Volunteers Decorate Ashland’s Christmas Tree Ahead of Upcoming Holiday Events

This past weekend, Ashland's holiday spirit began to shine as several community organizations joined forces to prepare the borough’s Christmas tree for the season.

Ashland Fire Department Reorganizes, Appoints New Chief and Assistant Chief, Creates New Position

On Wednesday evening, Ashland Borough Council formally approved the reorganization of the Ashland Fire Department, paving the way for new leadership as Fire Chief Phil Groody prepares to step down from his role at the end of 2024 after more than two decades of service.

Pottsville and Ashland Crowned Tri-County Youth Football Champions

On Sunday, the Tri-County Youth Football League crowned their 2024 Champions.

Ashland Man Sought After Allegedly Robbing Couple at Gunpoint During iPhone Sale Setup

An Ashland man is wanted for allegedly holding a couple at gunpoint in the borough.

Ashland Vape Shop Burglarized: Police Investigate Stolen Cash and Goods

Ashland Police are investigating a reported burglary in the borough.

Ashland Police Arrest Two Suspects in Package Theft Spree Caught on Camera

Ashland Police arrested two suspects who were caught on camera stealing packages from porches on Wednesday.

Ashland Applefest Brings Fall Fun This Weekend

The Ashland Applefest, hosted by the Washington Fire Company, is back this weekend, bringing a day full of family fun, food, and autumn festivities. 

Ashland Turkey Hill Robbed at Gunpoint; Suspect Wanted

The Ashland Police Department is looking for a man that robbed the Ashland Turkey Hill at gunpoint on Monday morning.

Hegins Woman Charged with Sexual Assault of Teen in Ashland

A Hegins woman is facing charges for sexually assaulting a teenager in Ashland.

Ashland Envelope Factory to Close at the End of October

Employees of the envelope factory in Ashland today learned they will be out of a job at the end of October.

Schuylkill County Woman Faces Charges After Children Test Positive for Fentanyl, Meth

A Schuylkill County woman is facing charges after her three children test positive for drugs.

Lithium Battery Sparks Fire in Ashland Home

A homeowner avoided disaster on Monday morning after a lithium battery caught fire in his home in Ashland.

Ashland Borough Provides Update on Light Pole Replacement Project

An update on the ongoing light pole replacement project in Ashland Borough was provided by Sam Snyder, a representative from the borough, following discussions with PPL. 

Ashland Comes Together for Community Night Out

Hundreds turned out for Ashland's Night Out on Tuesday evening, a community-building event focused on safety and unity.

Three Transported to the Hospital After Ashland House Fire

Three people were injured in a house fire in Ashland last night.

North Schuylkill Band Recreates 1975 Photo at Ashland's Mother Memorial

On Wednesday morning, the North Schuylkill Band recreated a little bit of history at Ashland's Mother's Memorial. 

Pioneer Day Set for Ashland This Saturday

The 27th Annual Pioneer Day Celebration is set for Saturday at the Pioneer Tunnel Coal Mine & Steam Train and Higher Ups Park. 

Street Paving Project to Begin This Week in Ashland

A street paving project in Ashland will begin this Wednesday, July 17th, 2024, and is expected take several days to complete.

Ashland Fire and Police Departments Announce Return of Community Night Out

The Ashland Fire Department and Police Department announced this week return of Community Night Out.

Ashland Resident Holds Intruder at Gunpoint; Suspect Taken into Custody

An Ashland man is facing charges after he broke into a house in the borough Tuesday morning.