POLICE LOOKING FOR HELP IN FINDING SUSPECTS FOR THEFTS
Lock Haven City Police News Release November 30, 2021 Incidents: 1. Theft – On 11-29-21, two incidents of theft of catalytic converters were reported. The catalytic converters were cut off vehicles in the 300 block of E Clinton St and 10 block of S Henderson St.
MAN THREATENED WOMAN AND HER DOG
A domestic dispute turned violent when a Jersey Shore man threatened he would shoot his girlfriend and her dog. Robert Emel threatened the female and then began smashing her belongings. In the process of smashing her television, Emel injured himself. The female took him to the Geisinger Jersey Shore Hospital for treatment. According to SUN Gazette, Emel was arraigned before District Justice Lepley on multiple charges including terroristic threats and simple assault and released on $10,000 bail.
COVID-19 CASES LOCALLY UPDATED
The Pennsylvania Department of Health on Wednesday reported new COVID-19 cases. Clinton County reported 36 new cases. In Centre County 112 new cases were recorded. Lycoming County added 95 new cases. There were 88 new cases in Northumberland County, 36 in Snyder County, 16 in Union County and 14 in Montour. Tioga county had 16 new cases listed yesterday.
ELECTRIC BILLS COULD SEE AN INCREASE
Electric consumers may see potentially large winter energy cost increases in some areas, as most utilities are adjusting their prices for electric generation, according to the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PUC) To avoid the possibility of “sticker shock” from high bills during the coming cold months, the PUC reminds residential and commercial customers that the start of winter is an important time to compare prices for electric generation, evaluate competitive supplier options and explore ways to conserve and save. The PUC also reminds families to explore energy conservation to help manage bills and reduce energy usage.
The 2022 Pennsylvania Auto Show has been cancelled.
The Harrisburg Automotive Trade Association’s Board of Directors have made the difficult decision not to produce a 2022 PA Auto Show. The 2022 Auto Show was scheduled to be held January 27-30, 2022 at the PA Farm Show Complex. A typical show hosts more than 30 manufacturers with the latest vehicles and technology, but automotive manufacturer production has slowed significantly due to the COVID pandemic and the resulting global microchip shortage. With continued low inventory levels and current conditions, we unfortunately cannot produce an event of the caliber that show-goers have come to expect and deserve. Plans for the 2023 show will begin immediately with the goal of making a great show experience and a wide array of vehicles available.
REACCREDITION TO LOCAL HOSPITAL FOR CARDIOVASCULAR CERTIFICATION
Corazon, Inc., a national leader in services for the cardiovascular specialty based in Pittsburgh, has granted reaccreditation to the Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI) program at Evangelical Community Hospital. As a result of a successful examination of policies, procedures, staff education, and skills exhibited, the Hospital has been reaccredited for one year. By doing a yearly inspection of the service, the Hospital is able to stay on track with what is already working well and implement any new quality measures that emerge.
SPENDING PLAN FOR PENNSYLANIAS ROADWAYS
Governor Tom Wolf shared an overview of enhancements Pennsylvania anticipates receiving through the passage of President Joe Biden’s bold, historic $1.2 trillion Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act. Based on historical formula funding, the White House anticipates Pennsylvania receiving the following infrastructure improvements with federal funding to include but not limited to: Repair and rebuild roads and bridges with a focus on climate change mitigation, resilience, equity, and safety for all users, including cyclists and pedestrians. Help connect every Pennsylvanian to reliable high-speed internet. Prepare more of our infrastructure for the impacts of climate change, cyber-attacks, and extreme weather events and deliver clean drinking water to Pennsylvanians.
DRIVE-THRU CHRISTMAS EVENT
You can drive through a Christmas wonderland starting Friday Dec 3 at the Lycoming County Fairgrounds in Hughesville. Every Friday and Saturday through the first three weekends in December from 5-8pm, drivers can wind through and experience a live nativity on select evenings, Santa and other Christmas joys without leaving the comfort of your car. According to SUN Gazette, although there is no charge, donations will be collected, to expand the display in the future.
RETAIL THEFT OF APPLE WATCHES FROM WALMART
Five Apple Series 6 Apple watches with a total value of upwards of $2000 were taken from Selinsgrove Walmart on Monday, Nov 29. According to police, the actor took possession of the watches and successfully passed all points of sale without paying before fleeing the scene via a motor vehicle, traveling north on North Susquehanna Trail. The investigation is ongoing.
