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Thursday, November 9, 2017

Sweet Arrow Lake Sojourn Scheduled

“Porcupine Pat” McKinney will lead folks on an adventure featuring a jaunt around Sweet Arrow Lake County Park on Saturday, December 2, 2017, 10:00-11:30 a.m.

On election day, Pennsylvania voters were asked to consider a proposed constitutional amendment to permit the General Assembly to enact legislation to expand the homestead exclusion.

Frackville Borough Police are currently investigating the theft of an ATV that occurred between November 7th and November 8th..

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 11/09/2017

Over 3,000 Homes Without Power in Southern Schuylkill County

Over 3,000 homes are currently without power in Southern Schuylkill County.

Just after 1:45pm, Wednesday, fire crews were called to a working house fire near Pine Grove.

POLL: Are You a Fan of Winter Weather?

After are first snowfall of the season, we have to ask the question, "Are You a Fan of Winter Weather?"

Retraining Opportunities Offered Through Lehigh Carbon Community College

People in the Schuylkill, Carbon, Lehigh County area who have been laid off permanently or indefinitely from their jobs have access to Lehigh Carbon Community College (LCCC)‘s employment retraining opportunities (ERO), including a tuition waiver.

The trailer for a movie filmed locally that caused a police investigation has been released.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for 11/08/2017

The Tamaqua Historical Society has a big evening planned this Saturday night when it opens the new Tamaqua Museum Annex and Gallery on a regular basis.

The Schuylkill Choral Society will present their annual Christmas Concert.

Gillingham Charter School will hold a celebration for veterans on November 9th from 6pm - 8pm. Veterans will share their stories and students will honor veterans with music, recitations and art.

An armored truck was involved in a crash in Kline Township Tuesday afternoon.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for 11/07/2017

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 11/08/2017

Schuylkill County Chooses O'Pake as New District Attorney

In a tight race, Attorney Mike O'Pake was announced as the new Schuylkill County District Attorney.

Schuylkill County General Election Results 2017

Schuylkill County Police Log for 11/7/17

A crash on Route 61 near Pottsville is causing traffic problems.

On Tuesday morning, North Schuylkill held their annual Veteran's Day program.

Wintry Precipitation Possible on Tuesday

Our area could see the first wintry precipitation of the season on Tuesday.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for 11/06/2017

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 11/07/2017

Shenandoah will celebrate the holidays with a "Coal Cracker Christmas".

Police are looking for a man wanted for 2 robberies on Monday.

Attempted Robbery in McAdoo Monday Evening

A man reportedly attempted to rob a store in McAdoo on Monday.

On Monday, the charges were dropped against a man who allegedly shot his daughter's boyfriend in a motel room.

The Schuylkill United Way needs your help to reach their goal for 2017.

Police are investigating prowling/loitering incidents in Locust Dale.

#113 WILL PULL SANTA TRAINS ON SUNDAY, THE 3RD OF DECEMBER!

The Mcadoo Police is asking for public assistance in regards to identifying an individual, in reference to a theft that occurred.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for 11/05/2017

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 11/06/2017

Second Round District XI High School Football Playoff Schedule for Schuylkill County Teams

Second Round District XI High School Football Playoff Schedule for Schuylkill County Teams

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 11/05/2017

Mother's Memorial Vandalized

An investigation is underway to find the culprits who vandalized the Mother's Memorial in Ashland.

First Round District XI High School Football Playoff Scores - Part 2

Vote for Skook to be represented at the PA Farm Show.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for 11/03/2017

Saint Clair Police are seeking help from the public in identifying the individual pictured.

Road Work Scheduled for Schuylkill County

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 11/04/2017

First Round District XI High School Football Playoff Scores

First Round District XI High School Football Playoff Scores

A fire in Mahanoy City late Friday afternoon is under investigation.

The Pennsylvania State Police at Jonestown is investigating an incident in which the victim ran away from Jackson Township, Lebanon County on July 9, 2017.