Schuylkill County Man Charged After Fleeing Police on Dirt Bike Through Orwigsburg

A Coaldale man is facing multiple charges after allegedly fleeing from police on a dirt bike through the streets of Orwigsburg last week.

Three Taken Into Custody After Pursuit with Vehicle Stolen from Schuylkill County Ended in Berks County

 

Three individuals were taken into custody Saturday after a stolen vehicle pursuit that began in Schuylkill County and ended in Hamburg Borough, Berks County.

Geisinger to Open New ConvenientCare in Southern Schuylkill County

Geisinger will open a new ConvenientCare clinic in Schuylkill County on April 1, expanding access to walk-in medical services for residents in the area.

Dispute Over $3,000 Tax Refund Leads to Strangulation, Assault Charges in Orwigsburg

An Orwigsburg woman is facing multiple felony charges following an early morning domestic incident in the borough.

Fire Damages Home in Orwigsburg, Resident Transported to the Hospital

A fire damaged a home in Orwigsburg Sunday morning, sending one resident to the hospital.

Orwigsburg House Destroyed in Fire; Family Assisted by Red Cross

A fire destroyed a home in Orwigsburg on Saturday.

St. Luke’s to Assume Full Ownership of Geisinger St. Luke’s Hospital in Orwigsburg

After six years of collaboration, Geisinger and St. Luke’s University Health Network (SLUHN) will end their joint ownership of Geisinger St. Luke’s Hospital, with St. Luke’s set to purchase Geisinger’s share of the partnership.

Schuylkill County Lands $4.975M for Fire Station Upgrade, Dental Training Hub, and Health & Business Center

Congressman Dan Meuser (PA-09) announced this week that he has secured $4.975 million in federal funding to advance three major community projects across Schuylkill County.

PSP Investigating Retail Theft at Orwigsburg Rutter’s

The Pennsylvania State Police at Schuylkill Haven are investigating a retail theft that occurred Friday, November 7, 2025, at Rutter’s Store in Orwigsburg.

Red Beets from Orwigsburg Town Square Donated to Families in Need

 

The Orwigsburg Area Business & Professional Association (OABPA) has announced the successful completion of Phase 1 of its Town Square renovation project, which has produced both visual improvements and a tangible benefit for the community: a harvest of red beets donated to the Orwigsburg Food Pantry.

PSP Investigating Fuel Theft Incidents at Gas Stations in Schuylkill and Berks Counties

The Pennsylvania State Police Troop L – Schuylkill Haven is investigating a fuel theft that occurred at Rutters Gas Station, located at 1160 Centre Turnpike in Orwigsburg, Schuylkill County.

Orwigsburg Set to Celebrate Heritage Day

Downtown Orwigsburg will be the place to be this Saturday as the community comes together for Heritage Day 2025, running from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

State Police Investigating Identity Theft and Fraud at Two Hidden River Credit Union Locations in Schuylkill County

The Pennsylvania State Police at Troop L - Frackville Barrack are actively investigating a case of identity theft and financial fraud involving two suspects who targeted Hidden River Credit Union branches in Tamaqua and Orwigsburg last month.

Orwigsburg Fire Department Launches $6 Million Capital Campaign to Build Modern Fire Station

Orwigsburg's Friendship Fire Company No. 1 is launching a $6 million capital campaign to construct a state-of-the-art fire station to better serve the community. 

UPDATE: Schuylkill County Woman Reported Missing FOUND SAFE

UPDATE:  The Orwigsburg woman reported missing in this post has been found safe, according to the Pennsylvania State Police.

Orwigsburg Restaurant Closed Temporarily After Wednesday Morning Fire

A fire in Orwigsburg on Wednesday morning has temporarily closed a restaurant.

Firefighters at Scene of Working Commercial Fire in Orwigsburg

Firefighters at the scene of a commercial building fire in Orwigsburg.

Orwigsburg’s Schaeffer’s Harley-Davidson to Receive Gold Bar & Shield Award

Schaeffer’s Harley-Davidson in Orwigsburg has announced that they have earned the Gold Bar & Shield Award for 2023 presented by the Harley-Davidson Motor Company.

Geisinger St. Luke’s Opens Wound Care Center in Orwigsburg

Geisinger St. Luke’s Wound Care Center in Orwigsburg is now open. 

Orwigsburg Man Faces Sexual Assault, Rape Charges in East Brunswick Township

An Orwigsburg man is locked up in Schuylkill County Prison for an alleged rape of a woman in East Brunswick Township.