A rumor of an active shooter threat has two high school students facing misdemeanor charges. Nolan Michael Miller, of New Columbia, and Christopher Aviles-Robles of Montandon, were charged with disorderly conduct charges in the office of District Judge Michael Diehl. Because of the threat, classes on the day in question were moved to virtual learning.…… more »
Category Archives: Local News
BACKYARD BROADCASTING, LOCAL NEWS JAN 26, 2022
CONGRESSIONAL REVIEW ACT RESOLUTION IS READY Congressman Fred Keller released a statement in response to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) announcing its plan to withdraw President Biden’s vaccine mandate for private employers with more than 100 employees. In the statement Keller acknowledges the months of bipartisan pressure from the House and Senate and…… more »
BACKYARD BROADCASTING, LOCAL NEWS JAN 25, 2022
SINGLE DAY OPENING FOR TROUT SEASON The Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC) began its quarterly business meeting, held virtually with Commissioners and PFBC staff participating remotely, by reminding anglers about the upcoming statewide trout season and the importance of being safe on the ice and water. Under a change approved during its last meeting…… more »
BACKYARD BROADCASTING, LOCAL NEWS JAN 24, 2022
EARLY SATURDAY MORNING FIRE Flames tore through a residential neighborhood in Lycoming Township, yesterday morning. Multiple fire companies responded to the two alarm blaze in the 1800 block of Kenyon Aveue. According to Sun Gazette, a family of three and their pets safely escaped their burning home thanks to a security alarm. Reports noted damage…… more »
BACKYARD BROADCASTING, LOCAL NEWS JAN 22 & 23, 2022
MONKEYS ON THE LOOSE AFTER CRASH NEAR DANVILLE The crash involving a truck carrying 100 monkeys happened around 3:30 p.m. Friday afternoon. According to State Police, a truck carrying about 100 monkeys collided with a dump truck along Route 54 just off Interstate 80 near Danville. According to WNEP, the state police and the PA…… more »
BACKYARD BROADCASTING, LOCAL NEWS JAN 21, 2022
ADDITIONAL DUI CHARGES A Jersey Shore man faces additional charges as he sits in jail. Charles Daily Jr, in prison for driving intoxicated and striking a motorcyclist in November, is looking at additional DUI charges for a separate incident. According to Tiadaghton Valley Regional Police, Daily was released from the previous incarcertion with $50,000 bail,…… more »
BACKYARD BROADCASTING, LOCAL NEWS JAN 20, 2022
SIX MONTHS OF ABUSE A Williamsport man allegedly abused a woman over a six month period. Anthony Williams, allegedly struck the woman with a closed fist numerous times, according to Williamsport police. Over the past 6 months, this abuse continued as well as threats and not allowing her to leave. According to SUN Gazette, the…… more »
BACKYARD BROADCASTING, LOCAL NEWS JAN 19, 2022
SIX MONTHS OF ABUSE A Williamsport man allegedly abused a woman over a six month period. Anthony Williams, allegedly struck the woman with a closed fist numerous times, according to Williamsport police. Over the past 6 months, this abuse continued as well as threats and not allowing her to leave. According to SUN Gazette, the…… more »
BACKYARD BROADCASTING, LOCAL NEWS JAN 18, 2022
CLEAR THE SNOW OR FACE A FINE Clearing the snow in front of your residence or business does more than just clear a walkway, insurance companies report it is also the best way to prevent injuries and those lawsuits associated with snow and ice accidents. According to the Williamsport City Bureau of Codes there is…… more »
BACKYARD BROADCASTING, LOCAL NEWS JAN 17, 2022
SUNDAY EVENING FIRE Fire destroyed a home, leaving at least one person was homeless Sunday night on Cement Hollow Road. According to reports, around 8:25 pm last evening, Tiadaghton Valley Police arrived to find fire through a majority of the second floor. Fire reports say the first fire officer finding a fully involved structure upon…… more »