DuBois Area United Way provides update amidst Suplizio federal indictment Friday, December 1 by wcednewsDUBOIS – As federal fraud and conspiracy charges move forward against Herm Suplizio, the DuBois Area United Way maintains that the organization has cooperated fully in the investigation of its former director. In a prepared statement... Read More.
Police release internal investigation results in Jayland Walker’s death Wednesday, November 29 by ABC News(AKRON, Ohio) -- The Akron Police Department has finished an internal investigation into the fatal police killing of Jayland Walker, following a car and foot chase by police on June 27, 2022.Akron Chief of Police Stephen Mylett said the findings showed that "the use... Read More.
Jefferson County man arrested after openly carrying gun Friday, November 10 by Louise BennettPUNXSUTAWNEY — A Jefferson County man who is not allowed to have a gun due to his mental health concerns, was arrested last week for openly carrying in Punxsutawney.According to court documents, 30-year-old Damian Barch was charged with illegally possessing a firearm.Punxsutawney Police say... Read More.
DOJ opens investigation into Lexington, Mississippi police department Thursday, November 9 by ABC News(WASHINGTON) -- The Justice Department announced Wednesday it has opened a civil investigation into the City of Lexington, Mississippi, and its police department to determine whether law enforcement engages in unconstitutional policing.The investigation is just the latest in a series of similar “pattern or... Read More.
State Police investigate vandalism in Curwensville Thursday, November 9 by Louise BennettCURWENSVILLE — Police are investigating the spray-painting of racial slurs and symbols onto a building in Curwensville recently. According to State Police in Clearfield County, the vandalism was reported to them on Saturday. The vandalized building is located on Filbert Street, and the... Read More.
State Police stop attempt to steal over $2,400 from Jefferson County man Wednesday, November 8 by Louise BennettHENDERSON TWP. – An attempt to steal more than $2,400 from a Jefferson County man through a forged check was stopped last week.According to State Police, an unknown suspect stole the check, tried to forge it, and attempted to complete a mobile deposit several... Read More.
Punxsutawney man faces felony charges after fleeing from police with children in vehicle Saturday, November 4 by Louise Bennett PUNXSUTAWNEY— Two felonies, five misdemeanors, and a long list of traffic violations have been filed against a Punxsutawney man after he tried to get away from police with two young children in the vehicle. According to court documents, a Punxsutawney Police officer... Read More.
Jefferson County man jailed, charged with intentionally starting house fire Wednesday, October 25 by Louise BennettPERRY TWP. – A 51-year-old Jefferson County man has been jailed, and he is facing multiple charges for allegedly lighting a house on fire, intentionally.State Police say Leroy Harris of Punxsutawney is accused of arson with the danger of death, reckless burning, and risking... Read More.
No one injured after fire broke out at Jefferson County restaurant Wednesday, October 25 by Louise BennettPUNXSUTAWNEY — No one was hurt when a fire broke out at a Jefferson County restaurant Monday night.According to the county's emergency dispatch, the blaze was reported at Smokin' Pete's BBQ along Route 119 near Punxsutawney shortly after 7 p.m.Firefighters reportedly had the flames... Read More.
Scammer reportedly steals $10,000 from Elk County woman Wednesday, October 25 by Louise BennettRIDGWAY – An Elk County woman has reportedly been scammed out of $10,000.State Police say that the 59-year-old victim from Ridgway transferred the money electronically to an unidentified suspect who immediately stole the funds.The investigation continues.
