Koch's Turkey Farms Provides Turkeys for Governor's Residence

TAMAQUA, PA – Koch’s Turkey Farms, located in Walker Township, Schuylkill County will present two of the company’s signature Organic whole turkeys to Governor Tom Corbett and First Lady Susan Corbett on Tuesday, November 25th, 2014.

Schuylkill County School Closing for 11/26/14

Schuylkill County School Closings for 11/26/14

Two Teenagers Shot Near Tamaqua

Two teenagers were shot nearly Tamaqua on Tuesday

Two Teenagers Shot Near Tamaqua

Two teenagers were shot nearly Tamaqua on Tuesday

Yuengling Ice Cream Merchandise Available for Purchase

For those of you looking for Yuengling Ice Cream merchandise, the company is pleased to announced that it is making it available for the first time. Until now, the merchandise was only available to those who won the items through online contests.

This Week's Upcoming Schuylkill County Events

Check out this week's listing of upcoming events from in and around Schuylkill County

Reward Offered for Information on Shenandoah Fires

A reward is being offered by the Schuylkill County Crime Stoppers for information on the four fires that took place in the early morning hours of of September 28th in the borough of Shenandoah.

Ashland Man Found With Stolen Pickup Truck

An Ashland man reportedly stole a pickup truck from B&L Chevrolet-Buick on Route 61 in Coal Township, Northumberland County on Friday.

Drone Nearly Collides with Medical Helicopter

On Wednesday, a drone nearly collided with a Geisinger Medical Helicopter near the Joe Zerby Airport.

New License Plates Help Show Pride in America

Legislation passed earlier this year authorized PennDOT to produce new license plate designs, one of which serves as a testament to the American spirit.

Scheduled Road Work for Interstate 81 in Schuylkill County

Scheduled Road Work for Interstate 81 in Schuylkill County

Restaurant Destroyed By Fire Friday Morning

Photo posted from Firewire Schuylkill County

Amberdeen's Fine Food and Bevarages, 62 North Lehigh Street, Frackville, was destroyed by fire Friday morning.

Tamaqua Police Cleared in Taser Death

According to the Times News, the Tamaqua Borough Council was informed on Tuesday night that the Tamaqua Police have been cleared of any wrong doing in connection with the death of a man who died after being tasered by a stun gun back in August.

Crews at the Scene of Structure Fire in Frackville Friday Morning

Just before 7AM, fire personnel were called to 66 North Lehigh Street in Frackville for a structure fire.

Butler Township Police Warn Public About Telephone Scam

Butler Township Police would like to warn public, especially the elderly, of a telephone scam being conducted in our area. The suspects are contacting person via landline telephone posing as IRS agents demanding immediate payment for back taxes and threatening imprisonment if demands are not met. Suspects are demanding that a green dot card be purchased to conduct the money transfer.

PennDOT, State Police Launch "Operation Safe Holiday"

Keeping the upcoming holiday season free of tragic vehicle crashes is the
aim of “Operation Safe Holiday,” a joint campaign by Pennsylvania State Police,

PennDOT and local law enforcement. The holiday enforcement will focus on
nighttime seat belt use and impaired driving.

Police Looking for Alleged Thieves Who Stole Credit Cards and Vehicle

The Pennsylvania State Police are looking for two individuals who allegedly stole credit cards and vehicle from a home.

Brewer's Outlet Mural to Be Preserved

A group from Pottsville has been working hard to preserve a piece of Pottsville history.

Heroin, Meth, and Bath Salts Account for Wednesday's Drug Arrests

On Wednesday, 76 arrest warrants were issued in a widespread drug bust in the Shenandoah area.

Heroin accounted for most of the arrests but also included Meth and Bath Salts

WBRE sat down with District Attorney Christine Holman to discuss the impact of drugs on the county.

Names Released of People Arrested in This Morning's Drug Sweep

(11/19/14) - According to SSPTV out of Hazleton, they have released the names of who was arrested during this morning's drug sweep in the Shenandoah Area.

Drug Sweep in Shenandoah Wednesday Morning

Officials carried out a large drug sweep Wednesday morning in the borough of Shenandoah.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for 11/20/14

Schuylkill County Obituaries for 11/20/14

Schuylkill County Businesses with No Heat?

The past few days have been down right cold.  Imagine if you had no heat!  There are some businesses in Pottsville having trouble with their landlord in getting the heat turned on.

Tamaqua Area Community Partnership to celebrate 20th Anniversary on Wednesday

TAMAQUA – On Wednesday, November 19, local leaders from the Tamaqua Area Community Partnership (TACP) will celebrate 20 years of success at 6 p.m. at the Tamaqua Arts Center at 125 Pine Street.

Fund Setup to Help Man Who was Assaulted

A GoFundMe was setup to help the family of Nathaniel Shoup pay medical bills for when he was beaten after being stripped naked by three men in Shenandoah.

Link to GoFundMe
http://www.gofundme.com/hfn0yg




Original story from WBRE
http://www.pahomepage.com/story/d/story/snapchat-captures-brutal-schuylkill-county-beating/44799/lNq5_hIbmE-PKufegglS5g

Man Sent to Prison for Attempted Murder

Joseph Yeich, of Mahanoy City, was sentenced to 12-24 years in state prison on Monday for a December 2013 incident in the borough.  Yeich was found guilty back in December.

Sheppton Man Accused of Threatening to Kill Woman

Carl Hayslette, 41, of Sheppton was charged with terroristic threats and simple assault after an incident Monday in East Union Township.

Coal Region Connections: Remember When Candy Cost a Penny?

TAKE A GOOD LOOK AT THE PICTURES BELOW. Click LIKE if they bring back fond "penny candy" memories & can you name at least 4 "mom & pop" neighborhood stores where you spent your pennies, nickles, & dimes satisfying your sweet tooth?

Schuylkill County Tuesday Trivia

Today marks the first of our weekly post of trivia questions about Schuylkill County.  We will post the questions on Tuesday and provide the answers on Wednesday.  How many can you answer without any help?

PA House and Senate Bills Would Allow Terminally Ill Patients to End Their Own Lives

(11/18/14) Brittany Maynard made headlines last month when the 29 year old, who is terminally ill, took her own life under Oregon's Death with Dignity Act.  Two Pennsylvania legislators have now placed bills proposing a law similar to Oregon's.

Tips for Driving in Dense Fog

The fog around Schuylkill County this morning was extremely thick.  While driving slow is one of the precautions for driving in fog.  Here is a list of some tips the next time you encounter thick dense fog.

Help Autumn Get to Philadelphia

Help Autumn get to Philadelphia to get the treatment she needs

Monday Morning Crash Victims Identified

The Republican Herald is reporting that the two people who died this morning in a crash on the Gordon Mountain were James Metzger, 67, and Elaine Bradley, 73, of Tamaqua.

More from the Republican Herald
http://republicanherald.com/coroner-identifies-victims-of-fatal-crash-1.1789298

2 Killed in Motor Vehicle Accident Near Highridge on Gordon Mountain Monday Morning

Two people died Monday morning when the van they were traveling in crashed into a tractor trailer.

Shenandoah Police Charge Three Men for Beating Man

The Shenandoah Police charged three men with assault charges after beating a man.

3 Homes Destroyed By Fire in Shenandoah on Sunday

Photo Courtesy of Kate Zucker

Around  3pm Sunday, fire crews were called to 504 West Center Street in Shenandoah for a working structure fire.

Crews at the Scene of a Working Structure Fire in Shenandoah

Around  3pm Sunday, fire crews were called to 504 West Center Street in Shenandoah for a working structure fire.

Schuylkill County Events for Week Ending November 22nd

Check out this week's listing of upcoming events from in and around Schuylkill County

Mahanoy City Police Arrest 3 on Drug Charges Saturday

Mahanoy City Police Arrest 3 on Drug Charges on Saturday

Brewer's Outlet Closes It's Doors One Last Time

On Saturday, the Brewer's Outlet in Pottsville closed it's doors for the final time after 51 years in business.

Schuylkill County High School Football District Championship Playoff Scores

High School Football District Championship Playoff Scores

Pottsville Native Selected on 74th Postmaster General

It was announced today that Megan Brennan, a Pottsville native, was selected as the 74th Postmaster General of the United States Postal Service

Link to USPS
http://about.usps.com/news/national-releases/2014/pr14_061.htm

Schuylkill County Society of Crippled Chilren and the United Way

You are “Giving Hearts” and “Giving Hope” when you contribute to the 2015 Campaign at the Schuylkill United Way! To donate visit www.schuylkillunitedway.org, or call our office at 570.622.6421.

Two County School Districts Awarded Grants to Fund School Police and Resource Officers

In a press release from the Department of Education, it was announced that two Schuylkill County School Districts were awarded grants to fund school police and resource officers.

Mahanoy City Receives Grant to Demolish Brewery and Build Park

Officials announced Friday morning in Mahanoy City that the borough will receive $420,000 in grant money to demolish the former Kaier's Brewery and redevelop the area into a community park and playground.

Butler Township Police Investigating Theft

Butler Township Police posted the following to their Facebook page regarding a theft at Lavelle Motors in Lavelle near Ashland

Power Outage in Butler Township Friday Morning

PPL is reporting that over 400 customers are currently without power in the Butler Township area near Gordon of Schuylkill County.

UPDATE:  A check of the status at 1:25PM showed that power had been restored.

More information as it is available.

Schuylkill County Santa Arrivals!

It's that time of year when Santa makes his appearances around Schuylkill County.  Below is a listing of when Santa will be making arrivals and appearances around Schuylkill County

Officials to Announce Funding Plans for Redevelopment of Former Brewery

MAHANOY CITY – State and local officials will announce funding plans for the redevelopment of the former Kaier’s Brewery property at a news conference on Friday, November 14 at 11 a.m. at the site of the blighted brewery.

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