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Sisters Share Breast Cancer Diagnosis (Caption) Sisters Abby Danko and Kelly Williamson, who share a breast cancer diagnosis, credit Dr. Kelley Smith with their recovery. Cancer is a disease that does not play fairly - especially breast cancer which is the most common type diagnosed among women in the U.S. In many instances, breast cancer creeps into a person's life when they are raising their family or at the pinnacle of their career when they do not have time for an illness to slow them down. Just ask Abby Danko, a 40-year-old mother of three from Morrisdale, Pennsylvania, whose breast cancer journey began three years ago. In 2021, when I went for my annual gynecological visit, I was experiencing some irregular bleeding," she explained. "My doctor ordered some tests including a mammogram which detected a spot on my chest. A second mammogram was performed which also revealed something that required attention." She continued, "I had been seeing my Penn Highlands Healthcare gynecologists since I had my first child, and he was 12 at the time, so I trusted their recommendation. I was referred to Dr. Kelley Smith, and since I heard good things about her in the community, I scheduled an appointment." Abby met with Dr. Smith, a board-certified general surgeon at Penn Highlands DuBois, who provides a comprehensive range of surgical procedures and specializes in women's health and genetic testing for hereditary cancers. The tumor was on Abby's chest wall. When Dr. Smith performed a biopsy, it was malignant and the cancer was at Stage 0 DCIS. "There was a history of breast cancer in my family and I knew that if I ever received that diagnosis I would have a double mastectomy," she explained. Dr. Smith performed the surgery on July 29, 2021. However, an underlying autoimmune disease that Abby had been living with for years, delayed her healing and necessitated treatment at a national health system outside of Pennsylvania. "In terms of healthcare, a nationally known hospital is not always better," Abby said. "I would stay with Dr. Smith and Penn Highlands DuBois. She always cared and emphasized that breasts do not define you as a woman." "I had the best care from Penn Highlands Healthcare and a top-notch doctor. You do not need to go outside of a small town to experience what is in our backyard." In fact, in 2023, when Abby's sister, Kelly Williamson, learned she had breast cancer, there was no question as to who would provide her care - Dr. Kelley Smith. "Our mother, our younger sister and I had the genetic testing conducted to identify whether we carry the breast cancer gene. Our mother and sister tested positive for the BARD-1 gene, but I do not have the gene," reported Kelly. "However, since some of the results showed that there could be a higher risk of me contracting breast cancer over my lifetime, it was advised that I be tested more often - every six months." Kelly's genetic testing occurred in August 2022 when she was 41-years old; that's the time that most women begin having their first mammograms. Six months later, she had a breast MRI which did not indicate any cancer. Then, six months later, in July 2023, she had a mammogram and ultrasound which showed calcium deposits in her breast. A subsequent biopsy revealed that she had Stage 0 DCIS breast cancer - which was the exact diagnosis as Abby. Dr. Smith presented her with two options - a lumpectomy with radiation or a mastectomy. Kelly chose to see a plastic surgeon for reconstruction options and to be able to have joint surgery. "I chose the double mastectomy because I did not want to leave anything to chance," Kelly said. On October 23, 2023, Kelly had a double mastectomy. She recovered quickly in just six weeks and is looking forward to having silicone implants this spring. Kelly and Abby are fortunate to live within 10 minutes of each other and their extended family who has provided support throughout their cancer journey. The Williamson family also has received an outpouring of support from the community. "My husband, Davey, is the athletic director for the West Branch Area School District", said Kelly, who is a preschool teacher. "My two sisters organized a basket raffle and 50/50 to benefit our family during the annual Pink Out game at a varsity football game last fall. The girls' volleyball and soccer teams held benefits for our family as well during their annual Pink Out games. I cannot begin to describe the outpouring of love and support we received from everyone." Kelly also credits Dr. Kelley Smith and her physician assistant, Melissa Hilliard, with her recovery. "When Melissa gave me the results of my biopsy in person, she gave me a hug and we cried together," Kelly said. "Dr. Smith is amazing! They are both tremendous people. I felt in control and that they respected and supported my decisions." Summary While approximately 1 in 8 women will be diagnosed with invasive breast cancer in her lifetime, a woman's individual risk varies by age and race/ethnicity, as well as family, medical, and reproductive history. In addition, not all masses are cancerous. Penn Highlands Healthcare screens its patients to identify those who are at a higher risk of developing breast cancer. "Patients are stratified for risk and a plan will be made for screening which may include mammogram, ultrasounds or MRI. This may also include more frequent examinations," Dr. Smith explained. As a surgeon with more than 25 years of breast health experience, Dr. Smith follows a multidisciplinary approach to care. She and Melissa Hilliard, PA-C, CGRA, who is cancer genetics and risk assessment certified by the National Consortium of Breast Cancer Centers, screen patients to help identify their breast cancer risk. They work closely with medical imaging as well as two plastic surgeons in the delivery of high-quality patient care. "Women who come to Penn Highlands Healthcare for breast care receive innovative therapies delivered by knowledgeable and skilled professionals using advanced technology," said Dr. Smith.

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Kim Evelyn Pifer, age 69 of DuBois, PA died Tuesday, April 2, 2024 at her home, surrounded by her family, after a 9-year battle with breast cancer. Born on April 22, 1954 in DuBois, PA, she was the daughter of the late William P. and Evelyn I. (Paydock) Boyer. On July 28, 1973 she married her husband of 50 years, Lance J. Hoover-Pifer. He survives. Kim was a graduate of DuBois Area High School and Salem College in Salem, West Virginia, graduating with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing. She was a registered nurse for 42 years. Kim retired from the office of Dr. Gary Ott in the Healthy Beginnings Program. Previous to that she worked for 38 years in maternity at the DuBois Regional Medical Center. She was a member of St. Catherine of Siena Roman Catholic Church. Kim enjoyed crafts, was an animal lover and a motorcycle enthusiast. She rode across the country twice, and saw 44 states on the back of a motorcycle with her husband Lance. Above all, Kim loved her children and adored her grandchildren and enjoyed spending time with them. Along with her husband, Kim is survived by her children (Cori Pifer and Raymond Bolling of DuBois, PA, and Ian Pifer and his wife Rachael of Midlothian, VA), five grandchildren (Christian, Kailia, Nathan, Beatrice and Penelope), one great grandchild (Melody), and one sister (Lindsay Ford). Visitation will be held on Friday, April 5, 2024 from 4- 6 PM and Saturday, April 6, 2024 from 10 AM – 12 PM at the Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium, Inc. A private funeral service will be held with Msgr. Richard Siefer officiating. Burial will take place in Morningside Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to Hahne Cancer Center, 100 Hospital Avenue, DuBois, PA 15801 and/or The Anna Shelter, 1555 East 10th Street, Erie, PA 16511. Online condolences can be made to http://www.baronickfuneralhome.com/condolence

Daniel A. Young, age 57 of Curwensville, PA, formerly of DuBois, PA died Monday, April 1, 2024 at Ridgeview Elder Care. Born on May 21, 1966 in Garden Grove, CA, he was the son of the late Charles and Donna (Snyder) Young. He was a 1984 graduate of Jeff Tech. Dan had worked at Eat N’ Park in the bakery. He enjoyed NASCAR, doing ceramics, and baking. He was also very actively involved in the Boy Scouts of America Bucktail Council. He is survived by one brother (Douglas Young and his wife Christine of DuBois, PA).) There will be no public visitation and services will be held at the convenience of the family. Memorial donations may be made to Boy Scouts of America Bucktail Council, 209 First Street, DuBois, PA 15801. The Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium, Inc. is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences can be sent to http://www.baronickfuneralhome.com/condolence

Free Breast and Cervical Cancer Screening Offered by Penn Highlands DuBois and Penn Highlands Life’s Journey OB/GYN (April 2, 2024, DuBois, Pennsylvania) – Every woman should be concerned about breast and cervical cancer. In the U.S., one in eight women will be diagnosed with breast cancer during her lifetime. In addition, if every woman would receive adequate health care, almost none would die from cervical cancer. When these cancers are detected through screenings in their earlier stages, the outcomes can be more positive. Breast Care Services at Penn Highlands DuBois and Penn Highlands Life’s Journey OB/GYN are conducting a free breast and cervical screening to help promote women’s health and breast cancer awareness. The event will be held on Monday, April 22, from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM in the Imaging Services Suite in the Penn Highlands DuBois Center of Excellence located at 123 Hospital Ave., DuBois, Pennsylvania. “Breast and cervical cancer often have no warning signs. Our free screenings are a wonderful opportunity to detect abnormalities before symptoms are present,” said Ashley Parsons, MSN, FNP, NP-C, IBCLC, NCMP, a Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner at Penn Highlands Life’s Journey OB/GYN. “When breast and cervical cancer are found earlier, treatment has better results since the size of a tumor may be smaller and the cancer is less likely to have spread.” A free clinical breast exam, mammogram, pelvic exam and pap smear are available to women with or without insurance who meet eligibility requirements. To schedule an appointment, call 888-920-4636. For more information, contact Danielle Assalone, RN, BSN, at 814-371-1900.

Diagnosing and Treating Autism Spectrum Disorder A toddler does not respond to their name. The child avoids eye contact. They do not talk. These could be signs that the child has autism spectrum disorder (ASD) – a neurodevelopmental condition that affects how people communicate, behave, learn and interact with others. April is National Autism Acceptance Month, a great time to learn more about ASD. What is ASD and what are the symptoms? ASD is a complex, lifelong developmental condition that typically appears during early childhood and can impact a person’s social skills, communication, relationships and self-regulation. Autism is referred to as a “spectrum” disorder due to the extensive range of symptom types and severities that individuals may experience. The range and severity of symptoms can differ widely. Likewise, the abilities of people with ASD can vary significantly. Common characteristics include: · Lack of response to normal stimuli such as verbal or visual cues · Delayed movement, language and/or cognitive skills · Difficulty understanding or showing emotions · Avoidance of eye contact · Restricted or repetitive behaviors, movements or phrases · Co-occurring conditions including but not limited to mental health illness, gastrointestinal issues, seizure disorders and more “While there is no known single cause for autism, it is widely accepted that it is caused by differences in brain structure or genetic factors,” explained Rachael Conner, M.ED, Director of Autism Services at Penn Highlands Connellsville Regional Center for Autism in Connellsville, Pennsylvania. “Early diagnosis and intervention can greatly support a person on the spectrum with the resources needed to live to their full potential.” How is ASD diagnosed? It can be difficult to diagnose ASD because unlike other disorders, there is not a medical test, such as a CT scan or blood test that can be used to provide a diagnosis. Medical professionals review the child’s developmental history and behaviors to make a diagnosis. ASD can sometimes be identified as early as 18 months of age, diagnosis at age 2 or older can be considered reliable. It is important to note that some people are not diagnosed until they are much older – even adults – which means that they may not receive the early help and therapies they need. Autism is diagnosed four times more often in boys than girls. Its prevalence is not affected by race, region, or socio-economic status. Since autism was first diagnosed in the U.S. the incidence has climbed to an alarming one in 36 children in the U.S. How is ASD treated? There is no cure for ASD, though with early intervention and treatment, the diverse symptoms can be greatly improved. Current treatments seek to reduce symptoms that interfere with daily functioning and quality of life. There is no “one-size-fits-all treatment, but recommended therapies include Applied Behavioral Analysis, which encourages desired behaviors and discourages undesired behaviors; speech therapy; and sensory integration therapy. Each person with ASD has their own strengths and weaknesses and should be treated on an individual basis to address their specific needs. Common therapies include: · Speech-language therapy · Occupational therapy · Physical therapy · Vision/orientation and mobility · Hearing therapy · Music therapy · Dog therapy “It is important that all therapy goals are individualized in order to maximize the person’s abilities,” explained Rachael. Treatments can be given in education, health, community or home settings, or a combination of settings. It is important that providers communicate with each other and the person with ASD and their family to ensure that treatment goals and progress are meeting expectations. Penn Highlands Healthcare provides the Penn Highlands Connellsville Regional Center for Autism (PHCRCA), which is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic Children’s Hospital’s Center for Autism. PHCRCA provides families and children in Southwestern Pennsylvania with advanced educational and behavioral treatment. The program model has shown sterling documented positive outcomes in educational, medical and behavioral programming. For more information, visit www.phhealthcare.org/autismcenter.

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Who's in the News? ▫️Video shows California police fatally shooting teenager who was reported kidnapped Newly released law enforcement footage captures the moment California police fatally shot an unarmed 15-year-old girl who was a reported kidnapping victim. On 27 September 2022, San Bernardino county sheriff’s deputies were searching for Savannah Graziano, who was feared abducted by her father Anthony Graziano after he had fatally shot her mother the day before. » https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2024/apr/01/california-police-video-shooting-15-year-old-girl-savannah-graziano » ▫️Oklahoma Operation Clean Sweep II: U.S. Attorney’s Office Launches Second Operation Aimed at Prosecuting Child Predators, 11 arrested TULSA, Okla. – Today, U.S. Attorney Clint Johnson announced the launch of Operation Clean Sweep II. This operation is aimed at holding accountable child predators throughout the Northern District of Oklahoma. Operation Clean Sweep II is partnered with the Tornado Alley Child Exploitation and Trafficking Task Force (TACETT) created by Homeland Security Investigations (HSI). More than 40 federal, state, and tribal law enforcement committed resources to help prevent, identify, investigate and ultimately prosecute child exploitation. https://www.justice.gov/usao-ndok/pr/us-attorneys-office-launches-second-operation-aimed-prosecuting-child-predators ▫️Six arrested in undercover operation targeting human trafficking in Stateline area at Lake Tahoe DOUGLAS COUNTY, Nev. - The Douglas County Sheriff's Office (DCSO) has announced the arrests of six suspects after an undercover operation targeting human trafficking in the Stateline, Nevada area. The coordinated operation was conducted by members of the DCSO investigations division, DCSO street enforcement team, and the Reno Police Department HEAT team (Human Exploitation and Trafficking). Five were arrested on various charges on Friday, March 30, followed by another arrest on Saturday, March 31. Two South Lake Tahoe men were arrested on misdemeanor charges including engaging/solicitation of prostitution and resisting arrest. If you have any information about this case, contact the Douglas County Sheriff's Office Investigations Division at (775) 782-9905. » https://southtahoenow.com/story/04/01/2024/six-arrested-undercover-operation-targeting-human-trafficking-stateline-area-lake-t » https://www.2news.com/news/douglas-county-sheriffs-office-arrests-six-in-human-trafficking-operation/article_28ba9988-f06f-11ee-8532-5fff0ce81eb5.html ▫️Son of former Seattle mayor arrested for child pornography Police say they arrested 29-year-old Jack Francis Lynch McGinn after an online tip led them to his home. The investigation started with a CyberTip from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children, saying hundreds of child sexual abuse images were distributed. McGinn was arrested Friday morning for possession of depictions of minors engaged in sexually explicit conduct and dealing in depictions of minors engaged in sexually explicit conduct. https://www.fox13seattle.com/news/man-arrested-sexual-exploitation-of-child ▫️Columbus woman allegedly sex trafficked female victim to gang members OPELIKA, Ala. – A Columbus woman is facing allegations of human trafficking after her arrest by Opelika Police. According to investigators, Marlaciea Matthews, 23, was forcing a woman to have sex for money. Deazaiah Johnson, 18, was also arrested for obstructing the investigation by allegedly using a false identity. The victim, who was not charged, told police she was coerced and abused into sex with gang members. The victim told police she had been beaten on multiple occasions by a woman named “Nessa, “ who told the victim to go work for Matthews. The victim said Matthews also threatened to assault her on multiple occasions. Detectives were also informed the victim’s child was in Columbus, Georgia with friends of Matthews. » https://www.wtvm.com/2024/04/02/columbus-woman-charged-with-human-trafficking-appears-lee-co-court/ (VIDEO) » https://www.wrbl.com/news/columbus-woman-allegedly-sex-trafficked-female-victim-to-gang-members/ ▫️Man charged for allegedly raping child in Northumberland County Coal Township, Pa. — A 64-year-old Milton man was charged for allegedly raping a 10-year-old girl in Coal Township. William C. Dunkle faces felony rape and statutory sexual assault charges for the alleged incidents that occurred between Nov. 24 and Dec. 24 at a Coal Township home. Dunkle was charged with felony counts each of rape, statutory sexual assault, aggravated indecent assault, sexual assault, and indecent assault of a person under 13. https://www.northcentralpa.com/news/crime/man-charged-for-allegedly-raping-child-in-northumberland-county/article_ab716b7c-edf4-11ee-bf4a-3b97b9ef32d9.html ▫️Former kids baseball coach accused of sex abuse now charged in rape of 8-year-old girl One day after a former youth baseball coach was accused of sexually assaulting a teen boy, police charged him in the repeated rapes of an 8-year-old girl. The rapes were discovered March 21, a day after Jeromy Paul Baum, 46, of Halifax in Dauphin County, was arrested in connection with the sexual assault of a 15-year-old boy at the teen’s home, according to police. The incident involving the teen boy occurred March 19 at the teen’s home in Perry County, according to court records. Police arrested Baum outside the boy’s home on March 20. That arrest prompted the mother of a child to whom Baum had access in 2014 to talk to her daughter about sexual violence. https://www.pennlive.com/crime/2024/04/former-kids-baseball-coach-accused-of-sex-abuse-now-charged-in-rape-of-8-year-old-girl.html ▫️Pittsburgh man arrested in Ohio human trafficking task force investigation, police say A Pittsburgh man was arrested in a human trafficking investigation in Ohio. According to the East Palestine Police Department, Wesley Theberge, 29, was arrested Friday during a Mahoning Valley Human Trafficking Task Force undercover operation. Upon his arrest, police say they obtained a search warrant for the electronic devices Theberge had with him and found hundreds of images and videos of child pornography. Online court records show he’s charged with pandering obscenity involving a minor, illegal use of a minor in nudity oriented material, engaging in prostitution and possessing criminal tools. » https://www.wtae.com/article/pittsburgh-man-columbiana-county-human-trafficking/60352421 (VIDEO) » https://www.wpxi.com/news/local/pittsburgh-man-arrested-ohio-human-trafficking-task-force-investigation-police-say/MFKXOQOEIJB45KV6I6D6SHVXVQ/ ▫️Man arrested for allegedly molesting 12-year-old girl at Dolphin Mall movie theater SWEETWATER — A man was arrested earlier this week for allegedly molesting a 12-year-old girl at a Miami-Dade movie theater. Sweetwater Police arrested 22-year-old Omar Montalvo on one count of lewd and lascivious molestation of a child 12-16 years old along with communicating with a minor in and out of a state to travel and meet. » https://www.cbsnews.com/miami/news/man-arrested-for-allegedly-molesting-12-year-old-girl-at-dolphin-mall-movie-theater/ » ▫️Sheriffs tout arrests by sex trafficking task force Local law enforcement officers have made 31 arrests for child exploitation and human trafficking since a coalition of five Northeast Florida law enforcement agencies began working together last year to better combat sex crimes. Since the Intercept Task Force banded together in March 2023, local agencies have initiated hundreds of investigations and aided in arrests they say wouldn’t have been possible without the collaboration. The group of law enforcement agencies said they have received 663 tips from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children, initiated 583 investigations and served 85 search warrants across North Florida in cases involving the trafficking or exploitation of children. In addition, 18 offenders have been sentenced to roughly 150 years in prison. https://jaxtoday.org/2024/04/01/sheriffs-tout-arrests-by-sex-trafficking-task-force/ ▫️Ohio man accused of child sex trafficking arrested in Grant County MARION, Ind. — An Ohio man was arrested in Grant County after police say he arranged meetings to pick up children for sexual exploitation. Dennis James Roth, 64, was arrested on three counts of conspiracy to commit promotions of child sex trafficking, three counts of attempted child molesting, and three counts of child solicitation, according to a release on Monday. Grant County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to a call from Predator Catchers Incorporated on Saturday reporting that Roth was traveling to Marion, Indiana from Ohio “in what he believed was a prearranged meeting to pick up children under the age of 14 for sexual exploitation.” » https://www.wishtv.com/news/ohio-man-accused-of-child-sex-trafficking-arrested-in-grant-county/ » https://wktn.com/ada-man-charged-with-multiple-sex-related-charges-involving-underage-children ▫️New Jersey wrestling coach and state champion Alec Donovan, 26, is jailed for distributing child sex abuse images of boys as young as eight years old A New Jersey youth wrestling coach and former state champion who made headlines for becoming the NCAA’s first openly gay college wrestler has been sentenced to more than seven years in a case involving images of children. Alec Donovan, 26, of Brick, was sentenced Thursday in federal court in Trenton to 87 months in prison on a previous guilty plea to a charge related to distributing images of child sexual abuse, the U.S. attorney’s office said Friday. Prosecutors alleged that during the first four months of 2021, Donovan used a web-based messaging application to send three videos and receive two videos containing images of child sexual abuse involving pre-pubescent children. https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-13257207/New-Jersey-wrestling-coach-jailed-child-sex-abuse-pictures.html ▫️Child predator suspect shot by deputies The Spokane Independent Investigative Response Team (SIIR) is investigating the SWAT stand-off that led to a suspect being killed by Spokane County deputies on Friday evening at Deer Park. This shooting followed 5 other suspects in Spokane County killed in 2024 after law enforcement shot them. https://www.khq.com/news/child-predator-suspect-shot-by-deputies-5-suspects-killed-by-officers-in-2024/video_c3cd8e6a-eeff-11ee-a4ce-d7937a88aeab.html (VIDEO) ▫️Personal Trainer Keith Dudley Arrested for Sexual Assault of Moorpark High School Student A local personal trainer who has worked at various area schools was arrested by Oxnard police in connection with the sexual assault of a Moorpark High School student.Keith Dudley, 41, of Oxnard was identified as the suspect and taken into custody by the city Police Department’s Family Protection Unit. Dudley is accused of sexually assaulting a 15-year-old Moorpark High School student. Dudley was booked on charges of lewd and lascivious acts with a minor at the Ventura County Main jail. https://www.dlawgroup.com/personal-trainer-keith-dudley-arrested-sexual-assault/ ▫️Cornelius coach arrested, accused of sex crimes against children in Ohio A Cornelius coach was arrested Monday for sex crimes against juveniles in Ohio. According to court documents, Jason Dawson was charged with pandering sexually oriented matter involving a minor and sexual exploitation of minor-material-film related to a situation in Columbus. https://www.wbtv.com/video/2024/03/30/cornelius-coach-arrested-accused-sex-crimes-against-children-ohio/ ▫️Illegal Alien Facing 9 Counts of Child Sex Crimes Arrested by ICE After Being Released by MA Court U.S. Immigrations and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents in Boston have arrested an unlawfully present Guatemalan national who has been charged with multiple sex crimes against minor victims in Massachusetts. ICE deportation officers with Enforcement and Removal Operations (ERO) Boston apprehended the 33-year-old Guatemalan illegal alien on Thursday, March 28, near his residence in Lynn, Mass. “This unlawfully present Guatemalan national has been charged with sex crimes against Massachusetts children,” said ERO Boston Field Office Director Todd Lyons. “His very presence in our community represents a dire threat to our residents.” » https://www.themainewire.com/2024/04/illegal-alien-facing-9-counts-of-child-sex-crimes-arrested-by-ice-after-being-released-by-ma-court/ » https://www.ice.gov/news/releases/ero-boston-apprehends-unlawfully-present-guatemalan-national-charged-child-sex-crimes ▫️EPD: Man arrested after kidnapping child at Walmart; child is safe EVANSVILLE — A man police described as a fentanyl dealer allegedly kidnapped a child in Evansville Saturday evening, leading officers on a chase that ended when officers said they safely rescued the child while holding her captor at gunpoint. Early Sunday morning, officers booked the accused kidnapper, 31-year-old Patrick Wayne Garrett, at the Vanderburgh County jail. » https://www.courierpress.com/story/news/local/2024/04/01/evansville-man-stole-minivan-abducted-child-from-evansville-walmart-epd-crime-police-indiana/73162795007/ » ▫️Mom who tried to kill daughter's alleged child molester found guilty of murder DEKALB COUNTY, Ga. - A mother accused of trying to take the law into her own hands, resulting in the shooting death of a teenager, was convicted of murder and other charges stemming from the March 2020 incident. On March 22, a DeKalb County jury found Danyale Harris, 42, guilty of charges of felony murder, aggravated assault, conspiracy to commit aggravated assault and possession of a firearm during the commission of a felony. According to the investigation, on March 31, 2020, Harris discovered a video of her daughter, who was 12 years old at the time, involved in a sexual act with a 22-year-old man, later identified as Antonio Harley. https://www.fox5atlanta.com/news/mom-who-tried-to-kill-daughters-alleged-child-molester-found-guilty-of-murder ▫️Anthony Coleman, Of Lynn, Charged With Sex Trafficking: Feds A Lynn man has been arrested and charged for allegedly sex trafficking three women who did not have jobs and were struggling with homelessness during the COVID-19 plandemic, officials announced Monday. Anthony Coleman, 34, is charged with three counts of sex trafficking by force, fraud, or coercion and one count of transporting a person for purposes of prostitution, the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Massachusetts said in a press release. » https://www.boston.com/news/crime/2024/04/01/lynn-man-charged-after-allegedly-sex-trafficking-3-women-amid-covid-pandemic/ » https://www.boston25news.com/news/local/feds-north-shore-man-facing-sex-trafficking-charges-forced-women-sell-themselves-during-pandemic/G45FFHC6BBC4BIDOLNJTP3B2AM/ » https://dailyvoice.com/massachusetts/essex/anthony-coleman-of-lynn-charged-with-sex-trafficking-feds/ ▫️Mission man sentenced for human trafficking A 30-year-old Mission resident has been sentenced for his role in a conspiracy to transport non U.S. citizens via commercial tractor-trailers, announced U.S. Attorney Alamdar S. Hamdani. Daniel Cantu Jr. pleaded guilty Aug. 23, 2022. The organization as a whole is responsible for transporting over 200 aliens from South Texas and further into the United States as part of the conspiracy. U.S. District Judge Drew B. Tipton has now ordered Cantu to serve a total of 110 months in federal prison to be immediately followed by three years of supervised release. https://www.victoriaadvocate.com/news/mission-man-sentenced-for-human-trafficking/article_34821af2-ed59-11ee-ae80-ab8fad4181b0.html ▫️Third Midland church leader being investigated for child sex crimes MIDLAND, Mich. - The individual in question is suspended from all church duties, pending the outcome of the investigation. This isn’t the first Living Word International Church member to be accused of misconduct. A WNEM-TV5 investigation this month revealed two other church leaders are accused of sexual misconduct. On Jan. 4, 2024, in a plea agreement, church elder and volunteer Brandon Saylor, 44, pleaded guilty to three counts of second-degree criminal sexual conduct with a child under 13. Six other charges were dropped. Midland County Sheriff Myron Greene confirmed to TV5 that Saylor knew his victims. On Nov. 28, 2023, Rev. James Randolph, 57, was arrested and charged with several criminal sexual conduct felonies. TV5 learned from an interview with a longtime church member that Randolph is the son-in-law of the ministry’s head, Mark Barclay. He is expected to go to trial in Midland County Circuit Court. » https://www.wnem.com/2024/03/29/third-midland-church-leader-being-investigated-child-sex-crimes/ (VIDEO) » https://keyt.com/cnn-regional/2024/03/30/third-midland-church-leader-being-investigated-for-child-sex-crimes/ ▫️Former JSO officer arrest: Child psychologist speaks about trauma to children Action News Jax has obtained Josue Garriga’s arrest warrant, which reveals disturbing new details of the incidents that led up to his arrest. The Clay County Sheriff’s Office had arrested the now former JSO officer on sexual assault charges, Wednesday. The arrest warrant says the 17-year-old victim had almost taken her life after talking on the phone with man later identified to be 34-year-old’s Josue Garriga. It says on March 7th, the mom found her teenage daughter “unconscious on her bed with a note in her hand.” After waking up, the victim admitted to trying to take her own life. “It’s a spiritual assault, as well as a physical assault,” child therapist Dr. Theresa Rulien. https://www.actionnewsjax.com/news/local/former-jso-officer-arrest-child-psychologist-speaks-about-trauma-children/TVRYNQIKNJDTXOJXTHVU4DV7AI/ ▫️Long Beach Man Charged with Transporting 14-Year-Old Arizona Runaway While Intending to Engage in Criminal Sexual Activity LOS ANGELES – A Long Beach man has been arrested on a federal criminal complaint alleging he traveled with a 14-year-old runaway from Arizona – whom he met in a Reddit internet forum – across state lines to his apartment, where he engaged in criminal sexual activity with her, the Justice Department announced today. Trevon Nathaniel Langstaff, 32, is charged with transportation of a minor with intent to engage in criminal sexual activity. The victim told a friend that she had met a man who harbored runaways and who currently had two other teenagers staying with him. Early Wednesday morning, law enforcement officials visited Langstaff’s Long Beach apartment to locate and rescue the victim. The victim was found hidden in a closet at Langstaff’s apartment, the affidavit alleges. https://www.justice.gov/usao-cdca/pr/long-beach-man-charged-transporting-14-year-old-arizona-runaway-while-intending-engage ▫️Eagle Pass CBP officers apprehend man wanted on felony warrant for child sex offense Jose Fidel Romero Puente, 53, a lawful permanent U.S. resident, was the subject of an outstanding felony arrest warrant for sex offense against a child-fondling issued by Travis County. https://www.cbp.gov/newsroom/local-media-release/eagle-pass-cbp-officers-apprehend-man-wanted-felony-warrant-child-sex ▫️Internet Crimes Against Wyoming Children Surge, Up 60% So Far This Year The number of predators abusing children continues to be on the rise in Wyoming as tips to law enforcement and arrests continue to surge. Chris McDonald, commander of the Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) task force for the Wyoming Division of Criminal Investigation, told Cowboy State Daily that he and his team have never been busier. In 2023, arrests were up 45% over the previous year. Last year, the agency fielded 817 tips that yielded 58 arrests. In 2022, McDonald’s crew arrested 40 suspects out of the 783 tips they received. https://cowboystatedaily.com/2024/03/30/internet-crimes-against-wyoming-children-surge-up-60-so-far-this-year/ ▫️Three East Idaho Men Sentenced to Federal Prison for Separate Sex Crimes Involving Minor Children On March 26, 2024, Jared Michael Crow, 24, of Idaho Falls, was sentenced to 257 months in federal prison for coercion and enticement of a minor. Eight minor-aged victims between the ages of 14 and 16 were identified. In a separate case, Shawn Michael Young, 50, of Pocatello was sentenced to ten years in federal prison for possession of child pornography, on March 26, 2024. A total of 4,438 images of child pornography, including prepubescent children, were identified on the phone. In an interview, Young admitted to downloading and viewing images of child pornography. In another separate case, Bradley Allen Pedersen, 41, of Rupert, was sentenced to five years in federal prison for attempted coercion and enticement of a minor on March 25, 2024. Pedersen repeatedly requested to meet the child for sex. On September 16, 2022, Pedersen traveled to meet the 14-year-old female at a pre-arranged location. Pedersen was arrested when he arrived at the meeting location. https://www.publicnow.com/view/7797551F202B32DBD0A3B5D622A2341447E9B204?1711669603 ▫️Atlantis PD warns of human trafficking scam ATLANTIS, Fla. (CBS12) — The Atlantis Police Department has received reports of a series of scam calls circulating in the agency's name. Scammers reportedly call members of the community using the department's phone number and claim to be officers. The callers purport to work with a "human trafficking task force," and threaten victims with arrest if they don't pay up, the police department reported. In social media posts, the department assures the public that they would never request payment through the phone, nor do they call anyone about arrests warrants, credit card fraud, vehicle liens or jury summons. Anyone who believes they've been targeted by the scam is urged to call the Atlantis Police Department at 561-965-1700 or report the scam at ReportFraud.tfc.gov. https://cbs12.com/news/local/atlantis-pd-warns-of-human-trafficking-scam-caller-fraud-scammer-atlantis-police-department-phone-number-arrest-warrant-credit-card-reportfraud-florida-march-29-2024# ▫️Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders directs Arkansas National Guard to officially deploy 40 guardsmen to aid Texas LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — Forty guardsmen with the Arkansas National Guard were deployed on Monday, April 1 to aid the Texas National Guard combat illegal immigration, drug trafficking, and human trafficking at the southern border. » https://www.ktlo.com/2024/04/01/governor-sanders-deploys-40-guardmen-to-southwest-border/ » https://www.thv11.com/article/news/local/arkansas-national-guard-deploys-40-guardsmen-to-texas-southern-border/91-91fecea6-e546-49c7-bb44-2f2224145efa ▫️East Texas Human Trafficking Awareness Event March 22, 2024 Bethesda Church hosted this event to educate and inform the community of the sex and drug trafficking issue in East Texas. ▫️State, interagency workgroup take steps to combat human trafficking The Pennsylvania Interagency Human Trafficking Workgroup this week held a human trafficking advocacy day and panel discussion at the state capitol building. Workgroup members were joined by survivors, elected officials, advocates, and law enforcement to discuss issues currently faced in the battle against human trafficking. https://www.timesleader.com/news/1650166/state-interagency-workgroup-take-steps-to-combat-human-trafficking ▫️End Human Trafficking: An Underground New England Community Forum | Wallingford, CT Apr 2, 7:00pm - 8:00pm | The Underground New England's panel discussion on human trafficking. The signs for recognizing a victim, awareness and prevention strategies, the prevalence of trafficking in Connecticut, and what you can do to help. There will be time for Q&A at the end of the presentation. https://wallingford.librarycalendar.com/event/end-human-trafficking-underground-new-england-community-forum-29604 ▫️Peace in Action to Participate in Ramapo College’s Sexual Assault Awareness Symposium Peace in Action, LLC has announced it is a sponsor of Ramapo College’s annual Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM) Symposium Event, which will take place on April 3 from 2 to 4:15pm at the college’s Trustees Pavilion. https://njbmagazine.com/njb-news-now/peace-in-action-to-participate-in-ramapo-colleges-sexual-assault-awareness-symposium/ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _

What the Hell was Biden thinking...

Oh, by the Way .... Huge crowd in Green Bay chants "USA! USA!" during the Trump rally.

"It's a border bloodbath and it's destroying our country"

For once, people watching CNN got to hear the truth... (All 3 of them)

Clarence H. “Clancy” Shoemaker, age 85 of DuBois, PA died Monday, April 1, 2024 at his home. Born on April 13, 1938 in Penfield, PA, he was the son of the late Warry H. and Mary E. (Bochert) Shoemaker. He was married to Joanne Allen Shoemaker. She preceded him in death in 2002. He then married Rebecca Muffie Shoemaker. She preceded him in death in 2023. Clancy was a graduate of Houston Township High School Class of 1956. He went on to graduate from Waynesburg College Class of 1962 with a Bachelor of Arts in Education with a minor in History and German. He began teaching in Maryland but his German minor led to a substitute opportunity at the DuBois Area High School which became a regular position as both a German and English Teacher for most of his over 40-year teaching career. Clancy led many trips to Europe with his students. In addition to teaching he was a professional contractor and enjoyed bowling, hunting, traveling and spending time with his family. Clancy is survived by three daughters (Whitney (Steve) Anthony of DuBois, PA, Charlene (Frank) Gaus of Bellefonte, PA and Amy (Glenn) Mack of Rossiter, PA), eight grandchildren, three great grandchildren, one brother (Merle W. Shoemaker), and numerous extended family. He was also preceded in death by one daughter (Janette L. Burkett, siblings (Warry and Richard Shoemaker, and Mary Lash). Visitation will be held on Thursday, April 4, 2024 from 4 – 7 PM at the Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium, Inc. A funeral service will be held on Friday, April 5, 2024 at 11 AM from the funeral home with Msgr. Richard Siefer officiating. Burial will take place in Conway Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to DuBois Relay For Life, PO Box 822, DuBois, PA 15801 and/or a charity of the donor’s choice. Online condolences can be sent to http://www.baronickfuneralhome.com/condolence

Patti Smith - Because The Night (1978)

Long Pine Reservoir which is south of Shippensburg, Pa.. > Chuck Kimmel

Pastor Bob Joyce Sermons Looking for Jesus (Sermon – 3/31/2024)

Barbara J. Jamison, age 63 of Brockport, PA died Thursday, March 28,2024 at her home. Born on February 9, 1961 in DuBois, PA, she was the daughter of the late Terrence and Carol (Palmer) Ward. She was a 1979 graduate of Brockway Area High School. On November 30, 1979 she married Edward D. Jamison. He survives. Barb was a homemaker, mother and grandma. She enjoyed reading and doing puzzles. Above all, she loved being with her family. Along with her husband, Barb is survived by two daughters (Trisha (Mark Shaffer) Thompson of Brookville, PA and Sara (Josh Rees) Jamison of Kersey, PA) , two grandchildren (Gavin Thompson and Nadalee Rowe), and one brother Brian Ward of Sanford, NC. She was preceded in death by one brother (Gregory Ward) and one sister (Terri Lynn Spears). Visitation will be held on Tuesday, April 2, 2024 from 5 – 7 PM at the Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium, Inc. A private funeral service will be held. Memorial donations may be made to the Hahne Cancer Center, 100 Hospital Avenue, DuBois, PA 15801. Online condolences can be sent to http://www.baronickfuneralhome.com/condolence

Dua Lipa: Don't Start Now

He is risen, Alleluia!! Happy Easter to all. Eric Weiss

Oh, by the Way .... Are you ready? (sorry for the Talk )