Schuylkill County Obituaries for 06/27/19

Schuylkill County Obituaries for 06/27/19

Shenandoah Fire Ruled Accidental; American Red Cross Assisting Five

A fire in Shenandoah early Thursday morning has been ruled accidental.

Yuengling Donates More Than $50,000 to Military Survivors

On Wednesday, Yuengling donated more than $50,000 to military survivors through TAPS.

BEST OF SKOOK: Who makes the "Best Burger" in Schuylkill County?

POLL:  Who makes the Best Burger in Schuylkill County?

WEATHER ALERT: Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Schuylkill County

The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Schuylkill County.

Shenandoah Valley and Tamaqua Area Graduates Announced as Recipients of Stine Scholarship

The Pennsylvania State University and the Schuylkill Chamber of Commerce recently announced the 2019-2020 winners of the Jim and Peg Stine Scholarships.

Man Charged with First Degree Murder for Killing Woman in Hegins Township

A Lancaster man was charged on Tuesday for the killing of a woman in Hegins Township earlier this year.

Events Scheduled All Summer Long at Schuylkill County Libraries

The Pottsville Library District which included libraries in Schuylkill and Northumberland County has scheduled a summer full of fun events.

Second Person Charged in Ringtown Burglary

A second person has been charged in connection with a burglary in Ringtown earlier this month.

Police Investigating Stolen Lawn Mower in Ringtown

Ringtown Police are investigating an incident where a lawn mower was stolen in Ringtown last week.

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 06/26/19

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 06/26/19

Ringtown Police Charge Woman for Burglary

On Tuesday, Ringtown Police charged an Ashland woman for a burglary earlier this month.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for 06/25/19

Schuylkill County Obituaries for 06/25/19

Woman Taken into Custody After Three Vehicle Accident on Interstate 81 Last Friday

A woman was taken into custody after she caused a three vehicle crash on Interstate 81 in Frailey Township last Friday.

Mahanoy Township Police File Charges Against Two for Tire Theft

Mahanoy Township Police have filed charges against two individuals who they say are responsible for stealing tires from Hillside Auto near Mahanoy City.

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 06/25/19

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 06/25/19

Schuylkill County Obituaries for 06/24/19

Schuylkill County Obituaries for 06/24/19

Over a Dozen Dogs Removed from Home in Mahanoy City on Monday

Over a dozen dogs were removed from a home on Mahanoy City on Monday.

Police Release Details of Motorcycle Pursuit from Mahanoy Township to Pottsville

The Pennsylvania State Police have released the details of a pursuit that began in Mahanoy Township and ended in Pottsville Monday afternoon.

North Schuylkill Approves Final Budget for 2019-2020

On Wednesday, June 19, 2019, the North Schuylkill School Board held their monthly meeting.

Man on Motorcycle Taken into Custody After Chase

A man on a motorcycle was taken into custody Monday afternoon after a chase with State Police.

Oversized Load Causing Traffic Problems in Pottsville

An oversized load is causing traffic problems on West Market Street in Pottsville.

Yuengling Releasing New Cans and Packaging Designs for Lord Chesterfield Ale and Premium Beers

To honor its 190^th Anniversary,  Yuengling is releasing brand new cans and packaging of regional favorites Premium, Premium light and beloved Lord Chesterfield Ale, one of the continuously oldest brewed beers in America.

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 06/24/19

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 06/24/19

Schuylkill County Obituaries for 06/23/19

Schuylkill County Obituaries for 06/23/19

Two Wanted Taken into Custody Early Saturday in Minersville; Over $12,000 in Meth Seized

In the early morning hours of Saturday, June 22nd, 2019, the Minersville Police along with help from members of the Pennsylvania Board of Probation and Parole and the U.S. Marshal, took two men wanted by the FBI into custody.

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 06/23/19

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 06/23/19

Man Wanted on Warrants Found Hiding Wearing Woman's Wig

A man that was wanted on warrants in various counties was found hiding wearing a woman's wig.

Schuylkill County Road Work Scheduled for This Week

Upcoming Schuylkill County Road Work

(Week of June 24, 2019 through June 28, 2019)

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Butler and New Castle TownshipsRoad name: Interstate 81
Between: Highridge Park Road (Exit 119) and PA 61 (Exit 124)
Type of work: Construction
Work being done by: PennDOT Contractor
Type of restriction: 24 Hours
Restriction: Lane restriction northbound 7 PM Friday through 12 PM Friday.
Lane restriction southbound from 10 PM Sunday to 10 Thursday.
Expect delays and use caution when driving.
Start date: 6/23/19
Est completion date: 6/28/19
Restrictions in effect (time of day): 07:00 PM To 12:00 PM
Will rain cause delays? Yes

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Frailey TownshipRoad name: Interstate 81 North
Between: Exit 104 (PA 125) and Exit 112 (PA 25)
Type of work: Construction
Work being done by: PennDOT Contractor
Type of restriction: Sporadic
Restriction: Various lane restriction daily. Expect delays and please use caution driving through the work zone.
Start date: 6/21/19
Est completion date: 6/30/19
Restrictions in effect (time of day): 06:00 AM To 06:00 PM
Will rain cause delays? Yes

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Multiple TownshipsRoad name: Interstate 81
Between: Lebanon Countyv Line and Luzerne County Line
Type of work: Other
Work being done by: PennDOT Contractor
Type of restriction: Daytime
Restriction: Intermittent lane closures for slow moving herbicide spraying operation. Please use caution while driving.
Start date: 6/24/19
Est completion date: 6/28/19
Restrictions in effect (time of day): 07:00 AM To 04:00 PM
Will rain cause delays? Yes

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Ryan / Schuylkill TownshipRoad name: Brockton Mountain Road
Between: Burma Road and US 209
Type of work: Pothole Patching
Work being done by: PennDOT Maintenance Forces
Type of restriction: Daytime
Restriction: Flagging. Please use caution when driving.
Start date: 6/24/19
Est completion date: 6/28/19
Restrictions in effect (time of day): 07:00 AM To 03:00 PM
Will rain cause delays? No

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North Union TownshipRoad name: Red Ridge Road
Between: Ringtown and Nuremberg
Type of work: Pothole Patching
Work being done by: PennDOT Maintenance Forces
Type of restriction: Daytime
Restriction: Flagging. Please use caution when driving.
Start date: 6/24/19
Est completion date: 6/28/19
Restrictions in effect (time of day): 07:00 AM To 03:00 PM
Will rain cause delays? No

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Mahanoy / Kline / Delano TownshipsRoad name: Interstate 81
Between: Exit 124 (PA 61) and Luzerne County Line
Type of work: Other
Work being done by: PennDOT Maintenance Forces
Type of restriction: Daytime
Restriction: No restriction. Use caution when driving.
Start date: 6/24/19
Est completion date: 6/28/19
Restrictions in effect (time of day): 07:00 AM To 03:00 PM
Will rain cause delays? No
Change/Update: Sweeping Bridges

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Ryan / Rush TownshipRoad name: Fairview Street / Ben Titus Road
Between: PA 54 and PA 309
Type of work: Pothole Patching
Work being done by: PennDOT Maintenance Forces
Type of restriction: Daytime
Restriction: Flagging. Anticipate delays and please use caution when driving.
Start date: 6/24/19
Est completion date: 6/28/19
Restrictions in effect (time of day): 07:00 AM To 03:00 PM
Will rain cause delays? No

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North / South Manheim TownshipRoad name: PA 61
Between: Molino and Borough of St. Clair
Type of work: Pothole Patching
Work being done by: PennDOT Maintenance Forces
Type of restriction: Daytime
Restriction: Lane Closures. Please use caution when driving.
Start date: 6/24/19
Est completion date: 6/28/19
Restrictions in effect (time of day): 07:00 AM To 03:00 PM
Will rain cause delays? No

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Frailey TownshipRoad name: US 209
Between: Ravine and Ravine
Type of work: Other
Work being done by: PennDOT Maintenance Forces
Type of restriction: Daytime
Restriction: Lane Closures. Please use caution when driving.
Start date: 6/24/19
Est completion date: 6/28/19
Restrictions in effect (time of day): 07:00 AM To 03:00 PM
Will rain cause delays? No
Change/Update: Flushing Bearings

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Schuylkill / Ryan TownshipRoad name: Brockton Mountain Road / Moss Glen Road
Between: US 209 and Burma Road
Type of work: Other
Work being done by: PennDOT Maintenance Forces
Type of restriction: Daytime
Restriction: Lane closures and flagging. Please use caution when driving.
Start date: 6/24/19
Est completion date: 6/28/19
Restrictions in effect (time of day): 07:00 AM To 03:00 PM
Will rain cause delays? No
Change/Update: Mechanical Patching

Schuylkill County Obituaries for 06/21/19

Schuylkill County Obituaries for 06/21/19

Four Police Departments Receive Life Saving Equipment Through Donation from American Legion

​On Friday, June 21, 2019, four Schuylkill County Police Departments received a donation of life saving equipment.

State Police Investigating Fake Check Cashing

The Pennsylvania State Police at Frackville are investigating an incident where a business found that someone was forging checks.

Work Begins on Bridge Projects in North Manheim Township

The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) Engineering District 5 announced work began this week to replace the PA 901/Gordon Nagle Trail Bridge and the Beckville Road Bridge in North Manheim Township.