Upcoming Road Work Announced for Next Week for Schuylkill County
(Week of 07/22/19 through 07/26/19)
Friday, July 19, 2019
Man Caught Stealing Package from Front Porch in Ashland
A man was caught stealing a package from a front porch in Ashland earlier this week.Ringtown Man Sentenced for Role in Heroin Trafficking Conspiracy
The United States Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of Pennsylvania announced on Friday that Thomas Nestor, 41, of Ringtown, was sentenced by Senior U.S. District Court Judge James M. Munley to 47 months’ imprisonment and to serve four years on supervised release for his role in a heroin trafficking conspiracy.
Lehigh Valley Hospital - Schuylkill Awarded RRPD Grant
On Thursday, the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) awarded Lehigh Valley Hospital-Schuylkill a $749,859 Rural Residency Planning and Development Program (RRPD) grant.
Thursday, July 18, 2019
HEAT ALERT: Excessive Heat Warning Issued for Schuylkill County
Wednesday, July 17, 2019
Excessive Heat Watch Issued for Schuylkill County for Upcoming Weekend
Six Injured in Crash on Interstate 81 near McAdoo
Governor Wolf Announces Investment in Water Infrastructure Projects Across Pennsylvania; One in Schuylkill County
On Wednesday, Governor Tom Wolf announced the investment of $136 million for 17 drinking water, wastewater, storm water, and non-point source projects across 17 counties through the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority (PENNVEST).
WEATHER ALERT: Severe Thunderstorm Watch Issued for Schuylkill County
The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch for Schuylkill County through Wednesday evening.
Schuylkill County Man Sentenced to 70 Months in Prison for Unlawful Purchase of Firearms
On Wednesday, the United States Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of Pennsylvania announced that on July 16, 2019, United States District Judge Malachy E. Mannion sentenced Mark Tullock, age 37, of New Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, to 70 months’ imprisonment and a two-year term of supervised release, for orchestrating the unlawful purchase of several firearms.
TRAFFIC ALERT: Multi-Vehicle Crash on Interstate 81 near McAdoo Causing Traffic Problems; Interstate Closed
A crash in Luzerne County on Interstate 81 is causing traffic problems on Interstate 81 and in the borough of McAdoo.WEATHER ALERT: Flash Flood Watch Issued for Schuylkill County
The National Weather Service has issued a Flash Flood Watch for Wednesday afternoon and evening.Tuesday, July 16, 2019
Evacuations Taking Place for Reported Gas Leak in Cressona
Emergency personnel are evacuating a plant and homes after a reported natural gas leak in Cressona Tuesday evening.Ashland Library Helps Kids Learn More About Exotic Reptiles
The Ashland Library held a program last week to help kids learn more about Exotic Reptiles.Rush Township Police Asking for Help Locating Man Wanted for Retail Theft and Warrants
Frackville, Minersville, and Tamaqua to Receive Grants to Create Housing Options to Fight Blight
The Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency announced today that three Schuylkill County community grants will fight blight and create more housing options in Frackville, Minersville, and Tamaqua.Senate Majority Policy Committee to Examine School Property Tax Elimination
The Senate Majority Policy Committee will meet to examine possible routes to school property tax elimination. This workshop is being held at the request of Senator Kristin Phillips-Hill (R-York) and will take place on Tuesday, August 13, from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. at Penn State York at the Pullo Center.
Monday, July 15, 2019
Pottsville Police Obtain Warrant for Man Wanted for Saturday Shooting
Woman Suffers Minor Injuries in Rollover Crash in Mahanoy Township
A woman suffered minor injuries after a rollover crash in Mahanoy Township on Sunday afternoon.Sunday, July 14, 2019
Teen Charged as Adult for Stabbing in Pottsville Late Friday
A teen from Pottsville is locked up in Schuylkill County Prison for a stabbing Friday evening.Pottsville Celebrates 190 Years of Yuengling
On Saturday, thousands of people took part in the 190th Anniversary celebration of Yuengling in Pottsville.Mahanoy City Community Day Highlights Local Vendors and Organizations
On Saturday, Mahanoy City held it's annual Community Day which highlighted the borough's businesses and organizations.
Saturday, July 13, 2019
Upcoming Road Work Announced by PennDOT in Schuylkill County
Upcoming Road Work Announced by PennDOT in Schuylkill County.
Friday, July 12, 2019
PA Health Secretary Adds Anxiety Disorders and Tourette Syndrome to Medical Marijuana Program Serious Medical Conditions
On Thursday, Pennsylvania Department of Health Secretary Dr. Rachel Levine announced that effective July 20, anxiety disorders and Tourette syndrome will be approved serious medical conditions in the medical marijuana program based on the recommendation of the Medical Marijuana Advisory Board and a review of medical research on the use of marijuana to treat these conditions.Berks County Man Sentenced To Over 44 Years’ Imprisonment For Armed Bank Robberies In Schuylkill, York, and Lebanon Counties
A Berks County man has been sentenced for robbing a Schuylkill County bank and others in 3counties.Thursday, July 11, 2019
Friday Night is Ladies Night at Big Diamond
This Friday at the dirt track nestled up in “God’s Country” otherwise known as the Big Diamond Speedway it will be Ladies night. All ladies wearing pink will receive $2 off of the price of general admission.
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