POLICE: PARENTS TO BE HELD ACCOUNTABLE FOR JUVENILE CRIMES
Police in Williamsport say parents and guardians will be held accountable for certain illegal activity involving juveniles under their care. According to Penn Live, the warning comes as officers report an increase in youth-related incidents, including disturbances, curfew violations, vehicle thefts and gun-related crimes. Police say solving the problem requires support from families, schools and the community. Officers also plan to increase bike and foot patrols while urging residents to report suspicious activity involving juveniles.
TRANSPORTATION PROGRAM FEEDBACK SOUGHT BY SEDA-COG
The SEDA-Council of Governments Metropolitan Planning Organization is asking for public feedback on two major transportation planning documents covering eight central Pennsylvania counties. The 30-day comment period runs through May 22 for the draft 2050 Long-Range Transportation Plan and the 2027 to 2030 Transportation Improvement Program. Officials say the plans outline future priorities for roads, bridges, public transit, freight movement and pedestrian projects across the region.
PA FILES SUIT AGAINST CHATBOT COMPANY
Pennsylvania is suing the company behind the AI platform Character.AI, accusing its chatbots of illegally presenting themselves as licensed medical professionals. The lawsuit filed by the state asks a court to stop the chatbots from offering what officials describe as unauthorized medical advice. Governor Josh Shapiro says Pennsylvanians deserve to know whether they are interacting with a real doctor or artificial intelligence online. Character.AI says its platform includes disclaimers stating the chats are fictional and not professional advice.
FORMER CEO OF UNITED WAY TO BE HONORED IN WILLIAMSPORT
The United Way of North Central Pennsylvania will honor former executive director Scott N. Lowery with the 2025 Douglas C. Dickey Humanitarian Award during its annual dinner May 20 in Williamsport. The award recognizes decades of community service, including Lowery’s leadership with United Way and longtime involvement with youth sports and the Little League Baseball World Series. The award celebrates individuals whose leadership and generosity have made a lasting impact across Lycoming, Sullivan and Tioga counties.
CHARGES FILED AFTER WOMAN HARRASSES WITH PEPPER SPRAY
Police in Mifflinburg say a woman is facing charges after allegedly spraying pepper spray on a neighbor’s apartment door multiple times. Investigators say the victim reported an orange greasy substance that caused coughing and skin irritation. After a similar incident in December, police advised the victim to install a camera, which allegedly captured 37-year-old Jasmine Forte-Alsaeed spraying the area outside the apartment in March. Forte-Alsaeed faces several misdemeanor charges, and a preliminary hearing is scheduled for May 26.
DANVILLE FLOOD WALL TO CLOSE FOR DRILLS IN JUNE
Motorists traveling into Danville are being advised to plan ahead for a temporary closure of the Route 11 flood wall on Sunday, June 14. Borough officials say the flood wall will be closed from 5 a.m. until 1 p.m. for emergency preparedness exercises. Drivers are encouraged to use alternate routes and expect minor delays in the area. Officials say the exercise is necessary to help maintain community safety and emergency readiness, with access expected to reopen once the drills are complete.
NEW SHERIFF IN NORTHUMBERLAND COUNTY
Bob Wolfe announced he will retire as sheriff of Northumberland County at the end of May after more than a decade in the position. According to the Daily Item, Wolfe made the announcement during Wednesday’s prison board meeting, saying the time was right to step away from public life and spend more time with family. Chief Deputy Sheriff Curtis Cooke is expected to take over the office. County leaders praised Wolfe’s years of service, saying he always had the county’s best interests in mind and will be greatly missed.
PLAN GIVE AWAY IN SHAMOKIN
Shamokin Community Gardens and Far Better Together are teaming up for a free vegetable plant giveaway in Shamokin. Residents can pick up free pepper and tomato plants Saturday, May 16th from 9 a.m. to noon at the Shamokin-Coal Township Public Library on East Independence Street. Organizers say the event is designed to promote healthy eating, sustainable gardening and community involvement. Supplies are limited, so attendees are encouraged to arrive early.
SPORTS
PIAA HS Baseball/Softball
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MLB
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