Friday, June 16, 2017

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 06/16/17


Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 06/16/17

Thursday, June 15, 2017

One Flown After Crash Thursday Morning

A woman was flown after a crash Thursday Morning in Ryan Township.

Minersville Wins State Softball Championship


On Thursday the Minersville Girls Softball team won the PIAA Class AA State Championship.

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 06/15/17


Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 06/15/17

Wednesday, June 14, 2017

Public Invited to Pottsville Revitalization Meeting

The public is invited to participate in a meeting on Pottsville Revitalization this Thursday.

Annual Tamaqua Area Community Yard and Sidewalk Sale Scheduled

The Tamaqua Area Chamber of Commerce has announced the 18th Annual Tamaqua Area Community Yard and Sidewalk Sale will be held Saturday, August 5 from 9:00am-1:00pm.

Sneak a Peek at the Creek with Porcupine Pat

On Saturday, July 8, 2017, 10:00-11:00 a.m. join “Porcupine Pat” McKinney in a water adventure in search of mayflies, crayfish, water pennies and more! 

Annual 4th of July Concert in the Park at Sweet Arrow Lake Park

Enjoy the patriotic sounds of the Pine Grove Community Band on Tuesday, July 4, 2017 at 6:00 p.m. at beautiful Sweet Arrow Lake County Park. 

Schuylkill County Obituaries for 06/14/17


Schuylkill County Obituaries for 06/14/17

Schuylkill County Grown Cooking Contest Announced

The Schuylkill County Agribusiness Committee has announced the 3rd Annual Schuylkill County Grown Cooking Contest, being held at the Schuylkill County Fair, which is the perfect setting to focus on locally grown agricultural products.

Visit our Skook Apparel Online Store

Stop by our online Skook Apparel store for some great gifts.

Outlaw Music Festival Coming to Hersheypark Stadium

The Outlaw Music Festival is coming to Hersheypark Stadium on Sunday, September 10 at 3 p.m.

Argall Seeks to Reform Process of Electing Lieutenant Governor

Senator David G. Argall (R-Berks/Schuylkill) held a press conference Tuesday discussing his proposed legislation which seeks to reform the process of electing the lieutenant governor in Pennsylvania.

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 06/14/17


Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 06/14/17

Tuesday, June 13, 2017

Pennsylvania Denied Appeal for Disaster Declaration Request for March Snowstorm

Governor Tom Wolf announced Tuesday that the President has denied his appeal for a federal disaster declaration that would have brought critical financial assistance to nine counties impacted by a crippling snowstorm in March.

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 06/13/17


Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 06/13/17

Monday, June 12, 2017

Inspector General Files Welfare Fraud Charges on 64 Across Pennsylvania, 4 in Schuylkill County

The Office of Inspector General (OIG) filed welfare fraud charges against 64 individuals between April 1 and April 30, 2017.

Man Leads Police in High Speed Chase from Frackville to Pottsville on Friday

A man from Philadelphia led police in a high speed chase that started in Frackville and ended in Pottsville on Friday.

Schuylkill League to Send Three Teams to State Championships

Schuylkill County is representing in the PIAA softball championships by sending 3 teams.

Minersville Softball Moves Onto State Championship


On Monday afternoon, the Minersville Girls Softball team earned their chance to play for a PIAA Class AA State Championship.

Sportsman Take Center Stage At Big Diamond Speedway This Friday Night

It’s been the Mike Mammana and Matt Stangle show in the U.S.S. Achey sportsman modified division at Big Diamond Speedway this year.

National Dump the Pump Day This Thursday

With the continued fluctuation of gas prices, The Schuylkill Transportation System (STS) announced today that it will join with other public transportation systems nationwide to participate in the twelfth annual National Dump the Pump Day on Thursday, June 15. 

Kountry Krafts & Treasures Holds Ribbon Cutting in Tamaqua

On Friday, June 2, the Tamaqua Area Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting and grand opening for new Chamber member Kountry Krafts & Treasures at 30 W Broad St in Tamaqua.

LCCC Offers EMT Training to Lehigh Valley Hospital-Schuylkill

Lehigh Carbon Community College (LCCC) is partnering with Lehigh Valley Health Network to bring Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) training to Lehigh Valley Hospital-Schuylkill in Pottsville, Pa.

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 06/12/17


Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 06/12/17

Sunday, June 11, 2017

Three Injured in Crash Saturday Afternoon

A man and two children were injured in a crash Saturday afternoon.

Upcoming Schuylkill County Road Work


Upcoming Schuylkill County Road Work

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 06/11/17


Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 06/11/17

KFFA Holds First Annual Pet Carnival

On Saturday, the students from Tri- Valley's Hegins Hubley Elementary School's KFFA Club held the first pet carnival at the Valley View park.

Saturday, June 10, 2017

Kody Sites Wins Savage 61 Back Yard Brawl For Roadrunners

Kody Sites picked a good time to get back to victory lane in the  roadrunner division.

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 06/10/17


Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 06/10/17

Friday, June 9, 2017

Jeep Crashes Through Concession Stand Wednesday Night

Photo posted by the Gordon Fire Dept.
Late Wednesday night, a jeep crash through a concession stand in Barry Township.

Schuylkill County Police Log for 06/09/2017



Schuylkill County Police Log for 06/09/2017

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 06/09/17


Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 06/09/17

Thursday, June 8, 2017

Soldiers to Repaint Tank in Mahanoy City

On Thursday, soldiers were in Mahanoy City to prepare to repaint the tank at the borough's Veterans Memorial Park.

Air Monitoring in Schuylkill County Shows No Dangerous Levels of Dust

Following a 13-month air quality study, the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection  has determined that dust levels in an area of the borough of McAdoo, are not a danger to residents and do not exceed state-wide standards for settled particulate matter.

Two Injured in Blythe Township Crash Thursday Morning

Two people were injured in a Blythe Township crash Thursday morning.

Police Investigating Theft of Antique Cash Register

State Police are investigating the theft of an antique cash register and other items last month.

Argall and Goodman Host Concealed Carry Seminar

Senator David G. Argall (R-Schuylkill/Berks) and Representative Neal Goodman (D Schuylkill) co-hosted a Concealed Carry Seminar at Minersville High School on Wednesday, June 7, 2017, to educate gun owners about state laws regarding firearms with Schuylkill County Sheriff Joe Groody and Berks County Sheriff Eric Weaknecht.

Miners Bank Opens New Location in Orwigsburg

Mid Penn Bank, subsidiary of Mid Penn Bancorp Inc. (NASDAQ: MPB), held a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Wednesday, June 7, to celebrate the opening of its newest branch office, located at 1021 Centre Turnpike in Orwigsburg.

Schuylkill County Police Log for 06/08/2017



Schuylkill County Police Log for 06/08/2017

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 06/08/17


Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 06/08/17

Schuylkill County Fireworks Schedule for 2017


Schuylkill County Fireworks Schedule for 2017

Schuylkill County Obituaries for 06/08/17


Schuylkill County Obituaries for 06/08/17

Wednesday, June 7, 2017

Tamaqua Summerfest and Train Rides Scheduled for Father's Day

The 27th annual Tamaqua Summerfest will be held on Father’s Day Sunday June 18th from 10 to 5 in downtown Tamaqua.

Schuylkill County Police Log for 06/07/17



Schuylkill County Police Log for 06/07/17

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 06/07/17


Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 06/07/17

Tuesday, June 6, 2017

County Treasurer and Sheriff Announce Date for Extended Hours


Treasurer Linda L. Marchalk and Sheriff Joseph G. Groody announce their offices will be open on Tuesday, June 20, 2017 from 8:30 a.m. until 6:30 p.m., for the option to purchase hunting, fishing and dog licenses and to renew or apply for a license to carry firearms.

Baby's Death Under Investigation

Police are investigating the death of a 5 month old last week.

PennDOT Worker's Memorial in Schuylkill Haven




PennDOT Workers Memorial is highlighting zone safety this week in Schuylkill County.