TOWANDA WOMAN CHARGED IN DEATHS OF HUSBAND AND THREE-YEAR-OLD SON
A Towanda woman is accused of killing her husband and three-year-old son at a Pocono Mountains resort. Police say 27-year-old Metallica Rose Harrison of Pratt Avenue faces two homicide charges after officers discovered the bodies Monday inside a room at Great Wolf Lodge in Monroe County. Her husband, Charles Harrison, and their young son were pronounced dead. Harrison was found injured and taken to a hospital. Investigators describe it as an isolated domestic incident. Harrison is expected to be arraigned today.
WILLIAMSPORT CONSIDERS NEW RESTRICTIONS ON RV AND TRUCK PARKING
Williamsport is looking to crack down on recreational vehicles and other large vehicles parked for extended periods on city streets. Mayor Derek Slaughter says complaints have increased about motorhomes, campers and tractor trailers creating traffic hazards. A proposed ordinance amendment would expand existing parking restrictions to include those vehicles. Visitors could park for up to 24 hours, but longer stays would be prohibited. Vehicle owners would receive a warning before being ticketed. Officials say the goal is improving public safety.
STATE LAWMAKER PROPOSES PLAN TO LOWER ELECTRIC BILLS
A Pennsylvania lawmaker wants to give communities more bargaining power to lower electric bills. State Representative Nathan Davidson is proposing legislation allowing municipalities and counties to purchase electricity collectively for residents and small businesses. Residential electricity prices have jumped nearly 46 percent since 2018. The proposal would allow customers to opt out without penalties while requiring consumer protections and rate transparency. Existing utility companies would continue delivering electricity.
CLINTON COUNTY FOUNDATION OPENS APPLICATIONS FOR 2027 GRANTS
Nonprofits and local governments serving Clinton County can now apply for 2027 grants through the Clinton County Community Foundation. The foundation has supported everything from food banks and ambulance services to health clinics and programs for children. Eligible applicants must be recognized nonprofits or government agencies, and applications are due December first by 5 p.m. Organizations receiving grants this year must also submit spending reports by that deadline. Guidelines and applications are available at clintoncountyfoundation.org.
MIFFLINBURG DOG BREEDERS PLEAD NO CONTEST TO ANIMAL NEGLECT CHARGES
Two Union County dog breeders have pleaded no contest to dozens of charges involving animal neglect and operating an unlicensed kennel. According to the Daily Item, 42-year-old Giuseppe Mazzamuto and 53-year-old Jennifer Zerbe of Buffalo Township each entered pleas to 76 offenses. Investigators found 88 dogs at their Mifflinburg property last December, many suffering from untreated medical conditions and inadequate care. A judge has ordered pre-sentence investigations. No sentencing date has been set.
GALETON RESIDENTS LOSE 25-THOUSAND DOLLARS IN APPLE SUPPORT SCAM
State police in Potter County are warning residents about an Apple Support scam that cost two Galeton residents 25-thousand dollars. Troopers say a 78-year-old woman and 52-year-old man were contacted by callers posing as Apple Support, promising a refund if they completed a wire transfer. The theft happened in West Branch Township in August. Police remind residents never to provide personal or banking information to unsolicited callers. The investigation is ongoing.
PENNSYLVANIA HEATING OIL PRICES APPROACH RECORD HIGHS
Pennsylvania heating oil prices are nearing record highs as winter approaches. The statewide average reached five dollars and 83 cents a gallon, making a 100-gallon delivery cost 583 dollars. That’s more than 250 dollars higher than last year. Federal officials predict heating oil costs could rise 21 percent this winter.
STATE SENATE APPROVES BILL RESTRICTING HARMFUL CHEMICALS IN FIREFIGHTING FOAM
Pennsylvania firefighters could soon have greater protection from potentially harmful chemicals found in firefighting foam. The state Senate has overwhelmingly approved a bipartisan bill sponsored by Senator Gene Yaw that would restrict the manufacture, sale and use of foam containing PFAS, known as forever chemicals, beginning in 2027. The chemicals have been linked to health problems and water contamination. The bill includes exemptions for airports and certain industrial facilities. The measure now heads to the House.
SPORTS
PIAA HS Sports
Girl’s Volleyball Today
Hughesville vs Midd-West 6:30pm
Montoursville vs West Branch 6:30pm
Danville vs Central Columbia 6:45pm
Coudersport vs Galeton 7pm
Lewisburg vs Jersey Shore 7pm
Bald Eagle Area vs Williamsport 7pm
MLB – American League Championship Series
Rays 3 Guardians 1 tied 1-1
MLB – National League Championship Series
Brewers vs Dodgers 8pm FS1 MIL up 2
MLB News
The American League Championship Series is tied at one game apiece after Tampa Bay beat Cleveland 3-1 Tuesday night. A fourth-inning error by Guardians third baseman Jose Ramirez led to three unearned runs, including a two-run single by Liam Hicks. Rays pitcher Freddy Peralta threw six scoreless innings. Game Three is Thursday in Cleveland.
NHL
Devils 5 Red Wings 4/OT
Hurricanes 4 Capitals 2
Kraken 3 Flyers 2
Rangers 4 Lightning 1
Blues 7 Senators 2
Islanders 3 Canucks 2
Blackhawks 5 Penguins 3
NHL Tonight
Canadians vs Capitals 7:30pm ESPN+
Stars vs Avalanche 8:30pm TNT
NHL News
The Philadelphia Flyers remain winless after falling to Seattle 3-2 in a shootout Tuesday night. Christian Dvorak and Trevor Zegras scored third-period goals to erase a two-goal deficit, but Seattle’s Bobby McMann delivered the shootout winner. The Flyers drop to 0-5-and-3.
NFL Thursday
Seahawks vs Broncos 8:15 PrimeVid
NFL Sunday
Texans vs Jaguars 9:30am London
Panthers vs Eagles 1pm CBS
Steelers vs Buccaneers 1pm CBS
Saints vs Giants 1pm FOX
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