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Monday, December 8, 2014

Crash on Northbound Route 61 Frackville Grade Monday Night

Emergency personnel were called to northbound Route 61 on the Frackville grade just before 10pm Monday night for a motor vehicle accident.

LONG BEFORE MALLS, SHOPPING CENTERS, & ONLINE BUYING, PEOPLE FLOCKED TO DOWNTOWN STORES TO DO THEIR HOLIDAY SEASON SHOPPING. Click LIKE if you have fond shopping memories at stores like Bright's in Lansford & Lehighton, Sear's & Pomeroy's in Pottsville, Hess's in Allentown, or Deisroth's in Hazleton.

Middletown – One jackpot-winning Pennsylvania Lottery Cash 5 ticket worth $325,000 from the Sunday, Dec. 7, drawing was sold at Turkey Hill, 2931 Fairgrounds Road, Ashland, Schuylkill County.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for 12/8/14

On Tuesday, the Saint Clair borough council approved a budget with no tax hike.

Emergency personnel were called to 173 Sunny Drive, Mary D, in Schuylkill Township for a fully involved house fire.

According to sources, At approximately 7:30am, someone wearing all tan clothing robbed the Turkey Hill in Ashland Sunday morning with a handgun.

He reportedly stole an unknown amount of cash, gift cards, and cigarettes.

Someone with the same description also attempted to rob a convenience store in Ranshaw, Northumberland County about an hour later.

The suspect is still on the loose.

Story from News Item

http://www.newsitem.com/robbery-suspect-on-the-loose-armed-1.1799297

More information as it is available.

Saturday, December 6, 2014

Schuylkill County Obituaries 12/7/14

HARRISBURG – Attorney General Kathleen G. Kane, along with the Attorneys General of 44 states and the District of Columbia, announced on Thursday that Sirius XM Radio Inc. of New York has agreed to pay $3.8 million to the states and provide restitution to eligible consumers.

Schuylkill County High School Basketball Scores - 12/5/14

The Pottsville School District has received grant money to add new security cameras to their schools.

According to WNEP, the FAA released a report about the November 16th incident where a Geisinger Helicopter nearly collided with a drone helicopter near the Schuylkill County airport.

A 20 foot by 8 foot mural, painted by Dave Naydock, that was in jeopardy of being removed has been announced that it will now be saved.

Tabitha Hernandez, of Pottsville, will be competing in the Miss Teen Pennsylvania Pageant this weekend.

St. Clair Fire Ruled Arson

An early morning fire in St. Clair that took place Wednesday has been ruled arson.

Scheduled Schuylkill County Road Work for Next Week

Continuing to advance his JOBS1st PA initiative, Governor Tom Corbett announced today that TruBridge, a provider of business and consulting services, has established a facility in Schuylkill County and is projected to create more than 100 new jobs.

PennDOT and the Pennsylvania State Police today urged motorists to “steer clear” of police, emergency responders, road crews and tow-truck operators while they carry out their duties.

Over the last year, I've seen the same topic appear and that is “music is not a competition”. I've heard a number of opinions and views on the topic. It’s true, music is not a competition and people should just be in support of the music and the artist creating it.

Schuylkill United Way is Working to Activate a 2-1-1 Database

The Schuylkill United Way is currently working on 211 system for Schuylkill County.

Attorney General Kathleen G. Kane warns of furnace and chimney repairs scams this winter and offers tips to consumers

Tower City Woman Charged with Threatening to Kill State Troopers

Crews at Scene of Structure Fire in North Manheim Township

Just after 2:30pm Tuesday, emergency personnel were called to 142 Dana Street in North Manheim Township for a structure fire.

HARRISBURG - With the number of older drivers on the rise in Pennsylvania, PennDOT today marked Older Driver Safety Awareness Week, Dec. 1-5, by highlighting the importance of roadway safety and older driver mobility.

The Intermediate Unit 29 Learning Center will be moving in December.

Early Dismissals for 12/2/14

Four Injured in Rush Township Crash

Around 4:30pm Monday, emergency personnel responded to the intersection of Lincoln Drive and Route 309 in Rush Township for a crash involving two vehicles.

Schuylkill County Events for Next Week

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

Scheduled Interstate 81 Road Work

Shane Montgomery, a 21 Year Old Senior, from West Chester University, went missing early Thursday morning after he was escorted out of a bar near Philadelphia and hasn't been heard from since.

Scheduled Schuylkill County Road Work

Scheduled Schuylkill County Roadwork

Weather Causes Many Problems on the Roadway Wednesday

Emergency crews were extremely busy on Wednesday responding to calls around Schuylkill County and Interstate 81.

Here is a list we gathered today from today's incidents as of 7:45pm

There are reports of multiple people shot at a shopping center in Reading Wednesday afternoon.

Schuylkill County snow emergencies issued on 11/26/14

According to PPL, approximately 1,100 customers are without power in Schuylkill County as of 2:15pm Wednesday.

The snow is falling, roads are getting worse and emergency crews are out. Here are the current and previous incidents from Wednesday

Road conditions are worsening across Schuylkill County. Drive safe!

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Update (2:00PM)

Interstate 81, Milemarker 98 Southbound, Motor Vehicle Accident

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Interstate 81, Milemarker 101 Southbound, Motor Vehicle Accident

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Interstate 81, Milemarker 116 Northbound, Car over embankment

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New Ringgold, Car vs. Tree, Summer Valley Road and Red Dale Road

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Orwigsburg, Motor Vehicle Accident, North Market Street

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Interstate 81 Northbound, MM 133, Jackknifed tractor trailer

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Update(12:15pm): State Route 54 is closed between Marian and the Hometown Auction in Rush Township.

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Incidents posted from Schuylkill County Firewire
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Schuylkill-County-Firewire/277658282307175

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700 Ann St Norwegian Twp - Vehicle on it's side
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Route 309 in area of the blue mountain shut down due to tractor trailer blocking roadway

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Motor Vehicle Accident - 183 South and Plum Creek RD., Wayne Township

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Tuesday, November 25, 2014

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.