Rescue Reports Rabies Case in Schuylkill County Cat That Bit Two People, Scratched a Third

DEER LAKE — A cat found in Deer Lake, Schuylkill County, tested positive for rabies after reportedly biting two people and scratching a third, according to Save the Strays of Schuylkill – Cat Rescue.

Shenandoah Man Killed, Passenger Injured in Route 61 Collision

A crash on Route 61 in Deer Lake claimed the life of a pedestrian and left another person seriously injured Sunday afternoon.

Schuylkill County Coroner Called to Crash on Route 61 near Deer Lake

The Schuylkill County Coroner has been called to a crash on Route 61 near Deer Lake on Sunday afternoon.

Fighter’s Heaven to Host 50th Anniversary Tribute to “Thrilla in Manila”

Fighter’s Heaven, Muhammad Ali’s historic training camp in Deer Lake, will commemorate one of boxing’s greatest rivalries with a special 50th Anniversary celebration of the legendary “Thrilla in Manila” on Saturday, September 27, 2025.

Fighter’s Heaven to Host “A Tribute to Philly Boxing” on June 28

Fundraiser to Benefit Joe Hand Boxing Gym and Philly Boxing History, Inc.

Muhammad Ali’s Eldest Daughter Visits Fighter’s Heaven in Deer Lake

Fighter’s Heaven was thrilled by a recent visit by Muhammad Ali’s eldest daughter Maryum “May May” Ali. 

Pennsylvania State Police Investigating Accidental Death near Deer Lake

The Pennsylvania State Police at Schuylkill Haven are investigating a death in West Brunswick Township late Friday.

Man Pulls Machete During Route 61 Road Rage Incident in Schuylkill County

A man is facing charges after pulling a machete on someone during a road rage incident on Route 61 in Schuylkill County.

Orwigsburg Man in Custody for Strangling and Assaulting His Parents

An Orwigsburg man was taken into custody for strangling and assaulting his parents.

Fighter's Heaven Makes Donations to Several Organizations

Muhammad Ali's former training camp, Fighter’s Heaven, in Deer Lake, held a small ceremony on Friday to announce donations to be made to several organizations.

Fire Crews Responding to Working House Fire near Deer Lake

Emergency personnel are responding to a working house fire near Deer Lake Tuesday morning.

Fire Crews Responding to Multi Alarm Structure Fire near Deer Lake

Fire crews are responding to working structure fire Saturday morning near Deer Lake.