Tuesday, January 6, 2015
Tuesday's Travel Problems - 1/6/15
Monday, January 5, 2015
Social Media Posts Photos of Dogs to Cheer up Teenager
Anthony Lyons, 16, has acute lymphoblastic leukemia and started a week-long chemotherapy treatment this past Friday.
UPDATE: Victim Shot During Deer Poaching Incident in West Penn Township
Snow and Bitter Cold Temperatures This Week
Crash Victim Found with Gunshot Wound
Elton John to Perform in Reading in February
Santander Arena announced Monday morning that Elton John will be bringing his "All The Hits" tour to Reading, PA in February
Over 1,200 Schuylkill County Residents without Power Monday Morning
Sunday, January 4, 2015
Escapee Caught in Schuylkill County
On Saturday, it was reported that Timothy Hostetter, of Pottsville, escaped from a Correctional Facility in Berks County on Friday night.
Editorial: Thoughts on New Radios for Emergency Responders
Scheduled Schuylkill County Road Work
Scheduled Interstate 81 Road Work in Schuylkill County
Saturday, January 3, 2015
TRAFFIC ALERT: Route 61 Southbound, Motor Vehicle Accident at DeadMan's Curve
Around 7:45pm, Saturday, Frackville fire personnel were called to Deadman's Curve, the Frackville Grade on Route 61.
The motor vehicle accident is reported to have involved multiple vehicles.
The motor vehicle accident is reported to have involved multiple vehicles.
Route 61 has been shutdown at the Schuylkill Mall.
Avoid the area if possible.
UPDATE: 9:30pm - Eyewitnesses say the road is now open.
More information as it comes availble.
Avoid the area if possible.
UPDATE: 9:30pm - Eyewitnesses say the road is now open.
More information as it comes availble.
Pottsville Man Escapes Berks County Correctional Facility
According to the Republican Herald,Timothy Earl Hostetter, of Pottsville, escaped a Correctional Facility in Wernersville, Berks County, on Friday.
General Motors Recalls Over 90,000 Vehicles
PennDOT Has Reduced Speeds on Interstates
PennDOT has announced that due to the weather conditions they have reduced speeds on Interstate 81 and 80 to 45 mph until further notice.
UPDATE: As of 4:15pm, PennDOT has restored speeds to normal.
UPDATE: As of 4:15pm, PennDOT has restored speeds to normal.
Thursday, January 1, 2015
Wednesday, December 31, 2014
3 Temporarily Homeless After Fire in Mahanoy City Wednesday Evening
Just before 7pm Wednesday evening the Mahanoy Fire Department responded to a fire at 14 South D Street in the borough.
Governor Corbett Awards City Revitalization and Improvement Zone PilotZone Designation to the Borough of Tamaqua
Governor Tom Corbett, on Wednesday, awarded a City Revitalization and Improvement Zone (CRIZ) program Pilot Zone designation to the Borough of Tamaqua, Schuylkill County.
New Philadelphia Shed Fire Wednesday Afternoon
Just after 4pm Wednesday, fire crews were called to 57 Valley Street, New Philadelphia for a shed fire.
Looking Back at 2014: Skook State of Mind
As 2014 closes, we will be looking back at some of the most popular stories from the year around Schuylkill County. Our second look at the year, we are highlighting the viral sensation "Skook State of Mind".
Tuesday, December 30, 2014
Three Vehicle Accident in Pottsville on Tuesday
Just after 11:00am on Tuesday, fire crews were called Nichols Street in Pottsvile for a 3 vehicle motor vehicle accident.
No word how many, but injuries were reported
No word how many, but injuries were reported
PA Franchise Tax To Increase Gas Prices Thursday
Starting on Thursday, New Year's Day, Pennsylvania's Franchise Tax on oil companies will go into effect and increase oil by 10 cents per gallon. Companies are then likely to pass it down to the gas pumps.
Police Searching for Suspect Who Shot Cows
According to multiple sources, the State Police are looking for a suspect who shot 5 cows in Eldred Township overnight Sunday into Monday.
Infant's Autopsy Showed Signs of Head Trauma
Coal Region Connections: New Year's Day Traditions in the Coal Region
Monday, December 29, 2014
Bernie from Tony's Lunch Retires
After 59 years of serving us screamers and quick cheeses, Bernie from Tony's Lunch will retire this evening.
OSHA Proposes Fine Against Amusement Park
According to multiple sources, OSHA has proposed a fine against Dorney Park after federal regulators say it failed to protect summertime workers from extreme heat.
Looking Back at 2014: The Schuylkill Mall
As 2014 closes, we will be looking back at some of the most popular stories from the year around Schuylkill County. Our first story is actually a bunch of stories regarding the Schuylkill Mall.
Missing Dog from Saint Clair Area
Harley, a black and white male Great Dane went missing from a yard in the Saint Clair Area on December 23rd.
Scheduled Interstate 81 Road Work in Schuylkill County
Tire Slashing in Middleport and Kaska
TamaquaArea.com is reporting that multiple tires were slashed in Middleport and Kaska on Friday night.
Convenient Store Robbed in Pottsville on Saturday
According to the Republican Herald, the Brok-Sel Markets, located on West Market Street in Pottsville was robbed at gunpoint on Saturday night around 10:00pm.
Police Investigating Stolen Dirt Bike
The Orwigsburg Borough Police are investigating the report of a theft of yellow 2013 Suzuki RMZ450 dirt bike from the borough.
Sunday, December 28, 2014
Death of Child Under Investigation
Saturday, December 27, 2014
Man Taken Into Custody After Crash
According to TamaquaArea.com, An unidentified man was taken into custody by police around 10:15 PM Friday evening after crashing his SUV into a tree along Tuscarora Park Road, about a half mile southeast of the state park entrance, in Rush Township.
Second Annual Big Daddy Day Set for New Years Day
Schuylkill County Trout Unlimited is coordinating the 2nd annual Big Daddy Day. This day is dedicated to all fisherman who start the year off trout fishing.
County Commissioners Announce Upgrade to Radios for First Responders
The Schuylkill County Commissioners announced earlier this week that more than 1,000 new radios will be distributed to volunteer fire companies, EMS, and police.
Friday, December 26, 2014
Wednesday, December 24, 2014
Charges Filed Against Juvenile for School Threats
Shenandoah Knights of Columbus Donate to Needy
On Tuesday, the Shenandoah Knights of Columbus donated to the needy and to help families have a Christmas dinner.
Tuesday, December 23, 2014
TRAFFIC ALERT: Motor Vehicle Accident on Route 61, Frackville Grade
Just after 1:00pm Tuesday, emergency personnel were called to Deadman's Curve on Route 61 Southbound on the Frackville Grade in Blythe Township.
Missing Man from Pittsburgh Area
Keurig Recall - Safety Notice
Before you give that brand new Keurig to a loved one for Christmas, there's a recall you may want be made aware of.
Donations for Fire Victims
We haven't heard of any drop off locations yet for the Monday night's fire victims in Shenandoah, but we have heard of clothing sizes if you are interested in donating
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