Geisinger Awarded $8.5 Million to Study Genetics of Mental Health

Geisinger, along with two university partners, has been awarded an $8.5 million, five-year grant from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) to study the role of genetics in neuropsychiatric disorders, including autism spectrum disorder, schizophrenia, and bipolar disorder.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for 06/30/19

Schuylkill County Obituaries for 06/30/19

Two from Schuylkill County ID'd as Victims in Fatal Crash in Berks County

Two from Schuylkill County have been identified as the victims in a crash in Berks County early Saturday.

Gordon Welcomes New Fire Truck to Borough

On Saturday, the Gordon Fire Department welcomed a new fire truck to the borough.

WEATHER ALERT: Severe Thunderstorm Watch Issued for Schuylkill County

The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch for Schuylkill County through Saturday evening.

Police Investigating Who Stole Lights from Front of Home in Frackville

The West Mahanoy Township Police are investigating an incident where lights were stolen from a home early Friday.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for 06/28/19

Schuylkill County Obituaries for 06/28/19

Mahanoy City Couple Arrested for Stealing from Lottery Machine In Northumberland County

A Mahanoy City couple was taken into custody on Thursday after police said they were responsible for a theft earlier this month.

Coal Cracker Kids Awarded Environmental Education Grant

On Friday, the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) awarded $205,000 in Environmental Education Grants to 45 projects addressing environmental justice, climate change, and water quality.

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 06/28/19

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 06/28/19

Blighted Structure Collapses in Shenandoah

Late Thursday, a home that was listed as blight collapsed in Shenandoah.

Senator Argall and Senator Yudichak Announce Expansion of Coal Refuse Energy and Reclamation Tax Credit

Senator David G. Argall (R – Schuylkill/Berks) and Senator John Yudichak (D – Luzerne/Carbon) announced today that the Pennsylvania state budget includes a major expansion of the Coal Refuse Energy and Reclamation Tax Credit which will protect over 3,000 energy jobs and continue the successful environmental reclamation work in counties impacted by centuries of coal mining.

Shenandoah Man Sentenced for Role in Heroin Trafficking Conspiracy

The United States Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of Pennsylvania announced that Derek Yashinsky, age 29, of Shenandoah, Pennsylvania, was sentenced on June 26, 2019, by Senior U.S. District Court Judge James M. Munley to 28 months’ imprisonment followed by two years on supervised release, for his role in a heroin trafficking conspiracy.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for 06/27/19

Schuylkill County Obituaries for 06/27/19

Shenandoah Fire Ruled Accidental; American Red Cross Assisting Five

A fire in Shenandoah early Thursday morning has been ruled accidental.

Yuengling Donates More Than $50,000 to Military Survivors

On Wednesday, Yuengling donated more than $50,000 to military survivors through TAPS.

BEST OF SKOOK: Who makes the "Best Burger" in Schuylkill County?

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WEATHER ALERT: Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Schuylkill County

The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Schuylkill County.

Shenandoah Valley and Tamaqua Area Graduates Announced as Recipients of Stine Scholarship

The Pennsylvania State University and the Schuylkill Chamber of Commerce recently announced the 2019-2020 winners of the Jim and Peg Stine Scholarships.

Man Charged with First Degree Murder for Killing Woman in Hegins Township

A Lancaster man was charged on Tuesday for the killing of a woman in Hegins Township earlier this year.