Saturday, June 4, 2016

Two Pedestrians Struck and Killed in Separate Incidents Saturday Evening

(06/04/16) Within a half hour time period, emergency personnel were called to two separate incidents where pedestrians were struck and killed in Schuylkill County Saturday evening.

Upcoming Schuylkill County Road Work

Upcoming Schuylkill County Road Work

Friday, June 3, 2016

Police Looking for Help to Identify Individual Involved in Theft

Image from Minersville PD
Minersville Police are looking to identify this individual in regards to a theft.

PIAA Baseball & Softball Championship Schedule - Round 1


PIAA Baseball & Softball Championship Schedule - Round 1

Man Charged with Assaulting Police Officer

A Pottsville man was charged late Thursday for allegedly assaulting a police officer at an incident Wednesday morning.

PA’s Top Economic Development Official Tours Schuylkill County’s “Good, Bad, Ugly” with Local Legislators

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POTTSVILLE – Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development’s (DCED) top official, Secretary Dennis Davin, met with local legislators to discuss community revitalization during his visit to the county on Thursday.

Thursday, June 2, 2016

Quad Reported Stolen

A quad has been reported to been stolen from the Ashland area.

Crash Closes Interstate 81 Northbound Closed Overnight

(06/02/16) Interstate 81 Northbound was closed overnight due to a crash.

Just after 1:30am Thursday,  emergency crews were called to the northbound lanes of Interstate 81 at milemarker 138, near McAdoo,  for an overturned tractor trailer.

The crash blocked both Northbound lanes so traffic was diverted off of the McAdoo exit onto Route 309.

No word on injuries were what caused the crash.


Intoxicated Man Allegedly Crashes a Stolen Vehicle and Flees Scene.

Police are looking for a man who allegedly crashed a stolen vehicle and assaulted people Tuesday evening in Tower City.

Wednesday, June 1, 2016

North Schuylkill Begins New Tradition for Seniors with Send Off

On Wednesday morning, the North Schuylkill Administration, Elementary staff and students started a new tradition by giving a special send off to the Class of 2016.

Night of Wings Among June Highlights at Big Diamond Speedway

MINERSVILLE, PA. -- Following a rainy month of May, race fans in the coal region are hoping for warm weather and rain-free Friday nights as Big Diamond Speedway will play host to four nights of racing in June.

Schuylkill River Sojourn 2016 to Begin This Weekend

POTTSTOWN—The annual Schuylkill River Sojourn is always a weeklong celebration of the river. This year, the over 200 paddlers participating in the 7-day journey from June 4-10 will also celebrate the 18th Annual Schuylkill River Sojourn itself.

Two Girls Hit By Vehicle Wednesday Morning

Just before 11:00am, two young girls were reportedly hit by a vehicle in the 100 Block of North Railroad Street, Tamaqua.

Wildlife Day Camps at Sweet Arrow Lake Park

Eagles, animals, trees and water are just some of the things that can make for a great summer outdoor program. Children are naturally curious and enjoy exploring and learning about plants and animals especially at Sweet Arrow Lake County Park in Pine Grove. Two day camps for children are being offered this year:
  • * Wildlife Day Camp #1 (children ages 4-6) from Wednesday, June 22 to Friday, June 24 from 9:30-11:00 a.m.
  • * Wildlife Day Camp #2 (children ages 7-9) from Wednesday, June 22 to Friday, June 24 from 1:00-2:30 p.m.
Both camps will be led by “Porcupine Pat” McKinney of the Schuylkill Conservation District and are being run on a “donation only” basis. “We want to make the camps available to all children regardless of ability to pay,” added “Porcupine.” “You can pay for one day or all three days, whatever you decide is fine.” The focus of each camp is learning about wildlife, insects, and plants and will include fun activities designed to stimulate curiosity and natural awareness. These camps are sponsored by the Snayberger Memorial Foundation and the Schuylkill Area Community Foundation. All campers must be pre-registered by contacting “Porcupine Pat” at the Conservation District at 570-622-4124, ext. 113 or via email at porcupinepat@yahoo.com

Both camps will be held under the Large Pavilion at Sweet Arrow Lake County Park.

Police Looking for Suspect in Armed Robbery

Police in Carbon County are asking for the public's assistance in apprehending a subject of an armed robbery that took place Wednesday morning.