Ashland reservoir work to resume in May
ASHLAND — The remaining upgrade work to be done at the Ashland Area Municipal Authority reservoir will resume in May to finish the project that began in 2015. At Monday’s meeting, the water authority...
View ArticleAnglers open trout season in Schuylkill County
Although the turnout was less than usual for Saturday’s opening day of the state Fish and Boat Commission’s Southeast Region trout season because of a steady rain that lasted through midmorning in...
View ArticleModeration still a good message
Moderation. This was my mother’s parting word to me as I’d breeze out the front door on a Friday or Saturday night, ready to conquer the world, or, rather, our small, suburban town. As a teenager, I...
View ArticleVisitors find inspiration at Spring Thaw Arts & Culture Tour
SCHUYLKILL HAVEN — Inspiration can be found during the Spring Thaw Arts & Culture Tour in Schuylkill County. The free weekend event, sponsored by Celebrate Schuylkill and the Schuylkill County...
View ArticleBirths, April 3, 2016
Good Samaritan Hospital, Lebanon To Travis and Marissa Sunday Frantz, Pine Grove, a daughter, Feb. 12. Geisinger Medical Center, Danville To Joseph Biel and Megan Zimmerman, Minersville, a son, March 27.
View ArticleAttorney outlines Gillingham public hearings
The public will not be allowed to speak at eight public hearings that have been scheduled regarding the future of Gillingham Charter School, Pottsville, according to an attorney from Allentown who’s...
View ArticlePluses, minuses of artificial sweeteners
Q: What should I know about artificial sweeteners before I opt for them for myself or my kids in place of regular ol’ sugar? — GRETCHEN ABDOW, PHILADELPHIA A: These days, it’s incredibly easy to...
View ArticlePolice log, April 3, 2016
Police investigate burglary case MOUNT CARBON — State police at Schuylkill Haven said three incidents of burglary were committed at Mystic Screen Printing and Embroidery last month. Police said the...
View ArticleJourney tribute band rocks out at Pine Grove Area fundraiser
PINE GROVE — Separate Ways The Band, a Journey tribute band, delighted audiences Saturday at Pine Grove Area High School. “It’s just like seeing the real thing,” Marsha Hullihan, 64, of...
View ArticleBoy Scout Troop 625 in Schuylkill Haven celebrates 80th anniversary
SCHUYLKILL HAVEN — Local and state representatives, the governor and a former U.S. president offered their congratulations to Boy Scout Troup 625 for its 80th anniversary. A celebration was held...
View ArticleRush Township received extra cash
The state auditor general’s office found that Rush Township received a $3,921 overpayment in state aid due to an error on a certification form following an audit of the non-uniformed pension plan. The...
View ArticleAround the region, April 4, 2015
n Ashland: At the March 31 meeting, the Rotarians hosted the student of the month and Shannon Scheuren said Rotarians will participate in the semi-annual Schuylkill Keep It Pretty cleanup by clearing...
View ArticleSenators seek to fast track foreclosure
HARRISBURG — The process to foreclose vacant and abandoned properties would be speeded up to fight blight under legislation written by two senators from Northeast Pennsylvania. Sens. David Argall,...
View ArticleAverage criminal court term begins today
What District Attorney Christine A. Holman believes to be an average criminal term begins today in Schuylkill County Court. “We have eight jury” and seven nonjury trials scheduled, Holman said Friday....
View ArticleDeeds, April 4, 2016
Deeds Ashland — Edward J. Smith to Viktoria L. Rinker; 1709 Market St.; $7,000. Butler Township and Gordon — Randy Bilder and Andrea M. Bilder to Randy A. Bilder; two properties; $1. Coaldale —...
View ArticleGreater Pottsville Area Sewer Authority approves plumbing payments
At its March meeting Wednesday, the Greater Pottsville Area Sewer Authority decided to reimburse two property owners the cost of plumbing. “I’m seeking approval for reimbursement of plumber’s costs at...
View ArticleAshland police charge man with armed robbery
ASHLAND — Ashland police have filed charges against a man in connection with an armed robbery at a borough business last year. Patrolman Daniel Weikel III charged Jason Pryce, who is currently jailed...
View ArticleInterstate 81 guide rail work begins today
Contractors for the state Department of Transportation will start guide rail repair today on Interstate 81. Motorists are asked to be aware of lane restrictions that will be in effect starting today on...
View ArticleZion Baptist event aims to build confidence ‘head to soul’ in girls
MAHANOY CITY — The young girls who attended the “Head to Soul” makeover at Zion Baptist Church learned more about each other Sunday. The 15 girls got to know more about each other by asking questions...
View ArticleState grant will fund new water quality monitoring on Upper Swatara Creek
HARRISBURG — The Schuylkill Conservation District will receive a $67,024 grant from the state Department of Environmental Protection to again monitor water quality on the Upper Swatara Creek, state...
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