Tuesday, March 17, 2020

Garage Fire Leads to Building Fire Early Tuesday in Ringtown

A fire that started in a garage in Ringtown early Tuesday left one woman displaced after it spread to a nearby home.

Fire Crews Responding to Working Garage Fire in Ringtown

Fire crews are responding to a working garage fire in Ringtown.

Suspects Fail at Attempted Robbery in Pottsville Park Plaza


The Pennsylvania State Police at Schuylkill Haven is investigating an attempted robbery at the Pottsville Park Plaza last week.

Abandoned Building Burglarized in North Manheim Township


A building in North Manheim Township was vandalized.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for 03/16/2020


Schuylkill County Obituaries for 03/16/2020

Monday, March 16, 2020

PLCB to Close All Liquor Stores Until Further Notice Starting Tuesday Evening

On Monday afternoon, the Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board announced they would be closing all liquor stores until further notice starting Tuesday evening.

State Police Investigating Shooting on Route 209 near Newtown/Branchdale

The Pennsylvania State Police are investigating a reported shooting that occurred along Route 209 in Reilly Township on Sunday.

Diocese of Allentown Bishop Cancels Public Masses to Limit Spread of Coronavirus


On Monday, Bishop Alfred Schlert of the Diocese of Allentown announced that they have decided to cancel all public masses effective immediately.

Gilberton Man Leads Police in Pursuit on ATV in Pottsville

A Gilberton man lead police in a pursuit on an ATV in the city of Pottsville on Sunday.

CORONAVIRUS: 13 Additional Positive Cases in Pennsylvania, Zero in Schuylkill County; 76 Statewide

On Monday, the Department of Health confirmed 13 new positive cases of the COVID-19 virus.

Fairlane Village Mall Announces Hour Changes

The Fairlane Village Mall announces changes to their hours that will be in effect until further notice.

Free Lunches Available through Schuylkill County Schools


The following School Districts have announces free lunches that are available for students around Schuylkill County.

UPDATE: Girardville Saint Patrick's Day Postponed Until Further Notice; Possibility of Rescheduling

An update from Girardville Saint Patrick's Day committee in regards to the event.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for 03/15/2020


Schuylkill County Obituaries for 03/15/2020

Sunday, March 15, 2020

Girardville Saint Patrick's Day Parade Postponed

On Sunday, a decision was officially made to cancel the 2020 Girardville St. Patrick's Day Parade.

Port Carbon Police Arrest Man for Trespassing, Stalking, and Harassment


Last week, the Port Carbon Police arrested a man after a trespassing incident.

Senator Argall Temporarily Closes Pottsville, Hamburg, and Harrisburg Offices; Mahanoy City Office to Remain Open

On Sunday, Senator Argall(R-29 Schuylkill/Berks) announced he would be temporarily closing three of his offices.

16 New Positive Cases of COVID-19 in Pennsylvania; Statewide Stands at 63

On Sunday, Department of Health Secretary Dr. Rachel Levine held her daily briefing in Harrisburg and announced 16 new cases of COVID-19, the coronavirus, in Pennsylvania.

Game Commission Conducting Controlled Burn on Sunday near Tamaqua and Hometown

On Sunday, the PA Game Commission will be conduction a controlled burn in Rush Township, Schuylkill County.

Saturday, March 14, 2020

Friday, March 13, 2020

Road Work Announced for Schuylkill County - 03/16/2020 through 03/20/2020


Road Work Announced for Schuylkill County 

Lehigh Valley Health Network Establishes Coronavirus Patient Testing Centers Throughout the Region

On Friday afternoon, the Lehigh Valley Health Network has announced that they are remaining vigilant on the impact of the coronavirus or COVID-19, including establishing designated, stand-alone COVID-19 assessment and testing centers throughout the region.

Schuylkill County School Districts to Close for Two Weeks

The School Districts of Schuylkill County along with Schuylkill County Emergency Management announced Friday that the county's school districts will close for two weeks due to the coronavirus threat.

State Police Investigating Burglary in Girardville

Troopers from the Pennsylvania State Police at Frackville are currently investigating a burglary that occurred in Girardville.

Fire Crews Respond to Attic Fire in Ashland Friday Morning

On Friday morning, emergency personnel were dispatched to a fire in Ashland.

West Mahanoy Township Police Investigating Theft of Construction Equipment

The West Mahanoy Township Police Department is currently investigating a theft of construction equipment in Shenandoah Heights.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for 03/12/2020


Schuylkill County Obituaries for 03/12/2020

Thursday, March 12, 2020

Shenandoah Valley Inducts New Members to the National Honor Society

On Wednesday evening, the Shenandoah Valley Chapter inducted new members into the National Honor Society through a Candlelight Ceremony.

Aaron Lewis Concert Postponed at Mohegan Sun Arena

A concert scheduled for Friday night at the Mohegan Sun Arena in Wilkes Barre has been postponed.

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PIAA Announces Postponements for High School Basketball and Swimming Championships


The PIAA announced this morning a two week hiatus in response in response to coronavirus concerns.

Pottsville Postpones State of the City Address; Cancels Saint Patrick's Day Parade

The City of Pottsville has announced they have postponed events that were scheduled for the City over the next couple days due to the coronavirus threat.

One Injured After Car Overturns and Catches Fire in Crash in Ryan Township

One person was injured Wednesday in a crash in Ryan Township.

Missing Teen Found Safe

A teen that was reported missing from the North Union Township and Hazleton area has been found safe.

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 03/12/2020


Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 03/12/2020

State Police Investigating Suspicious Vehicle in Porter Township

The Pennsylvania State Police at Schuylkill Haven is investigating an incident involving a suspicious vehicle in Porter Township.

Wednesday, March 11, 2020