Blankets distributed to seniors through Meals on Wheels program
POTTSVILLE — As the weather turned colder, the timing could not be better for the distribution of free cozy blankets Friday to senior citizens who benefit from the Meals on Wheels program in...
View ArticleBeds4Paws turns over donations
The founder of an organization that makes beds for shelter dogs and cats said finding volunteer help is becoming more difficult. As a result, Paul Kattner said he is turning over donations collected...
View ArticleAround the region, Jan. 12, 2019
Altamont Free community dinners are held 4:30 to 6 p.m. the third Thursday of the month, October to April, at Altamont Fire Company near Frackville. All are welcome but those planning to attend must...
View ArticleScientist outlines his work combating Ebola in Africa
SCHUYLKILL HAVEN — Michael Wiley told about 75 people on Friday that fighting diseases like Ebola is an exciting part of what he does for a living. “I have a pretty cool job. It’s taken me across the...
View ArticleMan wanted after Ashland crash
ASHLAND — Ashland police have obtained an arrest warrant for a man stemming from an incident in the area of 1413 Centre St. in the borough around 9:40 a.m. Friday. The warrant filed by Chief Gerard...
View ArticleAuthor to speak at Marian
International speaker and author John Pridmore will talk about how he turned his life around during a Jan. 25 visit to Marian Catholic High School in Rush Township. The 1 p.m. public event is part of...
View ArticleFor the record, Jan. 12, 2019
Deeds Cressona — St. Mark’s United Church of Christ to St. Mark’s United Church of Christ; 30 Pottsville St.; $1. Delano Township — Melanie McGrath, Dylan Messerschmidt and Sumer Messerschmidt to John...
View ArticleBids for Legion Memorial Park in Minersville exceed expectations
MINERSVILLE — Borough council members were surprised when the bids for Legion Memorial Park came in more than expected recently. The yet-to-be-built park is planned for the site of the former American...
View ArticleUp to a third of knee replacements pack pain and regret
Danette Lake thought surgery would relieve the pain in her knees. The arthritis pain began as a dull ache in her early 40s, brought on largely by the pressure of unwanted weight. Lake managed to lose...
View ArticleWilliams Valley principal’s firing upheld
Williams Valley school board members acted legally when they dismissed High School Principal Tracey R. Weller, the state secretary of education decided on Thursday. In an 18-page opinion and order,...
View ArticleFlu season in full swing locally
While it may not come as much comfort for those fighting fever, aches, chills, congestion and other common symptoms of influenza, a pair of area doctors agreed that it’s been a fairly average flu...
View ArticlePolice log, Jan. 13, 2019
Man charged with dollar store theft ASHLAND — A Pitman man was arrested by state police at Frackville and charged with retail theft after an incident at the Dollar General store Jan. 5. Police said...
View ArticleRoadwork scheduled in county this week
The state Department of Transportation advises the motoring public of the following roadwork in Schuylkill County this week: • Shoulder work and widening on Route 443 from Pine Grove to the Lebanon...
View ArticleFor the record, Jan. 13, 2019
Deeds Ashland — Joseph G. Groody, sheriff of Schuylkill County, to Nationstar HECM Acquisition Trust 2018-2; 1100 Spruce St.; $1,244.18. Butler Township — Joseph G. Groody, sheriff of Schuylkill...
View ArticleAround the region, Jan. 13, 2019
Mahanoy City The Mahanoy Area United Veterans Parade Committee is looking for a veteran to be the grand marshal for this year’s Memorial Day weekend activities that include a program held at the tank...
View ArticleRush Township supervisors reorganize
HOMETOWN — The Rush Township board of supervisors will once again be led by Shawn Gilbert. Supervisors held their reorganization meeting Monday and kept the same lineup with Gilbert as chairman and...
View ArticlePolice seek man who skipped court
POTTSVILLE — Schuylkill County District Attorney Michael A. O’Pake and the Schuylkill County detectives are asking for the public’s help in locating a man who failed to appear in Schuylkill County...
View ArticleCriminal Court
POTTSVILLE — A Northumberland County man will not have to serve time in prison after admitting Tuesday to a Schuylkill County judge that he lied about providing home improvement services to an Ashland...
View ArticleWinter Carnival's Snowdrop contestants show off fashion
SAINT CLAIR — Girls from Schuylkill County took to the catwalk at the Fairlane Village mall on Saturday as part of the annual Snowdrop Fashion Show. The show, held in the former Write-Craft Store,...
View ArticleKline Township re-elects chairman
Kline Township Supervisor Dale Wesner was re-elected chairman of the board of supervisors at their annual reorganization meeting Monday. Supervisor Carmen Cara was re-elected vice chairman. The third...
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