HUGHESVILLE MAN THREATENS EX-GIRLFRIEND WITH GUN
A man from Hughesville threatened a woman with a gun after he broke into her home early yesterday. According to North Central PA dot com, 26 year old Dyllyn Dakota Laird allegedly broke into the home on the 700 block of Hall Street around 2am November 7th by climbing in a window. Police say he showed a handgun while threatening his ex-girlfriend who had previously filed a PFA against Laird. He is being charged with burglary, criminal trespassing, simple assault, reckless endangerment, and terroristic threats. He is in Lycoming County Prion under 100 thousand dollars bail.
KULPMONT ROBBERY HAS POLICE SEARCHING FOR SUSPECT
After an alleged robbery at a Kulpmont convenience store, police are searching for suspects. According to the New Item, scanner reports around 8pm Wednesday said that after the theft at Sunoco at Chestnut and Sixth streets was reported, police were seen in a brief pursuit of a vehicle in the area. Later witnesses say police and a K9 unit was at a residence in the 600 block of Spruce Street, but no word on if a suspect has been taken into custody.
MCCORMICK FLIPS US SENATE SEAT FOR REPUBLICANS
The pivotal US Senate seat previously held by Senator Bob Casey has been flipped and David McCormick former CEO of the world’s largest hedge fund won in a delayed call of the seat. According to the Associated Press, McCormick’s victory d bolsters the Republicans’ majority in the Senate, which they won from Democratic control this week. By about 3:40 a.m. ET on Friday, McCormick was ahead by more than 34,000 votes with 98 percent of votes counted. McCormick has 49 percent of the vote, while Casey has 48.5 percent. Previously Senator Casey had won six statewide general elections going back to 1996, and did not concede Thursday.
TRAIN RIDES FOR VETERANS IN LEWISBURG SATURDAY
The public is invited to ride North Shore Railroad’s two newly dedicated military units this Saturday in Lewisburg. According to officials from the rail company, everyone is invited to honor and support veterans during a line-up of trips for the Inaugural Veterans Benefit Voyage beginning at Huffnagle park. Rides last about an hour and you can sign up for several times and get tickets at NSHR.com. Proceeds benefit Expedition Orange which raises awareness for Vietnam veterans impacted by Agent Orange and Lycoming County Hometown Heroes, providing financial assistance to veterans and their families during times of need.
TROY MAN ARRESTED AT DANDY MINI MART
A man from Troy with a suspended license wanted in a criminal trespassing incident October 28th was apprehended inside a Wysox mini mart and arrested for drug charges after his vehicle was searched. According to Towanda State police, 45 year old Dereck Chad Baldwin was wanted by police for the previous incident and the suspected vehicle was seen at the Dandy Mini Mart in the 23000 block of State Route 6. Troopers arrested Baldwin and searched his 2009 blue Chevrolet Cobalt mwhere they found methamphetamine, heroin and drug paraphernalia. No bail was listed for Balwin who has a preliminary hearing next month.
WOMAN STOPPED FOR ILLEGAL WINDOW TINT ARREST FOR DRUGS
A 30 year old woman from Delaware County was stopped for illegal window tint at the 800 block of Sheridan Street in Williamsport and is facing drug charges after a search of her car. According to the Sun Gazette, Williamsport City police pulled Alyssa Leslie of Darby over around midnight on October 12th and upon noticing a marijuana vape pen, requested consent to search the car; which was granted. Police found in the 2008 Cadillac Escalade, 21 grams of marijuana and a loaded handgun which had an expired permit. Leslie was charged with felony carrying a firearm without a license, possession of drugs and other summary offenses. She was taken into custody but waived her preliminary hearing and posted 10 thousand dollars bail.
WALKING TO RAISE MONEY FOR MILITARY SHARE
Today is the last day of a three-day walk and fundraising effort sponsored by the Central Pennsylvania Food Bank to support veterans, military members, and their families, plus raise awareness about hunger in the region. According to North Cetnral AP dot com, the goal is 25 thousand dollars to support MilitaryShare, a Fresh Express program of the food bank, providing nutritious food to veterans and active-duty military personnel. Participants are walking 30 miles across Snyder, Northumberland, Union, Montour, Columbia, and Lycoming Counties while pushing a shopping cart. There is a wrap-up event at VFW Post #7863 on Shaffer St., Williamsport from 3 til 7pm today. You can make a donation at centralpafoodbank.org.
DENTAL CARE FOR VETS
Veterans can call a Watsontown dentist this morning to make an appointment for free needed dental care. According to Carl Jenkins Dentistry, they are donating their time to provide the free cleanings and fillings to give back to the veterans who served us. They will begin taking calls for appointments beginning at 7am at 538-5005. Those interested in finding out more can reach out on social media, sending a personal message to Carl Jenkins Dentistry on Facebook on Main Street in Watsontown or call 538-5005.
SPORTS
PIAA District 4 Playoffs
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6:30pm pre-game/7pm kickoff
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Double A Semi Finals
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Class A Championship
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