spread to two other homes, which brought all Sunbury and Northumberland fire units as well as over a dozen other companies. The fire was under control by 6:30pm.  First responders from Northumberland, Montour and Snyder counties also assisted.

MAN HIT BY CAR ON ROUTE 11/15, IN CRITICAL CONDITION

A Middleburg man was hit by a car along Route 11/15 in Snyder County Sunday while he crossed where there was no signal or crosswalk.  According to Selinsgrove state police, 66 year old Thomas Bernat Jr was transported to Geisinger Medical center with life-threatening injuries after being struck while crossing the highway in the area of the Turkey Hill Minute mart in Monroe Township. Media outlets say Geisinger officials listed Bernat in critical condition as of yesterday.

REDISTIRCT MAPS WILL NOT BE CHALLENGED IN COURT

The case challenging the redistricting of Pennsylvania’s State House and Senate District maps after the 2020 census will not be heard by the United States Supreme Court.  According to WHTM, Pennsylvania House Majority Leader Kerry Benninghoff had argued the process was unconstitutional, but members of the Legislative Reapportionment Commission said they are confident that the districting plans comply with both state and federal law and the US Supreme Court upheld it.  In March the justices allowed maps selected by each state’s Supreme Court to be in effect for the 2022 elections. 

BUCKNELL STRIVES TO BE PREMIER EMPLOYER

In an attempt to complete an initiative to become a premiere employer in the region, Bucknell University has announced that they will give employees the full week off at Thanksgiving this year.  According to a statement by University President, John Bravman the traditional time off for employees, Wednesday through the weekend is now including November 21st and 22nd this year.  There is also a two-week winter break scheduled for 2023 this year.  Details at Bucknell.edu.

SPORTS

PIAA District 4
Girls Soccer Playoffs
Class AA – Central Columbia 5     Hughesville       0
                   Lewisburg        2 Montoursville    1  (2OT)
PIAA District 4
Girls Soccer Playoffs
Class A – Southern Columbia vs Wyalusing at Danville HS tonight -5pm
                Benton vs S. Williamsport at Loyalsock HS  tonight – 5pm
Class AAA Championship  – Shikellamy vs Selinsgrove Wednesday – Milton HS 5pm
Boys Soccer Playoffs
Class A  –    Northumberland Christian vs South Williamsport – Loyalsock HS – Tonight at 7 PM
                    So. Columbia vs East Juniata@ Danville HS tonight 7pm
Cl;ass AA – Danville vs Mid-West at Milton HS tonight 5pm
                     Lewisburg vs Warrior Run  – Milton HS tonight 7pm
Class AAA – Championship – Selinsgrove vs Jersey Shore at Milton HS Wednesday at 7pm

NFL Monday Night Football
Browns 32           Bengals 13   
MLB
Game 3 of the World Series between the Philadelphia Phillies and Houston Astros was postponed last night due to the threat of rain.  It will now be played tonight 8:03pm on FOX
 Game 4 set for Wednesday, and Game 5 on Thursday.

NBA
Kings 115           Hornets 108
76ers 118            Wizards 111
Nets 116              Pacers 109
Raptors 139        Hawks 109
Bucks 110           Pistons 108
Jazz 121              Grizzlies 105
Clippers 95         Rockets 93

NHL
Sabers 8              Red Wings 3
Hurricanes 3       Capitals 2
Kings 5                Blues 1

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