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July 1, 2020 · 20 Comments

OSN COVERAGE OF TUCSON PROTEST – SEE THE VIDEO!

Play video below to see the OSN’s exclusive coverage of the May 31st protests in Tucson, Arizona

June 1, 2020 · 2 Comments

Protester: “I’m Doing This For My Kids”

“I doing this for my kids. I know someone did this for me in the past and that’s why I’m able to stand here today. I’m protesting against racism and … Continue reading

June 1, 2020 · 1 Comment

PIC AND ROPE: TUCSON BIZ OWNERS BOARD UP WINDOWS

The OSN is in position in Tucson, AZ tonight to cover the continuation of protests sparked by the death of George Floyd. Business owners on Fourth Ave have begun boarding … Continue reading

June 1, 2020 · Leave a comment

BREAKING: GOV ANNOUNCES STATE OF EMERGENCY IN AZ 8 PM CURFEW

Doug Ducey has declared a state of emergency in Arizona. A statement from the Governors office read “At the request of local leaders and in coordination with state and local … Continue reading

May 31, 2020 · 1 Comment

OSN TOP STORIES OF MAY 2020

Here are the OSN Top Stories of the month for MAY 2020~ 1 COME ON IN! PATAGONIA RESTAURANTS NOW HAVE INDOOR SEATING 2. PATAGONIA PREPS FOR REOPENING 3. Tips For Aspiring Journalists — … Continue reading

May 31, 2020 · 1 Comment

JUNE OSN HITS THE STREETS

The JUNE 2020 issue of the Orange Street News has hit the streets! This issue is — once again– a special CORONAVIRUS Issue with coverage from both local and national … Continue reading

May 27, 2020 · 1 Comment

COME ON IN! PATAGONIA RESTAURANTS NOW HAVE INDOOR SEATING

By Hilde Kate Lysiak May 14, 2020 Patagonia restaurants are asking hungry residents to come in and take a seat. After the coronavirus caused eateries around the community to shut … Continue reading

May 14, 2020 · 2 Comments

HAVE YOU SEEN “JOEE”? REWARD OFFERED FOR MISSING DOG

By Hilde Kate Lysiak May 14, 2020 A dog is missing near the Patagonia lake and the family is asking for the public’s help. Joee went missing at 7am in … Continue reading

May 14, 2020 · Leave a comment

PATAGONIA PREPS FOR REOPENING

By Hilde Kate Lysiak March 8, 2020 Businesses in Patagonia are gearing up for a grand reopening after the coronavirus shut down. “We will be opening back up on May … Continue reading

May 8, 2020 · 3 Comments

Tips For Aspiring Journalists — World Press Freedom Day

Since Home Before Dark began on Apple TV a lot of aspiring journalists have reached out to me asking how to begin a paper of their own. Well, it all begins one … Continue reading

May 3, 2020 · 3 Comments

EDITORIAL A Message on World Press Freedom Day –FREE GULMIRE IMIN

By Hilde Kate Lysiak Today is World Press Freedom Day. It is a day that the people remind governments around the world of their duty to respect the freedoms of … Continue reading

May 3, 2020 · Leave a comment

MAY ISSUE OSN HITS THE STREETS

The May 2020 issue of the Orange Street News has hit the streets! This issue is a special CORONAVIRUS Issue with coverage from both local and national angles Order through … Continue reading

May 1, 2020 · Leave a comment

OSN Top Stories of the Month APRIL

Here are the OSN Top Stories of the month for APRIL 2020~ 1 BREAKING: OSN Has Learned That Linda Tripp, Whose Recordings Used in Clinton Impeachment, Near Death 2. EDITORIAL: OSN DEMANDS … Continue reading

May 1, 2020 · Leave a comment

GUEST REPORTER FROM QINGDAO CHINA: LIFE SLOWLY CREEPING BACK TO NORMAL UNDER CORONAVIRUS

By Alexandrea He  GUEST WRITER SPECIAL TO THE OSN Driving along the streets of Qingdao, a coastal city from the Shandong province, I see masks on the faces of every pedestrian. Months … Continue reading

April 28, 2020 · Leave a comment

PATAGONIA WAITING ON GOVERNOR FOR GUIDANCE ON REOPENING

By Hilde Kate Lysiak April 22, 2020 Patagonia is waiting on orders from the governor to reopen the town as other states have already begun moving to reopen their economies. … Continue reading

April 23, 2020 · Leave a comment

EXCLUSIVE: VAN NEST HEARING SUSPENDED DUE TO CORONAVIRUS CONCERNS

By Hilde Kate Lysiak April 20, 2020 The hearing for Patagonia’s alleged stabbing suspect has been delayed because of the coronavirus, according to court documents obtained by the Orange Street … Continue reading

April 20, 2020 · Leave a comment

EXCLUSIVE: POLICE CALLED ON TOWN MANAGER AFTER LOCAL BIZ OWNER CLAIMS THREAT – VIDEO

By Hilde Kate Lysiak 4/16/2020 A local business owner banned the Town Manager of Patagonia from his restaurant after claiming his biz was threatened by the official during a dispute … Continue reading

April 16, 2020 · 5 Comments

GLIMMER OF HOPE? CLOSED PATAGONIA BIZ REOPENING FOR TAKEOUT

By Hilde Kate Lysiak There is a spark of life in the Patagonia business community. The Crown Taqueria announced that it will be opening back up starting today for takeout … Continue reading

April 14, 2020 · Leave a comment

AZ Health Depart: 1-5 Confirmed Cases of Coronavirus in Patagonia

By Hilde Kate Lysiak 4/13/2020 There are between 1-5 confirmed cases of the coronavirus in Patagonia’s 85624 zip code, according to data published on Sunday by the Arizona Department of … Continue reading

April 13, 2020 · 2 Comments

OSN MAY 2020 Print Edition Hits the Streets!

The May 2020 issue of the Orange Street News has hit the streets! This issue is a special CORONAVIRUS Issue with coverage from both local and national angles Order through … Continue reading

April 11, 2020 · 4 Comments

EDITORIAL: OSN DEMANDS SAME RESPECT OTHER MEDIA RECEIVE

The Orange Street News received some exclusive news last last.  That Linda Tripp, whose recordings were used in the Clinton Impeachment, was on her death bed. A family member wrote … Continue reading

April 11, 2020 · 7 Comments

Coronavirus in Patagonia? Silence By Health Officials Leads to Rumors

By Hilde Kate Lysiak  April 9th, 2020 The refusal by local health officials to reveal if there are any confirmed cases of the coronavirus in Patagonia has led to rumors … Continue reading

April 9, 2020 · 3 Comments

BREAKING: OSN Has Learned That Linda Tripp, Whose Recordings Used in Clinton Impeachment, Near Death

BREAKING Linda Tripp, whose recordings were used in the Clinton Impeachment, is on her death bed. A family member wrote that Tripp is “leaving this earth.” and asked people to … Continue reading

April 8, 2020 · 2 Comments

LOCAL GROCERS SEE BIZ BOOM DUE TO CORONAVIRUS

By Hilde Kate Lysiak April 7, 2020 The coronavirus is causing the small grocers of Patagonia to see an increase in business — and appreciation. Instead of traveling to heavy … Continue reading

April 7, 2020 · 2 Comments

Pic and Rope: Free Fresh Produce Being Handed out in Patagonia

Residents practice social distancing as they wait in line at the town center for fresh produce. Everyone working the stand is wearing masks and gloves.

April 6, 2020 · Leave a comment

UPDATE! OSN LIVE Interview with Quarantined Resident of Turin, Italy MORE GOOD NEWS! — SEE THE VIDEO

LIVE INTERVIEW with resident Silvia Raiteri from Turin, Italy about the ongoing crisis and what it means to America.

April 5, 2020 · Leave a comment

EXCLUSIVE Man Threatened With $2,500 Fine For Being at Park

By Hilde Kate Lysiak April 1, 2020 Entering Richardson Park can be a costly a mistake! After Arizona was placed under lockdown, town manager Ronald Robinson made the decision to … Continue reading

April 1, 2020 · 1 Comment

OSN APRIL 2020 Print Edition Hits the Streets!

The April 2020 issue of the Orange Street News has hit the streets! This issue is a special CORONAVIRUS Issue with coverage from both local and national angles Order through … Continue reading

April 1, 2020 · 1 Comment

OSN Top Stories of the Month MARCH

Here are the OSN Top Stories of the month for March 2020~ 1 BIG FOOT SPOTTED IN PATAGONIA? 2. Patagonia Restaurant Closing For Two Weeks – Donating All Food to Local … Continue reading

April 1, 2020 · Leave a comment

Local Coffee Shop Shuts Doors – Claims Can’t Ensure Customer Safety.

By Hilde Kate Lysiak March 31, 2020 The Gathering Grounds says that the number of out of towners coming through the door have led them to shut down the popular … Continue reading

March 31, 2020 · Leave a comment

STAY AT HOME ORDER IN PLACE FOR ARIZONA TO BATTLE THE CORONAVIRUS

By Hilde Kate Lysiak 3/31/2020 Arizona has issued a stay at home order until at least April 30th, 2020. The stay at home order, requires Arizona citizens to only leave … Continue reading

March 31, 2020 · Leave a comment

Arizona Schools Shut Down for the Rest of the Year

By Hilde Kate Lysiak 3/29/2020 Gov. Doug Ducey has announced that Arizona schools will be closed for the rest of the year due to the coronavirus. Ducey released in a … Continue reading

March 30, 2020 · Leave a comment

OSN LIVE Interview with Quarantined Resident of Turin, Italy SAYS GOOD NEWS! — SEE THE VIDEO

LIVE INTERVIEW with resident Silvia Raiteri from Turin, Italy about the ongoing crisis and what it meant to America.

March 29, 2020 · 13 Comments

PATAGONIA POST OFFICE TAKES EXTRA MEASURES AMID CORONAVIRUS

By Hilde Kate Lysiak The post office is taking extra precautions due to the coronavirus. The post office at 100 N Taylor Ave, Patagonia, is making sure that it is … Continue reading

March 27, 2020 · Leave a comment

PICK UP YOUR COPY OF THE OSN CORONAVIRUS SPECIAL EDITION FREE AT THESE LOCAL PATAGONIA BUSINESSES

The Orange Street News Special Eight Page Coronavirus Edition has been distributed around Patagonia — Go to these great local businesses to pick up your free copy! Gathering Grounds, The … Continue reading

March 26, 2020 · Leave a comment

OFFICIAL: TRUMP’S GOAL TO REOPEN BUSINESSES BY EASTER MIGHT BE TOO EARLY FOR PATAGONIA

By Hilde Kate Lysiak 3/26/20 President Trump’s plan to start re-opening businesses by Easter might not be ideal for Patagonia, according to town officials. The Orange Street News talked to … Continue reading

March 26, 2020 · 3 Comments

Patagonia Restaurants Still Cooking – Asking Public For Continued Support

By Hilde Kate Lysiak 3/24/2020 Restaurants in Patagonia may not be able to seat customers, but are still open and in need of support. The OSN went to local eateries … Continue reading

March 24, 2020 · Leave a comment

Patagonia Health Expert: Unless Severe Respiratory Problems, Residents with Symptoms Should "Stay Home, Drink Plenty of Fluids" READ FULL INTERVIEW

By Hilde Kate Lysiak 3/23/2020 The Orange Street News spoke with Patagonia Health Center Nurse Practitioner Timothy Penniston about a range of issues including the testing process, symptoms to look … Continue reading

March 23, 2020 · 1 Comment

OSN Interview with Quarentined Resident of Turin, Italy After Deadliest Day Yet — SEE THE VIDEO

LIVE INTERVIEW with resident Silvia Raiteri from Turin, Italy about the ongoing crisis and what it meant to America.

March 22, 2020 · 4 Comments

CANCELLED CHURCH SERVICE TO BE HELD OVER AIRWAVES

By Hilde Kate Lysiak March 21, 2020 A local church is hosting its Sunday service over the radio to try to stop spreading the coronavirus. After the town of Patagonia … Continue reading

March 21, 2020 · 1 Comment

PATAGONIA MEDICAL CLINIC CLOSED

By Hilde Kate Lysiak A sign on the door reads that the Patagonia Health Center is closed on Saturdays and Sundays. The next closest facility is the Mariposa Community Health … Continue reading

March 21, 2020 · Leave a comment

PATAGONIA SCHOOLS CANCELED UNTIL APRIL 10TH

By Hilde Kate Lysiak March 20, 2020 Gov. Doug Ducey and Superintendent Kathy Hoffman announced that Arizona public schools will be delayed until April 10th to try to stop the … Continue reading

March 20, 2020 · Leave a comment

Patagonia Church Suspends Service – Hopes to Open in Time for Easter Sunday

By Hilde Kate Lysiak March 20, 2020 A local church has suspended its meetings because of the coronavirus. After the town of Patagonia was announced to be in a state … Continue reading

March 20, 2020 · 1 Comment

OSN RELEASES SPECIAL EDITION CORONAVIRUS ISSUE

The Orange Street News has decided to release a special edition full eight page issue of coverage of the coronavirus. The OSN covers it from multiple angles, covering the local … Continue reading

March 19, 2020 · 1 Comment

Are YOU a Senior Citizen in Need of Supplies? Don’t Go Out! CONTACT OSN!

Earlier this morning Patagonia declared a state of emergency. While there have been no confirmed cases of coronavirus as of this morning — now is the time to protect those … Continue reading

March 19, 2020 · 1 Comment

BREAKING: PATAGONIA IN STATE OF EMERGENCY!

By Hilde Kate Lysiak March 19, 2020 A State of Emergency has been declared for Patagonia. Businesses have not been forced to close, but are asked to take precautions. “It … Continue reading

March 19, 2020 · 2 Comments

Toilet Paper Shortage Causes Local Business to Shut Down

By Hilde Kate Lysiak March 18, 2020 A business is closing temporarily because no toilet paper is available. Patagonia Health and Fitness, on 316 Naugle Ave, says they were forced … Continue reading

March 18, 2020 · Leave a comment

Patagonia Restaurant Closing For Two Weeks – Donating All Food to Local Seniors

By Hilde Kate Lysiak March 18, 2020 A Patagonia restaurant is making the best out of a bad situation. James and Alexis Banks, the owners of Crown B Taqueria has … Continue reading

March 18, 2020 · 2 Comments

Patagonia Biz’s Hurting – Coffee Shop “Can’t shut down” – Other Restaurants Remain Open Despite Outbreak

By Hilde Kate Lysiak  3/18/20 Patagonia’s most popular coffee shop and restaurant is determined to keep the lights on as long as possible along with several other local restaurants –despite … Continue reading

March 18, 2020 · Leave a comment

Patagonia Business Prepare for Shut Down – Say Could be Devastating

By Hilde Kate Lysiak 3/17/20 Patagonia businesses are preparing for a shut down amid concerns over coronavirus that some say could cripple local business. Ten states, including California, New York, … Continue reading

March 17, 2020 · Leave a comment

GOVERNOR ORDERS PATAGONIA SCHOOLS OFF UNTIL THE 27

By Hilde Kate Lysiak Gov. Doug Ducey announced earlier today that all Arizona schools will closed through March 27 starting Monday. “The safest place for children during this time is … Continue reading

March 15, 2020 · Leave a comment

Patagonia Business Already Feeling Symptoms of Coronavirus

By Hilde Kate Lysiak 2/15/20 Despite Patagonia having zero reported cases of the coronavirus, local businesses are starting to feel the symptoms. The Crown Taqueria, one of only four restaurants … Continue reading

March 15, 2020 · Leave a comment

OSN Interviews Quarantined Resident of Turin, Italy About Coronavirus

March 15, 2020 · 1 Comment

PATAGONIA HEALTH CLINIC STILL WAITING FOR CORONAVIRUS TEST KITS

By Hilde Kate Lysiak 3/14/20 The Patagonia Health Center is still waiting for test kits. “We haven’t gotten them yet,” Health Center employee Fernando Latin told the Orange Street News … Continue reading

March 14, 2020 · 1 Comment

Patagonia School Preparing Students in the Case of Suspended Classes Due to Coronavirus Outbreak

By Hilde Kate Lysiak 3/13/20 Patagonia High School is considering extending Spring Break an extra week among other measures in response to the Coronavirus threat that has been sweeping the … Continue reading

March 13, 2020 · 1 Comment

BIG FOOT SPOTTED IN PATAGONIA?

By Hilde Kate Lysiak 3/11/20 A local man believes the legendary big foot might be on the lose in Patagonia — and claims to have seen the beast with his … Continue reading

March 11, 2020 · 4 Comments

Health Expert: Coronavirus Coming to Patagonia

By Hilde Kate Lysiak 3/10/20 It is only a matter of time before Coronavirus hits Patagonia, according to a local medical professional. Timothy Penniston, a nurse practitioner at the Patagonia … Continue reading

March 10, 2020 · 4 Comments

“Feminist Rendition” of Catcher in the Rye to be Performed at Tin Shed

FULL DISCLOSURE: OSN PUBLISHER HILDE LYSIAK WILL BE PERFORMING IN THE SHOW AND IS FRIENDS WITH THE SHOW’S WRITER/DIRECTOR By Hilde Kate Lysiak 3/5/20 A “feminist rendition” of the classic … Continue reading

March 5, 2020 · 1 Comment

OSN March 2020 Print Edition Hits the Streets!

The March 2020 issue of the Orange Street News has hit the streets! This issue is a special ELECTION 2020 Issue with OSN coverage of the debate in Las Vegas … Continue reading

March 1, 2020 · Leave a comment

OSN Top Stories of the Month February

Here are the OSN Top Stories of the month for February 2020~ 1 OSN DEBATE COVERAGE: Debate Candidates Trash Each Other, Ignore Young People 2. Epic Fail: The OSN Experience at the … Continue reading

March 1, 2020 · Leave a comment

Epic Fail: The OSN Experience at the Democratic Debate

By Hilde Kate Lysiak 2/26/20 I had studied each one of the candidates frontwards, backwards, and every which way imaginable. I had memorized my questions. I was armed with good … Continue reading

February 26, 2020 · 10 Comments

EDITORIAL: END TAXATION WITHOUT REPRESENTATION – ALLOW YOUNGER TAXPAYERS TO VOTE

By Hilde Lysiak Millions of Americans who were watching Wednesday night’s Democratic debate in Las Vegas are living without a basic constitutional right.  They pay taxes and can be sentenced … Continue reading

February 21, 2020 · 4 Comments

OSN DEBATE COVERAGE: Debate Candidates Trash Each Other, Ignore Young People

By Hilde Kate Lysiak  LAS VEGAS, N.V. —For younger voters, the Democratic presidential debate offered little substance on their most important issues, with candidates instead dedicating much of their time on … Continue reading

February 19, 2020 · 4 Comments

OSN EDITORIAL: AN OPEN LETTER TO PRESIDENTIAL CANDIDATES

Dear Candidates, For the last sixty days the Orange Street News has been attempting to reach all of you — and has been failing miserably. The OSN has sent countless … Continue reading

February 10, 2020 · 3 Comments

OSN February 2020 Print Edition Hits the Streets!

The FEBRUARY 2020 issue of the Orange Street News has hit the streets! This issue’s front page features an exclusive interview with a Patagonia Pastor who had to make a … Continue reading

February 9, 2020 · Leave a comment

OSN Top Stories of the Month JANUARY

Here are the OSN Top Stories of the month for January 2020~ 1 New Taco Restaurant Opening in Patagonia A Labor of Love 2. EXCLUSIVE “New Information” Delays Van Nest Case, Plea … Continue reading

February 9, 2020 · Leave a comment

Patagonia Pastor sides with LGBTQ on Gay Marriage Issue that Could Split United Methodist Church

By Hilde Kate Lysiak 2/8/20 Disagreements over gay marriage in the United Methodist church, could lead to the church splitting in two– forcing some residents in Patagonia, including the Pastor, … Continue reading

February 9, 2020 · 3 Comments

EXCLUSIVE “New Information” Delays Van Nest Case, Plea Moved to April 10

New Information” including “videos” and “pictures” has bumped back the change of plea hearing for the Patagonia man charged with attempted murder. Charles Van Nest’s attorney Michael Storie told the … Continue reading

February 7, 2020 · 1 Comment

OSN SHORT STORY #RealLife30

By Hilde Kate Lysiak As I sat starring into my phone a little voice inside my head told me I should probably get up. There was a lot of blood, … Continue reading

February 7, 2020 · 1 Comment

EXCLUSIVE Van Nest to Change Plea

By Hilde Kate Lysiak 2/4/20 The local man who earlier this year plead guilty to the charge of attempted murder will soon be changing his plea, according to documents obtained … Continue reading

February 4, 2020 · 3 Comments

OSN January 2020 Print Edition Hits the Streets!

The JANUARY 2020 issue of the Orange Street News has hit the streets! This issue’s front page features the exclusive story of a man’s unsuccessful attempt to cross the wash … Continue reading

January 3, 2020 · Leave a comment

OSN Top Stories of 2019! Stabbings, Border Wall Jumping, Obamas, Drug Dealers — and Lions, Oh My!

The decade has come to a close and what an amazing decade it has been! This was a busy year. The OSN said goodbye to Selinsgrove, then led the way … Continue reading

January 2, 2020 · Leave a comment

New Taco Restaurant Opening in Patagonia A Labor of Love

By Hilde Kate Lysiak 01/02/20 A new restaurant opening in Patagonia hopes to bring the community together. Taqueria will open it doors mid-January at 328 Naugle Ave, according to owners … Continue reading

January 2, 2020 · 3 Comments

EXCLUSIVE Van Nest Pleads “Not Guilty”

By Hilde Kate Lysiak 12/11/19 The man who allegedly stabbed a Patagonia woman plead “not guilty” to all charges at a hearing on Monday. Charles Van Nest, the man who … Continue reading

December 11, 2019 · Leave a comment

EXCLUSIVE Patagonia Stabbing Suspect Arraignment Rescheduled Due to”Conflict of Interest”

By Hilde Kate Lysiak 12/04/19 The judge in the Patagonia stabbing suspect’s hearing has reassigned the case and the hearing has been delayed due to a conflict of interest, the … Continue reading

December 4, 2019 · Leave a comment

EXCLUSIVE Man Abandons Car, Swims To Safety, After Failed Attempt to Drive Through Patagonia Wash SEE THE PICTURES!

By Hilde Kate Lysiak 12/1/19 A Tucson man visiting Patagonia for the holidays has much to be thankful for after nearly escaping with his life following a failed attempt to … Continue reading

December 1, 2019 · 1 Comment

OSN DECEMBER PRINT ISSUE HITS THE STREETS!

The DECEMBER 2019 issue of the Orange Street News has hit the streets! This issue continues the OSN’s EXCLUSIVE COVERAGE on the horrific stabbing in Patagonia! For a one year … Continue reading

December 1, 2019 · Leave a comment

OSN SHORT STORY – The Dark Wooden Sky

By Hilde Kate Lysiak Lilly had been new at the school that I taught at, she might have been seven or eight atthe time. I liked her a lot and … Continue reading

December 1, 2019 · Leave a comment

EXCLUSIVE Patagonia Man Who Allegedly Stabbed a Woman Waives Right to Preliminary Hearing

By Hilde Kate Lysiak 11/21/19 The Patagonia man who allegedly stabbed his ex-girlfriend has passed up his right to a preliminary hearing on 11/20/19. Charles Van Nest, the Patagonia man … Continue reading

November 21, 2019 · 1 Comment

OSN Top Stories of the Month OCTOBER

Here are the OSN Top Stories of the month for October 2019~ 1 EDITORIAL: The People Of Patagonia Deserve Better 2. EXCLUSIVE Witness: Suspect “Happy” and “Drinking Beer” Hours Before Stabbing … Continue reading

November 12, 2019 · Leave a comment

Nov Print Issue OSN Hits the Streets!

The NOVEMBER 2019 issue of the Orange Street News has hit the streets! This issue is full of the OSN’s EXCLUSIVE COVERAGE on the horrific stabbing in Patagonia! For a … Continue reading

November 12, 2019 · Leave a comment

EXCLUSIVE: Alleged Patagonia Stabber Used “ICE PICK” — SEE DOCUMENTS

By Hilde Kate Lysiak 10/15/2019 The Patagonia stabbing suspect used an ice pick in an attempt to kill his victim, according to new court documents obtained by the OSN. In … Continue reading

October 15, 2019 · Leave a comment

EXCLUSIVE: Patagonia Stabbing Suspect Admitted Kidnapping GF By Gun Point, Released After Serving One Year in Jail SEE THE DOCUMENTS

By Hilde Kate Lysiak 10/10/2019 EXCLUSIVE: The OSN has learned that Patagonia stabbing suspect Charles Van Nest had kidnapped a woman at gun point twenty years ago — only to … Continue reading

October 10, 2019 · 7 Comments

BREAKING: CHARLES VAN NEST ARRESTED

The manhunt is over. Marshal Joseph Patterson confirmed to the OSN that the suspect Charles Van Nest is in custody. The police swarmed trailer court house number 295 off of … Continue reading

October 9, 2019 · Leave a comment

EXCLUSIVE Witness: Suspect “Happy” and “Drinking Beer” Hours Before Stabbing — New Documents Obtained by OSN Show Potential Marshal Conflict

By Hilde Kate Lysiak  October 9, 2019   Four days after a violent suspect fled from law enforcement new details have emerged about both the suspect and a potential conflict of … Continue reading

October 9, 2019 · 1 Comment

EDITORIAL: The People Of Patagonia Deserve Better

By Hilde Kate LysiakOctober 8, 2019 Justice is not being served in Patagonia, Arizona. On Friday night a terrible crime happened. A local woman was stabbed several times in the … Continue reading

October 8, 2019 · 14 Comments

EXCLUSIVE: STABBING SUSPECT STILL ON LOOSE, PATAGONIA ON EDGE — SCHOOL INCREASES SECURITY

By Hilde Kate Lysiak Three days after allegedly stabbing a local woman in the neck several times suspect Charles Van Nest is still on the loose — and the community … Continue reading

October 7, 2019 · 9 Comments

MANHUNT: HAVE YOU SEEN THIS MAN? STABBING SUSPECT ON THE LOOSE

By Hilde Kate Lysiak 10/5/2019 A picture of stabbing suspect Charles Van Nest was released by the Santa Cruz County Sheriff’s office to Nogales International as more details have emerged … Continue reading

October 6, 2019 · 4 Comments

OCTOBER PRINT EDITION HITS THE STREETS!

The OCTOBER 2019 issue of the Orange Street News has hit the streets! For a one year subscription to the Orange Street News please send a check or cash of … Continue reading

October 6, 2019 · Leave a comment

OSN Top Stories of the Month September

Here are the OSN Top Stories of the month for September 2019~ 1 OSN EDITORIAL Thanks, But No Thanks Bernie 2. OSN EDITORIAL: To The Class of 2019 3. EXCLUSIVE: MICHELLE OBAMA … Continue reading

October 6, 2019 · Leave a comment

OSN SHORT STORY: WALKING ON SIDEWALKS

By Hilde Kate Lysiak I don’t know where I am. I mean I know where I am, but I don’t know where I am. As I walked down the street … Continue reading

October 6, 2019 · Leave a comment

BREAKING EXCLUSIVE: MANHUNT IN PATAGONIA SUSPECT STILL ON THE LOOSE POLICE DRAW GUNS ON THIRD AVE YOUTH CENTER ON LOCK DOWN

By Hilde Kate Lysiak 10/5/2019 A manhunt is underway for the suspect who allegedly stabbed a Patagonia woman several times in the neck last night. The Orange Street News has … Continue reading

October 6, 2019 · 2 Comments

UPDATE BREAKING EXCLUSIVE: PATAGONIA WOMAN STABBED “SEVERAL” TIMES IN CRITICAL CONDITION – SUSPECT STILL ON THE LOOSE

BREAKING EXCLUSIVE MUST CREDIT ORANGE STREET NEWS By Hilde Kate Lysiak  10/5/19 A local woman is in critical condition after being stabbed “several” times in the neck last night near … Continue reading

October 5, 2019 · 1 Comment

BREAKING EXCLUSIVE: STABBING IN PATAGONIA

BREAKING EXCLUSIVE MUST CREDIT ORANGE STREET NEWS By Hilde Kate Lysiak  10/5/19 A stabbing happened last night near Third Avenue in Patagonia, Arizona, the OSN has confirmed. A heavy police … Continue reading

October 5, 2019 · 3 Comments

SEPTEMBER 2019 OSN PRINT EDITION HITS THE STREETS!

The SEPTEMBER 2019 issue of the Orange Street News has hit the streets! As many of you might have guessed, the cover story is the news making exclusive Michelle Obama … Continue reading

September 1, 2019 · Leave a comment

OSN Top Stories of the MONTH AUGUST

Here are the OSN Top Stories of the month for August 2019~ 1 OSN EDITORIAL Thanks, But No Thanks Bernie 2.FACES OF PATAGONIA: Paula Wittner 3. EXCLUSIVE: MICHELLE OBAMA TELLS OSN “ZERO … Continue reading

September 1, 2019 · Leave a comment

OSN EDITORIAL Thanks, But No Thanks Bernie

By Hilde Kate Lysiak NOTE FROM THE PUBLISHER: THIS IS NOT A STATEMENT ON THE CANDIDACY OF BERNIE SANDERS (THE OSN DOESN’T GET INTO POLITICS), BUT JUST ONE VIEW OF … Continue reading

August 27, 2019 · 9 Comments

FACES OF PATAGONIA: Paula Wittner

This is the first story out of a new OSN series “FACES OF PATAGONIA” which hopes to bring to life profiles of every day residents of one small town in … Continue reading

August 18, 2019 · 7 Comments

EXCLUSIVE: MICHELLE OBAMA TELLS OSN “ZERO CHANCE” RUNNING FOR PRESIDENT

INTERVIEW BY HILDE LYSIAK (NOTE: THIS INTERVIEW ORIGINALLY APPEARED IN THE AUGUST/SEPTEMBER PRINT EDITION OF THE NATIONAL) I was just 2 years old when Michelle Obama became first lady. When … Continue reading

August 18, 2019 · 9 Comments

AUGUST 2019 OSN PRINT EDITION HITS THE STREETS! LAST FROM SELINSGROVE!

The AUGUST 2019 issue of the Orange Street News has hit the streets! I am sad to say that this issue will be the last coming from Selinsgrove. For a … Continue reading

August 4, 2019 · 4 Comments

OSN Top Stories of the MONTH July

Here are the OSN Top Stories of the month for JULY 2019~ 1 EDITORIAL – A Final Goodbye to Selinsgrove 2. Shamokin Dam Man Allegedly Threatens Ex-GF “Break Skull into Million Pieces” … Continue reading

August 4, 2019 · Leave a comment

EDITORIAL – A Final Goodbye to Selinsgrove

Hi, this is Hilde Kate Lysiak, the publisher of the Orange Street News. Many of you have reached out to me to ask why I haven’t been publishing many stories … Continue reading

July 29, 2019 · 26 Comments

Sunbury Man Allegedly Found with Drug Paraphernalia

By Hilde Kate Lysiak July 14, 2019 A Sunbury man was charged after allegedly being found with drug paraphernalia in his car 4/30/19, according to police. Michael Scott Harlon was … Continue reading

July 14, 2019 · 4 Comments

Local Man Allegedly Attempted to Strangle his Wife

By Hilde Kate Lysiak July 14, 2019 A Sunbury man was charged after allegedly strangling a woman delivering his mail to him, at 6/27/19, at Econo Lodge, according to police. … Continue reading

July 14, 2019 · 1 Comment

Woman Allegedly Attempted to Switch Barcode on High Priced Items to Pay Lower Prices

By Hilde Kate Lysiak A Beaverton woman was charged after allegedly attempting to steal $134 worth of merchandise from a local Walmart, according to police. Amanda Marie Bubb, was caught … Continue reading

July 12, 2019 · Leave a comment

Renovo Woman Allegedly Stole Over $300 from a local Kohl’s

By Hilde Kate Lysiak July 12, 2019 A Renovo woman was charged after allegedly stealing over $300 worth of merchandise from a local Kohl’s, according to police. Rebecca Lee Snyder, … Continue reading

July 12, 2019 · Leave a comment

Local Woman Allegedly Stole from a Local Walmart

By Hilde Kate Lysiak July 12, 2019 A Lewisburg woman was charged after allegedly stealing four items from a local Walmart, on June 7th, according to police. Sandra Jean Ramirez, … Continue reading

July 12, 2019 · Leave a comment

Beaver Springs Man Allegedly Wrote A Bad Check for Almost $300

By Hilde Kate Lysiak July 11, 2019 A Beaver Springs man was charged after allegedly writing a bad check for over $250, at Coles Hardware in Selinsgrove Pa, on 2/25/19, … Continue reading

July 11, 2019 · Leave a comment

Sunbury Man Allegedly Steals $32 From Dollar General

By Hilde Kate Lysiak July 11, 2019 A Sunbury man was charged after allegedly attempting to steal a knife and more, on 5/26/19, at Dollar General in Shamokin Dam, according … Continue reading

July 11, 2019 · Leave a comment

Wilmington Man Allegedly Claimed to be FBI Threatened to Kill Family

By Hilde Kate Lysiak 7/10/2019 A Wilmington man was charged after allegedly claiming that he was an FBI agent and then threatening to kill people, according to police. Padraig Robert … Continue reading

July 10, 2019 · Leave a comment

Local Man Allegedly Strangled and Assaulted His Girlfriend

A Sunbury man was charged after allegedly assaulting his girlfriend and her sister, on 5/12/19, according to police. Christopher Michael Hare, allegedly entered his girlfriends house and strangled and hit … Continue reading

July 10, 2019 · Leave a comment

Shamokin Dam Man Allegedly Threatens Ex-GF “Break Skull into Million Pieces”

By Hilde Kate Lysiak July 9, 2019 A Shamokin Dam Man was charged after allegedly assaulting and threatening his ex-girlfriend on 5/16/19, according to police. Dillon Andrew Capps was caught … Continue reading

July 10, 2019 · 1 Comment

Local Woman Charged After Allegedly Stealing Over $250 from a Local Target

By Hilde Kate Lysiak July 8, 2019 A Middleburg woman was charged after allegedly stealing over $250 worth of merchandise from a local Target, in Monroe Township, on May 7, … Continue reading

July 8, 2019 · 2 Comments

Sunbury Man Allegedly Steals Over $70 Worth of Merchandise from Walmart

By Hilde Kate Lysiak July 8, 2019 A Sunbury man was charged after allegedly stealing almost $80.00 worth of merchandise from a local Walmart in Monroe Township, on 4/16/19, according … Continue reading

July 8, 2019 · Leave a comment

JULY 2019 OSN PRINT EDITION HITS THE STREETS!

The JULY 2019 issue of the Orange Street News has hit the streets! For a one year subscription to the Orange Street News please send a check or cash of … Continue reading

June 29, 2019 · Leave a comment

OSN Top Stories of the MONTH JUNE

Here are the OSN Top Stories of the month for JUNE 2019~ 1 Heroin Allegedly Found After Shamokin Dam Traffic Stop 2. Local Man Charged After Drugs Allegedly Found in Sock! … Continue reading

June 29, 2019 · Leave a comment

Local Man Charged After Drugs Allegedly Found in Sock!

By Hilde Kate Lysiak 6/7/2019 A Sunbury man was charged with several drug related crimes after police followed up on a tip that there was drug activity at a local … Continue reading

June 7, 2019 · 3 Comments

Heroin Allegedly Found After Shamokin Dam Traffic Stop

By Hilde Kate Lysiak June 6, 2019 A PA man was charged after allegedly being caught with heroin after being pulled over a car with expired registration on 4/23/19, according … Continue reading

June 6, 2019 · 2 Comments

JUNE 2019 ISSUE OF OSN HITS THE STREETS! SEE THE COVER!

The JUNE 2019 issue of the Orange Street News has hit the streets! For a one year subscription to the Orange Street News please send a check or cash of … Continue reading

June 2, 2019 · 1 Comment

OSN Top Stories of the Month

Here are the OSN Top Stories of the month for May 2019~ OSN EDITORIAL: To The Class of 2019 2. Selinsgrove Man Busted for Allegedly Making and Dealing Marijuana 3. Woman Allegedly … Continue reading

June 2, 2019 · 1 Comment

My Pop Pop: A Hero Story For Memorial Day

By Hilde Kate Lysiak Today is Memorial Day and I am thinking of my Pop Pop John Thrash. He was a war hero whose plane was shot down in World … Continue reading

May 27, 2019 · 1 Comment

UPDATE! Authorities: Shot Mountain Lion Posed “Immediate Threat”

By Hilde Kate Lysiak 5/17/2019 The Patagonia mountain lion shot and killed by authorities earlier this afternoon posed an “Immediate threat” to the community, according to the Arizona Game and … Continue reading

May 17, 2019 · 1 Comment

BREAKING EXCLUSIVE: Patagonia Mountain Lion Shot Dead!

NOTE THIS IS A BREAKING NEWS STORY OSN IS ON THE SCENE By Hilde Kate Lysiak 5/17/2019 The Patagonia Mountain lion was shot dead minutes after a resident called law … Continue reading

May 17, 2019 · 8 Comments

Ashland Man Allegedly Steals Over $150 Worth of Merchandise

By Hilde Kate Lysiak May 17, 2019 An Ashland man was charged after allegedly stealing multiple items from Walmart at 980 N Susquehanna trail, on 3/29, according to police. Allen … Continue reading

May 17, 2019 · 1 Comment

EXCLUSIVE! OSN EDITOR COMES FACE TO FACE WITH PATAGONIA MOUNTAIN LION! SEE THE PICTURE!

By Hilde Kate Lysiak 5/17/2019 THE ORANGE STREET NEWS had a harrowing face to face encounter with the Patagonia Mountain Lion — and lived to tell the tale. The dramatic … Continue reading

May 17, 2019 · 4 Comments

Berwick Woman Allegedly Steals Over $200 Worth of Merchandise

By Hilde Kate Lysiak May 16, 2019 A Berwick woman was charged after allegedly stealing jewelry and clothing from Kohls, on 3/25/19, according to police. Mabel Frances Eshleman, was charged … Continue reading

May 16, 2019 · 1 Comment

Maryland Woman Allegedly Steals Over $150 in Merchandise From a Local Store

By Hilde Kate Lysiak May 16, 2019 A Maryland woman was charged after allegedly taking shoes and jewelry from Kohl’s at 405 Marketplace Blvd. Monroe Township on 4/14, according to … Continue reading

May 16, 2019 · Leave a comment

OSN EDITORIAL: To The Class of 2019

NOTE FROM PUBLISHER: I’ve received several requests for a transcript of the commencement speech I delivered to the Reed School of Media on May 10. Apologies for the delay. I … Continue reading

May 15, 2019 · 38 Comments

SHOCK Grove Man Released From Jail After Stabbing his Wife With a Drill Allegedly Rapes Woman

By Hilde Kate Lysiak 5/14/2019 A Selinsgrove man who had stabbed and nearly strangled his wife only five months ago had been freed from prison, only to go to allegedly … Continue reading

May 14, 2019 · 2 Comments

Selinsgrove Man Busted for Allegedly Making and Dealing Marijuana

By Hilde Kate Lysiak A Selinsgrove man was allegedly caught with two pounds of Marijuana and other drugs, according to police. Jacob Wayne Snyder, was charged when police received a … Continue reading

May 13, 2019 · 1 Comment

Intoxicated Man Charged After Allegedly Falsely Reporting a Car Theft

By Hilde Kate Lysiak A Selinsgrove man was charged after allegedly falsely claiming his car was stolen while drunk. John William Felker, allegedly called police on 3/26/19 stating that his … Continue reading

May 13, 2019 · Leave a comment

Selinsgrove Resident Allegedly Steals Almost $50 from Kohls

By Hilde Kate Lysiak A local woman was charged after allegedly stealing almost $50 worth of merchandise from a local Kohls, at 405 Marketplace Blvd, Monroe Township, according to police. … Continue reading

May 13, 2019 · Leave a comment

Woman Allegedly Busted For Dealing to Informant

By Hilde Kate Lysiak 5/2/19 A Selinsgrove woman was charged after allegedly being set up to deal drugs by a confidential informant, according to police. Roxanna Jean Griffith, allegedly attempted … Continue reading

May 2, 2019 · 2 Comments

MAY ISSUE OSN HITS THE STREETS!

The May issue of the Orange Street News has hit the streets! For a one year subscription to the Orange Street News please send a check or cash of $19.99 … Continue reading

May 1, 2019 · Leave a comment

Man Allegedly on Drugs and Intoxicated with 4-Year Old in Car

By Hilde Kate Lysiak  5/1/19 A Dauphin man was charged after allegedly driving intoxicated and on drugs with a four year old in the car at Walmart, according to police. … Continue reading

May 1, 2019 · Leave a comment

OSN Top Stories of the Month

Here are the OSN Top Stories of the month for March 2019~ 1)Local Woman Allegedly Steals over $40 From a Local Walmart 2. OSN BORDER WATCH: CITIZENS REACT TO PORT … Continue reading

April 30, 2019 · Leave a comment

Local Man Allegedly Assaults Young Girl and Wife

By Hilde Kate Lysiak 4/25/19 A Middleburg man was charged after allegedly abusing his wife and daughter on March 15, according to police. Harry Edwin Longer, was charged after a … Continue reading

April 25, 2019 · 1 Comment

Pic and Rope: Chupacabra?

This mystery corpse was discovered hanging on a post in Patagonia, Arizona. One local theorized it might be the mythical Chupacabra.

April 23, 2019 · Leave a comment

Local Man Steals Shoes and More from Kohls

By Hilde Kate Lysiak A Bloomsburg man was charged after allegedly stealing over $100.00 worth of merchandise from a local Kohls at 405 Market Place Blvd Monroe Township at 2/13/19, … Continue reading

April 23, 2019 · 1 Comment

LOCAL MAN ALLEGEDLY FOUND WITH HEROIN SYRINGE AFTER STEALING $150 WORTH OF MERCHANDISE

By Hilde Kate Lysiak A Shamokin man was found with drugs after allegedly stealing from a local Boscovs in Monroe Township, according to police. Steven Tyler Wambold, allegedly stole $163.48, … Continue reading

April 19, 2019 · Leave a comment

Local Man Steals Hundreds Worth of Merchandice From A Local Kohl’s

By Hilde Kate Lysiak 4/18/19 A Bloomsburg man was charged with Retail Theft after allegedly stealing merchandise from a local Kohl’s, on 2/13/19, according to police. Christopher Michael Starr, 27, … Continue reading

April 18, 2019 · 1 Comment

MAN ALLEGEDLY CRASHES BIKE DRUNK THEN STRIKES EMS WORKERS

By Hilde Kate Lysiak 4/15/19 A local man allegedly assaulted six EMS workers after calling them for help when he crashed his bike on 11/7/18, according to police. Domenic Haines, … Continue reading

April 15, 2019 · 1 Comment

Local Woman Allegedly Steals over $40 From a Local Walmart

Hilde Kate Lysiak 04/15/19 A Selinsgrove woman was charged after allegedly stealing dental products, batteries, makeup, and more from Walmart at 980 Susquehanna trail, Monroe Township according to police. Leslie … Continue reading

April 15, 2019 · 1 Comment

Local Woman Charged With DUI with 13 Year Old in the Car

By Hilde Kate Lysiak 4/15/19 A Winfield woman was charged after allegedly driving under the influence with a child in the car on 3/3/19, according to police. Crystal Christine Brosius, … Continue reading

April 15, 2019 · 1 Comment

LOCAL WOMAN CHARGED FOR KEEPING WEAPON IN PURSE

By Hilde Kate Lysiak 4/15/19 A Shamokin woman was charged after allegedly keeping Brass Knuckles in her purse, on 3/23/19, according to police. Shyanne Renee Reynolds, 27, was charged when … Continue reading

April 15, 2019 · Leave a comment

OSN BORDER WATCH: CITIZENS REACT TO PORT OF ENTRY THREAT SEE THE VIDEO

By Hilde Kate Lysiak 4/12/19 Residents of Mexico and the United States are voicing concerns over President Donald Trump threat to completely close the border, including the heavily trafficked Ports … Continue reading

April 12, 2019 · 4 Comments

OSN APRIL ISSUE HITS THE STREET!

The April issue of the Orange Street News has hit the streets! A lot of great stories in this issue!  This issue including a front page follow to the mountain … Continue reading

April 1, 2019 · Leave a comment

OSN Top Stories of the Month

Here are the OSN Top Stories of the month for March 2019~ 1)Two Women Allegedly Steal $50 Worth of Steak from A Local Aldi’s Food Store 2. Local Man Allegedly … Continue reading

April 1, 2019 · Leave a comment

OSN SHORT STORY When You Are Sleeping…

By Hilde Kate Lysiak   3/31/2019 “No. Never. Not one single time. I never feel like the eight hours of being awake are not enough. The sixteen hours of sleep can … Continue reading

March 31, 2019 · 2 Comments

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