MUNCY TWP SUPERVISOR JAILED FOR CONTEMPT
A Lycoming County judge has sentenced Muncy Township Supervisor Terri Lauchle to six months in prison for contempt of court after she again refused to sign a lot consolidation plan tied to a proposed Bass Pro Shops development near the former Lycoming Mall. President Judge Eric Linhardt had previously ordered Lauchle to sign the document and imposed a 500-dollar-per-day fine for noncompliance. In court Thursday, Lauchle told the judge she still would not sign the plan. Linhardt then ordered her jailed and directed her to pay 7-thousand dollars in accumulated fines upon her release. Officials say the approved consolidation is needed to move the project forward.
POLICE INVESTIGATE WEST SIDE SHOOTING, TWO IN CUSTODY
City police are investigating a shooting reported Thursday afternoon on the city’s west side. Officers responded around 3:45 p.m. and found multiple shell casings near Seth and Cemetery streets. Investigators say a home in the 400 block of Allen Street was struck by gunfire. Police have detained two adult men in connection with the investigation. Authorities believe the incident was targeted and say there is no known threat to the public. Anyone with security camera footage or information is asked to contact Williamsport police.
CITY GOVERNMENT STUDY COMMISSION PLANNING JULY MEETING
The Williamsport Government Study Commission is beginning an 18-month review of the city’s form of government and is encouraging residents to take part in the process. The seven-member commission is tasked with studying options, including Home Rule, and drafting a potential charter for voters to consider. Members say public education and transparency will be key as the study moves forward. Meetings are open to the public, streamed online and include opportunities for public comment. The commission’s next meeting is scheduled for July 2nd at Trade and Transit Two in downtown Williamsport.
RESIDENTS URGED TO CHECK MEASLES VACCINATION STATUS
Health officials are urging Pennsylvanians to make sure they’re protected against measles as cases continue to rise. The CDC reports 32 confirmed cases in Pennsylvania and more than 19-hundred nationwide. Public health advocates say measles is one of the most contagious diseases and note that vaccination rates in Pennsylvania have fallen below the 95 percent level recommended to prevent outbreaks. Officials say most recent cases involve people who were unvaccinated or unsure of their vaccination status. Anyone who believes they’ve been exposed should contact the Pennsylvania Department of Health.
ARREST FOR MAN WHO WAS KICKED OUT OF ENGLISH CENTER BAR
Lycoming County authorities say a disturbance at a bar in English Center ended with a man jailed on multiple charges. State police allege 56-year-old John David Fairbanks was removed from Harper’s Creekside Tavern early Sunday, then drove around the property doing burnouts and damaging items outside. Troopers say he later entered the bar carrying a shotgun and made threatening remarks before surrendering when police arrived. Fairbanks is charged with terroristic threats, DUI and other offenses and is being held on 100-thousand dollars bail.
STATE FUNDING FOR WILLIAMSPORT REGIONAL AIRPORT
Williamsport Regional Airport is receiving nearly 594-thousand dollars in state funding to rehabilitate a maintenance hangar. The money comes through Pennsylvania’s Aviation Transportation Assistance Program and is part of a nearly 10 million dollar investment in eight airports statewide. PennDOT says the improvements will help support aviation services, cargo operations and emergency response capabilities. Officials say regional airports like Williamsport play a vital role in connecting communities and supporting local economic growth.
SUNBURY CONSIDERING JOINING UP WITH ICE PROGRAM
Sunbury City Council will soon consider whether the city’s police department should join ICE’s 287(g) Program. Mayor Josh Brosious and Police Chief Brad Slack say the agreement would allow officers to assist in limited immigration enforcement while making the city eligible for up to 190-thousand dollars in funding for vehicles, equipment and reimbursed personnel costs. Officials say no operational changes are planned. Council is expected to discuss the proposal at its June 8 meeting.
LOCK HAVEN TO HOST THE “BEST OF CLINTON COUNTY” FESTIVAL
The Best of Clinton County Festival returns to downtown Lock Haven on June 13th from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. More than 60 vendors, artisans and community organizations will line East Main Street, joined by live music, line dancing, children’s activities and local food. The day wraps up with the annual Best of Clinton County Parade. Organizers say the event is designed to showcase the people, businesses and attractions that make Clinton County unique.
SPORTS
PIAA HS Baseball Championships
2A – Southern Columbia 10 Marian Catholic 1 /5inn
3A – Mifflinburg 5 Trinity 4 /11inn
Bermudian Springs 4 Warrior Run 3
4A – Montoursville 4 Boiling Springs 2
PIAA HS Softball Championships
1A Tri-Valley 13 Bucktail 4
3A Pine Grove 3 Mifflinburg 0
6A Owen J Roberts 11 Williamsport 0 /6inn
MLB Draft League
Wiliamsport Crosscutters 12 WV Black Bears 5
Cutters avoided a WV sweep – and head to Trenton tonight for 7pm first pitch
MLB
Yankees 2 Guardians 1
Phillies 6 Padres 4
Orioles 8 Red Sox 2
Pirates 5 Astros 1
D’Backs 3 Dodgers 2
MLB tonight
White Sox vs Phillies 6:40pm MLB.tv
NHL Stanley Cup Finals
Hurricanes 4 Golden Knights 3 tied 1-1
NHL Stanley Cup Finals Saturday
Hurricanes vs Golden Knights 8pm ABC
NBA Finals Game 2 tonight
Knicks vs Spurs 8:30pm ABC
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