Schuylkill County Lawmakers Thankful for Work in Keeping SCI-Frackville Open

SCI-Frackville employees, local officials, and legislators were breathing a sigh of relief Thursday morning.

SCI-Frackville to Remain Open; SCI-Pittsburgh to Close

On Thursday morning, an announcement was made regarding the closure and fate of SCI- Frackville.

Auburn Woman Awarded Second Place for Scrapbooking at PSACF

Linda Wolfe of Auburn recently was awarded the coveted second place award for the traditional scrap book at the Pennsylvania State Association of County Fairs held January 18- 22, 2017. The Communications Award for the Scrapbook follows the 2016 Schuylkill County Fair theme, “We Have Good Things Growing. The scrapbook must cover all areas of the fair blending the agricultural, commercial and entertainment aspects of the fair. It included a table of contents and list of Fair officers, with photo identification laid out in an overall creative appearance.

STS Introduces Smart Cards and New Restructured Fare Rate

POTTSVILLE, PA – The Schuylkill Transportation System (STS) will be introducing transit “Smart Cards” along with a more “Simplified Fare Structure” to provide convenience of use and encourage the general public to take a ride on their fixed route bus system.

Schuylkill County High School Basketball Scores - 01/24/17

Schuylkill County High School Basketball Scores - 01/24/17

Police Asking for Help in Package Theft Investigation

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The West Hazleton Police shared a video Wednesday of a package being stolen from a front porch and are now asking for the public's help in identifying who is in the video.

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 01/25/2017

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 01/25/2017

6 Reasons Why SCI-Frackville Should Not Close

On Thursday, January 26, the Pennsylvania Department of Corrections says they will reveal what 2 State Prisons they plan on closing to save budget costs.  Below is why Schuylkill County's SCI-Frackville should not be one of them to close.

Groundhog Day at Sweet Arrow Lake Park

Grover the Groundhog is still cozy and snoozing in his burrow but will emerge at Sweet Arrow Lake County Park on Thursday, February 2, 2017 to make his weather prediction.

Schuylkill County Police Log for 01/25/2017

Schuylkill County Police Log for 01/25/2017

Quick Knock Down of Fire Saves Restaurant

Around 7:00pm, Tuesday evening, emergency personnel were dispatched to a working structure fire at 1305 Long Run Road, Friedensburg.

Legislators present Governor Wolf and Corrections Secretary with Petiton Asking to Keep SCI Frackville Open

Five thousand six hundred and seventy individuals signed petitions to keep the state prison in Frackville open, according to local legislators who spearheaded the effort.

Schuylkill Mall Auctioned Off for $2.1 Million

The auction of the Schuylkill Mall was held Tuesday morning.

Schuylkill County High School Basketball Scores - 01/23/17

Schuylkill County High School Basketball Scores - 01/23/17

Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus is Coming to Wilkes Barre

Prepare to be astonished and amazed by artists who redefine the word extreme in everything they do, magnifying traditional elements of the circus and combining these elements with never-before-seen spectacles, original, fast-paced performances and incredibly hilarious moments. Ringling Bros.® invites families to experience The Greatest Show On Earth™ one last time to see the most extraordinary performers and exotic animals in the ultimate circus spectacle before it permanently closes in May of this year.

Schuylkill County Police Log for 01/24/2017

Schuylkill County Police Log for 01/24/2017

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 01/24/2017

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 01/24/2017

Schuylkill County Obituaries for 01/24/2017

Schuylkill County Obituaries for 01/24/2017

Bleenie and Kielbasy Taster Tees Now Available in our Online Shop

The Bleenie and Kielbasy Taster Tees are back!

Woman Facing Child Endangerment Charges After Kids Left Outside in Bad Weather

A woman his facing child endangerment charges and her 3 kids are in the custody of Children and Youth after they were left outside in bad weather.