Scheduled Interstate 81 Road Work in Schuylkill County

Scheduled Interstate 81 Road Work in Schuylkill County

TRAFFIC ALERT: Route 61 Southbound, Motor Vehicle Accident at DeadMan's Curve

Around 7:45pm, Saturday, Frackville fire personnel were called to Deadman's Curve, the Frackville Grade on Route 61.



The motor vehicle accident is reported to have involved multiple vehicles.

Route 61 has been shutdown at the Schuylkill Mall.

Avoid the area if possible.

UPDATE:  9:30pm - Eyewitnesses say the road is now open.

More information as it comes availble.

Pottsville Man Escapes Berks County Correctional Facility

According to the Republican Herald,Timothy Earl Hostetter, of Pottsville, escaped a Correctional Facility in Wernersville, Berks County, on Friday.

General Motors Recalls Over 90,000 Vehicles

On New Year's Day, General Motors recalled over 90,000 more vehicles due to ignition defects.

PennDOT Has Reduced Speeds on Interstates

PennDOT has announced that due to the weather conditions they have reduced speeds on Interstate 81 and 80 to 45 mph until further notice.

UPDATE:  As of 4:15pm, PennDOT has restored speeds to normal.

Volkswagen Recall for Fuel Leak

On Wednesday, Volkswagen recalled approximately over 37,000 vehicles for a possible fuel leak.

Coaldale Man Faces Child Porn Charges

A Coaldale man is facing Child Pornography charges.