One person was taken to the hospital after an SUV went over an embankment in Pottsville
Tuesday, September 30, 2014
Senator Argall to Appear on PCN to Discuss Property Tax Independence Act, Senate Bill 76
McAdoo Fire Called to 2nd Alarm Commercial Fire in Luzerne County
Just before 1:30PM, McAdoo Borough Fire Company was been called to Luzerne County for a working commercial fire in the Valmont Industrial Park.
Pottsville Area Responds to Right to Know Requests; Raises Questions About Hiring Practices
Former Pottsville Area School Board member Scott R. Thomas says the school board
may have been ‘misled’ by administration when they voted to hire their Transportation Manager. On
Thursday, the Pottsville Area School District responded to Thomas’ Right to Know request.
Dense Fog Advisory Issued for Schuylkill County
Monday, September 29, 2014
HARRISBURG: Criminal Charges Filed Against Parents of 9 Year Old Son
Criminal Charges were filed Monday for the parents of the 9 year old Harrisburg boy who was found dead in their home.
Tractor Trailer Strikes Pole at Five Points Intersection
Schuylkill County Events from September 28th through October 4th
What County is Ranked Most Obese in Pennsylvania?
Out of 67 counties in Pennsylvania, Schuylkill County is ranked 8th in being most obese in the state.
Sunday, September 28, 2014
Name Released of Victim Who Died After Being Struck By A Vehicle Saturday Night
Schuylkill County High School Football Power Rankings After Week #5
Four Suspicious Fires Within Two Hour Timeframe in Shenandoah Early Sunday
Reported 3rd Fire in Shenandoah Early Sunday Morning
Posted from Schuylkill County Firewire |
2nd Fire in Shenandoah Early Sunday Morning
Pedestrian Killed on Route 924 Saturday Night
Crews at the Scene of a Commercial Fire in Shenandoah
Saturday, September 27, 2014
Orwigsburg Woman Missing in Central Pennsylvania
Don't Forget! Saturday is National Drug Takeback Day
Friday, September 26, 2014
Will Snow Days in Pennsylvania Be A Thing of the Past?
PennDot Road Work on Route 54 Next Week to Cause Lane Restrictions
Schuylkill County High School Football Scores for Week #5
Schuylkill County High School Football Scores for Week #5
Blue Mountain - 17
Marian Catholic - 14
North Schuylkill - 49
Mahanoy Area - 7
Minersville - 21
Shenandoah Valley - 0
Nativity BVM - 7
Perkiomen School - 49
Panther Valley - 0
Tamaqua Area - 41
Pottsville - 0
Exeter Township - 38
Jim Thorpe - 14
Schuylkill Haven - 13
Line Mountain - 14
Tri-Valley - 21
Newport - 31
Williams Valley - 28
Governor Mifflin - 35
Lehighton - 13
Game Scheduled for Saturday, September 27th
Millersburg - 19
Pine Grove - 26
Marian Catholic - 14
North Schuylkill - 49
Mahanoy Area - 7
Minersville - 21
Shenandoah Valley - 0
Nativity BVM - 7
Perkiomen School - 49
Panther Valley - 0
Tamaqua Area - 41
Pottsville - 0
Exeter Township - 38
Jim Thorpe - 14
Schuylkill Haven - 13
Line Mountain - 14
Tri-Valley - 21
Newport - 31
Williams Valley - 28
Governor Mifflin - 35
Lehighton - 13
Game Scheduled for Saturday, September 27th
Millersburg - 19
Pine Grove - 26
Former School Board Member Submits Right-to-Know Request into Pottsville Area Hiring Process
A Former School Board Member of the Pottsville Area School District is questioning the hiring of a current Board Member's spouse.
Schuylkill County High School Football Schedule for Week #5
Coal Region Connections: Tamaqua Business Celebrates 50 Years This Weekend
A PROUD TAMAQUA BUSINESS CELEBRATES ITS 50TH BIRTHDAY THIS WEEKEND, BUT THE STORE CAN TRACE ITS ROOTS BACK TO 1840. Click LIKE if you join us in wishing the Miller family at M&S Hardware a big happy birthday.
Thursday, September 25, 2014
Yuengling Ice Cream Receives Awards at World Dairy Expo Championship
Photo from Yuengling Ice Cream Facebook Page |
Driver Taken into Custody After Crash in Tamaqua Wednesday Night
A male driver was taken into custody by Tamaqua Police late last night (Wednesday, September 24, 2014) after crashing his car into another vehicle and shearing a utility pole along the 200 block of Center Street (SR309) in Tamaqua.
Wednesday, September 24, 2014
PA Senate Passes Medical Marijuana Bill; Moves to House for Vote
On Wednesday Afternoon, the Pennsylvania State Senate passed Senate Bill 1182 taking a big step to legalize the use of Medical Marijuana in Pennsylvania.
The Bill would allow state residents to buy, possess and use medical marijuana for the treatment of a qualifying condition.
While this does not officially legalize marijuana in Pennsylvania, it's a big step for the Republican Majority Senate to pass this bill.
Republican's hold the majority 27 to Democrats 23.
The vote went 43-7
The Bipartisan Bill was led my Senator Leach (Democrat) and Senator Folmer(Republican).
The Bill will now be moved to the House for it's concurrence.
The Bill would allow state residents to buy, possess and use medical marijuana for the treatment of a qualifying condition.
While this does not officially legalize marijuana in Pennsylvania, it's a big step for the Republican Majority Senate to pass this bill.
Republican's hold the majority 27 to Democrats 23.
The vote went 43-7
The Bipartisan Bill was led my Senator Leach (Democrat) and Senator Folmer(Republican).
The Bill will now be moved to the House for it's concurrence.
TRAFFIC ALERT: Reported Crash on Route 61 Near Deer Lake
Just before 1PM Wednesday, there was reported crash involving a vehicle rollover on Route 61 Northbound near the 895 intersection near Deer Lake.
The crash is reported to be within the construction zone.
Due to congestion in this area, this area should be avoided .
We will update you as more information is available.
The crash is reported to be within the construction zone.
Due to congestion in this area, this area should be avoided .
We will update you as more information is available.
Man Wanted For Stabbing in Mahanoy City; Possibly in Philadelphia Area
Schuylkill County Boroughs Association Elects New President
On September 18th, Local borough leaders from around the county gathered to
join in discussion and hear about important issues facing our municipalities at its annual Fall
dinner.
Senate Confirms Two Schuylkill County Row Officers
HARRISBURG – The Senate of Pennsylvania unanimously confirmed the governor’s nominations of Ann Dudish as the Schuylkill County Recorder of Deeds and Thomas Campion as the Schuylkill County Clerk of Courts, according to Senator David G. Argall (R-29).
Tuesday, September 23, 2014
One Person in Custody After Stabbing in Mahanoy City
Coal Region Connections: It's Been Called The World's Largest Indoor Miniature Village
IT HAS BEEN CALLED THE WORLD'S LARGEST INDOOR MINIATURE VILLAGE. Click LIKE is you have fond memories of Roadside America growing up as a child or visiting there with your children & grandchildren.
Pennsylvania State Senator "Comes Out" During Press Conference
Shamokin Area Dismissing Early
According to the district's web page, Shamokin Area will be dismissing early on Tuesday, September 23rd, due to water pressure issues.
The High School will dismiss at 1:00PM
Elementary/Annex at 1:30PM
The High School will dismiss at 1:00PM
Elementary/Annex at 1:30PM
Tuesday is National Voter Registration Day
Mars Recalls M&M's for Peanut Butter Allergy Risk
Mars Chocolate North America is recalling boxes of plain M&M's that were sold nationwide because they may contain peanut butter putting those allergic to it at risk.
New Video Obtained By NBC News of Eric Frein
Photo from Today.com |
NBC News Released the following video of Eric Frein that they received overnight. The video is of Frein in a Vietnam War reenactment documentary.
Job and Education Fair at the Fairlane Village Mall Wednesday
Job & Education Fair at the Fairlane Village Mall from 10am-5pm, Wednesday, September 24th. Over 500 Job Openings!!! Late additions to the Job Fair include: Ateeco/Mrs. T's; FedEX; Procure Personnel; and Walmart Distribution Center. A total of 44 employers, 8 education providers, and 8 agencies. Remember to DRESS APPROPRIATELY and be prepared to speak with employers. Have all the information you need to complete job applications - dates of employment and references, including phone numbers.
Juvenile Arrested for 4th Pine Grove Bomb Threat
2014 Schuylkill County Halloween Parades and Trick or Treats
Monday, September 22, 2014
National Drug Takeback Day is September 27th
When Should a Child Be Seated A Booster Seat and When Can They Sit in the Front Seat?
MyParkingSign.com |
Monday is Suicide Prevention Day in Pennsylvania
Monday is Suicide Prevention Day in Pennsylvania and according to reports, the number of suicides has increased in Pennsylvania.
Schuylkill County High School Football Power Rankings After Week #4
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