THREE-ALARM FIRE DAMAGES WILLIAMSPORT FUEL COMPANY BUILDING
A three-alarm fire caused extensive damage to the Pickelner Fuel Company warehouse and office building in Williamsport Sunday evening. Firefighters were called to 210 Locust Street around 6:30, where heavy smoke and intense heat made it difficult to reach the flames. According to the Sun Gazette, crews cut holes in the roof to release smoke and gases as additional departments responded. The fire was brought under control in about 45 minutes. No injuries were reported. The cause remains under investigation.
PENNSYLVANIA SKILL GAME ENFORCEMENT SET TO RESUME WEDNESDAY
The clock is running out for Pennsylvania businesses operating skill game machines. The state Supreme Court has rejected three requests to extend a 120-day pause on enforcement that expires Tuesday. According to the Daily Item, supporters wanted more time for lawmakers to consider legislation regulating the machines, which provide revenue for veterans’ organizations, fire companies and small businesses. Unless something changes, enforcement can begin Wednesday. State police warn illegal machines and cash could be seized, with possible criminal charges.
DEADLINES APPROACH FOR PENNSYLVANIA VOTER REGISTRATION AND MAIL-IN BALLOTS
Pennsylvania voters planning to cast ballots by mail in the November third election have until October 27th to apply. Applications must reach county election offices by 5 p.m. Completed ballots must be returned by 8 p.m. on Election Day. Officials remind voters to sign and date the outer envelope to ensure their ballots can be counted. The deadline to register to vote is October 19th. More information is available at vote.pa.gov.
GEISINGER MUNCY TO HOST FREE HUNTER HEALTH AND SAFETY FAIR
With hunting season approaching, Geisinger is offering a chance to make sure you’re physically ready to head into the woods. A special health fair is scheduled November 7th, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., at Geisinger Medical Center Muncy along Route 220. Free health screenings include heart health, blood pressure, vision, hearing and balance assessments, along with safety education. Registration is required, and appointments are limited. Sign up at geisinger.org/events.
RENOVO TEEN FACES FELONY CHARGES AFTER HIGH-SPEED FESTIVAL CHASE
An 18-year-old Renovo man is facing felony charges after leading police on a brief high-speed chase during Saturday’s Flaming Foliage Festival. Police say Kaleb Smith fled a traffic stop on Huron Avenue, reaching 70 miles an hour in a 25-mile-an-hour zone before crashing into a dump truck. Hundreds of festivalgoers were nearby. Smith suffered minor injuries and was later jailed on 20-thousand-dollars bail. Police say he was unlicensed and the motorcycle was unregistered and uninsured.
DRIVER IDENTIFIED IN FATAL LOYALSOCK TOWNSHIP CRASH
The driver killed in a single-vehicle crash Friday afternoon in Loyalsock Township has been identified as Damion L. Sims. According to the Sun Gazette, Sims was traveling south on Cemetery Road, just north of Wildwood Cemetery, when he lost control of his SUV around 5 p.m. Authorities say Sims was wearing a seat belt at the time of the crash. Lycoming County Coroner Charles Kiessling pronounced him dead at the scene.
MUNCY TOWNSHIP DATA CENTER LEGAL CHALLENGE HEADS BACK TO COURT
The proposed data center in Muncy Township is heading back to court. Lycoming County Judge William Carlucci has scheduled a November 6th hearing on a motion to dismiss a legal challenge filed by neighbors of the proposed site. According to the Sun Gazette, attorneys representing developer Danko Holdings Two are asking the court to throw out the civil action. The hearing is expected to last less than an hour.
MIFFLINBURG LIBRARY LAUNCHES WEEKLY SENIOR SOCIAL PROGRAM
A Union County library is launching a new weekly program to help older adults stay active and connected. Herr Memorial Library in Mifflinburg will introduce Senior Socials beginning November 4th, with activities every Wednesday from 2 to 4 p.m. November’s lineup includes music bingo featuring oldies, a game day and chair yoga. The program will continue year-round with rotating activities. Register online at unioncountylibraries.libcal.com.
SPORTS
NFL Sunday
Jaguars 19 Eagles 17
Packers 31 Bears 7
Patriots 45 Raiders 17
Vikings 23 Saints 13
Jets 17 Browns 12
Steelers 34 Colts 22
Giants 27 Commanders 27 /OT
Ravens 30 Falcons 23
NFL Monday Night Football
Bills vs Rams 8:15pm ESPN/ABC
NASCAR
Bank of America 400 Charlotte, NC
1st – Chase Briscoe 2nd – Christopher Bell 3rd – Ryan Blaney 4th– Josh Berry 5th– Denny Hamlin
MLB National League Championship Game 1
Brewers 2 Dodgers 1
Game 2 Tonight
Dodgers vs Brewers 5pm FOX/FS1
MLB Am League Championship Game 1 Tonight
Guardians vs Rays 8pm TBS
NHL
Kraken 5 Capitals 3
Rangers 6 Canucks 2
Hurricanes 4 Flyers 1
NHL Tonight
Panthers vs Sabres 1pm ESPN+
Senators vs Devils 7pm NHL Net
Golden Knights vs Wild 8pm ESPN+
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