Wednesday, May 24, 2017

5th Annual Money in the Mountains This Friday At Big Diamond Speedway

They say that the third time is the charm.

TRAFFIC ALERT: Crash Causing Backups on Interstate 81

(05/24/17) A crash on Interstate 81 is causing backups Wednesday afternoon.

Tamaqua Chamber of Commerce Announces Free Summer Concert Series

The Tamaqua Area Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce its 11th Annual Free Summer Concert Series at the historic Tamaqua train station, 18 N. Railroad St in Tamaqua.

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 05/24/17


Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 05/24/17

Tuesday, May 23, 2017

Boroughs Memorialize Veterans with Hometown Heroes Banners

Shenandoah, Ashland, and Frackville have all added "Hometown Heroes" banners to just in time for Memorial Day.

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 05/23/17


Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 05/23/17

Monday, May 22, 2017

Schuylkill County Obituaries for 05/22/17


Schuylkill County Obituaries for 05/22/17

Schuylkill County Police Log for 05/22/17



Schuylkill County Police Log for 05/22/17

Pine Grove Garden Tour Announced

South Schuylkill Garden Club announces a garden tour of the Pine Grove Area.

Kayak, Canoe, and Cardboard Boat Races Scheduled for July 4th at Sweet Arrow Lake

On July 4th a new event will take place at Sweet Arrow Lake County Park and it should be loads of fun for the whole family.

Fire Damages Schuylkill Haven Homes Early Sunday

An early morning fire early Sunday, damaged two homes

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 05/22/17


Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 05/22/17

Sunday, May 21, 2017

Driver Crashes into Parked Vehicles Sunday Afternoon

A driver who reportedly suffered a medical condition crashed into parked vehicles Sunday afternoon.

Schuylkill County Burn Ban Lifted

(05/21/17) The burn ban that was issued April 21nd, 2017 for Schuylkill County was lifted today, May 21st, 2017 at noon.

Upcoming Schuylkill County Road Work


Upcoming Schuylkill County Road Work

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 05/21/17


Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 05/21/17

Schuylkill County Obituaries for 05/20/17


Schuylkill County Obituaries for 05/20/17

Emergency Personnel Responding to House Fire Early Sunday

(05/21/17) Just after 1:00am Sunday, emergency personnel were called to a fully involved house fire.

Saturday, May 20, 2017

Police Investigating Burglary

The Pennsylvania State Police at Frackville are investigating a burglary that took place Friday.

Stangle Wins First-Ever Sportsman Modified Feature At Big Diamond Speedway; Mammana Takes Second Sportsman Win in the Nightcap

Matt Stangle is making a name for himself in the sportsman modified ranks in New Jersey and Pennsylvania.

PA Treasury Warns of Possible Unclaimed Property Scams

On Thursay, Pennsylvania Treasurer Joe Torsella warned of a surge in unclaimed property scams targeting victims through fake letters and emails in which scammers portray themselves as National Association of Unclaimed Property Administrators (NAUPA) or state Treasury representatives.

North Schuylkill Honors Former Athletic Director

North Schuylkill has honored a former Natatorium Director.

Three Injured in Fiery Five Vehicle Crash on Interstate 78 Late Friday

Two were injured in a fiery five vehicle crash late Friday.

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 05/20/17


Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 05/20/17

Road Resurfacing Projects to Begin This Week


PennDOT announced two road resurfacing projects that will begin this week in Schuylkill County.

Mahanoy/West Mahanoy Township Brush Fire Under Investigation; Hundreds of Acres Burned

Hundreds of acres of forest burned Thursday afternoon and into the evening.

Friday, May 19, 2017

Three Injured, Two Flown After Crash Friday Afternoon

Three people were injured in a crash near Ashland Friday afternoon.

Knoebels Wins Top Prizes from the National Amusement Park Historical Association; Phoenix Wins Best Wood Coaster

The National Amusement Park Historical Association (NAPHA) released the results of its 31st annual NAPHA Amusement Park and Attractions Survey. 

Would you try Middleswarth Flavored Beef Jerky?

Would you try Middleswarth Flavored Beef Jerky?

Millionaire Raffle Early Bird Bonus Winner Sold in Schuylkill County

The Pennsylvania Lottery has revealed the winning ticket number drawn for the second $100,000 Early Bird Bonus Drawing prize as part of the 4th of July Millionaire Raffle.

Unemployment Rate Increased for the Month of April in Pennsylvania

On Friday, the Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry released its employment situation report for April 2017.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for 05/19/17


Schuylkill County Obituaries for 05/19/17

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 05/19/17


Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 05/19/17

Argall and Goodman Announce Grants for Community Improvement Projects in Girardville, Saint Clair, Pottsville, Minersville and Shenandoah

Senator David G. Argall (R-Schuylkill/Berks) and Representative Neal Goodman (D-Schuylkill) announced a total of five grants today that will support community improvement projects in Girardville, Saint Clair, Pottsville, Minersville and Shenandoah.

Thursday, May 18, 2017

Three Face Charges After Standoff Thursday Afternoon

Three face charges after a brief standoff Thursday afternoon.

Governor Wolf Announces 80 New Jobs in Schuylkill County with Expansion of Hollander Sleep Products

On Thursday, Governor Tom Wolf announced Hollander Sleep Products, LLC, a bed pillow and mattress pad manufacturer, will expand its Pennsylvania operations by consolidating multiple operations into a single facility at the Highridge Business Park in Foster Township, Schuylkill County. The company’s expansion will create 80 new jobs during the next three years.

Crackerjacks Fireworks Display This Saturday

This Saturday, May 20th, the Valley View Park in the beautiful Hegins Valley will be hosting the Crackerjacks for a professional fireworks display.

Additional Details Released on Child Endangerment Case near Cressona

On Thursday, Representatives of the State Police at Schuylkill Haven, Sergeant Fred Krute, Public Information Office Trooper David Boehm and Corporal Hess released additional information during a press conference on the child endangerment case near Cressona where 3 children were found left alone in a home.

Leiby's Restaurant Announces Opening

On Thursday afternoon, the owner's of Leiby's has officially announced they are open!

Brush Fires Reported near Shenandoah Thursday Afternoon

Emergency personnel responded to brush fires near Shenandoah Thursday afternoon.

Around 1:45pm, fire crews were called to the area along Route 924 near the Windmills in Mahanoy and West Mahanoy Township north of Shenandoah for a large brush fire.

Early reports when crews arrived they found two separate brush fires in the area.

All roads in the area are still open.  Be aware that fire personnel are in the area.

More details when information is available.

Police Find Three Children Left Alone in Home, One Locked in Cage

Police and county authorities find a disturbing incident of child endangerment on Wednesday.

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 05/18/17


Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 05/18/17

Wednesday, May 17, 2017

Schuylkill County Obituaries for 05/17/17


Schuylkill County Obituaries for 05/17/17

Schuylkill County Police Log for 05/17/17



Schuylkill County Police Log for 05/17/17

Senators have Plan to Reduce Number of State Government Offices, Reduce Costs

Two senators from opposite sides of the state have seen firsthand the floors of empty office space currently owned by Pennsylvania state government agencies. Now, Senators David G. Argall (R-Schuylkill/Berks) and Randy Vulakovich (R-Allegheny) have found a way to rehabilitate state-owned space and eliminate the need for additional rental costs.

Schuylkill County Primary Election Results 2017


Schuylkill County Primary Election Results 2017

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 05/17/17


Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 05/17/17

KAZKA Ukrainian Folk Ensemble to Perform at Sweet Arrow Lake

Schuylkill County is a melting pot woven with a diverse and colorful tapestry of cultural backgrounds.  At 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, June 7, 2017 at the Sweet Arrow Lake County Park Clubhouse, the interesting traditions of those cultures will be highlighted.  

Monday, May 15, 2017

Fire Crews at the Scene of a House Fire near Pine Grove

(05/15/17) Emergency personnel are at the scene of a house fire near Pine Grove.