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Shikellamy Board Moves Forward With Teacher...

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2025/09/12

SUNBURY — The Daily Item is reporting… Shikellamy School Board advanced disciplinary charges Thursday against two teachers, potentially leading to public hearings. The newspaper reports…Band director Tyler Kerstetter faces 26 allegations, including claims of grooming a student, though the alleged victim denied any wrongdoing publicly. The former student and her mother told directors the accusations were false and said the teen was never interviewed by authorities. Daily Item reports… Teacher Angie

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Several Students Injured In Southern Columbia Bus Crash

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2025/09/12

FRANKLIN TOWNSHIP — Several Southern Columbia students were injured when their school bus rolled onto its side Thursday afternoon. The crash happened just after 3pm on Route 487 near Ashton Hollow Road, about a half mile east of the school. The bus, carrying 32 students, tipped onto its driver’s side and blocked both lanes of travel. Emergency crews treated minors at the scene, and nine students were taken to local hospitals while others were released to parents. The driver, 35-year-old Gary Hughes

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Roadwork Planned Next Week on Route 15 in East...

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2025/09/12

Montoursville, PA – Motorists are advised that a roadwork project is planned next week on Route 15 southbound in East Buffalo Township, Union County. Starting on Monday, September 15, 2025, the contractor, Mainline Excavating, will begin construction work on a deacceleration right turn lane on Route 15 southbound just south of North Armory Drive. Motorists can expect the right (driving) lane to be restricted between the hours of 9:00 AM and 3:00 PM, where work is being performed. Work

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Intersection Improvement Project Continues along the...

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2025/09/12

Montoursville, PA – Motorists are advised that a multi-year intersection improvement project continues along the Route 54 corridor near the Route 642 west (Liberty Valley Road) and Route 642 east (Jerseytown Road) intersection in Valley and Mahoning townships, Montour County. The Week of Monday, September 15, 2025 The contractor will begin work in the area where eastbound Route 54 and Liberty Valley Road meet. Work will be performed during daylight hours, Monday through Friday. Traffic

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Community To Hear Shamokin Creek Restoration Results

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2025/09/10

RANSHAW — A free community presentation next week will share results from a two-year watershed assessment of the Upper Shamokin Creek. Representatives from Tetra Tech will outline findings and discuss future treatment options and restoration projects aimed at reviving the waterway for future generations. The session will be held Wednesday, September 17, at 6pm at the Brady Fire Company Social Hall in Ranshaw. Food and refreshments will be provided. Registration is required through an online link

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Woman Dies After Crash On Routes 11/15 In Liverpool

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2025/09/10

LIVERPOOL — PennLive is reporting… State police say an 89-year-old woman died after a crash late Sunday morning on Routes 11/15 in Perry County. Troopers report Helen Dressler of Snyder County pulled from a Sunoco gas station into the path of a southbound car around 11:47am. Her vehicle was struck and she was airlifted to Hershey Medical Center, where the Dauphin County Coroner says she died from multiple traumatic injuries. Her death was ruled accidental. Police say the other driver was taken to

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McCormick Center Dedicated As Hub For Hands-On Learning

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2025/09/10

BLOOMSBURG — Commonwealth University-Bloomsburg, as celebrated the dedication of its newly re-imagined McCormick Center, which leaders say will better prepare students for the workforce. The university says the renovation includes advanced nursing simulation labs, modern media and journalism spaces, early childhood education resources, and a pre-law preparation center. Interim President Dr. Jeffery Osgood called the project an investment in shaping future leaders. Student trustee Jessica Dodge said

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Man Wanted By US Marshals Captured Locally

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2025/09/10

DANVILLE — State police say a man being sought by US Marshals was captured early Tuesday in Montour County. Troopers were called around 6:20am to Sheraton Road in Valley Township to assist marshals trying to arrest Jarrett Castelonia on a felony warrant. Investigators say Castelonia refused to comply and tried to flee the area in a pickup truck, but he was eventually taken into custody. State police aren’t releasing further details at this time. Charges have been filed through Magisterial District

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Police End Pursuit After Car Flees In Milton

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2025/09/10

MILTON — State police say a driver fled a traffic stop Tuesday morning in Northumberland County. Troopers attempted to pull over a white car with fraudulent New Jersey registration around 10am on Route 254 as it entered Milton. The driver refused to stop, continuing north on Route 405, before the pursuit was terminated. Police say the car and its operator escaped arrest. Anyone with information is asked to contact state police. The investigation remains ongoing, according to the Pennsylvania State

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Man Found Dead In Remote Area Of Shamokin

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2025/09/10

SHAMOKIN — The News Item is reporting… Police and the Northumberland County Coroner’s Office are investigating after a man’s body was found Tuesday morning in Shamokin. The body was found in a wooded area south of Patsy’s Bridge. The newspaper reports… Chief Raymond Siko II says officers were called for a welfare check around 9:27am after a woman discovered the body. Coroner Jim Kelley says the man has been identified, but his name is being withheld until family is notified. The News Item says the

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Man Hits Cow Head-On in White Deer Township

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2025/09/10

The Daily Item reports a New Columbia man escaped injury after hitting a cow on Ridge Road in White Deer Township on Monday. 37-year-old Logan Beers of New Columbia was traveling east when a cow entered the roadway and Beers struck the animal head-on. The accident happened on Ridge Road near the intersection with New Columbia Road. The post Man Hits Cow Head-On in White Deer Township first appeared on Newsradio 1070 WKOK.

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Chef Boyardee Statue Returning Home To Milton

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2025/09/09

MILTON — The Chef Boyardee statue is coming home. Hometown Food Company will unveil the original statue Saturday morning during Milton’s annual Harvest Festival. The event is set for 10am at the corner of Arch and Mahoning streets. Chef Hector Boiardi founded his pasta company in Milton in 1938, and the plant later supplied food to US troops during World War II. The statue donation is meant as a tribute to the town’s history, with festival crowds, giveaways, and local leaders expected to join in the

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PA Budget Impasse ‘Killing’ Schools, Counties,...

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2025/09/09

HARRISBURG — Pennsylvania’s budget impasse has stretched into September, and agencies, nonprofits and many others are expressing frustration. Lawmakers are slowly returning to the state capital and will resume negotiations. Rallies are now happening almost daily, with home health care workers demanding a budget that guarantees at least $15 an hour. One Philadelphia client with dementia pleaded, “No budget means no everything.” Schools, counties, and nonprofits are already cutting staff or borrowing

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Knoebels’ Phoenix Again Named World’s Best Coaster

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2025/09/09

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Knoebels Amusement Resort’s Phoenix roller coaster has once again been named the world’s best wooden coaster. The park received the honor at this year’s Golden Ticket Awards, marking the seventh straight win for Phoenix and more than 25 years in the top ten. Knoebels’ food also earned the title of “Legend” after 22 wins in 25 years, recognizing favorites like chicken and waffles, pierogies, and Tiger Tails. Knoebels also placed fourth for Best Guest Experience, and two other wooden

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Susquehanna University To Test Emergency Alert System

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2025/09/09

SELINSGROVE — Susquehanna University says they’ll test their Emergency Notification System Wednesday afternoon. The test is scheduled for 2:55pm and is part of routine efforts to ensure the system works effectively. They say they want to be better prepared in case of a real emergency. University officials say regular testing is important to maintain the safety of students and employees. The post Susquehanna University To Test Emergency Alert System first appeared on Newsradio 1070 WKOK.

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Geisinger Hosting Super Saturday Drive-Thru Flu Shots

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2025/09/09

DANVILLE — Geisinger says they are making it easy to get flu shots with its Super Saturday drive-thru clinics. The first event is this Saturday from 9am to 1pm at participating locations, with vaccines available for anyone age 3 and older. Children as young as 6 months can be vaccinated at Geisinger pediatrics offices. Additional Super Saturday events are scheduled for October 4 and October 18. Health officials say the flu shot helps prevent serious illness and protects those at highest risk,

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Two Arrested In Theft At White Deer Township

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2025/09/09

WHITE DEER TOWNSHIP — Two men are facing charges after state police say they stole two tractors from a property in White Deer Township, Union County. Investigators say 28-year-old Chevie Sullivan-Mingle and 44-year-old Josiah Musselman have both been charged. Police say the pair are from Washingtonville and the incident happened earlier this summer. The victims are from Williamsport and Hughesville. Troopers say charges have been filed, and the investigation continues. The post Two Arrested In Theft

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Lewisburg Man Charged After Kelly Township Theft

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2025/09/09

KELLY TOWNSHIP — A Lewisburg man is facing charges after state police say he stole nearly $4,600 worth of tools and lawn equipment from a business in Kelly Township, Union County. Investigators say 38-year-old Daniel Vietri was identified on surveillance footage at the Hafer Road business on August 23. Troopers say he admitted the theft and later turned the items over. Charges have been filed, and the investigation continues. The post Lewisburg Man Charged After Kelly Township Theft first appeared

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Lewisburg Downtown Partnership Hosting Annual Soirée

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2025/09/09

LEWISBURG — The Lewisburg Downtown Partnership will host its Annual Downtown Soirée tomorrow (Wednesday) evening at the historic Campus Theatre. Organizers say it is from 5:30 to 7pm and includes light refreshments. The public is welcome, but space is limited, and RSVPs are encouraged. The soirée celebrates community collaboration, highlights the group’s accomplishments, and outlines future plans for downtown growth. Executive Director Lynne Sobel Ragusea (so bull rah goose ee ah) says the event is

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Trial Begins for Sunbury Murder Suspect

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2025/09/09

The Daily Item reports a jury has been seated in Northumberland County in the homicide trial of 45-year-old Randy Easton of Sunbury. The trial is scheduled to begin today. The newspaper reports Easton was arrested in September of 2022, accused of shooting and killing 33-year-old Joseph Rice of Sunbury during an altercation on Third Street and Raspberry Avenue. Police said Rice and Easton had an ongoing dispute which escalated into an argument before the shooting took place. The seated jury is

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