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Thursday, November 17, 2016

Schuylkill County Obituaries for 11/18/16

Schuylkill County Obituaries for 11/18/16

Vietnam Era Veterans from Schuylkill and Berks Counties Honored at Ceremony

Over 180 veterans from the Vietnam era were honored during a ceremony hosted by Senator David G. Argall (R-Schuylkill/Berks) and Representative Barry Jozwiak (R-Berks) at Hamburg Area High School Thursday night.

The Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry today announced that it will lay off nearly 600 of its staff as a result of the Senate’s failure to vote on HB2375, which would have allowed for $57.5 million in funding to administer unemployment benefits to out-of-work Pennsylvanians. The bill, a bi-partisan piece of legislation, was passed by the House on October 19.

Bret Michaels is returning to Schuylkill County Thanksgiving night

Celebrate Schuylkill, a group of local art enthusiasts including The Arts Barn, The Walk In Art Center, The, Mud & Maker Pottery Studio, The Art and Craft Gallery of Hamburg, The Schuylkill Choral Society, Strawberry Playhouse and Gabriel Youth Orchestra recently announced the schedule for their fifth annual Arts Tour, Spirit of The Holidays.

This year, the tour not only expands their calendar to offer more events than in past years, but also adds a new venue, The Art and Craft Gallery of Hamburg.

Celebrate Schuylkill is sponsored in part by The Schuylkill County Visitor’s Bureau. The community is invited to attend open houses, art displays, holiday shopping, crafts, raffles, giveaways, concerts, presentations, caroling, kids activities, visits with Santa, Victorian teas, bake sales, theatre and more.

Each location features something different during the month long tour with the common focus of celebrating and enjoying art in our community.

According to Lisa Robinson, Executive Director of The Walk In Art Center, The Spirit of the Holidays is a wonderful way to celebrate art in our community. We encourage everyone to visit as many venues on the tour as you can and see how much the area has to offer.”

Lisa explained that a detailed calendar of events is listed on the Celebrate Schuylkill’s and the individual venues’ websites and Facebook pages.

For more information please visit www.celebrateschuylkill.com.

Harlem Globetrotters bring their 2017 World Tour to Wilkes-Barre

The world famous Harlem Globetrotters, featuring some of the most electrifying athletes on the planet, will bring their spectacular show to Mohegan Sun Arena at Casey Plaza in Wilkes-Barre on Sunday, March 12 at 3pm during their 2017 World Tour.

Senator David G. Argall (R-Schuylkill/Berks) will continue to serve as Chairman of the Senate Majority Policy Committee for the 2017-18 legislative session. Senator Argall was re-appointed to the position by Senate President Pro Tempore Joe Scarnati as part of the Senate Republican Caucus’s reorganization that took place on Wednesday morning at the state Capitol.

The United States Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of Pennsylvania announced Wednesday that Brian Tate, age 34, of Gordon, Pennsylvania, was indicted on November 15, 2016, for attempting to entice a minor to engage in illegal sexual activity and transporting child pornography.

Police Attempting to Identify Individuals Involved in Retail Theft

On 10/09/16 at approximately 5:30pm, four individuals walked into Cabela’s Retail Store – Hamburg, Pa – Tilden Township, Berks County, and removed items from the store without paying.

Schuylkill County High School Football Schedule for 11/18 & 11/19

Pottsville Area Crimson Tide Wrestling, one of the largest wrestling programs in our region, will host the Fourth Annual Crimson and White Charity Match on Friday, November 18th, 2016 at 7:30 PM.

LCCC Tamaqua Open Additional Hours for Spring Registration

Lehigh Carbon Community College’s (LCCC) Tamaqua campus will offer additional hours for applicants for the spring 2017 semester to complete the registration process. The Morgan Center will be open on Saturday, Nov. 19, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., and is located at 234 High Street, Tamaqua, Pa.

The Pennsylvania State Police at Frackville are investigating an incident where a basketball court was damaged in New Ringgold.

Schuylkill County Police Log for 11/16/16

The Rangers Hose Company, Girardville will be having a Blood Drive on Wednesday, December 28th, 2016 at their fire company from 1:00pm to 7:00pm.

(11/16/16)Southbound Interstate 81 has been closed in southern Schuylkill County.

The Pennsylvania State Police at Frackville are investigating a robbery that occurred Tuesday evening.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for 11/16/16

Schuylkill County Obituaries for 11/16/16

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Michael C Ziegenfuss, age 38, of 2nd St., Coaldale, died Tuesday, November 15, 2016, at home after a brief illness.

Born in Coaldale on May 29, 1978, he was the son of Dorothy A. (Digilio) Ziegenfuss of Coaldale and the late Ray A. Ziegenfuss.

Michael was a Carbon County Vo-Tech graduate. He enjoyed playing basketball, bowling and swimming and was a member of the Panther Valley Shuffleboard League.

He is survived by his
Daughter,
Serena Rei Ziegenfuss at home;

Son,
Michael John Madison Ziegenfuss at home;

Brothers,
Ray Allen Ziegenfuss, Jr. of Frackville;
Frederick James Ziegenfuss of Coaldale;
Nicholas C. Ziegenfuss of Coaldale;

Companion,
Rebecca Cooper;

Nieces and Nephews.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the E. Franklin Griffiths Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc., 655 East Broad Street Tamaqua, Pa., where the family will receive friends from 9:30 AM to 11:00 AM, Friday, November 18, 2016.

Funeral service will be at E. Franklin Griffiths Funeral Home & Cremation Services at 11:00 AM, Friday, November 18, 2016, Reverend Marie Terry to officiate.

Interment will be at Sky View Memorial Park, Tamaqua.

Memorials in his honor may be sent to the American Cancer Society Carbon Tamaqua Unit 101 W. Frack St., Frackville, PA 17931 or
to the charity of one's choice.

Online Registry and Condolences may be signed at www.griffithsfuneralhomes.com.

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Brian A. Brossman, 39, of Bertsch Street, Lansford, PA died Saturday, November 12, 2016 at his residence. He was the son of Marlene (nee Lawrence) Paulus and Allen Leroy Brossman. Brian was an honorable and loyal son, father, brother and uncle. He graduated from Panther Valley High School in 1995 and attended LCCC. Brian was a 12 year veteran of the United States Air Force, retiring as a Technical Sergeant. Surviving in addition to his mother, Marlene and step father, Joseph Paulus of Coaldale, PA and his father, Allen Brossman and step mother, Mary of Hamburg, PA are daughter, Lillee J. Brossman of Exeter, PA; sisters, Melissa Edwards and her husband, Thomas of Coaldale and Regena Brossman and her significant other, Dustin Focht of Coaldale; step brother, Alan Moyer and his wife, Tina of Hamburg; nephews, Thomas Edwards, Jr and Gavin Brossman; and niece, Kenna Focht. A Memorial Service will be held at 3:00 PM on Saturday, November 19, 2016 at the Zizelmann-Gulla Funeral Home, 500 East Broad Street, Tamaqua, PA with The Rev. Phyllis Wolford officiating. Call from 1:00-3:00 PM at the funeral home. Arrangements handled by the Zizelmann-Gulla Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc.

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Ronald J. Weiss, 51, Schuylkill Haven, died Sunday at Geisinger Regional Medical Center, Danville PA

Born in Pottsville, April 2, 1965, He was a son of the late Ronald and Vivian (Pepper) Weiss.

Ronald was catholic in faith and worked as a self-employed Automotive Mechanic .

Surviving are a companion, Virginia Bressler, Schuylkill Haven, 1 daughter Jessica Pauly and her husband Larry, Minersville, one son Tony Weiss, Blue Ball, 2 Grandchildren, 1 sister Vivian Connor, Schuylkill Haven, 1 brother David Weiss, Schuylkill Haven, and 1 Nephew.

Memorial Service will be held at 7:00 PM Friday from Bruce T. Hart Funeral Home, 110 North Second Street St. Clair. Friends may call from 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM Friday at the Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Hillside SPCA PO Box 233, 51 SPCA Road, Pottsville, PA 17901.

Bruce T. Hart Funeral Home, St. Clair, is in charge of arrangements. Condolences can be sent to http://www.brucethartfuneralhome.com

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Edna R. Reinsel, 99, of Oley and formerly of Shartlesville, passed away in the Reading Hospital on Sunday, November 13,, 2016.

Born in Tilden Twp. on December 27, 1916, Edna was the daughter of the late Edwin and Marietta (Shade) Reinsel. She worked as a waitress at the Shartlesville Hotel from 1963-1988. Edna was a member of Frieden's Church, Shartlesville. She enjoyed being with her family and would always call and sing Happy Birthday to them. Edna was a kind person and instilled in her family to be kind to others. She loved to dance and make people smile. Edna enjoyed flowers and ice cream was her favorite dessert. Her farewell to others when leaving was "Good Luck To You."

Edna is survived by her three children: David E. Reinsel and his fiance Constance Edwards, Bernville; Rosie L. (Reinsel), wife of Terry Reimert, Oley; and Janie R. (Reinsel), wife of Ronald Procopio, Sinking Spring; four grandchildren: Troy Kratzer, and his wife Amy; Shawn Reimert, and his wife Marnita; Brandon Epting; and his wife Elizabeth; and Debra Hook; and five great-grandchildren: Candace and Paige Kratzer; Louden Reimert; and Everett and Escher Epting. She was predeceased by three brothers: Howard and George Kauffman, and Daniel Reinsel; as well as four infant siblings.

Services will be held on Thursday at 11:00 am from Leibensperger Funeral Homes, Inc., 65 S. 4th Street, Hamburg (off street parking in rear). Burial will follow in St. Michael's Cemetery, Tilden Twp. A viewing will be held in the funeral home Thursday 10:00 to 11:00 am. Memorial contributions may be sent to Frieden's Church, P.O. Box 366, Shartlesville, PA 19554. For online condolences, please visit, www.leibenspergerfuneralhomes.com.

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Charles 'Chuck' Sincavage, 52, of Mahanoy City, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, November 12th.

Chuck was born in Shenandoah, on April 13, 1964, a son of Camille (Jones) Sincavage, of Mahanoy City and the late Charles Sincavage.

He was a 1982 graduate Shenandoah Valley High School, where he excelled as a pitcher on the baseball team.

He last worked for Big Lots Distribution Center in Tremont.

Chuck enjoyed all kinds of sports, including football, baseball and basketball. He had a great sense of humor who made everyone laugh.

In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by a niece, Mary Schlauch.

A loving son, Chuck is survived by his mother Camille Sincavage of Mahanoy City, a sister Maria, wife of Denny Schlauch, Zion Grove; and nephews, Charles Schlauch and his wife Stacy and thier children; Eric Schlauch and his wife Tera; and Michael Schlauch.

A private funeral service for Chuck's family will be held at the Stauffer-Breznik Funeral Home in Ringtown.

New Kids on the Block Announce Tour with Boyz II Men and Paula Abdul; Allentown Show Announced

NEW KIDS ON THE BLOCK took over the TODAY Show this morning to announce their 2017 headlining tour alongside Grammy Award-winning tourmates PAULA ABDUL and BOYZ II MEN. A follow-up to 2013’s hugely-successful Package Tour, the aptly titled TOTAL PACKAGE TOUR is the group’s biggest lineup yet. Paula Abdul makes her momentous return to the stage for a hit-fueled set that includes an incredible 7 number-one hit singles, while Package Tour alums Boyz II Men will deliver their trademark, multiplatinum-selling sound to fans nationwide.

Sweet Arrow Sojourn Scheduled

On Saturday, December 3 from 10:00-11:30 a.m. “Porcupine Pat” leads us on this adventure featuring a jaunt around the park that includes some nice scenes of the water.

Singer-songwriter Jackson Browne will kick off his 2017 (Pretty Much) Somewhat Acoustic Tour at Hershey Theatre. He’ll take the stage on Wednesday, April 5 at 8:00 p.m. Performing with Jackson Browne is multi-instrumentalist and band member Greg Leisz.

Quietly selling back-to-back platinum with Halfway To Heaven and Just As I Am,Jefferson, Georgia’s Brantley Gilbert became a different kind of heavy metal force. Not seeking attention, but going straight to the heart of his audience, he tapped into the outlier, the roughneck, the downhome and the downtrodden by rocking his country hard and writing songs torn straight from their lives – making him the word-of-mouth favorite among people who don’t care what you call it, just that you bring it every time.

WILKES-BARRE TOWNSHIP – Mohegan Sun Arena at Casey Plaza will open its doors for public ice skating on Tuesday, December 6th for the 13th Annual Toys for Tots Open Skate presented by Utz in support of the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots Program. Mohegan Sun Arena will also be hosting a holiday-themed Open House for the first time featuring a self-guided tour of the venue with surprises at each stop, plus photos with Santa and a chance to win a luxury suite to a Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins game.

Schuylkill County Police Log for 11/15/16

Schuylkill County Obituaries for 11/15/16

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Kurt N. Miller, 63 years of age of Sherman Street, McAdoo, Pennsylvania passed away on Friday, November 11, 2016, at Mountain City Health and Rehabilitation Center of Hazleton.

Surviving are his wife, Suzanne Stallone; sons, Devin Machalick of Austin, TX and Trevor Machalick and his fiancee Emily McNeil of Austin, TX, daughter, Bridget Machalick wife of Alek Kreiger of Ann Arbor, MI.; Nieces, nephews, and in-laws.

Born Thursday, September 17, 1953 in Wilkes-Barre son of the late Nicholas A. Miller, and Margaret H. (Barry) Miller-Wheeler.

Private arrangements have been entrusted to the Philip J. Jeffries Funeral Home & Cremation Services of 211 First Street Weatherly, Pennsylvania 18255. (570) 427-4231

Online condolences may be made to the family at www.griffithsfuneralhomes.com.

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Kenneth W. Solliday, 53, Girardville lost his battle to cancer on Saturday morning at Lehigh Valley Hospital Schuylkill South, Pottsville.

Born in Quakertown he was a son of the late Harold and Pearl (Hillegas) Solliday. He was employed as a mechanic and belonged to the Palmer, Democratic and Republican clubs in Easton.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother Harold Solliday.

Ken is survived by his wife of 18 years, Mary Blakley Solliday, Girardville; two daughters: Carolyn Solliday, Girardville and Cathleen Solliday, Ashland; 3 brothers: Terry and wife Sarah Solliday, Freemansburg, Richard and wife Dawn Solliday, Nazareth and William Solliday, Girardville; 2 step-sons: John Marion, Easton and Rue Marion, Washington, NJ; 2 step-daughters: Ella Maguino and Naomi Marion, both of Easton. Also survived by 17 grandchildren, 7 great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.

Services will be private at the convenience of the family.

Law Enforcement, PennDOT Focus on Seat-Belt Use, Impaired Driving as Holiday Travel Period Begins

The Pennsylvania State Police and the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) invite parents and caregivers to make this holiday season a safer one by taking advantage of free car seat checks across the state that will complement the nationwide Click It or Ticket “Operation Safe Holiday” enforcement effort occurring from November 20 through December 4.

Deer on the Move, Motorists Use Caution

HARRISBURG, PA - With deer becoming increasingly active, and daylight saving time soon to put more vehicles on the road during the hours when deer move most, the Pennsylvania Game Commission is advising motorists to slow down and stay alert.

“White-tailed deer are entering a period of increased activity and are crossing roads more frequently as a result,” said Game Commission Executive Director R. Matthew Hough. “While drivers should always remain alert and on the lookout for whitetails crossing roads, there is reason to pay particular attention while behind the wheel now and in the coming weeks.”

Deer become more active in autumn with the lead-up to their fall breeding season, commonly referred to as the “rut.” Around this time, many yearling bucks disperse from the areas in which they were born and travel, sometimes several dozen miles, to find new ranges. Meanwhile, adult bucks more often are cruising their home ranges in search of does, and they sometimes chase the does they encounter.

Add to this the fact autumn sees a number of people taking part in outdoor activities that might flush deer from forested areas or briar thickets, and that deer are more actively feeding to store energy for winter months, and it quickly becomes evident why motorists might be more likely to encounter deer on roads.

When daylight saving time ends Nov. 6, there also will be increased vehicular traffic between dusk and dawn – the peak hours for deer activity.

Drivers can reduce their chances of collisions with deer by staying alert and better understanding deer behavior. Motorists are urged to pay particular attention while driving on stretches marked with “Deer Crossing” signs.

Learn what to do if you have a deer-vehicle collision.

Tips for motorists

Don’t count on deer whistles or deer fences to deter deer from crossing roads in front of you. Stay alert.
Watch for the reflection of deer eyes and for deer silhouettes on the shoulder of the road. If anything looks slightly suspicious, slow down.
Slow down in areas known to have a large deer population; where deer-crossing signs are posted; places where deer commonly cross roads; areas where roads divide agricultural fields from woods; and whenever in forested areas between dusk and dawn.
Deer do unpredictable things. Sometimes they stop in the middle of the road when crossing. Sometimes they cross and quickly re-cross back from where they came. Sometimes they move toward an approaching vehicle. Assume nothing. Slow down; blow your horn to urge the deer to leave the road. Stop if the deer stays on the road; don’t try to go around it.

Christmas at the Sweet Arrow Lake Clubhouse

Christmas at the Clubhouse will once again feature the M&J Jazz Combo on December 3, 2016 at 2:00pm.

(11/14/16) Planet Fitness, one of the largest and fastest-growing franchisors and operators of fitness centers in the U.S. and home of the Judgement Free Zone®, today announced its first location in Pottsville, Pennsylvania.

Six Displaced After Mine Subsidence

Six people have been displaced after a mine subsidence Saturday night in Mahanoy Township.

Schuylkill County Police Log 11/13/16

Schuylkill County Police Log 11/13/16

Upcoming Schuylkill County Road Work

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Municipality: Delano & Kline townships
ROAD NAME: Interstate 81
BETWEEN: Exit 134 (Delano) AND Exit 138 (PA 309)
Type of Work: Pothole Patching
Work being Done By: PENNDOT Maintenance Forces
Type of Restriction: Daytime
RESTRICTION: This will be a moving operation. Be alert for lane
restrictions on
I-81 north or south. Expect delays and please use caution driving through
the
work zone.
START DATE: 11/14/2016 Est. Completion Date: 11/18/2016
Restrictions in Effect (time of day): 7:00 AM To 3:00 PM
Will Rain Cause Delays? YES

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Municipality: Foster & Butler townships
ROAD NAME: Interstate 81 North
BETWEEN: Exit 116 (PA 901) AND Exit 119 (Highridge Park Road)
Type of Work: Crack Sealing
Work being Done By: PENNDOT Maintenance Forces
Type of Restriction: Daytime
RESTRICTION: Lane restrictions. Expect delays and please use caution
driving
through the work zone.
START DATE: 11/14/2016 Est. Completion Date: 11/18/2016
Restrictions in Effect (time of day): 7:00 AM To 3:00 PM
Will Rain Cause Delays? YES

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Municipality: Palo Alto Borough
ROAD NAME: Bacon Street
BETWEEN: US 209 AND PA 61
Type of Work: Inspection
Work being Done By: PENNDOT Bridge Inspection Forces
Type of Restriction: Daytime
RESTRICTION: Lane restrictions. Expect delays and please use caution
driving
through the work zone.
START DATE: 11/18/2016 Est. Completion Date: 11/18/2016
Restrictions in Effect (time of day): 9:00 AM To 3:00 PM
Will Rain Cause Delays? YES

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Municipality: Cressona Borough, North Manheim & Wayne
townships
ROAD NAME: PA 183/Pottsville Street
BETWEEN: PA 443 AND PA 61
Type of Work: Crack Sealing
Work being Done By: PENNDOT Maintenance Forces
Type of Restriction: Daytime
RESTRICTION: Lane restrictions. Expect delays and please use caution
driving
through the work zone.
START DATE: 11/14/2016 Est. Completion Date: 11/18/2016
Restrictions in Effect (time of day): 7:00 AM To 3:00 PM
Will Rain Cause Delays? YES

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Municipality: New Castle. Blythe & West Mahanoy
townships;
Frackville Borough
ROAD NAME: PA 61
BETWEEN: Darkwater Road AND PA 924
Type of Work: Crack Sealing
Work being Done By: PENNDOT Maintenance Forces
Type of Restriction: Daytime
RESTRICTION: This will be a moving operation. Be alert for lane
restrictions on
PA 61 north or south. Expect delays and please use caution driving through
the
work zone.
START DATE: 11/14/2016 Est. Completion Date: 11/18/2016
Restrictions in Effect (time of day): 7:00 AM To 3:00 PM
Will Rain Cause Delays? YES

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Municipality: Wayne & South Manheim townships
ROAD NAME: PA 895/Fair Road
BETWEEN: PA 183 AND Woodland Drive
Type of Work: Pothole Patching
Work being Done By: PENNDOT Maintenance Forces
Type of Restriction: Daytime
RESTRICTION: Lane restrictions. Expect delays and please use caution
driving
through the work zone.
START DATE: 11/14/2016 Est. Completion Date: 11/18/2016
Restrictions in Effect (time of day): 7:00 AM To 3:00 PM
Will Rain Cause Delays? YES

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Municipality: Tower City Borough & Porter Township
ROAD NAME: US 209
BETWEEN: PA 325 AND Main Street
Type of Work: Pothole Patching
Work being Done By: PENNDOT Maintenance Forces
Type of Restriction: Daytime
RESTRICTION: Lane restrictions. Expect delays and please use caution
driving
through the work zone.
START DATE: 11/14/2016 Est. Completion Date: 11/18/2016
Restrictions in Effect (time of day): 7:00 AM To 3:00 PM
Will Rain Cause Delays? YES

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Municipality: City of Pottsville, Mechanicsville, Palo
Alto
& Port Carbon boroughs
ROAD NAME: US 209/Mauch Chunk Street
BETWEEN: PA 61 AND Port Carbon St. Clair Highway
Type of Work: Brush Cutting
Work being Done By: PENNDOT Maintenance Forces
Type of Restriction: Daytime
RESTRICTION: Lane restrictions. Expect delays and please use caution
driving
through the work zone.
START DATE: 11/14/2016 Est. Completion Date: 11/18/2016
Restrictions in Effect (time of day): 7:00 AM To 3:00 PM
Will Rain Cause Delays? YES

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Municipality: Union & North Union townships
ROAD NAME: Zion Grove/Ringtown Road
BETWEEN: Brandonville Road AND Buck Mountain Road
Type of Work: Pothole Patching
Work being Done By: PENNDOT Maintenance Forces
Type of Restriction: Daytime
RESTRICTION: Lane restrictions. Expect delays and please use caution
driving
through the work zone.
START DATE: 11/14/2016 Est. Completion Date: 11/18/2016
Restrictions in Effect (time of day): 7:00 AM To 3:00 PM
Will Rain Cause Delays? YES

Saturday, November 12, 2016

District XI High School Football Championship Scores for Schuylkill County Teams - 11/12/2016

District XI High School Football Championship Scores for Schuylkill County Teams - 11/12/2016

Tamaqua Winter Meet the Raiders Scheduled

The Tamaqua Area School District will hold its annual winter “Meet the Raiders Night” on Thursday, December 1, 2016 beginning at 7:00 p.m. in the Athletic Center.

Tamaqua Chamber of Commerce Announces New Hometown Heroes Banner Project for 2017

Following the popularity of the 2013Hometown Heroes banner program, The Tamaqua Area Chamber of Commerce announced a new banner program for 2017.

District XI High School Football Championship Scores for Schuylkill County Teams - 11/11/2016

Minersville Police are seeking the identity of the two males in these surveillance videos.

Shenandoah, Pa., November 11, 2016 – Theodore F. “Ted” Twardzik, Sr., founder of Mrs. T’s® Pierogies, passed away on Thursday, November 10, 2016, with his loving family by his side. He was 89.

This week's election of Donald Trump and the pros and cons of what followed truly made this week one of the most historic moments for our country.

Mrs. T's Pierogies Founder Passes Away

The founder of Mrs. T's Pieorogies, Ted Twardzik Sr. passed away on Wednesday.

Three individuals were arrested early Thursday morning from an incident that occurred Wednesday night around 10:30pm in Mahanoy City.

Reading, PA —Grammy nominated blue collar comedian, Bill Engvall, will perform 2 stand-up shows at the Santander PAC for Valentine’s Day on February 12, 2017 at 4PM & 7PM.

Pictured, Chief Deputy Sheriff, Brian Tobin (LEFT) and
Sheriff Joseph Groody finger printing Kindergarten students

As part of their “Community Helpers” week, North Schuylkill Kindergarten students are learning about various professions in our community that help to protect and keep them safe.

With only two weeks until Thanksgiving, the Black Friday ads have begun to make their way onto the internet.

A Schuylkill County man is facing charges of alleged Child Pornography.

Police Asking for Help Finding Missing Teen

Minersville Police are seeking the whereabouts of a teen from Minersville.

Missing 15 Year Old from Lancaster County

LANCASTER COUNTY - The Pennsylvania State Police of Lancaster is attempting to locate Casey Ceccarani, 15.

Schuylkill County Police Log for 11/9/2016

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Deer Causes Crash in Mahanoy Township

MAHANOY TOWNSHIP - According to Pennsylvania State Police at Frackville, Hector Gonzalez, 34, of Hazleton was traveling south on Interstate 81 around 3:50am on November 7th, 2016.

Police say Gonzalez swerved to avoid a deer crossing the road way and lost control.

The vehicle exited the berm of the highway and struck an embankment. Upon hitting the embankment, the vehicle rolled onto it's driver side.

No injuries were reported.

Ryan and Delano Fire Department's assisted at the scene.

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Vehicle Rolls on Side in Kline Township Crash

KLINE TOWNSHIP - According to Pennsylvania State Police at Frackville, on November 4, 2016 around 5:50am, John Zaginaylo, 30, of Berwick was rounding a right curve on the Interstate 81 (Southbound) Off Ramp to Route 309 with his Ford F-150 when his vehicle left the roadway and struck a tree. The impact caused the vehicle to roll onto it's side.

Zaginaylo was transported to the hospital with minor injuries.

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Man Facing Firearms Charges

ASHLAND — According to Ashland Police, Timothy J. Stephens, of 1116 Brock St., was charged with one felony count of persons not to possess, transfer or use firearms and three misdemeanor counts of prohibited offensive weapons.

Police said on August 24, 2016 officers were called by Officer Robert Yotko of the Schuylkill County Adult Probation office asking for assistance for him and Officer Becky Bracey at Stephens' residence.

At the scene, police said the probation officers handed over a green and black case containing a .22LR RMJ revolver and said they were at the home to conduct a check on Stephens and saw .22 caliber ammunition in the living room.

The probation officers said when they asked Stephens if there were any weapons in the house, he told them that he had a handgun in a case behind a sofa in the living room. The case was pulled from behind the couch by the officers where they found the weapon inside.

Police said the weapon was assembled but had no ammunition in the cylinder, but there was a box of ammunition inside the case with the revolver.

During a search of the home, police said probation officers also found prohibited weapons in the form of a medieval-style mace weapon with a handle, chain and ball with protruding spikes as well as a PR-24 style police baton.

Stephens was read his rights and when questioned said he just had the mace and baton but another man had given him the revolver to hold for him.

The charges were filed October 27, 2016 with Magisterial District Judge Christina Hale.

Police said they learned that Stephens has a 2007 conviction for robbery that prohibits him from possessing a firearm.

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Happy National Scrapple Day

Did you know November 9th is National Scrappy Day?!?!

People have a love/hate relationship with Scrapple. Either you really love it or you really hate it.

Scrapple gets its name from it being made with scraps of pork or other meat stewed with cornmeal and shaped into loaves for slicing and frying.

According to Wikipedia, The roots of the culinary traditions that led to the development of scrapple in America have been traced back to pre-Roman Europe.

The more immediate culinary ancestor of scrapple was the Low German dish called panhas, which was adapted to make use of locally available ingredients, and it is still called "Pannhaas," "panhoss," "ponhoss," or "pannhas" in parts of Pennsylvania.

The first recipes were created by German colonists who settled near Philadelphia and Chester County, Pennsylvania in the 17th and 18th centuries. As a result, scrapple is strongly associated with rural areas surrounding Philadelphia, Baltimore, Washington D.C., eastern Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Maryland, Delaware, Southern New York, and the Delmarva Peninsula.

Its popularity on the Delmarva Peninsula is celebrated the second weekend of October during the annual "Apple Scrapple Festival" in Bridgeville, Delaware.

In composition, preparation, and taste, scrapple is similar to the white pudding popular in Ireland, Scotland, and parts of England and the spicier Hog's pudding of the West Country of England.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for 11/10/2016

Schuylkill County Obituaries for 11/10/2016

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Elizabeth R. "Betty" Tumas, 86 years of age, of Rowe Street Tamaqua, Pennsylvania passed away on Monday, November 7, 2016, at Mahoning Valley Nursing Home in Lehighton, Pennsylvania.

A 1947 graduate of Tamaqua High School, Betty matriculated to Temple University obtaining her Bachelors of Science in Nursing. She received her Master's in Nursing at Boston University. Betty served honorably for twenty years in the United States Air Force, enlisting in 1962, as a First Lieutenant she based throughout the United States and abroad, having trained as a flight nurse. While stationed in Turkey there was an earthquake in Varto and she was part of the triage team sent in to help the victims.

A member of St. John XX III R.C.C. of Tamaqua, Betty was active in the Tamaqua B.P.W., St. Vincent DePaul Society of the Church, Hometown Fire Company Ladies Aux., Hometown Garden Club, Knights of Lithuania, Lithuanian Women's Club, and Red Hatters all of Tamaqua.

Betty also was a American Red Cross Blood Mobile Volunteer for many years.

She is survived by her sister, Kathleen A. Tumas with whom she resided, and a number of cousins.

Born Wednesday, January 15, 1930 in Mahanoy City, Pennsylvania the daughter of the late Victor, and Elizabeth (Dowling) Tumas. She is also predeceased by a brother, John Tumas.

Funeral Arrangements have been entrusted to the E. Franklin Griffiths Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc. of 655 East Broad Street Tamaqua, Pennsylvania 18252.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 o'clock AM on Saturday from SS. Peter & Paul R.C.C. 301 Pine Street Tamaqua, November 12, 2016 fur Tamaqua, Pennsylvania 18252.

Friends may call on Friday evening November 11, 2016 at the funeral home from 2 to 4:00 P.M.

No morning calling.

Interment with Military Honors will be in St. Jerome's R.C.C., Cemetery Tamaqua, Pennsylvania 18252.

Memorials in her name to the St. Vincent DePaul Society in care of the church, or St. Luke's Hospice 1510 Valley Center Parkway, Suite #200, Bethlehem, Pa. 18017

Online condolences may be made to the family at www.griffithsfuneralhomes.com

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Harry L. Miller, of Tamaqua, Pennsylvania passed away on Sunday, November 6, 2016, at St. Luke's Miners Memorial Medical Center in Coaldale, Pennsylvania.

Widower of Rose (Malay) Miller who passed away in 1985, Harry is survived by; sons, Harry M. Miller, Sr. and his wife Cathy of Nesquehoning, Wayne S. Miller and his wife Mary of Wesley Chapel , FL,; daughter, Michelle M. Miller of Coaldale; grand children Harry M. Miller, Jr. and his wife Melanie, Edward Truskey, and Tatiana Turner. Many nieces, and nephews also survive Harry.

A 1940 graduate of Summit Hill High School, Harry served honorably in the United States Navy during WWII. He retired from Bethlehem Steel, and had worked at the #10 Mines. Harry was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting and fishing. He was a social member of the F.O.P. Lodge #13.

Harry was proud of his Native American Heritage as a descendant of the Linni Lenape Delaware Nation. He was devoted to his dog and constant companion Prince.

Born in Summit Hill, the son of the late Oliver, and Rhoda (Labenburg) Miller, he was also predeceased by sisters, Beatrice, Arlene, Myrtle, and Dolores; brothers, Claude, Oliver, and Howard.

Funeral Arrangements have been entrusted to the E. Franklin Griffiths Funeral Home of 655 East Broad Street Tamaqua, Pennsylvania 18252.

A Funeral service will be held at 11 o'clock AM on Friday November 11, 2016 from the funeral home. Friends may call on the morning of from 9:30 A.M. until time of services.

Interment will be in Sky-View Memorial Park, Tamaqua, Pennsylvania

Memorials in his name to the Tamaqua/ Carbon American Cancer Society
101 West Frack Street
Frackville, Pennsylvania 17931

Online condolences may be made to the family at www.griffithsfuneralhomes.com

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Adeline Marie Maurer, infant daughter of Megan Hartnett and Anthony “Tony” Maurer, Girardville, passed away unexpectedly Sunday afternoon shortly after her birth at Lehigh Valley Hospital – Cedar Crest.

She was welcomed into heaven by her maternal grandparents William Hartnett and Kathleen Riedel.

In addition to her parents, she is survived by her paternal grandparents, Dave and Phyllis Maurer, Girardville and her paternal great-grandmother Betty Guziewicz of Frackville.

Services are private at the convenience of the family.

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Andrew Hereshko, 83, Mahanoy Plane , passed away peacefully Monday morning at Hershey Medical Center, Hershey.

Born in Mahanoy Plane he was a son of the late Zachary and Julia ( Chupinka ) Hereshko. He had been employed as a machine operator for Zapata Industries until his retirement.

He was a member of St. John The Baptist Ukrainian Catholic Church, Maizeville, a US Army veteran of the Korean War, a graduate of the former Gilberton High School and an avid Eagles fan. There was nothing he enjoyed more than watching sports with his grandsons.

He was preceded in death by three brothers and three sisters; Metro, John, Stephen and Mary Hereshko, Anne Tinker and Eva Rusinko.

Andrew is survived by his wife Joyce A. ( Flannery ) Hereshko with whom he would have celebrated 59 years of marriage on Nov. 30th, his daughter Karyn Andrea wife of Stephen Mazur, Frackville, his grandsons; Derek J. Andrew Flail and his fiancé Anna Malocu, Stephen Nicholas Mazur and Alexander Andrew Mazur, his brother Harry Hereshko, New Cumberland and his sister Terry Mills, CA, also several nieces and nephews.

Parastas service will be held at 10 a.m. on Saturday from the Thomas M. Sullivan Funeral Home, Frackville, with Rev. Petro Zvarych, officiating. Interment, with full military honors, will be in Indiantown Gap National Cemetery on Monday at 11:30 a.m.. Friends may call at the funeral home on Saturday morning from 9 a.m. until time of service and from 10:30 until 11:30 a.m.

In lieu of flowers the family prefers contributions, in Andrews name, to the Memorial Fund of St. John the Baptist Ukrainian Catholic Church, 243 S. Middle St., Frackville, PA, 17931

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Kathryn O'Boyle, 66, of Mahanoy City, passed away Monday, November 7th, at Lehigh Valley Cedar Crest, Allentown.

Kathryn was born in Clay, MO on June 5, 1950, a daughter of Hazel (Schrepple) McAfee, of Chambersburg and the late Robert McAfee.

Kathy graduated from Mahanoy Area High School.

She enjoyed working the concession stands at her son’s school activities at the Little League and Midget Football games.

She was the wife of the late Joseph O’Boyle and Companion of the late Michael Kabilko.

Kathy is survived by five sons Robert, of Mahanoy City; Edward, of Mahanoy City; Joseph, wife Loretta Bennett, of Ashland; Timothy, of Mahanoy City; Andrew, husband of Melodi Wylie, of Mahanoy City; also survived by two sisters, Jackie Kendal, of Chambersburg; Cheryl Champion, of Chambersburg, a brother, Charles, of Chambersburg; Grandchildren, Riley, Oceana, Kali, Connor.

Office of Christian Burial will be Saturday November 12, 11AM with Father Carroll officiating at Louis D. Truskowsky Funeral Home & Crematory Inc., Mahanoy City, PA,.

Friends may call at the funeral home from 9am.

Louis D. Truskowsky Funeral Home & Crematory Inc. Mahanoy City is in charge of arrangements. Visit www.truskowskyfuneralhome.com to sign the guest book, send sympathy cards, or view Video Tribute.

Schuylkill County Republican Committee Elects New Chairman

POTTSVILLE, PA – The Schuylkill County Republican Committee unanimously elected Brock Stein to be its chairman at its meeting on November 5th, 2016.

The Schuylkill Transportation System is offering a "Free Day" of riding to all Veterans on Friday.

The People have spoken and they want Donald Trump as President of the United States.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for 11/8/2016

Schuylkill County Obituaries for 11/8/2016

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Richele Bernadette Robinson, 31 years of age, of Hazleton, Pennsylvania passed away on Saturday, November 5, 2016, in Hazle Township.

Born in Hazleton, she is survived by her mother, Sandra C. Gallagher and her companion Theresa Wallburn of Mary-D; father, Richard Mlynek and his wife Lois of Barnesville; daughters, daughters, Kaylyn Robinson and Sophia Messersmith; sisters, Mrs. Kristin Cannon and her husband of White Haven, Danielle Mlynek, Mrs. Leslie Coombe wife of Mark of Bernville, Mrs. Heather Lawson wife of Jamie of Ft. Lee, VA and Mrs. Kimberly Moran and her husband Tim of Schuylkill Haven; brother, Joseph Harrox of Barnesville; Paternal grandmother, Eleanor Gallagher of Grimesland, NC; many aunts, uncles, cousins also survive her.

A 2003 Hazleton High School graduate, Richele enjoyed life. She was a foodie who enjoyed cooking. Richele liked the outdoors, fishing, and the companionship of her animals. Richele always wore All Star converse sneakers. Richele, was a waitress at the Battered Mug in Hazleton.

Private Arrangements have been entrusted to the E. Franklin Griffiths Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc. of 655 East Broad Street Tamaqua, Pennsylvania 18252. (570) 668-2550

Entombment Sky-View Memorial Park, Tamaqua, Pennsylvania 18252.

Online condolences may be made to the family at www.griffithsfuneralhomes.com

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Blanche E. Marchalk, 88 years of age a former resident of Reynolds, and Tamaqua passed away peacefully on Monday, November 7, 2016, at Orwigsburg Manor in Orwigsburg, Pennsylvania.

Widow of Michael Marchalk who passed away on October 1, 1985, she is survived by son, Gary D. Marchalk, Esquire and his wife Linda of Barnesville; daughter, Mrs. Cathy Santee wife of Scott of Orwigsburg; brother, John "Sonny" Chevinsky and his wife Betty of McAdoo; grandchildren, Michael and Matthew; 3 great grand children.

A member of St. John XXIII R.C.C. of Tamaqua, Blanche was a baker for the former Leiby's Restaurant for many years. Proud of her husband service to his country she was a Military wife. Blanche adored her dogs, and was an avid train enthusiast.

Born Friday, August 17, 1928 in McAdoo the daughter of the late Anthony, and Elizabeth (Papanisock) Chevinsky. She was also predeceased by sisters, Mrs. Catherine Stankiewitch, Mrs. Jean Lee, and Miss. Helen Chevinsky.

Private arrangements have been entrusted to the E. Franklin Griffiths Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc. of 655 East Broad Street Tamaqua, Pa. 18252. (570) 668-2550

Online condolences may be made to the family at www.griffithsfuneralhomes.com

Elementary Students Hold Mock Election

On Monday, November 7th, 2016 students and staff at North Schuylkill Elementary School had a chance to vote for the candidate of their choice during a school-wide “mock election.”

The Santander Arena will play host to The Price is Right Live™ stage show on April 26, 2017.

Mrs. U Zoo RevUe

Get ready for some fun with reptiles when “Mrs. U Zoo RevUe” comes to the Sweet Arrow Lake Clubhouse, Pine Grove on Sunday Nov. 27 at 2:00pm.

Schuylkill County Police Log 11/7/2016

Round 2 High School Football Playoff Schedule for District XI Schuylkill County Teams

Thursday, November 17, 2016

Wednesday, November 16, 2016

Tuesday, November 15, 2016

Monday, November 14, 2016

Sunday, November 13, 2016

Saturday, November 12, 2016

Friday, November 11, 2016

Thursday, November 10, 2016

Wednesday, November 9, 2016

Monday, November 7, 2016