New Additions for the 2015 Knoebels Season

There has been a lot of talk about Knoebel's new Impulse rollercoaster but it's not the only new addition this year.

Libertarian Party of Schuylkill County Announces Candidates

The Libertarian Party of Schuylkill County (LPSC) has officially announced their
candidates for 2015.

Former Police Chief Faces Drug Charges

Former Shenandoah Police Chief, Neil Reese, is facing drug charges after an incident at his home on December 12th.

Lyme Disease Risk In All 67 Counties of Pennsylvania

DEP Study Reveals Lyme Disease Risk In All 67 Counties of Pennsylvania

Knoebels' Opens This Saturday

LAKEWOOD PARK, ANGELA PARK, DREAM CITY PARK, ROCKY GLEN PARK, EDGEWOOD PARK ARE NOW JUST MEMORIES. BUT 1 PARK REMAINS THAT IS AMERICA'S LARGEST FREE ADMISSION PARK. 

A-Treat Soda Has New Owner

A-Treat is back after closing earlier this year.

One Injured After Driver Runs Red Light and Causes Crash Monday

One person was injured Monday when a driver ran a red light and caused a crash in West Brunswick Township.

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued

The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Schuylkill County

Tornado Watch Issued for Schuylkill County

The National Weather Service has issued a tornado watch for Schuylkill County

Schuylkill County Police Log 04/20/15

Schuylkill County Police Log 04/20/15

Power Outage in West Brunswick Twp.

PPL is reporting a power outage in West Brunswick Twp. Monday morning.

Heavy Rain Ends This Morning but Chance of Showers and Thunderstorms Monday Afternoon

The National Weather Service issued a "Hazardous Weather Outlook" for Monday afternoon.

Woman Missing Since Monday, April 13th

Family members are reaching out via Social Media in search of a woman missing since April 13th.

CAPTURED; Ashland Man Captured in Mount Carmel After Fleeing Police

An Ashland man was captured Sunday morning after fleeing police on Saturday in Mount Carmel.

Schuylkill Man Sought By Mount Carmel Police

(04/18/15) Mount Carmel Police are need the public's assistance in locating an Ashland man.

Schuylkill County Units Being Called to Carbon County for Massive Brush Fire

A brush fire in East Penn Township, Carbon County has been burning for hours and crews from Schuylkill County have been called to fight the blaze.

Schedule Interstate 81 Road Work in Schuylkill County

Schuylkill County: Road Work on Interstate 81

Fire Weather Watch Issued for Schuylkill County

The National Weather Service has issued a Fire Weather Watch for Schuylkill County

Scheduled Road Work for Schuylkill County

Scheduled Road Work for Schuylkill County

Police and Banks Warn of Phone Scam

On Friday, local banks and police began warning residents and customers of a phone scam.

Schuylkill County Woman Wins $1 Million Jackpot

According to the PA Lottery,  a Saint Clair woman hit the jackpot earlier this month.

Man Dies After Crash Near Port Carbon

We reported early that two people were injured Thursday morning in a crash on Route 209 near Port Carbon.  One of the victims has passed away.

Three Flown After Crash on Route 901 Thursday Afternoon

Just before 5pm, emergency personnel were called to the intersection of Route 901 and the Northbound exit of Interstate 81 at the Minersville exit for a motor vehicle accident.

Star Wars: The Force Awakens Second Teaser Trailer Released

On Thursday, The second teaser trailer for Star Wars: The Force Awakens Was Released

Two Injured in Head on Crash Thursday Morning

Two people were injured Thursday morning in a head on crash near Port Carbon.

PennDOT Online Heavy Equipment Auction

The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation will hold an online auction for heavy equipment beginning at noon Wednesday, April 22. Available equipment includes single- and multi-axle dump trucks, backhoes, graders and more.

Schuylkill County Enacts 30 Day Burn Ban

Schuylkill County will be placed in a burn ban starting on Friday.

Argall Bill to Provide Demolition Funding Clears Senate Committee

HARRISBURG – The Senate Urban Affairs and Housing Committee, chaired by Senator Scott Wagner (R-York), unanimously approved legislation sponsored by Senator David G. Argall (R-Schuylkill/Berks) to allow counties to generate funds for demolition purposes.

Garden Club Scholarship Announced

The South Schuylkill Garden Club is pleased to announce that applications for a $750 student scholarship are now being accepted to benefit a Schuylkill County student who plans to further their education.

Attorney General Kane Issues Warning on Cyberbullying

HARRISBURG – Attorney General Kathleen G. Kane today underscored the dangers of cyberbullying, an issue that has become more commonplace with the increasing popularity of social media and electronic applications.

Beech-Nut Recalls Baby Food

Beech-Nut Nutrition, an Amsterdam, N.Y. establishment, is recalling approximately 1,920 pounds of baby food products that may be contaminated with small pieces of glass, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today.

Former New England Patriot Found Guilty of Murder

Photo posted from Wikipedia

A former New England Patriot was found guilty of murder on Wednesday.

Schuylkill County Police Log - 4/15/15

Schuylkill County Police Log - 4/15/15

Woman Facing Drug Charges After Selling Oxycodone

A woman is facing drug charges after selling drugs to an informant on Tuesday afternoon.

Police Chief Comments on Drug Paraphernalia Found in Borough

Shenandoah Police Chief George Carado had the following comments in response to recent postings on Social Media regarding syringes and drug paraphernalia found in the borough

Working House Fire in Mahanoy City

Around 9:30pm, fire crews were called to the area of 25 South 12th Street Mahanoy City for a working house fire.

TRAFFIC ALERT: Route 61 South Closed South of Frackville

(3:20pm) We are getting word from eyewitnesses that Route 61 southbound on the Frackville Grade is closed.  Traffic rerouted at the Schuylkill Mall ramp.


An accident occurred late Tuesday morning but we have no information what happened at this time.

UPDATE:  The highway reopened around 3:30pm

Man Facing Drug Charges After Investigation

Mahanoy Township Police arrested Joshua Mooney Monday night during a drug investigation for the sale and use of narcotics. 

Schuylkill County Police Log for 04/14/15

Police Log for 04/14/15

Success Kid's Dad Needs Kidney Transplant

If you've spent any time on the internet over the past 7 years, you've come to know, "The Success Kid" meme.

Man Found with Heroin After Being Caught Throwing Rocks at a Home

A McAdoo man is facing drug charges after being caught throwing rocks at a home.

South Schuylkill Garden Club Tea

South Schuylkill Garden Club will be holding their annual membership Tea on Tuesday, April 21st.

4-H Club Participates in Clover Campaign

Blue Mt. 4-H Livestock Club members will be helping to kick off the Tractor Supply Company spring Clover Campaign.

South Schuylkill Garden Club Annual Plant Sale - 05/16/15

South Schuylkill Garden Club will hold their Annual Plant Sale on Saturday, May 16, 2015 from 7:30 Am to 2:30 PM. The location for the plant sale is at 46 Avenue “C” Schuylkill Haven behind the Medical Arts Building. Start your day early by stopping by for the best selection of locally grown plants for your garden.

DCNR Warning Anglers, Others of High Wildfire Danger

Harrisburg, PA – With the approach of Pennsylvania’s traditional statewide trout season opener on April 18, and a rash of recent wildfires, the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources is urging anglers, property owners and others to take steps to prevent forest and brush fires.

Man Wanted for Parole Violation

Schuylkill County District Attorney Christine Holman and the Schuylkill County Detectives are seeking the public’s assistance in locating Dominick J. Leo.

McCann School of Business Hosts Live Once Event for High School Students

The Pottsville Campus of McCann School of Business & Technology hosted the “Live Once” event on Monday, April 13, 2015.

Coal Region Connections: Heisler's Dairy Bar

WHAT STARTED AS A SMALL ICE CREAM STAND 58 YEARS AGO HAS GROWN INTO THE COAL REGION'S PREMIER FAMILY ATTRACTION FROM APRIL THROUGH OCTOBER. Click LIKE if Heisler's Dairy Bar in the beautiful Lewistown Valley between Tamaqua & Pottsville is 1 of your favorite destinations.

FARM Scholarship Available

Foundation for Agriculture and Resource Management (Schuylkill County Fair) Scholarship application are available to down load from www.schuylkillfair.com under the scholarship tab. The same scholarship application can also be found on the Schuylkill Area Community Foundation web site at www.sacfoundation.com . Interested candidates need to submit the application by June 1st.

Road Work Scheduled for Interstate 81 in Schuylkill County This Week

Road Work Scheduled for Interstate 81 in Schuylkill County This Week