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Woodward PD investigating criminal mischief at Riverview Park, seeks help identifying suspects

Police, court and fires July 1, 2026

DUNNSTOWN — The Woodward Township Police Department is seeking information about suspects believed to be involved in a criminal mischief incident that occurred between 1:30 and 2 a.m. on June 23 at Riverview Park. Police said security footage captured two vehicles — a gray sedan and a blue sedan — as well as a bearded man dressed in black near the scene of the alleged crime. Police said the man, whose photograph was released by the department, was present at the time of the incident. Authorities did not disclose the nature of the incident beyond saying it involved damage ...

Another late state budget appears to be in the offing

Local news July 1, 2026

With the budget deadline looming Tuesday night, few details have emerged from negotiations between Gov. Josh Shapiro and leaders of the Senate Republican and House Democratic majorities. And with Senate rules requiring the bill that will ultimately contain the budget to be read on three separate days, the earliest a budget could pass is Wednesday. A spokesperson for Shapiro pointed to comments he made at an event in Monroe County Friday. “There’s no excuses anymore. The legislature has a legal responsibility to show up for work, to do their jobs and to put a budget on my desk,” ...

Centre marks nation’s 250th with weekend of celebrations

Local news July 1, 2026

BELLEFONTE — As the nation prepares to celebrate its 250th birthday, Centre County has officially designated Friday and Saturday, July 3 and 4, as its Semiquincentennial Celebration Weekend. During their final meeting before the holiday weekend, the Centre County commissioners approved a ...

Town Meeting volunteers kick off annual event in Jersey Shore

Community July 1, 2026

PHOTO PROVIDED Volunteer members of the Jersey Shore Town Meeting welcomed the 2026 Celebration at the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony this week. The Jersey Shore Town Meeting is celebrating its 65th year with two other major milestones boosting the importance of the event — the borough ...

Tyrone man indicted over conspiracy to produce child pornography

Police, court and fires July 1, 2026

WILLIAMSPORT — The United States Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of Pennsylvania announced that Morris W. Reese, 65, of Tyrone, was recently indicted by a federal grand jury on one charge of conspiracy to produce child pornography. According to United States Attorney Brian D. Miller, the indictment alleges that Reese conspired with others to produce child pornography from November 2024 to November of 2025. The FBI, the Pennsylvania State Police and the Centre County District Attorney’s Office investigated the case, according to a statement by the U.S. Attorney’s ...

Around the Town

Community July 1, 2026

Good Day to Tim Rickert, of Marsh Creek! Word of the Day Catercorner — both an adverb and an adjective — in a diagonal or oblique position. Quote of the Day “If you can’t stand the heat, don’t go to Cancun in the summer.” — Ben Stein Baby Rave Baby Rave is a family-friendly dance party created especially for little ones ages 0-4 and the people who love them most. On Aug. 29 from 4-6 p.m. at Bald Birds Brewing Company, families can enjoy music from a live DJ, kid-themed drinks and snacks, dancing, lights and a fun atmosphere designed for tiny feet and big ...