Wednesday, September 16, 2015

Schuylkill County High School Football Power Rankings After Week #2


Schuylkill County HS Football Team Stats:
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*AS OF WEEK-2*

Monday, September 14, 2015

Health care cost savings study needs input from more school districts, Senators say

HARRISBURG – A comprehensive study is moving forward to identify cost-saving opportunities for public school employee health care plans, according to Senators David G. Argall (R-Schuylkill/Berks) and Bob Mensch (R-Berks/Bucks/Montgomery).

1 of 4 Cash 5 Winners Sold in Schuylkill County

One of five winning Cash 5 tickets was sold in Schuylkill County.

Minersville Police Seek Two on Warrants


Minersville Police are seeking the whereabouts of Richard Pizzo and Tracee L. Reeves.

Girardville Man Leads Police in Chase

A Girardville man led police in a chase.

According to WNEP, Bruce Layton, Girardville, failed to pull over during a traffic stop and led police in a chase that ended in Sheppton.

The suspect was reported to be in possession of heroin.

Link to WNEP
http://wnep.com/2015/09/13/one-arrested-in-schuylkill-county-chase/

Man Wanted For Shooting in Custody

A man wanted in connection with a Tremont shooting is now in custody.

Sunday, September 13, 2015

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast 09/13/15


The Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for Sunday, September 13th, 2015.

Saturday, September 12, 2015

Police Looking for Man in Connection with Shooting

The Pennsylvania State Police are looking for a man in connection with a shooting in Tremont on Friday.

Friday, September 11, 2015

Schuylkill County High School Football Scores for Week #2

Schuylkill County High School Football Scores for Week #2

Responders Honored for Aiding West Penn Police Officer

First responders who came to the aid of a West Penn Police Officer were honored during a Patriot Day Ceremony Friday afternoon.

Interstate 81 Road Work Scheduled for Schuylkill County Next Week


Interstate 81 Road Work Scheduled for Schuylkill County Next Week

Remembering Those Who Lost Their Lives on September 11, 2001



Below is a list of everyone who lost their lives on 9/11.  We will never forget

Thursday, September 10, 2015

Janet Jackson Bringing World Tour to Hershey

Hershey announced late Thursday that Janet Jackson will be coming to the Giant Center.

Luring Incident Investigation in Pottsville

According to the Republican Herald, Pottsville Police are investigating a possible luring incident Thursday morning.

Humane Fire Company, Pottsville, to Hold 2nd Annual Crab Fest

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The Humane Fire Company, Pottsville, will hold it's 2nd Annual Crab Fest on Saturday, September 19th from 6:00PM to 9:00PM.

Schuylkill County Road Work Scheduled for Next Week


Schuylkill County Road Work Scheduled for Next Week

National Prescription Drug "Take Back Day" Announced


Sheriff Joe Groody announces the 10th National Prescription Drug "Take-Back Day” on Saturday, September 12 from 10:00 am – 2:00pm. 

2015 Schuylkill County Halloween Parade & Trick or Treat Schedule


The 2015 Schedule for Halloween Parades and Trick or Treats in Schuylkill County.

September 10th is World Suicide Prevention Day

World Suicide Prevention Day (WSPD) is an awareness day observed on 10th September every year, in order to provide worldwide commitment and action to prevent suicides, with various activities around the world. The International Association for Suicide Prevention (IASP), collaborates with the World Health Organization (WHO) and the World Federation for Mental Health, to host World Suicide Prevention Day.  In 2011 an estimated 40 countries held awareness events to mark the occasion.  The United Nations issued 'National Policy for Suicide Prevention' in the 1990s which some countries use as a basis for their suicide policies.

Below is a link with information  to recognize someone who could be suicidal and prevent it as well.

Ways to prevent suicide
http://www.helpguide.org/mental/suicide_prevention.htm

Pennsylvania State Police Child Passenger Safety Fitting Events in Schuylkill County

The Pennsylvania State Police will participate in National Child Passenger Safety Week from Sunday, September 13, 2015, through Saturday, September 19, 2015. Additionally, Saturday, September 19, 2015, has been designated as “National Seat Check Saturday.”