3rd Annual Boilo Contest Scheduled for the Schuylkill County Fair

The Schuylkill County Fair will hold its third annual Boilo Contest (Champaign of the Coal Crackers) on Wednesday, August 3 at 7:30PM in the PA Preferred Culinary Area of the fairgrounds. 

Tuesday's Schuylkill County Weather Forecast - 06/21/16

Tuesday's Schuylkill County Weather Forecast - 06/21/16

"Skook Tales" Coming to the Schuylkill County Fair

Schuylkill County Fair has been chosen from multiple communities in Schuylkill County to be featured in a documentary Series titled; “Skook Tales; Written by You.” 

LCCC To Hold Open Houses

Lehigh Carbon Community College (LCCC) will hold open houses on Tuesday, July 19, from 4 to 7 p.m. at three convenient campus locations in Schnecksville, Allentown and Tamaqua (held off campus at the Tamaqua Community Arts Center at 125 Pine Street, Tamaqua, Pa.). 

Pennsylvania Residents to Receive Refunds from $400 Million Settlement Reached with Apple Over E-book Price-Fixing Lawsuit

HARRISBURG - Attorney General Kathleen G. Kane's office today announced eligible Pennsylvania consumers are expected to receive as much as $16.8 million under a $400 million settlement reached with Apple, Inc. The settlement was reached after the Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General, the U.S. Department of Justice and attorneys general for 32 other states successfully litigated a lawsuit against Apple in federal court.

Multi Vehicle Accident Monday Afternoon

( 06/20/16) One person was flown after a multi-vehicle crash in Pottsville on Monday.

Sunday's Schuylkill County Weather Forecast - 06/19/16

Sunday's Schuylkill County Weather Forecast - 06/19/16

Four Face Drug Charges After Drug Bust; Meth Seized

On Wednesday June 15th, 2016, multiple individuals were arrested and jailed on drug charges and other related offenses.

Manorcare Offering Class for those Interested in Becoming Nurses Aides

ManorCare Health Services - Pottsville is now seeking candidates for their Nurse Aide class which will begin in mid July

Weller Sails To URC Win On Schuylkill Mall Mall Night of Wings At Big Diamond Speedway

MINERSVILLE, PA. -- Josh Weller and Mark Smith put on a spirited battle for the lead in the United Racing Company 25-lap sprint car feature on the Schuylkill Mall Night of Wings at Big Diamond Speedway as Weller would go on to score his first URC win of the year in the lone stop for URC to coal country this year.

Police Investigating Retail Theft

The Rush Township Police Department is investigating a retail theft that occurred on 06/14/16 at approximately 7:03pm at the Hometown Wal-Mart.

Police Investigating Early Saturday Morning Stabbing

Mahanoy City Police are currently investigating a stabbing incident that happened around 1:00am Saturday morning at Club 54, located on Center Street in the Borough.

Saturday's Schuylkill County Weather Forecast - 06/18/16

Saturday's Schuylkill County Weather Forecast - 06/18/16

Two Cited for Disorderly Conduct and Harassment

Ashland Police cited Leroy Arthur, 51 and Kelly McAndrews, 44, both of 927 Walnut Street, Ashland each with one count of Disorderly conduct and Harassment after they were called to 927 Walnut Street at 2:14am for 2 separate disturbances that both created on June 4th, 2016.

Upcoming Schuylkill County Road Work

Upcoming Schuylkill County Road Work

Pennsylvania Wing Fest Coming to Pocono Raceway

LONG POND, Pa. – Pocono Raceway will host the 21st annual Pennsylvania Wing Festival on Saturday, August 13 and will award $4,000 in prizes.

Formerly the Pocono Wing Off, the newly branded festival will begin at 11 a.m. and run until 6 p.m. Rain or shine, the festival will take place in the Chalet Village located behind the grandstands of Pocono Raceway.

The event benefits Monroe County Meals on Wheels which will use the funds to bridge the gap between what their clients can pay and what the meals actually cost to produce and deliver. Monroe County Meals on Wheels serves 230 clients monthly with volunteers collectively driving more than 450 miles a day.

“We are tremendously grateful to Pocono Raceway and its staff for creating the new Pennsylvania Wing Festival to benefit Monroe County Meals on Wheels,” said Monroe County Meals on Wheels Executive Director Heidi Fareri. “Having lost our usual venue and with no suitable replacement, we were on the verge of canceling our wing off. Now, thanks to the commitment and generosity of Pocono Raceway, we can continue to help the elderly and disabled homebound of Monroe County receive nutritious meals and remain independent in their homes.”

Admission to the Pennsylvania Wing Festival is just $10. Event tickets may be purchased in advance, either online at www.poconoraceway.com/wingfest or by calling 1-800-RACEWAY. Tickets will also be available for purchase at the gate on event day. A $5 military discount will be offered and is available in-person with valid identification at the gate or in advance at the Pocono Raceway ticket office. Children under 48 inches are free. Wing tickets will be $1 and available for purchase at the event. Parking at Pocono Raceway is free.

The best wing joints from across the state will compete for bragging rights in addition to hefty prizes. Prizes will be awarded in four categories with $1,000 each going to the winners of hottest wing, best buffalo wing, best alternative wing and chef/VIP choice. Fans will vote on the best buffalo wing and best alternative wing, while judges will select hottest and chef/VIP choice.

Live music and children’s entertainment as well as fun for all ages will be offered. Tickets can be purchased on-line at www.poconoraceway.com/wingfest.

For restaurants interested in participating, or sponsorship opportunities, please contact Christina Rodis-Durst at crd@poconoraceway.com or visit www.poconoraceway.com/wingfest.

Friday's Schuylkill County Weather Forecast - 06/17/16

Friday's Schuylkill County Weather Forecast - 06/17/16

Man Arrested After Pursuit

Photo from Mahanoy City PD

A Barnesville man was arrested Thursday after a pursuit.

Woman Dies in Friday Morning Fire

Just after 8:00am, Friday, emergency personnel were called to 719 North Centre Street, Pottsville, for a working structure fire.

Coroner Called to the Scene of Fire in Pottsville Friday Morning

Just after 8:00am, Friday,  fire crews and emergency personnel were called to the 700 Block of North Center Street, Pottsville, for a working structure fire.