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State police investigating shooting in Bloomsburg
BLOOMSBURG, Pa. — An investigation is underway after a man was shot in Columbia County. Troopers say a man was shot several times in a parking area off of Irondale Road in Bloomsburg around 8 p.m. Friday. The man then drove himself to a hospital along Fair Street. There...
One killed, one hospitalized after crash in Luzerne County
LUZERNE COUNTY, Pa. — One person is dead, and another is in the hospital after a crash in Luzerne County. Troopers say Walter Gibbs, 81, of Williamsport, was traveling west on Route 118 in Ross Township near Sweet Valley shortly before 2 p.m. Sunday when he left the roadway for an unknown reason, striking a culvert and then a tree.
Police: Woman spit on trooper
Bloomsburg, Pa. — A woman allegedly spit on a trooper's face and struck another when they tried to get her medical help for an apparent overdose. Kelsey Marie Turak, 31, was at the state police barracks in Bloomsburg on July 27, being processed for another incident, when she became combative with police, according to Trooper Nicholas Manganiello. Turak appeared highly impaired, was having mood swings, and was nodding off, Manganiello...
Troopers investigate police shooting in Luzerne County
WILKES-BARRE, Pa. — One person was shot Sunday by a Wilkes-Barre police officer, touching off an investigation by state troopers in Luzerne County, authorities said. The shooting on Holland Street happened around 11:30 a.m. A state police spokesperson confirmed they are investigating. No police officers were hurt. The condition...
Unknown suspects steal 16 firearms from Hughesville gun shop
Hughesville, Pa. — Police are looking for information regarding a burglary at a Hughesville gun shop. Trooper Fischer of PSP Montoursville says between 3:44 and 3:51 a.m. Sept. 21, several unknown suspects broke into the shop on North Railroad Street in Hughesville and took 16 firearms. The firearms are worth more than $6,000, and include Smith & Wesson brands, Diamondback, and a Beretta pistol. The suspects fled in a dark-colored vehicle. Police say the suspects damaged a front window when they broke into the shop. Anyone with information may contact PSP Montoursville at 570-368-5700.
Man allegedly forces himself on woman in apartment
Sunbury, Pa. — A Sunbury man was charged after he allegedly forced himself on a woman in an apartment and kissed her. Brandon Dwayne Walburn, 30, was hanging out at a friend's apartment on Sept. 12 when he started knocking on the wall of the neighbor's apartment. The female accuser then went to the apartment door to see where the knocking was coming from, according to the affidavit. Walburn opened...
Sending help to hurricane victims
SCHUYLKILL COUNTY, Pa. — Just a few short days ago, Brandon Kopinetz and his wife floated around the idea of driving down south and cooking food for victims of Hurricane Helene. The couple owns the Washington Hotel in Minersville. When Brandon posted about the plan on social media, things...
Driver killed in Lackawanna County crash is identified
LACKAWANNA COUNTY, Pa. — Note: The above video is from an earlier story. State police at Dunmore have identified a 23-year-old Luzerne County motorcyclist killed Saturday in a crash in Spring Brook Township. Ryan Ayers, of Kingston, collided with a pick-up truck on Springbrook Avenue just west of Kilmer...
3rd Annual Bark in the Park in Schuylkill County
SCHUYLKILL COUNTY, Pa. — Food trucks, K9 baked goods, dog collars, dog clothes, vendors, and more were at Locust Lake State Park in Schuylkill County for the 3rd Annual Bark in the Park event, all presented by the Friends of Tuscarora and Locust Lake State Park. Robin Tracey, Locust...
ACLU of PA: Authority question unresolved in Luzerne County ballot drop box case
WILKES-BARRE, Pa. — Note: The above video is from an earlier story. The American Civil Liberties Union of Pennsylvania said Sunday that Luzerne County Manager Romilda Crocamo’s decision late last week allowing ballot drop boxes for next month’s election does not resolve a lawsuit brought over her initial refusal.
State Police ‘Sunny Day Camp’ fosters fun and inclusion for special needs families
Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) Troop L hosted their annual “Sunny Day Camp” at Camp Manatawny in Earl Township on Saturday, welcoming children and adults with special needs from Berks, Lebanon, and Schuylkill counties. The event offered participants a full day of interactive activities, providing an exciting opportunity to engage with law enforcement in a fun, hands-on environment.
Festival vendors fundraise for Helene vicitms
BERWICK, COLUMBIA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — An effort by a group of local vendors is underway this weekend to help those suffering from the devastation of Hurricane Helene. Several small businesses at the annual event will send part of their proceeds to points south.Those vendors tell me they want to help. As tens of thousands try […]
PD: New York Man Takes “Stolen” Car On 3-Hour “Test Drive” To Hudson Valley
A New York City man gave a bizarre excuse as to why he was found driving a reported stolen car in the Hudson Valley. The New Rochelle Police Department confirmed a car stolen from the state of Pennsylvania was found in the Lower Hudson Valley. Stolen Car From Pennsylvania Found...
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