Jun 29, 2026 | Crash, Schuylkill County
One man is facing charges after a Monday morning crash that severely damaged a Port Carbon daycare. Police and emergency personnel responded to the scene at Washington Street, in Port Carbon, where a white 2013 Nissan Pathfinder had crashed into a wall of the Little...
Jun 29, 2026 | Road Work, Schuylkill County
PennDOT has announced the following road work projects in Schuylkill County: Union and North Union Townships will see milling and paving work on Zion Grove/Ringtown Road between Ringtown and Route 339. Expect lane restrictions in effect from 6:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m....
Jun 18, 2026 | Court, Local news, Schuylkill County
In a press release, Pennsylvania Attorney General Dave Sunday announced that former East Union Officer, 40-year-old Douglas Litwhiler, is facing over 20 felonies, stemming from allegations he accessed secure law enforcement resources to stalk his ex-wife and a man she...
Jun 9, 2026 | Local news, Pottsville, Schuylkill County
POTTSVILLE – The City of Pottsville voted unanimously to appoint Robert J. Straebel as City Administrator, along with approving an employment contract, during their monthly meeting on Monday evening. An announcement posted on the city’s website before the...
Jun 8, 2026 | Road Work, Schuylkill County, Traffic
PennDOT has announced the following road work projects in Schuylkill County: Ryan Township will see rail crossing work on Tuscarora Park Road between PA 309 and Main Road. Expect 24-hour restrictions as the road will be closed and detoured. A posted detour will...
Jun 1, 2026 | Schuylkill County
A Barnesville man was killed after being struck by a vehicle in Rush Township Sunday evening. According to an information release, Pennsylvania State Police responded to the scene at the 200 block of Grier Avenue. Police report that 31-year-old Austin Didgen, a...
