Be Safe, A Common Sense Approach to Self Protection

Stop by October 1, 2015 at 6:00 p.m. in the Sweet Arrow Lake County Park clubhouse for a seminar that demonstrates a common sense approach to self-protection tempered with the mentality of the martial arts. This program is for all ages, senior groups, scout groups, youth groups, etc. The presentation by Ben Rocuskie, Instructor, includes a lecture and simple escape techniques. A free will offering will be accepted. Please register by September 17th by calling Susan at 570-624-3018.

Pumpkin Decorating

Attention all crafters! Decorate your Fall pumpkins in a not so usual way. This hands-on class will be held Tuesday, September 29, 2015, 7:00 – 9:00 p.m. at the Sweet Arrow Lake County Park clubhouse. This program is suitable for teens and adults and is free and open to the public. Supplies will be provided.

2nd Annual Poker Paddle

Spend an autumn afternoon floating on Sweet Arrow Lake on Sunday, September 27, 2015 starting at 1:00 p.m. You will be given a set of poker cards as you float and the best hands win. Prizes include a kayak, Cabela’s gift certificates, & more.

Backyard Compost Clinic

Fall is very near and just in time to help deal with the leaves that will be falling the Penn State Master Gardeners present a Backyard Compost Clinic on Wednesday, September 23, 2015, 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the Sweet Arrow Lake County Park Clubhouse.

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 09/04/2015

The Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for Friday, September 4th, 2015.

Upcoming Schuylkill Mall Events

Upcoming Schuylkill Mall Events

Entrance Ramp to Interstate 81 at Ravine ReOpened

Entrance Ramp to Interstate 81 at Ravine ReOpened

Cartwright Announces $146,290 in DHS Grants for Multiple Schuylkill County Fire Companies for Equipment

(PRESS RELEASE)  Pottsville, PA – On Wednesday, U.S. Representative Matt Cartwright announced that the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), an agency within the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, has awarded a total of $146,290 in Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) funds to the Tuscarora Fire Company and the Sheppton-Oneida Volunteer Fire Company.

PennDOT, Federal Highway Administration Seek Community Input on Human Remains

The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) and Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) are seeking input from the community regarding the recently identified human remains discovered during the construction of the PA 61 Safety Improvement Project in Schuylkill Haven Borough and North Manheim Township, Schuylkill County.

Ashland's ABA Parade Scheduled for This Saturday

The annual Ashland Boys Association Parade is scheduled for this Saturday, September 5th at 6pm in the borough.

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 09/03/2015

The Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for Thursday, September 3rd, 2015.

Police Still Searching for Suspect in Officer Assault in Schuylkill County

As of Thursday morning, police are still searching for the suspect from an officer being assaulted.

On Wednesday evening, around 6pm, a West Penn Police Township Officer stopped to assist a disabled vehicle on Route 309 on the Blue Mountain.  When they approached the vehicle, a hispanic male, originally reported to be a black male,  picked up the officer and threw them over an embankment.

#LightsOn4WestPenn to Show Your Support for Law Enforcement

On Wednesday evening, eastern Pennsylvania experienced what we've only ever seen on the news.  West Penn Police Officer Melissa Ruch was assaulted after she stopped along Route 309 on the Blue Mountain for a disabled vehicle.  As she approached the vehicle, the suspect picked up Ruch and threw her over a 20 feet embankment.  Ruch suffered injuries and was flown to a local hospital.

Police Officer Flown After Being Assaulted

An officer was flown after being assaulted in West Penn Township Wednesday evening.

Pennsylvania State Beer Festival Scheduled for October

READING, PA - Brew Crew Events and Wilder Entertainment Group will bring Pennsylvania brewers together for a one-day event in October that puts the spotlight on beer brewed in PA.