Wednesday, June 3, 2015

Pottsville Man Facing Assault Charges After Alleged Stabbing

A Pottsville man is facing assault charges after he allegedly stabbed a woman early Monday Morning.

Tuesday, June 2, 2015

Schuylkill County Police Log 6/2/15


Schuylkill County Police Log 6/2/15

Pedestrian Struck Early Tuesday Morning

A woman was struck near Frackville Tuesday morning.

Identity of Woman Released for Body Found in Palo Alto Saturday

The Schuylkill County Coroner has released the name of the woman whose body was found in Palo Alto on Saturday.

Harvest the Fun at the Schuylkill County Fair

The 32st Annual Schuylkill County Fair will soon be here. The Fair is only a month away. The Schuylkill County Fairgrounds are located at 2270 Fair Road, Schuylkill Haven, PA and during the week of July 27 thru August 1 the Fair will be open for the public’s enjoyment. Fair hours are: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday opening at 4 p.m.; Tuesday and Saturday opening at 11 a.m. The theme this year is “Harvest the Fun”.

Schuylkill County PIAA Baseball and Softball Playoff Schedule Changes - 6/2/15



Schuylkill County PIAA Baseball and Softball Playoff Schedule Changes - 6/2/15

No Deal to Purchase A-Treat

The deal that was announced earlier for a businessman to purchase A-Treat soda is off.

Woman Facing DUI Charges After Crash

A Schuylkill County woman is facing DUI charges after a crash on Sunday.

Schuylkill County Reverend Serves as Guest Chaplain for Senate of Pennsylvania

HARRISBURG – As a guest of Senator David G. Argall (R-Schuylkill/Berks), Reverend Christopher Wollyung of the First United Methodist Church in Mahanoy City served as the state Senate’s guest chaplain on Monday.

Sunday, May 31, 2015

Saturday, May 30, 2015

Rush Township Police Apprehend Man After Motorcycle Pursuit; Cocaine Found

A man is in Schuylkill County Prison after leading police in a chase Saturday.

Woman's Body Found in Port Carbon Saturday Evening

The body of a woman was found Saturday evening in Port Carbon.

One of Schuylkill County's Favorite Pizza Places Closing


After being open for 66 years, Centioles Pizza, in Girardville, is closing it's doors.

PIAA State Baseball and Softball Playoff Schedules for Schuylkill County Teams



PIAA State Baseball and Softball Playoff Schedules for Schuylkill County Teams

Schuylkill County Road Work Scheduled for Next Week

Schuylkill County Road Work Scheduled for Next Week

Mount Carmel Man Facing Child Porn Charges

Attorney General Kathleen G. Kane announced Friday the arrest of a Mount Carmel man as part of ongoing efforts to target the online sharing, downloading and distribution of child pornography.

Free United States Flag History/Etiquette Program

On Flag Day, Sunday 14 June 2015, the Good Intent Hose Company of Llewellyn will be conducting a United States Flag History/Etiquette Program starting at 2:00 pm in their social hall.

Ashland Borough Street Sweeper Schedule

Ashland Borough's street sweeper schedule

Friday, May 29, 2015

Man Facing Attempted Homicide Charges After Hitting Police Cruiser

A Zion's Grove man is facing attempted homicide charges after attempting to run down State Police officers.

Yuengling Announces New Seasonal Beer

D.G. Yuengling & Son, Inc. announced Friday morning that they will be introducing a new seasonal beer.

Thursday, May 28, 2015

Schuylkill County High School Baseball District XI Championship Scores - 5/28/15




Schuylkill County High School Baseball District XI Championship Scores - 5/28/15

Pennsylvania Department of Health Warns of Imposter Letters

HARRISBURG - The Pennsylvania Department of Health has received reports in Dauphin and York counties of an imposter letter to homeowners stating that their homes are in violation of local housing codes and that the violations must be remedied or a fine will be imposed.

The letter uses an outdated Health Department logo and contains the fraudulent signature of the current Secretary of Health.

The Department of Health has no authority to enforce private housing codes.

Local law enforcement authorities have been notified.

Chinese Auction Benefiting Minersville Little League Scheduled for This Weekend

Chinese Auction Benefiting Minersville Little League Scheduled for This Weekend.

Strawberry Festival to Be Held

A strawberry festival will be held at Immanuel Lutheran Church, 141 East Street in Williamstown on Saturday, Jun13th from 11:00am to 3:00pm. Plenty of parking is available.

Tamaqua Restaurant Manager Accused of Stealing from Couple

The manager of a popular restaurant in Tamaqua is accused of stealing hundreds of thousands of dollars from a couple.

Pottsville Farmers Market to Begin This Saturday

The Pottsville Farmers Market will begin running weekly starting this Saturday, May 30th.

South Schuylkill Garden Club Bank Restoration

South Schuylkill Garden Club members over the last few weeks have been busying themselves with the restoration landscaping at the eastern end of a bank of ground behind the Schuylkill Haven Recreation and Senior Center. The formal landscaping is an effort to beautify and support he integrity of the bank.

Wednesday, May 27, 2015

PennDOT Honors Star of Excellence Recipient in Schuylkill County

PennDOT Secretary Leslie S. Richards today recognized 25 PennDOT employees for their outstanding performance with the Star of Excellence Award, PennDOT’s highest recognition. Three employees from PennDOT’s District 5, which represents Berks, Carbon, Lehigh, Monroe, Northampton, and Schuylkill counties, were among the honorees.

Severe Thunderstorm Watch Issued for Eastern Pennsylvania


A severe thunderstorm watch has been issued for Eastern Pennsylvania

Santorum to Run for President in 2016

The former Pennsylvania Senator will announce Wednesday that he is running for President.

Thunderstorms Expected Wednesday Afternoon

There is a good chance Schuylkill County could see some thunderstorms Wednesday.

Saturday, May 23, 2015

Hersheypark's Laff Trakk Opens Saturday

Known for blending the best of the past with the innovations of the future, Hersheypark presents Laff Trakk, the first indoor, spinning, glow-coaster in the United States opening on Saturday, May 23, 2015.

Friday, May 22, 2015

PennDOT to ReSurface 209 in Schuylkill County

The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) District 5 announced today US 209 will be resurfaced in Blythe, Schuylkill and Walker townships, and Middleport and Tamaqua boroughs in Schuylkill County beginning June 1.

Schuylkill County Road Work Scheduled for Next Week

Schuylkill County Road Work Scheduled for Next Week

Reported 2nd Alarm Structure Fire Friday Morning in Port Carbon

Fire crews responded to a fire Friday morning in Port Carbon.

Criminal Complaint Filed Charging Man for Baby's Death

A criminal complaint has been filed charging a man for the death of a baby in December.

Thursday, May 21, 2015

Police Stop Burglary in Progress

Schuylkill Haven Police were able to catch individuals immediately after burglarizing an apartment.

Wednesday, May 20, 2015

Man Pleads Guilty for Shooting Bald Eagle

A Lehighton man has plead guilty for shooting a bald eagle.

Sign up for Schuylkill's Got Talent!

Showcase your talent by entering Schuylkill's Got TALENT! 

Schuylkill United Way Sponsoring Free Act 153 Info Session and Act 31 Certification

Schuylkill United Way Sponsoring Free Act 153 Info Session and Act 31 Certificate

Winners of Majestic Awards Announced

The 10th Annual Majestic Awards were held this past Monday honoring Schuylkill County's High School Musicals.  The event was held at North Schuylkill High School's auditorium.