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 THE FIRE WEATHER WATCH IS NO LONGER IN EFFECT.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.

Fire Weather Watch Issued for Northeastern Pennsylvania

A Fire Weather Watch has been issued for Northeastern Pennsylvania

UGI Replacement Project to Begin Monday in Pottsville

UGI Utilities, Inc. will begin a natural gas main replacement project in the City of Pottsville beginning Monday, May 4. This project is part of the Company’s multi-year $1.2 billion infrastructure betterment initiative. The focus of this initiative is to replace cast iron and unprotected steel pipelines with facilities made of contemporary materials.

Scheduled Schuylkill County Road Work

Scheduled Schuylkill County Road Work

Interstate 81 Road Work Scheduled for Schuylkill County

Interstate 81 Road Work Scheduled for Schuylkill County

Schuylkill County Police Log for 05/01/15

Schuylkill County Police Log for 05/01/15

Man Injured After Falling From Roof in Ashland

Around 9pm, Thursday evening, police and emergency personnel were called to the 1300 block of Centre Street for a reported man on a roof with a gun.

Schuylkill Health Campus Integration to Revitalize Patient Services

POTTSVILLE, PA -- The future is bright for healthcare services in Schuylkill County. That is the message leaders of Schuylkill Health shared with employees this week discussing changes that are coming to the system. These changes will enhance, improve, streamline and preserve hospital inpatient and outpatient services for our community.

10 Words Only Someone From Schuylkill County Would Understand

10 Words Only Someone From Schuylkill County Would Understand

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Three Arrested on Drug Charges in Girardville

Three were arrested in Girardville Tuesday on drug charges.

Grant to Help Upgrade Fire Departments from Analog to Digital

Wednesday, U.S. Representative Matt Cartwright announced that the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has awarded an Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) to the Citizens Fire Company #1 of Tamaqua. The funds will be distributed via the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).

Three Face Drug Charges After Arrests

Mahanoy City arrested 3 people Wednesday evening and now all three face drug charges.

UPDATE: Driver Identified in Fatal Crash

The driver has been identified from a fatal crash Wednesday afternoon.

Fatal Crash in Tremont Twp.

A crash has turned fatal in Tremont Twp.


Emergency personnel were called to the intersection of Tremont Road and Camp Road in Tremont Twp. around 12:30pm.

Initial calls came in as a motor vehicle accident with entrapment and fire.

We have now learned that one person has died in the crash.

Route 125 was closed for a period of time after the crash.

We will update you as more information is available.

Pennsylvania State Police and PEMA Deployment to Maryland Will Be Begin Later This Week

The Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency (PEMA) and the Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) announced today that Maryland accepted its offer of resources to assist with the State of Emergency currently active in the City of Baltimore. Pennsylvania offered assistance in response to an Emergency Management Assistance Compact (EMAC) request that was put out by Maryland this week.

State Police Seek Megan's Law Fugitive from Schuylkill County

The following was posted by the Pennsylvania State Police

Shenandoah Man Arrested After Fleeing from Police

Shenandoah Man Arrested After Fleeing from Police

Schuylkill County Police Log for 4/28/15

Schuylkill County Police Log for 4/28/15

Pennsylvania State Police Ready to Assist in Baltimore

The Pennsylvania State Police announced Tuesday that they are ready to assist police and National Guard forces in Baltimore if needed.

Coal Region Connections: Lakewood Park

99 YEARS AGO, A GETAWAY FOR THE COAL REGION WORKING CLASS WAS BORN.

Teen in Prison After Assaulting Mother

A Mahanoy Township teen is in prison after assaulting his mother Tuesday morning.

Electrical Fire Causes Brush Fire in Mahanoy Township

An electrical fire has caused a brush fire in Mahanoy Township.

PA State Police Seize Over $16 Million in Drugs in First Quarter

Pennsylvania State Police announced Monday that troopers seized over $16.2 million in heroin, marijuana and other prohibited drugs in the first quarter of 2015.

UPDATE: State Trooper Discharged; Drivers Receive Traffic Citations for Interstate 81 Incident

Update on the State Trooper and drivers involved in Interstate 81 incident where the trooper was struck by a vehicle.

Bald Eagle Shot Near Schuylkill / Carbon County Line

Authorities are reporting that a bald eagle was shot.

Schuylkill County Police Log for 04/27/15

Schuylkill County Police Log for 04/27/15

Yuengling's Ice Cream to Auction Off 1 Millionth Quart‏

In keeping with its promise to give back to the communities it serves, Yuengling’s Ice Cream will hold an online auction of its one millionth quart to come off the production line to benefit the Children’s Cancer Recovery Foundation.

Missing Dog in Frackville

A dog went missing Sunday in Frackville.

FDA Announces Dog Chew Recall

TFH Publications, Inc./Nylabone Products, of Neptune, NJ is recalling one lot of its 1.69 oz. package of the Puppy Starter Kit dog chews, because they have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella.

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.