Wednesday, March 4, 2020

Schuylkill County Obituaries for 03/04/2020


Schuylkill County Obituaries for 03/04/2020

Minersville Police Issue Warrant for Bethlehem Man Wanted for Child Abuse

On Tuesday, the Minersville Police issued an arrest warrant for a Bethlehem man wanted for child abuse in the borough.

Ashland and Girardville Fire Companies Teaming with Salvation Army and American Red Cross to Install Carbon Monoxide Detectors

Fire Chief Philip Groody from the Ashland Fire Department and Fire Chief Frank Zangari of the Girardville Fire Department have announced that their members will be installing carbon monoxide detectors for those that need them in April.

Police Seize Marijuana and Hundreds of Pills While Executing Search Warrant in Minersville

On Tuesday, police seized marijuana and hundreds of pills while executing a search warrant in the borough of Minersville.

Mahanoy Area's Merchlinsky Commits to Muhlenberg College

Last month, Mahanoy Area held a signing ceremony for Tony Merchlinsky.

Mahanoy Area Wins Viewers Choice; Saint Clair, Tri-Valley, and Pottsville Also Receive "Whats So Cool About Manufacturing?" Awards

On March 3rd, 2020, the "Whats So Cool About Manufacturing?" awards were presented to the winners, including some from Schuylkill County.

Shenandoah Historical Society Holds First Meeting of 2020

The Shenandoah Historical Society held its first meeting of the year that featured Jim Eisenhart who conducted a slide show featuring trains, railroads, and the coal industry in Schuylkill County.

Marian Catholic's Alansky Commits to Penn State Schuylkill

On Tuesday, Marian Catholic held a signing ceremony for Macy Alansky.

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 03/04/2020


Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 03/04/2020

Tuesday, March 3, 2020

Schuylkill County Obituaries for 03/03/2020


Schuylkill County Obituaries for 03/03/2020

Pysanky Class Scheduled at St. Michael's Hall in Shenandoah


Pysanky, Ukrainian Easter Egg, Making Class Scheduled for Saturday, April 4th, 2020 in Shenandoah.

No Injuries Reported in Crash near Ringtown

No injuries were reported in a crash near Ringtown late Monday.

Tamaqua and Reading & Northern Railroad Finalize Agreement, First Trains to Arrive at Summerfest

The Reading & Northern Railroad has announced they have finalized an agreement with Tamaqua with the first trains arriving in June.

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 03/03/2020


Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 03/03/2020

Abandoned Home Collapses in Ashland

A home that has been abandoned for years and went neglected collapsed in Ashland Monday evening.

PA Liquor Control Board Conducts Compliance Checks in Schuylkill County; 7 Pass, 3 Others Cited

The Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board released on Monday their findings after compliance checks were conducted on Schuylkill County establishments in December, January, and February.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for 03/02/2020


Schuylkill County Obituaries for 03/02/2020

Monday, March 2, 2020

Lansford Man Wanted By Police for Stabbing

The Lansford Police Department is asking for the public's help in located a man wanted for a stabbing last month.

Bullet and Stab Protective Vest Donated to Local K9 Rescue Squad

On Saturday, February 29th, 2020, a special event was held to give special life saving equipment to a Rescue Squad that responds to area emergencies.

Marian Catholic High School Announces Pennsylvania Junior Academy of Science Regional Competition Award Winners

Marian Catholic High School congratulates our following students who received awards at the PA Junior Academy of Science Regional competition Saturday at Wilkes University.

Schuylkill County Police Log for 03/01/2020


Schuylkill County Police Log for 03/01/2020

Girardville Man Charged with Indecent Assault

The Pennsylvania State Police at Frackville are investigating an indecent assault that allegedly took place in Girardville on Monday.

North Schuylkill Selling Advance Tickets for PIAA Class AAA Basketball Playoff Game

Advance tickets will be on sale this week for Friday night’s Girls’ PIAA Class AAA Basketball playoff game between North Schuylkill and Motivation.

The game will be played at Martz Hall in Pottsville, and will tip off at 7:30 pm. Tickets will be sold in the North Schuylkill High School office from 9 am-2 pm, until Friday afternoon. Cost is $8.00 for Adult tickets, and $4 for Student tickets.

All tickets will be $8.00 at the door.

Schuylkill River Greenways Awarded Boating Facility Grants

Rep. Jerry Knowles (R-Berks/Carbon/Schuylkill) and Sen. David Argall (R-Berks/Schuylkill)  announced on Monday the Schuylkill River Greenways was awarded a $50,000 Boating Facility Grant from the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC).

House Under Construction Burglarized in Barry Township

State Police are investigating a burglary that occurred recently in Barry Township.

12 Year Old Seriously Injured After Being Struck by Vehicle on Route 443

A boy was seriously injured Sunday when he was struck by a vehicle on Route 443 near Pine Grove on Sunday afternoon.

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 03/02/2020


Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 03/02/2020

Sunday, March 1, 2020

Schuylkill County Obituaries for 03/01/2020


Schuylkill County Obituaries for 03/01/2020

North Schuylkill Lady Spartans Celebrates District XI Championship with Parade

On Sunday evening, the North Schuylkill Lady Spartans celebrated their District XI Championship with a parade through the communities of their school district.

HIGH SCHOOL BASKETBALL: PIAA State Championship Schedule for Round 1


PIAA State High School Basketball Championship Schedule for 

Schuylkill County/League Teams for Round 1

Mahanoy Area Celebrates Third Straight District XI Girls Basketball Title with a Parade

On Saturday afternoon, after their 39-30 win over Moravian Academy, the Mahanoy Area Girls Basketball team celebrated their third straight District XI Girls Basketball title with a fire truck parade.

Students Teachers Use Dr. Seuss to Help Create First Lessons

On Friday, North Schuylkill Elementary celebrated "Read Across America" with a visit from student teachers from Bloomsburg University.

Commissioner Staudenmeier Remembered as Family Man and for His Dedication to Schuylkill County

Schuylkill County Commissioner Frank Staudenmeier died suddenly at the age of 69 on Saturday, and now his family, friends, and colleagues are remembering him as a family man for his dedication to Schuylkill County.