North Schuylkill Teacher Receives Music and Arts Grant

A teacher at North Schuylkill has been awarded a grant for the district.

Hometown Fire Company to Host Evening with Psychic Medium

The Hometown Fire Company will be hosting an Evening with Psychic Medium Kimberly on Friday, November 22nd at 6:30 pm at the Hometown Fire Company.

Penn State Health Announces Intent to Purchase Holy Spirt Health System from Geisinger

Penn State Health and Geisinger announced Tuesday the signing of a letter of intent to transfer ownership of Holy Spirit Health System to Penn State Health.

Schuylkill County Treasurer Appointed to PSAECO

Schuylkill County Treasurer Linda Marchalk announced that she was appointed by Jim VanSteenberg, President of the County Treasurers’ Association of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, as delegate on the board of the Pennsylvania State Association of Elected County Officials (PSAECO).

Knoebels Kicks Off Hallo-Fun Weekends This Friday

Knoebels Amusement Resort kicks off its annual Hallo-Fun weekends this Friday.

AG Shapiro Charges Former Northumberland County Employee for Theft

On Thursday, Attorney General Josh Shapiro announced charges against a former Northumberland County Assistance Office caseworker for fraudulently obtaining EBT cards and using them to make more than $8,600 in purchases.

Schuylkill Technology Center to Host Open Houses at North and South Campuses Wednesday Evening

The Schuylkill Technology Center will host an Open House on Wednesday, October 9, 2019 from 6-8pm at both the North and South Campuses. 

Over $700,000 in Aid Released to Support Schuylkill County Volunteer Firefighters

On Tuesday, Auditor General Eugene DePasquale announced he has released nearly $60 million in aid to support volunteer firefighters across Pennsylvania – a nearly $5 million increase over last year.

NEPA MAEC and Penn Tech Announce Partnership that Extends Scholarship Support to ‘YES’ Program Graduates

On Tuesday, The Northeast PA Manufacturers & Employers Council and Pennsylvania College of Technology announced a partnership and a scholarship opportunity for YES (Your Employability Skills) Northeast Program graduates.

LCCC Announces New Director of Northern Tier Sites

Amber E. Zuber, of Summit Hill, has recently been named director of Site Educational Services at Lehigh Carbon Community College (LCCC) campuses in Tamaqua and Jim Thorpe.

Schuylkill Haven Delivery Company to Add 65 Jobs

On Friday, Governor Tom Wolf announced that Evans Delivery Company (EDC), an over-the-road trucking company and broker, will expand its operations in Schuylkill Haven, creating 65 new jobs and maintaining 321 existing employees.

Ashland Fire Prevention Day

LVHN to Host Free Diabetes and Heart Health Program

Having diabetes means that you are more likely to develop heart disease and have a greater risk of suffering from a heart attack or stroke.

Shenandoah Valley Crowns Homecoming Queen

On Friday evening, Shenandoah Valley’s Homecoming activities culminated with the crowning of this year’s Homecoming Queen.

Geisinger elevates Matthew Walsh to Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer

On Monday, Geisinger announced the appointment of Matthew Walsh to the position of Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, effective Oct. 1.

Liberty Fire Company Awarded Grant to Replace 1980 Mack CF Pumper

On Thursday, the Liberty Fire Company No. 4 of Schuylkill Haven announced that they have been awarded an Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) in the amount of $455,239.00 to replace their 1980 Mack CF pumper.

Schuylkill Chamber of Commerce to host annual Walk for Progress & Taste of Schuylkill

The Schuylkill Chamber of Commerce will host its annual Walk for Progress & Taste of Schuylkill events on Tuesday, October 1 in Schuylkill Haven, starting at 4:30 p.m.

Rush Township Police To Hold Second Annual 5K Run/Walk

The Rush Township Police Department is holding its second annual 5K Run/Walk on Saturday October 19th 2019. The race will start at 10:00AM at the Hometown Farmer’s Market at 125 Mahanoy Avenue Tamaqua, PA 18252. The proceeds will benefit the improvement of Rush Township Community Parks.

Shenandoah Valley Graduate Returns to Talk to Students About Joining Marine Corps

United States Marine Corps Recruiter Staff Sergeant James Fortunato recently visited the Shenandoah Valley High School along with Noelle Davis, a 2018 SV graduate who completed her basic training and is currently attending Military Police school located I Missouri.

Tamaqua Area Drama Club to Hold Advance Ticket Sales for “Les Misérables”

“Les Misérables” School Edition presented by the Tamaqua Area Drama Club will hold advance ticket sales on the following dates/times: