Milton man sought by police
WATSONTOWN — Watsontown police are seeking a Milton man for whom they hold felony warrants.
David L. Messimer, 46, whose last known address was Rear 45 S. Third St., Milton, is sought on charges of criminal attempt to obtain prescription drugs, possession of a controlled substance and possession with intent to deliver a controlled substance.
Authorities said Messimer has brown hair and hazel eyes. He is 5 feet, 10 inches tall and weighs 200 pounds.
Anyone with information about his whereabouts is asked to call Watsontown police at 538-2773 or 742-8771.
Donations sought for kitten with eye infection
DANVILLE — Trina, a gray calico kitten, and her mother were abandoned on a doorstep.
Trina’s eyes had an infection caused from feline rhinotracheitis, and because it was not treated and left go so long, the infection is out of control. Trina needs to have both eyes removed. Veterinarians are optimistic about her prognosis because she is so young and is a fighter, according to Cyndi Lindenmuth, of the no-kill Animal Resource Center rescue organization.
The surgery will cost $600 to $700. “We really think she is worth saving and would be ever so grateful for any donations we receive,” she said.
“The vet has told us blind animals fare well. She’s already blind and seems to be very sweet and happy,” she said.
Trina and her mother, who hasn’t been named, also need homes.
Donations may be sent to the Animal Resource Center, 301A Boone Road, Bloomsburg, PA 17815.
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Belfanti extends office hours
DANVILLE — State Rep. Robert E. Belfanti Jr., D-107 of Mount Carmel, has extended the hours of his Danville office.
The office, at 14 W. Market St., now is open from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Tuesdays through Fridays. The office is maintained by Rep. Belfanti’s Montour County legislative assistant, Wilbur Kelly.
Information on the services available through the office may be obtained by calling 271-1460.
Mother’s Time Out set for Jan. 21
LEWISBURG — Mother’s Time Out will be held Jan. 21 at Buffalo Mennonite Church, Lewisburg.
“Picnic in January” is the topic of the meeting, which will be held from 9 to 11 a.m. It also will be “Kids Teddy Bear Picnic Day.”
A homeschool class is available.
For information about the group, call 546-5552 or 922-4463.
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