The Great Bend Borough Council called the meeting to order promptly on June 6th at 7:00 pm. Following establishment of quorum the council members moved swiftly into the agenda approving the prior meeting minutes. There were a couple of requests regarding the Treasurer's Report for clarification on specific line items that were easily answered. After the clarifications were made, the Treasurer's Report was also approved.

The report from Roads and Parks was discussed with several items being ongoing due to outside contacts. Of special note were the playground equipment receiving its own line item in the budget and $1,000 from the Parks budget line transferred into that special line for specific use of replacement of play equipment. It was also noted, with regards to the parks, that Rosenkrans generously donated the signage for all three parks. Paving and road projects continue with bids being submitted up until the deadline of June 17, and the crack sealing on a number of streets has been confirmed for a cost of $6,300 – which is the same price as last year. It was also noted that the unenforceable no parking signs were taken down at the Kime Apartments.

Officer Record was on hand to present the police report. For the first time, the number of traffic citations (12) exceeded the number of traffic warnings (11) issued. Officer Record was pleased to note that Frontier Communications installed equipment in the station for a repeater, and it is just awaiting the final adjustments to be active. This will benefit the entire area as it will eliminate the 'dead spots' for communications with the County dispatch and fire, EMS, and police.

The storm water permit the council wanted to apply for was discussed. Due to current drainage installed, the Borough is not eligible for the MS4 Waiver, and has instead applied for the PAG-13 General Permit.

The Susquehanna County Literacy Program had sent a letter to the Council seeking a donation. As several organizations have sent letters recently, the Council discussed creating a policy for donations before approving any further donation funds. The HGBJSA was briefly discussed and noted that things are continuing to progress. The Council noted that the gas lease is still an ongoing topic, as are new blinds in the building and repainting the building. At a prior meeting the need for a new cigarette butt receptacle was discussed. The price of several commercial options was reviewed, and the Council determined it would be fiscally irresponsible to spend $200 or more for a special disposal item for cigarette butts and that they would just put out a bucket with sand.

Several items of new business were addressed including the purchase of a backhoe for $6,000, the approval of a push mover with a bag being purchased to help with lawn maintenance, and a request to review the signs at the parks regarding dumping of items like dead shrubs, small bits of brush and leaves.

With all business being concluded, the Council adjourned the meeting at 7:54pm.

Great Bend Township Supervisors, Joe Gaughan, Ronald Cranage Jr., and Sheila Guinan, are beating the bushes for residents to fill two key positions. At their monthly meeting on June 3rd supervisors stressed the importance of filling both the township’s Emergency Management Coordinator position, as well as the long-vacant second seat on the Great Bend Sewer Authority board.

To drive home the point of how dire the situation has become, Supervisors read a letter from Attorney Ray Davis, solicitor for the Sewer Authority. Attorney Davis’ letter noted that the board was unable to achieve a quorum due to vacancies, hence his entreaty to the township’s supervisors to fill the vacant position. (Walt Dahlander, appointed in spring 2012, holds the other Great Bend Township seat on the sewer board.) Supervisors noted that the Sewer Authority meets at the same time as their own meeting, thereby precluding any of them from concurrently sitting on that board.

In other township business, road concerns, usually of dominant interest, receded like the Susquehanna in summer. Chairman Gaughan noted that routine road work was ongoing - grading, ditch-clearing, and the usual chores of maintenance. Supervisor Guinan reported there was nothing new to report concerning Green Valley Road (The issue still being researched from May’s meeting is the township‘s legal responsibility for the road and the feasibility/legality of discontinuing maintenance.).

Township sups also agreed to get a quote for paving the Mountain Vista Lane cul-de-sac, then moving ahead with the project upon receipt of reasonable bid. And Supervisor Guinan noted, not without a hint of glee, that township residents who may have formerly been desirous of the township transferring the road (and their properties) from the township to the adjacent borough considered had been disabused of the same notion when comparison of millage rates provided an eye-popping result. Formerly disaffected township residents visualized the grass really was greener on their own side of the fence, or at least that they’d spend less “green” as township residents.

The subject of Fireworks Permits elicited some small discussion. Township resident Mark Wolfe was issued a permit by supervisors for two different dates and the township collected $500 security bond for the permit. Supervisor Guinan explained that the $500 security bond is collected at the time supervisors issue the permit. Without the permit township residents cannot legally purchase fireworks at Pennsylvania businesses. The $500 bond is returned to permit-holder after the date of the fireworks display, assuming the event goes off without incident.

More mundane permits were also reported for issuance: assessment permits to Walter Wendowski and Doug Evans; and a Peddler Permit to Keystone Novelties Distributors LLC for the period of June 27 through July 6, 2013.

Supervisors received two pieces of correspondence. First on the agenda was a form letter requesting an annual contribution to Great Bend Hose Company. Supervisors declined to make a contribution in response, not for any mean reason, but because township government already makes an annual contribution by way of one mill in annual tax levies. As such, the consensus of all three supervisors was that to make an additional contribution would constitute double-taxation on township residents. Supervisors also noted that this was the first year they had received such a letter from the hose company and it was likely an oversight that the letter had been mailed to the township.

The second piece of correspondence was a letter from Leatherstocking Gas Company inviting supervisors to the company’s groundbreaking ceremony at Montrose Area High School on June 18. While Supervisor Guinan promised to research the scheduled time for the ceremony, she agreed to attend if it is held during day-time hours. Supervisor Gaughan agreed to attend if the ceremony is an evening event; Supervisor Cranage is indisposed.

Finally, under new business supervisors discussed a letter from a township resident complaining about a neighbor who was amassing garbage on his residential property. The complainant further noted that the untidy neighbor had never contracted for garbage pick-up in the last seven years, and curiously all their vehicles are registered in New York State despite their full-time residency in Great Bend Township. Chairman Gaughan is investigating the matter, and will send the offenders a letter if the allegations are substantiated.

At 7:17 p.m. Supervisors adjourned the meeting. July’s meeting is scheduled for the usual time and place on Monday, the 1st. Any volunteer for the township’s aforementioned vacancies may wish to contact supervisors before next meeting to expedite appointment.

At the June 6th New Milford Borough meeting, council members and the public discussed such matters as the need for life guards and rezoning of flood plains.

Ken Bondurant attended the meeting to speak as the Emergency Management Coordinator for the Township. Jim Carpenetti was the Emergency Management Coordinator for the borough. Both were a “one-man show” and Mr. Bondurant said that they would like to get additional help, but it was difficult to find. He was suggesting, then, a memorandum of understanding so that Mr. Bondurant could be Mr. Carpenetti’s deputy and vice versa. Mr. Ainey asked if a person had to be a resident to do so, and suggested that they make a motion right there rather than involving lawyers. He then made the motion that Mr. Bondurant be appointed the Deputy EMA Coordinator pending eligibility, with the idea that the process would be mirrored at the next township meeting with Mr. Carpenetti. The council thanked Mr. Bondurant.

Various matters were discussed during the communications section. A letter had been received that the Housing Authority wanted to put extra homes on their property. An e-mail had been received from Mr. Price thanking the borough for use of the park. Mr. Ainey made a motion approving the school’s use of the field as it had been used in the past. A letter had also been received from the producer of WNEP, stating that Go Joe 16 would like to stop in the borough on July 26th at noon time. Ms. Gulick asked what council thought about this. Mr. Carey responded that he felt it was awesome and various people agreed. Mr. Ainey suggested sending it on to the Parks and Recreation Committee.

Mr. Carey gave the COG report. He had received a copy of the rental contract that they would like council to approve. He had told them that he would review it with council and bring it back to them at a meeting. They were requesting minor improvements- to include a new front door, carpeting replacement, painting of the office area, and replacement of a few ceiling tiles. They also asked for the borough to be 100% in charge of the property. Mr. Carey said that he had thought it already was. Mr. Ainey asked about liability, and it was suggested that this ought to be looked into further. COG had agreed to a five year lease, and a rental increase. Mr. Ainey suggested getting an estimate on the repair work prior to agreeing to the lease. Mr. Carey pointed out that even if COG later left the building, having the work done would make it easier to rent. It would also show a good partnership should COG choose to renew it. It was agreed that estimates be acquired prior to the next meeting.

Mr. Ainey gave a report on sewage, in regards to a recent incident. He had gotten ahold of DEP, which stated that the SEO should have and did investigate and determine where the problem was coming from. If it was a violation of the borough ordinance or the Municipal Authority rules then enforcement would be that entity’s responsibility. It may or may not be the SEO’s responsibility to enforce then. A representative of the MA pointed out that COG was responsible for inspecting the sewers when they were put in, so if it was an installation problem then council might turn in that direction. The purpose of the discussion was to try and ascertain how the process should work in the future.

Mr. White and Ms. James had gone around with a representative of Vestal Asphalt and completed a survey of the streets. They had gone through and determined which streets needed to be slurried. These included Lackawanna, Delaware, Park Place, Broad, and Washington. The total estimate for the five streets came in at $14,500. That was without filling the cracks first. With this additional work it would be closer to $19,000, which pushed them over the limit where they needed to get estimates and would force the borough to go out for bid. Mr. White argued that the cracks would still be there if the streets were not sealed first. This was likened to painting over rust. When Church Street had been treated a few years ago it had been just slurried, without the treatment. Only ten thousand dollars had been budgeted for the project. Barb asked if they had the money. Mr. Ainey stated that another Impact fee was expected in the near future. Council decided to advertise for bid.

A catch basin had collapsed on Main Street. It was a state road but the state had informed Mr. White that it was the borough’s responsibility. It was confirmed that the catch basins did fall under the borough’s control. Someone suggested that the borough contact the gas company, as there was concern that perhaps the weight of one of the company’s trucks had caused the catch basin to collapse.

Mr. Carey said that he needed to give a lot of thanks out regarding the Midtown Festival. He spoke of the event very positively, an opinion which Ms. Gulick seconded. Mr. White wished to take a moment to thank Mr. Carey for all of his hard work on the Midtown Festival.

Sean Carey, the new pool manager spoke up, originally thanking the council for appointing him to the position. He presented an updated Pool Membership form. He said that the pool had become a babysitting service for parents. There was no liability for the parents. He said that the point of the membership form was to establish responsibility for the parents, and to take the liability off of the borough.

He asked what age should be set as feasible for an unaccompanied minor, proposing age 8 or 10. The general feeling seemed to be age ten, of the two.

He mentioned another issue- they were struggling with finding life guards. He said that he did not have a target open date for the pool as he did not have enough lifeguards.

Ms. Cosmello had spoken with someone regarding sidewalks. She had also met with Mr. Baker, who wished to speak with council regarding funding.

Ms. Gulick had asked that the National Flood Insurance Program be on the agenda because there were some residents who were misinformed. FEMA had drafted up an amended National Flood Insurance Program. The borough and the county had not changed the flood zones, she asserted. This was a federal action. The council had adopted an ordinance regarding it, but had limited ability to make decisions. As part of this, the borough had gone from having one flood map to having several, drafted on a federal level. Mr. Bondurant spoke up, reinforcing that the flood plain decisions had been made at a government level. The choices the council had did not involve the maps, only the ordinance.

As part of the changes, there were people in flood plains who had not been in one previously, and there were people who had been paid by FEMA after the flood who were now not in flood plains. A visitor asked why the public was not informed by letter that a new map was going to be drawn up. It was responded that council had not known how the zones were supposed to change. Ms. Gulick said that she was as surprised as anyone that they had gone from one map to six. Additionally, council had been discussing the ordinance at public meetings for a while. She reiterated again that the borough council had not changed the zones. She knew that people were upset.

There were some visitors in attendance who spoke to this matter. Mr. Button said that there was a chance some people could qualify under a grandfather clause for a reduced rate after contacting the insurance- but might not know it. He and the others wanted the public to be informed about this. It was suggested that perhaps something could be sent out via the alert now system. This clause would not be for anyone who had already been in a flood plain, only for those moved into one.

A visitor also related that the bank had told him the value of their house was reduced due to being in a flood plain. He asked if that meant they should go to Montrose to ask for a reduction in real estate taxes.

The new flood plain location information was available on the FEMA website. A resident could put their address in on pafloodmaps.com and be told if their home was in a flood plain or not. Mr. Ainey said that one of the choices they had was to take the stringent or the not so stringent option. They had opted for the not so stringent one.

June 18th was the ground breaking at the Montrose High School for Leatherstocking’s project. The company was planning to be in New Milford in 2014. They were also to have a vendor expo at Montrose on the 27th of July. They would have the same in New Milford the following year, but Mr. Ainey suggested that it could behoove people to attend the one in Montrose.

The July meeting would be normally scheduled on the 4th of July. Due to the holiday, however, it was planned to reschedule it for the 11th.

August 6th was the National Night Out. The sheriff had called to see if the New Milford park would be available that evening, and as it was they desired to have the event there. Council approved a motion to recommend the Parks Committee agree to this request.

Mr. Carey put out a plea for new members of the Parks Association.

The Men’s Club and the New Milford Rotary were holding a joint summer fest on the 14th of July, Mr. Bondurant announced. Vendors and yard sales were welcome, and there was to be a car cruise-in.

Alarm/Security: On 05/22/13 Silver Lake Township Police responded to an alarm on South Shore Lane in Silver Lake Township. Officer Tiffany was the responding officer.

Animal Complaint: On 05/20/13 Silver Lake Township Police responded to an animal complaint located on the Laurel Lake Road. A doe was having difficulty delivering a new born fawn. Pa. Game Commission was notified. Both mother and fawn expired due to natural causes. Chief Timothy Burgh was the responding officer.

Domestic Dispute: On 05/15/13 Montrose Police Department requested assistance from Silver Lake Township Police for a physical domestic located on State Route 267 in Forest Lake Township. Officer Tiffany was the responding officer. This case is still under investigation.

Criminal Mischief: On 05/18/13 a resident reported that their vehicle tire had intentionally been damaged by someone. The resident stated that someone cut their metal valve stem on their vehicle causing damage. Officer Tiffany was the responding officer. This case is still under investigation.

D.U.I. : On 05/11/13 at 12:43 a.m. Silver Lake Township Police were on routine patrol on State Route 4002. While on patrol a vehicle was parked in the middle of the roadway near the intersection of Murphy’s 4 Corners. It was determined that a possible domestic had taken place inside the vehicle and the driver was placed under arrest for suspicion of D.U.I. There were no signs of physical injury to either party and the driver admitted to being under the influence of alcohol. Chief Burgh and Officer Tiffany were the responding officers. This case is still under investigation.

Suspicious Vehicle: On 05/15/13 two people were reported to be in the area of the Brackney Hill Road and claiming to be police officers. Our department was contacted by a resident whose house they stopped at. N.Y. Agencies were contacted to see if any agency had units in the area for any reason. It was determined that no police agencies were working in the area at the time. The vehicle is described as a forest green possible Chevy Tahoe with 2 white males in it. The driver who approached the resident was wearing a police tactical vest and no identification. The vehicle was also unmarked and had no visible signs of official use. Anyone with information is asked to contact our department. Chief Timothy Burgh was the responding officer. This case is still under investigation.

ATV Complaint: On 05/12/13 a resident reported that several ATV’s and a motorcycle were racing up and down Lake Sophia and Kennedy Road. The resident stated that this happens all hours day and night. Patrols were increased in the area and hours of operation for the department were adjusted. Chief Timothy Burgh and Officer Levi Tiffany were the responding officers. This case is still under investigation.

Criminal Trespass: On 05/16/13 a resident located on Heavey Road reported a case of criminal trespass. It was determined that the incident was unfounded the next day. Officer Levi Tiffany was the responding officer.

Harassment by Communication: On 05/17/13 a resident located on Heavey Road reported that he was being harassed by his wife. Upon speaking to the man, it was determined that no criminal activity had taken place. The incident was unfounded. Chief Timothy Burgh was the responding officer.

Motor Vehicle Accident: On 05/20/13 a report of a one vehicle rollover accident was reported on the Laurel Lake Road. Accident scene investigation showed that the driver was making a left hand turn onto State Route 4002 from John C. McNamara Drive. The vehicle suddenly accelerated and crossed over into the East bound lane and struck several trees. The driver was seen by Silver Lake Ambulance E.M.S. And refused medical treatment. The vehicle was severely damaged. Chief Timothy Burgh was the responding officer. This case is still under investigation.

Littering: On 05/20/13 a resident located on Woodland Road reported dumping of garbage at the end of their road. The resident stated that someone is dumping lawn mower parts and other stuff in the woods near her property. Chief Timothy Burgh was the responding officer. This case is still under investigation.

Burglary: On 05/21/13 a resident located on the Quaker Lake Road reported an attempted burglary at their place. The burglary occurred between 05/18/13 and 05/20/13 at the residence. Someone tried to pry open a door and tried to enter the residence. Chief Timothy Burgh and Officer Levi Tiffany were the responding officers. This case is still under investigation.

Miscellaneous Investigation: On 05/25/13 a resident located on State Route 4008 reported that water trucks were going up and down his roadway without permits. The roadway in question was Snow Hollow Road in Silver Lake Township. The resident was informed that Silver Lake Township Supervisors do not require permits to use their roadways in the township. This incident was ruled unfounded. Chief Timothy Burgh was the responding officer.

Erratic Driver: On 05/31/13 a resident located on Laurel Lake reported speeding on the roadway at various times. The resident was concerned about the public’s safety when trying to cross the road or entering their driveways. The resident was informed that increased traffic control would be modified in that area. Chief Timothy Burgh was the responding officer.

Medical Calls: Silver Lake Township Police responded to two medical calls this month.

Silver Lake Township Police will be conducting multiple traffic stops with strict enforcement throughout the month of June. Drivers should be aware that speed limits will be more strictly enforced with maximum fines being imposed. As you drive through our township please note the speed limit changes in various areas. Quaker Lake has a 25mph zone for approximately 1 mile while driving around the Lake. Most township Roads are 25mph speed limits and all State Roads in the township are posted 35mph with the exception of State Route 4002 on Quaker Lake.

Silver Lake Township Police remind all ATV riders of the following laws. Your ATV can not be driven upon any roadways in the township. You are allowed to cross a roadway but not ride on the roadway (This includes dirt roads) you will be cited if caught driving on the roadway. Helmets must be worn at all times; ATV must be registered and insured. You are not allowed to go onto other people’s property without their permission and proof of insurance and registration. ATV riders that consume alcohol and are caught on the roadway will be arrested for D.U.I. The department wants you to have a safe and happy riding experience. If you are caught breaking these laws you will be prosecuted to the full extent of the law. Fines could reach up to $2000.00 for one incident.

Any information or questions for Silver Lake Township Police, please call 570-278-6818 or email us at silverlaketwppd@epix.net, all information will be held strictly confidential. You can look at the Silver Lake Township Website at www.silverlaketwp.org, to see all Silver Lake Townships' news, profiles, and resources, including the police reports. Monthly Township meetings are held the first Monday of every month at 7p.m. at the Silver Lake Township Municipal Building. The police department welcomes you to attend to address any questions, concerns, or complaints that you may have concerning the police department.

Crash: On June 6th at 3:18 pm Jose Torres of Dallas, Tx was traveling south on Tripp Road in Liberty Township when, while negotiating a right hand curve, he lost control of his Ford F350 on the wet dirt road and slid into John Ballard of Conklin (who was traveling north). After impact both units came to a rest. Torres was utilizing a seat belt; he had to be extricated by rescue and was taken to Wilson Hospital for medical treatment of injuries of unknown severity. Ballard was utilizing a seat belt; he was not injured.

Theft: On June 1st between 2 and 4 pm an Ipad was taken from the front porch of a Hallstead location.

Crash: On June 5th at 10:33 am Meghin Murphy of Union Dale was traveling south on Sr 171 In Herrick Township when, for unknown reasons, she lost control of her vehicle and struck a utility pole. Murphy was utilizing a seat belt; she sustained moderate injury.

Criminal Mischief: On June 3rd at 2:20 am, a Hop Bottom man reported, his vehicle was egged.

Crash: On June 4th at 3:53 pm Dale Hitchcock of Laceyville was traveling north on sr 267 in Auburn Township. Derrick Smith of Meshoppen was attempting to make a legal left turn onto T-352, and Hitchcock came from behind and attempted to pass him. Hitchcock’s vehicle struck Smith’s vehicle at 9 o’clock and severed the farm tractor in half. The tractor came to a rest in the middle of Sr 267 and Hitchcock’s vehicle came to a rest in the south travel lane. Both drivers suffered minor injury; seat belt use was listed as unknown or none used/not applicable.

Access Device Fraud: On June 1st someone fraudulently accessed the credit card of a New Milford man, making numerous purchases totaling $282.02. The incident is under investigation.

Driving Under the Influence: On May 25th at 1:48 am Tod Matias of Ninevah, Ny was the operator of a vehicle which was stopped on Sr 11 in Great Bend Borough for a traffic violation. Matias exhibited signs of intoxication and was subsequently arrested for Driving Under the Influence. Criminal charges were filed in District Court 34-3-02.

Disorderly Conduct: Criminal Mischief: Shane Perry of Great Bend was issued citations for Disorderly Conduct and Criminal Mischief following an incident at the Country Lounge Bar in that town. The incident occurred on June 2nd at 1:30 pm. Perry allegedly was arguing in the bar and being disruptive and destructive. The bartender told Perry to leave. Perry returned again and became engaged in a scuffle with other patrons. He then allegedly smashed the front windshield of his ex-girlfriend’s car while parked in the rear parking lot. The investigation continues for anyone that witnessed the incident that has not yet spoken with PSP. Anyone who has information about this incident is asked to please contact Tpr. Bauman at (570) 465-3154.

Harassment: PSP Gibson is investigating an incident in which an altercation occurred between two residents at Meadowview Senior Living Center on June 2nd.

Theft (update): It had been reported that a hunting blind located on property in the woods off Potter Hill Rd. had been entered, and a Bennelli shotgun removed. The firearm was located- it had been misplaced.

Theft: Between May 30th and 31st scrap metal alongside the barn of a Hop Bottom man was stolen. Anyone with information is asked to please contact the police.

Crash: A crash occurred on May 29th at 10:01 pm in which Daniel Beddoe of Montrose was traveling north on Sr 29 when, while negotiating a left curve in the roadway his vehicle crossed the center lines and the opposing lane of traffic. The vehicle impacted a ditch, continuing in a northerly direction and impacting an embankment. The operator fled the scene prior to the trooper’s arrival. He contacted the trooper several hours later. He will be cited for violations related to the crash in District Court 34-3-03. Seat belt use was listed as non used/ not applicable; he was not injured. Police were assisted at the scene by Harford Township and Clifford Township volunteer fire companies.

Crash: On May 29th at 3:20 pm Loren Williams of Nicholson was traveling east on Halsey Road in Clifford Township. He saw smoke coming from his vents and smelled something burning. He stopped to investigate and the fire came from under the dash. The vehicle became fully inflamed. Williams was utilizing a seat belt; no injuries were reported to the trooper.

DUI: On May 21st at 6:50 pm Robert Branning of Brackney, Pa was traveling northbound on Sr 267 in Choconut Township when he failed to properly negotiate a left hand curve in the roadway. The vehicle went onto the right shoulder of the roadway and Branning over corrected. The vehicle then veered back onto the roadway and spun approximately 80 degrees in a clockwise direction, going off the right berm and striking a ditch. The vehicle rolled over several times, coming to rest on its wheels facing an easterly direction. The driver, Robert Branning displayed signs of intoxication and failed field sobriety testing. Branning was transported to Endless Mountain Health Care in Montrose, Pa where he submitted to a test of blood to determine his Blood Alcohol Content.

Burglary: Joshua Wanamaker of South Gibson was arrested for burglarizing the residence of a South Gibson woman. He is accused of stealing an engagement ring and prescription medication. He was arraigned before D/M 34-3-02 and remanded to the Susquehanna County Jail in lieu of $25,000 bail.

Crash: On May 28th at 5:30 am Tyler Witty of Springfield, Il was south bound on Sr 29 in Liberty Township. He swerved to avoid a deer and lost control of his vehicle, which then struck a guide rail. He was not injured; he was utilizing a seat belt. The vehicle was towed from the scene by JD’s Towing.

Collision-Traffic: On May 28th at 4:41 am a 2003 silver Dodge Intrepid with Pa registration # HCG3609 was traveling westbound on Sr 2015 in Brooklyn Township when its driver failed to negotiate a left curve in the roadway. The vehicle left the roadway to the left of the travel lanes, as one travels west. Upon leaving the roadway the vehicle impacted an embankment and overturned. It then rotated, coming to a final rest upon its roof, facing east, partly on the roadway. The driver fled the scene prior to police response. The investigation was ongoing as of the time of report.

Theft by Unlawful Taking: Between May 10th and 24th an ornamental lawn jockey was taken from the yard of a Scranton woman in Harford Township.

Crash: On May 26th at 6:55 pm Cassandra Mercincavage of Thompson was traveling north on Sr 0171 when she lost control of her vehicle upon swerving to avoid hitting a dog in the roadway. The vehicle travelled off the roadway, causing it to roll. Mercincavage was utilizing a seat belt; she sustained minor injury.

Crash: On May 25th at 1 pm Michael Bednash of Mayfield, Oh was traveling south on Sr 167 in Bridgewater Township when his vehicle failed to negotiate a left curve in the roadway. The vehicle traveled off the roadway and struck a barbed wire fence post, rolling onto its roof.

Crash: On May 25th at 2:55 am Adam Jones of Kingsley was traveling east bound on Sr 106 when, after negotiating a right hand curve the vehicle exited the roadway off the south berm and struck a wooden fence. He was not injured and related that he struck a deer. The vehicle was towed from the scene by Kozlowski Towing to their facility in West Clifford.

Anyone having information on any of these incidents is asked to please contact PSP Gibson at (570) 465-3154.

The Susquehanna County DOMESTIC RELATIONS Section has outstanding BENCH WARRANT’S for the following individuals as of 10:30 a.m. on June 7, 2013: Elbert G. Allen, Beau Baker, Shawn J. Bedford, Jason J. Carroll, Thomas D. Earley, David J. Fischer, James Karhnak, Kay L. Knolles, Whade A. Koch, Jean M. Larson, Todd J. Layton, Charlie J. Legere, Joseph C Mikloiche, Heather L. Nystrand, Frank T. Perera II, Bruce A. Schurr, Neil D. Shaffer, David J. Shiner, Eric J. Snell, Justin S. Thompson, Earl H. Thompson, Jr, Steven G. Warner, Roger D Williams, Please contact the Domestic Relations Section at 570-278-4600 ext. 170 with any information on the location of these individuals.