Video of Auction for the First Ride on Knoebels Impulse

Quick video of the auction that took place on Saturday for the first ride on Knoebels Impulse

DEP Awards Environmental Education Grants

The Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) today awarded $304,137 in environmental education grants to 110 schools, universities, non-profit organizations, and conservation districts across Pennsylvania.

Harley Davidson Recalls 46,000 Motorcycles

Harley Davidson is recalling 46,000 of it's motorcycles due to a clutch issue.

Sheppton Man Facing Drug Charges

A Sheppton Man is facing drug charges after an arrest Sunday evening.

Schuylkill County Man Spends Month in Jail Posing as Brother

An Ashland man spent a month in Northumberland County jail posing as his brother.


According to Pennlive.com, Brian Dietrick, 44, of Ashland was pulled over for a minor traffic violation and claimed to his brother Lewis.

He claimed to be his older brother Lewis, 49, who was wanted for failing to pay court costs.

Northumberland County District Attorney Ann Targonski speculates since Brian Dietrick was wanted on drug and other charges in several counties including Northumberland, he decided to assume his brother's identity because of the lesser charge against him.

Brian had spent the month in jail until Lewis had learned of his brother's arrest and contacted Shenandoah police last week.

Full story from Pennlive.com
http://www.pennlive.com/midstate/index.ssf/2015/04/schuylkill_county_man_voluntar.html

Two from Schuylkill County Facing Drug Charges After West Hazleton Traffic Stop

Barnesville duo facing drug charges after traffic stop.

District Attorney's Office Seeking Woman on Outstanding Bench Warrant

Schuylkill County District Attorney Christine Holman and the Schuylkill County Detectives are seeking the public’s assistance in locating Sally Jane Hartung.

Schuylkill County Road Work Scheduled for This Week

Schuylkill County Road Work Scheduled for This Week

Fire Destroys Home in West Penn Township Overnight

Photo from TamaquaArea.com

As of 4:30am, emergency personnel were still on scene of a large house in West Penn Township.

Knoebels' Impulse to Open Saturday

Photo of Impulse earlier during construction

Just after 2:00am, Knoebels announced that Knoebels' new rollercoaster have it's grand opening Saturday.

Crews at the Scene of Working House Fire in West Penn Township

Around 10:45pm Friday, emergency personnel were called to 365 Mush Dahl Road in West Penn Township for a working house fire.

District Attorney's Office Investigating Alleged Incident Between Teacher and Student

More details have come available regarding the teacher/student incident at North Schuylkill.

Man Suspected of Bath Salt Use After Resisting Arrest

A man is facing charges after resisting arrest in Shenandoah.

Two Injured; One Flown from ATV Crash

Around 6pm Thursday, emergency personnel were called to 99 Caroline Ave. Saint Clair for an ATV crash.

TRAFFIC ALERT: Motor Vehicle Accident on Route 61 near Saint Clair

An accident is currently causing traffic problems at the traffic light at Wal-Mart near Saint Clair.

We have very few details on the crash but a vehicle is currently on it's side in the middle of the intersection.

Update (4:15pm) - Road is clear.

Route 61 north at Wal-Mart Saint clair vehicle rollover
Posted by Schuylkill County Police Activity on Thursday, April 23, 2015

Scheduled Interstate 81 Road Work for Schuylkill County

Scheduled Interstate 81 Road Work for Schuylkill County

State Legislators Plan Shredding Event for the Public

State Legislators from Schuylkill and Berks Counties are planning a free shredding event.

School District Investigating Teacher / Student Incident

The North Schuylkill School District has released the following information regarding an incident with a teacher and a student.

Schuylkill County Police Log 4/22/15

Schuylkill County Police Log 4/22/15

School District Investigating Moldy Bun Report

Tamaqua Area School District is investigating a report that a student has received a moldy bun numerous times in their lunch provided by the school.