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Friday, July 14, 2017

"Before I Die, I Want To" Wall Returning to the Schuylkill County Fair

With help from the Walk In Art Center, Schuylkill Haven, the "Before I Die, I Want To" Wall is returning to the Schuylkill County Fair.

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 07/14/2017

Enjoy a clambake and a guided moonlight walk at Sweet Arrow Lake County Park pavilion and clubhouse, followed by canoeing/kayaking under the full moon on Saturday, August 5, 2017, 6:00-9:30 p.m.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for 07/13/17

Schuylkill County Obituaries for 07/13/17

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 07/13/2017

The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch for Thursday evening.

A Coaldale man is facing federal charges of possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine.

Individuals interested in training to be emergency medical technicians (EMT) will have the opportunity to learn more at information sessions sponsored by Lehigh Carbon Community College (LCCC) and Lehigh Valley Health Network. The two are partnering to bring EMT training to Lehigh Valley Hospital-Schuylkill in Pottsville, Pa.

The Pennsylvania State Police at Frackville are investigating an attempted burglary in Mahanoy Plane.

Schuylkill County Police Log for 07/12/2017

Schuylkill County Police Log for 07/12/2017

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 07/12/2017

A man has died after suffering injuries in crash where he was struck with debris while he sat in a restaurant.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for 07/11/17

Schuylkill County Obituaries for 07/11/17

Schuylkill County Child Development Awarded HHS Grant

On Monday, U.S. Representative Matt Cartwright announced that the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has awarded a grant of $3,057,279 to Child Development, Inc. for its Schuylkill County Head Start Program.

Kid’s art will abound at the Schuylkill County Fair this year because the fair is excited to partner with the Arts Barn of Orwigsburg. Who better than the Arts Barn to help the fair operate the Kids Tent. The Kids Tent is where all the fun is happening from hands on art projects to be done, bubbles, bubbles and more bubbles, handprints, games, contests and mush more.

Schuylkill County Police Log for 07/11/2017

A man wanted by the US Marshall's Service was taken into custody Tuesday morning.

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 07/11/2017

A fire damaged a reported abandoned home Monday evening.

Senate Approves Joint Bill on Work Zone Speed Cameras

Today, the Senate approved a joint legislative proposal introduced by Senator David G. Argall (R-Schuylkill/Berks) and Senator Judy Schwank (D-Berks) which aims to curtail the number of accidents and fatalities that have occurred on our highways due to reckless driving and speeding.

Fire crews are responding to a working garage fire Monday afternoon.

Schuylkill County Police Log for 07/10/2017

Do you bake with wine? Make the best chocolate cake in Schuylkill County? On various days of the 2017 Schuylkill County Fair you may enter special food contest. Monetary awards will be given for first, second and third prize. The general public is encouraged to participate in one or all of the contests listed below.

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 07/10/2017

Schuylkill County Obituaries for 07/09/17

Schuylkill County Obituaries for 07/09/17

On Friday, a man that was charged for caging a child, has had his bail lowered and is out of prison.

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 07/09/2017

Schuylkill County Obituaries for 07/08/17

Truck Pulls Coming to the Schuylkill County Fair

For the sixth time at the Schuylkill County Fair we will have truck pulls.

For once, Mother Nature gave race fans at Big Diamond Speedway a break.

Our new Schuylkill County Football t-shirt is now available.

(07/08/17) A Schuylkill County teen died Saturday morning in crash in Berks County.

Schuylkill County Police Log for 07/08/2017

Legislation that would increase fines and penalties for repeat violators of Pennsylvania’s “Steer Clear” Law has been signed into law.

Upcoming Schuylkill County Road Work

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 07/08/2017

Schuylkill County Police Log for 07/07/2017

Schuylkill County Police Log for 07/07/2017

On Friday and Saturday, St. Charles Borromeo Parish will host Summerfest in Ashland.

Police Asking for Help Finding Missing Teen from Schuylkill County

Original post made on 07/07/17.

UPDATE: It has been reported to us that the teen has returned safe. Thank you to everyone who shared.

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 07/07/2017

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 07/07/2017

Mahanoy City's Community Day is this Saturday.

PA Attorney General and 18 Other States Sue Education Secretary Devos

On Thursday, Attorney General Josh Shapiro and 18 other Attorneys General sued Education Secretary Betsy DeVos and the U.S. Department of Education for abandoning federal rules to protect college students from abusive loan practices by higher education institutions that were set to go into effect on July 1.

On Thursday, a Schuylkill County man was convicted for sending sexually explicit messages to a 9 year old in Massachusetts.

The 10th Annual Coal Miner’s Heritage Festival is set for Sunday July 9, 2017 from 10 AM to 5 PM, on the grounds of the No. 9 Coal Mine and Museum in Lansford, Carbon County.

Police in Schuylkill County are looking for a girl that has been reported missing for two weeks.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for 07/06/17

Lots and lots of Pure Ag-entertainment at this year’s Schuylkill County Fair found at multiple venues at various times to accommodate the fair goer.

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 07/06/2017

Police are looking to identify owner of vehicle seen scattering rubbish in Butler Township.

The first ever Kite Festival in Schuylkill County will take place on July 29th, 2017.

On Thursday, Governor Tom Wolf announced that the Tyson Foods Distribution Center will expand in Schuylkill County and create 114 new, full-time jobs.

Avenues Foundation 29th Annual Golf Classic

Golf foursome spots and sponsorships are available for Avenues Foundation 29th Annual Golf Classic on Friday, July 28 at Hidden Valley Golf Course, Pine Grove, PA.

Parade organizers have announced that the Ashland Boys Association Parade will return in 2017.

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