10-mile Chase Results in Arrest of Tobyhanna Man
A 10-mile police chase in Monroe County ended with the arrest of 64-year-old William Watkins of Tobyhanna. Watkins, charged with aggravated assault and fleeing police, was found heavily intoxicated after the pursuit, which began with reports of a reckless driver on Route 611. He was taken into custody after spike strips disabled his vehicle.
Read MoreBonus Pheasant Stocking Underway
The Pennsylvania Game Commission will release 8,400 pheasants next week in an experimental late-season stocking. Mostly hens, the birds will be released at locations across the state. The surplus pheasants were raised as a precaution against disease but are now being used to extend hunting opportunities.
Read MoreSex Charges Against Former Nurse Practitioner Moving to Monroe County Court
Sex charges against 53 year old Timothy Clark, a former nurse practitioner at Lehigh Valley Health Network, are moving to Monroe County Court. Clark is facing charges including rape and involuntary deviate sexual intercourse, related to assaults that are alleged to have taken place in 2021 and 2022. His bail conditions include no contact with […]
Read MoreState Police Warn Again of Tracking Devices
Pennsylvania State Police are stepping up warnings about criminals using AirTags for illegal tracking. Troopers say the new warnings come after one Pennsylvania man was recently charged with stalking after attaching an AirTag to his ex-girlfriend’s car. They now urge everyone to stay alert and check for unwanted tracking devices.
Read MoreWintery Mix Headed Our Way
It looks like Punxetawney Phil was right about more winter weather. A wintry mix is expected to hit Pennsylvania Saturday evening into Sunday morning, with up to 3-6 inches of snow possible in some areas. Sleet and freezing rain will follow, making for slippery roads.
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