Gilberton Woman Charged with Felony Retail Theft for Price Tag Switching Scheme

A Gilberton woman is facing felony charges after police say she repeatedly altered price tags at a local grocery store, defrauding the business out of more than $1,300 over several months.

Minersville Man Charged with Trespassing at Lions Pavilion

A 21-year-old Minersville man is facing a criminal charge after police say he trespassed at a local park pavilion posted with “No Trespassing” signs.

Wanted Minersville Man Arrested After Fleeing Police, Resisting Arrest

A Minersville man with an active arrest warrant was taken into custody earlier this month following a foot chase and multiple attempts to evade police, according to Minersville Borough Police.

Minersville Woman Charged in Burglary and Theft Incident

A homeless woman from Minersville is facing multiple charges after she allegedly entered a borough residence without permission and stole property earlier this month.

State Police Seek Health Care Providers’ Help in Investigation of Fraudulent Nursing Practices

The Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) Bureau of Criminal Investigation is calling on health care agencies and providers across the state to review employment records as part of an ongoing investigation into fraudulent nursing practices allegedly carried out by Shannon Nicole Womack.

Eye Consultants of Pennsylvania to Pay $790,000 to Settle Medicare Billing Allegations

The United States Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of Pennsylvania announced on Monday that Eye Consultants of Pennsylvania, PC (ECOP) has agreed to pay $790,000 to resolve allegations under the False Claims Act. 

Pennsylvania State Police at Schuylkill Haven to Intensify DUI Patrols in August

   

The Pennsylvania State Police at Schuylkill Haven have announced plans to increase DUI patrols throughout the month of August as part of an ongoing effort to reduce the number of impaired drivers on the road.

Pennsylvania State Police Release Details on Tractor Trailer Crash That Closed "The Grade"

A New Jersey woman was injured earlier this month after the commercial vehicle she was driving overturned in a construction zone on Route 61 in Schuylkill County.

Shenandoah Man Charged in Theft of Amazon Packages

SHENANDOAH, PA — A Shenandoah man is facing criminal charges after he allegedly stole several Amazon packages containing household and electronic items, according to Pennsylvania State Police in Frackville.

Dirt Bike Reported Stolen in New Ringgold

The Pennsylvania State Police at Frackville are investigating a report of a stolen dirt bike from New Ringgold.

Pine Grove Man Facing Burglary Charges After Breaking into School Property Twice

A Pine Grove Township man is facing multiple felony charges after police say he broke into school property on two separate occasions and stole uniforms, food, tools, and other supplies — all while under the influence of drugs.

Vehicle Crashes Through Yard, Strikes Home in Ashland

A woman was taken into custody late Friday night after a vehicle crashed into a home on Walnut Street in Ashland.

Pottsville Police Arrest Man Accused of Years-Long Sexual Abuse of Minor

A Pottsville man is locked up in Schuylkill County Prison for inappropriate sexual contact with a minor.

80-Year-Old Man Killed in Crash at Route 309 and 895 in West Penn Township

Authorities are investigating a fatal crash that occurred Tuesday evening at the intersection of State Route 309 and Route 895 in West Penn Township, Schuylkill County.

Two Wanted Men Arrested During Traffic Stop in Pottsville

Two 18-year-old men wanted in connection to aggravated assault cases in multiple counties were arrested Monday afternoon during a traffic stop in Pottsville.

Schuylkill County Man Jailed After Alleged Assault at Mount Carbon Construction Office

A Branch Township man is behind bars after a violent confrontation at a local construction office led to injuries, criminal charges, and a struggle involving a firearm.

Pottsville Man Charged After Breaking Into Home

A Pottsville man is facing multiple felony and misdemeanor charges following a break-in on the city’s north side over the weekend.

Shenandoah Man in Schuylkill County Prison on Child Sexual Abuse Charges

A Shenandoah man is locked up in Schuylkill County Prison on child sexual abuse charges.

Schuylkill County Man in Custody After Assaulting Officer and Fleeing Traffic Stop

A Pine Grove man is facing multiple charges after allegedly injuring a Reilly Township police officer and fleeing on foot during a traffic stop on Route 209.

Ronald McDonald Missing in Nesquehoning: Police Investigate Bizarre 'McNapping'

In a case that sounds more like a fast-food-themed comedy than real life, police are on the hunt for suspects who brazenly walked into a McDonald’s on Sunday and walked out with none other than Ronald McDonald himself.