Saturday's Schuylkill County Weather Forecast - 09/03/16

Saturday's Schuylkill County Weather Forecast - 09/03/16

Craig Whitmoyer Wins First-Ever Coalcracker 40 At Big Diamond Speedway

Craig Whitmoyer used a late-race restart to score the $1,600 pay day in winning his first-ever Coalcracker 40 for sportsman as Big Diamond Speedway kicked off its Coalcracker Weekend on Leindecker Race Engines Night on Friday night.

Upcoming Schuylkill County Road Work - Week Ending 9/9

Upcoming Schuylkill County Road Work

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Municipality: Rush Twp


ROAD NAME: Interstate 81
BETWEEN: Exit 134 (Delano) AND Exit 138 (PA 309)
Type of Work: Pothole Patching
Work being Done By: PENNDOT Maintenance Forces
Type of Restriction: Daytime
RESTRICTION: Lane restriction in both directions.
START DATE: 09/06/2016 Est. Completion Date: 09/09/2016
Restrictions in Effect (time of day): 7:00 AM To 3:00 PM


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Municipality: Tremont Township


ROAD NAME: Molleystown Road at Interstate 81
Type of Work: Inspection
Work being Done By: PENNDOT Bridge Inspection Forces
Type of Restriction: Daytime
RESTRICTION: Eastbound lane restriction from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM.
Westbound lane restriction from 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM.
Flaggers will be required.
START DATE: 09/08/2016 Est. Completion Date: 09/08/2016
Restrictions in Effect (time of day): 9:00 AM To 3:00 PM
Will Rain Cause Delays? YES


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Municipality: Pine Grove Township


ROAD NAME: PA 443
BETWEEN: Lebanon County Line AND PA 645
Type of Work: Inspection
Work being Done By: PENNDOT Bridge Inspection Forces
Type of Restriction: Daytime
RESTRICTION: Eastbound lane restriction from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM.
Westbound lane restriction from 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM.
Flaggers will be required.
START DATE: 09/09/2016 Est. Completion Date: 09/09/2016
Restrictions in Effect (time of day): 9:00 AM To 3:00 PM
Will Rain Cause Delays? YES


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Municipality: New Castle Twp


ROAD NAME: PA 61
BETWEEN: Frackville Borough AND St. Clair Borough
Type of Work: Paving
Work being Done By: PENNDOT Maintenance Forces
Type of Restriction: Daytime
RESTRICTION: Lane restriction in both directions.
START DATE: 09/06/2016 Est. Completion Date: 09/09/2016
Restrictions in Effect (time of day): 7:00 AM To 3:00 PM
Will Rain Cause Delays? YES


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Municipality: West Penn & Rush Twps.


ROAD NAME: PA 309
BETWEEN: Tamaqua Borough AND Lehigh County Line
Type of Work: Pothole Patching
Work being Done By: PENNDOT Maintenance Forces
Type of Restriction:
RESTRICTION: Lane restriction with flagging.
START DATE: 09/06/2016 Est. Completion Date: 09/09/2016
Restrictions in Effect (time of day): 7:00 AM To 3:00 PM
Will Rain Cause Delays? YES

Schuylkill County High School Football Scores for Week #2

Schuylkill County High School Football Scores for Week #2

High School Football Games Scheduled for Friday, September 2nd, 2016.

Blue Mountain - 43
Hanover Area - 6

Jim Thorpe - 26

Marian Catholic - 21

Schuylkill Haven - 27
Lehighton - 20


Tamaqua - 35
Mahanoy Area - 7


Minersville - 33
Shenandoah Valley - 12


Jenkintown - 38
Nativity BVM - 7


North Schuylkill - 14
Steelton Highspire - 0

Hamburg - 34

Panther Valley - 14

Halifax - 34
Pine Grove - 14

Pottsville - 34
Muhlenberg - 18

Newport - 55
Tri-Valley - 34

Juniata - 35
Williams Valley - 28

Friday's Schuylkill County Weather Forecast - 09/02/16

Friday's Schuylkill County Weather Forecast - 09/02/16

PSP Troopers Targeting DUI, Aggressive Drivers and Speeding Over Holiday Weekend

The Pennsylvania State Police in Troop L (Berks, Lebanon and Schuylkill Counties) will be strictly enforcing violations of the Pennsylvania Vehicle Code over the Labor Day weekend.

Schuylkill County LEPC Kickoff of National Preparedness Month

The Schuylkill County Local Emergency Planning Committee, along with the Schuylkill County Board of Commissioners and the Schuylkill County Emergency Management Agency are pleased to announce the Kick-Off of National Preparedness Month.

Parking and Traffic Restrictions for Pottsville on Sunday

The annual Sol Lipton Half Marathon and 5K races will be held this Sunday, September 4, 2016. Due to this event the following temporary parking and traffic restrictions will be in effect on the date of the event:

Coalcracker Weekend Closes Out 2016 Racing Season At Big Diamond Speedway

It all began in 1979 when Bob Emerich scored the win in the first-ever Coalcracker.

Schuylkill County High School Football Schedule for Week #2

Schuylkill County High School Football Schedule for Week #2

Boil Advisory Lifted

The Mountain Water Authority has lifted the Boli Water Advisory which was put into place last week due to a break in a main water line. The water testing is completed and residents of the authority in Lincoln and Lorberry, Tremont Township, and Keffers, Joliett and Good Springs in Porter Township, Schuylkill County may now use the water directly from the tap.

Pennsylvania Residents and First Responders Warned of Potentially Lethal Heroin Laced with Animal Sedative

Secretary of Health Dr. Karen Murphy and Drug and Alcohol Programs Secretary Gary Tennis have an urgent warning for Pennsylvania residents and first responders that a new type of heroin laced with the drug carfentanil is causing overdoses and deaths in neighboring states and might soon be circulating in the commonwealth.

Church Damaged By Vandals

Minersville Police are asking for public's help in finding who vandalized a church late Wednesday.

Thursday's Schuylkill County Weather Forecast - 09/01/16

Thursday's Schuylkill County Weather Forecast - 09/01/16

Wednesday's Schuylkill County Weather Forecast - 08/31/16

Wednesday's Schuylkill County Weather Forecast - 08/31/16

Schuylkill County High School Football Power Rankings as of Week 1

Schuylkill County Power Rankings as of Week 1 

Skeletal Remains Found Monday

On Monday morning, around 8:30am, a human skull was discovered in a wooded area near 120 Yatesville Road, Mahanoy Township between Shenandoah and Mahanoy City.

Tuesday's Schuylkill County Weather Forecast - 08/30/16

Tuesday's Schuylkill County Weather Forecast - 08/30/16

Woman Charged with Homicide By Vehicle

On Monday, Ashland Borough Police charged Ashley Leibig, of Ashland after an investigation in a crash that killed an elderly man in December of 2015.

Monday's Schuylkill County Weather Forecast - 08/29/16

Monday's Schuylkill County Weather Forecast - 08/29/16

Police Looking for Man Who Beat and Held Woman and Child Captive in Woods for Days

The  Pennsylvania State Police are looking for a man who they say beat a woman in a wooded area of West Mahanoy Township over the weekend.

Collapsing Building Closes Street; Changes Bus Stop Location

A collapsing building has closed a street and moved the location of some bus stops.

Centioles Pizza is Returning

Are the rumors true that Northern Schuylkill County's favorite pizza place is returning?

Sunday's Schuylkill County Weather Forecast - 08/28/16

Sunday's Schuylkill County Weather Forecast - 08/28/16

Police Asking for Help Identifying Individuals

The Minersville Police is requesting public assistance in identifyng the two subjects located within the following photos.

Upcoming Schuylkill County Road Work - Week Ending 09/02/16

Upcoming Schuylkill County Road Work

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Municipality: Butler Twp


ROAD NAME: Dutchtown Road
BETWEEN: PA 901 AND Gordon Road
Type of Work: Other
Work being Done By: PENNDOT Maintenance Forces
Type of Restriction: Daytime
RESTRICTION: Lane restriction with flagging for base repair.
START DATE: 08/29/2016 Est. Completion Date: 09/02/2016
Restrictions in Effect (time of day): 7:00 AM To 3:00 PM
Will Rain Cause Delays? YES


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Municipality: Mahanoy Twp. & Rush Twp


ROAD NAME: Interstate 81
BETWEEN: Exit 124 (PA 61) AND Exit 131 (Mahanoy City)
Type of Work: Pothole Patching
Work being Done By: PENNDOT Maintenance Forces
Type of Restriction: Daytime
RESTRICTION: Lane restriction in both directions for patching work.
START DATE: 08/29/2016 Est. Completion Date: 09/02/2016
Restrictions in Effect (time of day): 7:00 AM To 3:00 PM
Will Rain Cause Delays? YES


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Municipality: East Union Twp


ROAD NAME: PA 339
BETWEEN: PA 924 AND Columbia County Line
Type of Work: Drainage
Work being Done By: PENNDOT Maintenance Forces
Type of Restriction: Daytime
RESTRICTION: Lane restriction with flagging.
START DATE: 08/29/2016 Est. Completion Date: 09/02/2016
Restrictions in Effect (time of day): 7:00 AM To 3:00 PM
Will Rain Cause Delays?


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Municipality: North Manheim Twp.


ROAD NAME: PA 443
BETWEEN: Berne Street AND Center Avenue
Type of Work: Pothole Patching
Work being Done By: PENNDOT Maintenance Forces
Type of Restriction: Daytime
RESTRICTION: Lane restriction with flagging.
START DATE: 08/29/2016 Est. Completion Date: 09/02/2016
Restrictions in Effect (time of day): 7:00 AM To 3:00 PM
Will Rain Cause Delays? YES


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Municipality: E. Brunswick & E. Norwegian Twps.


ROAD NAME: PA 61
BETWEEN: Port Clinton Borough AND City of Pottsville
Type of Work: Brush Cutting
Work being Done By: PENNDOT Maintenance Forces
Type of Restriction: Daytime
RESTRICTION: Lane restriction with flagging in both directions.
START DATE: 08/29/2016 Est. Completion Date: 09/02/2016
Restrictions in Effect (time of day): 7:00 AM To 3:00 PM


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Municipality: Frailey Township


ROAD NAME: Interstate 81
BETWEEN: Exit 107 (US 209) AND Exit 112 (PA 25)
Type of Work: Inspection
Work being Done By: PENNDOT Bridge Inspection Forces
Type of Restriction: Daytime
RESTRICTION: Southbound lane restriction for bridge inspection.
START DATE: 08/31/2016 Est. Completion Date: 08/31/2016
Restrictions in Effect (time of day): 9:00 AM To 12:00 PM
Will Rain Cause Delays? YES


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Municipality: McAdoo Borough


ROAD NAME: PA 309
BETWEEN: Haddock Road AND Church Street
Type of Work: Other
Work being Done By: PENNDOT Contractor
Type of Restriction: Daytime
RESTRICTION: Lane restriction with flagging for test boring work. Please use caution when traveling through area.
START DATE: 08/30/2016 Est. Completion Date: 08/31/2016
Restrictions in Effect (time of day): 9:00 AM To 3:00 PM


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Municipality: Mahanoy Township


ROAD NAME: PA 54
BETWEEN: PA 339 AND Gilberton Road
Type of Work: Inspection
Work being Done By: PENNDOT Bridge Inspection Forces
Type of Restriction: Daytime
RESTRICTION: Lane restriction with flagging for bridge inspection
START DATE: 09/02/2016 Est. Completion Date: 09/02/2016
Restrictions in Effect (time of day): 9:00 AM To 3:00 PM
Will Rain Cause Delays? YES


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Municipality: Butler and Barry Township


ROAD NAME: PA 901
BETWEEN: Deep Creek Road AND Dutchtown Road
Type of Work: Inspection
Work being Done By: PENNDOT Bridge Inspection Forces
Type of Restriction: Daytime
RESTRICTION: Westbound lane restriction with flagging.
START DATE: 09/01/2016 Est. Completion Date: 09/01/2016
Restrictions in Effect (time of day): 9:00 AM To 3:00 PM
Will Rain Cause Delays? YES

Schuylkill County High School Football Scores for Week #1

Schuylkill County High School Football Scores for Week #1

Vandals Damage Ashland Youth Football League Field

Overnight Thursday night into Friday morning, someone vandalized the Press Box for the Ashland Black Diamond's Football League.



The vandalism reportedly occurred at Memorial Field in the borough sometime between 8:30pm Thursday night and Friday morning.


The vandalism included breaking into the press box, spray painting obscenities on the walls, and throwing items out the window of the press box.


The Black Diamond's first game of the season is scheduled for Sunday.


Anyone that has information or seen anyone at the field during the listed times is asked to call the Ashland Police Department (570) 875-2600 or Schuylkill County Communications (570) 462-1991.

Coroner Called to Motorcycle Crash Friday Afternoon

(08/26/16)  On Friday afternoon around 1:15pm, emergency personnel were called to 300 Raven Run Road, West Mahanoy Township near Shenandoah for a crash involving a motorcycle.

AMBER ALERT for 3 Year Old from Luzerne County

The Pennsylvania State police have issued an Amber Child Abduction Alert for a 3-year-old girl from Luzerne County.

Schuylkill County High School Football Schedule for Week #1

Schuylkill County High School Football Schedule for Week #1

Big Diamond Speedway to Crown Two Champions Friday Night

On Friday night, Big Diamond Speedway will crown two of its four division champions as the point battle will end for the CJ’s Tire & Automotive Service 358 modifieds and U.S.S. Achey sportsman.

3 Homes Damaged By Fire Thursday Afternoon in Ashland

Three homes were damaged by fire Thursday afternoon.

Fire Crews Called to Reported 2nd Alarm Working Structure Thursday Afternoon

Fire crews have been called to a working structure fire Thursday afternoon.

Man Facing Sexual Assault Charges

According to WNEP, The Pennsylvania State Police arrested a man on Tuesday for sexual assault charges.

Charles Welna, 30, of Shenandoah was charged with statutory sexual assault, child pornography, and sexual abuse of children.

Welna allegedly has been having sex with a 15 year old girl since July.

Welna was arraigned by Magisterial District Judge James Reilly and was committed to Schuylkill County Prison, unable to post $75,000 bail.

Link to WNEP
http://wnep.com/2016/08/24/man-locked-up-for-alleged-sex-assault-on-15-year-old-girl/

Water Boil Advisory Issued

(08/24/2016) A water boil advisory has been issued for parts of Schuylkill County.

Wednesday's Schuylkill County Weather Forecast - 08/24/16

Wednesday's Schuylkill County Weather Forecast - 08/24/16

Police Issue Arrest Warrant for Man Wanted for Assault

Minersville Police have obtained an arrest warrant for Israel Martinez, 19, last known address of 329 Laurel St., Minersville, Pa. Martinez is charged with felony Aggravated Assault and related charges. 

Police Investigating Credit Card Skimming at Gas Station

The Pennsylvania State Police are investigating a credit card skimming incident that occurred at the gas pumps of Moyers Car Care Center Inc., 102 PA-183, Schuylkill Haven, PA 17972.

Tuesday's Schuylkill County Weather Forecast - 08/23/16

Tuesday's Schuylkill County Weather Forecast - 08/23/16

Light Holds On For Fayash Memorial Sportsman Win At Big Diamond Speedway

Shawn Light held off a hard-charging Brian Papiez to claim the 30-lap, $1,570 to win Andy Fayash, Jr., Memorial for the U.S.S. Achey sportsman on Friday night at Big Diamond Speedway.

Sunday's Schuylkill County Weather Forecast - 08/21/16

Sunday's Schuylkill County Weather Forecast - 08/21/16

Upcoming Schuylkill County Road Work - Week Ending 8/26/16

Upcoming Schuylkill County Road Work

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Municipality: North Manheim & South Manheim Twps.


ROAD NAME: Berne Drive
BETWEEN: PA 443 AND PA 895
Type of Work: Drainage
Work being Done By: PENNDOT Maintenance Forces
Type of Restriction: Daytime
RESTRICTION: Lane restriction with flagging for drainage work.
START DATE: 08/22/2016 Est. Completion Date: 08/26/2016
Restrictions in Effect (time of day): 7:00 AM To 3:00 PM
Will Rain Cause Delays?


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Municipality: Butler Twp


ROAD NAME: High Road
BETWEEN: PA 901 AND Northumberland County Line
Type of Work: Other
Work being Done By: PENNDOT Maintenance Forces
Type of Restriction: Daytime
RESTRICTION: Lane restriction with flagging base repair.
START DATE: 08/22/2016 Est. Completion Date: 08/26/2016
Restrictions in Effect (time of day): 7:00 AM To 3:00 PM
Will Rain Cause Delays? YES


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Municipality: E. Brunswick & N. Manheim Twps.


ROAD NAME: PA 61
BETWEEN: Port Clinton Borough AND City of Pottsville
Type of Work: Brush Cutting
Work being Done By: PENNDOT Maintenance Forces
Type of Restriction: Daytime
RESTRICTION: No Restrictions for brush cutting work. Please use caution.
START DATE: 08/22/2016 Est. Completion Date: 08/26/2016
Restrictions in Effect (time of day): 7:00 AM To 3:00 PM
Will Rain Cause Delays?

Woman's Death Considered a Case of of Horrendous Neglect

A woman's death in Mahanoy City is being considered a case of "horrendous" neglect.

Saturday's Schuylkill County Weather Forecast - 08/20/16

Saturday's Schuylkill County Weather Forecast - 08/20/16

Shenandoah Sesquicentennial Celebration Schedule of Events - August 20 – 27, 2016

Shenandoah Sesquicentennial Celebration

Schedule of Events - August 20 – 27, 2016

“Shenandoah Strong – 150 Years Long!”

Schuylkill Police Log 08/19/16

Schuylkill County Police Log 08/19/16

Andy Fayash, Jr., Memorial This Friday For U.S.S. Achey Sportsman At Big Diamond

Big Diamond Speedway swings back into action on Friday for the CJ’s Tire & Automotive Service Night.

IRS Warns Parents About Back to School Scams

The Internal Revenue Service today warned taxpayers against telephone scammers targeting students and parents during the back-to-school season and demanding payments for non-existent taxes, such as the “Federal Student Tax.”

Eight Arrested on Drug Charges During Bust

(08/18/16) - On Thursday, Shenandoah Police, Members of the Schuylkill County Drug Task Force, Schuylkill County Detectives, Schuylkill County Probation/Parole, State Parole and Pennsylvania State Police Fugitive Apprehension Unit participated in warrant sweep and drug bust.

Thursday's Schuylkill County Weather Forecast - 08/18/16

Thursday's Schuylkill County Weather Forecast - 08/18/16