THE MILTON AMERICAN LEGION WILL BE SELLING WINGS EVERY TUESDAY FROM 5-8PM. THEY HAVE MANY FLAVORS OF WINGS AVAILABLE. YOU CAN DINE IN OR TAKE OUT. YOU CAN ALSO CALL YOUR ORDER IN AT 570-742-4632. OPEN TO THE PUBLIC.
Milton American Legion Wing Night
THE MILTON AMERICAN LEGION WILL BE SELLING WINGS EVERY TUESDAY FROM 5-8PM. THEY HAVE MANY FLAVORS OF WINGS AVAILABLE. YOU CAN DINE IN OR TAKE OUT. YOU CAN ALSO CALL YOUR ORDER IN AT 570-742-4632. OPEN TO THE PUBLIC.
Milton American Legion Wing Night
THE MILTON AMERICAN LEGION WILL BE SELLING WINGS EVERY TUESDAY FROM 5-8PM. THEY HAVE MANY FLAVORS OF WINGS AVAILABLE. YOU CAN DINE IN OR TAKE OUT. YOU CAN ALSO CALL YOUR ORDER IN AT 570-742-4632. OPEN TO THE PUBLIC.
BACKYARD BROADCASTING LOCAL NEWS OCTOBER 16, 2024
MIDWIFE WHO LET INFANT DIE SENTENCED TO PRISON
The Laporte woman who was charged with involuntary manslaughter after serving as a midwife during a home birth in 2022 in which the infant died, was sentenced yesterday in Sullivan County Court. According to the Sun Gazette, 49 year old Brigitte Meckes has been ordered to serve 8 years and 8 months to 17 years for not seeking emergency care for the infant who was in distress. The parents of the child Amy and Drew Hoenigke pleaded guilty of involuntary manslaughter, aggravated assault, endangering the welfare of a child, and misdemeanor reckless endangerment in August and are currently serving a state prison term for the charges.
SHAMOKIN MAN CRASHED INTO WEIS MARKETS
A 20 year old man in Shamokin was taken into custody after crashing his car into the front of a local grocery store early Monday. According to the News Item, Cain Reigle was seen by a witness doing donuts in the West Market Street Weis Markets parking lot about 1am Monday morning. Police say he lost control of the car and crashed into the vestibule area of the store. No word on the charges filed against Reigle. Workers have put up planks of plywood at the Weis for a temporary fix to the windows at the store.
THIEF BREAKS INTO CARS TWICE IN LOYALSOCK TOWNSHIP
An unknown suspect has stolen from cars in the Loyalsock Township area in two separate incidences According to State police at Montoursville, the first instance of theft occurred overnight September 20th when victims reported that cash and credit cards were stolen from vehicles parked on Stopper Drive. There is another report of thefts in the same area between 2:30pm September 23rd and 9:30pm September 24th. The suspect mostly stole loos change but got away with approximately 515 dollars from several vehicles. If you have information about the thefts, call state police 570-368-5700.
LEAF PICK UP FOR MAHONING TOWNSHIP
Mahoning Township has announced the leaf-pick up schedule for the season that is set to start October 22nd. According to township officials, residents are permitted to put out 5 bags of leave per pick-up not to exceed 50 pounds. The pick-up will happened Tuesdays and Thursdays between 9am and 4pm through December 19th. If you would like to schedule a pick up with the township, email [email protected] or call 570-857-5001 and provide your name and address.
FIRE AT WATSONTOWN BUSINESS
Officials shut down a portion of Main Street in Watsontown yesterday for a fire at an area business. According to the Standard Journal, smoke was seen coming from Moore Good Hair Days in the 200 block of Main Street and police say there were reports of a fire being called in just before 9am. Warrior Run, White Deer and Milton area firefighters responded to the blaze that was discovered by fire officials in the basement of the building. There were no injuries reported.
POLICE OFFICER PLEADS GUILTY TO USING EXCESSIVE FORCE
One former Mount Carmel Police officer who was charged with using excessive force pleaded guilty yesterday and is facing 4 to ten years in prison and a possible 250 thousand dollar fine. According to WNEP, Kyle Schauer was indicted by a federal grand jury last year along with two other former officers David Donkochik and Jonathan McHugh who are awaiting a trial on the same charges, one count of conspiracy to deprive rights under the color of law.
CLOSED PRISON SHARING ITEMS WITH OTHER AGENCIES
With the closure of the Snyder County Prison, the staff there has been reduced to about 10 officers, the Warden, Deputy Warden and Associate Warden who still work on policies and schedules there, but the contents are being donated to another agency. According to the Daily Item, the Snyder County Commissioners, are giving cleaning and personal hygiene items previously bought in bulk to Children and Youth Services, and will also offer mattresses, bathroom and kitchen equipment to Clinton County for an as yet to be determined price. About 40 inmates who were at the Snyder County facility have since been housed in Clinton County from when they updated their corrections model in June.
CRACK SEALING IN TIOGA AND LYCOMING COUNTY
Work will continue this week by crews performing roadway crack sealing on various routes in Tioga and Lycoming Counties. According to Penn DOT, Route 6 and Route 287 will have single lane conditions with flagging during the daylight hours, as well as Interstate 180 will see alternating single lane closures. Work on Route 405 will take place during the overnight with single lane conditions and flagging there. Check 511 PA dot com for road conditions 24/7 across the commonwealth.
SPORTS
PIAA HS Boys Soccer
Hughesville 2 Shikellamy 1 /2OT
Girls Soccer
Muncy 2 Jersey Shore 0
Hughesville 3 Shikellamy 2
Cntrl Columbia 5 Warrior Run 2
Milton 5 Towanda 0
Crestwood 7 Williamsport 1
Montoursville 1 Bloomsburg 0
NP Mansfield 3 CMVT 2
Volleyball
Bald Eagle Area 3 Williamsport 0
MLB
ALCS Game 2
Yankees 6 Guardians 3 NY up 2-0
MLB Today
NLCS Game 3
Dodgers vs Mets 8:08pm FS1 tied 1-1
NHL
Lightning 4 Canucks 1
Capitals 4 Golden Knights 2
Hurricanes 4 Devils 2
Panthers 4 Blue Jackets 3
Oilers 4 Flyers 3
NHL Today
Buffalo Sabres vs Pittsburgh Penguins 7pm TNT
Boston Bruins vs Colorado Avalanche 9:30pm TNT/Max
Utah vs Anaheim 10pm ESPN+Thursday Night Football
Broncos vs Saints 8:15pm PrimeVid
NFL Sunday
Eagles vs Giants 1pm FOX
Chiefs vs 49ers 4:25pm FOX
Jets vs Steelers 8:20pm NBC/Peacock
WNBA Finals Tonight
Liberty vs Lynx 8pm ESPN
BACKYARD BROADCASTING LOCAL NEWS OCTOBER 15, 2024
MORE CHARGES FOR TEEN WHO MADE THREATS
The teen who allegedly told a student acquaintance he would shoot up Montoursville Area High School last week, is officially facing firearms charges for showing an illegally held .380 Ruger on a Snapchat video during the threat. According to the Sun Gazettte, 18 year old Jasir Jennings-Cornelius is now in custody after running from police until last Thursday when he was apprehended at a home on Second Avenue. Jennings-Cornelius told police the gun he had was given to him by a juvenile who was in custody for allegedly being involved in the theft at the Blued Barrel Gun Store in Hughesville. Receiving stolen property was added to the 18 year old’s charges of felony terroristic threats and harassment and after waiving his preliminary hearing, the man was released on 50 thousand dollars bail.
CITY STREET CLOSURES WEDNESDAY FOR VANCE VISIT
There are street closures to expect in Williamsport tomorrow in preparation for Senator JD Vance, Donald Trump’s Vice Presidential running mate, who will speak at Liberty Arena on Hepburn Street Wednesday at 3pm. According to the Williamsport Bureau of Police, beginning at 7:30am tomorrow morning, Hepburn between Second and West Edwin Streets, and Elmira Street between West Third and West Edwin will close. In addition there will be closures around Center Place, and Government Place between West Third and West Fourth and other areas close by. The closures are expected to remain in place until 5pm. Please consider an alternate route tomorrow.
GRANT TO BOLSTER BROADBAND IN THE TIOGA COUNTY REGION
The Church of the New Covenant in Mansfield has received funding from the Pennsylvania Broadband Development Authority to bolster internet access in the community. According to a press release from Senator Gene Yaw, almost 2 million dollars in grant funding from the federally backed Multi-Purpose Community Facilities Program is being invested as a key part of the Commonwealth’s broader mission to strengthen infrastructure. The grant is expected to help to improve internet access in schools, libraries, recreation centers, and nonprofits that serve as public hubs.
CROSSCUTTERS 2025 SCHEDULE ANNOUNCED
The Williamsport Crosscutters have announced their 2025 season schedule in conjunction with the MLB Draft League for a fifth season. Friday June 6th is the home opener against the Mahoning Valley Scrappers at Journey Bank Ballpark at Historic Bowman Field, kicking off 40 home games for the year. Times fort the home games in Williamsport remain the same – 6:35 for weekdays and Saturdays with a 4:05 first pitch on Sundays. In the league’s first four seasons, over 170 players have been drafted by MLB clubs, including 33 members of the Williamsport Crosscutters. Get MVP Club Season ticket details that go on sale November 1st at crosscutters.com.
MORE CHARGES FOR MAN WHO KILLED BEARS ON HIS PROPERTY
The man from South Williamsport who had previously been charged with killing wildlife on his property and was free on bail, has been taken into custody after facing new charges from offenses in September. According to North Central PA dot com, 62 year old Shawn Paul Zimmerman, violated terms of his initial bail after being recently accused of strangulation, simple assault, and harassment for allegedly against his girlfriend. Judge Nancy Butts revoked Zimmerman’s bail and set his new bail at $75,000. He will have to post the full amount to be released, while he waits for his court date in November at the Lycoming County Prison.
SUSPECT IN HOMICIDE CASE WANTS CHARGES DISMISSED
A man from Wilkes Barre has filed motions requesting that homicide charges against him be dismissed for his involvement in the fatal shooting of Dayveon Creel, of Sunbury, outside the Northumberland County Courthouse August 15th. According to the Daily Item, Carnel Shelborne was charged with homicide September 15th after police say he was in the vehicle that blocked Creel from fleeing danger during the lunch break of an attempted homicide case for Anthony Moultrie and Francky Riche. This set the scene for the shooting, allegedly by a third man, Denarii Springs, of Northumberland who is not yet in custody at this time. Shelborne’s attorney says the case should be dismissed due to lack of evidence. He will in Northumberland County court Friday.
TECH SCHOOL OFFERING FREE TRAINING
Thanks in part to a federal grant from the Department of Treasury, under the administration of the PA Department of Community and Economic Development, SEDA-COG and SUN Area Technical Institute are offering tuition-free training. According to the Daily Item, the program will focus on HVAC and plumbing, carpentry and electrical systems technology. The Whole Homes-Repair Grant will provide training that is open to the public to learn practical, real-world skills that can enhance their capabilities in home repair, renovation, and weatherization. . Classes will be held twice a year through 2026. Get more information by calling SUN Tech at570-966-1031 ext. 125 for more information.
RENOVO NAMES FLAMING FOLIAGE FESTIVAL QUEEN
The 2024 Flaming Foliage Festival Queen was crowned this past weekend in Renovo during their 75th anniversary celebration of the event. According to the Express, Miss Canton, Isabella Schoonover, was crowned as this year’s Queen and was also awarded Miss Congeniality. Central Mountain Wildcats took first in the Band competition, and Citizens/ South Renovo Pierce Rescue Engine won first place for the best appearing firetruck. For the floats Pat Reeders was 1st in the small float competition and The Central Mountain Cheerleaders won for the large float. Details at Pastateflamingfoliage.org.
SPORTS
PIAA HS
Boys Soccer
Muncy 1 Jersey Shore 1 /2OT
Midd-West 4 Warrior Run 0
Montgomery 3 St. Joseph Catholic 1
Girls Soccer
Muncy 5 Sullivan County 0
Jersey Shore 1 Wellsboro 0
Montoursville 4 Northern Lebanon 0
Lewisburg 7 Mifflinburg 0
NFL Monday Night Football
Bills 23 Jets 20
Thursday Night Football
Broncos vs Saints 8:15pm PrimeVid
NFL Sunday
Eagles vs Giants 1pm FOX
Chiefs vs 49ers 4:25pm FOX
Jets vs Steelers 8:20pm NBC/Peacock
MLB
ALCS Game 1
Yankees 5 Guardians 2
NLCS Game 2
Mets 7 Dodgers 3 tied 1-1
WNBA Finals Wednesday
Liberty vs Lynx 8pm ESPN