Thursday's Schuylkill County Weather Forecast - 05/05/16
Thursday, May 5, 2016
Schuylkill County Small Town Makes List of Top 10 in Pennsylvania
It is created using a unique algorithm that takes into account dozens of characteristics in 7 different categories including nearby amenities, cost of living, crime rates, education, employment, housing and weather. A total Livability Score is then calculated out of 100 for any area across America.
The web site has ranked small towns in Pennsylvania based on
- Population Density
- Lowest unemployment rates
- High housing costs (shows demand)
- Adjusted Median Income
- Education (Lowest number of high school dropouts)
- Low crime
The following is the list of 10 Best Small Towns in PA, according to the web site
- Mount Gretna
- Patterson Heights
- Thornburg
- Rosslyn Farms
- Ben Avon Heights
- Goldsboro
- Deer Lake
- Dauphin
- Glen Osborne
- Rutledge
Check out the list here at http://www.areavibes.com/library/10-best-small-towns-pennsylvania/
Fish for Free at Sweet Arrow Lake
Wednesday, May 4, 2016
Group Discusses Future Needs for Hospital Care in Schuylkill County
“It was important to bring people together to find out what the community is hoping for with this new partnership,” said Brian Symons, a cook at the hospital. “We have a great opportunity with LVHN to build something really special, and we’re looking forward to working with them to do just that.”
The workers were joined by community leaders and other area residents for an open discussion, including what key services would be provided in the future.
“In the months leading up to the partnership announcement, there were a lot of rumors about departments closing,” said Pam Smith, nurse assistant in the psych department. “People would ask me ‘Will we have OB? Will we have cancer treatment? Will we keep the mental health services?’ These are really important issues that are on the public’s mind, so we wanted to make sure people had the opportunity to share their thoughts.”
Another issue discussed was the need for good, family-sustaining jobs.
“It’s no secret that this area struggles economically,” said Heather Mannon, from housekeeping. “Since SMC is one of the largest employers in the region, people look to it to provide good jobs.”
Over 60 people attended the event, including dozens of supporters from the community, representatives from Congressman Cartwright and Rep. Goodman's offices, and physicians.
“Whether it’s workers, patients, neighbors, or LVHN, we all want the same thing – and that’s a successful hospital that serves this community in the best way possible – with outstanding service and quality jobs” continued Mannon. “This is a new chapter in our hospital’s history, and we are excited to be a part of it.”
Posted from Press Release from Karen Gownley
Man Facing DUI Charges from Motor Vehicle Accident
Wednesday's Schuylkill County Weather Forecast - 05/04/16
Wednesday's Schuylkill County Weather Forecast - 05/04/16
Tuesday, May 3, 2016
Schuylkill fire, EMS Companies Receive $1.4 million in State Grants
HARRISBURG – The state has awarded $1.4 million in grants to fire and EMS companies across Schuylkill County, state Reps. Neal P. Goodman, Jerry Knowles, and Mike Tobash and state Sen. David G. Argall announced.
The grants come from the Fire Company and Volunteer Ambulance Service Grant Program.
“These grants will help volunteers from across the county to continue their life-saving work,” said Goodman, D-Schuylkill. “I am grateful for all the work our fire and EMS companies do, and I’m proud that the state provides this support to them.”
“As a former active volunteer firefighter, I recognize the costs of equipment and fire apparatus,” said Knowles, R-Schuylkill. “I’m glad our area emergency service providers are receiving these state funds to help with their necessary costs.”
“We are very thankful and appreciative of our volunteer fire companies, comprised of men and women from all across our area,” said Tobash, R-Schuylkill. “I am glad they are able to receive this funding so they can continue to keep communities safe when emergencies strike.”
“This investment will assist our local volunteer first responders to protect more lives in Schuylkill County,” said Argall, R-Schuylkill/Berks. “I applaud the efforts of our local volunteers to secure these state funds and I look forward to supporting House Bill 1877.”
With the grant program set to expire on June 30, 2016, Goodman, Knowles, and Tobash recently voted in favor of H.B.1877, which would extend the program for another four years. The bill will now go to the state Senate for consideration.
Grants can be used toward repairing, building or renovating facilities. Grant money also can be applied toward the purchase of new equipment, training and certification of staff, or it may go to repay debt related to equipment purchases or facility building and maintenance.
In the county, 118 fire and EMS companies were awarded grants that ranged in amount from $25,289.79 to $4,735.70. A complete list of Schuylkill County fire and EMS companies that received these grants is available by clicking here.
Information Posted from PAHouse.net
The grants come from the Fire Company and Volunteer Ambulance Service Grant Program.
“These grants will help volunteers from across the county to continue their life-saving work,” said Goodman, D-Schuylkill. “I am grateful for all the work our fire and EMS companies do, and I’m proud that the state provides this support to them.”
“As a former active volunteer firefighter, I recognize the costs of equipment and fire apparatus,” said Knowles, R-Schuylkill. “I’m glad our area emergency service providers are receiving these state funds to help with their necessary costs.”
“We are very thankful and appreciative of our volunteer fire companies, comprised of men and women from all across our area,” said Tobash, R-Schuylkill. “I am glad they are able to receive this funding so they can continue to keep communities safe when emergencies strike.”
“This investment will assist our local volunteer first responders to protect more lives in Schuylkill County,” said Argall, R-Schuylkill/Berks. “I applaud the efforts of our local volunteers to secure these state funds and I look forward to supporting House Bill 1877.”
With the grant program set to expire on June 30, 2016, Goodman, Knowles, and Tobash recently voted in favor of H.B.1877, which would extend the program for another four years. The bill will now go to the state Senate for consideration.
Grants can be used toward repairing, building or renovating facilities. Grant money also can be applied toward the purchase of new equipment, training and certification of staff, or it may go to repay debt related to equipment purchases or facility building and maintenance.
In the county, 118 fire and EMS companies were awarded grants that ranged in amount from $25,289.79 to $4,735.70. A complete list of Schuylkill County fire and EMS companies that received these grants is available by clicking here.
Information Posted from PAHouse.net
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