SUV CRASHES INTO WILLIAMSPORT HOME, DRIVER FLEES
A driver fled the scene after crashing an SUV into the front porch of a Williamsport home Thursday morning. Police say the Chevrolet Suburban was traveling on Almond Street when the driver attempted a U-turn and struck the home along Washington Boulevard, narrowly missing another vehicle. According to the Sun-Gazette, firefighters had to stabilize the porch roof. No injuries were reported. Police confirmed the driver left before emergency crews arrived.
SUNBURY COUPLE CHARGED WITH CHILD ENDANGERMENT AND ANIMAL CRUELTY
A Sunbury couple faces child endangerment and animal cruelty charges after authorities discovered 28 animals living in filthy conditions alongside a child. Police say 44-year-old Jonathan Reichert and 46-year-old Carrie Hawk had 26 dogs, a cat and a ferret inside their Amy Street home. Investigators reported animal waste, garbage and rotting food throughout the residence. The animals were surrendered to the Pennsylvania SPCA for evaluation. Both defendants face preliminary hearings November 10th.
WILLIAMSPORT SEEKS PUBLIC INPUT ON DANGEROUS STREETS
Williamsport officials are asking residents to help identify dangerous streets and intersections as part of the city’s Safe Streets for All initiative. According to the Sun-Gazette, nearly two-thousand crashes have occurred citywide over the past decade, killing 16 people and seriously injuring 55 others. Consultants are gathering public feedback to develop solutions for improving traffic safety, particularly for pedestrians and bicyclists. An online survey is available, with additional public workshops planned for early next year.
CANTON-TROY TAB WARS BREAK WORLD RECORD AHEAD OF TONIGHT’S GAME
The Canton-Troy football rivalry could produce a world record tonight. Organizers of the annual Tab Wars say the communities have already surpassed the 3,648-pound record for collecting aluminum tabs. The official total, along with which community collected the most, will be announced at halftime of tonight’s Old Shoe football game at Alparon Park in Troy. The tabs are recycled, with proceeds benefiting the Ronald McDonald House in Danville, which supports families of sick children.
PEDESTRIAN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN LOCK HAVEN CRASH
A pedestrian suffered serious injuries after being struck by a vehicle in Lock Haven Sunday night. Emergency responders say the crash happened just before 9:30 in the 800 block of Bellefonte Avenue. A medical helicopter was requested to land at UPMC Lock Haven Hospital to assist with the injured pedestrian. The person’s condition has not been released. Lock Haven City Police, Citizens Hose Company and LifeFlight responded. The vehicle involved was towed from the scene.
LYCOMING COUNTY DISTRICT ATTORNEY LAUNCHES CRIMEWATCH WEBSITE
Lycoming County residents have a new way to stay informed about crime and public safety. The District Attorney’s Office has launched a website through CRIMEWATCH, offering crime maps, safety alerts and the ability to submit anonymous tips. District Attorney Tom Marino says the goal is to help residents stay informed and assist investigations. Residents can sign up for free notifications at Lycoming D-A dot org. The office has also launched a new Facebook page.
COURT RULING COULD CHANGE WILLIAMSPORT POLICE PROMOTION PROCESS
A Commonwealth Court ruling could change how Williamsport appoints its police leadership. According to PennLive, a three-judge panel found the city violated state law by promoting officers above lieutenant without civil service testing. The ruling follows a lawsuit by retired Lieutenant Fred Miller, who says he was repeatedly passed over for promotion. A Northumberland County judge must now address compliance, potentially affecting the city’s two police captains
WILLIAMSPORT CHURCHES TEAM UP TO PACK 100-THOUSAND MEALS FOR CHILDREN
Two Williamsport churches are joining forces to pack more than 100-thousand meals for hungry children around the world. City Alliance Church and City Church will host the Meals of Hope event December fourth and fifth at City Church on East Fourth Street. Volunteers are being invited to assemble and box meals for Feed My Starving Children, with no experience necessary. Organizers also hope to raise 30-thousand dollars to cover costs. Volunteer registration is available at F-M-S-C dot org.
SPORTS
PIAA HS SPORTS
BYB HS Football Game of the Week
“Battle of the Bridge”
Loyalsock @ Montoursville
Twin Valley’s Talk Radio Network
6:30 Pre-Game/7pm Kickoff
Muncy @ Hughesville
S. Wmspt @ Central Columbia
Wilkes-Barre @ Williamsport
Central Mtn @ Jersey Shore
Milton @ Warrior Run
Mifflinburg @ Lewisburg “Little Brown Jug”
Mount Carmel(9-0) @ Shamokin(8-1) “Coal Bucket”
X-Country State Championships
Both Hughesville High School cross country teams are headed to the state championships. The girls captured the District 4 Class A championship, while the boys finished second in District 4 Class Double-A. Led by Coach Griffin Molino, both teams will compete at the PIAA State Cross Country Championships Saturday, November 7th, in Big Spring, Pennsylvania.
NFL
Packers 27 Panthers 19
NFL Sunday
Browns vs Steelers 1pm CBS
Cardinals vs Cowboys 1pm FOX
Chiefs vs Broncos 4:25pm CBS
Eagles vs Commanders 8:20pm NBC
NFL Monday
Bears vs Seahawks 8:15pm ESPN
NBA
Hawks 114 Cavaliers 111
Pelicans 132 Kings 120
Grizzlies 124 Trail Blazers 103
NBA Tonight NBA Cup
Hornets vs Wizards 7pm
Bulls vs Celtics 7:30pm
Pistons vs Nets 7:30pm
Knicks vs 76ers 7:30pm PrimeVid
Lakers vs Warriors 10pm PrimeVid
NHL
Mammoth 4 Penguins 3
Hurricanes 3 Blue Jackets 2
Red Wings 4 Blackhawks 1
Blues 4 Bruins 1
Capitals 4 Predators 3
Islanders 4 Wild 3
Kings 6 Senators 5 /OT
NASCAR Sunday
Xfinity 500 Martinsville 1pm Pre-Race/2pm Green Flag
NASCAR NEWS
* Kyle Larson leads the NASCAR Cup Series Chase standings with two races remaining in the season. Larson holds a 73-point advantage over second-place Denny Hamlin, followed by Christopher Bell in third, Chase Briscoe fourth and Joey Logano fifth. The season finale is next week at Homestead-Miami.
* NASCAR driver Chase Elliott has withdrawn his name from consideration for this year’s Most Popular Driver Award to honor the late Kyle Busch, who died in May. Elliott has won the award eight straight years but hopes fans will recognize Busch this year. Voting continues through November 9th, with the winner announced November 10th
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