Suspect uses scam gift cards at eatery
Selinsgrove, Pa. — Police say someone used scammed gift cards at a mall eatery, resulting in loss of funds for the business. State police at Selinsgrove were called on Feb. 1 to Auntie Anne's Pretzels at Susquehanna Valley Mall after it was discovered the scammed cards were used. The business reported the scam gift card amounts totaled $950. Anyone with information may contact PSP Selinsgrove at 570 374-8145.
Two Fires Destroy Barns in Winfield and Troxelville
TROXELVILLE – A large garage, log truck and workshop were destroyed by fire in Troxelville Wednesday morning. The fire started just before 4 a.m. in the 2900 block of Troxelville Road. Multiple fire companies from Snyder and Union Counties responded. The fire was fully involved when firefighters arrived on the scene. The garage and workshop were destroyed. No injuries were reported.
Police still looking for 8-year-old who went missing 39 years ago
8-year-old 3rd grader Cherrie Mahan was on her way home from the former Winfield Elementary School, her mom, Janice McKinney, was making her way to the bottom of the driveway to greet her daughter.
Mifflin County boys battles strong but falls to SC in title tilt
The Huskies season came to an end today, falling to State College in the District 6 6A Championship, 51-44. The game was tightly contested the entire way, but State College was able to hold on to a narrow lead throughout the second half to clinch themselves another District Title. The...
Local Residents Urged to Complete Mandatory Lead & Copper Plumbing Survey to Avoid Water Service Termination
The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) has ordered a survey of all properties for lead and copper plumbing. This is to assess the risk of lead exposure from water service lines. Non-compliance may lead to penalties and water service termination. The Borough staff began the survey in March 2023, offering assistance to residents.
Woman admits to taking disturbing photographs, videos of elderly patients
LEWISBURG, UNION CO. (WOLF) — A woman, 19, pleaded guilty to taking disturbing photographs and videos of elderly patients at a Union County nursing home. Madison Laine Cox, 19, pleaded guilty to taking and sharing photos and videos of over a dozen elderly patients at Heritage Springs Memory Care.
Woman threatens to blow up police with Roman candle
Shamokin Dam, Pa. — An intoxicated woman who was asked to leave a restaurant threatened to blow up a responding police officer with a Roman candle, police say. Police in Shamokin Dam were called around 7 p.m. Feb. 9 to El Torito Mexican Restaurant to assist in removing Trisha R. Phillips, 37, after she was asked to leave several times. As Patrolman Jacob Shipman and Leif Hassenplug arrived, Phillips, of Shamokin Dam, was seen leaving the restaurant through the rear door to head to a...
Greenwood boys drop TVL championship game
Greenwood held on to the No. 1 spot in its division and went for the league title this week but fell short in the championship game. The Wildcats first played Line Mountain in the semi-finals and squeezed by 50-45. Kyle Corkle, Ben Brinser, Bronson Moyer, Braden Sarver and Noah Weller...
Man pleads guilty after deadly crash in Union County
UNION COUNTY, Pa. — A man admitted to being under the influence at the time of a deadly crash in Union County. Police say Benjamin Martin lost control of his vehicle and struck another car head-on last July near Mifflinburg. Spencer Charles of Montgomery was killed. Martin pleaded guilty...
New Home Needed: Meet the Latest Adorable Dogs Up for Adoption in Millerstown, PA
Interested in adding a furry friend to your family? Even if you're just keen on viewing some of the cute critters available for adoption nearby, there are ample pets waiting for their forever homes in animal shelters throughout and around millerstown.
Missing man found dead near Bald Eagle State Forest
UNION CO. (WOLF) — The body of a man missing over a week was found near the Bald Eagle State Forest in Union County. According to officials, Michael W. Benner, who had been last living in Northumberland County, had been missing since Feb. 10. The search for Benner concluded...
Cliqueyness has evolved. Do better, Bucknell
I’ve been fortunate to meet some of my best friends at Bucknell. I’ve been able to establish meaningful connections and friendships with individuals from diverse backgrounds. Through involvement in clubs like Mock Trial and South Asian Students Association and serving as an RA, I’ve come to appreciate the value of stepping out of one’s comfort zone and engaging with new people. I’ve made actual friends I see regularly just by taking a moment to greet people and make conversation. When reflecting on these positive experiences, I can’t help but note a concerning trend of closed-off, cliquish behavior on campus.
Bucknell Baseball Team Clinches Third Consecutive Victory, Defeats UMass 7-4
The Bucknell baseball team won their third straight game, beating Massachusetts 7-4 at Shepherd Stadium in Virginia. Sean Keys, Nic Adamo, and Hadley Maxwell made significant contributions. The teams were set to play a doubleheader on Saturday, but due to rain, the second game was postponed to Sunday.
Bucknell Bison Women's Team Ranks Fourth in Day One of PL Indoor Championships, Aims for Comeback
The Bucknell Bison women's track & field team is currently fourth in the Patriot League Indoor Championships in Boston, with 27.5 points. The Boston University women's team is leading with 70 points, followed by Navy with 67 points. Army West Point, Bucknell, and Holy Cross complete the top five.
Bloomsburg, February 24 High School 🏀 Game Notice
The Lewisburg Area High School basketball team will have a game with Central Columbia High School on February 24, 2024, 18:30:00 CST. ALWAYS WANTED TO DUNK LIKE A TOTAL BADASS, OR DEVELOP ROCK-SOLID WORK ETHIC....
Man who stole cameras at Selinsgrove Best Buy identified
Selinsgrove, Pa. — Police have located a man who they say broke into a display case at Selinsgrove Best Buy and stole cameras. State police at Selinsgrove connected Raymond C. Walker, 42, of Newark, N.J., to the theft that occurred on July 2. Walker and an unidentified female walked into the store shortly after 11 a.m. and used a magnetic device to trick the security boxes into opening on two Sony noise canceling headphones, according to Trooper Jacob Kozma. ...
Juvenile grabbed by throat, hit
Woodward Township, Pa. — A man assaulted a juvenile inside a vehicle parked at the Sheetz in Woodward Township. Noah Evan Regan, 31, allegedly reached into the vehicle to grab the boy by his throat, Trooper George Aguirre said. Regan struck the child several times after grabbing him, Aguirre added. Regan arrived with a woman and the boy at the gas station at approximately 3 p.m. on Feb. 7, according...
Warrior Run and Line Mountain Dominate District 4 Wrestling with Multiple Top Seeds
Warrior Run and Line Mountain are heading into the District 4 Class 2A tournament with two top seeds each after claiming the top spots at the Southern Sectional last weekend. Both schools have multiple wrestlers aiming for success in the tournament, including Reagan and Cameron Milheim, Max Wirnsberger, Brock Rothermel, and Nolan Baumert, among others.
The Right Age: Memories of 1978
I am really surprised and ever so happy about finding one of the newspapers from 1978. It was in a box that I’ve had all those years. I finally got to it as I had decided to downsize. In 1978 I was working for The Juniata Sentinel in Mifflintown,...
Track and Field secures several wins in Bucknell Tuneup
The Bison Men’s and Women’s track and field teams both performed strongly in the Bucknell Tune-up they hosted this past Friday. Although some of the team’s strongest performers were resting for the Patriot League Indoor Championships, the Bison men’s team still won six events, and the women were not far behind with four wins.