Thursday, August 16, 2018

Schuylkill County Obituaries for 08/16/18


Schuylkill County Obituaries for 08/16/18

Upcoming Schuylkill County Road Work


Upcoming Schuylkill County Road Work

"Pottsville on Tap" to Celebrate History and Culture of Pottsville

Celebrate the history and culture of Pottsville with music, beer, ethnic foods, crafters and more!

Pottsville Police Arrest Man Wanted for Firing a Gun in the City

A Pottsville man was arrested on Wednesday after being wanted for a gun incident in the city earlier this month.

Showers and Tetanus Shots Being Offered to Port Carbon Residents Affected by Flood

The borough of Port Carbon announced Thursday morning that they have arranged somewhere to shower and free tetanus shots for anyone affected by the flood.

Pottsville Police Announce Parking and Traffic Restrictions for Saturday's Cruise

The Pottsville Police have announced parking and traffic restrictions ahead of Saturday's Cruise event.

Over 200 Homes Without Power in Gilberton Thursday Morning

As of 9:40am, over 200 homes are without power in Gilberton Thursday morning.

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 08/16/18


Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 08/16/18

Wednesday, August 15, 2018

Charges Filed Against McAdoo Man for Fleeing Police in North Union Township

A McAdoo man is facing charges after fleeing police in North Union Township.

Schuylkill County Emergency Management Launches Page to Help Those With Flood Recovery

On Wedneday, Schuylkill County Emergency Management launched a page on their web site to help those find the information they need during their recovery from the flood.

The “Prelude to the Coalcracker” 35-Lap, $4000 to win for the Modifieds highlights this Friday at Big Diamond Speedway


With the season winding down quickly at Big Diamond Speedway, this Friday night August 17th the annual “Prelude to the Coalcracker” race is set to hit the speedway. This traditional race is one the fans always look forward each and every year as it usually brings in some outsiders to give them a chance to prep their cars for the $10,000 to win “Jack Rich” Coalcracker race coming up on Sunday September 2nd.

State of Emergency Lifted in Pottsville

On Wednesday morning, Pottsville City officials lifted the State of Emergency that has been in place since Monday.

PA Attorney General Reveals List of Catholic Priests Involved in Sexual Abuse Investigation; Including Some That Served in Schuylkill County

The list of Catholic Priests who were involved in a sexual abuse investigation statewide revealed those who served in Schuylkill County.

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 08/15/18


Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 08/15/18

Schuylkill County Obituaries for 08/14/18


Schuylkill County Obituaries for 08/14/18

Tuesday, August 14, 2018

New Wineries, New Entertainment Featured at 10th Annual Schuylkill County Wine Festival

HEGINS – The Hegins Park and the wine festival committee is gearing up for their 10th annual Schuylkill County Wine Festival on Sunday, September 2, 2018.

Tuscarora State Park Beach Closed to Swimming Due to Flooding and High Bacteria Levels

The beach at Tuscarora State Park is closed until further notice due to flooding and high levels of bacteria.

Schuylkill County Road Updates: 08/14/18 @ Noon

Schuylkill County Road Closures and Openings as of Noon on Tuesday, August 14, 2018.

Schuylkill County Road Closure Update: Tuesday Morning

PennDOT has provided an update on road closures in Schuylkill County as of 8:30am, Tuesday.

Flood Watch Remains in Effect for Schuylkill County Until Late Tuesday

A Flood Watch from the National Weather Service remains in effect for Schuylkill County until late Tuesday.