Murder/Suicide Investigation Underway in Minersville

A murder/suicide investigation is underway in the borough of Minersville.

Minersville Police Restores 24-Hour Coverage

The Minersville Police Department will officially return to 24-hour coverage on Monday, February 3, 2025, after nearly a year of reduced service due to staffing shortages.

Minersville PD and Big Diamond Speedway Owners Join Forces to Provide 200 Free Meals to Residents

Minersville — The Minersville Police Department, in collaboration with Jake and Jasmine Smulley, owners of the Big Diamond Speedway, are spreading kindness and generosity by offering 200 free meals to local residents on Sunday, February 2.

Minersville Police Charge Driver in Crosswalk Accident Involving Mother and Child

Minersville Police have filed charges against a woman for a serious pedestrian accident that left a mother and her son injured at an intersection last week.

Minersville Police Investigating Pedestrian Accident Involving Mother and Son

Minersville Police are conducting an investigation following a serious accident involving two pedestrians being struck.

BOYS BASKETBALL: Minersville Powers Past North Schuylkill in Schuylkill League Matchup

On Tuesday night, the Minersville Area Battlin' Miners made a strong statement in a Schuylkill League Division I contest, defeating the North Schuylkill Spartans 54-28 on the road.

Minersville Police Investigating Smash and Grab Burglary at Smoke Shop

The Minersville Police are investigating a burglary that occurred on Sunday, December 22nd, 2024 at approximately 3:30 am at 253 Sunbury Street, the Minersville Smoke & Tobacco Shop. 

Two Charged in $10,000 Vandalism Case at Minersville Rental Property

Charges have been filed against two individuals accused of causing significant damage to a rental property in Minersville. 

Schuylkill County Football Teams Spread Christmas Cheer

This past Saturday, two Schuylkill County teams teamed up to spread some Christmas cheer within their communities.

Minersville Man Charged with Assault After Domestic Dispute in Frackville

A Minersville man is facing charges after an alleged domestic dispute in Frackville.

Schuylkill County Man Charged with Embezzling $373,328 from Parish Funds

A Schuylkill County man is facing charges for allegedly stealing hundreds of thousands of dollars from two local parishes.

PHOTOS: Minersville Halloween Parade 2024

Photos from the 2024 Minersville Halloween Parade held on Sunday, October 27th, 2024.

Ex-Minersville Cops Indicted on Federal Charges for Excessive Force Incident

Two former Minersville Police officers surrendered Wednesday for arraignment on federal charges as the result of an indictment by the United States Department of Justice stemming from an incident in the borough more than two years ago.

Minersville Area Crowns 2024 Homecoming Queen

On Friday night, Minersville Area crowned their 2024 Homecoming Queen during halftime of their football game against Marian Catholic.

Man Wanted in Connection with Minersville Robbery

Minersville Police are actively searching for 22-year-old Shynir Jeffcoat in connection with the armed robbery of the Minersville General Store that occurred on August 13, 2024. 

Minersville Police Equipped for Critical Incidents with New Rifles

On Wednesday morning, Geissele Automatics, a manufacturer of firearms and accessories based in North Wales, Montgomery County, donated nine rifles to the Minersville Police Department.

Minersville Police Nab Three Suspects in $9,000 Robbery, Search for Fourth Continues

Minersville Police have made three arrests and are still looking for one more suspect in the robbery of the General Store.

Minersville Police Investigating General Store Robbery

Minersville police are currently investigating a robbery that took place last night at the General Store located at North 2nd and North Street. The incident occurred at approximately 10:17 PM on August 12th.

SCAM ALERT: Schuylkill County Residents Targeted in Online Scam Involving Bitcoin Payments

Police in Schuylkill County are warning residents about an online scam that recently cost two people a total of $34,000.

Elderly Woman Dies from Minersville Crash Injuries

A crash in Minersville on Friday morning has turned fatal.