SHAPIRO WINS SECOND TERM AS PENNSYLVANIA GOVERNOR
Democratic Governor Josh Shapiro has won a second term in Pennsylvania, easily defeating Republican state Treasurer Stacy Garrity in Tuesday’s election. The Associated Press called the race just one minute after polls closed at eight. Garrity, who was endorsed by President Donald Trump, trailed Shapiro by a wide margin. Shapiro, considered a possible 2028 presidential contender, also campaigned heavily for fellow Democrats, hoping to expand their influence in the state legislature and Congress.
TWO WILLIAMSPORT MEN CHARGED IN MASERATI ARSON CASE
Two Williamsport men face arson and insurance fraud charges after allegedly setting fire to a Maserati in Lewis Township. State police say 53-year-old Anthony James and 58-year-old Linton Hooper are accused of deliberately burning the vehicle near Four Mile Road and Route 15 in May of 2025. Investigators say cellphone records contradicted the men’s accounts, while a witness claimed they used gasoline to ignite the vehicle. James later filed an insurance claim for the loss. Both men face multiple charges.
MURDER TRIAL SET TO BEGIN FOR MONTOURSVILLE BUSINESSMAN
Jury selection took place this week in the murder trial of a Montoursville man accused of fatally shooting his brother-in-law at a business in Old Lycoming Township. According to NorthcentralPA.com, 68-year-old Kenneth Michaels, former CEO of Cable Services, is charged in the August 2023 death of 69-year-old John Roskowski. Michaels admits firing the shot but claims self-defense. Prosecutors argue the shooting was intentional. The trial is expected to begin today in Lycoming County Court.
LOCAL FIRE DEPARTMENTS RECEIVE NEW RURAL FIREFIGHTING EQUIPMENT
Fire departments across Lycoming and Sullivan counties are receiving standardized equipment designed to improve firefighting in rural areas without hydrants. The West Branch Firemen’s Association distributed the equipment during an October 31st event in Montoursville. The new adapters and water supply connections will allow departments to work together more efficiently when transporting water to fire scenes. Officials say the improvements will reduce delays, speed up tanker operations and help maintain a steady water supply during emergencies.
HAMM, FLICK, THOMPSON AND BOROWICZ WIN REELECTION
Republicans have secured several key seats across North Central Pennsylvania. State Representatives Joe Hamm and Jamie Flick both won reelection unopposed Tuesday in Lycoming County’s 84th and 83rd districts. Meanwhile, Republican Congressman G.T. Thompson defeated Democrat Ray Bilger in Pennsylvania’s 15th Congressional District, securing his tenth term in Washington. In Clinton County, Republican State Representative Stephanie Borowicz defeated Democratic challenger Sara Eggler in the 76th District, capturing about 60 percent of the vote in unofficial returns.
BRADFORD COUNTY DRIVER SERIOUSLY INJURED IN DEER-RELATED CRASH
A Bradford County man suffered serious injuries after hitting a deer and colliding with a tractor-trailer on Route 414. State police say 31-year-old Matthew Barrett of Canton struck the deer October 21st, sending his Jeep briefly airborne before it veered into an oncoming Peterbilt truck. The Jeep overturned, ejecting Barrett, who police say was not wearing a seat belt. He was transported to Troy Community Hospital. The truck driver, 64-year-old James Buskirk of Rome, suffered minor injuries.
LYCOMING COUNTY DISTRICT ATTORNEY TOM MARINO EXPECTED TO RESIGN
Lycoming County District Attorney Tom Marino is expected to resign this week, ending his second stint in office. The 74-year-old former congressman and U.S. attorney previously served as district attorney from 1992 to 2002. His latest term has been marked by controversy, including residency questions and criticism over comments about Black residents and defendants. First Assistant District Attorney Martin Wade is expected to take over for the remainder of Marino’s term, with Phoebe Yates becoming first assistant.
MIFFLINBURG AREA HOMEOWNERS CAN APPLY FOR FREE HOME REPAIRS
Homeowners in the Mifflinburg area can now apply for assistance with home repairs through the BuggyTown Mission Work Camp. According to the Daily Item, Buffalo Valley Lutheran Parish is accepting applications from homeowners within a 30-to-40-minute drive of Mifflinburg. The work camp is scheduled for July 2027, but organizers encourage residents to apply now to allow time for planning and gathering materials. For more information or to apply, call 570-966-0266.
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