Eleven Charged with Trafficking Heroin in Carbon County

Attorney General Kathleen G. Kane today announced criminal charges have been filed against 11 individuals accused of taking part in a drug trafficking operation allegedly responsible for distributing $1.5 million worth of heroin in Carbon County over a four-month period.

Argall and Holman Teaming Up For Blight Summit

Senator David G. Argall (R-Schuylkill/Berks), Schuylkill County District Attorney Christine Holman and other local officials are teaming up for a forum on Wednesday in Pottsville to discuss strategies to fight blight.

Vehicle Rollover in Gordon Tuesday Morning

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Photo taken by Jackie Babb

On Tuesday morning, emergency personnel were called to 301 Biddle Street, Gordon, for a vehicle rollover.

Candidate Accusing Opponent of Using Taxpayer Money for Campaign Materials

Schuylkill County Register of Wills candidate Kerry Ansbach is accusing his incumbent opponent in the primary election of using taxpayer money for campaign materials.

One Person Flown After Being Struck by Vehicle

One person was flown Monday afternoon after being struck by a vehicle in Ashland.

Red Flag Warning Issued

THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE IN STATE COLLEGE HAS ISSUED A RED FLAG WARNING...WHICH IS IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING. THE FIRE WEATHER WATCH IS NO LONGER IN EFFECT.

County Commissioners Seek Re-Election

On Sunday, Frank Staudenmeier and George Halcovage, officially announced that they will be seeking re-election for Schuylkill County Commissioner.