Monday, March 17, 2014
Washington Township Fire Monday Morning
Crews were called Monday morning to 1246 Deturksville Road for a working structure fire. The location is Blue Mountain Enterprises.
The fire is reported to have started in the building where they store wood chips, shavings, and sawdust.
The Republican Herald posted the following.
http://republicanherald.com/fire-damages-business-in-washington-township-1.1652083
The fire is reported to have started in the building where they store wood chips, shavings, and sawdust.
The Republican Herald posted the following.
http://republicanherald.com/fire-damages-business-in-washington-township-1.1652083
Sunday, March 16, 2014
Wind Turbine Fire Saturday Evening
Crews were called to the Locust Ridge Wind Farm, Mahanoy Township, Saturday Evening for a fire of one of the turbines.
Saturday, March 15, 2014
Hit and Run Along Route 54 Near Girardville
The State Police are investing a hit and run along Route 54 in Girardville.
Jesse Coolbaugh, of Lost Creek, was walking along Route 54 near Girardville when he was struck by a vehicle that kept on going.
Man Taken To Hospital After Flipping Vehicle on Interstate 81 on Friday
Posted from TamaquaArea.Wordpress.com
An unidentified man was taken to the hospital for unknown injuries after flipping his vehicle around 5:45 PM, Friday along the northbound lane of Interstate 81 in Mahanoy Township.
An unidentified man was taken to the hospital for unknown injuries after flipping his vehicle around 5:45 PM, Friday along the northbound lane of Interstate 81 in Mahanoy Township.
790 Bags of Heroin Seized By Mahanoy City Police Friday Evening
Image Courtesy of the Mahanoy City Police Department |
A controlled buy was done by the department when they discovered the drugs, which had a value nearly $16,000.
Friday, March 14, 2014
Schuylkill Haven Man Dies After Being Hit By Tractor Trailer in Orwigsburg
Thursday, Orwigsburg Police were dispatched to 403 North Warren Street, Classtex Mills, in the borough just after 7:00 am for a report of someone struck by a vehicle.
Thursday, March 13, 2014
Soldier from Ashland Returns From Aghanistan
Spc. Kevin Blank, a 2010 graduate of North Schuylkill High School, a member of the American Hose Co. #1 Ashland, and the American Hose Co., Fountain Springs, returned home Monday.
Graco Car Seat Recall
In addition to Graco's recall of over 3.8 million car seats last month, they now added an addition 403,000 car seats to the recall.
Aviation Web Site Offers Aerial Views of Schuylkill County
David Truskowsky, who's been flying for the past 24 years, has built a web site for aviation enthusiasts in the Schuylkill County area..
Mahanoy City and Reading Man Attempt to Evade Shenandoah Police After Traffic Stop
Images Courtesy of Shenandoah Police FB Page |
Wednesday, March 12, 2014
Two in Custody After Police Chase Tuesday Evening
WNEP has all the details of the chase in the article below.
http://wnep.com/2014/03/12/state-police-investigate-high-speed-chase/
"Skook State of Mind" Video Going Viral Around Schuylkill County
A video made by a young man out of Deer Lake is going viral around Schuylkill County.
Matt Freiler, from Deer Lake, was bored last Wednesday and began writing lyrics. By that evening, he had "Skook State of Mind".
Matt Freiler, from Deer Lake, was bored last Wednesday and began writing lyrics. By that evening, he had "Skook State of Mind".
Wind Advisory Issued For Schuylkill County for Wednesday Evening Into Thursday
Rush Township Police Looking For Woman with Two Outstanding Warrants
UPDATE: Rush Township Police are reporting that White has been found.
The Rush Township Police Department is looking for the public's help in finding Katherine Rose White, 39. The Department has two outstanding warrants on White. She may be in the Summitt Hill or Lansford Area.
If anyone knows the whereabouts of White, you are asked to call the Rush Township Police Department at (570) 668-4242, or the Schuylkill County Comm Center at (570) 668-6100.
All tips will remain confidential.
The Rush Township Police Department is looking for the public's help in finding Katherine Rose White, 39. The Department has two outstanding warrants on White. She may be in the Summitt Hill or Lansford Area.
If anyone knows the whereabouts of White, you are asked to call the Rush Township Police Department at (570) 668-4242, or the Schuylkill County Comm Center at (570) 668-6100.
All tips will remain confidential.
Tuesday, March 11, 2014
Mahanoy City Borough Approves Purchase of New Fire Truck for Washington Hook and Ladder
During Mahanoy City's Regular Borough Council meeting Tuesday evening, the council approved unanimously the payment of $225,000 from fire insurance proceeds from the Southhampton Fire Company in Bucks County for the purchase of a ladder truck for the Washington Hook and Ladder. The truck is a 1997 Emergency One Custom 75' Quint.
They also approved a refurbishment contract from Fireline Equipment to refurbish and outfit the truck for the amount of $132,485.43.
The Washington Hook and Ladder have been without a truck since a fire in their fire house destroy their ladder truck on August 24, 2013.
They also approved a refurbishment contract from Fireline Equipment to refurbish and outfit the truck for the amount of $132,485.43.
The Washington Hook and Ladder have been without a truck since a fire in their fire house destroy their ladder truck on August 24, 2013.
Wednesday Forecast
By: Ryan Fannock
Rain showers will start popping up anytime after midnight tonight. Scattered rain showers will be with us through daybreak. As we head into mid morning, the rain will gradually pick up in intensity. During the afternoon, the rain may be heavy at times. Some rumbles of thunder are also possible. Highs will top out in the lower 50's. Temps will start crashing during the late afternoon hours. By evening, we'll end up below freezing. Any rain will changeover to sleet/snow. In the valleys, you can expect anywhere from only a trace to as much as one inch of snow. If you live in elevations such as Frackville, Delano, and Mcadoo you stand the best chance at 1-2 inches of snow. All precipitations will end before midnight on Thursday. During the evening, winds will increase. Sustained winds will range from 20-30mph with gusts to 45mph at times. Winds will be with us throughout the night and into Thursday.
Rain showers will start popping up anytime after midnight tonight. Scattered rain showers will be with us through daybreak. As we head into mid morning, the rain will gradually pick up in intensity. During the afternoon, the rain may be heavy at times. Some rumbles of thunder are also possible. Highs will top out in the lower 50's. Temps will start crashing during the late afternoon hours. By evening, we'll end up below freezing. Any rain will changeover to sleet/snow. In the valleys, you can expect anywhere from only a trace to as much as one inch of snow. If you live in elevations such as Frackville, Delano, and Mcadoo you stand the best chance at 1-2 inches of snow. All precipitations will end before midnight on Thursday. During the evening, winds will increase. Sustained winds will range from 20-30mph with gusts to 45mph at times. Winds will be with us throughout the night and into Thursday.
PIAA State Basketball Playoff Scores for Schuylkill County - 3/11/14
PIAA State Basketball Playoff Scores for Schuylkill County - 3/11/14
Girls
Neumann-Goretti - 60
Minersville - 42
Boys
Church Farm - 56
Mahanoy Area - 52
Susquehanna Twp. - 52
Pottsville - 45
2 Arrested on Outstanding Warrants in Shenandoah, Heroin Found
Images from Shenandoah Police FB Page |
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