Large Brush Fire in Cass Township Burns 47 Acres, High Winds and Dry Conditions Prolong Effort

DCNR has provided an update to Friday night's wildfire in Cass Township.

Schuylkill County Officials Advise Against Debris Burning and Campfires Amid High Fire Risk

Local and state forestry officials are urging residents of Schuylkill County to avoid debris burning and campfires due to an increased risk of wildfires in the area. 

Two State Park Beaches Closed in Schuylkill County

The beaches at both Tuscarora and Locust Lake State Parks in Schuylkill County to swimming.

DCNR Awards Grants to 4 Schuylkill County Fire Companies to Enhance Wildfire Protection

On Monday, DCNR announced the allocation of funds by awarding grants to 4 Schuylkill County volunteer fire companies.

Locust Lake Closed for Swimming Until Further Notice

DCNR announced Thursday that Locust Lake is closed to swimming until further notice.

DCNR Names New Park Manager For The Tuscarora State Park Complex

Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) Secretary Cindy Adams Dunn announced last week the appointment of Robert Sweeney to manage the Tuscarora State Park Complex in Schuylkill County.

Shenandoah Man Wanted for Starting
Brush Fires Taken into Custody

A man wanted for starting brush fires near Shenandoah last year was taken into custody late Tuesday.

Shenandoah Man Wanted on Arson Charges for Starting Multiple Brush Fires

A Shenandoah man is wanted by Forestry Officials for starting brush fires earlier this year.

DCNR Announces Acquisition Of 5,600-Acre Property In Schuylkill, Luzerne Counties For Motorized Recreation Area

Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) Secretary Cindy Adams Dunn announced on Friday the acquisition of a 5,600-acre parcel of land that will be developed into a motorized recreation area in the Weiser State Forest in Schuylkill and Luzerne counties.

Beach at Tuscarora State Park Closed until Further Notice

Effective Wednesday, the beach at Tuscarora State Park is closed until further notice.