West Nile Virus Detected in Schuylkill County

Last week, the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection announced that the West Nile Virus has been detected in Schuylkill County.

Monday's Schuylkill County Weather Forecast - 08/01/16

Monday's Schuylkill County Weather Forecast - 08/01/16

Schuylkill County Police Log - 08/01/16

Schuylkill County Police Log - 08/01/16

Powerball Grows to Record Jackpot for Saturday Drawing

After nobody hit the Powerball Jackpot this past Wednesday (07/27/16), the winning jackpot has hit record numbers.

Upcoming Schuylkill County Road Work

Upcoming Schuylkill County Road Work

PennDOT Warns Race Fans Travelling Through Schuylkill County to Pocono This Weekend

The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) reminds race fans traveling to Pocono Raceway and others traveling to the Pocono Mountain region this weekend that single lane conditions exist on I-81 northbound and southbound in Schuylkill County between the Lebanon County line and Exit 104 (PA 125).

Police Seek Man Wanted on Drug and Firearms Charges

The Minersville Police are seeking a man who is wanted on Drug and Firearms Charges.

Tribute to Veterans to Take Place at Knoebels Hawaiian Bandshell on Saturday

On Saturday, July 30, the popular Mahoney Brothers 6:00 p.m. show at Knoebels Amusement Resort will include a special feature. The conclusion of the Jukebox Heroes performance at the Hawaiian Bandshell will pay tribute to America’s veterans, including a 99-year-old World War II veteran.

Friday's Schuylkill County Weather Forecast - 07/29/16

Friday's Schuylkill County Weather Forecast - 07/29/16

Police Seek Man for Inappropriate Contact

The Ashland Police Department is asking for the public's help in identifying a man would allegedly had inappropriate contact with a child.

Flood Advisory Issued

The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Advisory for Thursday afternoon and evening for Schuylkill County.

* SMALL STREAM FLOOD ADVISORY FOR...
SOUTHEASTERN SCHUYLKILL COUNTY IN CENTRAL PENNSYLVANIA...

* UNTIL 745 PM EDT

* AT 448 PM EDT...DOPPLER RADAR INDICATED HEAVY RAIN DUE TO
THUNDERSTORMS. THIS WILL CAUSE SMALL STREAM FLOODING IN THE
ADVISORY AREA. UP TO THREE INCHES OF RAIN HAVE ALREADY FALLEN.
ANOTHER INCH OF RAIN IS POSSIBLE IN THE ADVISORY AREA BEFORE THE
THUNDERSTORMS MOVE OUT OF THE REGION.

* SOME LOCATIONS THAT WILL EXPERIENCE FLOODING INCLUDE...
SCHUYLKILL HAVEN...POTTSVILLE...TAMAQUA...ST. CLAIR...RENNINGERS...
PORT CARBON...NEW PHILADELPHIA...ORWIGSBURG...PINE GROVE...
FRIEDENSBURG...SNYDERS...MCKEANSBURG...COALDALE...BROCKTON...
LANDINGVILLE...MIDDLEPORT...SUMMIT STATION...LAKE WYNONAH...
DEER LAKE AND PORT CLINTON.

Thursday's Schuylkill County Weather Forecast - 07/28/16

Thursday's Schuylkill County Weather Forecast - 07/28/16

Schuylkill County Police Log - 07/27/16

Schuylkill County Police Log - 07/27/16

Wednesday's Schuylkill County Weather Forecast - 07/27/16

Wednesday's Schuylkill County Weather Forecast - 07/27/16

Winning Second Tier Pennsylvania Lottery Raffle Ticket Sold in Schuylkill County

One of the Winning Lottery Millionaire Raffle Tickets was sold in Schuylkill County during the July 4th Raffle.

Tuesday's Schuylkill County Weather Forecast - 07/26/16

Tuesday's Schuylkill County Weather Forecast - 07/26/16

Schuylkill County Fair Begins Next Week

The Schuylkill County Fair begins next week.

Outlaw Music Festival to Take Place at Montage Mountain

Willie Nelson & Blackbird Presents are proud to announce the first ever Outlaw Music Festival taking place Sunday, September 18 at Montage Mountain, Scranton, PA. This year’s festival will feature performances by Willie Nelson & Family, Neil Young + Promise of the Real, Sheryl Crow, Chris Robinson Brotherhood, Lee Ann Womack, and Brothers Osborne. Additional performers and special events will be announced in the coming weeks.

Willie Nelson & Blackbird Presents are thrilled to bring the Outlaw Music Festivals’ top tier talent to The Pavilion at Montage Mountain. The picturesque setting and wide variety of festival attractions (including local cuisine, beer, and crafts by local artisans) will provide music fans in the region with an unforgettable festival experience.

Artist fan clubs and Citi® card member pre-sales begin Wednesday, July 27 at 10AM and run through Thursday, July 28 at 10PM. For complete Citi® card member pre-sale details through Citi's Private Pass® Program, visit http://citiprivatepass.com.

Tickets for the general public go on sale Friday, July 29 at 10AM at ticketmaster.com, by phone 800-745-3000, all Ticketmaster outlets and The Montage Mountain Box Office. VIP packages including great seats, premier parking pass, VIP club access and exclusive festival merchandise.

Overnight RV parking will open on Saturday, September 17 at 5PM. Festival day-parking opens Sunday, September 18 at 10AM. Festival gates open at NOON and music performances begin at 1PM. Visit http://outlawmusicfest.com for more details.

“We’re thrilled to be working with Geoff Gordon and the entire Live Nation team to bring this incredible musical experience to fans in Scranton and its surrounding communities,” says Keith Wortman, CEO of Blackbird Presents.


OUTLAW MUSIC FESTIVAL LINE-UP:
Willie Nelson & Family
Neil Young + Promise of the Real
Sheryl Crow
Chris Robinson Brotherhood
Lee Ann Womack
Brothers Osborne

FOR COMPLETE FESTIVAL DETAILS VISIT THE OFFICAL WEBSITE:
http://outlawmusicfest.com

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Schuylkill County

A Severe Thunderstorm Warning has been issued for Schuylkill County Monday Afternoon.

* SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING FOR... 

NORTHERN SCHUYLKILL COUNTY IN CENTRAL PENNSYLVANIA... 

COLUMBIA COUNTY IN CENTRAL PENNSYLVANIA... 

NORTHUMBERLAND COUNTY IN CENTRAL PENNSYLVANIA... 

MONTOUR COUNTY IN CENTRAL PENNSYLVANIA... 

* UNTIL 515 PM EDT. 

* AT 339 PM EDT...SEVERE THUNDERSTORMS WERE LOCATED ALONG A LINE 

EXTENDING FROM NEAR WALLER TO NEAR ALLENWOOD...MOVING SOUTHEAST AT 

30 MPH. 

HAZARD...60 MPH WIND GUSTS AND QUARTER SIZE HAIL. 

SOURCE...RADAR INDICATED. 

IMPACT...HAIL DAMAGE TO VEHICLES IS EXPECTED. EXPECT WIND DAMAGE 

TO ROOFS...SIDING...AND TREES. 

* LOCATIONS IMPACTED INCLUDE... 

NORTHUMBERLAND...SHENANDOAH...TAMAQUA...BERWICK...MILTON...

BLOOMSBURG...SHAMOKIN...SUNBURY...DANVILLE...FRACKVILLE...

KULPMONT...MAHANOY CITY...ASHLAND...MOUNT CARMEL...LEWISBURG... 

RUPERT...MCADOO...MARSHALLTON...RIVERSIDE AND DELAWARE RUN. 

Yuengling's Ice Cream Receives Seal of Approval from Major Food Critic

Yuengling’s Ice Cream’s Cinnamon Churro was granted the SupermarketGuru Hit Product Seal™ by Phil Lempert a.k.a. the SupermarketGuru, one of America’s most trusted food critics.