Tamaqua Chamber of Commerce Hosting Breakfast Seminar Featuring Legislators

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On Wednesday, February 17th, 2016, the Tamaqua Chamber of Commerce will host a Breakfast Seminar featuring Senator Dave Argall and Representative Jerry Knowles to discuss updates from Harrisburg.

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Police Investigating Break-In at Little League Field

The Ashland Police Department is investigating a break-in to a storage shed at the Ashland Little League Field.

Big Diamond Speedway Plans Thrilling Schedule For 2016

MINERSVILLE, PA - There will be no shortage of excitement during the 2016 season at Big Diamond Speedway.

Accumulating Snow Expected Monday Through Wednesday

Even though we've seen some great warm temperatures on Sunday, Schuylkill County could expect to see accumulating snow from Monday through Wednesday.


The expected snowfall will not cripple us like the last snowstorm but definitely will cause some travel troubles.

According to the National Weather Service, a widespread light to moderate snowfall is expected starting late Monday with on and off snow through early Wednesday.  The storm is expected to start out as rain late Monday then transition to all snow overnight Monday into Tuesday.

Early reports are forecasting 3-4 inches of snow for Schuylkill County.

Continue to follow Skook News for more updates.

Argall Set to Host Telephone Town Hall with Local Residents Following Governor’s Budget Address

HARRISBURG – Senator David G. Argall (R-Schuylkill/Berks) will be listening to the concerns of local residents and discussing the governor’s latest budget proposal during a telephone town hall event on Tuesday, February 9 from 6:00 - 7:00 p.m.

“The governor is scheduled to deliver his second budget address in which he’s expected to ask the taxpayers for more of their hard-earned money,” Argall said. “Over the last year, the overwhelming consensus from Berks and Schuylkill County residents is to not give in to the governor’s demands for higher taxes. This will give local residents a forum to express their concerns and provide valuable feedback for me in relation to the governor’s budget address.”

Argall encourages local residents to participate by signing up on his website in advance at www.SenatorArgall.com or by dialing 1-877-229-8493 and using access code 111786 the night of the event.

In addition to fielding questions on state government issues, Argall will also ask participants for feedback during the call on a number of issues, including school property tax reform, pension reform, welfare reform, among others.

Cabin Fever Hike with Porcupine Pat Scheduled

Shake off those winter blahs by enjoying a crisp walk outdoors with “Porcupine Pat” on Saturday, February 27, 2016, 10:00-11:30 a.m. at Sweet Arrow Lake County Park. This walk will invigorate you as we check for winter weeds, winter birds, and enjoy winter scenery. Meet in the Waterfall Road parking lot at the park. This program is free and open to the public and is suitable for all ages.

Tree-mendous Winter Tree Id Trek Scheduled

On Sunday, February 21, 2016 sharpen your natural detective skills by trekking the trails of Sweet Arrow Lake County Park to search for the true personalities of a variety of deciduous trees. Service forester Frank Snyder of the PA Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, Bureau of Forestry leads you on a field walk, now that the leaves are down, to learn how to identify deciduous trees using twigs, buds, bud scars, bark, tree form and other features.

Meet at the large pavilion near the Park clubhouse at 2:00 p.m. and be sure to dress for the weather. All participants will receive a complimentary copy of the “Common Trees of Pennsylvania” field guide. Grab your hat and mittens and get out there and enjoy the winter with us! This program is free and open to the public.