FIRE DESTROYS GAMBLE TOWNSHIP HOME
A massive three-alarm fire destroyed a Gamble Township home Monday afternoon, burning out of control for nearly two hours. The blaze broke out around 2 p.m. at the home of Dr. Raymond Lukas and his wife, Susanna. Mrs. Lukas escaped safely, suffering only a minor hand injury while rescuing a cat. According to the Sun Gazette, poor water pressure hampered firefighting efforts as flames shot 50 feet into the air and ammunition inside the home exploded. Crews from across the region responded. The fire was declared under control just after 4 p.m., and the cause remains under investigation.
ASSAULT AND ALLEGED KIDNAPPING ATTEMPT IN MIFFLINBURG
Police in Mifflinburg responded Thursday afternoon to reports of an assault and an attempted child kidnapping. Mifflinburg Police say the kidnapping claim could not be verified due to a lack of cooperation from the reporting party. However, 46-year-old Karla Lynn Cornwell of Lewistown has been charged with prohibited offensive weapons, simple assault, possession of drug paraphernalia and harassment. Police say she punched a 24-year-old man near the Puff N Stuff store on East Chestnut Street. Cornwell was taken into custody without incident. Multiple agencies assisted, and the investigation continues.
FFA STUDENTS RECOGNIZED IN HARRISBURG
Students from the Line Mountain/Mahantango FFA Chapter were recognized during a recent visit to the state Capitol in Harrisburg. The group was introduced on the House floor and toured the Capitol complex, learning more about Pennsylvania’s legislative process. During their visit, they paused for a photo with State Senator Lynda Schlegel Culver to mark the occasion. The students also attended a legislative luncheon, asking questions about how laws are made and gaining firsthand insight into public service.
MEET AND GREET WITH FIRST RESPONDERS IN SHAMOKIN
Shamokin Dam residents will have a chance to connect with their local first responders later this month. A community meet-and-greet is set for Saturday, February 28th, from 9 a.m. to noon at the Shamokin Dam Fire Department on North Old Trail. Newly hired Police Chief Scott Davis will attend alongside Fire Chief John Shirk and other first responders. Borough officials residents will be able to ask questions, learn more about public safety services, and build stronger community relationships.
WOMAN SHOT IN MONTOURSVILLE DIES FROM INJURIES
A woman injured in a Montoursville shooting has died from her injuries. She has been identified as 43-year-old Jonette Crossley of Jordan Avenue. According to the Lycoming County Coroner Crossley, who is an organ donor, was declared brain dead at UPMC Susquehanna and died February 14th. Police were called to her home February 10th for a welfare check, made contact, then heard a gunshot and set up a perimeter. Special response teams later forced entry and found Crossley with multiple gunshot wounds. Johnnie Drummond was taken into custody, denied bail and remains jailed as the homicide investigation continues.
PORCH FIRE IN WILLIAMSPORT
A porch fire damaged a double block home in Williamsport Monday afternoon. Crews were called to the 900 block of Wayne Avenue just before 4:30 p.m. Officials say all nine people living in the home made it out safely. The American Red Cross is assisting those displaced by the fire. The cause remains under investigation.
NORTHUMBERLAND CORONER SEEKING NEXT OF KIN
Northumberland County Coroner Jim Kelley is asking for the public’s help in locating family members of a Sunbury man. Sixty-six-year-old Paul L. Cawthern died February 10th at his residence. Authorities say they are trying to find any living blood relatives. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Northumberland County Communications Center at 570-988-4539.
LEGSILATION TO REINSTATE MONDAY AFTER THANKSGIVING FOR HUNTING OPENER
Two state senators plan to introduce a bill restoring Pennsylvania’s traditional firearms deer season opener to the first Monday after Thanksgiving. The Pennsylvania Game Commission moved the start date to Saturday in 2019, citing participation goals. But Senators Gene Yaw and Lisa Boscola say the change has hurt rural communities, small businesses and long-standing family traditions. They argue the Monday opener was a community event, with schools closed and fundraisers drawing crowds. Lawmakers say it’s time to bring the tradition back and reinvest in rural Pennsylvania.
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MLB News
Major League Baseball will stop showing ball-or-strike calls on broadcasts as it fully implements its Automated Ball-Strike system. Viewers will no longer see the on-screen strike zone box, though pitch speed and type remain. The league says the move is meant to preserve trust in the new technology.
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