WILLIAMSPORT MAN PLEADS NO CONTEST IN PRISON DRUG SMUGGLING CASE
A Williamsport man has pleaded no contest to charges involving an attempt to smuggle drugs into the Lycoming County Prison. According to North Central PA dot com, 41-year-old Tyree Tyquan Moy sent his son a letter instructing him to soak paper in wasp spray and mail it back to the prison. The boy’s mother discovered the letter and alerted authorities. Under a plea agreement, Moy faces three to 12 months in prison on each of two misdemeanor counts.
CLINTON COUNTY WILDFIRE CONTAINED AFTER BURNING 200 ACRES
A wildfire that burned approximately 200 acres in Clinton County’s Noyes Township is not expected to spread beyond established containment lines. The fire began Wednesday near Ridge Road, fueled by dry conditions and strong winds. State forestry officials say smoke and occasional flames could remain visible as crews monitor hotspots. As of this morning, Clinton County Emergency Management lists no active emergency incidents. The fire’s cause remains under investigation.
PENNDOT DRIVER’S LICENSE CENTERS CLOSED FOR VETERANS DAY
PennDOT is reminding Pennsylvania drivers that all driver’s license and photo centers will be closed Wednesday, November 11th, in observance of Veterans Day. The closure includes the full-service center in Harrisburg. However, many services remain available online, including license and registration renewals, address changes, duplicate identification cards and REAL ID pre-verification. PennDOT says online services are available around the clock with no additional fees. More information is available at P-A dot gov slash D-M-V.
WILLIAMSPORT/LYCOMING CHAMBER NAMED LARGE CHAMBER OF THE YEAR
The Williamsport/Lycoming Chamber of Commerce has been named Pennsylvania’s 2026 Large Chamber of the Year. The Pennsylvania Association of Chamber Professionals recognized the organization for transforming a former city dump into the 24-million-dollar Williamsport Lumber Yards baseball and softball complex. Since opening in April, the facility has hosted more than 300 teams, attracting over 70-thousand players, families and fans. The Chamber says the project will support tourism and local businesses for years to come.
MILLVILLE MAN CHARGED IN HALLOWEEN HIT-AND-RUN
A Millville man is facing DUI and other charges following a hit-and-run crash in Benton on Halloween night. State police say 34-year-old Chase Stephen Fry drove his pickup truck through a yard on Everett Street, striking a fence and lawn decorations before fleeing north on Route 487. The homeowner provided investigators with the truck’s license plate number, helping police identify the suspect. Fry faces multiple traffic violations, with a preliminary hearing scheduled for November 17th.
DECEMBER TRIAL APPROACHES IN NORTHUMBERLAND COUNTY MINK RELEASE CASE
The case against two Massachusetts residents accused of releasing 683 mink from a Northumberland County fur farm is moving toward a December trial. According to the Daily Item, Cara Mitrano and Celeste Legere are challenging evidence and expert testimony. Judge Paige Rosini has ordered another hearing over requested farm records and surveillance footage. A previous ruling allowed an ecoterrorism charge to proceed. No new rulings have been announced.
MIELE MANUFACTURING LAYS OFF 60 WORKERS FOLLOWING SKILL GAMES RULING
A Lycoming County manufacturer has laid off roughly 43 percent of its workforce following Pennsylvania’s ban on electronic skill games. Miele Manufacturing in Muncy Township says 60 employees have lost their jobs, leaving about 80 workers. The layoffs follow a state Supreme Court ruling classifying skill games as slot machines, requiring gaming licenses. The company says manufacturing and sales of the machines have stopped, but its amusement business continues. The ruling is also affecting bars, restaurants and other businesses statewide.
FREE FRAUD PREVENTION WORKSHOP SET FOR TUESDAY IN LEWISBURG
The Union County Sheriff’s Office and Pennsylvania Attorney General’s Office are hosting a free fraud prevention workshop tomorrow. The Scammer’s Playbook will teach residents how criminals build false relationships, gain trust and create urgency to manipulate victims. Common scams, warning signs and emerging technology will also be discussed. The interactive workshop runs from 1 to 3 at the Country Inn and Suites in Lewisburg. Contact the Union County Sheriff’s Office to reserve a seat.
SPORTS
NASCAR Championship
Kyle Larson is NASCAR’s Cup Series champion for the second straight year, claiming his third title in six seasons Sunday at Homestead-Miami Speedway. Larson clinched the championship during the opening stage and finished 12th in the race. He’s the first driver to win back-to-back titles since Jimmie Johnson in 2010. Ryan Blaney won the season finale, passing Tyler Reddick with just over a lap remaining.
NFL
Bengals 34 Falcons 17
Cowboys 27 Colts 23
Chiefs 35 Jets 12
Giants 19 Eagles 11
Rams 20 Commanders 13
Packers 45 Patriots 27
Bears 27 Buccaneers 24
NFL Monday Night Football
Bills vs Vikings 8:15pm ESPN/ABC
NHL
Bruins 4 Panthers 1
Golden Knights 4 Sabres 1
Devils 4 Maple Leafs 0
Flames 4 Flyers 3 /OT
Ducks 5 Penguins 2
NHL Tonight
Rangers vs Oilers 8pm ESPN+
Flyers vs Canucks 9:30pm ESPN+
Islanders vs Sharks 10pm ESPN+
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