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Victim Identified in Fatal Crash on Interstate 81 in Schuylkill County
The Pennsylvania State Police at Jonestown have released details on the crash that killed a woman on Interstate 81 in Schuylkill County. According to State Police, the crash occurred on Interstate 81 northbound near mile marker 98.3 in Pine Grove Township just before 4:00pm. Police say the crash occurred when...
Man sets fire to home to halt sheriff's sale: Police
Dalmatia, Pa. — A warrant was issued Friday for a Northumberland County man who allegedly set his home on fire the day it was scheduled for a sheriff's sale. Early the morning of June 20, firefighters responded to a a fire at the two-story home of Andrew John Souder, 35, at the 200 block of River Road in Lower Mahanoy Township. The fire was fully involved and originated on the second-floor of the home, according to the affidavit. Hickory Corners Fire Chief Ricky Spotts found...
Jake Joins the Sue Henry Show on WILK
PITTSTON, LUZERNE CO. (WOLF) — If you tuned into The Sue Henry show on WILK Tuesday afternoon, you may have heard a familiar voice - our Jake Sarwar!. Jake joined the legendary Sue Henry as a contestant on her "fake news" game. Sue presents four stories - three of...
Mahanoy Area School District bans cell phone use during school hours
MAHANOY CITY, Pa, (WOLF) — Mahanoy Area School District has announced for the 2024-2025 school year that the use of cell phones will be prohibited by students during school hours. A bill to limit access to phones in school was officially signed into law last week by Governor Shapiro.
Scranton library branch to close for renovations
SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A local library will be closing for some long-needed renovations. The Nancy Kay Holmes Library will be seeing some major upgrades soon, including adding a handicapped entrance to the back of the building. The front entrance will also be renovated. Inside, crews will be installing a handicapped restroom and replacing […]
Police seeking Mahanoy City woman on felony drug charges
State police and other law enforcement agencies continue to seek a Mahanoy City woman on drug charges. Ashley Duran, 27, of Mahanoy City, is charged with felony manufacture, delivery or possession with intent to manufacture or deliver, possession of a controlled substance, use or possession of drug paraphernalia and possessing a firearm when not permitted to do so.
Pa. businessman admits not remitting taxes on $615K in cash payments to employees
WILLIAMSPORT — A Lycoming County businessman is facing jail time after admitting he did not pay federal taxes on cash payments he made to employees. J. Michael Barr, 59, of Cogan Station, pleaded guilty Tuesday in U.S. Middle District Court to a charge of failure to pay over taxes.
Montoursville School District to offer free school meals for all students
Montoursville, Pa. — The Montoursville Area School District announced that it will be offering free school meals to all students for the upcoming school year. The meals will include one free breakfast and one free lunch each day school is in session, according to the district. The free meals will be offered throughout the entirety of the 2024-2025 school year. Balances on student cafeteria accounts will remain, according to the district, and students can still use their cafeteria account to purchase approved snacks, beverages and extra food items in the cafeteria. Students may also purchase "second" meals at breakfast and lunch. Prices of the second meals vary depending on the school and can be found on the district's website.
Williamsport Bureau of Fire Celebrates 150 Years of Service
The citizens of Williamsport have enjoyed the fire protection and emergency services of the Williamsport Bureau of Fire for a very long time — since the time of President Ulysses S. Grant, the 18th President of the United States, in 1874. They have performed their duties with pride and...
Gazette and Bulletin: July 12, 1924 – Interference With Fire Apparatus
Fire discovered shortly after five o’clock yesterday afternoon in a stockroom in the rear of the Hayes Drug Company, at 733 West Third Street, caused damage amounting to $50. Fire companies 1, 2, 3, 4 and the truck company were called to the scene on three alarms. The cause...
Black Bears Bullpen Combines for 5-0 Shutout of Crosscutters
GRANVILLE, W.Va. — In their first home game of the second half of the season, the West Virginia Black Bears won 5-0 over the Williamsport Crosscutters. The combined shutout was led by starting pitcher Aric McAtee who threw four scoreless innings with four strikeouts. After a stormy series with...
Police: Two wanted for Walmart investigation
HEMLOCK TWP., COLUMBIA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Police say they are looking for two men wanted for questioning in a Walmart investigation. The Hemlock Township Police Department says they are looking to identify two men who were involved in an incident at Walmart on Monday around 12:30 p.m. Officers did not give details on the incident […]
Pa. man who told police he smokes marijuana daily is charged with vehicular homicide
DANVILLE — A Lycoming County man who told state police he smokes marijuana daily has been charged with vehicular homicide following an investigation into a Jan. 1 accident on Interstate 80 near Danville. Anthony J. Machi, 45, of the Hughesville area, is accused of being responsible for the death...
12-year-old practices a gravity-defying hobby
MUNCY, LYCOMING COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A 12-year-old girl from Muncy has a unique hobby and wants to encourage other kids to go after what they are passionate about. Mya Fish is a very busy The Warrior Run Junior-Senior High School student with many hobbies, including soccer and art. She also has another unique hobby she […]
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