Pennsylvania American Water Seeking Entries For Annual "Protect Our Watersheds" Art Contest

HERSHEY, Pa. (February 2, 2016) – Pennsylvania American Water announced Tuesday that entries are now being accepted for its 14th Annual “Protect Our Watersheds” Art Contest. All fourth-, fifth-, and sixth-grade students in schools served by Pennsylvania American Water are eligible, as well as individual students who live in the company’s service area. The contest encourages students to tap into their artistic talents to express the importance of protecting Pennsylvania’s water resources.

Schuylkill Choral Society Presents "Rome to Normandy"

"Rome to Normandy"
Music from their upcoming 2016 European tour, featuring Schubert's Mass in G and other classical pieces.

WHEN:
Sunday, March 13- 3:00 PM 

WHERE:

St. Patrick's Church, 4th and Mahantongo St., Pottsville 

COST:
Adults $15.00 - Senior/Student $10.00

For tickets contact any Choral Society Member, call 570-628-3388 or purchase at the door.

Follow this event on Facebook at

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Schuylkill County Firedogs Semi Pro Men's Basketball Team Home Game This Saturday

The Schuylkill Firedogs Semi Pro Men's Basketball home game is scheduled for this Saturday, February 6th at 7:00 pm at Simon Kramer, 15 Alliance Street, New Philadelphia.

Police Investigating Prescription Forgeries

The Pennsylvania State Police are investigating and searching for a man they say attempted to purchase prescription medicine with a fake prescription.

Bret Hart Reveals He Has Prostate Cancer

Through a Facebook post, WWE Hall of Famer, Bret "The Hitman" Hart revealed he is battling prostate cancer.

It is with great remorse that I feel compelled to speak truthfully to my friends, family and my millions of fans around...
Posted by Bret Hart on Monday, February 1, 2016

Schuylkill County Native Searching for Biological Father

Tommy Pearce, a Frackville native, never knew who is father was and through social media, is asking for our help.

Reported Working Commercial Fire near Orwigsburg

Around 10:30am, Monday, fire crews were call to 529 Second Mountain Road, near Orwigsburg  for a reported structure fire.

PIAA District XI Team Championship Wrestling Schedule

2015-2016 PIAA District 11 Team Championship Wrestling Schedule

Register for the 2nd Annual Coach Rizzo's Anthracite Skills and Drills Clinic

Back by popular demand and brought to you by Phillips Brayford Ortho is the 2nd Annual Coach Rizzo's Anthracite Skills and Drills Clinic.

Parking Restrictions on Monday in Mahanoy City

Parking Restriction for Monday 2/1/16. There will be no parking on South Main St. from Mahanoy to Maple St between 7am & 3PM for Snow Removal.

The Borough also plans to continue to remove piles from Centre St, however no parking restrictions for that area are required at this time.

Keep alert for additional parking restrictions later in the week.
Please let your neighbors know.

Free Fly Tying Classes from Schuylkill County Trout Unlimited

Schuylkill County Trout Unlimited will be conducted free fly tying classes.

Drugs Found During Traffic Stop

On Friday night, Mahanoy City Police arrested Charles J. Koncsler, Shenandoah after finding drugs during a traffic stop. 

According to police, Koncsler was in possession of  157 bags of drug including Meth, Oxy, Tramadol and Suboxone.

Koncsler was charged with Possession with intent to deliver, Possession of a controlled substance, DUI, Possession of drug paraphernalia, Driving while operating privilege is suspended and other traffic offenses. 

Koncsler was committed to Schuylkill County Prison after he was unable to post $50,000 cash bail.

Free Shipping from Skook Apparel

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Continental Hose Co. #3 Gilberton Wing Sale

Schuylkill Haven Youth Softball Association Open Registration

SHYSA (Schuylkill Haven Youth Softball Association) 2016 open registration will be held Thursday February 11, 2016, February 18, 2016, February 25, 2016, March 3, 2016 from 6:00 - 8:00pm at the Schuylkill Haven Area Middle School Gym.