Governor Wolf Announces PennDOT Effort to Help Combat Human Trafficking

In an effort to help combat human trafficking, Governor Wolf announced that the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation is training its front line Driver License Center staff to notice signs of a potential trafficking situation.

Schuylkill County Treasurer Reminds Dog Owners that Dog Licenses are Now Past Due

Treasurer Linda Marchalk reminds all Schuylkill County dog owners that 2017 dog licenses are now past due.

One Person Dies in Tuesday Evening Fire

One died in a Tuesday evening fire in Upper Mahantango Township

Drug Transaction Leads to Three Being Charged for Death of Woman Last Year

Three people have been charged after an investigation into the death of a woman last year.

Possible Building Collapse Displaces Families and Closes Streets in Mahanoy City

A building on the verge of collapsing prompted officials to close streets and evacuate homes Tuesday.

Streets Closed, Child Development Evacuated After Building Begins to Collapse

Midday Tuesday, streets were closed and child development evacuated after a building began to collapse in Mahanoy City.

On Tuesday, crews began to tear down the old Kaier's Brewery, on North Main Street in Mahanoy City when it began to crumble throwing debris into the streets.

Currently Park Place Road, Route 339 North and South and North Main Street are closed.

The Child Development nearby has been evacuated.  Parents may pick up their children at the Mahanoy City High Rise.


Residents in the area are reported be evacuated from their homes as well.

More details when they are available.

 

PIAA High School Basketball Playoff Schedule - Round 1

PIAA High School Basketball Playoff Schedule - Round 1