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News ArchiveWSYC News…Immediate News For The Immediate Area No Criminal Charges In Fatal Bus Crash
The Cumberland County DA's office says no charges will be filed in connection with an accident involving two school buses which claimed the life of one of the drivers. The accident happened during a emergency drill in front of James Burd Elementary School in Shippensburg on March 24th. Fifty-five-year-old Sharon Harry was exiting her bus through the rear emergency door when she was hit by the second bus. Harry was airlifted to Hershey Medical Center where she was pronounced dead of multiple injuries. A two week investigation led by Cumberland County District Attorney David Freed has cleared the driver of the other bus, Merle Snoke, of any criminal wrongdoing in the accident. Also exonerated was the bus company, Lee McBeth and Sons. Police Arrest Man Wanted In Maryland
State police in the Shippensburg area say they have arrested a Chambersburg man who was wanted in Maryland. It was around 2:40 Thursday morning when officers responded to a report of a fight at Pharo's Truck Stop on Hershey Road on Southampton Township. Authorities say among those arrested was 27-year-old Michael Thomas Witwer. They say a driver's license check revealed that Witwer is a fugitive from justice, wanted on outstanding warrants in Worcester County, Maryland. Police Officer Arrested On Charges Of Sexually Assaulting Two Young Girls
A man working as a police officer for Shippensburg University has been arrested on charges of sexually assaulting two young girls. Police say that 33-year-old Michael Fernsler was taken into custody on Friday night. The girls, who are both four-years-old, are members of a family that's friends with Fernsler. Fernsler has resigned his position with Shippensburg University, and is being held at Dauphin County Prison on 50-thousand-dollars bail. Ridership Increases For Shippensburg-Area Bus Service
More commuters in the Shippensburg area are turning to mass transit. For the month of February, the last month for which information is available, Capital Area Transit reports more than 61-hundred riders utilized regional bus service. It's the highest monthly total since the service was established in August 1999. For the first eight months of the current fiscal year, total ridership has increased 44-percent compared to the same period one year ago. The service is a collaboration between Capital Area Transit, Shippensburg University, and surrounding municipalities. New Reporting Center Designed To Ease Prison Overcrowding
Franklin County officials are taking steps aimed at reducing overcrowding at the county prison. A new day reporting center is in operation for nonviolent offenders who have served their minimum sentences. Those who report to the DRC, as it's called, will be subject to intensive training and treatment, as well as regular drug and alcohol testing. Twenty-five inmates are attending the DRC, with officials hoping to double that number before the end of the month. There are currently 341 inmates at the Franklin County Prison, 121 above capacity. Hit And Run Driver Sought
State Police in Cumberland County are looking for witnesses to a hit and run crash. At around 5:45 Sunday morning, a car driven by 21-year-old Rudell Harrison of Shippensburg was traveling northbound on I-81 between the Newville and Plainfield exits. Police say her car was struck from behind by a black vehicle, either a pickup or an SUV, which fled the scene. Harrison's vehicle suffered extensive damage. Fortunately, she was not hurt. The hit and run vehicle also suffered front end damage. Anyone who may have seen the crash or knows the whereabouts of the suspect vehicle is asked to contact State Police at Carlisle. Rumsfeld Says War On Terror Must Continue
Defense Secretary Donald Rumsfeld says terrorists may be the most brutal enemy America has ever faced. At a noontime speech at the U.S. Army War College in Carlisle, he said the enemy in the war on terror is capable of killing millions of people. He said the U.S. and its allies must remain on the offensive. Speaking to students and faculty members, Rumsfeld also emphasized that pulling troops out of Iraq won't stop terrorists from trying to attack the U.S. again. Shippensburg Bus Driver Hurt
A Shippensburg bus driver is hospitalized with traumatic injuries after being struck by another bus. Police say Sharon Harry was at the back of her bus to help students at James Burd Elementary with an emergency morning drill when she was struck by the bus behind hers. Police say the driver was trying to back up to give Harry more space, but the bus moved forward instead. Six students were taken to area hospitals for physical discomfort, and Harry was flown to Hershey medical Center where she is said to be in critical condition. New Historic Markers Approved
The Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission has approved the placing of 28 new blue and yellow state historical markers. They commemorate individuals, places or events which played a prominent role in the state's history. The newest selections include the Locust Grove Cemetery in Shippensburg, the final resting place for 28 African American soldiers who served in the first all-black units to fight in the Civil War. Other markers will be placed in Gap, Lancaster County, to honor William Chester Ruth, an African American inventor of agricultural products, and at the site of the Quecreek coal mine in Somerset County, to mark the rescue of nine miners in July 2002. Carlisle Branch Of NAACP Looking For New Members
The Carlisle branch of the NAACP is looking to expand its membership base. Membership Chair Jim Baker says that the organization is looking to target local college students. In a "Carlisle Sentinel" report, Baker says that the NAACP is for anyone interested in making the community a better place. He says that many people who have been joining are not minorities. The Carlisle branch currently has 110 members. Accused Pedophile Pleads Not Guilty
A third man accused of being part of a Franklin County pedophile ring has pleaded not guilty. Twenty-nine-year-old Karl Schmeiding of Newville is accused of sexual misconduct involving underage boys, which prosecutors say took place starting in the summer of 2004 at the Greene Township home of 59-year-old Joseph Cioccia. He has pleaded guilty in the case, and faces at least 20 years behind bars. The third suspect, 71-year-old Edgar Stine of Cleversburg, pleaded not guilty and will go on trial in May. PennVEST Awards 100-Million-Dollars For Local Water And Sewer Systems
Water and sewer systems in 23 counties will benefit from grants and loans totaling 100-million-dollars, awarded by the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority, or PennVEST. A number of the recipients are located in the midstate. They include Biglerville in Adams County, Shippensburg in Cumberland and Franklin Counties, Salisbury Township in Lancaster County, Blain in Perry County and Stewartstown in York County. Execution Halted
The execution of a Chambersburg man has been postponed after the inmate requested a lawyer. Michael B. Singley is on death row for the 1998 murders of Christine Rohrer and James Gilliam on Elder Street. He was scheduled to be executed April 6th, but the request for an attorney leads to an automatic stay. Witnesses Sought To Fatal Weekend Crash
State Police in Cumberland County are seeking witnesses in a fatal weekend crash along northbound I-81. Investigators say 22-year-old Amanda Mohr of Downingtown, Chester County, was killed when she was thrown from her car when it overturned between Shippensburg and Newville. Police are not sure exactly how the crash occurred. A man also in the car was airlifted to Hershey Medical Center with unknown injuries, while two children were not seriously hurt. Anyone who may have seen the crash is asked to call state police at 249-2121. Major Housing Development Under Consideration
A Mechanicsburg developer is eyeing a 15 acre site near Shippensburg for major housing construction. Indian Springs Associates wants to build 286 townhouses and 14 duplexes, near Kline Road and Lees Cross Road in Southampton Township. Mobile homes which currently occupy the site would be removed, according to the "Carlisle Sentinel." Members of the Southampton Township Planning Commission say they are awaiting a formal proposal before taking it under consideration. Ten Arrested In Weekend Drug Sweep
A weekend drug sweep in Carlisle resulted in the arrests of a total of ten people on drug charges. Mayor Kirk Wilson says four separate investigations resulted in the arrests, along with the seizure of both powdered and crack cocaine, worth a total of 15-thousand-dollars. Police say they took the suspects into custody following a traffic stop on North Hanover street, along with search warrants obtained for residences in the 200-block of Walnut Bottom Road, the first block of Kerrs Avenue, and the 100-block of A Street. CDBG Funds To Be Doled Out In Franklin County
Franklin County Commissioners are set tomorrow to approve allocating 413-thousand-dollars in Community Development Block Grant funds. The largest allocation, according to the "Carlisle Sentinel," is 100-thousand-dollars to the Quincy Township Municipal Authority for upgrades to the Nunnery Road wastewater treatment plant. In addition, 70-thousand-dollars goes to the Dry Run Water Association for system upgrades, and 65-thousand-dollars will be awarded to the Mont Alto Municipal Authority for a water system extension. Newburg Man Killed In Friday Morning Crash
A Newburg man was killed Friday morning in a one-vehicle crash on Route 696 in Hopewell Township. Police say that 25-year-old Steven Negley was traveling north on Route 696 around 4 a.m. when he lost control of his vehicle and it left the roadway and hit a tree. Negley was pronounced dead at the scene. He was not wearing a seat belt. New Projects Planned For Letterkenny Depot
A master plan outlining future construction projects at Letterkenny Army Depot is expected to be released in July. Among the projects on the drawing board: A 14-million-dollar Army Reserve Center, a 7-point-2-million-dollar staging and deployment facility, and a 6-point-1-million-dollar ammunition shipping facility. Construction on that project is set to begin this fall, with the others three to four years away. Loan Granted For Shippensburg Office Building
Shippensburg-based Seneca Realty is the recipient of a 500-thousand-dollar enterprise loan from the Harrisburg Regional Chamber and the Capital Region Economic Development Corporation. The funds will go toward the construction of a 21-thousand-square-foot, four story office complex in downtown Shippensburg. The former Gingerbread Man on East King Street will be able to house retail businesses as well as corporate offices. Construction is set to be completed by the spring. Four Arrested In Prostitution Sting
An undercover investigation has resulted in the arrests of four women on prostitution charges in Chambersburg. Officers raided two spas on Lincoln Way East on Wednesday. The investigation uncovered offers of sexual favors in return for payment. Those arrested, who are all from Korea, are in Franklin County Prison on 50-thousand-dollars bail each. Computer Screen Voting System Chosen By Cumberland County
Election officials in Cumberland County have made a decision on which voting machines they will use for the May 16th primary election. They chose to go with a computer screen voting system called iVotronic. The county decided to renew their contract with Election Systems and Software, who will provide the county with 606 machines for the cost of two-point-one-million-dollars. The county had to change their voting machines to comply with new federal standards. Toni Morrison To Speak At Shippensburg University Fundraiser
Nobel and Pulitzer prize-winning author Toni Morrison is coming to Shippensburg University. Morrison will be the guest speaker February 23rd, for the annual fundraiser to to benefit Shippensburg's Gifted Minority Scholarship fund. The event includes dinner at the Heiges(HY-gus) Field House, followed by the lecture at the Luhrs Performing Arts Center. Hearing In Long-Time Zoning Dispute Continues Today
A hearing is set to resume this afternoon before the Shippensburg Township Zoning Hearing Board. At issue is a dispute over the re-zoning of 50 acres near the Giant Foods Store on Baltimore Road. A Local citizens group is appealing a 2004 decision which changed the zoning from residential to commercial. After more than a year of dispute, the hearing finally got underway Thursday, but only lasted a short while because more disputes delayed its start time by more than an hour. Today's hearing gets underway at 4 p.m. Police Warn Man Wanted In Shippensburg May Be Armed And Dangerous
Police in Shippensburg are warning that a man who was released from prison two weeks ago may be armed and dangerous. They say that 23-year-old Leon Chalmers Deardorff may have committed several crimes in the borough since his release. He is suspected of stealing a handgun and attempting to steal a purse. An arrest warrant has been issued for Deardorff, but police have not had success in finding him. Students Arrested Following Drunken Stunt
Three Shippensburg University students are facing charges following a drunken stunt last week. State Police say the three were found lying on the sidewalk along North Queen Street near the intersection with King Street in Shippensburg. Further investigation indicated that all three were intoxicated. They are identified as 23 year-old Jeffrey Travis, 18 year-old Brian Feeley, and 18-year-old Scott Schnurr (Shner). All three face charges of public drunkenness, while Feeley and Schnurr were charged with underage drinking. Morning Crash Kills One
A morning accident in Franklin County has claimed one life. State Police say it happened at around 10:30 a.m., along Forge Road in Lurgan Township, when a pickup truck slammed into a flatbed trailer. The driver of the pickup had to be freed from the wreckage, and was pronounced dead en route to Chambersburg Hospital. The driver's identity has not been released. Man Charged With Endangering Welfare Of Child
A Shippensburg man is facing charges of endangering the welfare of children after allegedly being intoxicated and under the influence of drugs while caring for a two-year-old boy. Police say that they were called to the home of 43-year-old Vernon Singer late Tuesday by the child's grandfather, 53-year-old Allen Laughman. Laughman told police that Singer had pushed him and denied him entry to the home when he went to pick up the child. When police arrived, Singer was passed out on his bed. Pay Raises Coming For Cumberland Co. Employees
Non-union Cumberland County employees are getting a pay raise. Commissioners made the decision based on the results of an outside review of the county pay system. Salaries for about one-thousand employees will increase one step on the pay scale, or 2-point-5-percent. The new rates will go into effect at the beginning of December. Woman Charged For Not Removing Children From Abusive Home
A Harrisburg woman is facing charges of endangering the welfare of her children, for failing to remove them from an abusive home. Forty-one year-old Kelle Roberts is the companion of a Newburg, Cumberland County man arrested in September, following the discovery of sexually explicit pictures of the man and several minor children. Police returned to the home today to arrest Roberts. Police say her two male children were among those discovered in the pictures. Arrest Warrant Issued For Shippensburg Man
Police in Cumberland County have issued an arrest warrant for a Shippensburg man who failed to appear in court. Twenty-six-year-old Matthew Starliper of 13 Ritner Gardens is wanted on charges of simple assault and terroristic threats. Anyone with information is asked to contact Trooper Jeremy Matas at 249-2121. Man Sentenced For Child Endangerment
A Newville man faces up to seven years in prison after being found guilty on 13 of 17 charges of corruption of minors, furnishing alcohol to minors and witness intimidation. The "Carlisle Sentinel" reports 46 year-old Walter Rhinehart will be sentenced in December. Rhinehart was convicted of improper conduct involving seven teens, three of them under age 18, then threatening them if they told of what was going on. Power Outage Shuts Down Shippensburg
Students and staff members at Shippensburg University had an unexpected day off today. According to spokesman Peter Gigliotti, a pair of electrical lines malfunctioned late Sunday. The smaller of the lines has since been repaired, but the more powerful connection, which provides electricity to the main academic buildings on campus, is still down. As a result, classes and all other campus activities were cancelled today. Gigliotti says repairs may be completed by 11 p.m. There is no word whether classes will be on for Tuesday. Two Charged After Allegedly Found Lying In The Road
State Police have filed charges against two men who they say were found lying in the middle of the road. Troopers were traveling along Britton Road in Shippensburg Township at around 1:45 Sunday morning when they came upon Craig Warrington and Jeffrey Simon, both age 20 and from West Chester. Police say they detected a strong odor of alcohol, along with other signs both men were drunk. Both face charges of underage drinking and disorderly conduct. Area Hospital Representatives Gather At Shippensburg University For Terror Drill
A number of area hospitals sent representatives to Shippensburg University on Tuesday for training in the event of a terror attack. The training exercises were meant to teach hospital officials what to do during large scale emergency situations. The exercise conducted Tuesday was a simulated formaldehyde explosion. The "Carlisle Sentinel" reports that there were 16 hospitals represented at the training session, including Carlisle Regional Medical Center and PinnacleHealth. Unnamed Shippensburg Police Officer Remains Suspended
Officials in Shippensburg say that a part-time police officer, whose name is not being released, is still suspended following an incident last month. Officials told the "Carlisle Sentinel" that the officer is under suspension for "an administration violation of policy." The suspension came after the officer's gun accidentally fired during a traffic stop. An investigation into the incident has been completed. Woman Steals Credit Card, Racks Up Two-Thousand in Purchases
Police are looking for a female Shippensburg University student, accused of stealing and using a credit card. State Police say it was late on October 17th, when surveillance video captured the student picking up a credit card from the floor of the computer lab at Lehman Library on the Shippensburg campus. Two hours later, another surveillance camera observed the female with two others making 2-thousand-dollars worth of purchases at the Wal-Mart in Shippensburg. Police are asking those involved to come forward, or face numerous charges. The student is described as an African-American, age 18-to-22 with a thin build and corn row-style hair. Over 30 Arrests Following DUI Crackdown
Last weekend's massive DUI crackdown resulted in 33 drunk driving arrests in Cumberland and Dauphin counties. Officers from the South Central PA DUI Task Force fanned out across the region Friday night, setting up numerous sobriety checkpoints. Police also made two arrests for underage drinking, two on drug charges, one for driving without a license. Many of the officers involved in the DUI detail were from other parts of the state, in town last week for a law-enforcement convention. Woman Loses Appeal Of Child Death Conviction
The state Supreme Court has turned down the appeal of a Carlisle-area woman convicted in the death of her son. The "Harrisburg Patriot-News" reports 30-year-old Shenique Thomas of North Middleton Township was found guilty for the July 2002 starvation death of four-year-old Anthony Quincy Thomas. The boy died of severe malnutrition at Hershey Medical Center several days after he was admitted. Shenique Thomas and her husband Anthony were both sentenced to five to ten years behind bars. Former Principal At West Pennsboro Township School Announces Run For State House
A Carlisle resident and former elementary school principal in West Pennsboro Township has announced that he will be running for state representative. Bill Cobb says he will be challenging Representative Will Gabig in 2006, should he win the primary election. Cobb says he made the decision to run after state legislators gave themselves a pay raise. Cobb recently retired as principal of Oak Flat Elementary School. Landfill Plans Expansion Project
Plans for an expansion project at the Cumberland County Landfill will be unveiled tonight at a meeting at Hopewell Township's municipal building. The plan calls for a 96-acre expansion at the landfill along Route 641. Officials with Waste Systems International, the owner of the landfill, say that the expansion is needed because they are running out of room. Residents will have the opportunity to ask questions tonight. The meeting gets started at 7 p.m. Four Injured In Sunday Crash On Berks/Lancaster County Line
Four people, including a Chambersburg man, were injured Sunday evening in a three-vehicle crash that closed a portion of Route 222 in Spring Township, Berks County. Police say a vehicle driven by 69-year-old Gerald Blust of Bethlehem crossed into oncoming traffic and collided head-on with a vehicle driven by 62-year-old Rosemary Johnston of Adamstown. Police say Johnston's vehicle was then hit by a vehicle driven by 20-year-old Dustin Neil of Chambersburg. All three drivers and a passenger in Johnston's vehicle were taken to Reading Hospital. Their conditions are not known. Halloween Parades Postponed Until Thursday
A pair of Halloween parades scheduled for tonight have been postponed due to the weather. South Middleton's parade will now take place Thursday, starting at 7 p.m. at South Middleton Park. The parade set for tonight in Newville will also take place Thursday. According to Borough Manager Fred Potzer, parade units will set up along Broad Street and will step off at 7 p.m. Man Arrested On Drug Charges
An 18-year-old man was arrested early Saturday morning in Middleton Township, Cumberland County, on charges of drug possession. Police say that Terencio Desousa was found to be in possession of cocaine and marijuana when they pulled him over for a traffic violation. The arrest was made on Interstate 81 at mile marker 44. Desousa was placed in Cumberland County Prison on 5-thousand-dollars bail. Girl Hit By Car, Suffers Broken Elbow
A 15-year-old girl suffered a broken elbow after being hit by a car Thursday afternoon. The girl, whose name has not been released, was walking along Mt. Rock Road when she attempted to cross the street and was hit by a vehicle driven by 16-year-old Allen Baker of Newville. Police say that Baker was speeding through the 15-mile-an-hour school zone when the accident occurred. The girl was treated at Carlisle Hospital. Gangs in Shippensburg
A Los Angeles gang is reportedly taking root in Shippensburg, leaving their tell-tale graffiti on local business, and even the public library. “The Crips” are a traditionally African American gang, but they are reportedly branching out into all ethnic groups, recruiting both male and female members. Trooper Edward Asbury of the Pennsylvania State Police said that 4 different instances of Crip graffiti have been identified, and that Pennsylvania is the number one state for formation of hate groups. Wilson College
Wilson College in Chambersburg is hosting “Make a Difference Day”. Morning activities will include tree planting and trail clean up. Afternoon activities include a farm tour, pumpkin carving, face painting and more. The event is held at Wilson College’s Farm Hiking Trail on October 30th. All activities are free of charge. Agreement Reached With Fraudulent Travel Agent
A Michgan-based company which sells discount vacations is no longer allowed to do business in Pennsylvania, under an agreement reached with the office of state Attorney General Tom Corbett. Vacation Central Incorporated was accused of illegally calling consumers' homes selling discount travel club memberships, then failing to live up to their part of the agreements. Corbett says his office received over 50 complaints from consumers in Cumberland, York, and five other counties. The agreement also requires Vacation Central to issue full refunds, and pay civil penalties of one-thousand-dollars per consumer, or three-thousand for each consumer who is age 60 or older. Theft Reported At Amerigas In Shippensburg
Police in Shippensburg are investigating a theft at Amerigas in the 1-thousand-block of Ritner Highway. Someone stole eight grill size propane bottles from the company. The theft happened sometime between Thursday of last week and Tuesday of this week. Anyone with information on the theft is asked to call police at 249-2121. Skate Park Approved For Newville Community Park
A proposal for a skate park at the Newville Community Park has been approved. The borough council voted in favor of replacing a tennis court near West Street with the new park. The council has set some rules for the skateboarders that will be using the facilities. Anyone under the age of 18 must have a parent's signature, and all park users must sign a liability form. The project is expected to be paid for with fundraisers. Repairs Being Made To Carlisle Theatre
A series of repairs at the Carlisle Theatre in the first block of West High Street are underway. Crews are working to repair portions of the roof that are leaking. Work is also being done to replace damaged tiles on the building's facade. The 60-day project is expected to cost around 72-thousand-dollars. The "Carlisle Sentinel" reports that most of that amount will be paid for with state grants and the remainder being paid by the theater. Five Facing Bad Check Charges
Five suspects, four from Cumberland County, are facing bad check charges. State Police say they are accused of writing an undetermined amount of bogus checks after shopping at the Newville Country Market and Deli. The charges date back to July 1st of this year. Charged in the scheme are 25-year-old Douglas Weaver, 35-year-old Kimberly Markle both of Newville, 20-year-old Kenneth Gramm and 19-year-old Jessica Ketchum both of Enola, and 21-year-old Suzanne Welsch of Rockhill Furnace, Huntingdon County. Public Meeting To Discuss Racism And Safety
Concerns over racism and safety in the Shippensburg Area School District have prompted school officials to call a special meeting for parents and students for October 11th at 6 p.m. At a recent school board meeting, several parents discussed rumors concerning a hit list and a student at the high school with a gun. Shippensburg Police Chief Fred Scott says an investigation showed those rumors to be without merit. Even so, Superintendent Jacqueline Lesney says there is a problem, which she declined to specify, pointing up the need for a public meeting. She adds the district is taking steps to address safety and diversity. Chambersburg Man Faces Possible Life Sentence
Testimony is under way in Hagerstown, Maryland, in the murder trial of Ricky Stallings. The 24-year-old Chambersburg man is accused of gunning down his uncle's estranged wife. Stallings is charged with first- and second-degree murder and other offenses in the February slaying of Mary Williams outside her home in Maugansville. According to The Herald Mail, in an opening statement yesterday, prosecutor Robert Veil told the jury Stallings pulled up in an S-U-V after Williams got into the passenger seat of her boyfriend's car. Stallings allegedly motioned with a gun for her to get out and then opened fire. Stallings' attorney told the jurors to keep an open mind – that the motive and means behind the alleged shooting won't come out in the state's case. Seven women and five men were seated as jurors yesterday after a selection process that lasted more than two hours. The trial is expected to continue through Friday. If convicted, Stallings faces a possible life sentence. Man Arrested For Fleeing Police
Police have arrested a man who led them on a chase through numerous townships in Franklin County and Cumberland County on Sunday night. Police say 38-year-old Craig Laplant failed to stop for them along Interstate 81 near Mile Marker 23. The chase ended in Shippensburg and Laplant was taken into custody. There is no word on what charges he may face. Teens Charged With Playing "Mailbox Baseball"
Three Carlisle teens face charges after police spotted them using a baseball bat to damage residential mailboxes in North Middleton and Lower Frankford Townships over the weekend. Officers arrested 18 year-olds Jason Curtis and Andrew Tate, along with 19 year-old Benjamin Lauer. Police were called late Saturday by residents who heard the damage being committed, with officers catching up to the suspects, but not before they allegedly smashed about 30 mailboxes. Weekend Heart Walk In Shippensburg
The American Heart Association in conjunction with Shippensburg University students have scheduled The Heart Walk for this weekend. This year over one million people are expected to walk in more than six hundred events across the country. The annual walk raises funds to prevent heart disease and stroke, the number one and three killers of Americans. Sign-up tables and registration forms will be available in the Ceddia Union Building tomorrow September 21 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The walk will take place at the student recreation complex Friday, September 23 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. with registration from 10 to 11 a.m., and Saturday, September 24 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. with registration from 8 to 10 a.m. For more information send an e-mail to Jennifer James at jj5642@ship.edu or visit the American Heart Association website at www.americanheart.org. Kauffman Has Open House
State Representative Rob Kauffman is inviting area residents to stop by his district office in Shippensburg for an open house on September 22. The open house will be held from 8:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. and light refreshments will be served. The office is located at 9974 Molly Pitcher Highway in Shippensburg. For more information on the Open House or Rob Kauffman you can visit his website, www.repkauffman.com. Commissioners Sign Off On Refinancing For One West Penn
Cumberland County Commissioners have signed off on a plan to restructure the debt on the county's flagship senior citizen housing complex. The interest rate on a 1983 federal loan used to build One West Penn will be lowered from six-point-nine-percent to between four and four-and-a-half-percent. Carlisle Senior Housing Associates, the operators of the complex, still owe about five-million-dollars on the 40-year loan. The "Harrisburg Patriot-News" reports the financing deal will also allow the operators to borrow additional funds, which will be used to make renovations to the 22-year-old, 130-unit complex. Hearing Underway On Ethanol Plant Proposal
A controversial ethanol plant near Chambersburg in under review in Franklin County Court. Penn-Mar Ethanol wants to build an 80-million dollar facility in the Cumberland Valley Business Park. A judge heard arguments Monday both for and against the plant, three months after the project was put on hold pending the outcome of the hearing. No word when Judge Richard Walsh will issue a decision. The "Chambersburg Public Opinion" reports that opponents have expressed concern over the fact that the plant would be located adjacent to the Letterkenny Army Depot, which is permitted to store up to two-million-pounds of missiles and bombs. The hearing continues today. Twelve Arrested Over the Weekend In Shippensburg
It was another busy weekend for law enforcement in the Shippensburg area. State police stopped, cited or arrested a total of 12 people Friday and Saturday nights, on various alcohol-related violations. Most were for underage drinking or public drunkenness, but three of the arrests took place after traffic stops, where troopers determined that the drivers were intoxicated. One of those stops, at Britton Road and North Queen Street, where the driver and three passengers were all found to be drunk. Shippensburg University Football Star Suspensded
One of the players in Shippensburg University’s football victory Saturday was charged Sunday with drunk driving, on a motorized scooter. Red Raider Defensive Back, Brent Omar Grimes was among a dozen people charged with alcohol related crimes over the weekend. Grimes has been suspended for this weeks game in Edinboro. He is also charged with DUI, disorderly conduct, harassment, criminal trespass, public drunkenness and several traffic violations. Two Teens Arrested After Allegedly Fleeing Police
Two teens were arrested late Saturday night in Shippensburg after allegedly fleeing police on a motorcycle. Authorities say 18-year-olds Kevin Hampton and Justin Heckman failed to stop for police when they tried to pull them over around 11:30 p.m. near the Sheetz convenience store along North Queen Street. They say the teens were finally stopped at the intersection of Baltimore Road and Whitehouse Road. They say Hampton was driving the motorcycle, and he was charged with DUI, reckless endangerment, underage drinking, possession of drugs and drug paraphernalia, and other charges. Heckman was charged with possession of drugs, underage drinking, and disorderly conduct. Mifflin Man Faces Charges In Connection With Drugs, DUI
A Mifflin, Juniata County man was arrested early Saturday morning in Shippensburg, Cumberland County. Police say that 29-year-old Phillip Wells was pulled over around 12:15 a.m. when he was spotted driving without headlights on. Authorities say Wells appeared to be under the influence of alcohol, and that drugs and drug paraphernalia were found in his vehicle. There is no word on what charges have been filed against Wells. 9-11 Ceremonies
Carlisle will hold 9/11 commemoration ceremonies this Sunday at the Veteran's Courtyard at 3:30. One of the speakers is Colonel Elton Manske, who was working on the second floor of the Pentagon when terrorists flew an airliner into the facility in 2001. Manske is now a director at the US Army War College at Carlisle Barracks. In addition to remembering 9-11, organizers are planning music and prayers in honor of the victims of Hurricane Katrina. Local Grocery Store to Help Katrina Victims
Cressler's Market in Shippensburg will be holding a food and supply drive to aid in the help needed for those who have been affected by Hurricane Katrina. The event will be held this Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 8:00 AM until 7:00 PM. Anyone is urged to bring non-perishable foods such as peanut butter or canned foods like soup, vegetables or fruit. Personal hygiene items will also be accepted as well as baby items. For a complete list of items accepted go to www.sarperebels.com and click on the Hurricane Relief tab. Cressler's Market is located on 1075 West King Street in Shippensburg. Man Arrested on Assault Charges
A Carlisle man is behind bars today after allegedly assaulting his wife. Police say 31-year-old Demetrius Palmer was charged with assault during a Labor Day family gathering. The incident took place at around 12:30 p.m. Palmer was placed in Cumberland County Prison on 15-hundred-dollars bail. Restaurant Employee Assaulted By Customer
An employee working at the Gingerbread Man along South Courthouse Avenue in Carlisle early Saturday morning has reported being assaulted by a customer. Police say that the employee, whose name has not been released, suffered cuts and bruises when a man picked him up and threw him on the ground. The employee said the assault happened when he told a female customer that she could not carry her drink outside. It is not certain what relationship the attacker had to the female customer. Police are investigating. Cumberland County Home To Many Violent Sexual Predators
Cumberland County officials are warning residents about the dangers of sexual predators. In light of the multiple cases in Florida, local authorities are urging people to learn more about the 208 registered sex offenders that live in Cumberland County. Out of the 81 sexual-assault cases reported last year, 55 of them were against juveniles. Authorities also caution that much of the time a predator is a known person. Parents should be very aware of who comes in contact with their children. Police Warn Computer Users Of E-Mail Scam
Pennsylvania State Police are warning residents of an e-mail scam. A number of computer users have been notified regarding accounts in their name with the Internet auction site eBay. Police say eBay did not send the notices, but whoever did is trying to obtain personal information, such as birth dates, credit card numbers, and Social Security numbers. Anyone who has received this type of e-mail is strongly advised not to reply and not to click on any of its links. You're asked to contact state police or the Federal Trade Commission. Traffic Stop Leads To Auto Theft, Gun Charges
A Carlisle man is facing firearms and car theft charges, stemming from an April 19th traffic stop. State Police say they first came upon 25-year-old Felipe Reyes along Walnut Bottom Road, when he was waiting for a tow truck because of a flat tire. He was cited for public drunkenness, and advised not to drive the truck until he was sober. More than two hours later, police say Reyes had not left the scene and was arrested. The tow truck driver also advised troopers there was a .38-caliber firearm in Reyes' vehicle. Reyes admitted he did not have have a permit. It was also determined that vehicle, which was registered in South Carolina, had been stolen. SRU Issues Warning For Bacterial Meningitis
A case of bacterial meningitis was reported just off the campus of Slippery Rock University last night. University officials say a male student living off campus in the Pine Glen housing complex was diagnosed with the deadly bacterial infection. The university is warning all students who may have been in contact with the student that they may be at risk. However, the school is not releasing the student's identity to protect his privacy. Students who believe they are at risk should go to the student health center where they will be interviewed. If it is determined they know the student then they will be vaccinated. Middle Schoolers Face Underage Drinking Charges
Nine area middle schoolers are facing charges of underage drinking today. The students were allegedly caught drinking alcoholic beverages at Lamberton Middle School in Cumberland County last week. Police say two of the students brought the drinks to school and passed them around to friends. Motorists Urged To Slow Down Along Rural Roads
This week marks Rural Roads Safety Week in Pennsylvania. PennDOT, the state Department of Agriculture and the Pennsylvania Farm Bureau are joining forces to remind motorists to drive cautiously along rural roads and slow down and be patient when approaching farm vehicles. In 2003, PennDOT says 87 crashes along rural roads were reported with eight fatalities. County Dam To Be Removed
A Cumberland County dam will soon be destroyed. South Middleton Township Supervisors have voted to remove the Whitlinger Dam from the Yellow Breeches Creek. The dam is considered a safety hazard because of its age. The decision was made to protect boaters that use the creek. People Filing Before Bankruptcy Law Goes Into Effect
Central Pennsylvania residents wanting to file for bankruptcy are doing so before the new laws go into effect. According to WGAL-TV, local attorneys have seen an increased amount of clients wanting to file since the law was passed. The new bankruptcy code will make it more difficult for filers to avoid paying credit card debts. The changes go into effect October 17th. More Alcohol Related Arrests At Shippensburg
It was another busy weekend for State Police in Shippensburg, who made numerous alcohol-related arrests. The largest raid came at around 1:00 Sunday morning at 45 Sunbeam Court when troopers took into custody ten people between the ages of 17 and 20, seven of them Shippensburg University students. All were cited for underage drinking. In other separate incidents, police arrested seven people, six of them Shippensburg students, for underage drinking, public drunkenness or disorderly conduct. Carlisle May Allow Alcohol At Downtown Cafes
Downtown restaurants in Carlisle may soon be able to serve alcohol in their sidewalk cafes. The borough council is considering a request by restaurant owners to serve drinks outdoors. An amendment is expected to be voted on May 12th. Man Sentenced In Murder Of Franklin County Man
A Maryland man convicted of murdering Jonathan Dennis of Franklin County has been sentenced to life in prison plus 30 years. Tyshawn Jones killed Dennis during a fight at a housing complex in Hagerstown. Traffic Detail Results In 35 Speeding Tickets
State Police issued 35 citations and five warnings during a two-hour speed detail Sunday. Troopers were monitoring the cars along I-81 near the Hanover Street exit between 9 a.m. and 11 a.m. This detail was part of their continuing efforts to get motorists to slow down along that stretch of 81. The speed limit has been lowered to 55 miles an hour and State Police say the fastest motorist ticketed Sunday was clocked at 80. Cumberland County Expresses Opposition To Light-Rail Line
Cumberland County commissioners have reiterated their opposition to the proposed light-rail system known as CorridorOne. At a recent meeting of the Harrisburg Area Transportation Study, commissioners say that more study is needed before the Cumberland County portion of the line is built. Phase one of the project stretches from Harrisburg to Mechanicsburg, with an eventual extension to Carlisle. The line is also to run from Harrisburg to Lancaster. Cumberland County officials say their position was bolstered when the question of who would fund the Cumberland County portion was met with silence. Dickinson Law School Expansion Committee To Be Formed
Saturday's public forum on the future of the Dickinson School of Law drew about 20 people to Trickett Hall. As part of its five-year-old affiliation with the law school, Penn State has agreed to a 40-million-dollar expansion of the Carlisle campus in addition to a second campus in State College. According to Dickinson Law School Dean Phillip McConaughey, a committee made up of faculty, students, staff and community leaders is being formed to draft a plan for what the expansion should look like. A preliminary report is due by early July. Motorist Arrested For Drug Use, Possession
A Perry County man is behind bars after a weekend traffic stop near Carlisle turned into a drug arrest. State Police say 24-year-old Christopher Bolden of Duncannon was stopped for speeding along southbound I-81 in Middlesex Township at around 3:45 Saturday afternoon. The state trooper who stopped Bolden says he detected a strong odor of marijuana coming from the car, and a search determined Bolden was also in possession of crack cocaine and drug paraphernalia. Bolden is in Cumberland County Prison on ten-thousand-dollars bail. Student Arrested Following Morning Fight
A Shippensburg University student is under arrest, charged with an incident just after midnight at a campus apartment complex. State police were called to the College Park Apartments for a fight in progress. Following a brief chase, officers apprehended Andrew Graeff, who is accused of breaking into one of the units by kicking down a door. No one was hurt in the fracas. Graeff is charged with disorderly conduct, criminal mischief, public drunkenness and underage drinking. Carlisle Says No To Act 72
Board members in the Carlisle Area School District have voted against opting into Act 72. The board decided not to accept revenue from slot machines in exchange for lower property taxes. Following last night's vote, Board President Fred Baldwin said the board felt the advantages to Act 72 were theoretical while the disadvantages were definite. Study Group Predicts High Social Costs For Slots
A study group today is saying that the social price Cumberland County will pay for gambling far outweighs the economic benefits. Leadership Cumberland has concluded their study on the effects a slot machine casino at Penn National Race Course will have on the county. They predict that residents will see an increase in drug and alcohol abuse, domestic violence, and suicides once the casino opens. The group also predicts that gambling addiction will rise significantly among residents within 50 miles of the casino. College Students To Have Access To More Financial Aid
College students will have access to more financial aid starting in the next academic year. The Board of Directors of the Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency this week voted to increase the maximum grant award to 35-hundred-dollars per semester, an increase of 200-dollars. In addition, grant aid will be available to an additional eight-thousand students. Under the new formula, 161-thousand students in Pennsylvania will be eligible for an average grant of 28-hundred-dollars per semester. Pit Bull Stolen In Monroe Township
Police are investigating the theft of a pit bull from the Cumberland County Humane Society. The four-month-old pit bull was stolen from the Eppley Road Humane Society in Monroe Township. Someone cut the lock to the cage and removed the dog sometime yesterday. Anyone with information is asked to contact Carlisle police. Letter-Writing Campaign Targeted To Save Carlisle Barracks
Carlisle officials are trying to mount a letter-writing campaign on behalf of the Carlisle Barracks and U.S. Army War College. Local residents are being encouraged to write to President Bush, asking him to spare the barracks from the list of U.S. military bases slated to close. Officials took out a full-page ad in Wednesday's "Carlisle Sentinel." The campaign has also won the endorsement of community leaders in Middlesex and North Middleton Township, which also benefit economically from the barracks. The base closing list is expected to be made public in September. Former Nurse Sentenced For Stealing From Patients
A former nurse at the Bethany Village Retirement Village in Lower Allen Township has been sentenced to eleven-and-one-half-to-23-months for stealing 25-thousand-dollars from two elderly patients in her care. Forty-seven year-old Mary Louise Ross of Harrisburg pleaded guilty to the thefts, which occurred between August and September 2001. Prosecutors say Ross obtained the funds through the patients' credit card accounts. Crash Could Have Been Much Worse
Two cars suffered severe damage, but no one was injured following a Wednesday morning crash near Carlisle. Police say a car driven by 28-year-old Kevin Rice of Carlisle ran a stop sign at Petersburg Road and Park Drive in South Middleton Township, and was struck by a car driven by Lesa Swenson of Mount Holly Springs. The impact sent Rice's car into a utility pole and Swenson's car into a tree. Both drivers, as well as a passenger in Swenson's car, were wearing seat belts and were not hurt. Police say Rice was cited for a seat belt violation. Old City Hall To Have New Owner
The former Mechanicsburg Municipal Building at 2 West Strawberry Alley will soon have a new owner. Borough Council has authorized the sale of the building to the Mechanicsburg Museum Association for 147-thousand-dollars. The building, once a passenger rail station, will be used to showcase Cumberland County's railroad history. Police Searching For Convenience Store Burglar
Carlisle Police are searching today for a convenience store burglar. The burglary took place early yesterday morning at the Uni-Mart store on Main Street in West Pennsboro Township in Cumberland County. The burglar broke in the front door and removed a large sum of cash from the store's safe. Anyone with information is asked to contact police. Dickinson College Professor Wins Book Award
A Dickinson College economics professor is now an award-winning author. The Association of College and Research Libraries has awarded its Choice 2004 Outstanding Academic Title to Charles Barone for his publication "Radical Political Economy, A Concise Introduction." The honor is presented for works published in the 2004 calendar year. New Superintendent In Big Spring Schools
The Big Spring School District has chosen a new superintendent. Forty-year-old Richard Fry was chosen out of a field of 17 applicants to succeed the retiring William Cowden. Fry, a 1982 Big Spring High School graduate, holds a Bachelor's degree from Lock Haven University and a Master's from the University of Richmond. The "Carlisle Sentinel" reports Fry worked for several years in Virginia before returning to the midstate, where he is currently assistant superintendent in the East Pennsboro District. Youth Injured by Pipe Bomb
A 12-year-old Middlesex Township boy is in critical condition following a weekend explosion from an apparently homemade pipe bomb. Police say the boy was hurt when the device went off Sunday night. The unidentified youth was flown to Hershey Medical Center, then transferred to the burn unit at Lehigh Valley Medical Center. Public Form On Law School Plans
This Saturday will mark the first time the public will hear of the planned 40-million-dollar expansion at the Dickinson School of Law. The improvements are part of the two-campus plan approved earlier this year, which includes a new law school campus at State College. Law School Dean Phillip McConnaughay says Saturday's forum will be the first of many opportunities for the public to be heard on the plans. It will take place starting at 10 a.m. at Cafe Per Se at Trickett Hall. The exact plans for expansion at the Carlisle campus won't be finalized until a soon-to-be-named committee submits a firm building plan. That panel will be made up of law-school students, staff, faculty and Penn State representatives. Local Philanthropist Dies
Cumberland County is mourning the loss of a local philanthropist. Henry Stuart died on Friday at the age of 89. In 1990, Stuart started the G.B. Stuart Foundation, named for his late brother and law partner, George. Stuart contributed hundreds of thousands of dollars into many community projects. Among the recipients, according to the "Carlisle Sentinel," are the First Presbyterian Church in Carlisle, the Army Heritage Center Foundation, and Cumberland County Habitat For Humanity. Local Creeks Crowded On Fishing's Opening Day
Local creeks were crowded this weekend as fishermen came out in droves for the start of trout season. It is estimated that one-million people spent the day fishing. The nice weather was said to contribute to the large turnout. Prison Mentoring Program
A new program is underway today to mentor prison inmates about to receive their release. The program partners the inmate with a volunteer from the community. The volunteer is asked to be a friend to the inmate and encourage them as they re-enter public life. Department of Corrections spokeswoman Susan McNaughton says volunteers receive a background check and are trained before being paired with an inmate. Millersville University To Offer New Nursing Master's Program
Millersville University has announced plans to offer a master's of nursing education program. The university says it hopes to fill a void in nursing education by training nurses to teach. The university now offers three master's programs in nursing. The nursing education program will begin this fall. Higher Earnings For Two Midstate Financial Institutions
The parent company of Shippensburg-based Orrstown Bank is reporting record earnings for the first quarter of 2005. Orrstown Financial Services says earnings for the period topped 2-point-1-million-dollars, a 20 percent increase from the same period a year ago. Meanwhile, Lancaster-based Fulton Financial Corporation is reporting a 16-percent increase in earnings for the first quarter of 2005. Fulton earned 41-point-5-million dollars during the first three months of the year, compared to 35-point-8-million during the same period a year ago. Two-Day Anti-Drinking Conference Underway
More than 150 higher education and community leaders are in Camp Hill today and tomorrow for a conference on high-risk alcohol consumption in and around college campuses. The event, taking place at the Radisson Penn Harris Hotel, is co-sponsored by the Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board, the national Alcoholic Beverage Control Association, the Pennsylvania Network Addressing Collegiate Alcohol and Other Drug Issues, and the Pennsylvania League of Cities and Municipalities. Report: Susquehanna River Nation's Most Endangered
The Susquehanna River is said to be the nation's "most endangered" river. A report from the group American Rivers states, "Throughout the Susquehanna watershed, aging sewer systems discharge enormous volumes of raw or poorly treated sewage, which eventually flow into the Chesapeake Bay." The Chesapeake receives its largest source of fresh water from the Susquehanna. The report warns that "unless local, state and federal lawmakers invest in prevention and cleanup, the Susquehanna will remain among the nation's dirtiest rivers and more and more of Chesapeake Bay will become a dead zone." Tree Pollen High In The Area
Some Central Pennsylvania residents may see a greater allergic reaction to tree pollen this spring. Cool, wet weather followed by warm, sunny days has caused a rapid release of the pollen. Pharmacists say most symptoms can be treated with over-the-counter drugs, but people should see their doctor if problems persist. Motorist Not Hurt When Car Slams Into Pole
A Shippensburg teen managed to escape injury following an early morning crash. State Police say 18-year-old Chad Conklin was traveling along Baltimore Road in Southampton Township at around 12:20 a.m., when he lost control along a curve. The car fish-tailed, then struck an embankment and a utility pole. Conklin, who was waring his seat belt, was not hurt. The investigation continues. Major Traffic Work Begins In South Middletown Township
PennDOT crews will be closing Route-174 daily in South Middleton Township between Route-34 and Boiling Springs while they install new drainage pipes along the roadway. The hours of closure will be between 8:30 a.m. and 2:45 p.m. for possibly the next three weeks. Major Construction Projects May Cause Delays
PennDOT is reminding motorists in Cumberland County of a pair of construction projects. Work began today to resurface portions of Mill Street and Park Drive. Lane restrictions are in place from Route-34 in Mount Holly Springs to Petersburg Road in South Middleton Township. The project is expected to last until mid-August. Meanwhile, near Mechanicsburg, westbound traffic on Route-114 has now been shifted into one of the eastbound lanes, with a concrete median separating eastbound and westbound travelers. That construction, between the Carlisle Pike and I-81, will last through June of next year. The speed limit has been lowered to 45 miles an hour through the work zone. Police Still Investigating Weekend Incident Involving Fake Police Officers
Carlisle Police Chief Steve Margeson says people shouldn't flee if pulled over by a police officer. If the car pursuing you is clearly marked, stop as soon as possible. If it's an unmarked car, Margeson's advice is to slow down, but not to pull over until you're in a safe, well lit, populated area. All this in the wake of a weekend incident in which a woman was pulled over on Spring Road near the Turnpike underpass, by two men who were impersonating officers. The woman was not hurt. Toll Calls May Be Eliminated Between Carlisle And Harrisburg
Phone calls between Carlisle and Mechanicsburg, Camp Hill and Harrisburg, may soon become less expensive. The state Public Utility Commission says it will allow Sprint, the local provider in Carlisle to expand its local calling region. That would mean the end of toll calls outside the immediate Carlisle area. Sprint will also be allowed to charge a temporary 35-cent surcharge to fund the expansion. The plan must still be accepted by Verizon, which provides local service to the eastern portion of Cumberland County as well as Harrisburg. Residents who have long sought the expanded calling area must also agree to the plan. Police Seek More Information Concerning Fight
State police are seeking additional information concerning a fight near the campus of Shippensburg University. It happened at around 11:30 Wednesday night in the parking area of the College Park Commons. Police say three males were involved and the fight resulted in damage to a car belonging to a Shippensburg resident. There is no word if anyone was hurt. Anyone with further information is asked to contact State Police at Carlisle. School Geography Bee Champion Moves To State Competition
A Cedar Crest Middle School eighth-grader is heading to Shippensburg University for the State Geography Bee. Nathan Deysher (DAY-sher) finally won the competition in which he has competed for five years. Today's competition is the first stage of the national competition. The National Geography Bee is sponsored by the National Geographic Society. Monday Crash Involving Four Vehicles Kills One
One person was killed and one person was critically injured in a four-vehicle crash along I-81. It happened at around 4 p.m. Monday between the Newville and Shippensburg exits. State Police say a southbound car drifted from the left to the right lane and hit the rear of a tractor-trailer. That caused the car to skid across the median and into the northbound lanes, where it was hit by two more vehicles. Authorities say the driver of the first car, 36-year-old Lisa Forquet of Winchester, Virginia, was killed in the crash. Another motorist, 34-year-old Robert Shipp of Carlisle, is listed in critical condition at Carlisle Regional Medical Center. A third motorist was not hurt, while the tractor-trailer did not stop for the crash. The accident caused northbound I-81 to be closed for nearly three hours. Items Thrown From Apartment Balcony Damage Resident's Car
Police are investigating a weekend act of criminal mischief. Sometime between 7 p.m. Thursday and 10 a.m. Friday, unknown persons threw a folding chair, a bucket of charcoal, a piece of a recliner and beer cans from a balcony at the College Park Apartments in Shippensburg, damaging a vehicle belonging to 19-year-old Amanda Rote. Anyone with information is asked to Shippensburg Police. Traffic Stop Leads To Drug Bust
A Cumberland County man is behind bars today after an encounter with the police. The suspect, 52-year-old Brian Hill of Shippensburg was stopped for speeding along Ritner Highway in South Newton Township early Saturday morning. It was determined he was driving under the influence of alcohol. Upon further investigation, police allegedly found two bags of suspected marijuana on his person. They also discovered that Hill was driving a car with expired registration and insurance. He was taken to Cumberland County Prison. Task Force May Recommend High School Drug Testing
Board members in the Cumberland Valley School District have approved appointing a task force whose job will be to decide whether the district should should begin testing high school students for drugs. If approved, according to the "Harrisburg Patriot-News," testing would begin in the next school year, and would include athletes, and those involved in extracurricular activities. Superintendent B. Jean Walker says the task force will be led by Athletic Director David Bitting, and made up of board members, district residents, and possibly students. The task force will have until June to make its recommendations to the board. Student Receives Rooftop Ride
Two Shippensburg University students face DUI and public drunkenness charges stemming from an overnight stunt. State police say it was just before midnight when troopers spotted a vehicle exiting Sunbeam Court near the intersection of Britton Court, with someone riding on the roof. The driver, 18 year-old Kyle Warner was found to be drunk and also faces underage drinking charges. His rooftop passenger is identified as 21-year-old Jason Mitchell. Theaters my Not Be Part Of Mall Plan
Ongoing renovations to the Camp Hill Shopping Mall may not include a 14-screen movie theater as originally envisioned. The "Harrisburg Patriot-News" reports mall owner Cedar Shopping Centers this week submitted documents with the Securities and Exchange Commission which included drawings of the newly designed mall, but instead of a Regal Cinemas multiplex, an LA Fitness center was in its place. In addition, Camp Hill Borough Council recently approved a land development plan which did not include the theaters. Either the theaters or the fitness center is set to open sometime late next year on the site currently occupied by a Giant Foods store, which is relocating to a 91-thousand-square-foot site elsewhere in the mall complex. Shippensburg Wins Grant For Juvenile Center
The Center for Juvenile Justice Research and Training at Shippensburg University has been awarded a 276-thousand-dollar grant. The money comes from the John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation. It will used to create a three-year position at the Center, known as an Aftercare Specialist, to help juvenile offenders make the transition from detention center and jails, back into the community. Center Director Keith Graybill says he hopes to have the position filled by May 1st. Hockey Sticks Stolen
On Tuesday March 15th Shippensburg Police were called to 19 North Spring Street. Scott Heck, who made the phone call, told police that his two hockey sticks were stolen. Heck tells police he was outside packing his car, went inside and when he returned the sticks were gone. The hockey sticks are valued at one hundred and ten to one hundred and twenty dollars. Anyone with information should contact Shippensburg Police at 717-532-7361. Hit and Run Accident
Shippensburg Police are pursuing leads in a hit and run accident that took place on March 15 outside 9 North Queen Street. The suspect vehicle is believed to be a dark green Ford and would be missing it's passenger side rear view mirror. Evidence indicated that the vehicle would have been traveling north on Queen street between 7am and 5pm. Anyone with information should contact Shippensburg Police at 532 7361. Car Accident
No injuries were reported in an auto accident that took place on March 10th on West Orange Street outside of the Windmill Market. Nathaniel Catlett was attempting to turn his delivery truck right into the Windmill market when a vehicle driven by Travis Ott, 18 of Shippensburg attempted to pass him on the right. The delivery truck struck Ott's vehicle on the left side causing moderate damage. While passing on the right is legal in certain situations, Ott was found to be at fault in that case. Police Looking For Suspect Who Tried To Damage Truck Tires
State Police are looking for someone who has been apparently trying to puncture truck tires in the Shippensburg area. Police say over the weekend, two metal bars with sharply shaved edges, were discovered, along with several nails, in the area of 8 Cabin Lane in Southampton Township. Logging trucks regularly enter and leave the property. Anyone with information is asked to contact State Police at Carlisle. Crash Between Car, Two Tractor Trailers
An accident last evening between a car and two tractor-trailers shut down the southbound lanes of I-81 near Shippensburg for over two hours. It happened just after 6:30 near the King Street exit. State Police say a tractor-trailer jackknifed in the snow, hitting a car which was unable to avoid the skidding rig. The second rig was also unable to avoid the crash scene and slammed into a guard rail and also the first truck. Police say all three drivers were wearing seat belts and none was injured. Regal Purchases Owner Of MJ Mall Cinemas
A Carlisle movie theater is coming under new management. RC Theaters, which operates the MJ Mall Cinemas, has been purchased by Regal Cinemas. Regal already operates one midstate theater complex near Harrisburg, just off the Progress Avenue exit of I-81. This newest acquisition is expected to be completed by the end of June. HACC Tuition Hike Approved
Tuition is on the way up for students at Harrisburg Area Community College. Starting in the 2005-2006 academic year, tuition will increase 3.31 percent and the college will also charge an institutional fee of $5 per credit hour. That will mean a student with 12 credit hours will owe an additional $90 per semester. For students who are not from one of HACC's 22 sponsoring school districts, that increase will amount to $120 for 12 credit hours. HACC President Dr. Edna Baehre says the tuition hike is the result of two consecutive years of reductions in state funding. As a result, Baehre says the school is facing a budget deficit of $2 million this year and $3 million next year. In addition to its main Wildwood campus in Harrisburg, HACC also operates campuses in Lancaster, Lebanon, Gettysburg and a soon-to-be-built facility in York. Shippensburg University Students Could Win At Least 10 National Awards
Members of the Shippensburg University Chapter of the National Broadcasting Society found out Saturday, that they could win at least 10 awards at the National Convention, held this year in Los Angeles. The finalists for the 42nd National Student Electronic Media Competition, from the Shippensburg Chapter, are Jordan Conigliaro, James Hallman, Eric Heisler, Nikki Krize, Cosmo Losco, and Joe O'Neill, of SUTV and WSYC’s own Sara Bartlett and Melanie Warfel. The finalists for three categories in the competition have not been announced yet. The winners will be announced at the NBS Awards Ceremony on Saturday, March 12. For more information, visit the NBS website at www.nbs-aerho.org. CDBG Funding Allocated For Development In Shippensburg
Cumberland County Commissioners have agreed on a 70-thousand-dollar loan plan to go toward renovations of the former Gingerbread Man in Shippensburg. Developer Duaine Collier has already demolished the building and wants to replace it with a four-story, 20-thousand-square-foot complex to house retail establishments on the first floor and commercial businesses on the upper floors. The loan will come out of the county's portion of Community Development Block Grant funds. Twenty-Five Speeders Ticketed During 90-Minute Detail
State police held a speed enforcement detail over the weekend. From 9:30 to 11:00 Sunday morning, state troopers kept tabs on motorists traveling along I-81 near the Hanover Street interchange. The posted speed limit on that stretch of Highway is 55 miles an hour. During the 90-minute period, the drivers of 25 vehicles were cited for speeding, with the fastest motorist clocked at 85 miles an hour. Second Campus Approved For Dickinson Law School
By a vote of 20-14, the board of Governors at the Dickinson School of Law agreed to a two-campus plan proposed by Penn State, which would see a second law school campus built at State College, along with millions of dollars worth of renovations at the existing campus in Carlisle. According to the "Carlisle Sentinel," Governor Ed Rendell must also sign off on the plan by June 30th and has pledged over 20-million-dollars in state funds to go toward the renovations in Carlisle. Man Wanted In Carlisle Bar Fight Arrested Near Williamsport
A Carlisle man is in custody near Williamsport, almost a month after he escaped from police in connection with an incident in a bar. Police say 31-year-old Shawn Smith was arrested in Montoursville after authorities received an anonymous tip. It was January 31st when Smith was ejected from the 720 Cafe on North Hanover Street. Police say he later returned to the bar and threatened to shoot people, when he was arrested. Smith was being treated for minor injuries at Carlisle Regional Medical Center when he fled. He is in Lycoming County Prison awaiting extradition to Carlisle. Suspect Arrested In Numerous Sex Assaults
A Hagerstown, Maryland man has been named the chief suspect in a series of sexual assaults, including two in Franklin County. The "Harrisburg Patriot-News" reports 33-year-old Pov Srun was connected with the assaults via DNA evidence, according to Chambersburg Police Chief Michael DeFrank. One of the attacks took place September 16th in the parking lot of a K-Mart in Waynesboro, the second September 28th in a Weis Supermarket parking lot on Wayne Avenue in Chambersburg. Srun, who is a native of Cambodia, is being held in Maryland. Franklin County officials are unsure when he will face charges in Pennsylvania. Car Owner Being Sought Following Crash
State police are searching for witnesses to a Wednesday morning accident near Carlisle, as well as the owner of the car involved. Police say it was around 12:15 a.m., when a black Mazda Miata lost control while speeding along Mill Street near Woodcraft Drive in South Middleton Township. The car skidded onto the left shoulder, hit a guide wire and became airborne, traveling about 40 feet. The car then overturned and slid through a wooden shed, before coming to rest on its roof in a baseball field. By the time emergency crews arrived, the driver had apparently fled the scene. The car is registered to James Elash of Mount Holly Springs, but authorities have not yet located him. Anyone who may have seen the crash is asked to contact State Police at Carlisle. Law School Board of Governors To Vote
The Board of Governors at the Dickinson School of Law is scheduled to vote this Saturday whether to give final approval for a proposal which would see a second law school campus built on Penn State's main campus. The "Carlisle Sentinel" reports the plan would not only include the 60-million-dollar campus at State College, but also renovations at the law school's Carlisle campus, worth up to 40-million-dollars. Possible Serial Rapist In Custody
A man arrested yesterday in connection with two sexual assaults in Maryland may also be tied to similar incidents in Pennsylvania. Thirty-three-year-old Pov Srun was arrested at his Hagerstown home and charged with the sexual assaults of multiple teenaged girls. Montgomery County Police in Maryland say there were DNA matches to two sexual assaults in Pennsylvania as well. According to the “Chambersburg Public Opinion” Srun may be responsible for two unsolved September attacks in Chambersburg and Waynesboro. Charges Filed In 1999 Murder Case
A DNA test has led to murder charges against a Carlisle man. According to the "Carlisle Sentinel," 28-year-old Terrell Floyd was being held for allegedly assaulting a clerk at the Molly Pitcher Hotel and a sample of his DNA taken from that case has also linked him to the May, 1999 beating death of 52-year-old Gary Massey, whose body was found inside his East Louther Street home. Sentencing Scheduled For Woman In Children Case
Sentencing is scheduled for next month for a Newville-area woman who admitted to leaving her two small children unattended. The "Harrisburg Patriot-News" reports 22-year-old Tonya Airesman answered yes when Cumberland County Judge Ed Guido asked her if she had left her one-year-old and two-year-old boys alone last May in squalid conditions in her West Pennsboro Township home. Acting on a tip, state police found the boys in separate rooms, naked and lying in their own waste. Prosecutors say this is not the first time the children were left home alone. Airesman pleaded guilty to endangering the welfare of children. County Coroner Announces Reelection Bid
Cumberland County Coroner Mike Norris wants to hang onto his job. Norris has announced he is running for a seventh term. In addition to the post he's held since 1982, Norris is a regional vice president of the Pennsylvania Coroners Association and immediate past president of the International Association of Coroners and Medical Examiners. New Deer Population Study Underway
The Pennsylvania Game Commission has launched the latest in a series of studies of the state's white-tailed deer population. Game Commission biologist Dr. Christopher Rosenberry says the new study seeks to answer a number of questions, including the percentage of female deer which survive from one hunting season to the next, the factors which influence their survival and how the deer respond to hunter movements. Officials say studying the female gives a more accurate measure of any changes in the overall deer population. Game Commission researchers are working with members of the Fish and Wildlife Research Unit at Penn State on the three-year study. Deadline Approaching To Apply For Federal Fire Grants
Pennsylvania Fire Commissioner Ed Mann is reminding volunteer fire companies and ambulance/EMS operators that February 28th is the deadline to apply for financial assistance under the 2004/2005 federal grant program. A total of 22-million-dollars has been allocated for fire company grants, while 5-million-dollars is available for ambulance and EMS services. The funds can be used for firefighter operations and safety training, service on existing debt or to purchase new equipment. Last year, grants were awarded to more than 25-hundred volunteer first-responder organizations in Pennsylvania. Kroll Associates Issued Final Report On State Police
A national monitoring group appointed by Pennsylvania Governor Ed Rendell reports the State Police have successfully implemented a new set of disciplinary standards over the past year. Forty recommendations were handed down in 2003 by the Office of the Inspector General to minimize misconduct by police officers and to ensure violators are adequately punished. The new discipline standards imposes a stricter code of conduct, requires immediate dismissal of a State Police member who is found guilty of serious misconduct and the prohibition of arbitrators reducing dismissal penalties. Orrstown Man Turns Himself In To Police
On the morning of Saturday, February 19, Justin Hockenberry went to the Shippensburg police station to turn himself in. An officer asked Hockenberry if he had committed any crimes, and he replied, “Yeah, I have marijuana and cocaine.” Hockenberry refused to say where he got the drugs, and then told the police that he wanted to go to jail. After the police tested the drugs, they fulfilled Hockenberry’s request and took him to the Carlisle Booking Center on charges of possession. A family member bailed him out later the same day. According to Shippensburg Police Hockenberry had been drinking before he arrived at the station. Rollover Accident Under Investigation
Seat belts may have saved the life of a Carlisle man in a weekend car crash. It happened along Route-641 near Bloserville Road just outside Newville early Sunday. State Police say a car driven by 21-year-old Michael Vincett left the roadway and traveled through a cornfield, and rolled over at least twice before coming to rest. Police say by the time they arrived, Vincett had fled the vehicle with unknown injuries. Police expect to interview Vincett as the investigation continues. One Person Injured In Three Car Accident
One person suffered minor injuries in three car accident today. Yvonne Biller was making a left turn onto West Garfield Street from Fayette Street when her car was struck by a car driven by Andrew Kuhn. Biller’s car then spun into the path of a third car driven by Dennis Lehman. Two of the cars sustained severe damage and had to be towed. Shippensburg Police are investigating the crash. Legislation Designed To Protect Patients
Hospital patients would have an added level of protection under legislation sponsored by Cumberland County state Senator Pat Vance. The measure would create two separate and distinct categories of crimes for which convictions would prevent an individual from being employed in a hospital. Under the plan, someone convicted of a serious crime such as rape or murder would be banned for life, but for less serious offenses such as shoplifting, a person could be hired only after ten years with a clean record. Underage Drinking Party Raided At Shippensburg
A weekend police raid in Shippensburg has resulted in eight arrests on underage drinking charges. Police were called to 15 Sunbeam Court at around 1:45 Sunday morning. The address in question houses the Alpha Chi Rho fraternity. Those arrested range in age from 18 to 20. Five of the eight arrested are Shippensburg University students. Accident Shuts Down Interstate
An icy patch of roadway along Interstate-81 is to blame for a multi-car pile up early Friday morning. Police say one car traveling northbound lost control on the icy roadway crashing into a guard rail, another motorist also lost control hitting the first car and a third car the followed suit adding to the pileup. No one in the third car was injured but the other two drivers and passengers were taken to Chambersburg Hospital. All three drivers were from out of state. Public Affairs Symposium Continues At Dickinson College
The 42nd Annual Public Affairs Symposium got underway Sunday at Dickinson College. This year's theme, Fitness, Physique and Psyche, began with last evening's keynote address by professional wrestler turned politician Jesse Ventura. Today's event focuses on healthy living and what we should know to deal with the obesity epidemic. Lectures and demonstrations by nutritionists, trainers, and workout experts will begin at 7:30 this evening in the Anita Tuvin Schlechter Auditorium on the Dickinson campus. Funding Targeted To Enhance Safety In Several Locations
The 2005-2006 state budget presented by Governor Ed Rendell earlier this month includes 200-million-dollars over the next four years under the Home Town Streets/Safe Routes to Schools program. The plan includes funding for Cumberland County such as more than 500-thousand-dollars for safety, sidewalk and lighting improvements along Bridge Street in New Cumberland. In addition, South High Street in Newville would receive more than 200-thousand-dollars for period lighting and brick crosswalks. No Charges Against Supreme Court Justice
A Pennsylvania Supreme Court Justice will not face criminal charges for allegedly trying to carry a Swiss Army knife aboard an airplane at Harrisburg International Airport. Authorities say it was February 4th when Justice Thomas Saylor was informed he couldn't keep the knife as he boarded a flight to Philadelphia. Authorities say he later was found to have concealed the weapon inside his carry-on luggage. Federal authorities had already declined to press charges, and now, according to the "Harrisburg Patriot-News," Dauphin County DA Ed Marsico has made a similar decision. Marsico says Saylor would have faced a fine of only 300-dollars on state charges, but if federal prosecutors had pursued the case, the fine could have been as high as 6-thousand-dollars. College Student's Death May Be Drug-Related
The death last week of a college student from Steelton may be the result of a drug overdose. Twenty-year-old Michael McGoyne was found last Tuesday night in his bedroom on the campus on Indiana University of Pennsylvania. The Deputy Indiana County Coroner told the "Harrisburg Patriot-News" the official toxicology report won't be available for a week, but initial autopsy results show McGoyne had symptoms consistent with drug use, including fluid in his lungs, vomit in his trachea and swelling on the brain. McGoyne was a 2003 graduate of the Milton Hershey School, majoring in psychology at IUP. Carlisle Man Sentenced To Life In Double Murder In Virginia
A Carlisle man has been sentenced to life in prison in connection with a double murder in Virginia. A federal jury this week could have sentenced 32-year-old Brent Simmons to the death penalty. The "Carlisle Sentinel" reports Simmons was found guilty in connection with the 1996 execution-style murders of his ex-girlfriend and her new boyfriend. At the time, all three were students at James Madison University. Simmons was already serving a 20-year sentence after pleading guilty to state charges of second-degree murder. This latest trial was for federal charges against Simmons under the Violence Against Women Act. Officers React After What Looked Like A Bomb Is Brought Into Carlisle Barracks
There were some tense moments Thursday afternoon in and around the Carlisle barracks. It was around 12:15 p.m. when, according to the "Harrisburg Patriot-News," security officers discovered what looked like an explosive device inside the car of a state government employee who was trying to enter the base as a visitor. The unidentified man was unable to provide the necessary identification to show he possessed the device legally, prompting security officials to act as if it was a real bomb, with extra security called in. The device turned out to be a replica of a bomb used for training purposes. The man was later able to confirm his identity. The incident lasted three hours. Three-Day Public Affairs Symposium This Weekend At Dickinson College
The annual Public Affairs Symposium gets underway this weekend on the campus of Dickinson College. The title of this year's event is "Fitness, Physique, and Psyche. The keynote speaker will be former professional wrestler turned politician Jesse "The Body" Ventura, who served one term as the Governor of Minnesota. His lecture begins at 7;30 Sunday evening in the Anita Tuvin Schlechter Auditorium. The event is free, but those planning to attend will be limited to two general seating tickets each. Harrisburg State Hospital Hotline Set Up
The state Department of Public Welfare has set up a toll-free hotline for family members of the 258 patients of Harrisburg State Hospital. The facility is set to close by the end of this year, and Welfare officials say the hotline is designed to provide information for those concerned about the process of relocating patients as the closing of the hospital gets underway. Staff members will also provide callers with the appropriate contacts for those seeking to continue care for the patients. The number is 1-800-803-7632. It's in operation Monday through Friday, from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. UPDATE: Shippensburg Student Did Not Run From Police
We have more information tonight about York resident Chase Butala who was hit by a car on Queen Street in Shippensburg last month. Pennsylvania State Police tell us that Butala ran out from a parking lot and into a car driven by David Hill of Mechanicsburg. Contrary to earlier reports, Butala did not run from the police. However, charges are pending against Butala for public drunkenness and being a pedestrian under the influence. County Mails Out Erroneous Tax Delinquency Notices
Cumberland County officials are admitting they mistakenly sent out delinquent tax notices to about four-thousand property owners. The notices stated that municipal and school tax payments were overdue and the properties in question could be sold at auction. Jerry Wilkes, the county's director of technology and information management, told the "Harrisburg Patriot-News" the mistake was made by a private company that printed the notices. Wilkes says they'll be notifying the affected property owners, apologizing for the mistake. County DA Running For Judge
Cumberland County District Attorney Skip Ebert says he wants to become a judge. Ebert, in his tenth year on the job, has announced his candidacy for the Cumberland County Judge's post which will become vacant later this year with the impending retirement of President Judge George Hoffer. Former state Attorney General LeRoy Zimmerman has been named honorary Chairman of Ebert's campaign. Dickinson College To Host Students From Middle East, Africa, Asia
For the second straight year, Dickinson College is participating in a cultural exchange program hosting students from the Middle East, South Asia and Africa during the spring and early summer. Dickinson is one of ten schools participating in the Partnership for Leaning Undergraduate Studies, or PLUS program, developed by the U.S. Department of State. The students will come to Dickinson from Iraq, Morocco, Syria, Kuwait, Bangladesh, and India. Underage Drinker Sentenced to Probation
A former Shippensburg University student was spared jail time, stemming from a drunken incident last fall. Cumberland County Judge Edgar Bayley acknowledged that 20-year-old Michael Venezia is currently undergoing alcohol treatment, in sentencing him to 12 months probation. The "Harrisburg Patriot-News" reports that last October, police in Shippensburg stopped Venezia for alcohol possession and giving false identification. Venezia then fled and ended up on the roof of a three story building, where he remained for two hours before being talked down by a state trooper. Before pronouncing sentence, Judge Bayley said that it sounds as though Venezia is on the right track. Convenience Store Owner Fined For Selling Illegal Cigarettes
A Franklin County business owner has been fined $600 for selling illegal cigarettes. Twenty-eight-year-old Syed Gaffar, who owns Zack's Exxon on Wayne Avenue in Chambersburg, pled guilty to one count of selling unstamped cigarettes, meaning they were not subject to the state sales tax. Authorities with the state Department of Revenue discovered 270 cartons of unstamped cigarettes at his store. Sales Via Internet Weren't Taxed
Pennsylvanians purchasing cigarettes online aren't exempt from paying taxes to the state. According to Pennsylvania Secretary of Revenue's Greg Fajt, residents buying cigarettes online still have to pay the appropriate taxes to the commonwealth if they haven't already done so. The U.S. Attorney's Office out of Virginia investigated two websites, www.cigoutlet.com and www.affordablecigs.com. They estimate purchases from the two websites cost Pennsylvania close to $27 thousand in cigarette taxes over the course of several years. Residents found willfully evading the cigarette tax can spend up to five years in prison and incur up to $15 thousand in fines. Keeping Tabs On Deer Population
The state Department of Conservation and Natural Resources has begun an aerial surveillance program designed to better keep track of the state's white-tailed deer population. Targeted areas include the Tuscarora State Forest in Perry County. The task will be carried out with the use of infrared cameras mounted aboard an aircraft. A total of 250 thousand acres in eleven counties will be targeted. Turnpike Improvements Underway
Pennsylvania Turnpike officials Tuesday broke ground on a 150-million-dollars project to make some major improvements in and around the Harrisburg East interchange. The project is designed to ease traffic backlogs at the tolls, and on the entrance and exit ramps. It will also replace the two-lane Turnpike bridge across the Susquehanna River with a three-lane span which will also include an emergency lane in each direction. The current bridge, which handles more than 24-thousand vehicles a day, is scheduled to be torn down in May 2007, when the new bridge is completed. "Great Pennsylvania Cleanup" Set For April 23rd
Three Rendell Administration cabinet secretaries gathered at the state capitol yesterday to announce plans for the Great Pennsylvania Cleanup. The second annual event is designed to bring together not only environmentalists and outdoor enthusiasts, but sportsmen, hunters, and anglers as well. The cleanup scheduled to take place April 23rd, in conjunction with Earth Day. An estimated 182-thousand Pennsylvanians took part last year, making it the largest one-day litter cleanup effort ever. Participants in Tuesday's kickoff event included PennDOT Secretary Allen Biehler, Environmental Protection Secretary Kathleen McGinty, as well as Conservation and Natural Resources Secretary Michael DiBeradinis. Man Escorted From Bar Faces Multiple Charges
An intoxicated man escorted from a local bar is facing a number of charges. Police say 21-year-old Jason Booz of Shippensburg was escorted by staff from Wib's Bar early Sunday morning. Upon exiting the building, police arrived to find Booz allegedly intentionally damaging another patron's vehicle. He was taken into custody at which time he was allegedly found to be in possession of marijuana. He has been charged with drug possession, public drunkenness and criminal mischief. Strange Harassment At Local Store
Police are searching for a suspect in a harassment case. A 15-year-old exited the Big K-Mart in Shippensburg to find his bicycle tire punctured. The suspect approached the victim and demanded 20-dollars if the victim would assault him. The victim then proceeded to a nearby Wal-Mart where the suspect confronted him. The suspect then gave the victim 5- dollars for damaging his tire and fled the scene. The suspect is said to possibly be Native American, 35 to 40-years-old, five-feet-ten-inches tall, and weighing between 160 and 180 pounds. He had long black hair and was wearing a bandana around his head at the time. Sewer Authority Also Wants To Run Water System
The Cumberland-Franklin Joint Municipal Authority, which provides sewer service to four municipalities, is now seeking to provide water service to the area as well. The first step, according to the "Carlisle Sentinel," would be unanimous approval by the local governments, which would be affected -- Shippensburg Township, Southampton Township in Cumberland County, Southampton Township in Franklin County, and the borough of Orrstown. The Public Utility Commission would also have to give its approval. Traffic Stop Search Finds Drugs
A man stopped for speeding along I-81 also faces drug charges. Police stopped 20-year-old Brad Grenoble late Saturday evening for allegedly driving 73-miles-per-hour in a 55-mile-per-hour zone. Police say a search of the vehicle led to a find of marijuana. Grenoble was charged with one count each of possession of drug and drug paraphernalia and exceeding the maximum speed limit. Loss Prevention Officers Find More Than Just Merchandise
A man exiting the Big K-Mart was stopped by loss prevention personnel after being observed in the act of shoplifting. Twenty-three-year-old Joshua Grimes was allegedly found to be in possession of four DVDs that he had not paid for. Authorities say a further search found Grimes to be in possession of heroin and marijuana. He was taken to the Carlisle Booking Center where he was charged. Couple Arrested In Connection With Convenience Store Robberies
A Carlisle couple wanted on robbery charges in Silver Spring Township is now behind bars after being arrested in Perry County. State Police at Newport issued an arrest warrant for 23-year-old Andrew Meck and 21-year-old Angela Rudy. Police had information that the two were in a residence in the 2600-block of Valley Road in Marysville. They were taken into custody around 12:15 Saturday afternoon, waived extradition, and were returned to Silver Spring Township. Rudy and Meck are wanted in connection with recent convenience store robberies. Judge Upholds Firing Of Carlisle Police Officer
Cumberland County Judge Edgar Bayley has upheld a 2003 decision to fire a Carlisle police officer. The "Carlisle Sentinel" reports Borough Council voted in May 2003 to dismiss Police Corporal Thomas Day, for statements he made accusing other officers of wrongdoing, and claiming a cover up by Carlisle Police Chief Steve Margeson. He was fired for conduct unbecoming an officer and disobeying an order. An investigation failed to substantiate the charge. Hospitals Agree To End The Practice Of Diverting Emergency Patients
Ten midstate hospitals have reached an agreement to no longer divert emergency room patients to other facilities. The practice of patient diversion had been common practice due to overcrowding conditions, but it also risked inadequate patient care. As a result, the New Cumberland-based Emergency Medical Services Foundation worked with the hospitals to come up with the agreement. The deal involves Harrisburg Hospital, Community General Osteopathic Hospital, Hershey Medical Center and Holy Spirit Hospital as well as Hanover Hospital, Carlisle Regional Medical Center, Chambersburg Hospital, Gettysburg Hospital, Good Samaritan Hospital in Lebanon, and Waynesboro Hospital. C. Steven Lyle, Executive Director of the Emergency Medical Services Foundation, says seven other medical facilities are considering joining in the agreement. Thousands Turn Our For Community Book Effort
Last Year's "One Book, One Community" campaign is being considered a success. Libraries in seven counties including Cumberland, Adams, Dauphin, and York, offered residents the chance to read and discuss the book "Rocket Boys." Between late August and early November, the book was borrowed more than 85-hundred times, and more than 21-hundred area residents participated in related discussions, expert lectures, field trips, and screenings of the movie "October Sky," on which the book is based. Car Crash Leads To 20-Year-Old's Arrest For DUI
An accident has led to a DUI arrest for a Mechanicsburg youth. Police say they responded to the Wednesday evening crash along southbound I-81 in Dickinson Township. The driver of the car, 20-year-old Joshua Shoemaker, was found to be intoxicated and was taken into custody. At the Carlisle Booking Center, police say he failed a breathalyzer test. Along with DUI, Shoemaker is also charged with underage drinking, reckless driving, and a further investigation showed he had an outstanding warrant from Lower Allen Township Police on a theft charge. Shoemaker is in Cumberland County Prison with arraignment proceedings pending. Final Night Of Construction Expected Southbound Along I-81 In Franklin County
Tonight should be the final night of construction which has led to lane restrictions for southbound motorists along I-81 in Franklin County. Work on the new Exit 17 has resulted in traffic down to a single lane, detoured off the interstate, then back on using the new Exit 17 ramps. The work has been taking place all week, between 9 p.m. and 6 a.m. Once the construction ends in the southbound lanes, PennDOT crews will do a similar operation on the northbound side. Fatal December Crash Results In Criminal Charges
State Police have filed charges against a Carlisle man in connection with a fatal December car crash. The crash happened at around 12:50 a.m., December 18th, along Route 533 in Newville. Police say a car driven by 23-year-old Chad Michael Hutchinson was traveling at an excessive rate of speed when he cost control, and slammed into a tree. Hutchinson's passenger, 23-year-old Michael Chilenski of Newville, was killed in the crash. Today, Hutchinson was arrested and charged with homicide by vehicle while driving under the influence, involuntary manslaughter, and related offenses. A preliminary hearing is scheduled for next month. Fed Governor To Be Honored With Dickinson College Award
An official with the U.S. Federal Reserve Bank is the recipient of this year's Dickinson College Benjamin Rush Award. Fed Governor Edward Gramlich will be honored at a ceremony scheduled for March 2nd at the Stern Center on the Dickinson Campus. The Rush Award is given each year to an individual recognized for his or her excellence in government or business. Following the award presentation, Gramlich will present a lecture on the economics of budget and trade deficits and the effect on the U.S. economy. Teen To Be Tried As An Adult In Double Stabbing
A Hampden Township teen has been ordered to stand trial in connection with a double stabbing. The "Carlisle Sentinel" reports 17-year-old Jonathan Michael Nester is being charged as an adult for allegedly stabbing two 18-year-old Carlisle High School students during a fight last December 18th, outside the Giant Foods store in Silver Spring Township. The two suffered stab wounds in the fight. Disagreements Delay Search For New Shippensburg President
The search for a new president of Shippensburg University is reportedly on hold. Faculty members continue to oppose the process for choosing a successor to Anthony Ceddia, who is retiring at the end of June. Two faculty members recently resigned from a nine-member search committee, citing what they claim is a lack of diversity among committee members, as well as prospective candidates. Cumberland County State Representative Glen Grell who chairs the search committee, said the faculty members' actions are "not encouraging at all." Another Request To Rename The New Big Spring High School
The Big Spring School Board will once again take up a request to name the new high school after one of its graduates who died in Somalia. The new request comes from Richard Chamberlain of West Pennsboro Township and a Korean war veteran. Board members three years ago rejected a similar request by the Pennsylvania VFW. Shugart was a 1976 Big Spring graduate, and one of 18 American soldiers who died during military action in Somalia in 1993, in a story depicted in the book and movie "Blackhawk Down." Board members say they will consider the new request at their next meeting February 22nd. Charged Filed In Murder Dating Back More Than Five Years
A Carlisle man has been charged in a 1999 murder case. Twenty-nine-year-old Terrell Floyd is charged with first and third-degree murder in the death of 52-year-old Gary Massey of Carlisle, whom authorities say was a police informant. Floyd was arraigned in Cumberland County Prison, where he is serving time on an unrelated offense. Sentence handed Down In Connection With Midstate Drug Ring
A Lower Allen Township man has been sentenced to two to eight years in state prison for his part in a Midstate drug ring. Forty-two-year-old Michael Sabella pled guilty in Cumberland County Court to charges of drug delivery, illegal use of a communication device and conspiracy. Authorities say the drug ring is responsible for distributing about $800-thousand worth of heroin throughout the region in the course of a year. The drug ring's leader, 38-year-old Julio Hernandez of Allentown, will be in Dauphin County Court for sentencing tomorrow. Suspect Identified In A Rash Of Convenience Store Robberies
A Carlisle man has been identified as a suspect in a number of recent robberies at area convenience stores. Police say 23-year-old Andrew Meck is wanted for the January 29th robbery at the Turkey Hill on South Market Street in Upper Allen Township, the January 14th holdup at the Uni-Mart on Wesley Drive in Lower Allen Township, and a holdup January 16th at a Uni-Mart in New Kingston. Police say Meck walks with a noticeable limp, and they also suspect his girlfriend, 22-year-old Angela Rudy, as the getaway driver. Anyone with information on the whereabouts of the couple is asked to contact Cumberland County Control, at 238-7976. EZ Pass Machines On The Way
Buying E-Z Pass Transponders in Pennsylvania is about to get a little easier. A turnpike commission supplier has developed a kiosk that will automatically enroll new E-Z Pass customers and dispense the necessary windshield transponders. Turnpike officials say the first five machines will be installed over the next several months. Rendell On PHEAA
A key issue in Pennsylvania Governor Ed Rendell's budget address was funding improvements for college students. Rendell talks about the increased funding being made available by the Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency. Sallie Mae is seeking a 1-billion-dollar takeover of PHEAA. This year, PHEAA provided 359-million-dollars in free grants to 140-thousand-dollars in-state students. Individually, the grants are worth up to 33-hundred-dollars. Judge Caught With Knife At Airport
A Pennsylvania judge may face charges after attempting to board a plane with a pocketknife. Justice Thomas Saylor was held at Harrisburg International Airport last Friday after screeners discovered the knife in his carry-on bag. Officials say he was told that he couldn't carry it on board. Saylor said it was a gift from a friend and he did not want to lose it. If charged, he could face fines of up to six-thousand dollars. New Site Selected To Build Ethanol Plant
York-based Penn-Mar Ethanol has announced the location where it wants to build an huge ethanol plant, and it won't be in Lancaster County as originally planned. The company is expected to sign a deal to pay more than 2.2-million dollars for 55 acres near Letterkenny Township, Franklin County, to build a plant which is expected to open late next year. Penn-Mar had originally announced that the plant would be built on 65 acres along the Susquehanna River in Conoy Township. Late last year, those plans were put on hold while Penn-Mar officials considered other proposals which were apparently lower in cost that the Lancaster County site. Dickinson Student Charged In Bomb Threat
A Dickinson College student has been charged in connection with a bomb scare on campus. Police say it was Monday afternoon when a backpack with a threatening note attached was discovered in a classroom in the Jacob Tome Building. It and the nearby James Center were both evacuated, with local police, the county sheriff's office, and a bomb sniffing dog called in. The "Carlisle Sentinel" reports 18-year-old Colin Drew-Becker of Oakmont Pennsylvania, later admitted that he left the backpack and there was no bomb. He was arrested and charged and is now free on bail. Carlisle Mayor To Seek Sixth Term
Carlisle Mayor Kirk Wilson this morning announced his candidacy for a sixth term, but unlike past elections, Wilson will have some competition. Carlisle businessman and former borough council member Charles Andrews, a Democrat announced Monday that he will challenge the Republican Wilson in the November election. Andrews is co-owner of the Garden Gallery on North Hanover Street. According to the "Carlisle Sentinel," Wilson says his priorities will include keeping the Carlisle Barracks open, as well as the preservation of the Dickinson School of Law. For his part, Andrews will focus on making Carlisle a more liveable community, and marketing the area as a day trip destination for tourists. Coroner Says Seat Belts Could Have Saved More Lives
In his annual report to Commissioners, Cumberland County Coroner Mike Norris says his office investigated 21 traffic fatalities in 2004, down from 25 in the previous year. Norris says he is certain that six of those killed in car accidents last year would have survived if they had been wearing their seat belts. In fact according to Norris, over the last 15 years, a total of 160 people died in car crashes in Cumberland County due lack of seat belt use. In addition, in 2004 Norris' office investigated 28 other accidental deaths, 20 suicides and two homicides. Pennsylvania In Top Ten Of Most "Sexually Adventurous" States
Pennsylvania may have been founded by Puritanical Quakers, but their views don't apparently extend to the bedroom here. The Keystone State was the tenth most "sexually adventurous" in the country according to a study by the New Sex Institute of Beverly Hills, California. Appropriately, Missouri, the "Show-Me State," ranked number one in the study. It was followed by California, Texas, New York and Utah. The rankings stem from sales of a DVD put out by the company on new lovemaking techniques. College Students Charged With Stealing From Dorms
Three Shippensburg University students have been charged in a series of burglaries. The "Carlisle Sentinel" reports 21 year-old Theodore Lipford III, and 20-year-old Tyquan Cooper allegedly store more than $10-thousand worth of electronic items and textbooks from dorm rooms and off-campus locations, during the month of January. Lipford and Cooper, were part of last season's Shippensburg Red Raider football team. They are each being charged with eight counts of burglary and other offenses. The third suspect, 20 year-old Kenneth Carter Jr. is a roommate of Lipford and Cooper. He is being charged with receiving stolen property. Currently, all three men are free on unsecured bail. Last fall two other football players were charged with criminal offenses. Richard Henshaw and Kevin Boyle Jr. are awaiting formal arraignment on simple assault and harassment charges in connection with a fight on High Street, October 10. Woman Uses Counterfeit Money At Bingo
A Chambersburg woman is in custody after using counterfeit money to pay for bingo. Shippensburg Police were called to the Shippensburg Firefighter’s Activity Center after Jeff Garner, the cashier, noticed that a woman paid with a counterfeit $100 bill. Garner pointed out the woman to police, who was identified as Elizabeth Sharpe. Sharpe showed police the rest of her money, which was authentic, but her suspicious behavior lead police to investigate further. Officer’s found four more counterfeit $100 bills in the women’s bathroom, hidden in an envelope in a stall. Sharpe was taken into custody and taken to the police station where the U.S. Secret Service was contacted. Sharpe was charged with two counts of Forgery. Dual Law School Plan May End Up in Court
Three members of the Dickinson Law School Board of Governors have filed suit in Cumberland County Court seeking to present a two-campus plan which would see a new law school built in State College. The suit alleges this is part of a plan for Penn State to eventually dissolve the Carlisle campus altogether, violating the original agreement which made the Dickinson Law School part of Penn State more than four years ago. Free Flu Shots next Week In Harrisburg, Chambersburg
Midstate residents who have not received a flu shot will soon be able to get one at two locations next week. The Pennsylvania Department of Health will be administering flu vaccines, free of charge, Tuesday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., at the Chambersburg Mall, and Thursday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., at the Boscov's in the Harrisburg Mall. There are no restrictions, and no appointment is necessary. Shippensburg Students Travel to See Groundhog
Two Shippensburg students decided to brave the cold yesterday to see Puxatawny Phil on his day of fame. Senior Melanie Warfel and junior Jordan Conigliaro chose to take the three and a half hour drive to actually witness the groundhog’s decision about the seasons. This is Warfel’s second trip to see Phil. She says “I went last year and it was really fun, so I decided to go again this year. We even broadcast the event.” Unfortunately, the groundhog did see his shadow, which means there will be six more grueling weeks of winter. Morning Chase Lands DUI Suspect In Jail
A Harrisburg man is in custody following an early morning police chase near Newville. Truckers alerted police via CB radio just after midnight of a motorist swerving in and out of traffic in the northbound lanes of I-81 between the Newville and Plainfield exits. Police caught up with the car and remained in pursuit for about two miles at a slow rate of speed until he finally pulled over. Police arrested 58-year-old Harold Williamson, who faces DUI and other traffic offenses. Rendell Hands Out Economic Aid
Governor Rendell was in Carlisle to hand out state redevelopment funds for a number of communities. First for the borough itself, more than $1-million for renovations to the second and third floors of the former Woolworth building, which is being converted into a center to house various small businesses. Another $35-thousand will be used to renovate the facade of the Carlisle Theater. New Cumberland and Newville Boroughs will also benefit from the governor's visit. Under the Home Town Streets program, New Cumberland receives $529-thousand, while Newville is awarded $214-thousand, for improvements to each community's downtown area. Rendell To Make Investment Announcement In Carlisle
Governor Rendell will be in Carlisle on February 2nd to make what is termed a regional investment announcement. Rendell has planned a 2 p.m. appearance in the conference room at Business Central, located near the square on North Hanover Street. Rendell and other state and local officials will announce plans to invest in a number of Cumberland County communities. Man Convicted In Death Of Son Gets Second Chance To Appeal
Cumberland County Judge J. Wesley Oler has ruled that a North Middleton Township man can file a new appeal of his conviction in the death of his four year-old son. The "Carlisle Sentinel" reports the ruling reverses a state Superior Court ruling in the case of 33-year-old Anthony Thomas. Thomas and his 29-year-old wife Shenique were each sentenced to ten years in prison in the July 2003 starvation death of their son Anthony Quincy Thomas. Judge Oler ruled that Thomas received inadequate legal counsel, when his original attorney missed the deadline for filing an appeal. Thomas has since hired a new attorney. State Superior Court last week rejected an appeal filed by Shenique Thomas. Lancaster Grocer Fined For Selling Untaxed Cigarettes
A Lancaster business owner has been cited for selling illegal cigarettes. State Revenue officials say 40 year-old Jose Luis Guzman, owner of Guzman's Grocery Store on Juniata Street, obtained and sold unstamped cigarettes, free of sales tax. All cigarettes sold in Pennsylvania carry a special stamp, to show that the appropriate tax of $1.35 in Pennsylvania has been paid. Guzman entered a guilty plea, and has been ordered to pay a $700 fine plus court costs. This comes almost a week after a Chambersburg storeowner was charged with the same crime. Man Accused Of False Reports
During a bank robbery investigation at the F&M Bank on Walnut Bottom Road in South Hampton Township, a man called 911 from nearby pay phone and knowingly gave two false names to police as being involved in the crime. After an investigation, it was found that the two were not involved. Police have accused 32-year-old Daniel Burkholder of Shippensburg with giving false reports to law enforcement officials and have filed charges against him. County Wants To Rezone Land Adjacent To Landfill
Supervisors in Hopewell Township will hold a public hearing February 25th on a proposal to rezone 133 acres south of Route 641 from agricultural to light industrial. The land sits adjacent to the Cumberland County landfill. The county says it's not seeking an expansion, but wants to use soil from the land to cover portions of the existing landfill. Supervisors have tentatively scheduled a vote on the proposed rezoning for March 7th. New Warehouse Complex Planned For Carlisle
Nevada-based developer DP Partners has announced plans to build a second warehouse in the LogistiCenter complex on Route 641 in North Middleton Township. The news comes less than a week after it was announced that Borders Books is leasing DP's other warehouse at the center, a 600-thousand-square-foot complex. Groundbreaking on the new, 550-thousand-square-foot building is planned for this spring. Largest Gift In History Awarded To Dickinson College
Dickinson College is receiving the largest gift in its history. An initial donation of $10-million has been willed to the college from the estate Dr. Robert Rector, a 1945 Dickinson graduate and his wife Dorothy. A Mechanicsburg native, Rector went on to become a respected surgeon at Chambersburg Hospital and Mrs. Rector,originally from Philadelphia, worked as his nurse and chief assistant. Dickinson College President William Durden calls the gift a momentous occasion, saying the contribution will make a tremendous difference on the campus for some time to come. The total amount of the gift will be determined at a later date, and will eventually be used to build a new science complex on the Dickinson Campus. Borders Books To Lease Larger Warehouse, 200 New Jobs To Be Created
More than 200 jobs are coming to the Carlisle area. The owner of the Borders and Waldenbooks chains, has announced it's moving into a 600-thousand square-foot warehouse in the LogisiCenter Complex in North Middleton Township. The "Harrisburg Patriot-News" reports the facility will replace a 125-thousand-square foot complex Borders currently leases in Middletown. More than 100 employees there will move to the new center when it opens sometime in 2006. Online Survey Seeks To Gauge Potential For Slots Use
With slot machines soon to be a reality in Pennsylvania, a new online poll seeks to determine whether would-be gamblers are willing to forego the trip to Atlantic City or Delaware and stay in Pennsylvania. The poll is being conducted by Carlisle-based Leadership Cumberland, in association with Capitol Trailways, which conducts a number of casino bus trips. Officials say finding out people's future travel habits now, helps them plan a more effective marketing campaign in the future. The poll is available at www.capitoltrailways.com. Chambersburg Ice Fest Begins Today
The third-annual Chambersburg Ice Fest begins today and runs through Sunday. The main attraction of the Ice Fest is the giant ice sculptures carved in Memorial Square. This year there will be eleven giant sculptures including an ice throne, a bull, a rocking horse, a peacock, and the Founding Fathers. The sculptures will be carved tonight and tomorrow evening from 5 to 9 p.m. Another event at the Ice Fest is the second-annual chili cook-off, which will run from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday at the Wood Center in the Capitol Theatre. Admission to the cook-off is $2 and includes chili tasting. Visitors also have the chance to vote for the best chili by making a donation in the bucket of the local non-profit group of their choice. Other events include musical performances, food vendors around the square, dance performances and a ballet Sunday at the Capitol Theatre. In addition, most local businesses will have extended hours during the Ice Fest. Police Apprehend Suspect Allegedly In The Act Of Stealing
North Middleton Township police arrested a Carlisle man this morning while he was allegedly in the process of burglarizing homes along Spur Road. Police captured 24 year-old Richard Barrick of Willow Grove Road, after following footprints in the snow leading to multiple garages being forced open. He was caught allegedly in the act at 31 Spur Road. Barrick was charged with burglary, criminal trespass, loitering and prowling at night, and public drunkenness and other offenses. Franklin County Business Owner Admits To Selling Contraband Smokes
The state Department of Revenue has filed charges against a Chambersburg store owner for selling illegal cigarettes. Authorities say 35-year-old Jesus Herrera, owner of La Michoacana Mexican Store in the 200-block of East Main Street, pled guilty to one count of selling 57 packages of unstamped cigarettes, thus avoiding the paying of the 20 cents per pack sales tax. Herrera was fined $600 plus court costs. All cigarettes sold in Pennsylvania carry a special stamp, which indicate they are subject to the sales tax. More Liquor Stores To Have Sunday Hours
Just in time for Super Bowl Sunday, the Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board is extending the number of wine and spirits shops which will be open on Sundays. Starting February 6th, an additional 62 stores will have Sunday hours, including four in the midstate. Those stores are located on Oakhurst Boulevard in Susquehanna Township, Dauphin County, on North 8th Avenue in the city of Lebanon, and two Cumberland County locations; on South Spring Garden Street in Carlisle, and in the 65 hundred block of Carlisle Pike in Mechanicsburg. Pioneering Female Pastor Dies
The senior pastor at Allison United Methodist Church in Carlisle has died. Reverend Dr. Karen Layman passed away Monday from pancreatic cancer at the age of 55. When named pastor in 1994, Layman became the first female in the United Methodist Church to lead a congregation of 600 or more. A memorial service will be held at the church Saturday at 11 a.m. Teens Under Arrest Following Overnight Chase
Two teens are in custody following an early morning high speed chase. It happened around 12:20 a.m. when troopers say they spotted a car fishtailing as it exited Shippensburg Township Park, then failed to stop at two stop signs. That's when troopers mounted a pursuit, which turned into a chase with speeds exceeding 80 miles an hour. The chase ended when the car crashed into a cement barrier and two parked flatbed trucks. The two occupants fled on foot, but one of them was quickly captured. He is identified as 18-year-old Joseph Ickes of Newville. The driver, a 16 year-old juvenile, was later turned in by his father. Both face numerous charges, including underage drinking. Two More Face Charges in Computer Lab Thefts
Shippensburg University Police filed felony charges against two more men in connection with the theft of computers from the campus. Brian Strawser and Dwayne Welker were charged as co-defendants along with Martin Strom, who was charged January 13. All three men were residents of the same group home on the first block of East Orange Street in Shippensburg. Strom was reported missing by his mother a month before he was charged in the thefts. He remains in Cumberland County Prison with bail being set at $50,000. Strawser and Welker are free on $5,000 bail. Perry County Hunter Accidentally Shot
State Police say Michael Spangle of Loysville was one of four men hunting small game in a wooded area in Dickinson Township. They say Spangle placed his rifle against a tree, but it fell to the ground and discharged. Spangle is being treated for wounds to his back near the right shoulder. Bank Robbers At Large
The search continues for two bank robbers in the Cumberland County area. Police say two white men wearing ski masks robbed the F&M Trust Bank on Walnut Bottom Road Friday at gunpoint around one in the afternoon. The robbers then fled in a green Plymouth Acclaim. Police found the abandoned vehicle still running on Airport Road near Interstate 81. A search of the nearby area was unsuccessful. The robbers may also be involved in a second robbery that took place at 3:30 Friday, at an Orrstown Bank branch in Greencastle. Anyone with information is asked to contact state police in Carlisle at 249-4701. Fugitive From Justice Sought
The Pennsylvania State Police is attempting to locate Ricky Kuhn who is wanted as a fugitive from justice. Kuhn is approximately six feet tall, weighting roughly 160 pounds. He is known to be in the Mt. Holly Springs or Shippensburg Area. Anyone who has information on his whereabouts is asked to contact state police at Carlisle or Cumberland County CrimeStoppers. Orrstown Bank Posts Record Earnings
Record earnings for Shippensburg-based Orrstown Bank. For the fourth quarter of 2004, the institution earned 2.1 million, up from $1.8 million during the 4th quarter of 2003. For 2004 as a whole, the bank reports earnings totalling $7.7 million, compared to $6.9 million in 2003. Crash Leaves One Man Dead
A crash on Route 641 in Cumberland County on Friday has left one man dead. Police say 25-year-old Shawn Weaver of Newville was traveling east on 641 when he attempted to turn left into a business. William Holtry of Roxbury was traveling westbound and collided with Weaver. Holtry's vehicle spun out of control striking a utility pole then coming to rest in a field. He was flown by Lifeline to Hershey Medical Center where he was pronounced dead. Weaver was not injured in the accident. Burglar Still On The Loose
Police are on the lookout for a burglar who robbed a Cumberland County home last week. The man is described as white, in his early 20s, driving a 1980s brown Chevy sedan. The burglar entered the home of Patricia Houtz in the 300 block of Fairview Street in South Middletown Township after finding the front door unlocked. Cash was taken from the residence. Anyone with information is asked to contact state police at Carlisle. Today is Most Depressing Day of Year
If you're felling a little blue today, it may not be just because it's Monday. British psychologist Cliff Arnall says today is the most depressing day of the year. According to London's "Guardian" newspaper, the seasonal disorders specialist claims to have scientific proof that misery climaxes every January 24th. Arnall's theory takes into account such things as gloomy weather, post-Christmas debt, failed New Year's resolutions and the perceived lack of anything to look forward to. Penn State Agrees On Two-Campus Law School Plan
The Board of Trustees at Penn State have signed off on a plan to commit $10 million with improvements to the Dickinson School of Law, while at the same time launching plans for a another law school campus in state college within the next three years. The move is being seen as an effort to alleviate fears that Penn State would withdraw its partnership with the Dickinson Law School within a decade. Last week, Dickinson's Board of Governors voted in favor of the two-campus plan. Bill Would Seek Immunity From Ex-Employers Who Offer References
Newly elected Cumberland County State Senator Pat Vance is among the first to introduce legislation as a new legislative session begins today. Vance's bill would provide immunity for a person's previous employer who responds to a request for references from a prospective employer. The bill is designed to offer protection if person is accused or convicted of a crime unknown to their previous place of employment. New Megan's Law Website Unveiled
Pennsylvania unveiled a new website today designed to help bolster Megan's Law. Governor Ed Rendell, State Police Commissioner Jeffrey Miller and state legislators were among those on hand at the Capitol for the noontime unveiling. Megan's Law requires convicted sex offenders who are released from prison to register with local authorities, who must inform local communities as to their whereabouts. Number Of Stores Open Sunday Doubling
The Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board announced its latest convenience available to residents. A new law approved by Governor Ed Rendell allows more liquor stores to operate Sundays, nearly doubling the number of stores that will be open throughout the state from 64 to 126. Beginning February 6th, select locations will be open from noon until 5 p.m. This is only a trial run, however. If sales aren't up to par, those stores with lacking numbers will once again close Sundays. Message From the Mayor
The Borough of Shippensburg has declared a stage one snow emergency effective at 1:00 A.M. Saturday, January 22, 2005. This stage requires no parking on King Street (US11) in the borough. Bank Robbery Suspects on the Lose
Few details are emerging about a bank robbery at the F&M Trust on Walnut Bottom road today. The suspect or suspects are believed to have fled the scene in a dark colored car, which they may have abandoned near the I-81 overpass on Airport Road. An abandoned car was found near the overpass. State and Borough Police searched the area, looking for evidence that the suspects may have escaped in another vehicle on the highway. Pedestrian Struck While Running From Police
A York man is recovering from injuries he sustained while running from state police. It happened just before 1:00 this morning on North Queen Street in Shippensburg. Police were responding to a crash, when they spotted 21 year-old Chase Butala running from a parking lot. He was hit by a car traveling north on Queen Street near Wib's bar. Butala is being treated at Carlisle Hospital, and faces charges which include public drunkenness. The driver of the car, 31 year-old David Hill of Mechanicsburg, was not charged. Shippensburg Faculty Unhappy With Presidential Search Process
Faculty members at Shippensburg University are expressing their displeasure at the process for selecting a new president. Anthony Ceddia is set to retire at the end of the current academic year, and faculty members are threatening not to support his successor unless the current search process is halted and a new one begun. Two faculty members who resigned from the search team cited dissatisfaction with the performance of the committee, and differences from past search practices. Cumberland County state Representative Glen Grell who chairs the search committee, says the current process is in compliance with policies set forth by the State System of Higher Education. Three Drug-Related Arrests Made
An investigation into drug related activity in Cumberland and Franklin Counties has resulted in three arrests. Twenty-three-year-old Justin Greene, 21-year-old Heather Rexroth and 19-year-old Dustin Rexroth, were all taken into custody late Thursday in the 100 block of Spring Street in Shippensburg. Police obtained a search warrant for the residence where the suspects were arrested, and also seized cocaine and marijuana from the location. Carpal Tunnel Lawsuit Dismissed
Judge Edgar B. Bayley has dismissed a Shippensburg man’s lawsuit against his car insurance company. Ricky Johnston was trying to sue State Farm Insurance Co. because he said he developed carpal tunnel syndrome from his work as a truck driver. Judge Bayley agreed that State Farm did not have to pay Johnston because his injury was not the result of a car accident. Johnston’s lawyer is considering appealing the case in the State Superior Court. Borough Council approves plan to reduce the number of birds at Dykeman pond
The first part of a plan to reduce the number of waterfowl at Dykeman pond came into effect this week in Shippensburg. The Borough Council has approved the efforts of Canada Goose Management to eliminate the unsanitary conditions of the pond. The first step in the process is to thin out the bird population, and several birds were killed this week. The company has also relocated many of the birds and will use other techniques to discourage them from returning. Another step will be to destroy the nests and eggs of the remaining birds to reduce their numbers. The Borough Council has also proposed a new town ordinance prohibiting feeding the geese and mallard ducks still remaining at the pond. Penn State’s Board of Trustees Approve a Second law School Campus
The Penn State Board of Trustees approved a plan to build a second campus for the Dickinson School of Law in State College. The Dickinson Board of Directors approved the plan earlier this week. While there are concerns that the new Penn State campus would overshadow the one in Carlisle, a proposal in the agreement calls for the Dickinson campus to remain open for at least ten years. Dickinson and Penn State merged in 2000. Police Standoff in Adams County
A police standoff near Gettysburg yesterday ended when police stormed a mobile home and found the man inside had shot himself. William John Henrichs of Straban Township had a five hour standoff with police who were trying to serve a child pornography warrant at the Oak Village Mobile Home Park along the 1700-block of Shrivers Corner Road. Henrichs reportedly began firing at the officers when they tried to enter his home. Dozens of state and municipal police officers were on the scene within minutes. A SERT (special response) team was also called in. Students who live in the mobile home park were kept in their schools until the incident was over. The special response team entered the house at about 2:20 and found Henrichs with a self inflicted gunshot wound to the head. He was taken to York Hospital where he died this morning. Suspect Still At Large
State Police in Carlisle have issued a summons for the arrest of theft suspect. Edward Foster Clouser is wanted in conjunction with an alleged theft last July. He is believed to still be in the Carlisle area or the Greater Harrisburg Area. Clouser is 31-years-old, six-feet two-inches tall, and weighs roughly 300 pounds. Anyone knowing the whereabouts of Clouser is asked to contact State Police by calling 249-2121. Snow On The Way, PennDOT Says It's Ready
PennDOT says it is ready for the onslaught of winter weather tomorrow. The National Weather Service says an approaching storm could dump between five and eight inches of snow on the midstate, possibly more in some locations. PennDOT Secretary Allen Biehler says his department has more than half a million tons of salt on hand statewide. Gary Hoffman, Deputy Secretary for Highway Administration, says this will mainly be a plowing storm, with the forecast calling for temperatures in the teens and low 20s, and snow expected to fall at a rate of two inches per hour. Hoffman says specially treated rock salt will be applied once the heaviest snow has subsided. Statewide, PennDOT is equipped with more than 23 hundred plow trucks, 520 front-end loaders and 22 snow blowers. Biehler says his best advice for motorists is to limit travel during and after the storm, to give crews the best opportunity to clear the roads and highways. Search For New University President In Trouble
The presidential search committee at Shippensburg University will vote tomorrow and Thursday on whether to continue the process. Two faculty members have already resigned from the nine member committee, created to find a replacement for President Ceddia, who is retiring in June. Curtis Berry and Debra Cornelius, who resigned last month, want the committee to begin a new search following the procedures normally used to fill dean, faculty and provost positions. State Representative Glen Grell, who is also the chairman of the committee, says the process can not continue until replacements for Berry and Cornelius have been found. With President Cedia’s departure only about five months away, the university may have to appoint an interim president, if the search continues to be interrupted. Student Receives Third Underage Drinking Citation
A Shippensburg University Student is facing up to $500 in fines and a suspended driver’s license after being cited for underage drinking for the third time. Nineteen-year-old Lauren Kelly was stopped at Sheetz convenience store on Friday after Shippensburg Police noticed her staggering on the sidewalk before entering the store. A breathalyzer showed that Kelly had a blood alcohol level of .20 percent and she was issued her third citation. Vote Passes Two Law School Campus
It's now official. Penn State University has the go ahead from the Dickinson Board of Governors to open a second campus of The Dickinson School of Law in State College by the year 2010. The 17-to-14 decision came Saturday after much heated debate between the governors. Much of the argument focused on wanting direct affirmation that the Carlisle campus would remain and not be absorbed into the new state college campus in possibly ten years. Penn State University has said the school would remain but both locations would work as one school. The current plans are to renovate the student campus in Carlisle at a price tag of about $40-million while opening a $60-million law school at Penn State. The proposal is to go before Penn State University trustees. A final agreement awaits full endorsement by both parties. House Cleaning For Non-Active Voters
If you haven't voted lately, you may lose your chance to in the upcoming November elections. Bucks County plans to eliminate about ten percent of its 452-thousand registered voters in the next few weeks. In Cumberland and Perry County, you may be able to buy some time. Cumberland County plans to purge its files by this spring's primary. The last time the county purged its voter registration files was in 2000, when it took nearly 84-hundred voters off the list. Perry County has not set a time yet until it catches up on backlog information from the presidential elections. Study: Pennsylvania Has Too Many Deer
A new study says the State of Pennsylvania has too many deer. The environmental groups of Audubon Pennsylvania and the Pennsylvania Habitat Alliance studied data over a three-year period and say the population of 1.6 million is too much for the land to handle. Environmental experts say the deer are eating themselves out of their natural habitat and end up starving to death. Game commission representatives say the expansion of the doe season is helping the overpopulation. However, many hunters say there are too few deer in many spots and believe the wrong regulations are in place. The commissioners' next meeting in Harrisburg is set for January 23rd through 25th. Fight Breaks Out At Local Bar
Shippensburg Police were called to Maxie’s bar for a man involved in a fight at on Tuesday, January 11. When officers arrived they spoke with Adam Alumbaugh, who was struck during the fight by James W. Lynch, Jr., age 50, of Shippensburg. Alumbaugh was not injured during the incident, but Lynch was asked to leave by the owner. He was later located at his home and was charged with harassment. Egging on East Garfield Street
Shippensburg Police are investigating an incident on East Garfield Street in which an unknown person threw eggs at multiple vehicles. All of the vehicles were parked along the north side of the street. Anyone with information is asked to contact the police at 532-7361. Dairy Day At The Farm Show
It's Dairy Day at the 89th Pennsylvania Farm Show, with dairy cattle judging on the agenda, with the Supreme Champion dairy breeds to be named, along with the Beef Supreme Champion. Also later today, the shoofly pie contest, and the Circuit Finals Rodeo competition continues. Guilty Plea For Man Shot By Police After Attacking Father
A Carlisle man entered a guilty plea in Cumberland Count Court in connection with an incident last May which resulted in him getting shot by police. The "Carlisle Sentinel" reports 19-year-old Christopher Campbell will be sentenced March 22nd, though prosecutors are recommending probation and substance abuse treatment over jail time. Last May 17th, police responded to a home on North Pitt Street, where Campbell was found threatening his father with a knife. Police opened fire when he refused to drop the knife, wounding Campbell in his arm, chest and right side. Casey Releases "Megan's Law" Performance Audit
State Auditor General Bob Casey Jr. has released the results of a performance audit measuring Pennsylvania's compliance with the state's version of Megan's Law. Casey's conclusion raises concerns that state and local law enforcement agencies need to do much more to keep track of convicted sex offenders once they are released from jail. Megan's Law requires those who are labeled violent sexual predators to register with local law enforcement, so the surrounding community can be notified of their presence. Casey's audit shows repeated failures to make timely community notifications. As a result, Casey is calling on Governor Rendell to appoint a high-ranking official to coordinate compliance among state, county, and local law enforcement agencies. The audit covers the period from July 9th 2000, to July 31, 2004. Penn State May Abandon Dickinson Law School In 2015
The "Carlisle Sentinel" has obtained a confidential memo in advance of this Saturday's vote which would create a second Dickinson Law School campus in State College. It states that the existing campus would undergo some $10-million worth of improvements, but after ten years, Penn State would reserve the right to relocate entirely to State College, giving officials in Carlisle a year's notice if that is the decision. Carlisle Mayor Kirk Wilson has expressed his opposition, saying it would have a devastating effect on the region economically. The change must be approved by the Dickinson Law Board of Governors and trustees at Penn State. Cumberland County To Head New Tourism Agency
Cumberland County Commissioners say they now have the necessary amount of support to form a new tourism agency, the Cumberland Valley Visitors Bureau. This several weeks after the county pulled out of the Hershey/Capital Region Visitors Bureau. In order to form the new agency, the county needed the agreement of municipalities representing half the population. Commissioners today said elected officials from areas representing 64 percent of the county have signed on. Fog, Rain And Winter Cold In The Forecast
Midstate residents will enjoy one more unseasonably warm day before we are reminded that it's still winter. The National Weather Service has issued a dense-fog advisory for the region tonight through tomorrow morning. Heavy fog will result in limited visibility for motorists this afternoon through early Thursday. The fog is expected to lift by sunrise, with temperatures expected in the low 60's. That is expected to cause a quick melting of snow in the higher elevations, which could result in rising waters in this area. In addition, heavy rains forecast for tomorrow night and Friday may make the waters rise even faster, prompting a flood watch to be posted from 6:00 tomorrow evening through noon Friday. By the weekend, temperatures won't get out of the 20's. Man Charged With Stealing Computers From Shippensburg University
A former Shippensburg resident is facing charges of stealing computers from Shippensburg University. Authorities believe 27-year-old Martin Strom now lives in Lemoyne and expect him to turn himself in. According to a police affidavit, Strom is accused of stealing equipment from the university's Mathematics and Computing Technologies Center in early December and trying to sell it on the online auction site eBay. Authorities were able to use the site to track the attempted sales back to Strom. Police Seeking Reckless Driver
State Police in the Shippensburg area continue their investigation into a weekend incident where a driver was trying to run other cars off the road. It was reported just before 2:30 Sunday morning, along Route 11 near Route 233 in Southampton Township. No injuries were reported, and police have not released a description of the suspect vehicle. Anyone who might have witnessed the incident is asked to contact State Police at 249-2121. Woman Charged With Stealing $100 thousand From Couple In Her Care
A Harrisburg woman is behind bars, charged with stealing as much as $100 thousand from an elderly Cumberland County couple. According to the "Harrisburg Patriot-News," 33-year-old Tiffany Bowens was a caretaker for the couple, who lived in the Country Club Park complex in East Pennsboro Township. Arrest documents state that between May 2001 and March 2003, Bowens wrote checks to herself from the couple's account on numerous occasions, and even cashed a certificate of deposit on the same day the husband died. Investigators say Bowens worked for an agency to provide basic care for the couple, who were in their 80s at the time. Even though she never had power of attorney, prosecutors alleged Bowens persuaded the couple to pay her directly, instead of going through the agency. Bowens is in Cumberland County Prison in lieu of $75 thousand bail. Day Three Of Pennsylvania Farm Show
The 89th Pennsylvania Farm Show continues today through Saturday. Large equipment demonstrations will be featured throughout the day, along with the naming of the Grand Champion Junior Market Swine. The day will wrap up with a square dance contest and exhibition, starting at 7:00 this evening. Construction Materials Stolen, Property Owner Offers a Reward
Unknown individuals removed cement and other items necessary to put a rubber roof on a building located on the corner of West King Street and North Earl Street between the first and third of January. Shippensburg Police believe a truck was necessary to remove the materials. The owner of the property has offered a reward for information leading to the apprehension of the individuals involved. Anyone with information is asked to call the Shippensburg Police Department at 532-7361. Hit and Run Accident
The Shippensburg Police Department is investigating a hit and run accident that occurred in front of 213 South Penn Street, January 2. the striking vehicle may have green paint from the victim’s vehicle and damage to the passenger side. Anyone with information is asked to contact the police department. Man Stopped For Traffic Violation Arrested For Outstanding Warrants
Barquette Harrison of Shippensburg was stopped for an expired inspection sticker on Friday, December 31. As a result Shippensburg Police discovered that Harrison had two outstanding warrants in Franklin County, one through the Chambersburg Police Department was for Drug Delivery and a second through the Franklin County Sheriff’s Department for Non Support. Harrison was transported to Franklin County Prison. Man Arrested After Trying To Eat Citations
On Tuesday, December 21, a Shippensburg Police Officer was on patrol on the corner of South Fayette Street and West Garfield Street when he observed Marc Walker urinating in public just off the roadway. Walker was stopped as he was walking north on South Fayette Street and was found to be highly intoxicated. Shippensburg Police transported Walker to his residence and issued him two citations for disorderly conduct and public drunkenness. During that time, Walker refused to sign the citations and became belligerent. He then proceeded to put his copies of the citations in his mouth, as if to eat them. After the citations were issued Walker remained belligerent and started yelling obscenities. The officer asked Walker several times to cease his actions and to enter and remain in his residence. When he refused, Walker was arrested and taken to the West Shore Booking Center for processing. Walker was charged with two counts of misdemeanor disorderly conduct, one count of summary disorderly conduct, and public drunkenness. Christmas Decoration Candy Canes Found
Three candy cane Christmas decorations were located in the area of 235 Reading Road in Shippensburg on or around Saturday, December 18. The owner may claim the items by calling the police department and describing them. Walk Mart Robbery
Douglas Scott Bair was arrested Thursday, December 16, in connection with a robbery that took place at the Walk Mart, located at 7 South Earl Street on Friday, December 10. There was no weapon used in the robbery, however a witness was pushed as the suspect fled the store. Money was the only thing taken during the incident. Through an investigation by Shippensburg Police, Bair was identified as the suspect and a warrant was issued for his arrest. Bair was arrested by the Chambersburg Police Department on a tip from the Shippensburg Police Department. Traffic Stop Leads To Underage Drinking Citation for Passenger
On Thursday, December 2, Shippensburg Police observed a vehicle with only one working headlight. He stopped the vehicle on the first block of North Penn Street and found the passenger, 19-year-old Mark Debuque had a partial case of Natural Light Beer containing seventeen 12 ounce cans which he had been consuming. The driver, Michael Jones, was issued a traffic citation for the headlight violation and Debuque was issued a citation for underage drinking. Both were released. Man Charged In Death Of Infant Son
A Franklin County man is being held without bond, on a charge of criminal homicide. Shane Barrett also faces aggravated assault and child welfare endangerment charges in the death of his three-month-old son. Authorities responded last Wednesday to a call for an infant suffering cardiac arrest. Kaden Barrett was airlifted to Hershey Medical Center, where he died the next day. An autopsy revealed the infant had been physically assaulted, with the official determination to be battered child syndrome. Barrett was taken into custody and arraigned on Monday. SU Student Killed In Friday Crash
A Cumberland County woman was killed in a two-vehicle crash Friday afternoon in Penn Township. State police and the county coroner's office identified the victim as 18-year-old Jessica Gaumer of Mount Holly Springs. Reports say Gaumer was driving eastbound on Route 174 around 12:30 p.m. when her car failed to make a turn and went into the westbound lane and was hit head-on by a pickup truck. Gaumer, who was not wearing a seat belt, was ejected from the vehicle. She was pronounced dead at the scene. According to The Slate, Gaumer was a freshman at Shippensburg University. The driver of the pickup, 32-year-old Dalberth McMillen Jr. of Newport, was not injured. More Shippensburg Students Arrested For Underage Drinking
Three Shippensburg University students face underage drinking charges after being arrested over the weekend. State Police responded to reports of a party on the roof at 230 North Prince Street in Shippensburg, at around 1:30 Sunday morning. Several people were spotted leaving the residence, and police arrested 20-year-old Allison Conway of Pittsburgh, and 20-year-old Michael Hill of McConnellsburg. In a separate incident about an hour and a half later, police arrested 19-year-old Jonathan Marano of Lansdale. Officers responding to a possible burglary at the Britton Court apartment complex spotted Marano and ordered him to stop, but he fled. Marano was apprehended after a brief foot chase. An investigation indicated he was not involved in the burglary, but told police he ran because he was already facing one charge of underage drinking. Man Charged With Ramming State Police Cruiser
State Police were called to a home along Ritner Highway in West Pennsboro Township last night where they observed 27-year-old Bert Lander inside his car. After twice ramming the cruiser and nearly hitting two troopers, police say Lander fled through the grass and onto Route 11, where he continued for about a half mile before giving himself up. Charges include DUI, fleeing and eluding, reckless endangerment and aggravated assault. Man Arrested After Rampage At Home
A Newville man is under evaluation at Carlisle Hospital, following his arrest last week on terroristic threat charges. Forty-three-year-old Delanor Kuntz Jr. is charged with a series of actions at his home, following an argument with his wife. Kuntz is alleged to have pounded the wall with a telephone receiver, then advancing on his wife with it, though he did not strike her with it. He then allegedly removed the spark plugs from the family's vehicle and threatened to kill his wife and family if they tried to leave the home. Dickinson Law School Board Votes To Keep Penn State Connection
The Dickinson Law School will remain affiliated with Penn State University. Meeting Saturday, the law school's Board of Governors voted 25-4 to retain its affiliation. The board also has agreed to again take up the possibility of opening a campus in State College. A task force will be appointed to open talks with PSU regarding such a move. Turnpike Strike May Take Place Wednesday
More than two thousand unionized toll collectors and maintenance workers along the Pennsylvania Turnpike may walk off the job Wednesday, just in time for the busy Thanksgiving holiday travel period. The two Teamsters locals which represent the workers are not commenting, but Turnpike CEO Joe Brimmeyer says he wants to give motorists advanced warning of a possible job action. If it happens, turnpike officials say the toll road will remain open and charge a flat fee of $2 for passenger vehicles and $15 for commercial vehicles. Brimmeyer says an estimated 650 thousand vehicles are expected to use the toll road Wednesday afternoon and evening. Officials are advising those planning to travel via the turnpike to leave as early as possible and to expect delays. Man Fights with Motorist in the Street
Shippensburg Police were dispatched to an argument at the corner of Roxbury Road and North Fayette Street Thursday around 3 p.m. A motorist, Joshua Morris, reported that Stephen Lynch was stumbling into traffic. When officers arrived they found both parties arguing on the roadway. Lynch was issued a citation for Public Drunkenness. Man Wounded In Accidental Shooting
A shooting which took place Tuesday night in Shippensburg has been ruled an accident. Police say 21-year-old Jason Hoy of Mechanicsburg was cleaning a loaded gun in the bedroom of a home on High Street, when it discharged. Police say Hoy suffered a wound to his left hand. No one else in the home was hurt. Hoy was treated at Chambersburg Hospital. Police are warning gun owners to always make sure a firearm is completely unloaded before trying to clean it. Feds Take Over Counterfeit Purse Case
Cumberland County officials have dropped local charges against two men accused of transporting over $1 million worth of counterfeit designer purses. The suspects had been in Cumberland County Prison since November 3rd when the truck they were driving was stopped along I-81, and the fake purses were discovered. State police at Carlisle say federal customs officials have now taken over the case. Incident at Park Lanes
On Saturday, October 23 at 1:10 a.m. it was reported to the Shippensburg Police Department that an incident had occurred at Park Lanes bowling alley. The suspect, Charles Lees, was questioned and admitted to kicking a urinal valve out of anger. The damage to the valve caused flooding and the repair is estimate at $195. Lees was issued a non traffic citation, filed on Wednesday, November 17th, charging Lees with criminal mischief and restitution. Lees is currently on probation in Franklin county for attempted theft. State Police To Start "Eight Days Of Enforcement"
State Police are using next week's Thanksgiving holiday travel period to step up the effort to make sure motorists and especially their small children are properly buckled up. Starting this Sunday, and lasting through Sunday November 28th, troopers will participate in "Eight Days Of Enforcement." State Police Commissioner Jeffrey Miller says not only will speeders and other traffic violators be strictly pursued, troopers will be looking for drivers and passengers not properly restrained. Under the "Click It Or Ticket" program, anyone who's stopped for a traffic violation will receive a second citation if not property restrained. In addition, Millers says each state police barracks will contain at least two checkpoints to inspect child safety seats. More information on the effort is available online, at www.psp.state.pa.us. Tuesday House Fire Ruled Electrical
A house fire on Tuesday in Franklin County which left three people homeless has been ruled electrical in nature. The two-alarm blaze broke out in the 98-hundred block of Path Valley Road in Metal Township, and caused about $60-thousand in damage. Investigators say there were numerous extension cords throughout the house due to a limited number of electrical outlets. New Keystone Innovation Zones Include Businesses, Colleges In The Harrisburg Area
The state Department of Community and Economic Development has signed off on five new Keystone Innovation Zones, including one in the midstate. The goal is to accelerate economic growth and promote collaboration among colleges, universities, local economic developers, local government and businesses. A total of $250 thousand has been awarded to create the Harrisburg Market Keystone Innovation Zone, which will focus on four areas for growth: Hershey Medical Center, Penn State Capitol Campus, Harrisburg City Market Street Corridor and selected sites in the city of Carlisle. The zone will focus on the fields of advances manufacturing, life sciences, and business technology. Colleges within the zone, including Penn State, Messiah, Dickinson, Harrisburg Area Community College, and Shippensburg University, will also have a role in meeting the goals. Another Student Faces Charges After Weekend Party
In addition to over eighty-five people being charged with underage drinking after police searched a party over the weekend, one young man if facing more serious charges. During the investigation Richard Frondorf III gave a false name and date of birth to the police. After verifying his true identification, Frondorf was placed under arrest for false identification to authorities and underage consumption of alcohol. Frondorf was transported to the Carlisle Booking Center and arraigned before District Justice Elder. Frondorf was committed to Cumberland County Prison and bail was set at $5,000. Agreement Involves Shippensburg University And HACC
Shippensburg University and Harrisburg Area Community College have signed-off on an agreement that will allow students to take certain Shippensburg classes at HACCs campuses in Harrisburg and Gettysburg beginning with the spring semester. The program is for students who have already earned an Associate's Degree or taken 60 credits of course work. Similar arrangements are in place with other schools around the state. Turnpike Talks Break Off Again
Contract talks resumed Monday between the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission and the union representing toll collectors and maintenance workers, but those talks abruptly broke off, with union officials accusing the Turnpike Commission of bargaining in bad faith. According to the "Harrisburg Patriot-News," the issue of retroactive pay is a major source of disagreement. The more than 2000 rank-and-file members have given their union leadership the authority to call a strike at any moment. If it occurs, Commission officials say they have a plan to keep the 531-mile toll road open. There are no new contract talks scheduled. Woman Flees Burning Home In Franklin County
An early morning fire in Chambersburg sent a woman fleeing from her home. The fire in the 900 block of Nelson Street broke out at around 1 a.m. Monday. There were no smoke detectors in the home, but the lone occupant was awakened and made her escape out a second-floor window. A dog and cat in the home were rescued by firefighters. The cause of the fire is under investigation. DEP To Provide Daily Air Quality Forecasts
The State Department of Environmental Protection has announced a plan to provide daily air quality forecasts in the Susquehanna and Lehigh Valleys. While threats to air quality mainly occur during the hot weather months with ground level ozone a major worry, DEP Secretary Kathleen McGinty says unhealthful air can occur during the winter months as well. A substance called fine particulate matter can result in serious respiratory problems. It's caused mainly by auto, bus, and truck exhaust, power plants, even forest fires. As a result, McGinty says her agency will alert the public about air quality through local community organizations, businesses and local governments. Over 85 Underage Students Caught at Fraternity Party
On Friday, November 12th two under cover Police Officers entered a party and observed several underage subjects consuming alcohol at the Lambda Chi Alpha house located at 101 Brookside Avenue. A search warrant was obtained and served, which resulted in 85 underage consumption charges, and still counting. In addition, there are five charges pending, for providing alcohol for minors. Medical Emergency Results In Arrest
Shippensburg Police Officers were called to the scene of a reported medical emergency when an intoxicated person was found lying in the hallway of a multi-unit apartment building at 2:15 a.m. Saturday morning. The male identified a Joshua Kelley needed no medical attention and was intoxicated. Kelley had drug paraphernalia in his possession and was taken into custody. He was later released to a relative. A criminal complaint was filed with District Justice Bender’s Office charging Kelley with Possession of Drug Paraphernalia and Public Drunkenness. Turnpike Talks Resume
Talks are set to resume today between the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission and the union representing about two thousand toll collectors and maintenance workers. They've been without a contract since September 30th of last year. Negotiations were set to resume last week, but had to be postponed due to scheduling conflicts. The rank-and-file has given the union leadership the authority to call a strike without notice, but Turnpike CEO Joe Brimmeier says he's hopeful they will remain on the job. Brimmeier says he remains optimistic both sides will be able to resolve their differences and work out an acceptable contract. Churches To Open Doors To The Homeless
Grace United Methodist Church is the first of a number of Carlisle churches which starting tonight will offer a warm place to sleep for the homeless. In a program coordinated by the United Way of Carlisle and Cumberland County, a different church will open its doors each night through March 15th of next year. Existing shelters which are full will refer homeless persons to the churches, with requirements including that those accepted not have a criminal record and be free of alcohol or drugs. Section Of Route 997 Closed In Cumberland County
Route 997, also known as Enola Road, will be closed between Route 696 and Three Square Hollow Road in Hopewell Township all this week. Cumberland County road workers will be installing a precast box, along with related operations. Route 696 and other area roads will serve as the detour. Weekend Disturbance At Sheetz
The Shippensburg Police Department cited Anthony Zeek for Public Drunkenness after police found him intoxicated at Sheetz. Zeek was reported to have created a disturbance, after he pulled down his pants and walked around the parking lot inappropriately holding himself. Zeek was issued a citation and released to a relative at the scene. Shippensburg Juvenile Attacked
On the afternoon of Thursday, November 11 Shippensburg Borough Officers were dispatched to an active assault at 29 South Washington Street. Upon arrival officers found the victim was being treated by EMS. The juvenile girl suffered severe damage to her dental region, which resulted in the loss of one tooth. She was transported to Chambersburg Hospital and later had oral surgery. As a result of her injuries her bottom teeth were wired and she received several stitches on her lower lip. According to witnesses two juvenile females confronted the victim in the back yard of the residence then proceeded to attack her. During the assault one girl kicked the victim in the mouth, while the other held the victim’s hair. The suspects later turned themselves in at the Shippensburg Police Department. They were transported by Cumberland County Probation to a juvenile detention center. The two girls have been charged with aggravated assault, simple assault, disorderly conduct, and harassment. Mr. Shippensburg University Pageant Draws a Crowd
Last night Bridge for Kids sponsored the first ever Mr. Shippensburg University, in the Cumberland Union Building M-P-R at 9 p.m. Fifteen male students from the University competed in categories such as swimwear, talent, formal wear, and a question and answer session. After the votes were tallied Cosmo Losco, the General Manager of SUTV was crowned Mr. Shippensburg. With standing room only left in the M-P-R, it was a very successful evening for Bridge for kids. All the proceeds from the pageant went to underprivileged children in the area. Luhrs School Reopens After Cleaning
Students returned to the Grace B. Luhrs University Elementary School on Wednesday. The school, located on the Shippensburg University campus, was closed six weeks ago after mold was discovered. Students and teachers were moved to another location on campus while the cleanup took place. The first full day of classes is set for Monday. Turnpike Talks Could Restart Tomorrow
Contract talks between the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission and the union representing about two-thousand toll collectors and maintenance workers could resume as early as tomorrow. Negotiations were to resume Tuesday, but had to be postponed because of a scheduling conflict. The employees have been working under their old contract, which expired September 30th, 2003, and almost went on strike last month. A spokesman for the Turnpike Commission says if the talks don't resume tomorrow, both sides will be back at the bargaining table early next week. Four Arrests In Cumberland County Sting
Police in Cumberland County made four more arrests in an ongoing prostitution sting operation this week. The four suspects were only described as truck drivers. One was from Pottsville, the others from Michigan, Missouri, and Wisconsin. Police say the four were arrested at the Pilot Truck Stop. Three allegedly used their CB radios to set up sexual liaisons at the truck stop. All are being held in county prison on $25 thousand bail. Deer Season Expected To Be Good
Field officers of the Pennsylvania Game Commission say hunters should have more chances for success in this year's two-week rifle deer season that opens November 29th. Both antlered and antlerless deer opportunities are expected to be good, according to Game Commission Executive Director Vern Ross. There will be additional territory open to hunting this year, with the restructuring of Wildlife Management Units. Officials remind hunters to be safe when they take to the woods. Last year, 28 people were involved in hunting-related shooting incidents, encompassing all deer seasons. There were three fatalities. Officials Say Fire At Bonanza Accidental
A Wednesday morning fire at a restaurant in Cumberland County is believed to have been an accident. The fire broke out at the Bonanza in South Middleton Township around 8 a.m. There was no damage to the business, and officials think the fire started in a sign posted near the roof. The restaurant will reopen tomorrow, following repairs to the exterior of the building. Music Piracy Debate Tonight
In an age of technology, the issues of intellectual property and copyright are coming to the forefront. At 7:30 p.m. tonight, Thomas Dolby Robertson and John Barlow will debate music piracy. Robertson, a long-time pioneer of high tech applications for music in virtual reality, believes this pirating is no different than looting that artist's house and that whoever participates in this theft is a criminal. Barlow, a songwriter for the Grateful Dead and co-founder of Electronic Frontier Foundation, believes the non-commercial sharing of music online is no more a case of theft than listening to the radio. This debate stirs up fundamental questions and ultimately asks - "Are copyright laws still relevant in today's technological society?" Tonight’s debate also features WSYC’s own Rusty Roberts. The free program is in Memorial Auditorium. State Museum To Feature "Smarty Jones" Exhibit"
Pennsylvania-bred champion thoroughbred Smarty Jones will be featured in a new exhibit on the horse racing industry in Pennsylvania at the State Museum in Harrisburg. The exhibit begins with an invitation-only reception on Monday, and will open to the public starting Tuesday. It includes special access pictures of Smarty Jones by State Museum photographer Don Giles, footage of Smarty's victories in the Kentucky Derby and Preakness, as well as his championship trophies from those two races. Excerpts from a new documentary will also be shown. PLCB Gift Cards
The Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board has announced the sale of gift cards in Wine and Spirits stores across the state. The gift card will replace the current sale of gift certificates. PLCB spokesman Bill Epstein says gift cards provide convenience for customers.Epstein says the new gift card, Sunday hours, and the opening of six outlet stores will likely increase sales. The gift card is effective in all PLCB Wine and Spirit stores throughout Pennsylvania. The cards can also be ordered by calling 1-800-332-PLCB. Turnpike Officials And Union Scheduled To Meet
Contract negotiations between Pennsylvania Turnpike officials and representatives from the Teamsters Union are scheduled to resume today in Harrisburg. Around two thousand toll collectors and maintenance workers have been working under a contract that expired in September 2003. Talks broke off two weeks ago and at the time, union officials said they might call for a strike at any time. Turnpike CEO Joe Brimmeier hopes a walkout can be avoided, but he does have a plan in case of a work stoppage. Weapons Stolen In Shippensburg
State Police are investigating the theft of a number of weapons from a home in Shippensburg. Someone entered the Chamberlain Road home of Dale Guyer last week and removed eight rifles and shotguns from a gun case. Reports say the suspect or suspects entered the home through an unlocked side door and that the case itself was also unlocked. Anyone with information is asked to contact State Police at Carlisle. Electronic Scanners Stolen From K-Mart
State Police are investigating an unusual weekend robbery near Carlisle. Someone entered the Kmart on Walnut Bottom Road at around 4 p.m. Saturday and made off not with merchandise, but with a number of scanners used at the checkout to ring up purchases. Police say a total of 14 of the scanners were stolen, worth about $15 hundred each. Anyone with information is asked to contact State Police at Carlisle. Domestic Violence suspect resists arrest
Police were dispatched to 120 South Queen Street for a domestic call last evening. Upon arrival the defendant Donald Reath resisted arrest and assaulted the officers. Reath was taken into custody and booked for domestic violence, assault of police officers, harassment, simple assault, and disorderly conduct. Dog Found on Saturday
A tan boxer was found in the Shippensburg area on Saturday, November 6th. No one has claimed the dog. If you lost this animal please call the Shippensburg Police Department at 532-7361 or 532-8878 and provide a description of the dog. The owner must show proof of ownership before the dog will be returned. Body Found In Perry County Is Murder Suspect
Authorities in Perry County have confirmed the body discovered on state Game Lands last Monday is a wanted murder suspect. A hunter found the body off Route 74 in Saville Township, and it has since been identified as Eugene Gettys. The 56-year-old Gettys died of a self-inflicted gunshot wound to the head. Gettys was wanted for the July shooting of Phyllis Kinard, the owner of the Hotel Haven in York County. Police say Kinard was in the process of evicting Gettys from the hotel when she was killed. Scofflaw Crackdown in Shippensburg
Borough Council in Shippensburg is considering an ordinance to get tough with those who rack up unpaid traffic tickets. The current fine is $10 for a parking-meter violation and $5 if the ticket is paid within 48 hours. The new ordinance would impose a fine of between $30 and $40 if it is not paid within 96 hours, with a car getting booted if the ticket is still not paid. Horse And Buggy License To Be Issued
PennDOT will release its first-ever driver's manual specifically for horse-and-buggy operators this week. The Amish Safety Committee requested that Penn-DOT produce such a manual and members of the community took part in writing it along with the department and State Police. Copies are available at 800-955-7233. Two bicycle thefts in the same day
On Friday, November 5th unknown individuals removed a bicycle from the rear of 17 East Burd Street that was secured to a post by a chain. The individuals sawed thru the chain and removed the bicycle. Later that evening Jeff Finkey reported that he observed an unknown person ride his Mongoose 20” bike from the parking lot of McDonald’s. The suspect took the bike south in the alley beside the Before and After Café. The bike is blue in color with chrome pegs on the front forks and blue pegs on the rear. Anyone with information on either of these two thefts is asked to call the Shippensburg Police Department at 532 – 7361. Two cars stolen in two days
On Friday, November 5th the Shippensburg Police Department responded to the first block of West King Street for a report of a stole car. The vehicle was described as a 2003 beige Toyota Corrolla. The keys were not in the vehicle, but the driver’s door may have been unlocked. The vehicle was found later, but was severely damaged. Police are asking residents to be more attentive about locking their vehicles and taking the keys. A 1988 blue Chevrolet Astro Van was stolen in the same area two days prior to this incident. Shippensburg police say there have been other incidents of thefts from vehicles occurring in this area as well. Anyone who may have information about these thefts is asked to call 532 – 7361. Burglary at Local Restaurant
Unknown individuals broke into Mei Lin’s House Chinese Restaurant early yesterday morning. It is believed at least two individuals are involved in this incident. The suspects broke the front glass door, entered the business and removed the cash register which contained approximately $60. Anyone observing a vehicle in the area early yesterday morning or who may have information on the burglary is asked to contact the Shippensburg Police Department at 532-7361. Robber Smashes Convenience Store Window, Makes Off With Safe
State police are investigating an early morning robbery at a Franklin County convenience store. It was 3:30 this morning when someone smashed a window at George's Mini Mart on Cumberland Highway in Letterkenny Township. Police say the robber made off with a safe containing an undisclosed amount of cash. Anyone with information on the crime is asked to contact state police at Carlisle. Speeders Nabbed In Beltway Crackdown
State police are continuing their crackdown on speeders along the Capitol Beltway, which includes portions of Interstates 81 and 83, along with Route 581. In the latest enforcement effort along I-81, troopers issued a total of 39 speeding tickets, along with eleven written warnings. Eleven of the tickets were handed out to truckers, who have become a prime focus of the enforcement effort. The speed limit along the capitol Beltway is 55 miles an hour, and state police say in this latest crackdown, the fastest driver was clocked at 81. Did You Know There Are 30 Different ways to Kiss?
Think you know all there is to know about kissing? A nationally known expert on the topic seek to put your knowledge to the test. Michael Christian, author of the best selling book "The Art of Kissing," will hold a free lecture tonight at Dickinson College. The program begins at 8 p.m. in the Anita Tuvin Schlechter Auditorium on West Louther Street. Christian will discuss what he describes as the 30 different ways of kissing, and will offer advice on how to make yourself more kissable, and how to get over those "first kiss jitters." in addition, eight students have volunteered for a kissing demonstration. Ben Folds Cancels Sunday Concert in Carlisle
Those planning to attend this Sunday's concert by musician Ben Folds at Dickinson College will have to make other plans. The concert has been postponed, due to a serious illness which has prohibited Ben Folds from traveling. College officials say they're currently negotiating a new concert date. Those with tickets will not receive refunds, but they will be honored when the concert is rescheduled. Mechanicsburg Firm To Study Cumberland County Prison
The Cumberland County Prison is coming in for some close scrutiny. Commissioners have hired Mechanicsburg-based Crabtree-Rohrbaugh and Associations to study conditions and programs at the facility and offer recommendations. The biggest problem concerns the growing inmate population. The prison was built for a maximum of 398 inmates, with the average daily population currently at 345. The prison in Middlesex Township has not been expanded or renovated since it opened in 1985. Other issues to be examined will be the work release program, as well as facilities for female inmates. Carlisle COC Holds Meeting On Dickinson Law School
A public meeting on the future of the Dickinson School of Law has been scheduled for November 18th at Comfort Suites in Carlisle. The Carlisle Area Chamber of Commerce is organizing the meeting, which will include representatives from the law school, Penn State University and Dickinson College. Alumni and community leaders are also expected to be on hand. The meeting is set for 7:30 p.m. Quarterback Faces Trial In Drunken Fight
A backup quarterback at Shippensburg University has been ordered to stand trial in connection with an October fight police say was fueled by alcohol. Twenty-one-year-old Richard Henshaw faces a December 14th arraignment on charges of disorderly conduct, simple assault, and harassment. The "Harrisburg Patriot-News" reports even though the alleged victim was reluctant to press charges, District Justice Harold Bender decided to send the case to court, partly to point out the role alcohol is playing in numerous police incidents on the Shippensburg campus. Since the beginning of the semester, Benders says more than 200 citations have been issued for underage drinking and related activities. Child Dies In Bathtub Incident
An eleven-month-old child has died in a drowning incident, and her twin brother is in critical condition. Police in Chambersburg say the mother of Jailey Aviles found the child and her brother Jahleel underwater in the bathtub of their home Tuesday. At least one other adult and two other children were in the home at the time of the discovery. No charges have been filed, and police are still investigating. Officials Oppose Plans To Make Part Of I-81 A Toll Road
A plan that would make 12 miles of Interstate 81 near the Pennsylvania/West Virginia border a toll highway is being opposed by commissioners in Washington County, Maryland. The "Chambersburg Public Opinion" reports the Maryland State Highway Administration wants to place toll booths at both ends of that stretch of highway, with tolls ranging in price from 50 cents to $2. SHA officials say this would generate revenue that would improve this portion of I-81, including expansion to six lanes. Maryland officials say the tolls would cause more harm than good, in terms of lost economic development. PennDOT has proposed expanding I-81 to six lanes through Franklin County, but have not considered tolls. Talks Between Turnpike, Union Set For Tuesday
Talks are scheduled to resume next Tuesday between the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission and the union representing nearly two-thousand employees. The central issues over a new contract are salary and health benefits, and the workers have not had a new agreement in more than a year. Commission officials say they are optimistic about reaching an agreement, but their counterparts for the union have not commented. Van Stolen Across From Post Office
The Shippensburg Police Department is investigating the theft of a vehicle across the street from the post office on Wednesday. Clarence Carney parked his 1988 blue Chevrolet Astro Van and left the keys inside the vehicle while he went into the post office. While inside Carney saw his vehicle heading West on King Street. The suspect is a college age white male, about six feet tall, weighing about 180 lbs, with black hair. Shippensburg Police are reminding everyone to lock your doors and take the keys with you when you leave your vehicle. Shippensburg Teen Faces Firearms Violations
A 14-year-old Shippensburg youth faces charges of threatening members of his family with a shotgun. State police were dispatched to Shippensburg Mobile Estates Monday afternoon and found the teen running toward a cornfield, carrying a 20-gauge shotgun. The teen surrendered after being ordered by police to do so and no one was hurt. Second Domestic Assault in Shippensburg Within Five Days
Yesterday, November 1st, at 11:10 p.m. the Shippensburg Police Department was dispatched to 316 E. Fort Street for a domestic assault. Upon arrival, David Motter was taken into custody for domestic assault and harassment. According to his wife Tammy Motter, David, who was intoxicated, grabbed her around the throat and threw her into the refrigerator at which point she hit her head. Motter was taken to West Shore Booking where he awaited arraignment. This is the second report of domestic violence in Shippensburg in five days. House Seat Vacated By Appointee To State Gaming Board
Another open seat in the state House is in the 89th District in the Shippensburg and Chambersburg areas, vacated by Jeffrey Coy. He was appointed by Governor Edward Rendell to serve on the newly formed Gaming Control Commission. Vying for the open seat are two residents of Greene Township, Franklin County. Republican Bruce Kauffman is a township supervisor, while Democrat Doug Harbach is a vice president of e-LYNXX Corporation, which provides corporate printing and copy services. Body Found May Be That Of Suspected Murderer
A body found in Perry County may be that of a suspected murderer. The male body was discovered Monday afternoon by a hunter on state game lands in Saville Township. A positive identity has not been made, but authorities say it may be Gerald Gettys, who is wanted in the July 7th shooting death of York County motel owner Phyllis Kinard. Gettys was thought to be somewhere in the Perry County area when his pickup was discovered about a week after the shooting. State Police Sergeant Charles Ringer says the body was badly decomposed, meaning it had been in the area for several weeks. The Perry County Coroner is trying to establish an exact cause and time of death, along with the man's identification. PSU Student Remains Missing After Three Years
Monday marked the third anniversary of the disappearance of a Penn State student. Twenty-one-year-old Cindy Song was last seen early on November 1st, 2001, when friends dropped her off in front of her apartment after a party. There have been no arrests and no suspects in the case, and investigators say they have no evidence of foul play. Relatives say Song had been depressed over a failed relationship. Her case attracted national attention, by way of the television show, "Unsolved Mysteries." Shippensburg Receives Performance Grant
Shippensburg University ranks highest with the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education board when it comes to performance measures. The board doled out pieces of a $21.7-million fund to each of the state-owned universities. Shippensburg topped the allocation list, with $2.2 million for its performance in areas such as degrees awarded, second-year persistence rate and employee diversity. Thousands in Jewelry Stolen From Shippensburg-Area Home
State Police in Cumberland County are investigating a weekend home burglary near Newburg. Sometime between 5:45 and 9 p.m. Saturday, police say someone broke into a home in the 600 block of Shippensburg Road in Hopewell Township. The burglar made off with cash, computers and computer hardware and more than $28 hundred worth of jewelry. Thus far there are no suspects in the case. Anyone with information is asked to contact State Police at Carlisle. Traffic Violation and DUI
While Chief Fred Scott, of the Shippensburg Police Department, was doing stationary patrol at the Uni-Mart he observed Troy Lee Starr traveling east bound on King Street, with a young male on his lap operating the vehicle. Starr was stopped and during the process of getting information Chief Scott noticed the scent of alcohol. Starr was administered a sobriety test and then transported to Chambersburg Hospital for testing. Charges are pending at this time. Seven Shippensburg Students Face Underage Drinking Charges
Police in Shippensburg arrested seven people Sunday night on charges of underage drinking. A state trooper on routine patrol noticed a large party in the 100 block of East Burd Street, and a number of beer cans scattered in front of the house. Those arrested and cited are all 19 or 20 years old and are all Shippensburg University Students. Three Charged in Forgery Plot
After a four month investigation, three suspects have been charged for using fraudulent checks in Cumberland, Franklin and Lebanon Counties. It was discovered that suspect Denis Lee Russell obtained a checking account number from The First Church of God of Cumberland Valley and then ordered fraudulent checks for the account. Russell along with his sister, Loria Truax and her husband Brian Truax made over six thousand dollars in purchases at several businesses in the three counties. All three accused were arraigned before District Court Justice Bender for the following charges: Forgery, Theft Unlawful Taking, Receiving Stolen Property, Retail Theft, Theft of Services, Bad Checks, and Criminal Conspiracy. Alcohol Overdose Leads to Under Age Drinking Citation
Shippensburg Police were contacted at 12:36 a.m. yesterday by Cumberland County Communications about an E-M-S dispatch to 16 North Washington Street for an alcohol overdose involving a possible underage subject. Shippensburg Police and E-M-S arrived at the scene and determined that Anna Mack, a resident of 16 North Washington Street, had consumed alcohol and was under the age of 21. Mack was treated at the scene and refused transportation to the hospital. She was cited for underage consumption of alcohol. Sixteen Arrested On Alcohol, Drug Charges
State and local police in Newville raided a weekend house party and made several arrests for underage drinking. Police were called to a home on Steelstown Road in North Newton Township in search of a runaway late Friday when officers observed the party in progress. Officers arrested 13 people on underage drinking charges and another three drug-related arrests were made. Shippensburg University Student Jailed for Assaulting Ex-Girlfriend and her Roommate
On Thursday, October 28th Shippensburg Police were called to 20 North Washington Street for a dispute between Amy Hunsberger and her ex-boyfriend Robert Henderson. When officers arrived on the scene, Henderson had gained entry into his ex-girlfriend’s room and assaulted her. Hunsberger had broken off the relationship a few weeks ago and Henderson, who was intoxicated at the time, went to Hunsberger’s house, shortly after three a.m., to talk to her. When Hunsberger told him several times to leave, he refused and became violent with her. As a result Henderson pushed Hunsberger to the floor and slapped her across the face. Her roommate, Hannah Sanders tried to intervene and as a result, she was pushed against a wall and also slapped. She sustained a concussion in the incident. Sanders was treated at the Chambersburg Hospital and released. Henderson was taken into custody by police and charged with Simple Assault, Harassment, Disorderly Conduct, and Public Drunkenness. He was arraigned before District Justice Bender, and bail was set at 15 thousand dollars. Henderson was committed to Cumberland County Prison. Grants Help Shippensburg University Establish Small Business Center
Shippensburg University is taking steps aimed at helping the local economy by supporting the development of small businesses. The university earlier won approval to host a Small Business Development Center, but the money was not included in the current state budget. In the interim, $40 thousand in grants have been awarded by Cumberland County commissioners and an additional $10 thousand from State Senator Hal Mowery. Study Implies Wal-Mart Keeps Counties In Poverty
A new study shows counties that gained a Wal-Mart store experienced smaller reductions in family poverty rates during the 1990s than those counties that didn't get one. Stephan Goetz is a professor of agricultural and regional economics at Penn State University. His study examined the effects of the retailing giant on country poverty rates. Goetz found that the average family poverty rate declined nationwide by more than 18-percent during the strong economic boom of the 90's, but the ability of the counties that gained a Wal-Mart to decrease its poverty rate during the decade was reduced by nearly 8-percent relative to those that didn't get a new store. Goetz says reasons for this include Wal-Mart's paying of relatively low wages. In addition, the presence of a Wal-Mart means more residents become eligible for public assistance. As that is taxpayer funded, these payments represent a transfer to the company's bottom line, meaning taxpayers are subsidizing the chain's operations, offsetting any savings consumers may realize by buying from Wal-Mart. The new Wal-Mart in Shippensburg opened this past Wednesday. Teen Charged With Stealing University Food Van
A 14-year-old Shippensburg boy has been charged with stealing a Shippensburg University Food Service van. A state trooper says he spotted the van at around 11:20 Tuesday night in a parking lot near Shippensburg Municipal Park. The officer says he became suspicious due to a number of crimes reported at the park in recent weeks. The van had apparently been stolen from a university dining hall five minutes before it had been stopped. The youth faces charges of motor vehicle theft, receiving stolen property and driving without a license. Tuesday Fire Leaves Six Homeless
Fire officials are still trying to determine the cause of Tuesday's noontime blaze near Shippensburg which left six people homeless. The fire destroyed a wood frame farmhouse on Goodhart Road in Southampton Township. One female occupant of the house suffered a minor injury while trying to put out the fire. The "Carlisle Sentinel" reports the woman, her boyfriend, and their four children are being assisted by the Red Cross. Chambersburg Approves Preliminary Budget
Chambersburg Borough Council has passed a preliminary budget of $55.4-million. The "Chambersburg Public Opinion" reports the spending package includes a 2-mil increase in real estate taxes, which would mean the average homeowner would pay an additional $30 per year. The "Chambersburg Public Opinion" reports the borough must look at other sources of revenue, including the possibility of expanding the occupational privilege tax by $10. The council again meets on November 8th, with a final vote on the budget planned for December 13th. Shippensburg Wal-Mart To Open Tomorrow
A grand opening is set for tomorrow morning for the area's newest Wal-Mart. The new 156-thousand-square-foot superstore near Walnut Bottom Road and Route 11 in Shippensburg is set to open at 8 a.m. tomorrow. To mark the grand opening, Wal-Mart will hand out more than $20 thousand in charitable donations to a number of area organizations. They include Shippensburg's three volunteer fire companies, the Northeastern Pennsylvania Council of the Boy Scouts, Shippensburg Public Library, and the Cumberland Valley Rails to Trails Council. Weekend Sobriety Checkpoint To Be Set Up
State police have announced a sobriety checkpoint being set up at an undisclosed location in Cumberland County this weekend. It's part of the effort known as CRISP, or Crash Reduction in South Central Pennsylvania. Domestic Assault and Terroristic Threats
On Tuesday, October 26th Shippensburg Police were dispatched to meet with an apparent domestic assault victim at the police station. Upon arriving, officers observed physical injuries on a female victim. After investigation, it was found that the assailant was Timothy Ray Ott of 37 West King Street. Ott was arrested and taken to West Shore Booking Center, where he was arraigned before District Justice Manlove. Ott was committed to Cumberland County Prison and Bail was set at 35 thousand dollars. Two criminal mischief incidents occur on the same street
On Tuesday, October 26th Shippensburg Police received two reports of criminal mischief incidents that occurred on the 1st block of West Burd Street overnight. In the first incident, a garage door was damaged and a light bulb was taken from a light fixture. In the second incident, a Volkswagen coupe was damaged when unknown persons jumped on the hood area. Anyone with information about these incidents is asked to contact the Shippensburg Police Department by calling 532 – 7361. More Halloween Decorations Stolen
The Shippensburg Police Department has received various reports dealing with the theft of Halloween decorations from citizen’s yards and front porches. At least one theft occurred on both South Queen Street and South Prince Street. Items taken include pumpkins and wooden or plastic ghosts. Man Attacked At I-81 Rest Area
A Shippensburg man reported to state police he was attacked in a rest area on Interstate 81 in Cumberland County over the weekend. The unidentified victim told police he was traveling from Shippensburg to the Carlisle area when he stopped at the rest area around 3 p.m. While in the restroom, he told police he was sexually attacked by two men. The victim was not injured. Anyone at the rest area around that time or who has information should call the Carlisle station. Police Raid Underage Drinking Party
State police cited a total of 27 people for underage drinking in Shippensburg over the weekend. The incident took place at Rugby House, when authorities were informed of an underage drinking party in progress. All but one of the students are attendees of Shippensburg University. Twin Brother Police Officers Arrest Same Man In Different Counties
A man wanted in York County has been captured in Cumberland County. Twenty-four-year-old Christopher McMullen of Hagerstown Maryland was a passenger in a vehicle stopped by state troopers for speeding last night on I-81 near the Plainfield exit. Upon learning his identity, police discovered McMullen was wanted on an outstanding drug warrant in York County. In addition to the drug counts, McMullen is also charged with providing false information to law enforcement authorities. The traffic stop in Cumberland County was made by State Police Corporal Jerry Oberdorff, the twin brother of West Manchester Township officer Jeffrey Oberdorff, who filed the charges in York County. Bill Would Rename I-81 Exit
The state House Transportation Committee has approved legislation to rename an interchange of I-81 in Cumberland County. If it becomes law, the Newville exit would be known as the "87th Infantry Division Patton's 3rd U.S. Army -- WW Two Memorial Interchange." The bill, sponsored by Carlisle-area state Representative Will Gabig, now goes to the full state House. Parking Lot Trashing
On Saturday night Todd Sherman of Shippensburg reported that someone was trashing the parking lot at the Bricker Fogelsonger Funeral Home. The trash was cleaned up before the arrival of Shippensburg Police. A few light sticks were thrown into the sewer grate on the lot and Police had the suspect and his helpers pull up the cover and remove the lights from the sewer. Preliminary Hearing Held In Drug-Related Murder Case
A decision is pending on whether there is enough evidence for 35-year-old Michael Heberlig of Shippensburg to stand trial in the drug-related murder of Lathan Spencer of Mount Holly Springs. Spencer's body was found October 28th in a park-and-ride near Newville. A preliminary hearing was held Thursday, with Judge Edgar Bayley not yet ruling in the case. School Closed Due To Mold Set To Re Open
An elementary school which has been closed due to a problem with mold is set to reopen. WGAL-TV reports the Grace B. Luhrs University Elementary School will open again next week, though an exact date has not been disclosed. It's been over two months since the discovery of mold forced staff members and about 130 students to hold classes in other buildings on the Shippensburg University campus. Franklin County Fire Remains Unsolved
The state police fire marshal is continuing the investigation into a blaze that destroyed a trailer home in Franklin County earlier this year. Fire destroyed the home in the 51-hundred-block of Mountain Road in Hamilton Township July 16th. Anyone with information is asked to contact state police at Chambersburg. Meanwhile, the marshal's office determined two other fires in July, one in a garage in Antrim Township, Franklin County and the other in an apartment in Lower Allen Township, Cumberland County were accidental in nature. Retail Theft
Thursday October 21st Michael Rose of Chambersburg observed three juveniles enter a store located at 403 North Morris Street in Shippensburg. One of the juveniles was seen attempting to take two packs of Star Burst candy and one box of condoms. The juvenile thief will be charged with retail theft. Higher Water Rates Planned In Shippensburg
Shippensburg area water customers will see higher rates next year. The Borough Authority has voted to raise rates three percent in 2005 to help shore up its capital improvement budget. The average water user will pay an extra $2 a quarter. Retail Theft and Truancy
On Wednesday, October 20th the Shippensburg Police Department investigated a report of retail theft that occurred at the West End Mart. Police found three male juveniles, one of which had stolen two packs of cigars. That juvenile was charged with Retail Theft and the remaining two juveniles were cited for Truancy. All were released to their parents. DUI Crash
On Monday, October 18th at 9:48 p.m. Shippensburg Police were called to an auto accident involving two vehicles. The accident occurred in front of the Before and After Café, located at 334 East King Street. Both vehicles sustained minor damage. During the investigation it was determined that Gerald Swanger, one of the drivers in the accident, was driving under the influence of alcohol. As a result, Swanger was charged with Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol and careless driving. At the time his blood alcohol level was .24 percent. There were no injuries in the crash. Double DUI Accident
On October 17th at 2:15 a.m. Shippensburg Police were called to an auto accident at 306 East Garfield Street involving two vehicles. The fire department was called to the scene for a fuel spill. During the investigation it was determined that both drivers involved were driving under the influence of alcohol. Driver Marie Trimmer, of Shippensburg, was transported to the hospital by ambulance for a head laceration. She was charged with driving under the influence of alcohol. At the time her blood alcohol level was .13 percent. The other driver, Rod Ingram was also charged. His blood alcohol level was .18 percent. A hearing for both has been set for November 22nd before District Justice Bender. DUI and Speeding
While conducting speed enforcement on the 100 block of North Earl Street, on Sunday October 17th at 2:06 a.m. a Shippensburg Police Officer stopped Joshua Thomas of Shippensburg for exceeding the maximum speed limit. After investigation, Thomas was arrested for DUI, Incapable of Safe Driving, Highest Rate of Alcohol and exceeding the maximum speed limit. Thomas’ blood alcohol content was .18 percent. Bicycle Theft
A Silver Mongoose bicycle was reported stolen from 611 Prospect Ave. sometime between 5:30 p.m. on Friday, October 15th and 10 p.m. on Saturday, October 16th. The bike has two rear foot pegs and Mongoose decals on the frame. Anyone with information about this incident is urged to call the Shippensburg Police Department at 532-7361. Criminal Mischief Damages Vehicle
On October 15th unknown individuals threw a cinder block against a 1995 Honda in a parking lot near 443 East King Street in Shippensburg. Anyone with information is requested to contact the Shippensburg Police Department at 532 – 7361. Two Vehicle Accident
The Shippensburg Police Department investigated an accident at the corner of North Earl Street and West Burd Street. A vehicle driven by Wayne Coldsmith was traveling West on Burd Street. Coldsmith crossed North Earl Street and was struck by another vehicle driven by Barry Knerr. There were no injuries, but Knerr’s vehicle was towed from the scene. The traffic light was red when Coldsmith entered the intersection. Public Drunkenness at Shippensburg Uni Mart
Shippensburg Police were summoned to the Uni Mart, on the corner of King and Penn Streets, last night because of a report of an intoxicated man. Eric Tate Hockenberry of Orrstown was found to be visibly intoxicated and was cited for Public Drunkenness. Hockenberry was released at his residence to a relative. ProLogis Plans Expansion Of Cumberland County Warehouse Site
The Colorado-based developer that was recently thwarted in its efforts to build a large warehouse project in Cumberland County is hoping to add onto another project this is underway. Supervisors in South Middleton Township last week rejected ProLogis' plans for a warehouse complex. ProLogis is currently building a 1.4-million square foot complex in Southampton Township, and is applying to add another five buildings. That would bring the size of the complex to more than five-million square feet. A vote is likely later this month. Cumberland County Prepares New Radio System For Use
Cumberland County's new emergency radio system is about to go online. The $10-million system will employ two new towers and seven cell sites, thereby increasing the coverage area for police, fire and emergency services. The current system has had its limits. Police officers were only able to make radio calls to their own department, but now they will be able to communicate with all departments. Part of the funding is also upgrading the county's 911 center. Reckless Driving
Brenda States of Farmington Drive in Shippensburg reported two females riding a four wheeler in the back yards of homes on Farmington Drive on Tuesday, October 12th. The two then drove off on Farmington Drive, then returned driving the wrong way down the street. Anyone with information is asked to contact Officer Lively of the Shippensburg Police Department at 532-7361. Burglary and Theft
J. Sean Reilly of 105 West King Street reported that unknown persons entered his apartment at the Market Cross Pub & Inn sometime between the hours of 5:30 and 9:30 p.m. on Thursday October 7th. Reilly reported that the alleged theft occurred while he was at work and the following items were taken: An X – BOX video game system, a Bose brand music sampler, an electronic drum machine and two X – BOX video games. Anyone with information is urged to contact the police at 532 – 7361. Callers may remain anonymous. Possession of Weapons on School Property
On Friday, October 8th at 6:50 a.m., a 15 year old juvenile was found to be in possession of a pocket knife while on school property at the Senior High School in Shippensburg. Shippensburg Police investigated the incident and filed charges with the Franklin County Juvenile Probation Department. The juvenile was charged with possession of weapons on school property. This offense is classified under the Pennsylvania Crimes Code as a Misdemeanor of the First Degree. Kids Threatened With A Knife
On Saturday, October 9th Michelle Ruguet called Shippensburg Police to report a juvenile was running around in Farmington Manor threatening kids with a knife. Upon arrival Shippensburg Police spoke with a juvenile who reported he was wrestling with another juvenile. The juvenile he was wrestling with got upset and began punching him. He then fled. The suspect juvenile then chased a group of kids through the area. He had a knife on him at the time. Vehicle Damaged in Criminal Mischief Incident
On Sunday October 10th Michael Zywiec reported that unknown individuals jumped on and caved in the roof of his brown two - door Plymouth, which was parked in a parking lot accessed from East Neff Avenue. Zywiec stated that the vehicle was intact the afternoon of October 7th, but noticed the damage on the morning of October 9th. Damage is estimated at between 500 dollars and 750 dollars. Anyone with information is asked to contact Shippensburg Police at 532 – 7361. Warrant Issued In Assault, Harassment Case
State police in Cumberland County have issued an arrest warrant for a man with ties to the Carlisle, Newville and Harrisburg areas. Nineteen-year-old Eric Airesman is wanted on charges of felony aggravated and simple assault, as well as harassment. Anyone who knows of Airesman's whereabouts is asked to contact state police at Carlisle. Commissioners Limit Citizen Speeches To Three Minutes
Cumberland County commissioners have adopted a new rule which states any citizen who addresses the board during their meetings has only three minutes to state their business. Whoever is running the meeting has the discretion whether to lengthen the allotted time. Chief Clerk John Connolly says the new rule is designed to prevent people or groups from bringing the proceedings to a halt. Connolly gave the example, which has happened elsewhere, of some people reading long passages from the Bible as a way to delay or halt a vote on an issue which some may disagree with. Game Commission Reminds Hunters To Remember The Hungry
Pennsylvania Game Commission officials are asking hunters to think about sharing a portion of their deer kill this season. Hunters are asked to consider donating some of their venison to the Hunters Sharing the Harvest program. The HSH donates the venison to local food banks, soup kitchens and families in need. Similar programs operate in about 40 states, and Pennsylvania's is considered one of the most successful. Man Arrested After Fleeing Officer, Threatening To Jump From Roof
A Collegeville man will be arraigned in Cumberland County Court today on numerous charges, following an incident early Sunday in Shippensburg Township. A police officer had tried to obtain information from 19-year-old Michael Venezia, when Venezia reportedly took off. The officer caught up with Venezia in the Britton Court Apartments, but got away despite being pepper sprayed. Venezia then ran up a fire escape at a sorority house on Britton Road, then climbed onto the roof and threatened to jump. He was eventually talked down and taken to Carlisle Hospital for evaluation. National Weather Service Says September Set Rainfall Record
The rainfall that drenched the midstate from three storms combined to make September the wettest on record. The National Weather Service says the official rain gauge at Shippensburg University measured 11.69 inches of rain in September, more than three times above average. Forecasters say rains from the remnants of Hurricane Frances resulted in 1.17 inches of rain, and there was 6.3 inches from Ivan and close to four inches from Hurricane Jeanne. The most rain ever in a one-month period was June 1972, when what was left over from Hurricane Agnes dumped 12.39 inches on the region. Local Officials Lobbying PennDOT For Road Improvements
Officials of Shippensburg Township and Shippensburg Borough are joining forces in hopes of persuading PennDOT to improve safety at two intersections near the border between the township and the borough. The "Carlisle Sentinel" reports both local governments are lobbying for a traffic light at East Orange Street and Walnut Bottom Road, as well as for a pedestrian crosswalk for those crossing Baltimore Road between Farmington Manor and the Shippensburg Marketplace. Area Supermarket Chain To Discontinue Giving Flu Shots
Carlisle-based Giant Foods has announced it will no longer offer flu shot clinics in all its stores after this Saturday. The sudden shortage of flu vaccine is the reason for the decision. Giant officials say the shots will still be administered this week, but only to those deemed at highest risk for the flu. Another midstate retailer, Weis Markets, was also scheduled to begin offering flu shots before news of the shortage, but officials have not announced if those plans have been changed. Speed Blamed On Weekend Crash That Injures Three
A Newville man remains in critical condition following a weekend crash that police say was caused by excessive speed. Police say a car driven by 20-year-old Justin Varner lost control along West Main Street in Plainfield at around 9:40 Saturday night, hit a a utility pole and knocked down a porch roof before coming to rest. Varner is in critical condition at Hershey Medical Center, while two female passengers in his car were treated for minor injuries at Carlisle Hospital. Police say none of the three was wearing a seat belt. Halloween Decorations Stolen
On Sunday, October 10th Jack Coons of 31 South Washington Street reported that someone stole a Halloween decoration that was sitting on his front porch. The decoration was a stuffed person with a Halloween mask on. He said the suspect rung his door bell and left heading East on Orange Street in a small silver vehicle. Flowers Damaged on Residence Porch
Two suspects damaged some flowers that were on the porch of 19 North Penn Street on Sunday October 10th. The suspects have been described as males, one wearing a long sleeve red shirt and jeans and the other wearing a navy blue or black hooded sweatshirt. Anyone with additional information is asked to contact the Shippensburg Police Department. Nail Polish Mischief
In the hours of 11 p.m. and 9:45 a.m., on October 8th and 9th Greg Herb reported that an unknown person spilled what appeared to be nail polish on his vehicle. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Shippensburg Police Department. Mother, Grandmother Charged In Child's Death
A Cumberland County woman has been charged with first degree murder. Candace Staruh is also charged with aggravated assault and child endangerment in the death of her three-year-old son, Jordan Jackson. Staruh told authorities Jordan died of injuries sustained after he fell from a stool at her mother's home, which is located near Newville. There has been little revealed about this case until Wednesday, when prosecutors said the bruises found on Jordan's body went against the statements made by Staruh. Lois Staruh, Jordan's grandmother, is facing child endangerment charges in the case. One Man Killed In I-81 Accident
A Franklin County man was killed in a one-vehicle accident near the Maryland border Wednesday. State police reported that 62-year-old Robert Wolfe was driving northbound on Interstate 81 when his SUV veered into the median, rolled over and slid for near 100 yards. Officials pronounced Wolfe dead at the scene. State police did not give a cause for the crash. Kerry Campaign Chair Visits Shippensburg University
The national chair of the Kerry-Edwards campaign, former New Hampshire Governor Jeanne Shaheen, is back at her alma mater of Shippensburg University today to take part in a forum at Old Main Chapel. This is one of a series of events Shaheen will appear at across the state. Former Officer Sentenced For Drug Sales
A former Shippensburg police officer has been sentenced to two to four years in county prison for selling drugs. The "Harrisburg Patriot-News" reports 62-year-old Wayne Rideout was convicted for selling crack cocaine to a police informant on two occasions in November and December of last year. The two-to-four-year sentence is required by law because the sales took place near a playground and a school. No One Hurt In Two Accidents Near The Same Location
The use of seat belts apparently saved the lives of five people in two separate accidents Tuesday. The accidents happened within hours of each other on the same stretch of I-81 near Shippensburg. The first crash happened at around 9 a.m., when the driver of a northbound car apparently fell asleep at the wheel, and ended up underneath a tractor trailer. A third vehicle rear-ended the first two. None of the drivers were seriously hurt. The second crash happened at around 1:20 p.m., when a southbound car lost control, crossed the median into the northbound lanes and slammed into a guide rail. Neither the driver, 71-year-old Roberta Wexler, nor her husband Martin, both from Tamarac, Florida, was hurt. Police say all those involved were properly buckled up. SU Students Attacked, Police Urge Caution
Shippensburg University police are urging female students to not walk alone, especially at night in the wake of three assaults. Two of the attacks on female students took place in the span of about 24 hours. According to Peter M. Gigliotti, the executive director for University Communications and Marketing, “the description of the assailant in all three cases is very similar.” The suspects is described as a white male, five feet eleven inches to six feet tall, and wearing a hooded sweatshirt. University police are working with Pennsylvania State Police and Shippensburg Borough Police, reviewing surveillance videotapes from the areas on campus near where the attacks took place. They are also asking for help from the campus community. Anyone with information or those who see suspicious people or activities on the campus are asked to call police. Court Orders Former Wedding Retailer To Liquidate
Kauffman's Wedding World, which earlier this year abruptly closed its 21 stores, will now be forced to liquidate its assets. The "Harrisburg Patriot-News" reports a federal judge last week ordered the chain to enter Chapter 7 bankruptcy. The Altoona-based chain has a number of mid-state locations, including in Chambersburg, Harrisburg, Camp Hill, York, and Lancaster. The early September closing left a number of brides and bridesmaids without their dresses, but the state Attorney General's office ordered the stores to reopen for four days to deliver merchandise which had already been paid for. Temporary Tax Hike Suggested To Aid Hurricane Ivan Victims
A state lawmaker wants to impose a temporary tax hike on cigarettes and bottled liquor to help aid Hurricane Ivan victims. According to the "Pittsburgh Post-Gazette," Scranton lawmaker Gaynor Cawley suggested a five-cent tax on cigarettes and one percent tax on bottled liquor. The tax would be expected to give the state an estimated $53 million for cleanup around the state and a new flood mitigation plan in 2005. The plan would allow the state to buy up property in high-risk flood plains. Troopers To Be Trained To Spot Drivers Impaired By Substances Other Than Alcohol
State Police Commissioner Jeffrey Miller says his department has received a $10-thousand federal grant to train officers on how to spot drivers who are impaired by something other than alcohol. Miller says alcohol is the most common substance for impaired drivers, but is not the only one. He says officers will be trained to determine if drivers are under the influence of illegal drugs or prescription drugs to help keep even more impaired drivers off the road. A total of ten troopers will be part of the first training class, set to begin next year. Bill To Establish Automatic Vote Recounts Introduced
Democratic state Representative Babette Josephs introduced legislation yesterday in Harrisburg that is designed to eliminate voting controversies like what took place in Florida in the 2000 election. The measure would establish an automatic statewide vote recount when the margin between candidates is .5 percent or less. Supporters hope the proposed measure will gain bipartisan support so it can be passed and signed into law by Governor Rendell before the November 2nd election. The recount system would include federal and statewide races, as well as judicial races and ballot questions. More Weekend Arrests in Shippensburg
It was another busy weekend for police in Shippensburg. Between eight Saturday night and 3:30 yesterday morning, police made a total of seven arrests of persons between the ages of 18 and 27, many of them Shippensburg University students. The charges were mainly alcohol-related, including disorderly conduct, DUI and underage consumption. Damage Occurs to Residence After Partial Lawn Driving
On Wednesday, September 28th at two p.m. an unknown person partially drove through the yard to the rear of 18 South Queen Street. The property sustained some damage as a result of this act. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Shippensburg Police Department. False Report Leads To Real Disorderly Conduct Citation
On Thursday, September 29th William Helm reported a fight at Memorial Park to Shippensburg Police. According to Shippensburg Police there was no fight, but Helm did witness a juvenile urinating in the park. That youth will be cited for disorderly conduct. Plum Pox Quarantine Lifted in Some Areas
The state Agriculture Department has announced it is lifting its quarantine on fruit groves in three municipalities. The ban had been in effect since September 2001, due to the presence of the Plum Pox virus. The areas no longer under quarantine are located in Southampton Township, Cumberland County, along with Quincy Township and Mont Alto borough in Franklin County. Plum pox affect stone fruits, such as peaches, nectarines cherries, apricots, and plums. Extensive testing led to the partial lifting of the quarantine. It remains in effect in a number of other locations. They include Mount Holly Springs and Portions of Dickinson and South Middleton Townships in Cumberland County, Conewago, Franklin, Monaghan and Washington Townships in York County, as well as the Adams County townships of Huntingdon and Latimore, the borough of York Springs, and parts of Menallen, Butler, and Tyrone Townships. Trucker Involved In Fatal Accident Ordered To Stand Trial
An Oklahoma trucker charged with causing an accident that claimed the life of a construction worker on the Pennsylvania Turnpike in Cumberland County, has been ordered held for trial. The "Carlisle Sentinel" reports 44-year-old George Mayfield is accused of speeding through a construction zone in Hopewell Township July 29th, hitting and killing 52-year- old John Horvath, an employee of Hempt Brothers. State police charge that Mayfield was knowingly on the road in a tractor-trailer with faulty brakes, unsafe tires and a leaking hydraulic braking system. Couple Charges Each Other With Harassment
On Sunday, September 26th both Michael Crouse and his wife Helen Crouse reported to Shippensburg Police that they were being harassed, by each other. Helen Crouse reported that she was pushed by her husband Michael, while her husband Michael reported that he was punched and scratched by his wife. Both were cited for harassment. New Arts Center To Be Named For Donor
Shippensburg University officials are naming a new center for the arts after a longtime supporter. The H. Ric Luhrs Performing Arts Center is expected to be completed by the summer of 2005. Luhrs donated more than $3-million to the $20-million project. The center will include additional classrooms and office space, and will allow for the hosting of full Broadway touring companies and other shows. Huge Warehouse Project Proposed For Shippensburg Area
Developers unveiled plans this week for a major warehouse project in Southampton Township, Cumberland County. Engineers for ProLogis went before the Board of Supervisors with preliminary subdivision and development plans for five warehouses, the latest of a series of projects. ProLogis currently has a 1.4-million square foot warehouse complex under construction on Walnut Bottom Road. The newest project involves 311 acres of land, including the former Shippensburg Airport and would encompass 5.4-million square feet. The "Carlisle Sentinel" reports the board tabled the plans until their next meeting, which will take place on the morning of October 11th. Shippensburg Targets Students During Homecoming Weekend
On Saturday at 12:20 a.m. 20 year old Kevin Fleer of Mechanicsburg was stopped for possessing an open container of beer. He was identified and subsequently cited for underage drinking and possession. Approximately one hour later, Fleer was driving his truck when he entered the Sheetz parking lot and nearly collided with an unmarked Pennsylvania State Police vehicle. When Sgt. Steve Junkin, who was wearing a full duty uniform, exited his police vehicle to make contact with Fleer, he fled in his vehicle for a short distance, and then fled on foot. Shippensburg Police Officers in plain clothes, who witnessed the event, gave chase on foot and caught Fleer a ½ block away. Fleer was again arrested, this time for a DUI. State police joined with Shippensburg Borough authorities and university police in a crackdown on quality of life violations over the past weekend, which was Shippensburg University's homecoming. Authorities arrested or cited 94 people, most of them SU students for violations such as underage drinking and disorderly conduct. Police in uniform and plainclothes conducted the enforcement blitz from Thursday through Sunday. Butter Related Disorderly Conduct
Residents at 308 Reading Road, in Shippensburg discovered a message written on their driveway with butter last Thursday night. The victims discovered toilet paper in the yard the night before. Shippensburg Police are not releasing the contents of the message at this time. Anyone with information about this buttery incident is asked to contact the Shippensburg Police Department at 532-7361. Intoxicated Man Walks Around Campus With A Couch
On Saturday evening, following the football game and Homecoming Festivities at Seth Grove Stadium an officer on post near the baseball access road observed a white male carrying a couch on his head. The police officer observed the male to be stumbling and asked if he was okay. The male said that he was and continued up the road. While walking up the roadway the male nearly stumbled into the path of an oncoming car. The officer then stopped the male and identified him as Jason A. Praetorius of Levittown PA. Praetorius was found to be noticeably intoxicated and was cited for Public Drunkenness. He was released to friends after being cited. Man Captured Following Weekend Chase Through Two Counties
State police arrested a Cumberland County man, following a vehicle and foot chase through two counties. A state trooper attempted to stop 24-year-old Brian Wenger of Newburg in Shippensburg Township at around 10 p.m. Friday. Wenger did not stop, and the pursuit went along several roads from Cumberland into Franklin County. In Lurgan Township, Wenger lost control of his pickup truck and fled on foot. He was later identified and taken into custody. Wenger faces a long list of charges, including, reckless endangerment, fleeing and eluding and driving with a suspended license. Theft In Shippensburg
A plastic Pepsi wagon was taken from 112 East King Street sometime between Friday and Saturday. The wagon holds sixteen 24 oz. sodas with ice. The wagon is owned by the Pepsi Company. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Shippensburg Police Department. Hit and Run Accident
The Shippensburg Police Department is investigating an accident that occurred on Sunday where a vehicle was struck from behind. After the accident occurred the striking vehicle left the scene without stopping. The vehicle is described as an older model blue station wagon. The vehicle was being driven by a female. There were no injuries and minor damage. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Shippensburg Police Deparment. Damaged Fence in Shippensburg
Unknown persons damaged the fence at the property of 301 North Fayette Street however it was part of the fence that is along Spring House Road. This incident occurred between September 18th and September 23rd. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Shippensburg Police Department. Nine Twisters Spawned From Hurricane Ivan
The National Weather Service has confirmed a total of nine tornadoes touched down in the midstate as a result of Hurricane Ivan. The twisters especially hit Cumberland, Franklin and Juniata counties hard. Weather Service meteorologist David Ondrejik says he believes more touchdown sites will be confirmed. The criteria used to determine whether a tornado touched down in a specific location includes eyewitness accounts, radar reports and patterns of damage noted at the scene. Woman's purse found
According to Shippensburg Police, a purse was found in the area of Britton Road and North Queen Street on Saturday. The purse contains keys and miscellaneous papers. Anyone with information is requested to contact the Shippensburg Police Department at 532-7361. Attorney Seeks To Suppress Evidence In Cumberland County Murder
A hearing was held in Cumberland County Court Monday regarding evidence and statements in the case of a Shippensburg man charged with murder. The "Carlisle Sentinel" reports 34-year-old Michael Heberlig is accused of shooting to death Lathan Spencer in October of last year over a drug debt. Heberlig's attorney is trying to suppress statements made during questioning on the grounds that he was not read his constitutional rights. These statements reportedly include Heberlig's confession to killing the 33-year-old Spencer. Public Defender Anthony Adams also charges a warrant served on Heberlig's home and vehicle was done so without probable cause. Heberlig is scheduled for trial in November. Homecoming
It’s homecoming here at Shippensburg University. Here is the schedule for the weekend. At 8:15 p.m. tonight you can catch the Spirit Rally & Fireworks display at Heiges Field House. Tomorrow at 10:15 a.m. is the Homecoming Parade. The parade begins at the community center and will arrive on campus at about 10:45 a.m. From 11:00 a.m. - 12:45 p.m. there will be tailgating at the Red & Blue Alumni Tent behind Seth Grove Stadium. Register for Homecoming favors and prizes, including a grand prize drawing. The General Alumni Association and the university will provide nonalcoholic beverages, sandwiches, side dishes, and desserts. Face painting and games for children at the alumni tailgating area. At 12:45 p.m. the pre-game festivities begin at Seth Grove Stadium. This includes the Red Raider ROTC Cannon Salute, a performance by the Red Raider Marching Band, an appearance by the Homecoming King & Queen Finalists, the Parade Competition Awards and Hall of Fame Inductees. At 1:00 p.m. tomorrow the football game between Shippensburg and Edinboro begins at Seth Grove Stadium. And don’t forget about the Halftime festivities which include another SU Marching Band performance and the 2004 Homecoming King & Queen crowning. Coverage of the game begins at 12:40 right here on WSYC 88.7. Two Gas Station Holdups, Same Place, Same Person, Same Day
State police are searching for a man believed to have held up a gas station twice in the same day. The second of the two incidents occurred at the Texaco station on Walnut Bottom Road at around 9:15 p.m. Reports say the suspect entered the station and demanded cash, then fled on foot with more than $100. The suspect is a Caucasian, about five-eight, weighing between 120 and 130 pounds. He was wearing a black baseball cap and a striped golf-style shirt. Identifiers include a cross tattoo on his right forefinger, and a faded tattoo in the web of his right thumb and forefinger. The employee told police this may be the same man who held up the store in the morning hours as well. Anyone with information should call the Carlisle station. Law School Name In Limbo
First students waited as the Board of Governors for the Dickenson School of Law talked over plans to move the facility to State College. Then they waited as plans swirled to build a separate facility in State College while renovating the Carlisle facility. Now there are possible plans for PSU to turn the school over to Dickenson College and drop its affiliation. Students had an informal meeting with school officials around talks between those officials and the Board of Governors. Dickenson and PSU officially announced the idea last week and are holding informal talks this week to discuss the project more in depth. Tim Russert Addresses Crowd At Shippensburg
NBC news anchor Tim Russert says Pennsylvania will play a key role in electing the next president. Speaking last night at Shippensburg University, the host of "Meet the Press" told about 13 hundred people in attendance that Pennsylvania, along with Florida and Ohio, are all must-win states for both President Bush and John Kerry, but the winning margin will likely be by just a handful of votes. Criminal Mischief
Shippensburg Police Officers were dispached to 112 North Queen Street late Saturday evening into early Sunday morning after several cars in the area were egged. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Shippensburg Police Department. Dog Found
A brown female dog was found running loose in Shippensburg, near North Washington and King Street on Saturday. The animal was turned over to the Franklin County Humane Society. Anyone with information is requested to contact the Shippensburg Police Department at 532-7361. Theft By Unlawful Taking
The Shippensburg Police Department is looking for the subjects who removed metal hanging baskets from the composite site across from the sewage plant. The baskets were removed sometime between Wednesday, September 15th and Thursday September 16th. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Shippensburg Police Department to get this matter resolved. Abandoned Bicycle
Shippensburg Police were called to the 300 block of East King Street to recover an abandoned bicycle today. The bicycle is a 24 inch Road Master mountain bike. The owner may claim the bike at the Shippensburg Police Department after providing a detailed description of the bicycle. Terroristic Threats at the Shippensburg High School Football Game
Two juveniles were arrested Friday after making threats with a weapon at the Shippensburg High School football game. The accused are a 15-year-old and a 12-year old. The weapon was found to be a toy gun, but charges will be filed as if it were real. The juveniles were also charged with other violations. Convicted Sex Offender Discovered At Shippensburg
As a result of an unrelated investigation a student at Shippensburg University has been arrested for violating Megan's Law. Police say 55-year-old Everstein Johnson failed to notify local authorities that he had moved into the community as required by the law, which labels him a convicted sex offender. Johnson served 53 months in prison for sexually assaulting, stalking and repeatedly threatening a State College woman in 1997. Johnson was arraigned before District Justice Bender Friday, September 10, and committed to Cumberland County Prison with bail being set at $150,000. Another weekend of alcohol fueled arrests in shippensburg
Police in Shippensburg are coming off another busy weekend. Authorities say a total of 12 people were arrested, most of them students under the age of 21 who were caught drinking. Three of the arrests resulted in a trip to the Cumberland County Prison. One was for trying to flee while being arrested, the second was for hitting a parked car, and the third was on possesion of marijuana. Maryland Man arrested on drug charges in shippensburg
A Frederick, Maryland man is being held in Cumberland County Prison on $10 thousand bail after his arrest early Saturday morning. A state trooper reported spotting 23-year-old Nicholas Kefauver sitting in a vehicle behind Wib's bar in Shippensburg Township. Kefauver allegedly was in possession of marijuana and was preparing a pipe for smoking. Kefauver faces charges for possesion of marijuana and drug paraphernalia, as well as public drunkenness. Criminal Mischief
Shippensburg Police are reporting that unknown persons were throwing water balloons at residences and vehicles earlier today. The incident occurred near North Queen, East Fort, and Britton Road. Damage was done to a vehicle in the area and a residence was struck. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Shippensburg Police Department at 532-7361. motorist blamed for four car crash which injures one
A Lebanon County woman is being cited in connection with a four vehicle pileup Wednesday afternoon in Shippensburg. It happened at Walnut Bottom Road and East Orange Street. Police say a car driven by Cheryl Burt of Fredericksburg rear ended another vehicle, pushing it into the intersection where it slammed head on into a third vehicle, pushing it into the side of a fourth. The driver of the fourth vehicle 27-year-old Stacy Franz of Shippensburg, was injured and taken to Chambersburg Hospital. No one else was hurt. Labor day weekend incident at college park
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