PENNSYLVANIA VOTERS HEAD TO THE POLLS ON ELECTION DAY
It’s Election Day in Pennsylvania, with voters heading to the polls to choose a governor, members of Congress and state lawmakers. Polls are open until 8 tonight, and anyone in line by closing time can still vote. Mail ballots must reach the county election office by 8 p.m. For polling locations and sample ballots, visit LycomingCountyPA.gov under voter services.
MILTON MOTORCYCLIST KILLED IN NORTHUMBERLAND COUNTY CRASH
A Milton man was killed in a motorcycle crash Friday morning in Northumberland County. According to the Daily Item, 49-year-old John Conklin died when a pickup truck turned into his path at the intersection of the Route 147 northbound exit ramp and Industrial Park Road in West Chillisquaque Township. State police identified the pickup driver as 60-year-old Erskine Cash of York. The crash closed Route 147 northbound for more than two hours. State police continue to investigate.
LOYALSOCK CREEK POLLUTION CLEANUP TO BE DISCUSSED AT PUBLIC MEETING
Efforts to reduce coal mining pollution in Loyalsock Creek will be the focus of an upcoming public meeting in Williamsport. The Susquehanna Chapter of Trout Unlimited will discuss improvements to a treatment facility near Lopez, designed to improve water quality and protect cold-water trout habitat. The meeting is Wednesday, November 11th, at 7 p.m. at Covenant Central Presbyterian Church on West Fourth Street in Williamsport. The public is welcome to attend.
WILLIAMSPORT NATIVE NAMED 2026 VETERAN OF THE YEAR
A Williamsport native and decorated military veteran has been named the 2026 Veteran of the Year by two New York military organizations. Retired Brigadier General Barry Hartman served 31 years in the U.S. Army, including two tours in Vietnam, followed by 14 years in the New York Guard. His decorations include the Bronze Star with Valor and Legion of Merit. According to the Sun-Gazette, Hartman will receive the honor Saturday at the New York State Military Museum in Saratoga Springs.
FEDERAL PROSECUTORS SEEK REPORTS OF ELECTION INTERFERENCE
Federal prosecutors in Williamsport are asking the public to report any election interference or voter intimidation today. The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of Pennsylvania says it is working to protect voting rights and prevent threats or disruptions at polling places. Anyone witnessing suspicious activity can call the Williamsport office at 570-326-2054. Officials remind voters that threats of violence or immediate danger should be reported to 911 first.
SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT MAN CHARGED IN INTERSTATE 180 HIT-AND-RUN
A South Williamsport man faces charges following an alleged hit-and-run crash on Interstate 180 in Montoursville. State police say 20-year-old Julian Neufer was traveling eastbound October 16th when he cut off another driver taking Exit 21 toward North Loyalsock Avenue, striking her driver’s side mirror. Neufer allegedly continued driving, but a witness captured his license plate number. Troopers later questioned him at his home. No injuries were reported. Neufer faces charges for damaging an attended vehicle and several traffic violations.
SHAMOKIN POLICE WARN OF POSSIBLE HALLOWEEN CANDY TAMPERING
Shamokin Police are warning parents to inspect their children’s Halloween candy after a needle was reportedly found in a piece of chocolate. The department issued a public safety alert on Facebook, urging families to check treats for signs of tampering, including damaged wrappers. Police have not disclosed where the candy was collected or whether anyone was injured. Anyone finding suspicious candy is encouraged to contact their local police department.
INTERSTATE 180 EASTBOUND SOIL CLEANUP COULD CAUSE DELAYS TODAY
Drivers traveling Interstate 180 east of Williamsport can expect delays today as crews perform soil cleanup work. PennDOT says an environmental contractor will be working in the eastbound right lane and shoulder near the Jefferson Lane on-ramp, just east of the Market Street Bridge. Work is scheduled from 8 a.m. until 5 p.m., weather permitting. Motorists should watch for slow-moving traffic and construction vehicles entering and leaving the highway. Updates are available at 511-P-A-dot-com.
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