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Monday, May 7, 2018

Prescribed Burns Scheduled for Tuesday and Wednesday in Habitats near Southwestern Schuylkill County

(05/07/18) The Pennsylvania Game Commission has scheduled a prescribed burn near Southwestern Schuylkill County on Tuesday and Wednesday.

T-102 Radio is back, once again, with the Schuylkill County Fair Association to hold its annual T-102 Appalachian Wine Festival.

Penn’s Peak announced Monday morning Bill Engvall will be coming to Jim Thorpe on Friday, December 7, 2018 at 8:00 pm.

Three-time GRAMMY® Award-winning multiplatinum band Maroon 5 will be coming to the Hersheypark Stadium on Saturday, July 14th at 8:00 PM.

Fire crews at the scene of a working structure fire Monday morning near Hegins.

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 05/07/18

Schuylkill County Obituaries for 05/06/18

Fairlane Village Mall May Events

May Events Scheduled at the Fairlane Village Mall.

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 05/06/18

Fire Crews Responding to Fully Involved Garage Fire in Pottsville

Just before 11:00pm, Saturday, Pottsville City fire crews were called to a working garage fire located at 617 Carbon Street, Pottsville.

On Friday, the Girardville Police took five into custody that were wanted in various counties on warrants.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for 05/04/18

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 05/05/18

Upcoming Scheduled Schuylkill County Road Work from PennDOT

Mahanoy City Police made their 3rd warrant arrest late Friday.

Mahanoy City Police Make Two Fugitive Arrests in Separate Incidents

Mahanoy City Police take two fugitives into custody Friday in separate incidents.

The Schuylkill County Visitor’s Bureau announced Friday, its new Subaru Crosstrek which has been wrapped in a custom-designed decal showcasing Schuylkill County’s tourism product.

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 05/04/18

Mahanoy City Police Charge Man with Assault and False Imprisonment

A man is is facing charges after an incident in Mahanoy City on Thursday.

The Lavelle Fire Company announced the arrival of their new fire engine this week.

Lehigh Valley Hospital Schuylkill has announced they will hold free skin cancer screenings.

Strong storms are possible in Schuylkill County Thursday evening.

No injuries were reported in a crash on Interstate 81 in Ryan Township on Wednesday.

Schuylkill County High School Baseball and Softball Scores - 05/02/2018

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 05/03/18

Police Charge Woman for Baby's Death Last Year

Schuylkill Haven Police have charged a woman for the death of a baby in 2017.

A woman was injured in a one vehicle crash Wednesday evening near Ringtown.

We are down to less than 2 weeks away from Primary election day in Pennsylvania. Here is a break down of what will be on the ballot on May 15, 2018 in Schuylkill County.

As of 2:00pm Wednesday afternoon, power is out in the Brandonville area after a truck knocked down wires and a pole along Route 924.

The 2018 Coal Cracker 10K and Fun Run will be held June 9, 2018.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for 05/02/18

Schuylkill County Public Service Announcements - 05/02/18

Due to dry conditions, Schuylkill County has been issued a Red Flag Warning.

Skook Series Championship of Brewing on the Line at Schuylkill County Brewfest

Event organizers Puff’s Promotions and Cousin Dave Entertainment announce their 4th Annual Schuylkill County Brew Fest on May 19th on the Frackville Elks grounds along with the all-new Skook Series Championship of Brewing.

Keno, a new game with drawings every four minutes, is selling briskly at Pennsylvania Lottery retailers statewide.

SCHUYLKILL HAVEN - Community members will honor Vietnam Veterans during ceremonies while a replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall will be on display.

On Tuesday, May 1st, North Schuylkill High School inducted 43 new members into their National Honor Society.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for 05/01/18

Police have arrested a woman for attempting to smuggle drugs into SCI-Frackville over the weekend.

America’s Oldest Brewery to support our nation’s military and their families through its
Lagers for Heroes program.

NEW PHILADELPHIA - is in custody after threatening his neighbor with an axe.

A man wanted by Hegins Township Police since January was apprehended on Sunday.

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 05/01/18

Big Diamond 358 Modifieds are Going "Topless" This Friday

For the first time ever, this Friday night at Big Diamond Speedway the mighty Mattera’s Electric and General Contracting 358 Modifieds will be going “Topless” as they compete in a 35-lap feature event with a $5000 first place prize awaiting the winner.

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 04/30/18

Schuylkill County Obituaries for 04/30/18

Grants where awarded to Schuylkill County community organizations by the Williams Company.

Ashland Area Community Choir Presents Annual Spring Concert "Awaken the Music"

On Sunday, the Ashland Area Community Choir held it's annual spring concert "Awaken the Music".

Thousands of rubber ducks raced down Mill Creek, Saint Clair, Sunday afternoon to raise money for Avenues.

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 04/29/18

Schuylkill County Police Log for 04/29/18

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