One Injured in Afternoon Fire in Ryan Township

One person was flown due to their injuries after a fire Friday afternoon.

Woman Facing Animal Cruelty Charges for Shooting Roosters in Borough

Ashland Borough Police have charged a woman for allegedly shooting and killing two roosters earlier this month.

Gerber Voluntarily Recalling Some Organic Pouch Products

Gerber Products Company is voluntarily recalling specific Organic pouch products after identifying a packaging defect that may result in product spoilage during transport and handling. Because of our commitment to high quality, Gerber is working to retrieve from retailers and online stores the remaining pouches from the four affected batches of GERBER® Organic 2ND FOOD pouches that fail to meet our quality standards. We are offering replacement coupons for consumers who purchased the following products:

GERBER® Organic 2ND FOODS® Pouches –Pears, Carrots & Peas, 3.5 ounce pouch

UPC 15000074319

Best By dates/batch codes
12JUL2016 51945335XX
13JUL 2016 51955335XX

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GERBER® Organic 2ND FOODS® Pouches- Carrots, Apples and Mangoes, 3.5 ounce pouch

UPC 15000074395

Best By dates/batch codes
JUL132016 51955335XX
JUL142016 51965335XX

This recall does not impact any other Gerber pouches, other Gerber products or any Gerber products outside of the US.

Consumers may notice that, in some cases, the pouches are bloated and product inside may have an off taste or odor. There have been three consumer reports of temporary gastrointestinal symptoms, however, we have been unable to confirm that these are related to the product. Consumers should not use the product, since it does not meet our high quality standards.

The products were distributed at U.S. retailers nationwide and through on-line stores. Consumers who purchased pouches with the above UPCs, batch codes and expiration dates are encouraged to contact the Gerber Parents Resource Center at 1-800-706-0556 anytime day or night for a replacement coupon.

Woman Facing Drug Charges After Traffic Stop

Mahanoy Township Police arrested Aprilann Tovar during a traffic stop Thursday.

Thursday's Schuylkill County Weather Forecast - 03/24/16

Thursday's Schuylkill County Weather Forecast - 03/24/16

Thursday Night - Cloudy with rain overnight - Low near 50

Friday - Morning Showers, Cloudy - High in the Low 60's

Saturday - Sunny - High in the Upper 50's

Sunday - Sunny - High near 60

Monday - Cloudy with Thunderstorms Possible - High in the Mid 50's

Tuesday - Cloudy - High near 50

Intruder Makes Himself at Home, Uses Bathroom, Watches TV

An intruder made himself at home in Coaldale.

Man and Woman Charged for Scattering Rubbish

An Ashland man and woman were charged with scattering rubbish in the borough.

Early Morning Fire Damages 4 Homes in Tamaqua

An early morning fire damaged 4 homes in Tamaqua.

Crews at the Scene of an Early Morning Working Structure Fire

Crews are at the scene of a working structure fire in Tamaqua.

Schuylkill County Man Charged with Arson for 2014 Fire in Harrisburg

A Schuylkill County man has been charged with arson for a 2014 fire.

Community Honors Iraq War Veteran

On Wednesday, a community gathered to remember and help a family deal with the loss of a father and hero.

Richard G. "Rick" Lynn, 30, of Frackville passed away unexpectedly this past Saturday.  Lynn, who entered the army after graduated high school, served in Iraq and received the Army Commendation Medal, Good Conduct Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal, Army Service Ribbon and Overseas Service Ribbon.

On Wednesday, the community gathered to show their respect by waving flags and lined Frackville's South Lehigh Ave while The Patriot Guard Riders led the procession from the Frackville American Legion to Fort Indiantown Gap.

Police Investigating Retail Theft

The Rush Township Police Department is investigating a retail theft that occurred at Wal-Mart in Hometown.

The theft occurred on March 22nd, 2016 at 5:49PM. 

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Rush Township Police at 570-668-4242.  All information will remain anonymous.

The Rush Township Police Department is investigating a retail theft that occurred at Wal Mart in Hometown. The theft...
Posted by Rush Township Police Department on Wednesday, March 23, 2016

LCCC Tamaqua Offers Summer 2016 Credit Course Taught by Senator Argall

Schnecksville, Pa., March 22, 2016 – Lehigh Carbon Community College (LCCC) will offer a 10-week summer credit class at its Tamaqua campus with Senator Dave Argall as the instructor. State and local government course PSC 142 runs May 23 through Aug. 10, from 5:45 to 9:45 p.m. at LCCC’s Morgan Center.

This is a great opportunity for students to learn of the application of the course content to our Pennsylvania government system by local resident Argall, who has a significant amount of experience as a state representative as well as with his role now as senator.

Registration for summer 2016 courses is now open. For more information about LCCC’s credit classes or any of the programs being offered, or to register, visit www.lccc.edu or call 610-799-1575.

Road Closed Due to Water Main Break

Water Main Break reported near Mahanoy City.


According to officials, there is a major water main break on Parkplace Rd, near Mahanoy City.

Residents may experience no water or low water pressure. 

Park Place Road will be closed until further notice.

UPDATE:  8:15PM - Road is open with lane restrictions.  Water is on, break has been isolated.

MAHANOY CITY PD: Major water main break on Parkplace Rd Residents may experience no water or low water pressure. Park Pl., Road will be closed
Posted by Skook News on Tuesday, March 22, 2016

North Schuylkill Elementary Spring Fling Auction Scheduled

Photo from Last Year's Event

The Annual North Schuylkill Elementary Chinese Auction will held April 16th (10am-5pm) & 17th (12-3pm)!

Remembering An Iraq War Veteran

REMEMBER IRAQ WAR VETERAN RICK LYNN BY WAVING A FLAG IN FRACKVILLE THIS WEDNESDAY...

Tuesday's Schuylkill County Weather Forecast - 03/22/16

Tuesday's Schuylkill County Weather Forecast - 03/22/16

Tuesday Night - Cloudy - Low in the Mid 40's

Wednesday - Cloudy - High near 60

Thursday - Clouds and Sun, Showers in the Evening - High in the near 70

Friday - Morning Showers, Clearing in the afternoon - High in the Mid 50's

Saturday - Sunny - High in the Lower 50's

Sunday - Sunny - High near 60

10 Facts You May Not Have Known About Pennsylvania

10 Facts You May Not Have Known About Pennsylvania

TAMAQUA AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE ANNUAL TROUT DERBY 2016

TAMAQUA AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE ANNUAL TROUT DERBY 2016

APRIL 23, 2016 AT 10:00AM THROUGH JUNE 20, 2016 AT 5:00PM

LITTLE SCHUYLKILL RIVER, TAMAQUA

ENTRY FEE: $10.00 per angler – MUST BE PRE-REGISTERED

GRAND PRIZE: 3 day 2 night stay at Caiger’s Resort, 1000 Islands, Canada

OTHER PRIZES TO BE ANNOUNCED

DETAILS:

This contest is open to all anglers under 16 years old, and any anglers 16 years old and older in possession of a valid Pennsylvania fishing license and trout stamp.

Tagged fish will determine prize. Entry fee $10.00 per angler.

Registration and information is available at the Tamaqua Area Chamber of Commerce office, and Tom’s Auto & Marine, 250 S Greenwood St. Tamaqua, Pa. 18252.

Pre-registration may be made prior to the derby date and up until 10am the day of the derby (April 23, 2016). Registration will also be available across from All American Jeep at the north end of Tamaqua along route 309, the day of the derby.

Each participant must be pre-registered to enter the derby. All trout must be legally and fairly caught.

Any evidence of tampering with the fish or violation of the rules will result in disqualification.

All anglers must comply with the laws set forth by the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission.

Sponsors will not be responsible for accidents or injuries.

Eligibility of trout in question will be at the discretion of the derby judges. Their decision will be final.

Derby dates-Starting date April 23, 2016 10 am. Ending date- June 20, 2016 5pm. All fish must be presented for awards by June 20, 2016 5pm.

Winning Millionaire Lottery Ticket Sold Near McAdoo

Middletown, PA – Pennsylvania Lottery retailers in Blair, Carbon, Franklin and Venango counties sold the four $1 million top-prize winning tickets for the St. Patrick’s Day Millionaire Raffle drawing on March 19. Second-tier winning tickets worth $100,000 were sold in Dauphin, Luzerne, Montgomery and Northumberland counties.

The game awarded a total of $5,089,200 to thousands of winners across the state.

The four $1 million top-prize raffle ticket numbers selected were: 00064525, 00121846, 00187015, and 00291226.

The selling locations, listed in no particular order, will each receive a $5,000 selling bonus:

• Sheetz, 8711 Woodbury Pike, East Freedom, Blair County;
• Tresckow Super Food, 6 S. Walnut St., Tresckow, Carbon County;
• Bill’s Kwik Chek Market, 816 Lincoln Way West, Chambersburg, Franklin County; and
• Giant Eagle, 200 Sugarcreek Town Center, Franklin, Venango County.

The four $100,000 second-tier prize raffle ticket numbers selected were: 00023678, 0058112, 00115824, and 00165025.

The selling locations, listed in no particular order, will each receive a $500 bonus:

• 7-Eleven, 4811 Derry St., Harrisburg, Dauphin County; and
• Valley Mart, 240 S. River St., Plains, Luzerne County;
• Wawa, 535 Horsham Road, Horsham, Montgomery County.
• Turbotville Great Valu, 4680 State Route 54, Turbotville, Northumberland County;

A total of 6,000 winning numbers were randomly selected from a range of 309,639 tickets that were sold between January 11 and 8 p.m. on March 19. The Millionaire Raffle also awarded 100 prizes of $1,000 and 5,892 prizes of $100.

Winners cannot be identified until the prizes are claimed and the tickets are validated. Millionaire Raffle winners have one year from the drawing date to claim prizes.

Each $1 million top prize must be claimed by presenting a winning ticket at Pennsylvania Lottery headquarters in Middletown, Dauphin County, or at any of the Lottery’s seven area offices. Claims may be filed Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Lottery headquarters and from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at area offices.

Claims for the four $100,000 prizes can be filed at any of the Lottery’s seven area offices or at a Pennsylvania Lottery retailer. Millionaire Raffle tickets worth $1,000 and $100 can be claimed at Lottery retailers.

A complete list of all 6,000 winning raffle ticket numbers is available at Lottery retail locations and at www.palottery.com. Winning raffle ticket numbers are listed on the website by prize category. In addition, every Lottery retailer has a ticket checker allowing players to scan their own tickets to learn if they have won a prize. Players should check every ticket, every time.

As a bonus, VIP Players Club members can enter all 2016 St. Patrick’s Day Millionaire Raffle tickets (winning or non-winning) into the Lots O’ Cash Second-Chance Drawing. The entry deadline is 11:59:59 p.m. on March 24, 2016. Find prize details, rules and enter online only at palottery.com or via the official mobile app.

Millionaire Raffle was launched in 2005.

About the Pennsylvania Lottery: The Pennsylvania Lottery remains the only state lottery that designates all its proceeds to programs that benefit older residents. Since its inception in 1971, the Pennsylvania Lottery has contributed more than $25.8 billion to programs that include property tax and rent rebates; free transit and reduced-fare shared rides; the low-cost prescription drug programs PACE and PACENET; long-term living services; and the 52 Area Agencies on Aging, including full- and part-time senior centers throughout the state.

The Pennsylvania Lottery reminds players to check every ticket, every time. Players must be 18 or older. Please play responsibly. For help with a gambling problem, call 1-800-848-1880.

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