Schuylkill County School Delays for 1/8/15

School Delays and Closings for 1/8/15

Woman Charged with Theft from Organization

The Republican Herald is reporting that a Pottsville woman is charged with stealing more than $449,000 from the Schuylkill Conservation District.

Tips for Protecting Your Animals in the Frigid Cold

The next 24 hours are looking to be absolutely frigid with temperatures coming close to zero and wind chills in the negative digits.

While we find ways to keep our homes and families warm during this cold spell, we cannot forget out pets either.  Especially since they need to go outside to go to the bathroom.  Below are some ways you can help your pets stay warm and protect them from hurting themselves in the cold.

Two County Legislators Begin Serving Leadership Roles

HARRISBURG – History was made during this afternoon’s swearing-in ceremony at the state Capitol when two Schuylkill County legislators formally began serving in their leadership roles for the 2015-16 legislative session in the General Assembly.

School Delays and Closings for 1/7/15

School Delays and Closings for 1/7/15

One Person Injured in Interstate 81 Crash Tuesday Morning

One person was injured Tuesday morning around 11:30am.

Tuesday's Travel Problems - 1/6/15

Schuylkill County received an inch or so of snow on top of wet and icy roads Tuesday morning causing accidents around the county.

Police Officer Facing Assault Charges

According WNEP, a part time Tamaqua Police Officer is facing simple assault charges and harassment.

Social Media Posts Photos of Dogs to Cheer up Teenager

Anthony Lyons, 16, has acute lymphoblastic leukemia and started a week-long chemotherapy treatment this past Friday.

UPDATE: Victim Shot During Deer Poaching Incident in West Penn Township

Update on the shooting in West Penn Township Sunday.

Snow and Bitter Cold Temperatures This Week

Schuylkill County is looking to get some snow and very bitter cold temperatures this week.

Crash Victim Found with Gunshot Wound

Police are investigating a motor vehicle accident that took place Sunday night, where the victim was found with a gun shot wound in West Penn Township.

Elton John to Perform in Reading in February

Santander Arena announced Monday morning that Elton John will be bringing his "All The Hits" tour to Reading, PA in February

Over 1,200 Schuylkill County Residents without Power Monday Morning

PPL is reporting outages across Schuylkill County Monday morning.

Escapee Caught in Schuylkill County

On Saturday, it was reported that Timothy Hostetter, of Pottsville, escaped from a Correctional Facility in Berks County on Friday night.