Free Car Seat Fitting Stations Scheduled As Part of "Click It or Ticket"

The national "Click It or Ticket" campaign occurs May 23 - June 5, 2016.

Girls Pint Out Announces a New Chapter in Schuylkill, Carbon, and Lower Luzerne Counties

Girls Pint is happy to announce that Anthracite Girls Pint Out is the newest Girls Pint Out chapter. 

PHOTO: Blue Mountain Graduate Recipient of South Schuylkill Garden Club Scholarship

Courtney Steinruch a soon to be Blue Mountain graduate speaks about her future plans to study environmental science to the members of the South Schuylkill Garden Club at their monthly meeting. Courtney is this year's recipient of the Club's Scholarship. Looking on is Porcupine Pat as the Scholarship Chairman.

Photo taken by Kim Morgan

One Flown to Hospital After Crash Overnight

One person was flown to an area hospital overnight after a crash early Wednesday.

Police Investigating Theft and Use of Fraudulent Gift Cards

The Rush Township Police is currently investigating a theft which occurred at the Hometown Wal Mart on 5/16/16 around 4:00pm.

Bret Michaels Returning to Goodfellas in June

Goodfellas in Pottsville announced Tuesday morning that Bret Michaels will be returning in June with a special guest, Eric Brittingham of Cinderella.

Police Discover Heroin While Serving Warrants

(05/17/16) On Monday, Schuylkill Haven Borough Police Department were assigned to a warrant detail. The purpose of the detail is to serve outstanding warrants for previous arrests made by the Department in which the defendant has failed in responding to charges.

Schuylkill County Woman Identified as Victim in Deadly Northampton County Crash

Authorities have identified one of three victims in a Northampton County deadly crash earlier this month as a woman from Schuylkill County.

Kayak Demo Day

Thinking about getting a kayak? The Lazy River Riders' Kayak Club has just the thing to help you take the plunge with confidence. On Sunday, June 5, 2016, 3:00-5:30 p.m. at the boat launch area on Sweet Arrow Lake Road try a variety of boats, sit in them, and give them a paddle on the lake to help you choose the best one for you! Club members will be furnishing their boats & knowledge to help you make a wise purchase. This is a sunshine only event and pre-registration is required by calling 570-624-3018.

Man Facing Drug Charges

Late Sunday Brian Cyr, 27, of Frackville was arrested by Mahanoy City Police Officers Johnson and Rentschler and charged with numerous drug offenses.

Four Facing Drug Charges

Frackville Borough Police have filed charges against four males after incident that occurred on May 5th.

Schuylkill County Road Work Scheduled for This Week

Schuylkill County Road Work Scheduled for This Week

One Flown After Vehicle Crashes into Home Sunday Morning

One person was flown Sunday morning after a vehicle crashed into a home Sunday morning.

Woman Facing Drug Charges

Charges were filed today on a Shenandoah woman for an incident in Mahanoy City at the Coco Hut in April. 

LCCC Holds New EMT Class for Carbon and Schuylkill Counties

Schnecksville, Pa., May 13, 2016 – Lehigh Carbon Community College (LCCC) has added an additional Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) program at its Morgan Center in Tamaqua for individuals who are likely to respond to pre-hospital emergencies or those considering a medical career.

Rain Washes Out Another Friday Night Of Action At Big Diamond

MINERSVILLE, PA. – For the third consecutive Friday, rain has forced the cancellation of the racing action at the Big Diamond Speedway.

Fire Destroys Vacant Home Friday Afternoon

Just after 1:00pm Friday, fire crews were called to 120 South Grant Street, Shenandoah for a working structure fire.

Southbound Interstate 81 Lane Restrictions Begin Next Week

On Wednesday, May 18th, the southbound lanes of Interstate 81 from the Ravine Exit to Lebanon County will be restricted to a single lane and crossoverto the Northbound side for the next phase of the Interstate 81 construction project.

Man Facing Drug Charges After Incident

A man is facing drug charges after an overnight incident in Mahanoy City.

According to Police, Ilvin Gumbs, 23 of West Hazleton was charged by Ptlm Rentschler & Kovalewski after an incident around 12:30am Friday.

Gumbs faces charges of possession with intent to deliver a controlled substance, unlawful possession, drug paraphernalia, DUI, and summary offenses.

He was arrested and placed in Schuylkill County Prison.

Mahanoy City Police

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Laser Pointed at Flying Medical Helicopter

Photo not of actual incident

Schuylkill County Crime Stoppers and State Police at Schuylkill Haven are asking for the public’s help in finding those responsible for aiming a laser light at a medical helicopter in April.

The incident reportedly occurred about 8:50 p.m. April 17 near Seltzer, Norwegian Township.

Police said a Geisinger Medical Center Life Flight helicopter was flying overhead when someone aimed the light at the aircraft.

Schuylkill County Crime Stoppers will pay up to $1,000 for information on the identity of those responsible for this crime or on any unsolved crime in Schuylkill County.

Callers are asked to refer to case 05-08-16 when calling with information about the incident involving the laser light in Norwegian Township.

Anyone with information is asked to call Crime Stoppers at 877-TIPS4SC (877-847-7472).

Callers can also relay their information directly to state police at Schuylkill Haven by calling 570-739-1330.

All information will remain confidential

Below is a video published by the FBI demonstrating how a pilot can be blinded by a laser while piloting an aircraft.