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Saturday, July 25, 2015

McCann Presents Donation to Schuylkill Alliance for Healthcare

Pottsville, PA (7/22/2015) – Shannon Brennan, Campus Director for the Pottsville Campus of McCann School of Business & Technology presented a check for $260 to Judith Schweich, Executive Director for the Schuylkill Alliance for Healthcare.

Three Marian High School football players are facing assault-related charges stemming from alleged bullying incidents.

Interstate 81 Road Work Scheduled for Schuylkill County This Week

Below is a schedule of the road work scheduled around Schuylkill County this week.

The 32st Annual Schuylkill County Fair starts Monday.

Elysburg, PA – Knoebels Amusement Resort’s 2015 Tiny Tots Swim Lessons have been scheduled for August 3-7 at its Crystal Pool. Lessons begin at 9:00 a.m. and end at 10:15 a.m. Participants are not required to attend each day, and the $5 donation for unlimited lessons can be paid on the day of the lesson.

Body Found in Eastern Schuylkill County

According to the Times News, a body has been found in a wooded area in Newkirk. The coroner has been called to the scene Friday evening.

Legislators Announce State Loan to Assist with Acid Mine Drainage Polluting Mahanoy Creek‏

WEST MAHANOY TOWNSHIP – Senator David G. Argall (R-Schuylkill/Berks) and Representative Neal P. Goodman (D-Schuylkill) announced a $2,620,736 loan through the Pennsylvania Infrastructure and Investment Authority (PENNVEST) that will assist Keystone Anthracite Co. with efforts to remediate acid mine drainage into the Shenandoah Creek and Mahanoy Creek by way of the Weston Tunnel.

Currently, high pH and aluminum levels from acid mine drainage from the Weston Tunnel in West Mahanoy Township pollutes the Shenandoah Creek, which flows into the Mahanoy Creek. The loan will provide for the construction of a drainable limestone bed to be placed in the Weston Tunnel to treat about 2,000 gallons of water per minute.

“This loan will continue the ongoing efforts to clean up water pollution affecting our streams and creeks,” Argall said.

“Polluted mine water continues to be a significant environmental problem in Schuylkill County,” Goodman said. “I’m pleased PENNVEST is providing significant support to Keystone Anthracite so it can treat the acidic water that flows from the Weston Tunnel and pollutes Mahanoy Creek.”

The total cost for the project is $3,620,736.

The project is scheduled to begin in August and be completed by the end of the year.

Knoebels Announces Activity-Filled Week of July 26 through August 1

Elysburg, PA – Knoebels Amusement Resort is happy to announce an activity-filled week of July 26 through August 1. In addition to the rides, food, games and shopping that Knoebels visitors can enjoy during a typical week, this coming week will also include a four-day craft fair, a visit from the #24 Pepsi show car, and a book signing for Roaring Creek Rescue. Knoebels team members and their families can also look forward to the second annual Dexter’s Dash 5K run/1K walk benefiting Make-A-Wish.

Orwigsburg Post Office to Close Temporarily

The United States Postal Service has notified Orwigsburg residents that their post office will be closed temporarily.

Troopers Searching for Armed Fugitive

Troopers are searching for an armed fugitive near Tamaqua.

A Lebanon County man is in custody after a two-hour standoff Wednesday afternoon.

Photo submitted by Seth Hubler

Schuylkill County Boy Scout Justin Weller was recognized by the Schuylkill Haven Borough for constructing a Pedestrian Bridge at Bubeck Park near Stoyers Dam.

The Northumberland County Sheriff's Office is seeking a woman from Minersville for court costs.

Mega Millions lottery officials announced Wednesday morning that a winning ticket from Tuesday's drawing worth $152 Million was sold in Pennsylvania.

On Tuesday, it was announced that A-Treat will be returning this fall under new ownership.

The Shenandoah Police Department is asking for the public's help with information regarding two incidents in the borough that were reported around 6:00am on Sunday, July 19th.

State Police Seize Over $27 Million in Heroin and $2.9 Million in Cocaine for the Second Quarter of 2015

Harrisburg, PA - Pennsylvania State Police today announced troopers seized over $34 million in heroin, marijuana and other prohibited drugs in the second quarter of 2015.

U.S. Representative Matt Cartwright announced today that the PA Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED) has awarded two Schuylkill County communities $763,390 in HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME) grant funding.

Shenandoah Fire Quickly Extinguished Monday Afternoon

Around 4pm, Monday, emergency personnel were called to 130 East Coal Street, Shenandoah for a house fire.

Hegins, PA – September 6, 2015 is the date of the Schuylkill County Wine Festival’s 7th annual event. Held at the Hegins Park, the festival showcases the products of area wineries in and around Schuylkill County. Festival admission and live entertainment begins at noon and wine tasting begins at 1pm. A variety of vendors selling wine-related items will also be positioned throughout the park.

Road Work Scheduled for Interstate 81 in Schuylkill County This Week

Upcoming Schuylkill County Road Work

Pottsville, PA (7/16/2015) – Amelia Hopkins, Director of Admissions for the Pottsville Campus of McCann School of Business & Technology presented scholarship awards to two graduating high school seniors. Rebecca Moyer, a 2015 Graduate of Pine Grove Area High School, was awarded the Academic Excellence Scholarship which is a 50% tuition scholarship. Ms. Moyer was ranked 3rd among her high school graduating class and plans to pursue an ASB in Accounting at McCann. Jerome Setlock, a 2015 Graduate of Pottsville Area School District, was awarded the Presidential Scholarship which is a 25% tuition scholarship. Mr. Setlock plans to pursue an Associate Degree in HVAC/R from McCann.

Pictured left to right: Rebecca Moyer, Amelia Hopkins and Jerome Setlock.

Saturday, July 18, 2015

One Person Killed in Fire in New Castle Township Saturday Morning

One person has reportedly died Saturday morning in a structure fire in New Castle Township.

Recall Issued for Bells and Evans Chicken Nuggets

The Department of Argriculate Food Safety and Inspection Service has issued a recall on Bells and Evans Chicken Nuggets after Staphylococcal enterotoxin was found in one of it's products.

Just after 10:30pm Thursday, emergency personnel were called to a motor vehicle accident 857 Penn Drive, Route 443, West Penn Township.

Coroner Called to Crash Near Tamaqua

Just after 10:30pm, emergency personnel were 857 Penn Drive, Route 443, West Penn Township for a motor vehicle accident.

A Girardville man was taken to Schuylkill County Prison after leading police on a foot chase and being found with drugs and warrants.

PennDOT announced Thursday that intermittent lane restrictions will be in place while the Route 61 "Mady's Bridge" Replacement project continues.

Skook News is pleased to announced a new way to receive breaking news.

Family members of a teen reported missing is looking for the public's help in locating him.

Girardville Man Sought by Northumberland County Sheriff's Office

The Northumberland County Sheriff's Office is seeking the public's help in finding a man from Girardville.

Pottsville Police are looking for information on identifying a man responsible for a theft in the city.

Shortly after midnight on July 12th, Frackville Borough Police recovered a stolen vehicle in the 100 block of N. Lehigh Ave.

Schedule for the 2015 High School Football Season in Schuylkill County

Schedule for the 2015 High School Football Season in Schuylkill County

DUI Charges Against Hazleton Man

Schuylkill County Little League Scores - 07/13/15

A woman was injured in an ATV accident in Centralia on Saturday.

A crash has been reported on Route 61 in Orwigsburg.

Sunday's Schuylkill County Little League Scores - 07/12/15

Two Schuylkill County Fire Companies Receive Grants

On Friday, U.S. Representative Matt Cartwright announced that the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has awarded two Schuylkill County fire departments each with Assistance to Firefighters Grants (AFGs). The funds will be distributed via the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).

Interstate 81 Road Work Scheduled for Schuylkill County Next Week

One Injured in Crash in Ryan Township Saturday Morning

One person was taken to the hospital after a crash Saturday morning in Ryan Township.

Schuylkill County Road Work Scheduled for Next Week

Schuylkill County Little League Scores - 07/10/15

General Motors is recalling nearly 780,000 SUVs in North America due to the rear power lift gates can suddenly fall and hit people.

Due to budget cuts, State-Owned Universities will be raising tuition.

A man was stabbed during a dispute Thursday in Tamaqua.

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