Saturday, June 22, 2019

Man Wanted on Warrants Found Hiding Wearing Woman's Wig

A man that was wanted on warrants in various counties was found hiding wearing a woman's wig.

Schuylkill County Road Work Scheduled for This Week


Upcoming Schuylkill County Road Work
(Week of June 24, 2019 through June 28, 2019)
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Butler and New Castle Townships
Road name: Interstate 81
Between: Highridge Park Road (Exit 119) and PA 61 (Exit 124)
Type of work: Construction
Work being done by: PennDOT Contractor
Type of restriction: 24 Hours
Restriction: Lane restriction northbound 7 PM Friday through 12 PM Friday.
Lane restriction southbound from 10 PM Sunday to 10 Thursday.
Expect delays and use caution when driving.
Start date: 6/23/19
Est completion date: 6/28/19
Restrictions in effect (time of day): 07:00 PM To 12:00 PM
Will rain cause delays? Yes

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Frailey TownshipRoad name: Interstate 81 North
Between: Exit 104 (PA 125) and Exit 112 (PA 25)
Type of work: Construction
Work being done by: PennDOT Contractor
Type of restriction: Sporadic
Restriction: Various lane restriction daily. Expect delays and please use caution driving through the work zone.
Start date: 6/21/19
Est completion date: 6/30/19
Restrictions in effect (time of day): 06:00 AM To 06:00 PM
Will rain cause delays? Yes

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Multiple TownshipsRoad name: Interstate 81
Between: Lebanon Countyv Line and Luzerne County Line
Type of work: Other
Work being done by: PennDOT Contractor
Type of restriction: Daytime
Restriction: Intermittent lane closures for slow moving herbicide spraying operation. Please use caution while driving.
Start date: 6/24/19
Est completion date: 6/28/19
Restrictions in effect (time of day): 07:00 AM To 04:00 PM
Will rain cause delays? Yes

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Ryan / Schuylkill TownshipRoad name: Brockton Mountain Road
Between: Burma Road and US 209
Type of work: Pothole Patching
Work being done by: PennDOT Maintenance Forces
Type of restriction: Daytime
Restriction: Flagging. Please use caution when driving.
Start date: 6/24/19
Est completion date: 6/28/19
Restrictions in effect (time of day): 07:00 AM To 03:00 PM
Will rain cause delays? No

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North Union TownshipRoad name: Red Ridge Road
Between: Ringtown and Nuremberg
Type of work: Pothole Patching
Work being done by: PennDOT Maintenance Forces
Type of restriction: Daytime
Restriction: Flagging. Please use caution when driving.
Start date: 6/24/19
Est completion date: 6/28/19
Restrictions in effect (time of day): 07:00 AM To 03:00 PM
Will rain cause delays? No

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Mahanoy / Kline / Delano TownshipsRoad name: Interstate 81
Between: Exit 124 (PA 61) and Luzerne County Line
Type of work: Other
Work being done by: PennDOT Maintenance Forces
Type of restriction: Daytime
Restriction: No restriction. Use caution when driving.
Start date: 6/24/19
Est completion date: 6/28/19
Restrictions in effect (time of day): 07:00 AM To 03:00 PM
Will rain cause delays? No
Change/Update: Sweeping Bridges

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Ryan / Rush TownshipRoad name: Fairview Street / Ben Titus Road
Between: PA 54 and PA 309
Type of work: Pothole Patching
Work being done by: PennDOT Maintenance Forces
Type of restriction: Daytime
Restriction: Flagging. Anticipate delays and please use caution when driving.
Start date: 6/24/19
Est completion date: 6/28/19
Restrictions in effect (time of day): 07:00 AM To 03:00 PM
Will rain cause delays? No

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North / South Manheim TownshipRoad name: PA 61
Between: Molino and Borough of St. Clair
Type of work: Pothole Patching
Work being done by: PennDOT Maintenance Forces
Type of restriction: Daytime
Restriction: Lane Closures. Please use caution when driving.
Start date: 6/24/19
Est completion date: 6/28/19
Restrictions in effect (time of day): 07:00 AM To 03:00 PM
Will rain cause delays? No

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Frailey TownshipRoad name: US 209
Between: Ravine and Ravine
Type of work: Other
Work being done by: PennDOT Maintenance Forces
Type of restriction: Daytime
Restriction: Lane Closures. Please use caution when driving.
Start date: 6/24/19
Est completion date: 6/28/19
Restrictions in effect (time of day): 07:00 AM To 03:00 PM
Will rain cause delays? No
Change/Update: Flushing Bearings

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Schuylkill / Ryan TownshipRoad name: Brockton Mountain Road / Moss Glen Road
Between: US 209 and Burma Road
Type of work: Other
Work being done by: PennDOT Maintenance Forces
Type of restriction: Daytime
Restriction: Lane closures and flagging. Please use caution when driving.
Start date: 6/24/19
Est completion date: 6/28/19
Restrictions in effect (time of day): 07:00 AM To 03:00 PM
Will rain cause delays? No
Change/Update: Mechanical Patching

Schuylkill County Obituaries for 06/21/19


Schuylkill County Obituaries for 06/21/19

Friday, June 21, 2019

Four Police Departments Receive Life Saving Equipment Through Donation from American Legion

​On Friday, June 21, 2019, four Schuylkill County Police Departments received a donation of life saving equipment.

State Police Investigating Fake Check Cashing

The Pennsylvania State Police at Frackville are investigating an incident where a business found that someone was forging checks.

Work Begins on Bridge Projects in North Manheim Township

The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) Engineering District 5 announced work began this week to replace the PA 901/Gordon Nagle Trail Bridge and the Beckville Road Bridge in North Manheim Township.

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 06/21/19


Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 06/21/19

Flash Flood Watch Issued Overnight for Schuylkill County

The National Weather Service has issued a Flash Flood Watch for overnight.

Thursday, June 20, 2019

Over $10,000 in Drugs Seized During Search in West Mahanoy Township

A search led to the finding of over $10,000 worth of drugs in West Mahanoy Township on Thursday.

Nearly 50 Animals Found at Home near Klingerston

A serious case of animal neglect was discovered Wednesday in Upper Mahantango Township.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for 06/20/19


Schuylkill County Obituaries for 06/20/19

Geisinger Appoints Ryu as President and Chief Executive Officer

Geisinger announced Thursday that its Board of Directors has appointed Jaewon Ryu, M.D., J.D., as president and chief executive officer.

Knoebels Announced as America's Favorite Traditional Amusement Park

The National Amusement Park Historical Association (NAPHA) released the results of its 33rd annual NAPHA Amusement Park and Attractions Survey and Knoebels tops the list.

URC Sprints and 358 Modifieds will Headline Friday Night at Big Diamond Speedway

The might winged warriors of the United Racing Club will make the second and final appearance of 2019 this Friday June 21st at the speedway as part of Red, White & Blue Auto’s night.

WEATHER ALERT: Flash Flood Watch Issued for Schuylkill County for Thursday

The National Weather Service has issued a Flash Flood Watch for Schuylkill County and surrounding counties for late Thursday.

Tuesday, June 18, 2019

Woman Facing Animal Cruelty Charges After Abandoning Animals in Mahanoy Township Home

A woman is facing animal cruelty charges after she abandoned animals in a home in Mahanoy Township.