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Non-credible bomb threat made at Centre County Elections Office

BELLEFONTE — The Willowbank Building in Bellefonte, Pa., which houses the Centre County Elections Office, was temporarily evacuated to investigate a bomb threat received via email to the Elections Office on Tuesday night, according to a release from Centre County Government officials. Centre County is among roughly a dozen Pennsylvania counties to receive threats. Out of an abundance of caution, the Willowbank Building was cleared for about an hour while state and local police investigated the threat and swept the building. After completing the sweep, state and local police ...

NOAA: Clinton County under fire watch

LOCK HAVEN — The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has placed a Fire Weather Watch for Clinton County and surrounding areas today. With dry conditions, low humidity and high winds there is an elevated risk for wildfires. According to information provided by the Clinton County Department of Emergency Services, here’s how you can keep your community safe: — Avoid outdoor burning or using equipment that could spark a fire. — Secure trailers and chains to prevent sparks on roadways. — Dispose of cigarettes responsibly. — Stay informed on any ...

Verizon experiences outage in Lock Haven area

LOCK HAVEN - Verizon customers in the Lock Haven area may have noticed their data, internet and other services stopped working Tuesday afternoon. According to Verizon's "Check Network Status" service at https://www.verizon.com/support/check-network-status/ the Lock Haven area is experiencing limited data, voice text and wireless home internet services beginning at about 1:30 p.m. As of Tuesday afternoon, Verizon was estimating services would be restored at about 1:32 a.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 18. No further details were made immediately available about what may be causing the ...

Accidents close Route 220 northbound at Avis

A three-car accident at milemarker 119.4 along Route 220 northbound in Pine Creek Township has forced the highway to close at the Avis exit, snarling the evening commute for many. Clinton County Fire Wire was reporting that emergency crews were en route to the area following "multiple vehicle accidents in the area." Another multiple vehicle accident had occurred near the PA-44 north/Pine Creek exit, also on 220 northbound. Drivers are asked to exercise "extreme caution" when traveling through or around the area. This is a developing story.

Torrential storm brings floods, power outages to area

A slow-moving severe thunderstorm passed through Lock Haven Thursday night, causing headaches for many. Emergency crews worked tireless for hours clearing downed trees and power lines, as well as responding to multiple calls of entrapment as vehicles got stuck in rapidly-rising floodwaters ...