County Commissioners Announce Upgrade to Radios for First Responders

The Schuylkill County Commissioners announced earlier this week that more than 1,000 new radios will be distributed to volunteer fire companies, EMS, and police.

Drug Charges After Traffic Stop

Mahanoy Twp Police posted the following on their Facebook page regarding a traffic stop Friday.

Teacher Facing DUI Charges After Crash

A Mahanoy Area teacher is facing DUI charges after a Christmas Eve crash, then fleeing the scene.

Charges Filed Against Juvenile for School Threats

The Mahanoy City Police posted the following via their Facebook page Wednesday morning.

Shenandoah Knights of Columbus Donate to Needy

On Tuesday, the Shenandoah Knights of Columbus donated to the needy and to help families have a Christmas dinner.

History of the Schuylkill Mall

History of the Schuylkill Mall and the 91 original tenants listed below

TRAFFIC ALERT: Motor Vehicle Accident on Route 61, Frackville Grade

Just after 1:00pm Tuesday, emergency personnel were called to Deadman's Curve on Route 61 Southbound on the Frackville Grade in Blythe Township.

Wet, Not White, Christmas on the Way

For those of you asking for a White Christmas in 2014, Santa won't be bringing it this year.

Missing Man from Pittsburgh Area

Paul Kochu is a Medical Intensive Care Unit Nurse that went missing from the Southside area of Pittsburgh back on 12/16/14.  He was last know contact was by phone from his home at 1:50am on that day.

Keurig Recall - Safety Notice

Before you give that brand new Keurig to a loved one for Christmas, there's a recall you may want be made aware of.

Donations for Fire Victims

We haven't heard of any drop off locations yet for the Monday night's fire victims in Shenandoah, but we have heard of clothing sizes if you are interested in donating

Reported House Fire in Shenandoah

Around 9:30pm, emergency personnel were called to 131 South Gilbert Street in Shenandoah for a house fire.

Schuylkill County Fire Companies at the Scene of Structure Fire in Lansford

Around 6:30pm, Monday evening, emergency crews were called to 530 East Kline Street, Lansford for a working structure fire.

Six Packs Delivered to Your Home?

Did you know that you can have 6 packs or growlers delivered to your home?

Hazardous Weather Outlook Issued for Schuylkill County

The National Weather Service Issued a Hazardous Weather Outlook for Schuylkill County

Sunday's Fire Calls from Around Schuylkill County - 12/21/14

Below are Sunday's reported fire calls from some of our Schuylkill County Fire Pages.  Please make sure you are logged into Facebook to view the posts below

Coal Regions Connections: The Perfect Pairing of Pasta and Potatoes; Mrs. T's Pierogies

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10 Signs You're Having A Coal Region Christmas

Taco Bell Opens in Saint Clair

The highly anticipated Taco Bell opened in Saint Clair on Friday afternoon.

Man Faces Charges After Driving Wrong Way on Interstate and Crashing

According to Times News, Eric McCann, 25, of Tamaqua, is facing DUI charges after he traveled the wrong way on Interstate 81 and was involved in a crash Wednesday night.

4 Killed in Carbon County Crash

Around 8:30pm, a deadly crash took place on Dairy Road, in Lower Towamensing Township, near Palmerton in Carbon County.

Horse Hurt in Crash

Around 6am, crews were called to Milemarker 136 on Interstate 81 for multiple motor vehicle accidents.

Interstate 81 Road Work Scheduled for Next Week

Interstate 81 Road Work Scheduled for Next Week

Shenandoah Police Investigating Turkey Hill Robbery

The Shenandoah Police are investigating a robbery that took place in the borough on December 9th.

TRAVEL ADVISORY: Icy Road Conditions Friday Morning

Multiple accidents have been reported on Interstate 81 Northbound north of Mahanoy City exit.

Scheduled Schuylkill County Road Work

Scheduled Schuylkill County Road Work

Tips for Receiving Your Holiday Deliveries

In one week we will be celebrating Christmas, but along with the holidays, there are a lot of Grinches out there.

Ashland Hospital Has New Owner

In an article posted by the Republican Herald, a federal bankruptcy judge has approved the sale of the former Saint Catherine Medical Center to the Sovereign Health Group for $550,000

TRAFFIC ALERT: Interstate 81 Shutdown Near McAdoo

Around 11:30pm, Interstate 81 Northbound was shutdown at the McAdoo.

TRAFFIC ALERT: Route 61 Southbound Closed Near Pottsville

As of 2:00pm, Wednesday, Route 61 Southbound is closed at the Pottsville Diner Intersection due to a motor vehicle accident.

10 Charged in PennDOT Corruption Investigation

HARRISBURG - Attorney General Kathleen G. Kane today announced that 10 individuals were charged for their alleged roles in a widespread overbilling scheme that defrauded at least $1.2 million from Pennsylvania taxpayers.

Photos of Kids Who Are Scared of Santa Claus

21 Photos of Kids Who Are Scared to Death of Santa Claus

Suspected Killer Found Dead

The manhunt for suspected killer, Bradley William Stone, has come to an end.

Jordan Brother Releases Christmas Album

Jordan Brother, Frank Jordan, released an new album, this week, just in time for the holidays.

Missing Dog in Saint Clair Area

A dog is missing in the Saint Clair area and the owners are looking for your help.

New Notification System for Mahanoy City Residents

The Mahanoy City Police Dept. has launched a new Community Notification Service called “Nixle” this week to improve communication with people who live, work, and visit our area.

Fuel Oil Spill in Mahanoy City

The Mahanoy City Police Department is reporting that approximately 100 gallons of fuel oil spilled into the borough's sewer system on Monday afternoon.

Man Sought for Deaths of Six People in Montgomery County Monday Morning

Montgomery County Police are searching for Bradley William Stone (picture below).  He is being sought for the deaths of six people in Montgomery County Monday morning.

Pottsville Street Bridge Open to Traffic

The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) today announced the new Pottsville Street Bridge over Mill Creek in Port Carbon Borough, SchuylkillCounty is open to traffic.

Dinner Held to Help Fire Victims

On Sunday, a spaghetti dinner was held to help the victims of last weekends fire.

Coal Region Connection: You Know You're From the Coal Region . . . Holiday/Winter Season Quiz

By: Coal Region Connections

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Eight People Injured in Crash on Route 61

Eight people were injured in a two vehicle crash on Route 61 South, near the Rockwood Center in North Manheim Township Friday afternoon.


A red van was traveling south on Route 61 when a blue Pottsville Area School District SUV pulled out of the center's parking lot, according to the Republican Herald.

Link to Republican Herald.
http://republicanherald.com/eight-injured-in-crash-involving-school-vehicles-1.1801867

Scheduled Interstate 81 Roadwork for Next Week

Scheduled Interstate 81 Roadwork for Next Week

Schuylkill County Road Work Scheduled for Next Week

Schuylkill County Road Work Scheduled for Next Week

Child Found In Cold in Tamaqua

On Monday, around 8:30pm, a 3 year old child was found wandering outside in the cold in the 300 block East Elm Street in Tamaqua.

Snowfall Totals and Images from Thursdays Storm

The unexpected snowfall that hit Schuylkill on Thursday brought some of the highest amounts in the region.  Below are some of the snowfall totals that were reported by the National Weather Service.

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

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

Man Found Not Guilty of Shooting Neighbor

A Shenandoah Heights man was found not guilty of shooting his neighbor back in January of 2014.

Mahanoy Area to Dedicate Gymnasiums to Former Coaches

On December 15th, the Mahanoy Area School District will dedicate their gymnasiums to former coaches Mickey Holland and Joe Alansky.

Orwigsburg Bank Robbery Thursday Afternoon

According to the Republican Herald, Police are investigating a bank robbery that took place at the M&T Bank on West Market Street in Orwigburg on Thursday afternoon.  The robbery reportedly took place just after 1PM.