Sunday, August 11, 2019

Coroner Called to Route 209 Crash in Reilly Township Late Sunday

A Schuylkill County Deputy Coroner was called to the scene of a crash in Reilly Township near Tremont late Sunday.

Woman and Two Juveniles Charged for Disposing Over 300 Tires on Vacant Motel Lot

A woman and two juveniles were charged for disposing over 300 tires on the lot of a former motel in North Manheim Township.

26th Anniversary of Great Pottsville Cruise Delights Car Enthusiasts

Almost 250 vehicles participated in Saturday's 26th Anniversary of the Great Pottsville Cruise.

Fire Safety, Emergency Services Focus of Shenandoah Night Out

On Saturday, Shenandoah held their 2nd Annual Community Night Out.

For the second year in a row, the borough of Shenandoah came together to celebrate a "night out" that allowed citizens of Shenandoah to meet leaders, volunteers, and others that serve the community.

The event was hosted on East Washington Street next to the Shenandoah Ambulance Building and organized by the borough's emergency personnel.

Shenanodah emergency apparatus were parked along East Washington Street for families to check, climb inside, see their tools up close, and talk to volunteers.

Along with the fire apparatus, the Suburban Burn Prevention Fire Safety House was new this year.  The house, which is provided by the Hazleton City Fire Department, allows  fire personnel to demonstrate to children, how to escape a home if it catches fire.

The Shenandoah Ambulance Building was open providing free food as well as a CPR demonstration.

Officers from Shenandoah Police, along with the neighboring department from West Mahanoy township were available handing out free gun locks and other items. 

New to the event this years was Medivac.  The medical helicopter landed next to Shenandoah Manor was available to get an up close until around 5:00pm when it called to an emergency incident.

County organizations from Schuylkill 911, Sheriff's Office, Schuylkill Women in Crisis, SARCC, Clinical Outcome Group, and others were also available.

Fun for the children included crafts with the Shenandoah Borough Recreation Committee and a bounce house.

Photos and Story by J. Reed





















Saturday, August 10, 2019

Community Night Out Held in Ashland

On Friday evening, the borough of Ashland came together to celebrate a "night out".

Friday, August 9, 2019

Schuylkill County Obituaries for 08/09/19


Schuylkill County Obituaries for 08/09/19

State Police Investigating Death in Girardville

The Pennsylvania State Police are investigating the death of a man in Girardville.

Shenandoah Man Locked up for Public Drunkenness and Violating Parole

A Shenandoah man is locked up in Schuylkill County Prison on public drunkenness charges and for violating parole.

BEST OF SKOOK: Who is the "Best Ice Cream Parlor" in Schuylkill County?

POLL:  Who is the "Best Ice Cream Parlor" in Schuylkill County?

American Hose Co. #1, Ashland, Chicken Barbecue - September 7th, 2019


Former Schuylkill County Clerk of Courts Pleads Guilty to Mail Fraud and Falsification Of Records

The United States Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of Pennsylvania announced that Steven M. Lukach, Jr., age 69, of Nesquehoning, Pennsylvania, pleaded guilty on August 8, 2019, before U.S. District Court Judge Robert D. Mariani to mail fraud and falsification of records.

McAdoo Holds 4th Annual National Night Out

This past Tuesday, along with other communities, the borough of McAdoo held their 4th Annual National Night Out.

Mahanoy City Police Arrest Two on Outstanding Warrants

On Thursday, the Mahanoy City Police arrested two on outstanding Schuylkill County warrants.

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 08/09/19


Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 08/09/19

Schuylkill County Obituaries for 08/08/19


Schuylkill County Obituaries for 08/08/19

Thursday, August 8, 2019

Police in Schuylkill County are Looking for Man Reported Missing Since Wednesday

Police in Schuylkill County are looking for a man that has been reported missing.

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 08/08/19


Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 08/08/19

Good Shepherd Physical Therapy Opens in Orwigsburg

Good Shepherd Rehabilitation Network has opened its newest outpatient site in Orwigsburg, bringing Good Shepherd’s innovative rehabilitation technologies and compassionate care to residents in and around Schuylkill County.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for 08/07/19


Schuylkill County Obituaries for 08/07/19

Wednesday, August 7, 2019

Wanted Fugitive Found with Meth and Bath Salts

Minersville and Cass Township Police arrested a man on Wednesday that was a wanted fugitive in Schuylkill County.

Akbar Joins Lehigh Valley Physicians Group Cardiology in Pottsville

Ghulam Akbar, MD, has joined Lehigh Valley Physician Group (LVPG) Cardiology–Claude A. Lord Boulevard.

WEATHER ALERT: Severe Thunderstorm Watch Issued for Schuylkill County into Wednesday Evening


(08/07/19) The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch for Schuylkill County through Wednesday evening.

Traffic Advisory Issued for Saturday Ahead of Pottsville Cruise

The Pottsville Police have issued a traffic advisory ahead of Saturday's Pottsville Cruise.

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 08/07/19


Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 08/07/19

Tuesday, August 6, 2019

Schuylkill County Obituaries for 08/06/19


Schuylkill County Obituaries for 08/06/19

Frackville Borough Council to Honor Veteran and Teener Coach

The Frackville Borough Council has announced changes in the date and location of their next meeting to honor a member of the community.

Ashland ATV Theft Suspect In Custody; Attempted to Flee through Sewer System

An ATV theft suspect is in custody after attempting to flee through the sewer system in Ashland late Monday.

Monday, August 5, 2019

State Police Searching for a Woman and Baby Reported Missing from Berks County

Police from Berks County are looking for a woman and a baby that have been reported missing.