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N.Y. man pleads guilty to access device fraud

A New York man has pleaded guilty to one felony charge of access device fraud involving a Warren County resident. Jason L. Pattison, 44, of Mayville, N.Y., was charged Dec. 11, 2025, with third-degree felony accessing a device issued to another who did not authorize use and misdemeanor identity theft. Pattison pleaded guilty to one count of third-degree accessing device issued to another who did not authorize in Judge Gregory Hammond’s court, while misdemeanor charges of identity theft and accessing device issued to another who did not authorize were not prosecuted. Under ...

Health Department eyes expanded authority

A state Supreme Court decision that found the state Health Department didn’t have the authority to require school children throughout the state to wear masks during the COVID-19 pandemic is driving a new movement to expand the Health Department’s authority, possibly starting as soon as ...

Charges filed in 2002 Erie cold case

Attorney General Dave Sunday and Erie County District Attorney Elizabeth Hirz, in conjunction with the 54th Statewide Investigating Grand Jury, have announced charges against an Indiana man who they allege kidnapped and raped 20-year-old Sabrina Kahler in Erie County in 2002. Sunday’s ...

New bill would address turnpike toll rate signage

A proposal introduced by a Democrat serving in the state House aims to make changes to signage on the Pennsylvania Turnpike. “How much a customer will be charged should never be a mystery or come as a surprise,” state Rep. Joe Ciresi of Montgomery County wrote in a co-sponsorship memo ...

State Police recognize professionals during National Forensic Science Week

As part of National Forensic Science Week, the Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) is recognizing the scientists, forensic examiners, technicians, and support professionals whose expertise strengthens criminal investigations and supports the pursuit of justice across the Commonwealth. The PSP Bureau of Forensic Services (BFS) operates six regional forensic laboratories and a dedicated Forensic DNA Division, providing scientific testing and investigative support to state, municipal and federal law enforcement agencies throughout Pennsylvania. Its areas of expertise include DNA, serology, ...

Walk To End Alzheimer’s is Saturday at Betts Park

The Alzheimer’s Association is inviting the Warren community to join the fight to end Alzheimer’s by participating in the Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s starting at 9 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 26, in Betts Park. “This is a pivotal moment in the fight against Alzheimer’s. With new treatments and proven lifestyle habits that support brain health, there is real hope," said Maddy Drayer, walk manager. "Together, we can build a brain‑healthy future and help end this disease. We invite everyone to join us by forming a team to raise awareness and funds for families ...