Tuesday, April 4, 2017

Man Admits to Stealing Copper Wiring from Coal Company

A man admitted to police that he was stealing copper from a coal company.

Schuylkill County District Attorney Raising Awareness for National Crime Victim's Week

National Crime Victim's Week, which runs from April 2nd through April 8th, 2017 was created to raise awareness about crime victims’ issues and rights.

MLB Scores from 04/03/2017


Major League Baseball Scores from 04/03/2017

Monday, April 3, 2017

Schuylkill County Obituaries for 04/03/2017


Schuylkill County Obituaries for 04/03/2017
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Jane L (Stump) Southam, age 87, of Cat Tail Lane, New Ringgold, PA, passed away on Saturday, April 1, 2017, at home while in the care of her family.

She was the widow of Ralph F.W. Southam who died 4/27/1997.

She had worked for Slim Jim, of Folcroft PA as a packer and was formerly in sales.

Jane enjoyed doing ceramics.

 

Born in Collingdale, PA on July 11, 1929, she was the daughter of the late Albert J. Stump and the late Kathryn (Scott) Stump.

She is survived by her
Daughters,
Rose Marie Crispin wife of Samuel of Morton, PA;
Ruth Ann Rodick of New Ringgold with whom she resided;
Jane L Redner wife of Joseph of New Ringgold;

Ten Grandchildren
Many Great-Grandchildren
One Great Great Grandchild.

She was preceded in death by her sons, Ralph F.W. Jr. and Robert R. Southam; daughter, Barbara Southam; brother, Robert Haines Stump; sister, Elizabeth Lockwood.

Private Arrangements have been entrusted to the Robert S. Nester Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc., 2066 West Penn Pike, New Ringgold, PA.

Online Registry and Condolences may be signed at www.griffithsfuneralhomes.com.
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Sarah A. Nelson, beloved mother, grandmother, and sister, 77 years of age of East Elm Street, Tamaqua, passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 1, 2017, at St. Luke's Bethlehem.

Survived by; sons, Dwayne E. Nelson of Freeland, Ronald F. Nelson of South Carolina, Greg S. Nelson and his wife Melissa of Tioga, PA, Robert J. Nelson of Tamaqua; daughters, Susan E. Stine and her companion Paul Balogach of Tamaqua, Eva M. Wagner and her husband Shawn of Schuylkill Haven; brother, Edward Miller and his wife Charlene of Oregon; sisters, Mrs. Mary Benson and her husband Woodrow of Tamaqua, Mrs. Susan Harner of Tamaqua, Mrs. Joan Hecking wife of David of Hamburg, Mrs. Elizabeth Bowhan of Shoemakersville; grand children, Rebecca Watkins, Rita Nelson, Ryan Nelson, Andy Nelson, Anthony Nelson, Robert Nelson, Jr., Zakk Barr, Dustin Barr, Xavier Barr, Madison Phillips, Sarah Cuevas; great grand children, Jesse Skrobak, Addison Watkins, Hailee Sillers, Alivia Sillers, Andrew Nelson, Jr., Tyler Nelson, and Kylie Nelson. Many nieces and nephews also survive her.

Catholic by faith, Sarah enjoyed spending time with family, and watching Nascar.

Born Thursday, September 21, 1939 in Middleport, the daughter of the late Edward, and Susan Miller. She was predeceased by; sister, Mrs. Marie Major; brother, Mr. John Miller; great grandchild, baby James Skrobak.

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

A Funeral service will be held on April 6, 2017 from the funeral home at 10 o'clock A.M.,

The family will receive friends from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Wednesday, April 5, 2017, at E. Franklin Griffiths Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 655 E Broad Street, Tamaqua, Pennsylvania.

Private interment.

Online condolences may be made to the family at www.griffithsfuneralhomes.com
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Edward J. Humma, 82, of Washington Township, passed away Friday at Lebanon Veteran's Hospital, Lebanon.

Born in Reading, March 20, 1935, he was a son of the late Theodore and Margaret Botzum Humma.

He was the husband of Florence T. Korcz Humma.

He was of the Catholic faith and served in the Navy as a ETN3 in the Korean War.

He held various different jobs, including maintenance at Market Square Apartments, Pottsville; Post Precision, Strausstown; and a candy maker.

Edward is survived by a daughter, Kim Somers, wife of Roger, and two sons, Kevin Humma, husband of Cheryl, and Kenneth Humma, all of Schuylkill Haven; grandchildren, Roger, Matthew, Joshua, Cody, Latitia, Stephen, Ian, Ryan, Shawn, Travis, Jason and Nicole; great-grandchildren, Caleb, Lilly, Tanner, Abby, Paige, Jaycee and Trent; a sister, Marilyn Clisham, and a brother, David Humma, husband of Linda, all of Ephrata.

A Celebration of Life funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday at Ebling-Stabingas Funeral Home, Cressona. A visitation for family and friends will be held at 1 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home prior to the service. The family requests donations to Wounded Warrior Project, P.O. Box 758517, Topeka, KS 66675. Interment will be held at a later date.

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Regina F. Piccioni, 89, of Pottsville, passed away in Luther Ridge, Pottsville, on Saturday morning.

She was born on April 8, 1927, to the late Theresa (Nicastro) and Edward Thomas, of Port Carbon, where she was raised and attended school.

Regina was a member of St. Patrick R.C.C. and the former St. Joseph Parish.

She was married to Frank Piccioni on August 1, 1948 at St. Joseph Roman Catholic Church and the couple resided for 65 years on North Second Street, Pottsville. She was a long time member of the church choir.

Regina was a homemaker and in her earlier years she was a milliner at Lee’s Millinary,
Pottsville.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Frank Piccioni, on January 24, 2015, and to whom she was married 67 years; brothers: Robert and William Thomas and Daniel Strausser; and sister, Geraldine Hughes.

Regina is survived by four sons: Richard and his wife, Kathleen, of Geneva, NY; Francis, of Pottsville; Michael and partner, Edward Getty, of Princeton Junction, NJ; Robert and his wife, Melanie, of Rowlett, TX; 3 grandchildren: Dr. David Piccioni, of San Diego, CA; Christine Piccioni and partner, Matthew Ferrara, of Seneca Falls, NY; Isabella Piccioni, of Rowlett, TX; 2 great grandchildren, Matthew and Ava Piccioni-Ferrara; a brother, Charles Thomas and his wife, Sandra, of Middleport, PA; and a sister, Shirley McGuire, of Port Carbon.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, April 7th at 11:00 a.m. in St. Patrick Roman Catholic Church, 319 Mahantongo St., Pottsville. A viewing will be held on Thursday evening from 6-8:00 p.m. at Lord-Bixler Funeral Home, Inc, 1818 Mahantongo St., Pottsville and on Friday morning in the funeral home from 10:00 a.m. until the procession will leave for church.

Interment will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery, Hillside.

The family request contributions in Regina’s memory be sent to: Alzheimers Association, 2595 Interstate Dr., Suite 100, Harrisburg, PA 17110.

Lord-Bixler Funeral Home, Inc. is in charge of arrangements.

Online condolences may be expressed at lordbixler.com.

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Man Identified in Fatal Crash Monday Afternoon

Police are investigating a 2 vehicle fatal crash that occurred Monday afternoon.

JOB OPENING: Pottsville Police Patrolman

The Bureau of Police of the City of Pottsville is accepting applications for the position of Police Patrolman.

Men Seen Stealing Package from Front Porch

Police are trying to identify two men, where one of them stole a package from a front porch.

Road Closed Due to Crash; Coroner Called to the Scene

A crash has closed the Burma Road Monday afternoon.

Bon-Ton Closure Date Announced

The Bon-Ton Stores, Inc. on Saturday officially announced when it will close its Bon-Ton store at the Schuylkill Mall in Frackville, Pennsylvania.

Saturday, April 1, 2017

Railroad Speeders Cross Schuylkill County on Saturday


On Saturday, members of the North American Railcar Operators Association (NARCOA) crossed Schuylkill County in their "Speeders"

Upcoming Schuylkill County Road Work


Upcoming Schuylkill County Road Work

Friday, March 31, 2017

Wolf Administration Announces $3.4 Million Project to Improve PA 309 in Schuylkill County

The Wolf Administration announced today work is scheduled to begin Tuesday (April 4) on a project to improve PA 309 in Tamaqua Borough and Rush Township, Schuylkill County.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for 03/31/2017


Schuylkill County Obituaries for 03/31/2017

Man Caught Stealing Thousands of Dollars in Aluminum

On Thursday, a man was caught stealing thousands of dollars in aluminum.

PPL Warns Against Using Energy Efficiency Kit Nightlights

On Thursday, PPL Electric Utilities announced asking customers not to use LED nightlights contained in energy-efficiency kits after three people reported the units started smoking and one reported it caught fire.

Thursday, March 30, 2017

Boil Advisory Issued

A boil advisory has been issued for Schuylkill Haven.

SCAM ALERT: "Deadly Crash" Facebook Scam Spreads Virus

A "Deadly Crash" Facebook post played on people's emotions Wednesday night on Facebook in order to try and spread a virus.

Police and US Marshals Searching for Missing Judge from Lackawanna County

The Pennsylvania State Police and US Marshals have issued a missing endangered person advisory for a Judge from Lackawanna County.

Schuylkill County Woman Testifies on Capitol Hill on Challenges of Alzheimer's Disease

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On Wednesday, a Schuylkill County woman testified on Capitol Hill on the Challenges of Alzheimer's Disease.

Wednesday, March 29, 2017

District Attorney Rewards Law Enforcement in their Effort to Drive Drugs Out of Schuylkill County

On Wednesday, Schuylkill County District Attorney rewarded law enforcement in their efforts to drive drugs out of Schuylkill County.

Meth and Synthetic Marijuana Found During Traffic Stop

A man is facing drug charges after a traffic stop this past weekend.

Family Fun Fishing at Sweet Arrow Lake

The 5th Annual Family Fun Fishing Event kick-off will be held on Sunday, April 23 from 6 am to 2 pm at Sweet Arrow Lake County Park thanks to major sponsors,  Friends of Schuylkill Parks and Recreation and Pine Grove Fish and Game.

Tuesday, March 28, 2017

TRAFFIC ALERT: Crash Causing Backups on Route 61

(03/28/17) A crash near St. Clair is causing backups on Route 61.

Monday, March 27, 2017

Route 901 Closed Due to Crash

(03/27/17)  Route 901 was closed Monday evening due to a crash.

Saturday, March 25, 2017

Fire Crews Quickly Extinguish Kitchen Fire Saturday Afternoon

(03/25/17)  Around 2:45pm, Saturday afternoon, fire crews were called to 1 East Upper Railroad Street, Girardville for a kitchen fire.

Centiole's Pizza Returning This Week

This past week, we had the privilege of helping Patti Centiole announce the opening date of the new Centiole's Pizza.

Thursday, March 23, 2017

Police Warn Residents of PPL Phone Scam

Police are warning residents of another phone scam that is being reported in the area.

Centioles to Announce Opening Date; Q&A Scheduled

Skook News will be coming to you live Thursday evening with the announcement!

Minersville Wins Girls AA Basketball State Title


Minersville Wins Girls AA Basketball State Title

Wednesday, March 22, 2017

15 Dogs Rescued from Home in Pottsville

Over a dozen dogs were rescued from a home in Pottsville last week.

Man in Custody After Leading Police in Separate Chases Tuesday Night; Drugs Found During Search

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Fire & Film
(03/22/2017) A man led police in separate chases in Schuylkill County Tuesday night.

Screenings Announced of Upcoming Centralia Documentary

Filmmakers have announced screening of upcoming Documentary about Centralia.

District Judge Announces Bid for Re-Election

Magisterial District Judge Christina E. Hale announced her candidacy for a second term in Magisterial District 21-2-01, Frackville.

Police Warning Residents of Phone Scam

Police are warning of a phone scam that occurred this week.

Route 309 Closed in West Penn Township Due to Fire

(03/22/2017) A fire has closed Route 309 in West Penn Township.

Tuesday, March 21, 2017

PIAA High School Basketball 2A Eastern Conference Championship Score - 03/21/17

PIAA High School Basketball 2A Eastern Conference Championship Score - 03/21/17

Man Wanted in Schuylkill County Arrested in New York

A man wanted by Police in Schuylkill County was arrested in New York.

Man Wanted for Drug Death Taken into Custody

A man wanted by Police was taken into custody on Monday.


Girardville Saint Patrick's Day Parade Rescheduled

(03/21/2017)The Girardville Saint Patrick's Day has been officially rescheduled.

Monday, March 20, 2017

Girardville Saint Patrick's Day Parade Cancelled; May Be Rescheduled

It was announced Monday evening that the Girardville Saint Patrick's Day Parade is cancelled for Saturday, March 25, 2017.

Man Ran Over By Garbage Truck

A man was seriously injured when he was ran over by a garbage truck Friday.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for 03/20/2017


Schuylkill County Obituaries for 03/20/2017

Landline Phone Exchanges to Be Affected Overnight

The Schuylkill County Office of Emergency Management announced Monday that certain phone exchanges will lose service for a period of time overnight into Tuesday.

Attempted Robbery Under Investigation

An alleged attempted robbery last week is under investigation.

Yuengling Ice Cream Announces New Butterbeer Flavor

Taking inspiration from a popular wizarding beverage, Yuengling’s Ice Cream announced Monday Butterbeer as a new flavor in its 18-flavor lineup. 

Sunday, March 19, 2017

Saturday, March 18, 2017