February 2026

Obituaries

Obituary of Josef David Lindner of Elkland, PA

Josef David Lindner, age 44 of Elkland, PA, passed away at his home on Friday, February 6, 2026, after a long battle with cancer. He was born on June 1, 1981 in Perkasie, PA and was a son to David Lindner and Teresa ‘Terri’ Renninger.  After Joe graduated highschool in Quakertown, PA he went on […]

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Obituary of Norbert W. Schneller of Sabinsville, PA

Norbert W. Schneller, 68 of Sabinsville, PA passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, February 4, 2026, at his home. He was born Tuesday, July 9, 1957, in Wellsboro, PA, and was a son to the late Henry and Elsie (Spitzberg) Schneller.  He graduated from Cowanesque Jr.-Sr. High School in 1975 and then graduated from Williamsport Community

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Power Restored in Blossburg

FNN Article Update © Saturday, February 7, 2026. (Clip on map to enlarge). BLOSSBURG/MANSFIELD, PA – 96 residents in Blossburg Borough and 1 Bloss Township residence were without power on this extreme chilly Saturday morning, February 7, 2026. A crew worked for several hours making repairs in the area of Ruah Street in Blossburg Borough.

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FCFP of Pennsylvania Marks 110 Years with Year-Long Celebrations

WILLIAMSPORT, PA – The First Community Foundation Partnership of Pennsylvania (FCFP) is proud to celebrate its 110th birthday in 2026 with the theme “110 Years Bright,” marking more than a century of philanthropy and lasting impact across North Central Pennsylvania. Founded in 1916, FCFP manages more than 460 funds and has awarded over $100 million

Crime News

Arrest of Upper-Level Western Pa. Drug Trafficker Announced

Release – Thursday, February 5, 2026. HARRISBURG, PA — Attorney General Dave Sunday and the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration announced charges against an Allegheny County man regarding trafficking cocaine, fentanyl, methamphetamine in Armstrong and Allegheny counties. Glenn Thomas Jr., 36, was arrested this week following search warrants at his apartment and stash house that uncovered $120,000 worth

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Collaboration Leads to Takedown of Juveniles

Release – Thursday, February 5, 2026. HARRISBURG, PA — Attorney General Dave Sunday — along with the Allegheny County Police Department and U.S. Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives — announced arrests of seven juveniles and an 18-year-old in connection with the thefts and illegal transfers of numerous firearms, resulting from gun store burglaries.

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Tri‑Co Connections Celebrates 9,000 Fiber Subscribers

Tri-Co Connections Surpasses 9,000 Fiber Subscribers, Building on Its Legacy as Pennsylvania’s First Electric Cooperative With a Complete Systemwide Fiber Network. MANSFIELD, PA — Tri-Co Connections (TCC), the region’s first and only rural cooperative–owned fiber broadband provider, has reached a major milestone: 9,000 homes and businesses now connected to high‐speed fiber internet. The achievement marks

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Obituary of Shirley Jean Button of Lawrenceville, PA

Shirley Jean Button, age 82 of Lawrenceville, PA, passed away at home on Sunday, February 1, 2026. Born on Saturday, September 4, 1943, in Lawrence Township., she was the daughter of the late Ernest Burrows and Eloise (Miller) Gardner. Shirley liked to be out and about, always shopping and going to yard sales. She is

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Obituary of Kenneth G. Sauley of Sabinsville, PA

Kenneth G. Sauley, 79, of Hector Township, Sabinsville, PA, died Tuesday, February 3, 2026, in Sheila’s Personal Care Home in Mansfield, PA.  Born on December 21, 1946, in Hershey, he was the son of George M. and Verna M. Holtzman Sauley.   He was married to Barbara L. Stine, who predeceased him on October 7, 2017.   Ken

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Fire Breaks Out At Lehigh Valley Hospital in Dickson City

FNN Article Wednesday, February 4, 2026. (Click on images to enlarge). LACKAWANNA COUNTY, PA – A roof fire broke out in the roof of the Orthopedic Institute at the Lehigh Valley Hospital in Dickson City Wednesday evening, February 4, 2026. Heavy fire and police presence was noted around 9:30 PM as heavy flames were visible

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1 Injured in Crash Along Catlin Hollow Road in Wellsboro

FNN Article Update © Wednesday, February 4, 2026. Image provided to FNN. (Click on image to enlarge). WELLSBORO, PA – (Update) A female driver was injured in a rollover crash that closed down Catlin Hollow Road in Charleston Township for over 40 minutes on Wednesday afternoon, February 4, 2026. Wellsboro fire and EMS crews responded

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Multiple Fire Crews Battle House Fire In Knoxville, PA

FNN Breaking News © Wednesday, February 4, 2026. FNN Article Wednesday, February 4, 2026. Some images have been credited. Others requested name to be withheld. KNOXVILLE, PA – Multiple fire crews were dispatched to a 2 story house fire in Knoxville around 5:44 PM. A second alarm was issued as Knoxville fire personnel at the

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What Pennsylvania Leaders Are Saying About Governor Shapiro’s 2026-27 Proposed Budget

Release – February 4, 2026. HARRISBURG, PA – Yesterday, Governor Josh Shapiro delivered his 2026-27 proposed budget address – a commonsense plan that builds on three years of historic progress, tackles pressing challenges, and positions Pennsylvania for long-term growth. Now, lawmakers and leaders from across Pennsylvania are applauding the Governor’s proposed budget, recognizing its focus on lowering costs, creating economic

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Owlett, Pickett Comment on Governor’s Budget Address

Release – Wednesday, February 4, 2026. Shown Rep. Tina Pickett and Rep. Clint Owlett. HARRISBURG, PA – Reps. Tina Pickett (R-Bradford/Wyoming) and Clint Owlett (R-Tioga/Bradford) offered the following response to Gov. Josh Shapiro’s $53.26 billion state budget proposal delivered Tuesday during a joint session of the General Assembly. The plan represents a $2.72 billion, or

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NPRC Hosting EMT Courses Across the Region; Unveiling New Learning Experience

NPRC Release – Wednesday, February 4, 2026. WARREN, PA – Northern Pennsylvania Regional College (NPRC) is hosting an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) course across the region beginning in February, introducing a new blended- learning format with increased accessibility and flexibility for learners. The program is made up of three sections of the course, which are didactic

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Bomb Threat Made By Unhappy Patient

FNN Article © Wednesday, February 4, 2026. DANVILLE, PA – A bomb threat was reported Tuesday evening, February 3, 2026, at the Danville State Hospital in Montour County. According to Pennsylvania State Police based in Milton, they were alerted about the bomb threat by Pennsylvania State Police barracks in Shickshinny who had received the bomb threat call.  Milton

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Pennsylvania State Police Unveil Advanced Patrol Vehicle Upgrades

PSP Release -2026. Click on the last images to enlarge for a better view. Major upgrades reflect the department’s commitment to using advanced technology to protect communities and support troopers. PSP will be one of only two law enforcement agencies in the nation with advanced sound capability — meaning motorists should be able to hear

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