SHAMOKIN MAN JAILED AFTER FLEEING POLICE, AGAIN
A Shamokin man with a history of fleeing police is back behind bars after another dangerous chase, this time ending in a crash in Locust Gap. According to the News Item, police say 30-year-old Cody Glosek refused to stop Wednesday night, leading officers on a high-speed pursuit through Mount Carmel and Mount Carmel Township at speeds topping 80 miles an hour. The chase ended when Glosek lost control and crashed. Officers say alcohol was involved, and Glosek now faces multiple felony and DUI charges and is jailed on 50-thousand dollars bail.
ICE PROTESTS IN DOWNTOWN WILLIAMSPORT
About 250 people gathered at the corner of Market and Third streets in Williamsport over the weekend to protest Immigration and Customs Enforcement operations nationwide. According to North Central PA dot com, organizers with local advocacy groups say the rally focused on recent fatal encounters involving ICE officers and concerns about enforcement actions affecting Lycoming County residents. Several speakers shared personal stories and called for accountability, while new City Councilman Jonah Milliken attended to voice solidarity with the crowd despite snowy conditions.
FCFP GRANT FOR WILLIAMSPORT FIREFIGHTER GEAR
The Williamsport Bureau of fire has been awarded an 11-thousand-dollar grant from the First Community Foundation Partnership of Pennsylvania to replace worn out ballistic protective vests. The funding, approved through the Lycoming County Emergency Services Grant Program, will be used to upgrade outdated vests that have exceeded their service life. City officials say the new equipment will help protect firefighters during high-risk responses and major events, Mayor Derek Slaughter says the vests are critical to keeping firefighters safe while serving the community.
BETSY ROSS HELPS KICK OFF THE FARM SHOW
A familiar face from American history helped kick off the 2026 Pennsylvania Farm Show this weekend. A Betsy Ross impersonator appeared during the opening ceremony, tying agriculture to the nation’s founding and praising farmers for feeding and clothing the Continental Army. State officials say the moment underscored the Farm Show’s theme, “Growing a Nation,” and launched Pennsylvania’s America250PA commemorations, alongside a color guard, mounted state police, and live music. Get details online at farmshow.pa.gov.
WOMAN CHARGED AFTER SHE GIFTED A GUN TO A KNOWN FELON
A county woman is facing felony charges for allegedly giving a gun to a man she knew was not allowed to have one. According to the Sun Gazette, investigators say 27-year-old Kara Marie Watkins admitted she gave a handgun as a gift to 26-year-old Jaziah Strickland, a convicted felon. Police later seized the firearm during Strickland’s arrest in Lewisburg, where it was found inside a diaper bag. Strickland remains jailed on 75-thousand dollars bail, while Watkins is free on bail after waiving her preliminary hearing.
SOME COAL TOWNSHIP COMMISSIONERS TOOK UNAUTHORIZED INSURANCE COVERAGE
Questions are being raised in Coal Township after officials confirmed that some current and former commissioners received taxpayer-funded health benefits without any public vote or authorizing ordinance. According to records released by Commissioner Vinny Clausi, no documentation exists approving medical benefits that were provided to commissioners over several years. A Right-to-Know response from township officials confirmed there was no ordinance, resolution, or motion approving the benefits, prompting calls for greater transparency in township government.
ACTIVE SHOOTER EXERCISE AT BLOOMSBURG
An active shooter training exercise is scheduled this week at Commonwealth University’s Bloomsburg campus. The Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania Bloomsburg Police Department says about 30 officers will take part in drills Monday and Tuesday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. inside the Bakeless Center. The training is part of the FBI’s Advanced Law Enforcement Rapid Response Training program and will include the use of simulated munitions, with officials emphasizing there is no threat to the public.
LARGE CROWDS AT FARM SHOW FOR THE WEEKEND
The 2026 Pennsylvania Farm Show is off and running in Harrisburg, with opening day crowds arriving early Saturday for food, exhibits, and tradition. The 1,000-pound 2026 Butter Sculpture was unveiled last week at the Farm Show Complex in Harrisburg, honoring America’s 250th anniversary depicting Ben Franklin and the Founding Fathers signing the Declaration of Independence. The eight-day event runs through January 17th, with free admission, 15-dollar parking, and displays celebrating agriculture and Pennsylvania pride. Details, schedules, and events are available online at farmshow.pa.gov.
SPORTS
PIAA Boys HS Wrestling
Central Mountain held off undefeated Mifflinburg to claim the school’s first Heartland Athletic Conference championship.
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Jeff Behrman (BEAR man), over the weekend, was officially introduced as the new Bucknell Head Football Coach, after Dave Cecchini (cha KEY knee) was let go last month.
Behrman comes to Lewisburg from his alma mater, John Carroll, where he guided the Blue Streaks to a 29-7 record in three seasons as head coach.
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