LYCO CORONER RELEASES SCI MUNCY INMATE CAUSE OF DEATH

A woman from NJ who was serving a sentence for a 3^rd degree murder conviction was found dead in her prison cell Sunday at SCI Muncy.  According to Penn Live, Lycoming County Coroner Charles E. Kiessling Jr. ruled that 41 year old Lisa Marie Stavish died by asphyxiation due to hanging at 6:07am.  It was three days after she was recommitted to the State Correction Institution at Muncy for allegedly violating her parole.  Stavish had been convicted of murder in 2005, she admitted to injecting a man with a fatal mix of cocaine and bleach and burying his remains. 

MAXIMUM SENTENCE FOR DUI FELON

A Columbia Crossroads man has been given the maximum penalty, 10 to 20 years in state prison, for being found guilty of killing a Towanda man while DUI in July.  According to North Central PA dot com, 39 year old Charles Fred Scott was already facing a DUI charge last summer when he struck and killed 39 year old Travis Delamater who was putting his child in a car seat just a few yards from the  local bar where Scott had been drinking.    Delamater’s wife and child sustained minor injuries.  Scott’s charges include DUI homicide, reckless endangerment, and two other separate DUI charges.

PENNDOT CLOSED FOR SEVERAL HOLIDAY DAYS

PennDOT has announced that all driver license and photo centers in the state, including the full-service center in Harrisburg, will be closed tomorrow for Christmas as well as be closed next Wednesday January 1, 2025, in observance of the New Year’s holiday.  Customers may still obtain a variety of driver and vehicle products and services, including  a complete listing of PennDOT driver and photo license center closings in 2025.

ARW TO SERVE DRIVE THRU CHRISTMAS DINNER

The American Rescue Workers’ annual Christmas Distribution served 1,200 families last Friday. The event is designed to address the need of families in the region who are struggling with food insecurity. In addition, the American Rescue Workers are offering a drive-thru on Christmas Day between 11am and 2pm where anyone can pick up a hot meal to-go.

MAN JAILED AFTER TRAFFIC STOP FOR WARRANTS

A 59 year old man from Lock Haven has been jailed for outstanding warrants after he was stopped for a traffic violation December 7^th and Woodward Township police discovered his record. He was found to have two 10-year-old outstanding criminal warrants from Centre County.  According to the Daily Item, 59 year old Larry Halterman who is classified as an habitual offender due to several prior DUI convictions, was driving an unregistered, uninsured vehicle with a revoked and suspended license since 1998.  He faces new charges.  The owner of the vehicle he driving will also be cited for allowing Halterman to drive the unregistered car without insurance.

THIEF STEALS MONEY FROM LOGANTON DINER

A thief broke into a diner in Loganton and made off with almost 4 thousand dollars earlier this month.  According to North Central pa dot com, police say an unknown suspect broke a window of the Twilight Diner in Loganton and then used a grinder to cut open a safe and took the cash.  Authorities say the suspect was wearing a white Tyvek style suit and fled the scene in what some said was possibly a light-colored, Chrysler/dodge.  State policed at Lamar ask anyone with information about the burglary or the suspect to call the barracks, 570-726-6000.

FLORIDA MAN STEALS IDENTITY FROM SUNBURY VICTIM

A man from Florida stole the identity of a man from Sunbury and used a fake ID to withdraw money from the victim’s account in November.  According to North Central PA dot com, 56 year old Nathaniel McBride successfully withdrew over 19 hundred dollars from a credit union in Upper Augusta Township in Sunbury by answering all the security questions for the account and signing the receipt forging the victim’s name.  The man was caught in Delaware a few days later for the same crime. McBride was charged with a felony count of forgery, misdemeanor counts of theft, receiving stolen property, and identity theft and has a preliminary hearing January 7^th.

CHRISTMAS EVENT AT UNION COUNTY LIBRARY TODAY

The Union County Public library will have a program today featuring Christmas traditions from around the world with their  Holiday Yule Festival.  Accordin got the Daily Item, children can enjoy learning about the magic of different holidays and festivals that happen worldwide including Hanukkah, Christmas, Kwanzaa and Diwali.  The program for elementray aged children begins at 11 a.m. until noon at the library on Reitz Boulevard.  The drop in event  is free and open to the public. To register or to get information, go to unioncountylibraries.org.

SPORTS

NFL Monday Night Football
Green Bay Packers 34  Saints  0
NFL Christmas Day
Chiefs  vs Steelers  1pm Netflix
Ravens  vs Texans  4:30pm Netflix
NFL Thursday
Seahawks  vs Bears  8:15pm  PrimeVid
NFL Sunday
Jets vs Bills  1pm
Colts vs Giants 1pm
Dolphins vs Browns  4:05pm
Falcons  vs Commanders  8:20pm NBC/Peacock

NBA
Cavaliers  124      Jazz 113
Magic 108            Celtics  104
76ers  111            Spurs  106
Heat 110              Nets  95
Knicks  139          Raptors  125
Bucks  112                     Bulls  91
Thunder  123       Wizards  105
Pacers  111                    Warriors  105


NBA Christmas Day
San Antonio vs Knicks  12pm ABC
76ers  vs Celtics 5pm  ABC
Lakers  vs Warriors  8pm  ABC
Nuggets  vs Suns  10:30pm  ABC

NHL
Devils 5      Rangers  0
Bruins  4     Capitals  1
Penguins  7           Flyers  3
Sabres  7     Islanders  1
No NHL until Friday

NCAA Football Bowl Games
NYEve
VRBO Fiesta Bowl Penn State vs Boise State 7:30pm ESPN
NewYearsDay
Chik-Fil-A Peach Bowl Texas vs Arizona State  1pm ESPN
Rose Bowl  presented by Prudential Ohio State vs Oregon  5pm ESPN
Allstate Sugar Bowl Notre Dame vs Georgia  8:45pm ESPN

FATAL ACCIDENT AT LYCO-NORRY LINE

There was a fatal accident yesterday afternoon on Route 405 at the Lycoming-Northumberland County line.  According to the Sun Gazette, state police say the one car accident occurred about 2:45pm when the male driver from the Shamokin area, who was not wearing a seatbelt, veered off the road and went through a yard before going over an embankment and landing on the car’s roof.  After emergency responders arrived, they recovered the victim who had been partially ejected from the car and took him to the Forensic Center at UPMC Williamsport.  The Lycoming County Coroner, Charles E. Kiessling Jr, was on the scene and said they are seeking to notify family members of the victim before they release the man’s identity.  Montgomery, Clinton Township, Warrior Run Area and Muncy Area also responded to the crash scene.

TWO ARRESTED FOR ID THEFT IN SELINSGROVE

Two people from Allentown are accused of using a stolen credit card in Selinsgrove to purchase 5 thousand dollars worth of hot water heaters, copper wire and flooring from the local Lowe’s store in November.  According to the Daily Item, Luis Bueno and Berenice Lantigua were seen on surveillance video making purchases and then again a few days later at another Lowes in Carbon County where they were confronted by loss prevention officers.  Both are jailed and charged with theft by deception and identity theft.

STATE FUNDING FOR RAIL IMPROVEMENTS IN PA

PennDOT has announced 55 million dollars in funding for 30 rail freight improvement projects statewide.  According to a press release, rail projects in Northumberland and Schuylkill counties are receiving funds. North Shore Railroad will receive $1.8 million to rehabilitate its mainline, and Clark’s Feed Mills will get $2.5 million to expand railcar storage and construct unloading equipment.  In addition, over 600 thousand dollars are for rail projects in Schuylkill County.  The funds are set to enhance infrastructure, support local economies, and improve connections across Pennsylvania’s rail network.

BEAR HARVEST NUMBERS

The Pennsylvania Game Commission’s revealed their preliminary bear harvest information  on their data webpage this week.  Hunters in the Commonwealth took more than 2,600 black bears this fall.  The heaviest bear this year weighed 774 pounds and was harvested by Scott Price of Madison Township, Lackawanna County, while hunting in Monroe County. Bear totals per county include 161 in Tioga, 156 in Clinton, 148 in Lycoming, 131 in Bradford and 108 in Potter.

TEN YEAR OLD MISSING IN SUNBURY SAFELY FOUND

A 10-year-old boy who was reported missing has been found in Sunbury. The Daily Item reports the boy left his home on North 11th Street in Sunbury on Thursday night and police were searching for him early this morning. Emergency dispatchers say the boy has been located. Sunbury police were assisted by several police departments in that search.

FLORIDA TRUCK DRIVER DIES IN I-80 CRASH

A truck driver from Florida died in a crash on I-80 in Clinton County December 14^th.  According to North Central PA dot com, 54 year old Lloyd Petri was traveling west on the interstate when his truck struck the crash cushion of the guide rail at mile marker 192 in Greene Township.  About 30 years of the rail were destroyed by the truck as it continued along the interstate about 30 feet and came to a stop aftert overturning on the median.  Petri sustained fatal injuries in the crash and EMS crews who responded to the scene were rendered unnecessary.

TRIAL CONTINUED FOR MAN WHO STOLE DATA FROM GEISINGER

A man who was indicted for illegally accessing personal data of 1.28 million Geisinger patients last January had his trial continued by Chief U.S. District Judge Matthew Brann.  According to the News Item, Max Vance, also known as Andre J. Burk, also has arrest warrants and a restraining order issued against him in South Carolina, and police say he previously had possession of a ghost gun, numerous fake IDs and a machine to make them.  Geisinger said no insurance information, credit card or bank account numbers, or Social Security numbers were inappropriately accessed by Vance, however, the hospital system, along with another defendant, are being sued in a class action suit as a result of the breach of other forms of personal data.

FREE CONCEALED CARRY COURSE IN DANVILLE

There will be a firearms safety and concealed carry seminar next week in Danville hosted by the Montour County Sheriff’s Office.  According to the Daily Item, the event is open to the public, not just Montour County residents and is free to attend.  Topics discussed will include carrying, storage, proper holster choices and more.  The seminar will be held at 5:30pm December 27^th  in conference room B at the Montour County Administration Center on East  Front Street in Danville.
Free gun locks will also be provided to attendees courtesy of Project ChildSafe.

SPORTS

PIAA HS
Boys Wrestling
Hughesville  49              Benton  11
Lewisburg  34                Milton 24
Sullivan County  51       CMVT  16
Selinsgrove  57              Shamokin  17
Athens  38                               Wyalusing  30
NP Liberty  53               Wellsboro  14
Girls Wrestling
Sullivan County  18       CMVT  12


Girls  Basketball 
Montoursville  51                    Montgomery  49 
Central  Mountain  56  Bellwood Antis 53
Lewisburg 39                 Selinsgrove  32
Boys Basketball 
Northeast Bradford  50           NP Liberty  47
NP Mansfield 63                     Wellsboro  33

NFL Thursday Night Football
Chargers  34         Broncos 27
NFL Saturday
Texans  vs Chiefs  1pm NBC/Peacock
Steelers  vs Ravens  4:30pm FOX

NCAA Football Playoffs
Today
Indiana vs Notre Dame 8pm ABC
Saturday
SMU vs Penn State  12pm  TNT
Clemson  vs Texas  4pm  TNT
Tennessee vs Ohio State  8pm  ESPN

NBA
Wizards  123        Hornets  114
Bulls  117             Celtics  108
Nets  101              Raptors  94
Pacers  120           Suns  111
Knicks 133           Timberwolves  107
Lakers  113          Kings  100
NBA Tonight
Hornets  vs 76ers  7pm
Bucks  vs Cavaliers  7:30pm 
Thunder  vs Heat  8pm

NHL
Lightning  3          Blues  1
Blue Jackets  4     Devils  2
Kings  7                Flyers 3
Penguins  5           Predators 4
Oilers  3               Bruins  2

NHL Tonight
Maple Leafs vs Sabres  7pm Hulu
Hurricanes vs Capitals
Rangers  vs Stars  8pm

MAN ARRESTED AFTER THREATENING ROOMATES, POLICE

A Selinsgrove man was taken into custody after he threatened his female roommates with a gun and then also threatened and additionally refused to follow orders from state troopers who arrived in response of the disturbance.  According to North Central PA dot com, 68 year old John Dennison Walter Jr. struggled with police who arrived to the Penn Township Home about 7pm on December 7^th who were asking him to give up control of the firearm that he  held concealed in his hand.  State police say they gave Walter 52 verbal commands before they were able to remove the handgun from the man’s grip. No one was injured.  Walter was charged with a felony count of aggravated assault, misdemeanors of terroristic threats, and resisting arrest, his preliminary hearing was scheduled for today.  He is jailed in lieu of 50 thousand dollars bail.

THIEF OF CASH BACK LEFT BEHIND ARRESTED

A man from Milton who took cash from a self check out register accidentally left behind by a customer, has been charged with theft and receiving stolen property.  According to state police, 59 year old Robert M. Byrne Jr took the cash after the victim rang up her items at the Lewisburg Wal-mart and left the self-checkout kiosk without taking her money, police say during the investigation, Byrne was later observed on surveillance cameras taking the money and putting it in his pocket.  Police identified Byrne by his vehicle information and located him parked nearby.  Milton Troopers filed the charges against Byrne.

PUBLIC FEEDBACK NEEDED TO HELP SAVE HELLBENDER

The public is being asked to participate in a public comment about a proposal that the eastern hellbender, a unique salamander, be placed on the endangered species list.  According to the Sun Gazette, data collected by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service shows that a large portion of the eastern hellbender population is in decline and as an endangered subspecies, would be protected under federal mandates. Hellbenders are the largest of North America’s salamanders, growing up to 29 inches. They can live up to 30 years and spend their entire lives in water and are key indicators of stream and river health.  Go to regulations dot gov (and search docket number FWS-R3-ES-2024-0152) for instructions on how to submit comments.

MOUNT CARMEL CHRISTMAS EVENT SATURDAY

Businesses and area residents in the borough of Mount Carmel will “Light up Oak Street”, and celebrate the Christmas holiday Saturday 5 to 8pm.  According to the News Item, there will be music and entertainment, and attendees can shop at downtown businesses and also decorate holiday ornaments at the Mount Carmel Public Library until 7pm, and hang the completed ornaments on a large Christmas tree outside Tornado Tavern, along with other activities. Organizers say this is a chance to bring the entire community together.

REPEAT SHOPLIFTER ARRESTED AGAIN

A repeat shoplifter has been charged again, this time eluding loss prevention officers at the Williamsport Wegmans for a fourth time and escaping the store before city police arrived.  According to North Central PA dot com, Michelle Lynn Wettlaufer of Muncy was detained  after she attempted to leave the store by the side exit with unscanned items November 30th.  Officials say Wettlaufer allegedly admitted taking of items worth 37 dollars, but gave other false information before running from the office area where she was being questioned.  She remains at large and a warrant has been issued for her arrest. 

NON-CREDIBLE BOMB THREAT IN BELLFONTE

A Bellefonte office building in Centre County received a non-credible bomb threat last Tuesday and the facility was temporarily evacuated out of an abundance of caution.  According to the Lock Haven Express, police investigated at the Willowbank Building that evening after a threat came in via email.  They then cleared the scene and said there were no credible threats by 8:20pm.  The building houses the Centre County Elections Office, and police say the office and ballots were under constant supervision while the building was swept.

PRISON ESCAPEE IN CUSTODY AGAIN

A former Hagerstown, Maryland man was apprehended in November after being on the run from an escape from a Pennsylvania prison for a month.  According to North Central PA dot com, 35 year old Matthew Lee Miles had been held at the Capital Pavilion Residential Reentry Center in Dauphin County and escaped custody October 15^th.  Miles was found November 25^th and was indicted last week by a federal grand jury on escape charges.  For the escape, Miles could receive an additional five years of imprisonment, a term of supervised release following imprisonment, and a fine.

SNOWMOBILE CLASS FOR YOUTH IN JANUARY

An all-day safety course hosted by the Hyner Mountain Snowmobile Club will be held in Lock Haven coming up January 4^th.  According to North Central PA dot com, parents and children can attend the day of the event and sign in before the 8am class that is held at the Hyner Mountain Snowmobile Club lodge, which is located approximately 6 miles north of Haneyville, PA in Clinton County.  The class is free with lunch provided. IN the event of rideable snow, parents should bring snowmobiles and gear so that the DCNR-specified Optional Performance Test can be administered to the youth students.  Email  [email protected] to pre-register.

SPORTS

PIAA HS Sports

Girls Basketball
St J. Neumann  32         Norry Christian  19
Jersey Shore  67                   Bloomsburg  37
Hughesville  71                    Wyalusing  28
Canton  48     Meadowbrook Christian  25
Shamokin  54                        Warrior  Run  17

Boys Basketball
Crestwood  52                       Loyalsock  40
Warrior  Run  85                  So Williamsport  44
Sullivan County  38          Meadowbrook Christian  32
Boys Wrestling 
Montoursville  40                Shikellamy  21
Shamokin  48                        Loyalsock  24

NFL Monday Night Football
Vikings  30           Bears  12
Falcons  15           Raiders  9
NFL Thursday Night Football
Broncos vs Chargers  8:15pm PrimeVid
NFL Saturday
Texans  vs Chiefs  1pm NBC/Peacock
Steelers  vs Ravens  4:30pm FOX

NBA
76ers  121            Hornets  108
Pistons  125         Heat  124
Bulls  122             Raptors  121
Cavaliers  130      Nets  101
Nuggets  130        Kings  129
Clippers  144       Jazz 107

NBA Tonight
Bucks  vs  Thunder  8:30pm  ABC

NHL
Stars  3       Capitals  1
Panthers  6           Oilers  5
Canucks  3           Avalanche 1

NHL Tonight
Sabres  vs Canadiens  7pm ESPN+
Kings  vs Penguins  7pm  ESPN+
Islanders  vs Hurricanes  7:30pm  Hulu/ESPN+
Devils  vs Blues  8pm ESPN+
Rangers  vs Predators  8pm ESPN+
Capitals  vs Blackhawks 8:30pm ESPN+

TEEN CHARGED AS AN ADULT IN FATAL ACCIDENT CASE

A 17 year old from Reading, PA will be tried as an adult for the accident in Upper Fairfield Township that killed a 65-year old woman and injured her husband a few miles from their Montoursville home last July.  According to the Sun Gazette, police say Stephen Andrew Yuhasz was driving a 2011 Jeep Grand-Cherokee with a passenger, southbound along Route 87 and attempted to pass another southbound vehicle. He entered the northbound lane, causing the collision with Mark and Kathleen McFadden in a 2014 Chevrolet Cruze.  Police say Kathleen was killed instantly; Mark was transported to UPMC Williamsport with serious injuries. Yuhasz faces a host of charges including 3^rd degree murder, aggravated assault by vehicle, speeding and more.  He is free on a 25 thousand dollar bond and has a preliminary hearing January 13^th.

TRAFFIC STOP LEADS TO METH ARREST

Two people were found to have a large amount of methamphetamine after police searched their vehicle following a traffic stop in Shamokin.  According to North Central PA dot com, 54 year old Ricardo Pasarell of Mount Carmel was pulled over November 3^rd for an expired temporary registration with passenger, 24 year old Gabrielle Eby of Coal Township, and police noticed the smell of marijuana.  Officers towed the car after questioning both occupants and discovered Pasarell and Eby to both have drugs on their person and after a search warrant was issued, found 53 grams of meth under the seat.  Both face drug charges in Northumberland county court and have separate preliminary hearings.

FCFP GIVES GRANT TO UNION COUNTY NON-PROFIT

The Giving Closet in Union County received a grant from the First Community Foundation Partnership of Pennsylvania’s Greater Susquehanna Valley Competitive Grant Program that will be used to purchase clothing for children in need.  According to the Daily Item, the non-profit is located at 18 Market St., Lewisburg and will utilize the 5 thousand dollar gift to ensure that the children they serve have access to warm, comfortable, and properly fitting clothing, shoes, and boots.  Recipients of the clothing are families who are enrolled in the Union County Supplemental Food Program.

CHORAL CONCERT IN SUNBURY

The annual Candlelight Concert by the Susquehanna Valley Chorale is Saturday and Sunday at the Zion Lutheran Church on South 5th Street in Sunbury, with a program to focus on love and the idea of human connection.  According to the Daily Item, the presentation will feature the world premiere of a new composition, “So Many Hopes,” by the group’s conductor and music director William Payn. Tickets are $25 for adults, $10 for students and children 12 and younger are free. Go to svcmusic.org for tickets and information.

INFANT INJURED IN DOMESTIC FIGHT

A nine month old child sustained minor injuries during a fight between her parents in Williamsport, and they are both now facing child endangerment charges.  According to North Central PA dot com, police say 22 year old Joyce Ganaway and 24 year old Iyonna Eddins, got into a fight over a phone call while Ganaway held the baby in her left arm.  Eddins fled the scene before the injury was discovered on the child.  Police were then called to the 600 block of Third Avenue by a neighbor who heard the disturbance. The couple is free after both posting 25 thousand dollar bail with a preliminary hearing December 12th. 

THIRD SHOPLIFTING CHARGE FOR MONTOURSVILLE WOMAN

It’s a three-peat for a Montoursville woman who was caught shoplifting from the self-checkout line October 9^th from the Walmart in Montoursville.  According to Montoursville Borough Police, Phyllis Marie Wettlaufer of Muncy Valley already has a second case for retail theft open in Lycoming County, but was arrested a third time at Wal-mart after store officials discovered the theft of items worth about 9 dollars.  Wettlaufer is free on $5,000 unsecured bail and has a preliminary hearing December 23^rd.

EITC GRANT FOR THE CAC

The community Arts Center in downtown Williamsport, an historic venue and the largest cultural facility in northcentral Pennsylvania, has announced a donation from Journey Bank, through the Education Improvement Tax Credit program or EITC.  According to a press release, funding for the educational programs is derived from various sources, including individual donations, corporate sponsorships, and grants.  Jeff Arnold, Senior Executive Vice President of Journey Bank said the Community Arts Center aligns with their mission to support youth development, and advocate for the importance of music and the arts in our schools and communities. The Community Arts Center is owned and operated by Pennsylvania College of Technology.

PSU FOOTBALL ON THE BIG SCREEN AT THE DISTRICT

The District Cinema in Muncy will show the college football playoff between Penn State and SMU on the movie theater screen Saturday afternoon, December 21^st.  According to North Central pa dot com, in a partnership with TNT Sports and Theater Sports Network the game will be shown locally as an immersive experience for 15 dollars per ticket.  Reserve your spot and purchase tickets online at thedistrict.dipsontheatres.com.  ESPN extended its theatrical distribution agreement with Theater Sports Network to televise some college football playoff games in certain venues, including the College Football Playoff National Championship.

SPORTS

PIAA HS Sports

Boys Basketball
Central Columbia  54          Hughesville  33
Lewisburg  65                       Selinsgrove  39
Wellsboro  45                       Sayre  36
Girls Basketball
Loyalsock  45                       Cntrl Columbia 27
Muncy  51                             Millersburg  23
Milton 63                               Warrior Run   11

Boys Wrestling
Montoursville  36                Sthrn Columbia  19
Jersey Shore  48                   Williamsport  26
Bloomsburg 46                     Danville  12
Benton  46                             Cntrl Columbia 15
Girls Wrestling
Jersey Shore  30                   Sugar Valley  12
Central Columbia  24          Benton  16
Shikellamy  39                      Central Mtn  18

NFL Thursday Night Football
Rams  12              49ers 6
NCAA Football Saturday
Army vs Navy  3pm CBS

NFL Sunday
Chiefs  vs Browns  1pm
Ravens vs Giants  1pm CBS
Jets vs Jaguars  1pm
Bills vs Lions  4:25pm CBS
Steelers  vs Eagles  4:25pm FOX
Packers vs Seahawks  8:20pm  NBC

NBA
Celtics  123          Pistons  99
Heat  114             Raptors  104
Kings  111                     Pelicans  109
NBA Tonight
Wizards vs Cavaliers  7pm
Pacers vs 76ers  7pm
Nets vs Grizzlies  8pm
Suns vs Jazz  9:30pm

NHL
Penguins  9           Canadiens  2
Devils  3               Kings 1
Flyers  4               Red Wings  1
Islanders  5                    Blackhawks 4
Gldn Knights  3    Jets  2  /OT
NHL Tonight
Senators  vs Hurricanes  7pm NHLNet

THREE INJURED IN OLD LYCO TOWNSHIP ACCIDENT

Police plan to reconstruct a fiery accident that happened early Tuesday morning that seriously injured three young men in the 2300 block of Mill Lane in Old Lycoming Township.  According to the Sun Gazette, police say 21 year olds Lawson Stavros, Caden Wilson and a 17 year old male were traveling east on Bottle Run Road in a stolen truck at about 2:15am and went off the road striking trees and going airborne – landing upside down near a residence at 2395 Mill Lane.  Old Lycoming Township first responders were on the scene quickly, extinguishing a fire in the vehicle and extricating the three men from the wreckage within 10 minutes.  Two victims were transferred to the trauma center at Geisinger Medical Center in Danville after being transported to UPMC Williamsport.  Police have not said which victim was driving the truck at the time of the crash.

NEW CHARGES FILED AGAINST WILLIAMSPORT MAN

Charges that were previously withdrawn in November during a preliminary hearing, which included indecent assault of a child, were refiled against a Williamsport man December 2^nd.  According to North Central PA dot com, 19 year old Bryce Alan Faivre was accused of touching a minor child who came forward to adults last May about the abuse.  Faivre at first denied he had been alone with the girl, but eventually admitted there were times when she was with him without other supervision.

NEW ONLINE PLATFORM IN SHAMOKIN

A centralized website platform has been introduced in Shamokin that will offer Shamokin area businesses and organizations an easy way to streamline their digital opportunities and connect with the community.  According to the News Item, Go Shamokin dot com is also for residents who can explore upcoming events, access a local directory, stay updated with news and announcements, and subscribe to a newsletter.  Downtown Manager Justin Bainbridge said the new site, sponsored by SABER, is an improvement from the old site, creating a centralized platform where everything is easily accessible and where other social media profiles are linked. 

RESCHEDULED FIREWORKS TOMORROW IN DANVILLE

The postponed fireworks in honor of Veteran’s Day will happen in Danville on Thursday.  According to media outlets, the fireworks were scheduled for the beginning of November, but were delayed because of the dry conditions and a county wide burn ban.  The fireworks are now scheduled for 7:15pm tomorrow on the campus of Danville State Hospital.  The celebration is set to honor the men and women who served in US Armed Services, as well as individuals who are veterans living at Danville State Hospital facility.

ACCUSED MURDERER DENIED BAIL MODIFICATION

A Lycoming County judge this week denied bail for a man accused of killing his wife and staging it like a suicide in their Trenton Avenue home.  According to North Central PA dot com, 31-year-old Dane Christofor Kay asked for a bail modification so he could be released to intensive supervision in Clearfield County.  Kay’s attorney laid out a plan in which Kay would be employed, live with his mother, wear an ankle monitor and check in with Lycoming County Adult Probation daily. Judge Ryan Tira rejected the request.  Kay is remains in custody on $250,000 monetary bail at the Lycoming County Prison.

ELDERLY MAN ROBBED OF LARGE SUM OF MONEY

An elderly man from Jersey Shore was robbed of cash and personal documents November 29^th.  According to State Police, they are investigating the incident after the victim called them to report the burglary.  The 85 year old man said 150 thousand dollars was taken by one or more suspects who broke in through his front door.  If you have information about the Mifflin Township incident from the day after Thanksgiving, call Montoursville state police.

CHESAPEAKE WATERSHED COUNTIES GET GRANTS

Counties in the Chesapeake Bay watershed will receive a total of $2.6 million to support pollution reduction efforts in our region thanks to DEP funding efforts.  DEP Countywide Action Plan Implementation Grants go to Montour, Snyder, Union, Lycoming Clinton and Northumberland Counties, and will each receive funding for tree plantings, livestock crossings, and rain gardens, that can significantly reduce nitrogen, phosphorus, and sediment runoff.  Lycoming County was awarded $490,000 for local efforts.

NEW ELK PHOTO PUZZLE AVAILABLE IN CLINTON COUNTY

The Clinton County Visitor’s Bureau have delivered their third installment of the series of puzzles created from local photographs of foliage and wildlife of the area.  According to the Lock Haven Express, the latest puzzle; “Majestic Elk of Clinton County, PA” can be purchased at the Clinton County Economic Partnership Building, 212 N. Jay St., Lock Haven or ordered online.  The Kettle Creek elk photo was taken by Chris Calhoun and selected through the bureau’s annual photo contest.  The office is open to customers Monday through Friday, from 9am to 4:30pm. (https://majesticeelkofclintoncountypa.cheddarup.com)

SPORTS

PIAA HS Sports
Boys Basketball
Shamokin  71                Williamsport 57
Girls Basketball
Holy Redeemer  68        Williamsport  28
St John Neumann  50    Montgomery  20
South Wmspt  37           Norry Christian  20
Montoursville  55           Shikellamy  35
Jersey Shore  54            Mifflinburg  19
NP Mansfield  66           NP Liberty  49

NBA
Bucks  114            Magic  109
Thunder  118       Mavericks 104
NBA Tonight
Hawks  vs Knicks  7pm ESPN
Warriors  vs Rockets  9:30pm TNT

NHL
Maple Leafs 2      Devils  1
Avalanche  6        Penguins  2
Hurricanes 3         Sharks  2
Flyers  5               Blue Jackets  3
Kings  3                Islanders  1
Jets  8                   Bruins  1
NHL Tonight
Rangers  vs Sabres  7pm TNT/Max
Ducks  vs Senators  7:30pm  ESPN+

MLB News
* Two-time All-Star Max Fried and the New York Yankees agreed to an eight-year, $218 million contract, Tuesday, the largest guarantee for a left-handed pitcher.

* The deal, which is pending a physical, is the 12th contract of at least $100 million the Yankees have given out in franchise history, breaking a tie with the Los Angeles Dodgers for the most by any team.

* Thirty year old Fried, grew to be one of the best pitchers in the National League over seven years with the Braves, as a two-time All-Star with a 2.81 ERA over the past five seasons in Atlanta — tops in the majors, just ahead of Corbin Burnes (2.88) among MLB starting pitchers over that span.