Woman Admits Placing Baby in Trash Bag

On the morning of August 5th, A baby's body was found in a trash bag in Blythe Township. The bag was found near 189 Winfield Drive when authorities were called around 3am after a neighbor smelled something in the trash.

Weather Related Announcements - 12/11/14

Weather Related Announcements - 12/11/14

Schuylkill County Upgraded to Winter Storm Warning

...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 PM EST THIS AFTERNOON...

Winter Weather Advisory Issued for Schuylkill County

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST THIS AFTERNOON...

Schuylkill County School Delays and/or Closings for 12/11/14

Schuylkill County School Delays and/or Closings for 12/11/14

Free Online Technology Training Being Offered

Free Online Training: Online Broadband and Technology Training (OBTT)

Rush Township Police Asking for Help Identifying Individuals

The Rush Township Police posted the following images asking for helping identifying the two males in the photos.

Weather Related Announcements for 12/10/14

Weather Related Announcements for 12/10/14

TRAFFIC ALERT: Motor Vehicle Accident on Route 61 in Schuylkill Haven

Around 3:30pm, emergency personnel were called to Route 61 near Sheetz in Schuylkill Haven for a motor vehicle accident.

Fugitive Sought By Mahanoy City Police Arrested

A fugitive sought by the Mahanoy City Police since September has been arrested.

TRAFFIC ALERT: Accident on Route 61 Southbound Near Pottsville

An accident on Route 61 Southbound just south of Pottsville is blocking both southbound lanes.

Structure Fire in Saint Clair Tuesday Afternoon

Around 1:30pm Tuesday afternoon, emergency personnel were called to 321 Chesnut Street in Saint Clair for a working structure fire.

Winter Weather Advisory Issued for Schuylkill County

WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON EST WEDNESDAY... ...WINTER STORM WARNING IS CANCELLED...

Lebanon County Crash Closes Interstate 81 Overnight

Interstate 81 southbound was closed at the Pine Grove exit for several hours after a crash in Lebanon County.

Winter Storm Warning Issued for Schuylkill County

...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON EST WEDNESDAY... THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE IN STATE COLLEGE HAS ISSUED A WINTER STORM WARNING FOR A SIGNIFICANT WINTRY MIX OF SNOW...SLEET AND FREEZING RAIN...WHICH IS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON EST WEDNESDAY. THE WINTER STORM WATCH IS NO LONGER IN EFFECT.

Schuylkill County School Closings and Delays for 12/9/14

Schuylkill County School Closings and Delays for 12/9/14

Interstate 81 Southbound Closed at Pine Grove Exit

Around 12:30am, fire police were dispatched to Interstate 81 to the Pine Grove exit at Milemarker 100 to shutdown the southbound lanes.

Crash on Northbound Route 61 Frackville Grade Monday Night

Emergency personnel were called to northbound Route 61 on the Frackville grade just before 10pm Monday night for a motor vehicle accident.

Coal Region Connections: Remember Doing Your Christmas Shopping Downtown?

LONG BEFORE MALLS, SHOPPING CENTERS, & ONLINE BUYING, PEOPLE FLOCKED TO DOWNTOWN STORES TO DO THEIR HOLIDAY SEASON SHOPPING. Click LIKE if you have fond shopping memories at stores like Bright's in Lansford & Lehighton, Sear's & Pomeroy's in Pottsville, Hess's in Allentown, or Deisroth's in Hazleton.

PA Lottery Cash 5 Ticket Worth $325,000 Sold in Schuylkill County

Middletown – One jackpot-winning Pennsylvania Lottery Cash 5 ticket worth $325,000 from the Sunday, Dec. 7, drawing was sold at Turkey Hill, 2931 Fairgrounds Road, Ashland, Schuylkill County.

Winter Storm Watch Issued

A Winter Storm Watch has been issued by the National Weather Service

Schuylkill County Obituaries for 12/8/14

Schuylkill County Obituaries for 12/8/14

No Tax Hike for Saint Clair

On Tuesday, the Saint Clair borough council approved a budget with no tax hike.

Crews at the Scene of a 2nd Alarm House Fire in Schuylkill Township

Emergency personnel were called to 173 Sunny Drive, Mary D, in Schuylkill Township for a fully involved house fire.

Hazard Weather Outlook for Schuylkill County

TIOGA-SULLIVAN-COLUMBIA-SCHUYLKILL- 

442 AM EST SUN DEC 7 2014 

 THIS HAZARDOUS WEATHER OUTLOOK IS FOR CENTRAL PENNSYLVANIA. 

DAY ONE...

TODAY AND TONIGHT. 

 HAZARDOUS WEATHER IS NOT EXPECTED AT THIS TIME.

.

DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...

MONDAY THROUGH SATURDAY. 

 A PERIOD OF MIXED WINTRY PRECIPITATION IS POSSIBLE LATE MONDAY
NIGHT INTO EARLY TUESDAY WITH A LIGHT ICE ACCUMULATION POSSIBLE.
MEASURABLE SNOW IS LIKELY TUESDAY INTO WEDNESDAY WITH HEAVY ACCUMULATIONS POSSIBLE.

Ashland Turkey Hill Robbed Sunday Morning at Gunpoint

According to sources, At approximately 7:30am, someone wearing all tan clothing robbed the Turkey Hill in Ashland  Sunday morning with a handgun. 

He reportedly stole an unknown amount of cash, gift cards, and cigarettes.

Someone with the same description also attempted to rob a convenience store in Ranshaw, Northumberland County about an hour later.

The suspect is still on the loose.

Story from News Item

http://www.newsitem.com/robbery-suspect-on-the-loose-armed-1.1799297

More information as it is available.

Schuylkill County Obituaries 12/7/14

Schuylkill County Obituaries 12/7/14

Attorney General/XM Radio Settlement

HARRISBURG – Attorney General Kathleen G. Kane, along with the Attorneys General of 44 states and the District of Columbia, announced on Thursday that Sirius XM Radio Inc. of New York has agreed to pay $3.8 million to the states and provide restitution to eligible consumers.

Schuylkill County High School Basketball Scores - 12/5/14

Schuylkill County High School Basketball Scores - 12/5/14

School District Receives Grant Money to Help Security

The Pottsville School District has received grant money to add new security cameras to their schools.

Report Released on Drone and Medical Helicopter Incident

According to WNEP, the FAA released a report about the November 16th incident where a Geisinger Helicopter nearly collided with a drone helicopter near the Schuylkill County airport.

Events Cancelled for Friday Evening Due to Weather

Some Schuylkill County events have cancelled or postponed their Friday (12/5) festivities due to the weather forecast.

Another Dave Naydock Mural Saved

A 20 foot by 8 foot mural, painted by Dave Naydock, that was in jeopardy of being removed has been announced that it will now be saved.

Pottsville Teen Competing in Miss Teen Pennsylvania Pageant This Weekend

Tabitha Hernandez, of Pottsville, will be competing in the Miss Teen Pennsylvania Pageant this weekend.

St. Clair Fire Ruled Arson

An early morning fire in St. Clair that took place Wednesday has been ruled arson.

Scheduled Schuylkill County Road Work for Next Week

Scheduled Schuylkill County Road Work for Next Week

Company to Employ 100 at the Schuylkill Mall

Continuing to advance his JOBS1st PA initiative, Governor Tom Corbett announced today that TruBridge, a provider of business and consulting services, has established a facility in Schuylkill County and is projected to create more than 100 new jobs.

PennDOT, State Police Urge Motorists to Steer Clear of Emergency Responders‏

PennDOT and the Pennsylvania State Police today urged motorists to “steer clear” of police,  emergency responders, road crews and tow-truck operators while they carry out their duties.

Schuylkill Musicians: December 2014

Over the last year, I've seen the same topic appear and that is “music is not a competition”. I've heard a number of opinions and views on the topic. It’s true, music is not a competition and people should just be in support of the music and the artist creating it.

Schuylkill United Way is Working to Activate a 2-1-1 Database

The Schuylkill United Way is currently working on 211 system for Schuylkill County.

Former Gilberton Police Chief Says Online Videos Part of Government Plot

Avoid Furnace and Chimney Repair Scams This Winter

Attorney General Kathleen G. Kane warns of furnace and chimney repairs scams this winter and offers tips to consumers

Tower City Woman Charged with Threatening to Kill State Troopers

Tower City Woman Charged with Threatening to Kill State Troopers

Winter Weather Advisory Remains in Effect

Winter Weather Advisory Remains in Effect

Crews at Scene of Structure Fire in North Manheim Township

Just after 2:30pm Tuesday, emergency personnel were called to 142 Dana Street in North Manheim Township for a structure fire.

During Awareness Week, PennDOT Highlights Mature Driver Resources‏

HARRISBURG - With the number of older drivers on the rise in Pennsylvania, PennDOT today marked Older Driver Safety Awareness Week, Dec. 1-5, by highlighting the importance of roadway safety and older driver mobility.

Intermediate Unit 29 Learning Center Moving

The Intermediate Unit 29 Learning Center will be moving in December.

Schuylkill County Early Dismissals for 12/2/14

Early Dismissals for 12/2/14

Winter Weather Advisory Issued for Schuylkill County

WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM TUESDAY TO 7 AM
EST WEDNESDAY...

Four Injured in Rush Township Crash

Around 4:30pm Monday, emergency personnel responded to the intersection of Lincoln Drive and Route 309 in Rush Township for a crash involving two vehicles.