MORE EFFORTS TO DELAY SKILL GAME CHANGES
The clock is ticking for Pennsylvania businesses operating skill game machines. Lawmakers and a business group are asking the state Supreme Court to delay enforcement, currently set to begin October 14th. State police have outlined plans for officers to test machines by inserting money, playing and attempting to cash out winnings. Machines found operating illegally could be seized, along with payout kiosks. There are 112 locations with skill games in Lycoming County alone. The Supreme Court has yet to rule on the requests for more time
METH TRAFFICKING CHARGES
Two Northumberland County residents have been indicted on federal methamphetamine trafficking charges. Twenty-eight-year-old Joshua Dinklocker of Coal Township faces charges of distributing methamphetamine and possessing more than 50 grams with intent to distribute. Twenty-seven-year-old Hailey Marie Monterosso of Kulpmont is charged with possessing more than 50 grams of methamphetamine with intent to distribute. According to federal prosecutors, the most serious charge against each defendant carries a maximum sentence of 40 years in prison. Both cases remain subject to court proceedings.
UNSOLVED HOMICIDE FROM 1969
Pennsylvania State Police are revisiting a 57-year-old unsolved homicide in Northumberland County. The victim’s body was found in Point Township on October 27th, 1969. Investigators recently exhumed the remains for further analysis. The victim was believed to be a middle-aged Black man, about five-foot-ten, with a muscular build. His identity remains unknown. Anyone with information is asked to contact Trooper Brian Watkins at the Montoursville barracks, at 570-368-5700.
SUCCESSFULL SOCK WALK
Students at Schick Elementary School in Loyalsock Township have plenty to celebrate after their 18th annual Sock Walk brought in nearly 62-thousand dollars! That’s almost 17-thousand dollars more than their fundraising goal. The September 25th event brought together students, families and staff, with music from the Loyalsock Township High School Marching Band and support from senior student-athletes. The money will help fund field trips, playground equipment, library books and other enrichment programs for Schick Elementary students.
TRAGIC FAMILY EVENT
New details are emerging about the July death of an off-duty police officer during a family gathering in Lycoming County. Police say 44-year-old Michael McGeehan was allegedly strangled by a relative, 25-year-old Paden Frey of Cogan Station, at a hunting cabin near Waterville. Investigators say McGeehan was intoxicated, and family members were trying to restrain him when Frey allegedly pressed his forearm against McGeehan’s neck. An autopsy ruled the death a homicide. Frey remains jailed without bail on third-degree murder and related charges.
FELONY CHARGES FOR TWO FROM LOCK HAVEN
State police have charged two Lock Haven residents with allegedly selling drugs to undercover officers. Forty-six-year-old Brian Michael Newman faces two felony counts of delivery of a controlled substance. Forty-seven-year-old Dawn Marie Raudabaugh faces four felony delivery charges, along with two counts of criminal use of a communication facility. State police say the alleged sales occurred in April during an undercover investigation. Both Newman and Raudabaugh waived their preliminary hearings and are scheduled for formal arraignment.
ANIMAL ABUSE REGISTRY UNDER CONSIDERATION
Pennsylvania could soon have a statewide animal abuser registry, similar to the sex offender registry under Megan’s Law. The state Senate has approved Aimee’s Law, requiring State Police to maintain a public database of people convicted of serious animal cruelty offenses. The bill is named for a six-month-old husky found abandoned beneath an Erie bridge in freezing temperatures. The puppy suffered severe frostbite and later died. Supporters say the registry would help prevent convicted abusers from obtaining more animals. The bill now heads to the state House
YOUTH RAISES MONEY FOR LOCAL FIRE COMPANY
A 10-year-old Sullivan County boy is making a big difference for his hometown fire company. Abbott Lutz of Dushore has raised nearly 4-thousand dollars for Dushore Fire-Rescue by designing and selling handmade keychains and earrings, and promoting fire company T-shirts. Known around the station as “Captain Abbott,” he was honored Saturday with an official citation from the Pennsylvania House of Representatives. The recognition came during a live-fire training exercise. Firefighters say Abbott proves you’re never too young to make a difference.
SLOWED TRAFFIC ON SUNBURY BRIDGE TODAY
The City of Sunbury is honoring our veterans by making sure the flags flying along the Veterans Memorial Bridge are in good condition. Crews will replace damaged flags along the bridge connecting Routes 61 and 147 today, between 11 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. PennDOT will help with traffic control, and drivers can expect right-lane restrictions in both directions. Motorists are asked to slow down and use caution as crews work to keep this tribute to our veterans looking its best.
FORMER PRISON EMPLOYEE FACING CHARGES
A former Lycoming County Prison employee is facing charges after allegedly sexually harassing female inmates at the county’s pre-release center. Forty-seven-year-old Robert David Harvey of Montgomery is charged with felony institutional sexual assault and a misdemeanor offense. Investigators say Harvey repeatedly made inappropriate sexual comments to two women and allegedly kissed one without her consent. He’s also accused of using his position to intimidate the inmates. Harvey was suspended when the investigation began in May and later resigned. He was released on 15-thousand-dollars bail.
SPORTS
HS Football last night:
Wellsboro 16 Towanda 7
Friday Backyard Broadcasting Game of the Week:
Shamokin @ Williamsport
MLB
Guardians 9 White Sox 5 forcing game 5 in ALDS
they’ll play Saturday 8p TBS/truTV
NHL
Senators 2 Flyers 1
tonight Penguins @ Blue Jackets 7p on ESPN+
NFL Thursday Night Football
Buccaneers 24 Cowboys 16
NFL Sunday
Eagles vs Jaguars 9:30am (London)
Colts vs Steelers 1pm CBS
NASCAR
Bank of America 400 from Charlotte Motor Speedway
coverage at 2pm Sunday on the Twin Valley’s Talk network
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