STATE PRISON FOR MAN GUILTY OF ABUSE OF INFANT SON
A Sunbury man who admitted to severely abusing his infant son has been sentenced to 14 years in state prison. According to The Daily Item, 24-year-old Jeremy Erb pleaded guilty to assaulting his 5-month-old child. Investigators say the baby was taken to Geisinger Medical Center with bruises, scratches and blood in one ear. Doctors also discovered several broken ribs in different stages of healing. Authorities say Erb later admitted he squeezed the infant hard enough to cause the injuries on three separate occasions.
SECOND SUSPECT CHARGED IN 2023 KIDNAPPING, MURDER
A second suspect has been charged in connection with the 2023 killing of a Williamsport man who police say was kidnapped and robbed before being shot. Investigators say 38-year-old Davon Tamel Grissom worked with Benjamin Villanueva to lure Jermaine Mullen to a dark area of the city after seeing him show cash at the Valley Inn. Mullen was found shot multiple times near his still-running car on Memorial Avenue. Villanueva has already been convicted of murder. Grissom now faces charges including second-degree murder, kidnapping, robbery and conspiracy and is currently incarcerated on unrelated charges.
SOLAR ENERGY PUSH IN PA
Two nonprofits are partnering to expand solar energy across Pennsylvania. The Capital Good Fund and the Pennsylvania Solar Center say the effort could develop nearly 40 million dollars in solar projects over the next four years. The plan supports about 70 projects through the GET Solar program. Small businesses, nonprofits and municipalities will be able to install solar with no money down through the Pennsylvania BRIGHT initiative. Officials say participants could save about 25 percent on electricity costs each year while expanding access to clean energy statewide.
EAGLE SCOUT FROM MUNCY MAKES HISTORY
A Muncy teenager is making history in local scouting. Fifteen-year-old Aubrey Lynn Kreisher has become the first female Eagle Scout from Muncy. The Troop 38G member earned the rank during a Court of Honor held at St. Andrew Lutheran Church. For her Eagle Scout project, Kreisher led volunteers in planting more than 125 native trees at Rider Park in Trout Run to improve habitat for American Woodcock birds. The Muncy High School freshman also created educational signs for visitors and received recognition from several local and state officials.
MAN CHARGED IN ASSAULT INCIDENT FROM 2025
A Williamsport man is facing multiple charges following an alleged assault that happened last fall. Police say 43-year-old Seneca Martin Mitchell strangled a woman during an argument at her apartment in September. According to court documents, Mitchell jumped over a table, grabbed the victim by the neck and later slammed her onto a bed, preventing her from breathing. Investigators say he also took and threw her phone as she tried to call 911. Mitchell is charged with strangulation, simple assault, harassment and disorderly conduct and is being held in Lycoming County Prison on $35,000 bail.
JAILED MAN TO BE RESENTENCED A Shamokin man convicted in a child pornography case has been resentenced to prison after violating probation. A Northumberland County judge ordered 60-year-old John Jurevicz Jr. to serve 12 to 48 months in state prison. Court records show he had originally received five years of probation in 2024 along with six months of house arrest and registration under Megan’s Law. Prosecutors say the violations included possessing a social media account and an offensive weapon. Although he has credit for time already served, Jurevicz will now be transferred to a state correctional facility.
MIDDLEBURG COMMUNITY POOL CLOSING
A community swimming pool that served Middleburg families for decades is closing permanently. The Middleburg Area Recreation Association announced this week the pool will shut down after more than 50 years of operation. Board members say rising costs for staff, chemicals, repairs and maintenance created a growing financial deficit, and revenue from the short summer season can no longer cover expenses. Officials called the decision difficult and thanked the community for years of support. The announcement has already sparked discussions about possible fundraising efforts to help support future recreation options.
CHARTER DAY IN PENNSYLVANIA
Pennsylvania is marking its 345th birthday with a statewide celebration this weekend. The Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission is hosting special events Sunday, including a rare public viewing of William Penn’s original 1681 charter at the Pennsylvania State Archives in Harrisburg. The document, normally kept in a secure vault, will be on display from noon to 4 p.m. Visitors can also enjoy free admission to The State Museum of Pennsylvania and several historic sites across the state, including the Joseph Priestley House in Northumberland. The events are also part of the lead-up to America’s 250th anniversary.
SPORTS
NCAA Men’s Basketball
Arkansas 105 Texas 85
Miami 77 SMU 69
Saint Louis 79 Loyola Chicago 65
Purdue 70 Northwestern 66
Houston 77 Baylor 64
NCAA Men’s Basketball Tonight
Michigan vs Iowa 8pm Peacock
Rutgers vs Michigan State 8pm FS1
NCAA Football News Legendary college football coach Lou Holtz has died at the age of 89. Holtz led several programs during a five-decade career, most notably guiding Notre Dame to the 1988 national championship. After retiring from coaching, he became a popular college football analyst on ESPN. Holtz died peacefully at his home in Orlando surrounded by family, according to a statement from Notre Dame.
NBA
Thunder 103 Knicks 100
Hornets 118 Celtics 89
76ers 106 Jazz 102
Trail Blazers 122 Grizzlies 114
Hawks 131 Bucks 113
Clippers 130 Pacers 107
NBA Tonight
Mavericks vs Magic 7pm
Jazz vs Wizards 7pm
Nets vs Heat 7:30pm
Warriors vs Rockets 7:30pm PrimeVid
Pistons vs Spurs 8pm
Lakers vs Nuggets 10pm PrimeVid
Pelicans vs Kings 10pm
NHL
Golden Knights 4 Red Wings 3
Devils 4 Maple Leafs 3
Hurricanes 6 Canucks 4
Ducks 5 Islanders 1
Blues 3 Kraken 2
NHL Tonight
Maple Leafs vs Rangers 7pm ESPN+
Mammoth vs Flyers 7pm ESPN+
Sabres vs Penguins 7pm ESPN+
Islanders vs Kings 9:30pm ESPN
PIAA Boys HS Basketball Friday 3/6
Coventry Christian vs. Sullivan County – 6:00 PM – Williamsport HS
Big Spring vs. Lewisburg – 7:00 PM – Lewisburg
North Penn-Liberty vs. York Country Day – 7:00 PM – York College
Valley View vs. Montoursville – 7:00 PM – Montoursville
Mount Carmel vs. Bishop McDevitt – 7:00 PM – Bishop McDevitt
Bonner-Prendie vs. Selinsgrove – 7:00 PM – Selinsgrove
Lourdes Regional vs. Bethlehem Catholic – 7:30 PM – Easton MS
PIAA Girls HS Basketball Friday 3/6
Northwest Area vs. Mountain View – 6:00 PM – Lakeland HS
Holy Redeemer vs. Loyalsock– 7:00 PM – Loyalsock
Mount Carmel vs. Dunmore – 7:00 PM – Dunmore
Wyoming Seminary College Prep vs. Muncy – 7:00 PM – Muncy
Southern Columbia vs. Williams Valley – 7:00 PM – Williams Valley
Troy vs. Cambria Heights – 7:00 PM – Cambria Heights
Columbia vs. Hughesville – 7:30 PM – Williamsport HS
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