Minersville Police Equipped for Critical Incidents with New Rifles

On Wednesday morning, Geissele Automatics, a manufacturer of firearms and accessories based in North Wales, Montgomery County, donated nine rifles to the Minersville Police Department.

Minersville Police Nab Three Suspects in $9,000 Robbery, Search for Fourth Continues

Minersville Police have made three arrests and are still looking for one more suspect in the robbery of the General Store.

Minersville Police Investigating General Store Robbery

Minersville police are currently investigating a robbery that took place last night at the General Store located at North 2nd and North Street. The incident occurred at approximately 10:17 PM on August 12th.

SCAM ALERT: Schuylkill County Residents Targeted in Online Scam Involving Bitcoin Payments

Police in Schuylkill County are warning residents about an online scam that recently cost two people a total of $34,000.

Elderly Woman Dies from Minersville Crash Injuries

A crash in Minersville on Friday morning has turned fatal.

Woman in Critical Condition and Flown to Hospital After Crash in Minersville

One person was flown to the hospital and another injured in a crash in Minersville on Friday morning.

BUSINESSES OF THE SKOOK: Sughr & Company

BUSINESSES OF THE SKOOK: Sughr & Company  58 Kings Village Plaza, Minersville.

St. Nicholas Ukrainian Catholic Church Hosts Annual Parish Picnic

 

This past weekend, St. Nicholas Ukrainian Catholic Church held their annual parish picnic at their grove in Primrose, drawing hundreds of attendees who enjoyed a vibrant mix of music and ethnic foods.

Minersville Borough Council Promotes Sgt. Jeffrey Bowers to Chief of Police

During a meeting on Tuesday evening, the Minersville Borough Council officially promoted Sgt. Jeffrey Bowers to the position of Chief of Police, succeeding Chief Michael Combs, who retired after serving since 2010.

Minersville Police Chief Michael Combs to Retire

Minersville Police Chief Michael Combs will retire from the borough at the end of this month.

West Mahanoy Township Man Charged with Assault, False Imprisonment, and Drug Possession After Domestic Incident in Minersville

A West Mahanoy Township man is locked up in Schuylkill County Prison after a domestic incident in Minersville.

New Minersville Firehouse Bikers and Softball Team Surpass $100,000 in Donations to Make-A-Wish with Latest Fundraiser

The New Minersville Firehouse Bikers Club (NMFHB) and the New Minersville Firehouse Moms for Make-A-Wish® softball team are celebrating a successful 10th Annual Make-A-Wish Poker Run and Gas Griddle & Meat Raffle, raising more than $4,800 for Make-A-Wish® Greater Pennsylvania and West Virginia.

Schuylkill County Woman Identified as Victim of Berks County Fatal Crash

A Schuylkill County woman has been identified as the victim of a Berks County fatal crash earlier this week.

Minersville Honors Heroes of Recent Fire

On Tuesday evening, the borough of Minersville honored three individuals for their heroic actions during a recent fire.

Motorcycle Chase in Minersville Leads to Drug Charges and Arrest

A Minersville man is locked up in Schuylkill County Prison after he led police in a pursuit then was found with drugs and resisted arrest.

Minersville Man Passes Away from Injuries Sustained in Fire

The victim of the Minersville Fire two weeks ago has died from his injuries.

Famous Reading Outdoors Donates SXS to Minersville Police

Famous Reading Outdoors recently donated a Yamaha Wolverine RMAX 1000 to the Minersville Police Department. 

18-Year-Old Charged for Minersville Recreation Complex Vandalism

A Minersville 18-year-old has been charged for vandalizing the borough's recreation complex last year.

6 Homes Involved in Multi Alarm Minersville Fire

Several homes were involved in a multi alarm fire that drew firefighters from all around Schuylkill County on Sunday afternoon.

Minersville Police Apprehend Wanted Fugitive After Public Urination Incident Escalates into Foot Pursuit

A Pottsville man was taken into custody after a public urination incident led to a foot pursuit.