Mohegan Sun hosts Kentucky Derby events
And they’re off! The most exciting two minutes in sports, more commonly known as the Kentucky Derby, hits the track this Saturday and The Downs at Mohegan Sun Pocono, Wilkes-Barre, is getting in on the...
View ArticleJoulwan: ISIS ‘most dangerous threat’ to U.S.
BARNESVILLE — Retired Army Gen. George A. Joulwan returned Thursday to his native Schuylkill County to warn people of the dangers of terrorism in this country and around the world. “ISIS is the most...
View ArticleAscension Day service tradition continues at Old White Church
RINGTOWN — More than 100 people gathered at the historic Old White Church between Ringtown and Brandonville on Thursday for the annual Ascension Day ecumenical worship service. The traditional morning...
View ArticleGirardville prepares for water line replacement
GIRARDVILLE — A large length of water mains in Girardville will be replaced during the summer that will cause some service interruptions as the line is being replaced. The Girardville Borough Council...
View ArticlePottsville railroad plans more excursions from Union Station
On Sunday, two Rail Diesel Cars similar to the passenger trains that provided service from Pottsville to Philadelphia more than 30 years ago will be carrying passengers on a Mother’s Day excursion from...
View ArticleLocations identified for gypsy moth spraying in county
The state Department of Conservation and Natural Resources will spray nine locations in Schuylkill County to combat gypsy moths. The dates when the spraying will occur are not yet listed on...
View ArticlePower company seeks zoning exception for proposed plant in Good Spring
Future Power PA LLC is seeking a special exception for its proposed $300 million power plant in Good Spring. The company previously received a zoning permit for a coal gasification and power facility...
View ArticleNational Day of Prayer observed at Schuylkill County Courthouse
Dawn Lafferty tries to begin most of her mornings with it — prayer. She and more than 200 people attended Thursday’s 65th annual National Day of Prayer, held in Courtroom 1 of the Schuylkill County...
View ArticleGet out and enjoy Schuylkill County
Here we are in May and I can’t help thinking, “Is it ever going to warm up and will it ever stop raining?” My goodness, I’m ready for the sun’s warmth and some outdoor enjoyment! I know we need the...
View ArticleAround the region, May 6, 2016
n Barnesville: Conservation volunteer and avid birder David Kruel will lead a bird walk at 7:30 a.m. May 21 at Tuscarora State Park. The walk will begin at the park’s visitor center. Kruel will offer...
View ArticlePolice log, May 6, 2016
Police charge man for having drugs MAHANOY CITY — Mahanoy City police charged a borough man in connection with an incident about 6:45 p.m. April 19 at his 1002 E. Railroad St. home. Police said Michael...
View ArticleCorrection, May 7, 2016
Headline incorrect A mock accident conducted Friday in Mahanoy City was sponsored and coordinated by the West End Fire and Rescue Company. A headline in Friday’s Republican-Herald incorrectly stated...
View ArticleAround the region, May 7, 2016
n Barnesville: A Spirit of Tuscarora Trail hike is set for 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. May 18. The trail is 4 1/2 miles and rated moderate. It winds through several diverse habitats with a view of the...
View ArticleHegins Township discusses reycling site abuse
HEGINS — Hegins Township supervisors vowed Wednesday to crack down on those who abuse the recycling site off Gap Street. Chairman Gary Harner said people were recently putting items outside of the bins...
View ArticleRidgeview's owners pledge continuing excellent care
SHENANDOAH HEIGHTS — Ridgeview Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center changed ownership two months ago, but the new owners are continuing the facility’s tradition of care for its residents and others who...
View ArticleJudge dismisses special education lawsuit against Hamburg Area
A federal judge has dismissed a lawsuit in which parents of a disabled student sought tuition reimbursement from Hamburg Area School District. The district’s determination that the student, identified...
View ArticleWest Mahanoy selects new police chief, full-time patrolman
SHENANDOAH HEIGHTS — The West Mahanoy Township supervisors promoted part-time Patrolman Marvin Livergood to police chief and to full-time status during Thursday’s special meeting. The supervisors also...
View ArticlePennDOT plans road work throughout county
The state Department of Transportation announced plans for the following road work throughout Schuylkill County next week between 7 a.m. and 3 p.m. Monday through Friday: • Crack sealing in Frailey and...
View ArticleNativity BVM graduate prepares meals at Kentucky Derby
When the horses break from the starting gate at today’s Kentucky Derby, Bridget M. Callahan will be there. But instead of wearing a fancy hat and sipping a mint julep, the Nativity BVM High School...
View ArticleMinersville students learn etiquette at Gentleman's Group
MINERSVILLE — The first Gentlemen’s Group program at the Minersville Area High School put what they learned to the test Friday with a special luncheon in the career and counseling center at the school....
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