There was no public discussion by Borough Council members of the Civil Rights Suit. Council President Jack Downton announced, “New Business . . . received a notice of a lawsuit from Darl Haynes suing the borough . . . Kellogg Road . . . and by the by Attorney Waldron to have this turned into the insurance company.” Councilman Lou Gurske immediately piped up, “I make a motion to turn this lawsuit of Darl Haynes into the insurance company.” The motion was seconded and Council voted unanimous approval. Nothing further was said--by council or by audience--on the matter. So it was that President Downton and Borough Council devoted a full 29 seconds in a 29-minute meeting to a NEW lawsuit that now hangs over the borough like the Sword of Damocles.

Present for the Monday, October 5 monthly meeting were President Jack Downton, Council members Barbara Glover, Lou Gurske, and Art Kopp, along with Secretary/Treasurer Patti Smith. Absent were Councilmen Robert Weldy, Jason Heeman, and Paul Everett, as well as Mayor Mary Ann DeBalko.

October’s meeting was short by Starrucca standards. The meeting opened at 7:01 p.m. and closed at 7:30. An Executive Session (for discussion of legal issues) was inserted smack dab in the middle--as is council’s usual practice--from 7:12 to 7:23 p.m.

How many audience members grasped the significance of the new law suit that hit Starrucca is unknown. It is doubtful that everyone present understood the momentous action taken against the borough. Council’s response was, by any measure, muted and oblique. Starrucca Borough was named as Defendant in a Civil Rights Case, alleging violation of 14th Amendment protections of the U.S. Constitution. Attorney Harry T. Coleman of Carbondale, representing Plaintiff Darl Haynes of Starrucca Borough, filed a Complaint with the United States District Court for the Middle District of Pennsylvania in Federal Court in Scranton on September 11.

According to Court Documents obtained by this paper, allegation is made that this action arises out of violations of 42 United States Code Section & Subsections 1983, and common law. Specifically, it alleges that the borough has consistently failed to uphold its obligation and duty to maintain Kellogg Road. The suit lays out the particular allegations as to the history of animus on the part of the Defendant, Starrucca Borough, against Plaintiff Haynes, as well as the documented history of decisions favorable to Mr. Haynes in the Court of Common Pleas in Wayne County. Plaintiff Haynes further alleges, “The efforts of the Defendant in unilaterally attempting to change its municipal boundary solely to isolate and remove the property of the Plaintiff Haynes were illegal, improper and a violation of Mr. Haynes’ federally protected rights . . . [under the 14th Amendment].”

Under Count One of the Complaint, Plaintiff Haynes alleges, “Defendant Borough of Starrucca, violated law of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania as aforesaid in its politically motivated attempts to redefine the boundary lines of the Borough to extricate the Plaintiff and in doing so to the Plaintiff herein violated Plaintiff’s, procedural Due Process rights under the Fourteenth Amendment to the United States Constitution. Defendant Borough of Starrucca also violated Haynes substantive Due Process rights under the Fourteenth Amendment to the United States Constitution.”

Furthermore, “Defendant Borough of Starrucca’s conduct also violated Plaintiff’s Due Process rights which are provided by Pennsylvania law. Defendant Borough of Starrucca’s conduct therefore was a deprivation, under color of state law, of rights guaranteed to Plaintiff Haynes under the 14th Amendment . . . As a result Defendant’s violations of Plaintiff’s Haynes’ Constitutional rights, Mr. Haynes suffered substantial injuries and damage, including but not limited to extensive attorney fees and expenses in litigating the efforts of the Borough to redefine its boundaries and not provide municipal services to the Plaintiff.”

Under Count Two of the Complaint, Plaintiff Haynes alleges, “Defendant Borough of Starrucca was aware at all times of the conduct in instituting litigation relative to redefining the boundaries of the borough to exclude Plaintiff Haynes and in doing so violated the rights of Mr. Haynes. Defendant Borough of Starrucca thus violated the Plaintiff’s procedural Due Process rights under the 14th Amendment . . . Defendant Borough of Starrucca also violated Plaintiff’s substantive Due Process rights under the 14th Amendment . . .” Defendant Borough of Starrucca’s conduct also violated Plaintiff’s Due Process rights under Pennsylvania law . . . [and] therefore was a deprivation, under color of state law, of rights guaranteed to Plaintiff Haynes under the 14th Amendment. . . As a result of Defendant Borough of Starrucca’s violations of Plaintiff’s Constitutional rights, Plaintiff Haynes suffered substantial injuries and damage, including but not limited to extensive attorney fees and expenses.”

Plaintiff Haynes is demanding judgment as follows:

- For Counts One & Two, an amount to be determined at trial, including attorney’s fees against Defendants, plus interest;

- For Plaintiff’s attorneys’ fees, pursuant to 42 U.S.C. Section 1988;

- For the costs and disbursements incurred in this action; and

- For such other and further relief as the Court deems just and proper.

Plaintiff Haynes also is demanding a trial by jury on all legal issues triable to a jury.

Returning to the October meeting, Borough Council took care of routine business: approvals for the Minutes of last meeting’s business, of the Treasurer’s Report, of the Bills to be Paid, as well as the reading of correspondence, all prior to the “half-time break” (Executive Session).

The meeting’s “second half” covered Old Business, New Business, and Public Participation. Old Business consisted of President Downton noting that there was still no resolution of the current borough litigation with Darl Haynes in the case before Judge Raymond Hamill in the Court of Common Pleas in Honesdale. [As a refresher for readers, Starrucca Borough, in a hearing on August 18, was attempting to overturn Judge Raymond Hamill’s December 2013 Order which stayed the borough’s vacation of Kellogg Road. Mr. Haynes, a resident of Kellogg Road, had brought suit against the borough, alleging council’s violation of Section 1741 of “The Borough Code“ which specifies in part, “no street or portion thereof providing the sole means of access to any lot or tract of land shall be vacated unless those to whom access would be denied shall consent“]

Other Old Business included a motion to turn over the Ghost Properties litigation against the Borough to Agent Jim Davis of DGK Insurance, which has assigned a law firm to represent the borough. Another motion was approved to send a letter to Ursula Lacey & Keith Payne requesting documentation for final approval of their septic system.

New business, aside from the announcement of Mr. Haynes newly filed lawsuit, consisted of a motion to advertise for winter road maintenance services in the borough’s newspaper of record (not this paper). Another motion was made to send a donation to the Fire Company serving Starrucca Borough.

During public participation Donald Haynes asked, “Have you received any money out of the advertisement of the ball field signs yet?” “No, not yet,” replied Secretary Smith. Further questioning revealed only four letters had been sent out; all other advertisers were either out of business or current addresses could not be located.

Starrucca Borough’s next monthly meeting is scheduled for Monday, November 2, Election Eve. The November 3 Election may provide a clear verdict by voters on their elected officials and give direction to precisely where they value the spending of their time and treasure.

A number of Oakland Boro residents steadfastly affirmed their love for “man’s best friend” at the borough’s October monthly meeting. Nevertheless, they were also of the opinion that, “Enough is enough; something must be done!” Dogs are barking at 5:30 a.m., throughout the day, and even late into the night. While no complainant alleged that barking dogs are perpetrating this with malice aforethought, the end result is, nevertheless, the same: residents within earshot can find no peace and sleep is often elusive. One complainant noted that “the dog across the street” has such a vigorous bark that he, the homeowner, actually cranked up his air-conditioning on a recent crisp autumn morning just to drown out the relentless woofing.

Councilmen on-hand to field canine complaints were Gary Boughton, Jack Agler, Eric Page, Doug Arthur, Nelson Towner, and Dave Trevarthan. In the absence of Council President Brian Rhone, Vice-President Boughton chaired the Thursday, October 8 meeting. Secretary/Treasurer Flo Brush and Police Chief Bob Sweet were also on hand.

Chief Sweet advised residents to call 9-1-1 to report nuisance barking dogs. If Oakland Police are on duty they will respond and investigate. Police will pay a visit to the offending dog’s owner to verify the dog’s licensing, vaccination record, and living conditions, as well as observe if the dog is being properly cared for and provided with legally required living conditions/shelter. Police are, additionally, empowered to write citations under the borough’s nuisance ordinance. The fine for each citation is $25.

Residents responded that they were concerned that the fine amount was so insignificant that it served as little to no deterrent to dog owners whose dogs were consistent barking nuisances. Suggestions were made that Borough Council might look into revising the borough’s nuisance fine amount to increase the dollar-amount penalty. Council took no action at this time and gave no indication whether consideration for changes will be made in the immediate future.

Oddly enough, this was not the final discussion relating to man’s best friend during the evening. While in discussion of the Parks Report, Councilman Arthur reported that he had removed a significant amount of trash from the park recently. Some dog-owning resident of the borough has been diligently collecting his or her dog’s droppings (as required by ordinance); however, the dog droppings were showing up as a not inconsequential quantity inside the trash barrels of the park. Councilman Arthur reminded that dog owners are to take collected dog droppings home with them and deposit their dog’s droppings in their own garbage can.

The borough’s Police Report for the month of September showed Oakland PD responded to 10 incidents: traffic stops (5), miscellaneous investigations (3), domestic dispute (1), and littering (1).

October’s Agenda carried no items for discussion under the Mayor’s Report (Mayor Beavan was not in attendance.), Old Business, or New Business. However, Councilman Page provided an update on the Building Committee Report. He passed around a sketch completed by Architect Tom Campbell. It showed a prospective plan for how the new borough building might be laid out. Councilman Page indicated that the building would be unheated this winter; however, that should not present a problem as the structure has no running water. Meanwhile, further winterization will be carried out soon to protect the building’s integrity. Actual use and occupation of the borough building might realistically be expected before the end of 2016.

Council went into Executive Session at 7:33 p.m. and returned to regular session a few minutes later without taking any official action before adjournment. Scheduled to take place immediately afterward was a Code Appeals Meeting pertaining to a retaining wall.

One last note, while some Oakland residents are presently suffering turmoil from howling canines, black bears have receded as a priority problem for the borough. Councilman Arthur reported that since residents have implemented tighter controls on their garbage, bears have apparently taken note and moved on--presumably to better pickings outside borough boundaries.

Next borough council meeting is scheduled for the second Thursday in November.

The Thompson Township Supervisors unanimously agreed by motion to purchase a new farm tractor to replace the one that was purchased sometime in the late 1960’s.  In order for the roads to be raked, they determined a new tractor was needed, during their meeting on October 7th.  Alex Komar investigated the equipment available to purchase under a state program, and said the Kubota 52hp was the best deal.  The Kubota will be purchased with a few extras needed, for $23,000 at 0% interest for a 60-month loan.

The Supervisors also approved by motion to put two pieces of equipment that they no longer need out for bid.  They will be selling their 2006 Chevrolet 5500 dump truck, and their Farmall 826 hydrostatic transmission tractor.

Supervisor Komar provided the report on the roads that have been completed to date. Perry Road was topped and completed; Campsite, Stack and Whitney Hill were all graded and raked.  He stated Erk Road was almost completed, and the drainage was working the way it should.  They plan to start the winter maintenance on their equipment once all the roads are done.  Supervisor Komar informed everyone that the cinders have been delivered, and the shed is full.  They will be receiving more deliveries once they start using the currently stocked material.

At last month’s meeting it was decided to request bids for heating oil and diesel fuel for the upcoming winter.  Two bids were received and opened at the meeting.  The first bid opened was from Mirabito Energy Products.  Mirabito proposed a fixed price of $1.99 per gallon for the heating oil, $2.02 per gallon for the diesel fuel, and $2.06 per gallon for the diesel fuel with a winter additive.  The second bid was from Ace Robbins out of Tunkhannock.  Ace Robbins proposed a price of $0.15 over rack price for the heating oil, the current rack price is $1.61which would bring the cost to $1.76 per gallon.  The proposed price for diesel fuel was $0.15 over rack price; the current rack price is $1.65, which would bring the cost to $1.80 per gallon.  For the diesel fuel with a winter additive an addition $0.03 on top of the $1.80 per gallon cost would bring the price up to $1.83 per gallon.  A unanimous decision was made to contract with Ace Robbins for their fuel oil and diesel fuel for the 2015-2016 season.

BENCH WARRANTS

The Susquehanna County DOMESTIC RELATIONS Section has outstanding BENCH WARRANT’S for the following individuals as of 8:42Am on October 9, 2015

Jack Akers, Duane M. Aldrich, Todd A. Andrews, Shannon Andrews, Asa M. Atherholt IV, Edwin Blaisure, Allan A. Bucksbee, Michael J. Burger, Joshua Burns, Tina M. Clark, Cynthia Dean, James Donahue III, David J. Fischer, Jeffrey J. Gamble, Angelica Groover, Jeremy W. Hall, Jonathan L. Hollister, John J. Jenisky Jr, Katie Kelley, Christopher M. Kuiper, Todd J. Layton, Charlie J. Legere, Lawrence M. McGuire, Chelsea L. Melvin, Joshua K. Mess, Timothy Murray, Matthew J. Peters, Rebecca A. Reardon, Desiree L. Shifler, Kurtis Tracy, Robert J. Twilley, Kathleen M. Visavati, Steven G. Warner, Matthew C. Whitney, Roger D. Williams, Jamie L. Williams, Sr. Please contact the Domestic Relations Section at 570-278-4600 ext. 4050 with any information on the location of these individuals.

DEEDS

Patricia M. Bellavia to Daniel J. Spellman, in Bridgewater Twp., for $375,000.00.

Anthony T. Recklitis to Michael Maxwell, in Harmony Twp., for $74,500.00.

John R. & Corinna M. Kinney to John R. & Corrina M. Kinney, in Lathrop Twp., for $1.00.

Marianne D. Geyer (trust by trustee) to Marianne D. Geyer, in Harford Twp., for $1.00.

Marianne D. Geyer to Marianne D. Geyer (Rev Trust), in Harford Twp., for $1.00.

Timothy J. Stangline & Jessica Butler to Timothy J. Stangline, in Forest City, for $1.00.

Ralph P. Richards (estate) to Doris L. & Joseph S. Szarek, Donald F. & Cheryl L. Todd & Tracy L. Szarek, in Auburn Twp., for $1.00.

Donna J. & James Richard Ritz to Appalachin Basin Minerals LP, PennMarc Resources II LP, Wildes Mineral Interests LLC, McCrow Energy Partners II LLC, in Harford Twp., for $1.00.

Karen Mellin (aka) Karen White, Terry E. Mellin Jr. (aka) Terry E. Mellin (aka) Terry Mellin to Matthew S. & Rebecca L. Johnson, in Franklin Twp., for $179,000.00.

Scott C. McQuillan to Scott C. McQuillan, in Ararat Twp., for $10.00.

Janice & Patrick Hughes to Jeffrey Hughes, Patricia Davies & Jessica Rosenkrans, in New Milford Borough, for $1.00.

Renate L. Liedtke to Renate L. Liedtke & Edwin C. Pennell, in Auburn Twp., for $1.00.

Keith & Wendy J. Wiseman to Keith & Wendy J. Wiseman, in Liberty Twp., for $1.00.

Mary Alice Pickett Knauth (estate), Caroline D. Cabot, Anne Vanrensselaer to Caroline D. Cabot & Anne Vanrensselaer, in Rush Twp., for $1.00.

Lawrence A. Dibble II to Appalchin Basin Minerals LP, Wildes Mineral Interests LLC, PennMarc Resources II LP, McCrow Energy Partners II LLC, in Oakland Twp., for $1.00.

Ann Vanlenten to Edward K. Kozlowski, in Dimock Twp., for $250,000.00.

Henry C. Flower Jr. to Henry C. Flower Jr., Thomas Henry Flower, Sandra Lee Hall, Christine Pesotine, in Springville Twp., for $1.00.

George L. Capwell Jr. & Jeanne A. Capwell to Peter & Mary Capwell, in Silver Lake Twp., for $1.00.

Joseph Bowen (estate) to Ann Marie Bowen, in Rush Twp., for $1.00.

Carl M. Richline to Ralph A. & Donna M. Bell, in Auburn Twp., for $50,000.00.

Lois B. Cameron, Cynthia Carothers, Stuart Carothers Jr., Kimberly Early, Joseph F Earley Jr., William R. Cameron III, Regina, Robert H. & Mary H. Cameron to Allen M. & Robin I. Assarian, in Clifford Twp., for $210,000.00

Patricia Ann Barankovich (aka) Patricia Barankovich to Patricia Ann Barankovich & Elizabeth H. Holden, in Hop Bottom Borough, for $1.00.

Dale D. & Carol L. Grosvenor to David A. & Barbara R. Grosvenor, in Dimock Twp., for $60,000.00.

Dennis & Mary Anne Ryan to Ryan Family Trust, in Thompson Twp., for $1.00.

Ann R. Tucker (trust by trustee) to Ann R. Tucker (trust), in Auburn Twp., for $1.00.

Susan Houlihan to Domenic D. Divirgilio Jr. & Susan Houlihan, in Apolacon Twp., for $1.00.

Charles L. & Sandra K. Parker to Parker Trust, in Forest Lake Twp. & Jessup Twp., for $1.00.

Charles L. & Sandra K. Parker to Jeannette P. Castrogiovanni, in Forest Lake Twp. & Jessup Twp., for $1.00.

Charles L. & Sandra K. Parker to Chavaughan R. Abbott, in Jessup Twp., for $1.00.

Charles L. & Sandra K. Parker to Pamela K. Lewis, in Jessup Twp., for $1.00.

Dale Howell Enterprises Inc. to Alicia Rieman, in Susquehanna, for $35,000.00.

Judith M. Mitchell to Judith M. Mitchell, Matthew J. Mitchell, Scott W. Mitchell, in Lenox Twp., for $1.00.

Judith M. Mitchell to Judith M. Mitchell, Matthew J. Mitchell, Scott W. Mitchell, in New Milford Twp., for $1.00.

EDITORS NOTE: These reports are taken directly from the Gibson State Police Barracks Blotter. Anyone having an issue with how they are worded is advised to visit the Barracks and inspect same before complaining about contents.

Theft-Fraud & Forgery:  Sometime between January 27th and February 19th Richard Graf of New Milford is accused of stealing approximately 7 checks from a Nicholson man.  The accused then forged the victim's name and cashed the checks out to himself totaling approximately $8,200.  Charges of theft, forgery, and receiving stolen property were filed through District Court -34-3-03. 

Theft:  On September 30th at 3:05 pm a 15 year old juvenile male took the cell phone of a Tunkhannock man from his locker. 

Crash:  On October 1st at 5:37 am Austin Boice of Lake Como, Pa was traveling westbound on Sr 171 in Great Bend Township when his vehicle struck a concrete curb median in the center of the roadway.  The contact with the median blew out the front driver side tire and caused the vehicle to veer across the roadway and strike the guard rail on the north side of the roadway with the front passenger side of the vehicle.  After impact with the guard rail the unit spun clockwise and came to a final rest with driver side against the guard rail facing southeast. The operator was not injured in the crash and the vehicle sustained disabling damage and was towed from the scene. 

Crash:  On September 29th at 7:30 am Brian Newhart of Mehoopany was traveling southbound on Sr 858 when it went off the west side of the roadway and struck a tree with the front driver side of the vehicle.  After impact the F150 rotated counterclockwise and rolled over onto its roof.  It came to a rest on the west side of the roadway, on its roof, facing east.  The driver was injured in the crash, and needed to be extricated due to entrapment.  A seat belt was in use.  He was transported to the hospital for injuries after he was extricated form the vehicle.  The vehicle sustained disabling damage and was towed from the scene. 

Harassment:  On October 1st at 8 pm a known but unnamed 31 year old male grabbed a known but unnamed 26 year old victim and threw her down onto the couch two times during the course of an argument.  Harassment charges were filed at District Court 34-3-03. 

Drug Device and Cosmetic Act:  On September 18th at 3 am a 17 year old male from Montrose was found to have a small amount of marijuana and a marijuana pipe in his vehicle in Franklin Township.  The allegation was referred to juvenile court. 

Theft:  Between September 1st and 27th a computer was stolen from a woman's outside generator in Rush.  Anyone with information is asked to please contact the police. 

Theft-Fraud and Forgery:  On September 4th at 10:30 am a patron unknowingly attempted to pay with a counterfeit $50.00 bill at the Exxon Gas Station in Gibson.  They were made aware of the bill and paid for the gas with actual US Currency.  Anyone with information relating to this incident is asked to please contact the police. 

Burglary:  Between August 5th and September 25th, one or more unknown person(s) entered a woman's residence in Bridgewater Township and removed several items from within.  Anyone with information is asked to please contact the police. 

Burglary:  In the commission of this crime, the residence of a Clifford Township woman was entered, and $150 taken from within.  Anyone with information is asked to please contact the police. 

DUI:  On September 30th at 12:07 am, troopers responded to a male/female domestic in Great Bend Township.  Upon arrival the accused, a 41 year old man, had already left the scene and it was reported that he was intoxicated.  Prior to the troopers leaving the scene, the accused arrived back at the residence.  He mentioned he had a couple of beers prior to driving.  He exhibited signs of alcohol impairment during field sobriety testing and was taken into custody for Driving Under the Influence.  The accused was then transported to CMC in Scranton for a legal blood draw and a mental health commitment.  Anyone with information is urged to contact the police. 

Burglary:  On September 14th, between 7:45 am and 6:30 pm, entry was gained to a woman's Liberty Township residence.  A 19 inch AOC LCD Flat Screen TV, Sony DVD Player, and an Acer Aspine laptop computer were removed from the residence.  The incident was under investigation as of the time of report.  Anyone with information is asked to please contact the police. 

DUI:  On September 28th at 2:36 am troopers responded to a report of a male passed out in his vehicle at the McDonald's drive thru in Hallstead.  Upon arrival troopers observed the male (who was from Binghamton) passed out in his vehicle with the vehicle still in gear and the keys in the ignition.  The accused mentioned he had a few beers prior to driving.  He exhibited signs of alcohol impairment during field sobriety testing and was taken into custody for Driving Under the Influence.  Anyone with information is asked to please contact the police. 

Commercial Vehicle Hit and Run:  On September 28th at 2:30 pm an unknown person was traveling eastbound on Sr 171 in Great Bend Township when he or she attempted to make an illegal u-turn and in doing so struck a mailbox on the north side of the roadway.  The vehicle then continued westbound on Sr 171 without stopping to give information. 

Crash:  On September 21st at 6 am Robinson Osario of Union, Nj was traveling northbound on I81 in the right land when the truck he was operating went off the east side of the roadway, came back across two lanes, went off the west side of the roadway, and rolled over onto its driver's side in the center median.  It came to a rest on its driver side in the median facing north. The operator was transported to the hospital for injuries sustained in the crash.  The vehicle sustained disabling damage and was towed from the scene. 

Burglary:  Police are investigating (as of the time of report) a report of a burglary at Cindy's Cafe in New Milford Borough, in which an Automated Teller Machine (ATM) was taken during closed business hours.  Anyone with information is asked to please contact the police. 

Criminal Mischief:  Between the 18th and 19th of September, Undetermined persons got a personal vehicle stuck in a waterway on a gas line.  The perpetrators then used a gas company owned vehicle to pull the stuck vehicle out.  The gas company was the Rockford Corp, and the incident occurred at the Hall pipeline off Riley Creek Road in Auburn Township.  The perpetrators then fled the area.  Damage to the waterway was estimated at $8,000-$10,000 in total.  An additional incident took place near this scene as perpetrators drove a gas company owned bulldozer through a wooded area owned by multiple property owners.  The estimated damage to this property and the property owners have yet to be determined.  The investigation was ongoing as of the time of report. 

Simple Assault:  On September 26th at 7:52 pm troopers responded to a Dimock Township location for a report of a domestic disturbance.  Once on scene troopers spoke to a senior citizen woman, who related that a 47 year old Montrose man had pushed her to the ground after a verbal argument.  The fall caused the victim to hit her face off the ground, causing her nose to bleed and swell.  The accused then fled the scene.  Charges of Simple Assault and Harassment were filed through District Court 34-3-01. 

Burglary:  Between the 21st and 26th of September, unknown perpetrator(s) gained access to the residence of a Flanders, Nj man, located in New Milford Township, by breaking a small pane of glass on a door.  No other items were reported damaged or missing.  The investigation was ongoing as of the time of report. 

Trespassing:  A 23 year old Great Bend man entered the camper of a New Milford man while it was at the East Lake Campground in New Milford Township, while not being authorized to do so.  Charges were to be filed at District Court 34-3-02 as of the time of report. 

Hit and Run:  On September 24th at 3:20 pm an unknown driver crashed into a Hyundai Santa Fe which was parked and unoccupied in Bridgewater Township, as the offending vehicle backed out of a parking spot in a private parking lot. 

Theft from Motor Vehicle:  On September 26th between 12:30 and 8:30 am, the unsecured vehicle of a man was entered, and a cell phone and charger removed from within, while the vehicle was located in Bridgewater Township.  Anyone with information is asked to please contact the police. 

Theft:  On September 25th between 4 and 7:30 pm the license plate of a Harford man was stolen from his vehicle somewhere between Dickson City and Harford.  Anyone with information is asked to please contact the police. 

Burglary:  On September 24th, between 10 am and 6 pm entry was forced into a woman's Great Bend Township home, through the front door.  Upon gaining entry, the perpetrator(s) removed a 32” flat screen TV and a bag of prescription medication.  The perpetrator(s) then fled the scene in an unknown direction.  Anyone with information is asked to please contact the police. 

Hit and Run:  On September 21st at 4:30 am Bobbie Walker of Binghamton was traveling east on T579 in Bridgewater Township when she lost control of her vehicle, which exited the roadway, crashed into a small tree, rolled over, and returned to the roadway.  A seat belt was in use;  no injury was obtained. 

Crash:  On September 24th at 9:30 am Darren Adair of North Abington Township was traveling north on I 81 in Harford Township in Harford Township when his vehicle traveled off the roadway and rolled.  The vehicle came to a rest on its driver's side.  The driver sustained minor injury, but a juvenile passenger did not.  A seat belt and child safety were in use. 

DUI:  On September 7th at 9 pm a trooper responded to an Oakland Township location for a report of a suspicious vehicle playing loud music in the parking lot.  Once on scene the trooper made contact with a young Susquehanna man.  Through the investigation it was learned that the accused was under the influence of alcohol and controlled substance.  Charges of DUI, Underage Drinking, and Careless Driving were filed through District Court 34-3-02. 

Harassment:  On September 21st at 4:46 pm troopers responded to a harassment report in Harford Township, where a man and woman both struck each other during an argument.  Both parties claimed to have been struck by the other party during the altercation.  Both parties were cited for harassment and filed through Magisterial District Court 34-3-03. 

Criminal Mischief:  Between September 21st and September 22nd unknown perpetrator(s) knocked over advertisement signs for Lenox Welding and Repair, while the signs were located in Dimock Township.  The perpetrator(s) also removed one from its location and threw it into the woods.  The incident is under investigation and anyone with information is asked to please contact the police. 

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