Schuylkill County Obituaries for 03/11/2017

Schuylkill County Obituaries for 03/11/2017

Winter Storm Watch Issued for Schuylkill County

The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Watch ahead of this week's storm.

Schuylkill County Road Work Scheduled for Next Week

Schuylkill County Road Work Scheduled for Next Week

Interstate 81 Road Work Scheduled for This Week

Interstate 81 Road Work Scheduled for This Week

PIAA High School Basketball Playoff Scores - 03/10/17

PIAA High School Basketball Playoff Scores - 03/10/17

Schuylkill County Obituaries for 03/10/17

Schuylkill County Obituaries for 03/10/17

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 03/10/2017

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 03/10/2017

Police Looking for Stolen Vehicle

Police are looking for a vehicle that was stolen Friday morning.

Schuylkill County School Delays and Closings - 03/10/17

Schuylkill County School Delays and Closings - 03/10/17

Demolition Begins on Old Brewery; Work to Continue Through Weekend

The Demolition of the old Kaier's Brewery, Mahanoy City, began Thursday.

Two Injured in Crash in Mall Parking Lot on Wednesday

Two people were injured in a 3 vehicle crash on Wednesday in a mall parking lot.

Man Accused of Innappropriate Sexual Contact with Teen Last Year

A man, who is accused of have inappropriate sexual contact with a 13 year old girl, is locked up in Schuylkill County Prison.

Winter Weather Advisory Issued for Early Friday Morning

(03/09/2017) The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for early Friday morning.

Governor Wolf Announces PennDOT Effort to Help Combat Human Trafficking

In an effort to help combat human trafficking, Governor Wolf announced that the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation is training its front line Driver License Center staff to notice signs of a potential trafficking situation.

Schuylkill County Treasurer Reminds Dog Owners that Dog Licenses are Now Past Due

Treasurer Linda Marchalk reminds all Schuylkill County dog owners that 2017 dog licenses are now past due.

One Person Dies in Tuesday Evening Fire

One died in a Tuesday evening fire in Upper Mahantango Township

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 03/08/2017

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 03/08/2017

Drug Transaction Leads to Three Being Charged for Death of Woman Last Year

Three people have been charged after an investigation into the death of a woman last year.

Possible Building Collapse Displaces Families and Closes Streets in Mahanoy City

A building on the verge of collapsing prompted officials to close streets and evacuate homes Tuesday.

Streets Closed, Child Development Evacuated After Building Begins to Collapse

Midday Tuesday, streets were closed and child development evacuated after a building began to collapse in Mahanoy City.

On Tuesday, crews began to tear down the old Kaier's Brewery, on North Main Street in Mahanoy City when it began to crumble throwing debris into the streets.

Currently Park Place Road, Route 339 North and South and North Main Street are closed.

The Child Development nearby has been evacuated.  Parents may pick up their children at the Mahanoy City High Rise.


Residents in the area are reported be evacuated from their homes as well.

More details when they are available.

 

PIAA High School Basketball Playoff Schedule - Round 1

PIAA High School Basketball Playoff Schedule - Round 1

Police Issue Advisory to Warn Residents About Phone Scam

Police are alerting residents of a phone scam that was reported in our area.

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 03/07/2017

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 03/07/2017

Police Investigating String of Burglaries in Community

Police are investigating a string of burglaries in a home development in Schuylkill County.

Luke Bryan Bringing Tour Back to Hersheypark Stadium This Summer

Luke Bryan will be bringing his Huntin’, Fishin’, And Lovin’ Every Day Tour to Hersheypark Stadium on Friday, June 23rd at 7 PM.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for 03/06/17

Schuylkill County Obituaries for 03/06/17

Man In Custody After Assault; Victim Flown

A man is in custody after an incident involving an assault and the victim being flown to the hospital.

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 03/06/2017

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 03/06/2017

Overnight Fire Damages Home

An overnight fire damaged a home in Gilberton.

Register for the 3rd Annual Anthracite Basketball Clinic

Back by popular demand the 3rd Annual Coach Rizzo's Anthracite Skills and Drills Clinic.

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 03/05/2017

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 03/05/2017

Emergency Personnel Responding to Working Commercial Fire

(03/04/17) Emergency personnel were called to a working commercial fire Saturday evening.

Tips on Driving Through a Dangerous Snow Squall or Whiteout Conditions

After Friday afternoon's 32 vehicle crash on Interstate 81, here are some tips from PennDOT if you get caught driving through a dangerous snow squall or whiteout conditions.

Upcoming Schuylkill County Road Work

Upcoming Schuylkill County Road Work

Man Charged With Endangering Children While Driving Under the Influence and Possessing Drugs

A traffic stop led to a man being charged for endangering children while driving under the influence and being in possession of drugs.

Hazleton Man Dies in Multi Vehicle Crash on Interstate 81

Photo Courtesy of Schuylkill County Firewire

A Hazleton man died in a multi-vehicle crash that occurred on Interstate 81 Friday afternoon.

District XI High School Basketball Championship Scores - 03/03/17

District XI High School Basketball Championship Scores - 03/03/17

Dozens of Vehicles Involved in Interstate 81 Crash Friday Afternoon

Photo Courtesy of Schuylkill County Firewire

Dozens of  vehicles were involved in a multi-vehicle crash Friday afternoon.

Methamphetamine Found During Search

The West Mahanoy Township Police Department has charged three individuals after an incident on February 15th, 2017 at a local motel. 

Multi Vehicle Accident Reported on Interstate 81 Friday Afternoon

Around 3:40 pm, Friday afternoon, emergency personnel were called to the northbound lanes of Interstate 81 near Milemarker 135 for a multi vehicle accident.

Snow Squalls Impacting Schuylkill County Friday Afternoon

(03/03/17) Snow squalls will be crossing Schuylkill County Friday afternoon and could impact travel.

District XI High School Basketball Championship Scores - 03/02/17

District XI High School Basketball Championship Scores - 03/02/17

Schuylkill County Police Log for 03/02/17

Schuylkill County Police Log for 03/02/17

Police Investigating Online Threats Made to Judge

The Pennsylvania State Police are investigating online threats that were made to a Schuylkill County Judge.

Report Shows State Could Save Money on Overtime Spending Within Dept. of Corrections

A report requested by Senator David G. Argall (R-Schuylkill/Berks) shows the state could save considerable tax dollars on its overtime spending within the Department of Corrections.

Wind Advisory Issued for Pennsylvania Overnight

(03/01/17)  A wind advisory has been issued by the National Weather Service for the entire state of Pennsylvania overnight.

District XI High School Basketball Playoff Scores - 03/01/17

District XI High School Basketball Playoff Scores - 03/01/17

Group Using Social Media to Get Chick Fil A Back in Schuylkill County

Chick Fil A has a lot of fans around the country, many of which are in Schuylkill County.  But since the location in Schuylkill County closed, a group of friends are using social media to get one back in the area.

Heavy Rain and Hail Expected With Strong Storms Wednesday Afternoon

Submitted Photo of Hail and Heavy Rain from
Saturday's Storm

Heavy rain with hail is expected when storms roll through Schuylkill County Wednesday afternoon.

FYE Announces Liquidation Sale and Another Store Leaving Schuylkill Mall

More signs of change began Tuesday at the Schuylkill Mall.

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 03/01/2017

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 03/01/2017