Sunday, August 5, 2018

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 08/05.18


Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 08/05.18

Saturday, August 4, 2018

Two North Schuylkill Graduates Receive Scholarships from Knoebels

As area students prepare for the start of another school year, there are ten Knoebels Amusement Resort team members who have an extra $500 in their pockets. Two of those were graduates from North Schuylkill.

Three Injured in Head-On Crash near Gordon Saturday Afternoon

Three people were injured in a head-on crash near Gordon Saturday afternoon.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for 08/03/18


Schuylkill County Obituaries for 08/03/18

Friday, August 3, 2018

Crash Closes Burma Road Friday Evening

A crash Friday evening has closed the Burma Road due to a crash.

No Injuries in Interstate 81 Crash Friday Afternoon

No injuries were reported in an Interstate 81 crash Friday afternoon.

Upcoming Schuylkill County Road Work from PennDOT


Upcoming Scheduled Road Work from PennDOT

Winning Cash 5 Jackpot Lottery Ticket Worth $1 Million Sold in Shamokin

A jackpot-winning Pennsylvania Lottery Cash 5 ticket sold in Northumberland County .

Big Diamond Postpones Friday Night's Races until Sunday Due to Weather


Big Diamond Speedway issued the following statement about Friday (08/03/2018) evening's races.

Schuylkill County Police Log for 08/03/18


Schuylkill County Police Log for 08/03/18

State Officials Warn Residents About Record Mosquito Numbers and West Nile Virus Cases

State officials are warning Pennsylvania residents about a record number of Mosquitos and West Nile Virus cases in 2018.

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Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 08/03/18


Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 08/03/18

Schuylkill County Obituaries for 08/02/18


Schuylkill County Obituaries for 08/02/18

Thursday, August 2, 2018

Schuylkill County Fair Cancels the "Frenzy at the Fair" Event

On Thursday, Schuylkill County Fair officials announced that the "Frenzy at the Fair" wrestling event is cancelled for 2018.

Schuylkill County Fair Announces Entertainment Modifications for Thursday Evening

Due to the weather events experienced Wedneday night and Thursday, the Schuylkill County Fair has had to make some modifications to the activity schedule. Also, due to circumstances beyond their control, tonight’s featured entertainment has changed.

Tickets Still Available for the Frackville Elks Annual Designer Bag Bingo

On Sunday, August 12, 2018, the Frackville Elks will hold their 4th Annual Designer Bag Bingo.

Flash Flood Watch Extended Through Friday Evening

The National Weather Service has extended a Flash Flood Watch that was set to expire early Friday.

Leindecker Race Engines Sportsman Summer Classic Rescheduled for This Friday at Big Diamond


Leindecker Race Engines presents the Sportsman Summer Classic this Friday August 3rd at Big Diamond Speedway on “Hunt the Giant” night. 40-Lap feature, $5000 to win for the USS Achey Sportsman plus Modifieds, Street Stocks, Road Runners and 600 Modifieds

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 08/02/18


Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 08/02/18

Schuylkill County Obituaries for 08/01/18


Schuylkill County Obituaries for 08/01/18

Wednesday, August 1, 2018

Three Face Drug Charges After Heroin Found During Traffic Stop in Rush Township

Three individuals are facing drug charges after a traffic stop in Rush Township early Wednesday.

Over 700 Homes Without Power in Pottsville Wednesday Afternoon

As of 2:00pm Wednesday, over 700 homes are without power in Pottsville.

Schuylkill County Visitors’ Bureau Recognizes Excellence in Service 

The Schuylkill County Visitor’s Bureau honored two board members for their lengthy tenure of dedicated service to Schuylkill County’s tourism industry as they prepare to transition onto the SCVB Senior Advisory Board.

Strong Storms with High Winds Possible Early Wednesday Evening

The National Weather Service has issued a Hazard Weather Outlook for Wednesday evening.

Flash Flood Watch Issued for Schuylkill County

The National Weather Service has issued a Flash Flood Watch for Central Pennsylvania including Schuylkill County.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for 07/31/18


Schuylkill County Obituaries for 07/31/18

Tuesday, July 31, 2018

Two Facing Drug Charges in Orwigsburg

Two from Orwigsburg are facing charges after information received lead to the finding of drugs.

Schuylkill County Hard Rock: Fallen Pride

Fallen Pride is a widely known Schuylkill County's hard rock band.

Spraying Scheduled This Week to Control Mosquito Population in Schuylkill County

Spraying to control the high populations of mosquitoes will take place this week in Schuylkill County.

Schuylkill County Police Log for 07/31/18


Schuylkill County Police Log for 07/31/18

3D Downloadable Guns Blocked in Pennsylvania

A new way to download and print a useable gun with a 3D Printer has been blocked in Pennsylvania.

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 07/31/18


Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 07/31/18

Schuylkill County Obituaries for 07/30/18


Schuylkill County Obituaries for 07/30/18

Monday, July 30, 2018

Man Facing Charges After Smashing Neighbors Windows


An Ashland man is facing charges after smashing his neighbor's car and home windows.

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 07/30/18


Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 07/30/18

Sunday, July 29, 2018

Friday, July 27, 2018

Thursday, July 26, 2018

Photos of the Flooding from This Week's Rain


Submitted photos from our followers through social media of the flooding from this week's storm.

Nationally Recognized Pollinator Garden at the Schuylkill County Fairgrounds

Congratulations goes out to the members Blue Mt. 4-H Livestock Club, under the direction of Jill Felty and Kim Morgan, for being awarded first place nationally for the Pollinator Garden that they planted at the Schuylkill County Fairgrounds. 

Schuylkill County Police Log for 07/25/18


Schuylkill County Police Log for 07/25/18