Luzerne County Man Dies in Weekend Crash

A Luzerne County Man died in a weekend crash in Schuylkill County.

Child Drowns in Knoebels Pool Saturday Afternoon

A child drowned Saturday afternoon in Knoebels Pool.

Schuylkill County Police Log - 07/16/2016

Schuylkill County Police Log - 07/16/2016

Upcoming Schuylkill County Road Work

Upcoming Schuylkill County Road Work

Saturday's Schuylkill County Weather Forecast - 07/16/16

Saturday's Schuylkill County Weather Forecast - 07/16/16

Frackville Cherry Street Commons Project Receives State Support

The Cherry Street Commons project slated for Frackville will receive support from the state, according to Senator David G. Argall (R-Schuylkill/Berks).

Schuylkill County Police Log 07/15/16

Schuylkill County Police Log 07/15/16

Friday's Schuylkill County Weather Forecast - 07/15/16

Friday's Schuylkill County Weather Forecast - 07/15/16

Schuylkill County Little League Scores - 07/15/16

Schuylkill County Little League Scores - 07/15/16

Man Arrested on Drug and Assault Charges

A man is facing drug and assault charges after an incident in Mahanoy City Thursday evening.

Strong Thunderstorms Crossing Schuylkill County Early Thursday Afternoon

(07/14/16) The National Weather Service has issued an alert regarding a strong storm that will impact areas of Schuylkill County Early Afternoon

Thursday's Schuylkill County Weather Forecast - 07/14/16

Thursday's Schuylkill County Weather Forecast - 07/14/16

Crazy 8s On Tap Friday For The Roadrunner Division At Big Diamond Speedway

If Andy Fayash III wants to join his father as a track champion at Big Diamond Speedway, he’ll need a clean night of racing on Friday as the Crazy 8s return for the Savage 61 roadrunner division.

Man Charged for Setting Shenandoah Fire

A Shenandoah man has been charged with setting a fire in Shenandoah last week.

Woman Dies in Lawn Mower Accident

Around 12:45pm, Wednesday, emergency personnel were called to West Penn Township near Tamaqua for a lawn mower accident with entrapment.

Wednesday's Schuylkill County Weather Forecast - 07/13/16

Wednesday's Schuylkill County Weather Forecast - 07/13/16

Comcast Outage Causing Phone Problems

Comcast is reporting a major nationwide outage across the United States leaving many without phone service.

Tuesday's Schuylkill County Weather Forecast - 07/12/16

Tuesday's Schuylkill County Weather Forecast - 07/12/16

Free Art Camp This Saturday

This Saturday, the Walk In Art Center, Schuylkill Haven, is hosting a Free Art Camp from Ages 7 to 13.

How to Revoke Pokemon Go's Access to Your Google Account

On Monday, news broke that if you use the new Pokemon Go mobile app and you are connected to it with your Google Account, you are giving the app "Full Access" to your Google Account and everything connected to it.

Coroner Called to Tuesday Morning Crash

(07/12/16) A Schuylkill County Coroner has been called to a Tuesday Morning crash in St. Clair.

Schuylkill County Police Log 07/11/16

Schuylkill County Police Log 07/11/16

LCCC Offering Pharmacy Tech Training

Lehigh Carbon Community College (LCCC) is offering a comprehensive pharmacy technician course for individuals in the retail, hospital, institutional pharmacy or manufacturing setting. 

Penn State and Schuylkill Chamber Announces Winners of Stine Scholarships

Submitted Photo

The Pennsylvania State University and the Schuylkill Chamber of Commerce recently announced the 2016-2017 winners of the Jim and Peg Stine Scholarships.

Monday's Schuylkill County Weather Forecast - 07/11/16

Monday's Schuylkill County Weather Forecast - 07/11/16

Registration Deadline for Exhibits at Schuylkill County Fair This Friday

Registration deadlines are fast approaching for the Schuylkill County Fair. July 15th is the pre-registration cutoff date for general exhibits. 

Dialed BMX Show Coming to the Schuylkill County Fair

Turn your dial to Thursday evening at the Schuylkill County Fair. Thursday evening on August 4 your will be thrilled with the stunts performed by Dialed BMX Show. 

VonDohren Scores 300th Career Win In $4,000 Stevenson Memorial Triumph

Craig VonDohren scored his first career win at Big Diamond Speedway on Aug. 1, 1980 in a 25-lap sportsman-modified feature.

Police Seeking Male Who Stole SUV from Garage

Police are searching for a male who stole a sports utility vehicle from an area garage earlier this week.

Upcoming Schuylkill County Road Work

Upcoming Schuylkill County Road Work

Sunday's Schuylkill County Weather Forecast - 07/10/16

Sunday's Schuylkill County Weather Forecast - 07/10/16

Saturday's Schuylkill County Weather Forecast - 07/09/16

Saturday's Schuylkill County Weather Forecast - 07/09/16

Police Seeking Owners of Stolen Property

Mahanoy Township and Mahanoy City Police are currently investigating a rash of burglaries that happened in the area.

Police have identified several suspects and charges are pending, but currently seeking owners of some of the property seized below.

Friday's Schuylkill County Weather Forecast - 07/08/16

Friday's Schuylkill County Weather Forecast - 07/08/16

Fire Crews Called to a Working House Fire Late Thursday

Fire crews were called to a working house fire late Thursday.

Schuylkill County Grown Contest

To expand upon the new “Schuylkill Grown” product promotion, the Chamber of Commerce, Ag Committee and the Schuylkill County Fair is excited to announce that the second Schuylkill Grown Cooking Contest will be held during the Schuylkill County Fair. 

500,000 Hoverboards Recalled Due to Fire Hazard

The Consumer Product Safety Commission announced Wednesday that 10 different firms are recalling their hoverboards due to a fire hazard.

Elvis Returning to the Schuylkill County Fair

Shawn Klush will return to the M & T Stage on the Schuylkill County Fairgrounds for two performances Thursday evening August 4. 

Schuylkill County Police Log - 07/07/2016

Schuylkill County Police Log - 07/07/2016

Georgie Stevenson Memorial Friday At Big Diamond

The prestigious B&H Landscaping George-Georgie Stevenson Memorial for the CJ’s Tire & Automotive Services 358 modifieds will take place this Friday after being postponed last week.

The 30-lap feature pays $4,000 to win and $300 to take the green along with the Mark’s Service Center cash dash for the 358 modifieds.

The U.S.S. Achey sportsman feature will pay $1,000 to win while the Savage 61 roadrunners and the Jasen's Automotive Night Street Stock Summer Shootout 30 which pays $1,081 to win and a cash dash will also take place for what is shaping up to be a tremendous night of racing in the coal region.

A great fireworks show is planned for intermission.

Admission for Friday is $25 while kids 12-and-under along with active military with a valid ID are free. The gates open at 5:30 p.m. with warm ups at 7:45 and racing gets underway at 8:15.

If needed, the Stevenson rain date will be July 15. If that date is lost to rain, then the new date would be Sunday, July 17, with the same show. The gates will open at 4, warm ups at 7:15 and racing starting at 7:45.

Georgie Stevenson was a young and avid Big Diamond fan who supported the track along with his family every week. Georgie battled cancer and sadly passed away at the age of 12. He worked hard to raise money for cancer research and at the same time loved the sport of auto racing. The first Georgie Stevenson Memorial event was contested at the speedway in 1980.

Georgie's father, George Stevenson, passed away unexpectedly in 2015. George’s presence at Big Diamond made a significant difference over the decades.

George was a champion for terminally ill kids and he worked tirelessly year-round to raise money and to present it to families to help defray the cost of treatment and expenses brought on by cancer and other life-threatening diseases.

One driver who is looking to pick up a win in the event is longtime modified campaigner Shawn Fitzpatrick, of Pottsville.

"It is always an honor for me to be a part of this event that had such significance and meaning," Fitzpatrick said. "I can't remember a time when George Sr., would walk by me without giving me a hug. He made you feel like the you were the most important person in the world."

This year's Georgie Stevenson Memorial will honor Dustin Rhoads from Wiconisco, PA.

Rhoads began battling stage 2 ductal cancer in 2012. He had a mastectomy in August 2012 followed by eight rounds of chemo. He was thought to be cancer-free for almost three years but on January 6, 2016, he went into the hospital for a routine hip replacement. Doctor came out and told him that they found more cancer. After more scans of his whole body they found out that he now has stage 4 madastsic breast cancer. The cancer is now in the bones.

On June 1, Dustin, who is 40, suffered a severe stroke and he is now paralyzed on his left side. He spent a week in Hershey Medical Center in the ICU Neuroscience unit and was then transported to Penn State Hershey rehabilitation center for intensive therapy.

The doctors have no clue how long he will be there. There will be a 50/50 on Friday to help him out as well as the drivers coming to the grandstands at intermission and taking donations in their helmets.

To keep up with the latest news about Big Diamond Speedway, be sure to like the Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/bigdiamondspeedway and follow the speedway on Twitter, @BigDSpeed

David Cassidy in Concert at the Schuylkill County Fair

David Cassidy will headline the M & T Stage on Saturday night of the 2016 Schuylkill County Fair.

"ID Me" at the Schuylkill County Fair

Sheriff Groody and his staff will be at the Schuylkill County Fair on Tuesday, August 2 to assist with sign your child in the Child I.D. Me Program.

Coal Miner’s Heritage Festival This Weekend

The 9th Annual Coal Miner’s Heritage Festival is set for Sunday July 10, 2016 from 10 AM to 5 PM, on the grounds of the No. 9 Coal Mine and Museum in Lansford, Carbon County. This unique, fun and educational event celebrates northeastern Pennsylvania’s coal region history, culture, art, crafts, food, and music. The event is presented by the No. 9 Coal Mine and Museum in Lansford and draws throngs of people each year to the popular event. Admission to the festival grounds and parking are free.

Schuylkill County Man Reported Missing

(07/09/16) A Schuylkill County man is reported missing and State Police are searching to find him.

Wednesday's Schuylkill County Weather Forecast - 07/06/16

Wednesday's Schuylkill County Weather Forecast - 07/06/16

Schuylkill County Police Log - 07/05/16

Schuylkill County Police Log - 07/05/16

Tuesday Night's Little League All Star Scores - 07/05/16

Tuesday Night's Little League All Star Scores - 07/05/16

Ashland Little League to Receive Grant for Projects

Senator Dave Argall's Office has announced that the Ashland Little League will be receiving a grant through the Commonwealth Financing Authority (CFA) Greenways, Trail and Recreation Program.

Tuesday's Schuylkill County Weather Forecast - 07/05/16

Tuesday's Schuylkill County Weather Forecast - 07/05/16

Open Invitation To Folk And Traditional Artists to Attend An Informational Gathering at The Walk In Art Center

Schuylkill County, PA (June 30, 2016) The Walk In Art Center, 220 Parkway, Schuylkill Haven has applied to The Pennsylvania Council on the Arts to become a regional Folk and Traditional Arts Center for Berks, Carbon and Schuylkill Counties and is reaching out to all folk and traditional artists in the area to help create this center.

Indian Campfire and Stories Scheduled at Sweet Arrow Lake Park

A campfire is scheduled on Saturday July 23, 2016 at 7:00 p.m. at the Waterfall parking lot of Sweet Arrow Lake County Park for a Native American Indian program.

Schuylkill County Police Log - 07/04/16

Schuylkill County Police Log - 07/04/16

Competitive State Grants, Loans to Assist Local Projects

HARRISBURG – The Commonwealth Financing Authority (CFA) approved several competitive grants and loans for projects across Schuylkill County, according to Senator David G. Argall (R-Schuylkill/Berks) and Representatives Neal Goodman (D-Schuylkill) and Mike Tobash (R-Schuylkill/Dauphin).

Monday's Schuylkill County Weather Forecast - 07/04/16

Monday's Schuylkill County Weather Forecast - 07/04/16

Sunday's Schuylkill County Weather Forecast - 07/03/16

Sunday's Schuylkill County Weather Forecast - 07/03/16

Photos and Video from Pottsville's Fireworks Celebration at the Station

Photos and Video from Pottsville's Fireworks Celebration at the Station

(Fireworks by Bixler Pyrotechnics Ashland)

Saturday's Schuylkill County Weather Forecast - 07/02/16

Saturday's Schuylkill County Weather Forecast - 07/02/16

Severe Thunderstorm Watch In Effect Until Friday Evening

The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch until 10:00PM Friday Evening

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Southern Schuylkill County

(07/01/2016) The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Southern Schuylkill County.

Friday's Schuylkill County Weather Forecast - 07/01/16

Friday's Schuylkill County Weather Forecast - 07/01/16

Woman Escapes Naked from Captor in Pottsville

A woman in Pottsville escaped her captor on Tuesday morning.