TWO CONEY FAMILIES DISPLACED BY FIRE

Two Lonaconing families were left homeless by a fire late Wednesday at their duplex at 11 to 13 Church Street, and while the cause remains under investigation, it is known the fire started in a second-floor bedroom. The Michael Ashby family resided at 11 Church Street, while Rachel Hawkins and her family lived at 13 Church Street. One adult was treated at the scene; one youth was examined after suffering minor burns, and two cats died in the fire. Property losses were set at $150,000, while the loss of contents was set at $50,000.