St. Clair Man Charged After Armed Incident, Remains in Schuylkill County Prison

A man is behind bars after an armed incident in St. Clair led to multiple felony charges.

Schuylkill County Jeweler Charged with 24 Counts of Theft, Failing to Remit Over $169K in Sales Tax

Charles Anthony Sophy, 53, of Pottsville and owner of Sophy Jewelers in St. Clair, has been charged with 24 felony counts of theft and multiple misdemeanors after allegedly failing to remit more than $169,000 in sales tax and failing to pay personal income taxes, according to an affidavit filed through Magisterial District Judge David Plachko’s office by the Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General.

Traffic Alert: Overnight Lane Closures on Route 61 in Saint Clair for Utility Work

Motorists traveling on Route 61 through the Saint Clair area should plan for minor delays tonight due to overnight utility work.

Thousands of Ducks Take to Mill Creek in 37th Annual Avenues Rubber Ducky Race

Thousands of colorful rubber ducks took to the waters of Mill Creek on Sunday afternoon as part of the 37th annual Avenues Rubber Ducky Race.

Schuylkill County Coroner Called to Scene of St. Clair House Fire

A fire in St. Clair Thursday morning has reportedly turned fatal.

Emergency Personnel Responding to Working Structure Fire in Saint Clair

Emergency personnel are responding to a working structure fire in St. Clair on Thursday morning.

Minersville Man Accused of Damaging Cadillac, Threatening Victim and Child in St. Clair

A Minersville man has been charged with damaging a vehicle and making threats in St. Clair last month.

Wanted Schuylkill County Man Arrested in Berks County for Out of State Kidnapping and Assault Charges

A man wanted in connection to a kidnapping and assault case in Delaware was taken into custody in Berks County on Friday, March 7, 2025.

Pennsylvania State Police Release Photo of Suspects on the Run During St. Clair Walmart Incident

The Pennsylvania State Police have released a photo of the two suspects on the run from authorities and are attempting to identify one of them following a pursuit from Dauphin County to Schuylkill County on Sunday.

UPDATE: Pennsylvania State Police Release Images of Two Juveniles Wanted in Officer Involved Shooting and Pursuit

Authorities continue to search for two male juveniles who remain at large following a police pursuit that led to road closures, a Walmart evacuation, and a significant law enforcement presence in Schuylkill County on Sunday afternoon.

DEVELOPING: Police Incident Impacting Traffic on Route 61 near St. Clair, Coal Creek Plaza Closed

A police incident is impacting Route 61 and the Coal Creek Plaza near St. Clair.

Toddler Accidentally Shoots Mother in St. Clair; Mother Faces Charges

A startling incident unfolded in St. Clair on January 31st, 2025, when a toddler gained access to a loaded firearm and accidentally shot his mother. 

MedExpress Urgent Care in St. Clair Transitioning to UPMC-GoHealth

An urgent care in St. Clair might undergo changes in the coming months with new owners.

UPDATE: Charges Shift in East Norwegian Township Dumping Case: Pottsville Man Cleared, Schuylkill Haven Resident Now Accused

Illegal dumping charges were withdrawn against a Pottsville man, and charges were filed against a Schuylkill Haven man for the incident.

Three Charged for Involvement in Shots Fired Incident at the St. Clair Walmart

Court documents have revealed the findings and charges stemming from a November 10, 2024, incident involving a firearm discharge at the Walmart located in the Coal Creek Commerce Center in St. Clair.

Pottsville Man Charged After Illegal Dumping Incident in East Norwegian Township

A Pottsville man is facing charges after he was caught illegally dumping garbage in East Norwegian Township.

Shamokin Man Facing Home Improvement Fraud Charges in Schuylkill County

A man from Northumberland County is facing home improvement fraud charges in Schuylkill County.

St. Clair Police Investigate Parking Lot Accident that Left Man Pinned Underneath Vehicle

A man was transported to the hospital late Tuesday after being trapped underneath a vehicle in a business's parking lot in St. Clair.

St. Clair Woman Jailed in Schuylkill County Prison After Assault and Burglary Charges in Back-to-Back Incidents

A St. Clair woman is locked up in Schuylkill County Prison after two incidents last week within hours of each other led to charges.

Man Charged With Animal Cruelty After Dog Found Emaciated in Condemned St. Clair Home

Saint Clair Police have filed animal cruelty charges against a man.