SAYRE MAN CHARGED WITH THREATENING COWORKER
A Bradford County man faces charges after allegedly threatening a coworker and damaging her vehicle. Sayre police say 26-year-old Caleb Michael Shafer repeatedly asked a female coworker at Applebee’s to borrow her car. After she refused, he allegedly threatened to shoot up the restaurant and kill her and her father. Police say Shafer later admitted in text messages to putting a nail in her tire. He faces harassment and property tampering charges, with a preliminary hearing December first.
LYCOMING COUNTY CERTIFIES TAX ROLLS AND REVIEWS DATA CENTER ZONING
Lycoming County Commissioners have certified the 2027 tax rolls, covering more than 54-thousand properties with a combined assessed value of nearly 6.9-billion dollars. Officials say more than 22-hundred properties are tax-exempt, reducing potential county revenue. Commissioners also report progress toward a balanced budget for next year. Meanwhile, residents are being asked to complete a survey on the county’s parks and recreation needs. A public hearing on proposed data center zoning regulations is scheduled for November 17th.
WALMART TO PAY $7.8 MILLION FOR PENNSYLVANIA CHILD LABOR VIOLATIONS
Walmart will pay nearly 7-point-8 million dollars for violating Pennsylvania’s child labor laws. Governor Josh Shapiro announced Monday the largest child labor enforcement settlement in state history. Investigators found hundreds of violations involving underage workers, including missing work permits, inadequate breaks and excessive work hours. The investigation began after minors were injured on the job. Walmart must now train managers, improve compliance and submit to follow-up inspections at stores across Pennsylvania.
TIOGA COUNTY CAT PROJECT SEEKS HOLIDAY CRAFT FAIR VENDORS
The Tioga County Cat Project is looking for crafters and vendors for its Meowy and Bright Holiday Craft Fair December 12th. The event runs from 11 to 3 at the Covington Community Center on North Williamson Road. There’s no vendor setup fee, but participants must donate a raffle item. Shoppers can enjoy handmade gifts, food and raffles, with proceeds supporting local animal rescue efforts. For information, email Tioga County Cat Project at Gmail dot com.
BOYERTOWN WOMAN CHARGED WITH CHILD ENDANGERMENT IN WILLIAMSPORT
A Berks County woman faces felony child endangerment charges following an incident in Williamsport on Halloween night. City police say 33-year-old Kavanna Michelle Keck of Boyertown allegedly pushed her four-year-old child into the roadway along Linn Street and dragged the child across the pavement while trick-or-treating. Witnesses intervened, and police say Keck showed signs of intoxication and resisted arrest. She was arraigned and jailed in Lycoming County on 15-thousand dollars bail.
MONTGOMERY WOMAN ACCUSED OF STEALING $33,000 FROM BOAT CLUB
A Montgomery woman is accused of stealing more than 33-thousand dollars while serving as treasurer of the Susquehanna Boat Club. State police say 51-year-old Laura Kitner allegedly used club funds over 17 months, writing checks to herself, making cash withdrawals and paying personal bills. According to court documents, Kitner confessed when questioned by investigators. She faces multiple felony theft-related charges and was released on 25-thousand dollars bail following arraignment.
BUCKNELL LAUNCHES AIR POLLUTION STUDY IN NORTHUMBERLAND COUNTY
Bucknell University is launching a 250-thousand-dollar study examining air pollution in Northumberland County’s coal region. The two-year project will monitor air quality in Shamokin, Mount Carmel and Kulpmont. Equipment is already operating at nine locations, with more planned. Researchers are also seeking about 20 homeowners willing to host small outdoor air quality sensors at no cost. Participants will receive a stipend, and Bucknell students will help create a website displaying real-time pollution readings.
UNION-SNYDER COMMUNITY ACTION AGENCY COLLECTS THANKSGIVING FOOD DONATIONS
The Union-Snyder Community Action Agency is collecting food donations for WNEP’s annual Feed-A-Friend Campaign. The drive runs through November 23rd, helping families facing food insecurity during the Thanksgiving season. Residents can drop off nonperishable items, including canned goods, pasta, cereal and peanut butter, at several locations, including Selinsgrove Ford, Citizen’s Electric and the Union-Snyder Agency on Aging. According to the Daily Item, all donations collected locally will benefit families in Union and Snyder counties.
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