Monday, February 24, 2020

Over $1 Million in FEMA Grant Funds Awarded to Pottsville

Last week, Congressman Dan Meuser (PA-09), nnounced a federal grant award to Pottsville roads and culvert repairs made by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).

Ringtown Man Not Injured After Hitting Tree and Utility Pole in East Union Township Crash

A Ringtown man was not injured after a crash in East Union Township.

State Police Investigating Multiple Cases of Criminal Mischief In Cass Township

State Police are investigating multiple cases of criminal mischief in Cass Township over the weekend.

TRAFFIC ALERT: Crash on Route 61 South of Pottsville

A crash on Route 61 south of Pottsville could cause delays.

Two Men Wanted by Pottsville Police in Custody

Two men wanted on warrants by Pottsville Police are now in custody

Boil Advisory Lifted in Pine Grove

At approximately 12:30 p.m. on Sunday, February 23, 2020, the Boil Water Advisory was lifted for ALL water customers.  It is no longer necessary to boil your water before consuming it. 

Brush Fire Reported in Cass Township Monday Afternoon

Emergency personnel are at the scene of a brush fire in Cass Township early Monday afternoon.

Tool to Perform at Mohegan Sun Arena in Wilkes Barre

John Scher/ Metropolitan Entertainment presents TOOL along with special guest Blonde Redhead at Mohegan Sun Arena at Casey Plaza in Wilkes-Barre on Friday, May 1, 2020. TOOL, who recently took home the GRAMMY Award® for Best Metal Performance for the song “7empest,” has added the Wilkes-Barre stop as part of an extensive spring tour of North America.

Pedestrian Dies from Injuries After Being Struck Along Route 61 Saturday Evening

A pedestrian was struck and killed on Route 61 on Saturday near Saint Clair.

Schuylkill County Man Claims $300,000 Prize from PA Lottery as Youngest Child Battles Stage IV Cancer

Ken S. of Schuylkill County walked into Pennsylvania Lottery Headquarters in Middletown to claim his $300,000 prize. He brought his wife and three children along.

Work Continues on New Lokie Barn at the Pioneer Tunnel

Work continues on the rebuilding of the Lokie Barn at the Pioneer Tunnel in Ashland.

Tamaqua Area Recognizes Junior Schuylkill County Band Participants

The Tamaqua Area ‘Raider’ Band students pictured here received seats in the 2020 Junior Schuylkill County Band.

Driver Flees Crash in East Union Township

A driver fled the scene of a crash in East Union Township over the weekend.

Shenandoah Man and Woman Report Lost Passport Booklet

A Shenandoah man and woman have reported to police about their lost passport booklet.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for 02/23/2020


Schuylkill County Obituaries for 02/23/2020

Sunday, February 23, 2020

Man Dies After Being Tasered By State Police

A man has died after being tasered and struggling with State Police on Saturday.

Rollover Crash on Interstate 81 Early Saturday

A woman suffered minor injuries after a crash on Interstate 81 early Saturday.

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 02/23/2020


Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 02/23/2020

Berks-Schuylkill Oil Heat Association Donates $5,220 to the Salvation Army; Since 2006 Total Contribution of $70,000

The Berks-Schuylkill Oil Heat Association (BSOHA) donated $5,220 to both the Berks and Schuylkill County Salvation Army on Thursday, February 20, 2020 with each Corps receiving half of the total donation. 

Schuylkill County Obituaries for 02/22/2020


Schuylkill County Obituaries for 02/22/2020