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Keller, Toomey denounce actions at U.S. Capitol

WASHINGTON - 12th Congressional District representative Fred Keller, a republican, has denounced the chaotic protest that erupted at the U.S. Capitol Wednesday afternoon. Angry supporters of President Donald Trump stormed the U.S. Capitol aimed at thwarting a peaceful transfer of power, forcing lawmakers to be rushed from the building and interrupting challenges to Joe Biden's Electoral College victory. "The violence happening at the U.S. Capitol is shameful, completely unacceptable, and un-America. This is not how our Republic should operate and the rioters must be fully prosecuted. ...

Preliminary hearing set for homicide case

LOCK HAVEN - Jamie Lynne Jackson, 36, of Lock Haven, requested a full preliminary hearing on homicide charges for the death of 9-year-old Anson Landon Mitchell Stover. The hearing is scheduled for Jan. 21 at 1 p.m. at Magisterial District Judge Keith Kibler's Office, 301 Frederick St., Lock ...

Travel restrictions ordered for Friday due to storm

In anticipation of frozen precipitation and potentially icy road conditions in many areas on Friday, Jan. 1, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) is advising motorists to avoid all unnecessary travel during the upcoming storm that start around noonish. PennDOT plans to implement travel restrictions on trucks and other vehicles on certain roads around the state, which will remain in place until conditions warrant their removal. Effective at 10 a.m. Jan 1, , vehicle restrictions are implemented reflecting Level 3 of the commonwealth's weather event vehicle restriction ...

Boil Water Advisory issued in City of Lock Haven

ATTENTION—BOIL WATER ADVISORY - The following statement was issued by the City of Lock Haven on New Year's Eve: The Residents of 459, 466, 468, 507, 512, and 520 S Highland Street/ 117, 119, 150, and 200 Peach Street/ and 469 S Fairview Street may be at increased risk for Microbial Contamination. On Thursday, December 31 , 2020, we experienced a loss of positive water pressure due to a line repair. Residents should not drink the water without boiling it first. Bring all water to a rolling boil, let it boil for one minute, and let it cool before using; or use bottled water. ...

Take heed: Storm causes travel restrictions

HARRISBURG – In preparation for a major winter storm event, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) and the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission (PTC) are advising motorists to avoid all unnecessary travel during the storm, and are anticipating that restrictions on trucks and other vehicles will be imposed on certain roadways around the state. “We have been preparing for winter since the last one ended, and we’re calling on the public to be our partners in safe travel,” said PennDOT Secretary Yassmin Gramian. “Please, avoid traveling and if you must travel, be sure ...

No Lock Haven Express delivery Thursday

Due to the snow storm, your Lock Haven Express community paper will not be delivered on Thursday because of hazardous roads. Both Thursday and Friday papers will be delivered tomorrow. The Express appreciates readers' patience as it works to help insure the safety of its employees and carriers. Feel free to call 570-748-6791 if there are any delivery or other issues. Please be safe!