At the November 20th 2013 meeting of the New Milford township supervisors, the only visitor in attendance was a single member of the press. The meeting started quite promptly, as usual.

The supervisors decided to do an ordinance to appoint a CPA. They hadn’t had anyone run on the ballot as auditor in the recent election. Although there had been write-ins, there was a process which would have to be followed with these through the courthouse. In the meantime the township would move forward with the process for a CPA. The ordinance would be advertised and then, if nothing changed, the thought was to appoint Joseph Cullera, who was also the CPA for the borough, in January.

The legal agreement regarding an access utility pole on Jennings Road was being amended, to make a slight change. A motion was also made to accept and execute the easement document, contingent upon review by the solicitor.

The solicitors were informed that Bluestone Pipeline Company was going to bid an Anode Ground Bed Installation. The solicitors explained what this was. There was a wire which ran along the pipe and hooked to it, then was run about fifty feet from the pipe where rods were put in the ground. The purpose was for corrosion; instead of deteriorating the pipe the rod would be decayed. It was similar to what was done with an underground propane tank. It would be located off Rt. 492 at the Wolfe property. The plan was supposed to take up 1.5 acres of property, with the cables buried three feet deep.

Notification was also submitted to DEP by Fox Engineering, for a small non-coal mine permit, to be called the Wildcat 2 Blue Frog Hole.

A reorganization meeting was scheduled for Monday, January 6, 2014 at 7 pm, with the regular meeting to follow. The auditors meeting was scheduled for Tuesday, January 7th, at 7 pm.

The meeting was adjourned at 7:44 pm.

The Council seemed very much in the Holiday spirit at this month’s meeting for Susquehanna Borough. The meeting was held on Wednesday, November 20th. While there were other topics on the agenda, much of the conversation was directed towards the holidays.

The SCDA Events Committee submitted a letter to the borough, outlining the events of this year’s Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony. The ceremony is to be held on Friday, the 6th of December at 7 o’clock pm at the tree in the Shop’s Plaza. Afterwards, the festivities will move to the Susquehanna Fire Station, where there will be entertainment as well as refreshments. The following day, Saturday, December 7th, there will be a free breakfast with Santa from 8:30 am until 10:30 am, at St. John’s Parish Center in Susquehanna. The SCDA Events Committee was also granted permission to decorate the light poles on Main Street with festive wreaths and lights.

The Borough is hoping to see more than just lights and decor on Main Street this year, as they are encouraging residents and businesses to participate in a Holiday Display contest by decorating their homes and business with festive displays for the holidays. A first, second, and third place winner will be chosen by secret lookouts for both homes and businesses in town. Hopefully this will encourage everyone to engage in the cheerfulness and spirit of the coming holidays.

There were also talks of a possible run/walk to be held next year, between Thanksgiving and Christmas. The benefits of this would help out a local charity or go to help families in need for the holidays. The hopes are this would create a productive and festive environment for residents, particularly college students who are home for the holidays. Although no details are set in stone yet, the council hopes to set up a committee in the future for the 2014 holiday season.

Of course, there were other topics on the agenda for the November meeting, including a visit from Mr. Bill Malos, from the Pennsylvania American Water Company. Mr. Malos was there to announce the completion of the new water tower itself, though some finishing touches to the area, final tests, and piping projects are being concluded. Also, roads that were damaged in the process of moving materials and large equipment are being resurfaced. The new tower should be in service before Christmas, with an expected date of December 20th. With the new tower, poor water pressure will be improved, particularly during peak hours of the day, when water is being used more heavily. It was also stated by Mr. Malos that residents should not expect any plumbing or other issues with the new water tower, all is expected to run smoothly and without fault as they make the switch to the new tower.

Mike Keyes, President of the Susquehanna Fire Company also submitted a letter to the borough, announcing their continued service into the 2014 year.

Mayor Bill Perry wished to thank the local Police Department in Susquehanna for their aid in helping Boy Scouts attain badges and merits recently. He also suggested a potential increase in officers’ wages.

Joe Varsik stated that they are finishing up with leaves and fall work for the season and are hoping to soon convert the trucks to prepare for the winter season. He mentioned that the leaf collection was successful and next year they are hoping to improve the system for collection. Mr. Varsik added that they are awaiting the materials to remove the graffiti at the park in town. They also will be refacing many of the signs in town.

There was a number of public in attendance, with only a couple there to express concerns or questions. One local man wanted to alert the Borough that the current entrance to the water company is not accessible to handicapped visitors. The Borough was thankful to be made aware and are looking into the situation and possibly solutions.

Another member of the public simply wished for an update on the dog problems the Borough was experiencing a couple of months back. Officer Sweet noted that the issue is currently being discussed and that he is in touch with the correct people to resolve the issues.

With the council recessing into an Executive Session, the public meeting ended in good spirits and hopes for a successful and smooth holiday season. December’s meeting will take place on Wednesday, the 18th.

Hallstead Borough held their monthly meeting slightly early this month, on Tuesday, the 19th of November, instead of their usual third Thursday. At 7 o’clock the meeting was promptly called to order, with all but two council members in attendance.

With no public in attendance, the only comment was made by President Michele Giangrieco, who stated that the Borough was made aware of a missing speed limit sign on the bridge. She stated that a phone call was made to PennDOT and that, hopefully the sign would be back up shortly.

Kyle Newman, who holds a Borough maintenance position, also made the council aware of a drain that is slightly sunken into the ground in a resident’s yard. He stated that they will be fixing the issue in the very near future.

He also mentioned that he and another member of the Borough would soon be decorating the light poles for the Christmas season. They hope to have all of the lights up by the first week of December, but if all goes as planned, even before Thanksgiving. The council seemed pleased with this, as most people are getting into the Holiday spirit already this year.

With no new business and a simple review of last month’s minutes, the meeting ended just as quickly as it began. December’s meeting is scheduled for Thursday, the 19th.

The November 21st Elk Lake School Board was called to attention at approximately 7:43 pm, with an apology from board president Mrs. Teel for the late start. She explained slightly later the reasoning behind this.

A representative of PSBA was in attendance at the meeting, to present two awards. The man, Larry Breach, introduced himself (he would be the new PSERS rep for the district starting January first). He stated that he was there to recognize two gentlemen, the first being Mr. Emmerich who was given a certificate for twenty years of loyal service. He gave a certificate to Mr. Emmerich for twenty years of loyal service. He said that the next award was a unique one, so unique in fact that PSBA had some people look up information. He continued on, stating that Arden Tewksbury had a long distinguished history with Elk Lake. In fact, in the 100 plus years of PSBA they had never had someone with 52 years of service on a board. PSBA would like to salute the long service of Mr. Tewksbury, he continued, who was, at that time, the longest serving school board member in the state. He then read aloud a statement from PSBA. When Mr. Tewksbury started on the board, he pointed out, Kennedy had been president. The letter caused those who heard it to think of the lives he had touched. Mr. Breach then said that he had the pleasure and privilege of adding a personal touch to the presentation. He had worked with Mr. Tewksbury for thirty years, and spoke very highly of his loyalty and dedication. If there was ever anyone he wanted by his side in battle, he asserted, whether it was on the farm or in Harrisburg, it would be Mr. Tewksbury.

Eric Emmerich, Larry Breach and Arden Tewksbury

Mrs. Teel announced that there had been an executive session prior to the meeting to meet with Johnson Controls about the project, as well as to discuss personnel issues. There had also been two executive sessions that week for superintendent interviews. The board had chosen a candidate to follow Dr. Bush, she announced, who would begin in July. This candidate was to be officially appointed in December, but related that evening that the choice for new superintendent was going to be Dr. Kenneth Cuomo. Dr. Cuomo then spoke briefly, noting the pleasure it was for him to work for the district and speaking highly of his soon to be predecessor. He and Dr. Bush had been hired the same night 22 years ago, he related, going on to say that it was going to be impossible to follow a class act like Dr. Bush. Dr. Bush then spoke, returning the positive sentiments. Mr. Tewksbury opined that he thought there would be a good transition.

Due to increased numbers, Dr. Bush asked permission to advertise for an associate position in the partial hospitalization room. There would be someone in the room in the meantime; it was hoped that they would appoint the full-time staff member in December.

Various items were noted during the administrators’ reports. Mrs. Staats related that the special education department was busy with required paperwork. Mr. Mallery spoke of a Dance-a-Thon, which had raised over $4,300 for Coaches Versus Cancer. There had been also been what he called an excellent Veteran’s Day ceremony, in the form of a play. Three students at the secondary school made district band and orchestra. He congratulated the cross country team- the girls had placed in the runner up position. Mrs. Tewksbury had begun a peer tutoring program the previous year, he said, and they had realized that additional students could use assistance. Mr. Gargas in the Math Department had therefore ventured into an Alex program. With a minimal cost the students were able to receive tutoring, which was tailored to the specific student. Thirty students were able to use it as a trial, and Mr. Mallery related that they had seen where it was a benefit. It was hoped that this would be extended to another class in the near future. He wished to commend the Math Department and Mrs. Tewksbury for their work in this regard.

Dr. Cuomo also spoke of the Veteran’s Day assembly at the elementary school, which included a “great display” of musical talent. There were also members of the American Legion post present, and the school’s winners of that organization’s recent student essay contest were given their awards. These students also read their essays aloud.

Mr. Tewkbury quipped that the security system in the district was excellent. He had tried getting in for the Veteran’s Day assembly, and had some difficulty until he went to the correct door and buzzed in by attendance.

The 2014 board meeting dates were discussed and approved. The SCCTC meeting would be scheduled for the first Wednesday of each month, while the Elk Lake meeting would remain the third Thursday. There were exceptions for both of these, due to conflicts.

The legal fees for Sweet, Stevens, Katz, and Williams, LLP was approved for the 2014-2015 school year with no increase.

Dr. Bush reviewed the sale of the SCCTC’s House number three. The low bid for the house had been set by the realtor at between $240,000 and $250,000, he related. There had been two bids received, and the highest came in at $276,000. As the expenses of the house were $180,000, this represented a tidy sum to move forward with the next house project. He acknowledged the Building Trades program members, Mr. Fenton, and Dr. Davis. Not only had they helped themselves financially, he noted, it was also a great opportunity for the kids to be involved in a real life project.

Dr. Bush highlighted some of the policy items on the agenda. These included the fact that tuberculosis tests would be required of district staff but not provided by the Career Center, and the taking of an annual census of children in the district. It was also said that there was to be a security plan in place, with only one way into the school when it was in session.

A visitor spoke up during the open comments period of the meeting, wishing to congratulate Dr. Cuomo, though she said that she did know that there were some elementary staff members who would be very sad that he was leaving.

Another visitor asked if the district was still making up school on January third. It was stated that they would make this decision at the December meeting after seeing about potential snow days.

Mr. Mallery spoke about their participation in the can sculpture contest. Elk Lake had participated that year in the competition, which challenged the kids to create a sculpture out of the food collected for the Feed a Friend program. A representative of Sandy Major’s office was one of the judges, who had come with Trehab representatives to review the sculptures and decide on a winner.

The Elk Lake meeting was adjourned.

At 8:40 they briefly opened the Career and Technology Center meeting. Dr. Bush asked for board approval of the sale of the house and the same policy changes made at the Elk Lake meeting. Both were approved. The meeting was closed roughly a minute later.

The Susquehanna County DOMESTIC RELATIONS Section has outstanding BENCH WARRANT’S for the following individuals as of 10:15 a.m. on November 22, 2013: Edwin Blaisure, William J. Casey, Anthony M. Choplosky, Brian M. Decker, Marc K. Deesch, Jeremy T. DeGraw, Thomas D. Earley, David J. Fischer, John S. Frisbie, Jr, Richard F. Hadlick, Jon W. Hanson, Timothy M. Holmes, Kay L. Knolles, Christopher M. Kuiper, Todd J. Layton, Charlie J. Legere, Derrick J. Lezinsky, Shawn N. Marcho, Jason N. Masteller, Robert J. McCrone,, Matthew S. Miller, Ronald N. Mitchell, Jeffrey A. Ransom, Jose A. Rodriguez, Scott A. Russell, Bruce A. Schurr, David J. Shiner, Eric J. Snell, Nathan C. Strohl, Frederick Swingle III, Justin S. Thompson, Timothy T. Towers, II, Kathleen M. Visavati, Steven G. Warner, Richard D. Williams. Please contact the Domestic Relations Section at 570-278-4600 ext. 170 with any information on the location of these individuals.

Bryan Allen Degraw, 19, of Montrose, PA to 7 months to 23 months in Susquehanna County Correctional Facility, pay $300 fine, pay cost of prosecution, not to have contact with females under the age of 16, not to have contact with the victim in this case, complete a sexual offenders treatment program for Corruption of Minors in Franklin Township on August 31, 2012.

Katrina Elizabeth Donahue, 20, of Great Bend, PA to 15 months probation, pay $200 fine, pay cost of prosecution, pay $50 Criminal Justice Enhancement Act fee, pay restitution to the victims in this case, continue with drug and alcohol program, obtain GED for Theft by Unlawful Taking in Great Bend Township on March 8, 2013.

Mark William Whittemore, 46, of Montrose, PA to 8 months to 2 years in a state correctional facility, pay $300 fine, pay cost of prosecution, pay $50 Criminal Justice Enhancement Act fee, pay restitution to the victim, not to possess transport or consume alcoholic beverages, continue taking prescribed medication for Theft by Unlawful Taking in Silver Lake Township on September 1, 2013.

Angel Marisa Powers, 34, of Montrose, PA to 12 months probation, pay $150 fine, pay cost of prosecution, pay $100 Act 198 fee, receive drug and alcohol treatment for Possession of Drug Paraphernalia in Montrose Borough on October 11, 2012. Ms. Powers also received 12 months probation to run concurrent to the above sentence, pay $150 fine, pay cost of prosecution, perform 25 hours community service, not to possess transport or consume alcoholic beverages for Theft by Unlawful Taking in Montrose Borough on July 21, 2012.

Clifford P Johnson, 49, of Brooklyn, PA to 12 months probation, pay $200 fine, pay cost of prosecution, not to have contact with the victim, not to possess transport or consume alcoholic beverages for Harassment in Montrose Borough on February 20, 2013. Mr. Johnson also received 12 months probation to run consecutive to the above sentence, pay $200 fine, pay cost of prosecution, not to have contact with the victim, not to possess transport or consume alcoholic beverages for Harassment in Montrose Borough on February 20, 2013. Finally, Mr. Johnson received 3 days to 6 months in Susquehanna County Correctional Facility, pay $1,000 fine, pay cost of prosecution, pay $50 CAT Surcharge, pay $10 EMS, pay $300 Act 198 fee, not to possess transport or consume alcoholic beverages, not to enter any establishment whose sole purpose is the sale of alcohol for Driving Under the influence in Hallstead Borough on June 22, 2012.

Tanner James Whipple, 19, of Montrose, PA to 3 months to 18 months in Susquehanna County Correctional Facility, pay $350 fine, pay cost of prosecution, pay $50 Criminal Justice Enhancement Act fee, not to have contact with the victim in this case or her family, not to have contact with female minors for Corruption of Minors in Montrose Borough on November 25, 2012. Mr. Whipple also received 5 months to 23 months in Susquehanna County Correctional Facility to run concurrent to the above sentence, pay $350 fine, pay cost of prosecution, pay $250 DNA testing fee and submit sample, pay $50 Criminal Justice Enhancement Act fee, receive drug and alcohol treatment for Criminal Conspiracy/Manufacture of a Controlled Substance in Montrose Borough on July 19, 2013.

Samba Doucoure, 43, of Greensboro, NC to 10 months to 23 months in Susquehanna County Correctional Facility, pay $500 fine, pay cost of prosecution, pay $50 Criminal Justice Enhancement Act fee, pay restitution to the victim for Involuntary Manslaughter in Lenox Township on July 18, 2012.

Daniel John Treichler, 47, of Montrose, PA to 3 months to 15 months home confinement, pay $200 fine, pay cost of prosecution, pay $50 Criminal Justice Enhancement Act fee, pay $100 Act 198 fee, pay $250 DNA testing fee and submit sample, not to possess firearms, not to have contact with anyone on supervision for Manufacture, Delivery or Possession of a Controlled Substance with Intent to Manufacture or Deliver in Bridgewater Township on May 5, 2013.

Elaine A Burris, 42, of Friendsville, PA to pay a $300 fine, pay cost of prosecution, pay restitution to the victim in this case for Receiving Stolen Property in Brooklyn Township on October 29, 2012.

Michael Groover, 28, of Susquehanna, PA to 5 days to 6 months in Susquehanna County Correctional Facility, pay $300 fine, pay cost of prosecution, pay $100 Act 198 fee, pay $100 CAT Surcharge, pay $10 EMS, not to possess transport or consume alcoholic beverages, not to enter any establishment whose sole purpose is the sale of alcohol, receive drug and alcohol counseling, successfully complete safe driving school program for Driving Under the Influence in Lanesboro on September 30, 2012.

Amber Marie Clapper, 27, of Hallstead, PA to 30 days to 6 months in Susquehanna County Correctional Facility, pay $750 fine, pay cost of prosecution, receive drug and alcohol counseling, successfully complete safe driving school program for Driving Under the Influence in Great Bend Township on February 24, 2013.

Cody Allen Cook, 22, of Vestal, NY to 12 months probation, pay $250 fine, pay cost of prosecution, not to have contact with the victim in this case for Harassment in Great Bend Township on August 15, 2012.

Earl Michael Wingila, 40, of Bernville, PA to 18 months to 3 years in a state correctional facility, followed by 4 years probation, pay $200 fine, pay cost of prosecution, pay $50 Criminal Justice Enhancement Act fee for Criminal Trespass in Clifford Township on July 30, 2013. Mr. Wingila also received 24 months to 48 months in Susquehanna County Correctional Facility, to run concurrent with the above sentence, pay $200 fine, pay cost of prosecution, pay $50 Criminal Justice Enhancement Act fee for Receiving Stolen Property in Clifford Township on July 26, 2013.

Theft: Between the 13th and 14th of November, one or more perpetrator(s) went to a wooded area along a gas pipeline site in Auburn Township, where equipment was set for later use. The perpetrator(s) removed welding cables, governor and magneto off of the engine powering the welder, gauges, hoses, and gas tanks for a torch setup. The perpetrator(s) then fled the scene undetected.

Burglary: PSP is investigating a report of a burglary at Jenny Leigh's Country Cookin' in Harford Township in which money was stolen from inside the restaurant while the business was closed overnight. Anyone with further information is asked to please contact the police.

Crash: On November 14th at 9:50 am Katrina Donahue of Great Bend was traveling west on Sr 706 in Bridgewater Township when, while negotiating a right curve, she lost control of her vehicle. The vehicle began to slide, crossing over the eastbound travel lanes, and went down an embankment, striking a tree with its right side. Both Donahue and a passenger sustained moderate injury. The passenger is listed as utilizing a seat belt.

Burglary: On November 13th one or more perpetrator(s) pushed in a plexi glass window on the front door of a building on Dimock to Nicholson Road. Anyone with information is asked to please contact the police.

Burglary: Between October 2nd and 3rd a storage garage behind the main building belonging to Franklin Township was entered by means of going under the garage doors. Numerous plumbing items that were going to be installed in the building were removed from within. Anyone with information is asked to please contact the police.

Crash: On November 12th at 9:15 pm Sean Rafferty of Philadelphia was traveling south on Osborne Road in New Milford township when he lost control of his vehicle, which exited the roadway, struck two trees, and spun around prior to coming to an uncontrolled rest. Rafferty fled from the scene. Vogels towed the vehicle. No fire or EMS responded.

Commercial Vehicle Crash: On November 12th at 6:17 am Steven Williams of Syracuse was traveling northbound on I81 in Lenox Township when, while negotiating a left hand curve on a bridge, he lost control of his vehicle due to an icing condition. The truck jackknifed then slid into a concrete barrier. Williams was utilizing a seat belt; he sustained an injury of unknown severity. He was transported to CMC in Scranton for treatment.

Commercial Vehicle Crash: On November 12th at 4:22 am Shawn Pettis of Coaldale, PA was traveling southbound in I 81 in Great Bend Township when his truck traveled upon a snow and ice covered roadway. Pettis lost control of the vehicle, which began a skidding maneuver within both southbound travel lanes (often referred to as a jackknife situation). The truck came in contact with approximately 60 feet of guardrails while in the jackknife maneuver. Pettis straightened the truck by pulling it to the right most south bound shoulder to avoid any further traffic hazard. He sustained no injuries during the collision; a seat belt was in use. The truck was towed from the scene by Marv's Towing.

Crash: On November 12th at 6:17 am Amado Ruben of Nayarit, MX was traveling northbound on I 81 in Lenox Township when he attempted a braking maneuver as he came upon another collision scene and lost control of his vehicle. The vehicle traveled upon an ice covered roadway and impacted a series of guardrails. Ruben was not injured; a seat belt was in use. His vehicle was towed form the scene by Duchnik's Towing.

Crash: On November 12th at 7:57 am an unnamed driver was traveling north along Sr 167 in Brooklyn Township when he or she entered a curve and slid off the road due to icy conditions at the time. The Ford F-350 hit a ditch and rolled onto its passenger side. The operator was not injured in the crash.

Crash: On November 12th at 5:51 am Jeremy Helcoski of Clarks Summit was traveling north on I-81 in Lenox Township when he lost control of his vehicle on the icy roadways. The jeep traveled off the roadway to the left and struck a wall with its driver's side, continuing to travel north before sliding off the roadway to the right and striking a concrete wall with its front end passenger side. No injuries were reported at the scene; a seat belt was in use.

Crash: On November 12th at 9:55 am Gary Smith of Tunkhannock was attempting to turn left on Sr 3006 from a private road in Springville Township at the same time as Justin Arnold of Wyalusing was traveling south on Sr 3006. As Arnold approached Smith's location, Smith was attempting to turn into the northbound lane of Sr 3006 and was still in the southbound lane. Arnold attempted to stop, but was unable to do so and crashed into the driver's side of Smith's vehcile. After impact both units drove to a rest off the roadway. No injuries were reported at the scene; Smith was utilizing a seat belt.

Crash: The police are investigating a one vehicle roll over crash that occurred on Sr 706 approximately .5 miles east of T537 in Jessup Township on November 12th at 8:20 am. Marcella Yasharian of Wyalusing was traveling east on Sr 706, attempting to navigate an uphill slope in the roadway. Due to the ice covered roadway, the vehicle lost control, travelign off the right side of the roadway and subsequently rolling onto its drivers side along the roadside. Yasharian was transported to the Endless Mountains Health Systems by Montrose EMS for injuries of unknown severity; a seat belt was in use. Police were assisted at the scene by Montrose Fire and EMS.

Commercial Vehicle Crash: On November 5th at 11:58 am Robert Barth of Falls was traveling southbound on Sr 3023 when, while rounding a curve, his vehicle drifted to the right and exited the roadway. The vehicle then entered a drainage ditch and struck a utility pole. Barth received only minor injury; a seat belt was in use. The vehicle required towing.

Commonwealth Vehicle Crash: On November 6th at 2:45 pm Samuel Long of Union Dale was traveling north on Mauseleum Road in Union Dale borough when his Ford F550 traveled off the left side of the roadway. The truck impacted a tree and continued in a north direction, going into a ditch. It then became airborne and struck another tree on the left, then continuing to travel in a north direction. The truck then came to a rest facing a north direction off the left side of the roadway. The operator was taken to Wayne Memorial Hospital by his supervisor. The crash was reported the following day by the supervisor. He was not injured; a seat belt was in use.

Commercial Vehicle Crash: On November 11th at 8:05 am an unnamed driver was operating a 2012 Kenworth S800 in Springville Township when the trailer portion struck a utility pole, causing it to break.

Theft by Deception: On November 10th a Great Bend woman was deceived out of $210.00 by means of a bogus internet scam.

DUI: On November 9th at 10:45 pm a Nicholson man was arrested for suspected Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol. The subject was found asleep in a 2004 red Dodge truck, while the vehicle was running and in drive. A breath test yielded a blood alcohol content of .170. Charges were pending as of the time of report.

Burglary: On November 9th a residence in New Milford was entered and burglarized. Items from within include: jewelry, electronic equipment, clothing, and other miscellaneous household items. The estimated value of the stolen property was $2,243. Anyone with information is asked to please contact the police.

Hit and Run: On November 8th at 3:45 pm a 1999 Honda Civic was traveling west on Sr 2023 in Clifford Township when, while in a left hand curve, the vehicle failed to negotiate the curve and exited off the north side of the roadway. The vehicle came into contact with a tree and came to rest facing a northwest direction against an embankment. The driver fled the scene. Police were assisted at the scene by Forest City Police Department and Susquehanna County Constable Kevin Munley. Anyone with information is asked to contact the police.

Burglary: Between November 4th and 6th unknown perpetrator(s) arrived at a residence in Bridgewater Township and burglarized the same. Entrance was gained by means of a smashed entrance door window. Beer was stolen from the residence, Coors Light and Michelob Ultra. The estimated value of the beer was $27.

Theft by Deception: Between January 1st and November 4th a fraud was perpetrated upon a man, convincing him that he had won an international lottery. The man sent the individual, who used the name John Burkey, approximately $50,000. All calls that the victim received had been made from Jamaica.

Crash: On November 6th at 12:42 am an unnamed driver was traveling north along Sr 11 in Great Bend Township when the Nissan Altima drifted off the road to the righ and struck a mailbox. The operator was able to correct the vehicle with steering and immediately returned to the scene to provide information. There were no injuries reported in the crash.

Burglary: Between November 1st and November 5th the residence of an elderly New Milford woman was burglarized; $4,000 cash was stolen from a lockbox. Nothing else was reported stolen. Entrance to the residence was gained by means of a sliding glass door. Anyone with information is asked to please contact the police.

Burglary/Theft of an Automobile: Between the 29th and 30th of October entrance was gained into the home of a Newton Square man, located in Herrick Township, by means of a window. The burglar(s) then entered the victim's garage and stole the following vehicles: 1.)a 2004 Jeep Wrangler, silver in color with a hard top and bearing PA registration HLJ-3421, and 2.)a 2000 Yamaha Grizzly 600 ATV, red in color with black accessories. Anyone with information is asked to please contact the police.

Theft from a Motor Vehicle: Between October 24th and 31st an oxygen tank and regulator were stolen from the parked vehicle of a Thompson man, while it was parked in Thompson township. Anyone with information is asked to please contact the police.

Crash: On November 4th at 6:53 pm Joshua Bryant of Friendsville was traveling southbound on Sr 167 when, suffering from fatigue, he failed to negotiate a left hand curve in the roadway. The vehicle exited the right side of the road and struck a wood split rail fence and then a utility pole. A seat belt was in use; he was not injured.

Crash: On October 31st at 6:22 am Christopher Eisele of Towanda was traveling in the wrong lane of Sr 706 after leaving Pump and Pantry and hit a vehicle driven by Christopher Edgell of Fowler, MI as the latter tried to avoid the collision. Eisele later stated at the scene that he was traveling in the wrong lane. Both vehicles, both Dodge Ram 2500s, suffered disabling damage and had to be towed form the scene. Neither of the operators was injured; both were utilizing seat belts.

DUI: Troopers conducted a traffic stop at Pine and Franklin Streets in Hallstead Borough on November 3rd at 4:25 am. Ryan Alexander of Hallstead was determined to be under the influence of alcohol and was placed under arrest. Charges were filed at DC 34-3-02.

Theft: On November 1st a jewelry box with costume jewelry in it was stolen from a Hallstead residence. Anyone with information is asked to please contact the police.

Harassment: On November 1st at 3:45 pm Thomas Castner of Binghamton is accused of going to the Choconut Valley elementary school and running his finger across his throat while looking at a female victim. Charges were filed at district court 34-3-01.

Burglary: Between the 24th and 30th of October entrance was gained to a seasonal cabin in New Milford township by means of forcing open a previously damaged entry door. All of the rooms in the cabin were gone through, and dressers rummaged through. Items removed from the home included: a dehumidifier from a bedroom, a television from the living area, and an emerson microwave from the kitchen area. A window sash in a porch area was also damaged.

Theft: A Binghamton man had called the police and reported that he had accidentally left his cell phone on the counter of the HO gulf station at the intersection of Sr 492 and Interstate 81, and as he was getting gasoline someone stole it. A review of the store surveillance cameras showed that the victim had left the store with the phone in his hand. No other persons other than the victim and his girlfriend had been at the counter the entire time. The phone was lost or misplaced after the victim left the store.

Burglary: The home of a Meshoppen couple, located in Auburn Township, was entered between the 19th and 20th of October, by means of an unlocked door. Electronics equipment, a coin set, and documents were removed from within.

Theft: Between October 29th and 30th the Gaylord Well Pad of Maple Road, located in Jackson Township, was accessed, and two trailers broken into. The burglar(s) stole tools, piping, and fittings related to the natural gas industry. Few items were in black cases; most were just loose valves, nipples, etc. Anyone with information is asked to please contact the police.

Theft: Brent Vanteger of Nicholson reported missing scrap copper wire between October 23rd and 24th. The investigation was continuing as of the time of report.

Theft: A Nicholson man reported that Jason Lear and Tracie Valentin lived in a trailer on his property in Lathrop Township. When they left he found numerous items missing, including several handguns, shotguns, and a rifle. The investigation was continuing as of the time of report.

Burglary: The police are investigating a burglary in which one or more perpetrator(s) entered a scene in Lenox Township, attempted to gain entry through a bedroom window, broke the window in the door, took the hunting knives, and fled the scene. Anyone with information is asked to please contact the police.

DUI: Brent Crane of Union Dale was traveling on Sr 1021 in New Milford Township when, while negotiating a left hand curve, his Dodge Ram traveled off the right side of the roadway. The vehicle impacted with a tree and spun in a clockwise rotation back onto the travel lanes. It then came to a rest facing a westerly direction, primarily in the southbound lane. The driver was arrested at the scene for suspicion of DUI. Charges were filed in District Court 34-3-02. A passenger sustained minor injury; only the passenger was listed as utilizing a seat belt. Assistance at the scene was provided by Columbia Hose Company.

Theft: A Susquehanna woman reported that a blonde female in her mid to late forties took her set of keys off the serving counter of Bluestone Pizza in Great Bend Township as she was waiting for her order to be prepared. The suspect then left the scene in an older full size gray conversion van.

Lost and Found- Firearm: A hunting rifle was found lying on the roadway on Sr 2002 in Lathrop Township on October 27th at 3 pm. Anyone with information on ownership of the rifle is asked to please contact the police.

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