State Rep. Anita Kulik has called for the resignation of Magisterial District Justice Xander Orenstein following the fatal stabbing of Officer Benjamin Brallier. The suspect in the case was previously released on nonmonetary bail by Orenstein. Kulik calls for an investigation by the Pennsylvania Supreme Court into the circumstances surrounding Brallier's death and the judicial system’s failures.
A 25-year-old man was arraigned Tuesday on a charge of criminal homicide in connection with the stabbing death of a Kennedy man who was found on the Montour Trail Monday afternoon.
Chemical engineer by day and WPIAL official by Friday Night Lights, a Kennedy Township woman became a part of the WPIAL's only father-daughter officiating team this season. She now serves alongside her retired police officer father in the fast-paced world of high school football.
In Kennedy Township, two local business owners are collecting relief supplies for victims of Hurricane Helene. Donations can be dropped off at either site through October 11.
Renovations are being planned for 30-acre Fairhaven Park in Kennedy. The township's Parks and Recreation Committee are in charge of the project driven by community input and initial financial support from state and federal government officials.
During a recent meeting, Montour School Directors approved various grants and purchases, including funds for landscaping improvements and athletic honors, and addressed repairs at district facilities.
More roadwork is in store for motorists using Interstate 79 in Robinson and Kennedy townships. Detours will be in place through Monday morning.