LOCAL NEWS - Monday, July 6, 2026

NEWPORT FIRE KILLS FOUR

Pennsylvania State Police at Newport are investigating a residential fire on North Front Street in Newport Borough, Perry County.

A around 3:30 Sunday morning crews responded to a fire at a residence on North Front Street. Upon arrival the bodies of a 38 year old male and three juveniles were found in the structure.

The cause of the fire remains under investigation. Anyone with information is asked to contact State Police at Newport at 717-567-3110. Any security footage that anyone may have is also requested.

GEORGIA, TEXAS RESIDENTS INVOLVED IN WALKER TOWNSHIP DUI

Pennsylvania State Police investigated an incident on William Penn Highway in Walker Township, Juniata County.

A female called PSP and stated that a known male from an earlier altercation contacted her husband and began attempting to fight with him.

The male, identified as Leudis Hechabarria Pupo, 49 of Gainsville, Georgia, fled in a black Toyota SUV. Police located Hechavarria Pupo a short distance from the scene. An odor of alcohol was detected. Tests were conducted and Hechvarria Pupo was determined to be under the influence of alcohol.

Charges will be filed through Magisterial District Court.

HEAVY RAIN AND STORMS IMPACT THE AREA

Old 22 near the village of Mexico. (Photo courtesy of Lindsay Myers)

Heavy rain and severe Thunderstorms impacted a large part of the area Sunday evening.

Flooding was reported in a few areas. A portion of Perry County was under a Tornado Warning for part of the evening.

Flooding was also reported on Old Route 22 in Mexico and on Route 75 near Spruce Hill Lunch.

FINAL NIGHT OF SPEEDWEEK CANCELLED

The weather also forced the cancellation of the final PA Sprint Speedweek program. The event was scheduled for Selinsgrove Speedway.

MILFORD TOWNSHIP DOMESTIC TURNS PHYSICAL

Pennsylvania State Police at Lewistown responded to Cottage Road in Milford Township, Juniata County.

Shyann Hileman, 30 of Mifflin, reported a domestic incident with her fiance Tyler Smith, 31 of Mifflin. Upon arrival police learned that the argument had become physical.

Charges of harassment against both Smith and Hileman have been filed.