Frackville Woman Jailed After Alleged Domestic Assault

FRACKVILLE - A Frackville woman is locked up in Schuylkill County Prison following a reported domestic incident on the evening of January 9, 2026, according to Butler Township Police.

Megan’s Law Violation: West Mahanoy Police Seek Man Who Failed to Update Address

West Mahanoy Township Police have filed charges against a registered Tier 2 sex offender after authorities say he failed to comply with Pennsylvania Megan’s Law registration requirements.

Frackville Man Accused of Choking Victim Unconscious, Pushing Her Down Stairs

A Frackville man has been charged following a reported domestic assault incident investigated by Frackville Police Department.

Frackville Woman Charged After Furniture Illegally Dumped in West Mahanoy Township

A Frackville woman is facing charges for illegal dumping in West Mahanoy Township.

Vehicle Crashes Under Tractor Trailer in Butler Township, Victim Airlifted to Hospital

A driver was flown to an area hospital after a crash near Frackville involving a tractor trailer on Thursday.

Frackville Business and Professional Association Thanks Community After Christmas on the Mountain, Announces $15K Boost for New Lights

The Frackville Business and Professional Association (FBPA) is thanking the community following a strong turnout and fundraising success at “Christmas on the Mountain,” held December 13.

Frackville Community Comes Together to Serve Nearly 250 Meals at Free Thanksgiving Event

The spirit of Thanksgiving filled the Frackville Elks Lodge on Sunday, November 23rd, as community members came together for a free holiday meal that provided close to 250 dinners to residents from across northern Schuylkill County.

Frackville Woman Accused of Leading Police on High-Speed Chase After St. Clair Walmart Theft

A Frackville woman is facing a series of felony and misdemeanor charges after Saint Clair Police say she fled officers during a retail theft investigation and was later found in possession of methamphetamine.

Pottsville Police Charge Woman After Threats Made Toward Schuylkill County Courthouse Staff

A Frackville woman is facing charges after police say she made multiple violent threats toward employees at the Schuylkill County Courthouse over the past week, prompting officers to seek an arrest warrant for terroristic threats.

Schuylkill County Woman Charged for Having Inappropriate Relationship with Teen

A Minersville woman has been charged following an investigation by Frackville Police into allegations of sexual misconduct involving a juvenile.

State Police Investigating Wire Fraud and Bitcoin Scam at Frackville McDonald’s

The Pennsylvania State Police at Frackville are investigating a wire fraud incident that occurred at the McDonald’s restaurant located at the former Schuylkill Mall property in New Castle Township.

UPDATE: Boil Water Advisory Lifted in Frackville After Main Break Repairs

Pennsylvania American Water has lifted the Boil Water Advisory that was issued Friday night for customers in the Frackville area following a water main break.

Boil Water Advisory Issued in Frackville Following Main Break

Pennsylvania American Water has issued a Boil Water Advisory for customers in the Frackville area after crews responded to a water main break Friday night.

Frackville Man Arraigned on Murder Charges in Wife’s Shooting Death

A Frackville man accused of fatally shooting his wife earlier has been formally arraigned on multiple charges, including first-degree murder.

Community Gathers for Annual Frackville Pumpkin Festival

The spirit of autumn was on display in Frackville on Saturday as the community came together for the annual Frackville Pumpkin Festival, hosted by the Frackville Business and Professional Association.

UPDATE: Frackville Man Charged with Murder in Fatal Shooting of Wife

FRACKVILLE – Formal charges have been filed against a Frackville man accused of fatally shooting his wife inside their South Center Street home early Saturday morning.

Pennsylvania State Police Investigating Homicide in Frackville

A woman is dead and her husband is in custody following an early-morning shooting in Frackville Borough on Saturday, October 4, 2025.

Police Investigating Theft at Storage Facility near Frackville

 

The West Mahanoy Township Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in identifying a vehicle connected to a theft investigation.

Former Cardinal Brennan Coach and Schuylkill County Native Inducted into West Virginia University Hall of Fame

Bill Kirelawich, a Frackville native and former Cardinal Brennan High School head football coach, was officially inducted into the West Virginia University Sports Hall of Fame this past weekend, cementing his legacy as one of the most influential figures in Mountaineer football history.

West Mahanoy Township Formally Opposes Proposed Data Center in New Castle Township

FRACKVILLE — The opposition over a proposed data center near Frackville is growing, with the West Mahanoy Township Board of Supervisors now going on record against the project.