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Schuylkill County Obituaries for 01/10/17

January 10, 2017, 8:34 pm
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Schuylkill County Obituaries for 01/10/17

James “Jimmer” H. Lynch, 66, of St. Clair, died Tuesday at his residence.

Born in Pottsville, December 20, 1950, He was the son of the late James and Helen (Burns) Lynch.

An avid sports fan, he was a 1968 graduate of St. Clair High School where he lettered in football, basketball and baseball. He was a PIAA referee for 25 years.

Jimmer retired from the Ashland Foundry working for 28 years.

He was a member of St. Clare of Assisi Roman Catholic Church, St. Clair.

Surviving are his wife of Carolyn Lynch of Pottsville , a loving father to his sons, 2 sisters Midge Umbenhaur and her husband William of St. Clair, Peggy Leoni and her husband Joseph of Wyomissing, nieces and nephews.

Memorial Service will be held at 7:30 PM Friday from the Bruce T. Hart Funeral Home, 110 North Second Street St. Clair. The Rev. Msgr. William F. Glosser will be officiating. Friends may call from 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM Friday at the Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the St. Clair Little League, P.O. Box 22, St. Clair, PA 17970.

Internment will be private at the convenience of the family.

Bruce T. Hart Funeral Home, St. Clair, is in charge of arrangements. Condolences can be sent to http://www.brucethartfuneralhome.com

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Martha M Kutz, 91, of Old Forge Rd., Pine Grove, passed away on Monday, January 9, 2017 at home surrounded by her family.

Born on July 15, 1925 in Swopes Valley, Pine Grove Twp., she was a daughter of the late Robert L. Sr. and Mollie SattizahnWolfe.

She was a member of the Schuylkill Church of the Brethren, Pine Grove and attended God's Missionary Church, Lebanon.

Martha was very proud of her Pennsylvania Dutch Heritage and enjoyed listening to southern gospel music.

Preceding her in death were her husband of 57 years, Amos L. Kutz on May 16, 2003; seven brothers, Mark, Adam, Paul E., Sr., Walter, Robert Jr., Samuel M. Sr. and Daniel Wolfe; three sisters, Eva Wambaugh, Edna Wolfe and Mary Brown.

Surviving are two daughters; Nancy, wife of Ronald Kocher of Lebanon, Anna Mae Wenger of Friedensburg; five sons, Rev. Amos and wife Lisa Kutz of Christiansburg, VA, Rev. Mark and wife Harriet Kutz of Lebanon, Larry Kutz, Luke and wife Denise Kutz and John Kutz, all of Pine Grove; 13 grandchildren; 13 great grandchildren; two brothers, David Wolfe and Joseph Wolfe; a sister, Molly Daubert, all of Pine Grove, nieces and nephews.

Funeral Services will be held on Friday, January 13, 2017 at 10:00 A.M. from God's Missionary Church, 2127 Hill St., Lebanon with Pastor Alan Walter officiating. There will be a viewing on Thursday, January 12, 2017 from 6:30 P.M.-9:00 P.M. at the H. L. Snyder Funeral Home, Inc., Pine Grove and on Friday, January 13, 2017 from 9:00 A.M. until time of service at the Church. Interment will follow in the Schuylkill Church of the Brethren Cemetery, Pine Grove.

In lieu of flowers, the family would prefer contributions be made to God's Missionary Church, 2127 Hill St. Lebanon, Pa. 17046 in her memory.

You may send condolences online to the family at our website www.hlsnyderfuneralhome.com

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Pearl L. Pearson, 93, of Tower City passed away Monday, January 9th at Heritage Mill Personal Care Home, Tower City.

Born in Schuylkill Haven, July 14, 1923, a daughter of the late Roy and Helen Drey Frantz.

Pearl was a member of the Muir Foursquare Gospel Church, where was a former Sunday school teacher and deaconess. She was currently attending Calvary Independent Church, Lykens.

Pearl was a wonderful wife, mother and grandmother. She was a true spiritual leader for her family, church and community. She will be deeply missed.

She was predeceased by her husband Robert Sr., 2008; a son Robert Jr., 2013; two sisters, Rydell Frantz and Lorraine Schylaske.

Surviving are her daughter, Carol Shadle and her husband Ken, Tower City; a daughter-in-law, Robyn Pearson, Williamstown; five grandchildren, Kristi Peterson, Kenny Shadle, Matthew Pearson, Megan Camilli and Marcy Pendleton; thirteen great grandchildren; two brothers, Roy and Terry Frantz both of Williamstown. Nieces and nephews.

Funeral Services will be held Friday, January 13th at 2:00 pm from the Chapel of the Dimon Funeral Home Inc., Tower City with Pastors Robert Straub and Annette Shutt. Burial will be in the Fairview Cemetery, Williamstown. Viewing will be from 1-2 at the chapel. Memorial donations in Pearls name should be made to Calvary Independent Church, 6300 State Rte. 209 Lykens PA 17048 or Calvary United Methodist Church, 519 Pottsville Street, Wiconisco PA 17097. To sign the guest book visit www.dimonfuneralhome.com
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Schuylkill County School Delays for 01/11/2017

January 11, 2017, 2:09 am
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Schuylkill County School Delays for 01/11/2017


Assumption BVM - 2 Hour Delay

Blue Mountain - 2 Hour Delay

Child Development - 1 Hour Delay

Gillingham Charter - 2 Hour Delay

Mahanoy Area - 3 Hour Delay, HS & Middle School Doors will open at 10:30am and Elementary at 10:45am

Marian Catholic - 2 Hour Delay

McCann School of Business, Pottsville - 2 Hour Delay

Minersville - 2 Hour Delay

Nativity BVM - 2 Hour Delay

North Schuylkill - 2 Hour Delay, Data Delay Cancelled, no parent drop off

Penn State Schuylkill - 2 Hour Delay, Compressed Schedule

Pine Grove Area - 2 Hour Delay

Pottsville Area - 2 Hour Delay

Schuylkill Haven - 2 Hour Delay

Schuylkill Maple Ave - 2 Hour Delay

Schuylkill Special Education Center - 2 Hour Delay

Schuylkill Techology North & South - 2 Hour Delay

Shenandoah Valley - 2 Hour Delay

St. Ambrose / Schuylkill Haven - 2 Hour Delay

St. Jerome / Tamaqua - 2 Hour Delay

St. Nicholas Minersville - 2 Hour Delay

St. Clair - 2 Hour Delay

Tamaqua Area - 2 Hour Delay

Tri-Valley - 2 Hour Delay

Williams Valley - 2 Hour Delay
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Schuylkill County Police Log for 01/11/2017

January 11, 2017, 6:24 am
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Schuylkill County Police Log for 01/11/2017


Stolen Vehicle Found, Man Charged with Robbery and Assault

On December 28, 2016 Frackville Borough Police were called to the Econo Lodge for a stolen vehicle.

Police arrived on scene and observed the stolen vehicle on South Middle Street. While getting information, the caller stated Melvin Brown had pointed a gun at the individual demanding the keys to the vehicle.

Brown then took the vehicle, and was stopped by an other individual. When the individual attempted to take the keys to the vehicle back, Brown then took the individuals head striking it off the steering wheel. Brown then fled the scene.


Brown is charged with Robbery, Theft by unlawful taking or disposition, Receiving stolen property, Terrorist Threats, two counts of simple assault, Harassment, Unauthorized use of automobiles and other vehicle, and driving while operating privilege is suspended.

All charges will be answered to Magisterial District Judge Christina Hale, Frackville.

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Two Facing Charges After Incident

The West Mahanoy Township Police Department has filed charges against two individuals after an incident on December 7th, when Police were called to Motel 6 for a report of disorderly conduct.

During the course of the investigation, William Huth Jr., Minersville, provided Police with false information regarding his identity. 

The second individual, Justine Ellinger, Minersville, was found to be in possession of several items of drug paraphernalia. Huth was charged False Identification to Law Enforcement and Ellinger was charged with Possession of Drug Paraphernalia as a result of the incident. 

Both will have to answer to these charges before Magisterial District Judge Christina Hale, Frackville.

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Woman Facing Multiple Charges After Incidents

Frackville Borough Police have filed charges against Ashley Duran for multiple incidents that occurred on December 13,2016 and December 15,2016.
On December 13,2016 Police responded to a domestic in progress. Police arrived on scene and could hear loud banging and screaming in the building. When attempting to locate the actors, two females had exited their apartment running towards police. After police stated multiple times to back up and calm down, Duran refused to do so. After Duran was told she was going to be placed into custody, she continued to scream then returned to her apartment after told not to.
Also on December 13,2016 Police responded for an unwanted person. Duran proceeded to leave the property. While leaving the property Duran struck the passenger mirror of the patrol vehicle. Officers then attempted to initiate a traffic stop having knowledge Duran did not posses a valid drivers license. At that time Duran did not stop her vehicle, and did not stop for any posted stop signs. After multiple attempts Duran then came to a stop and was placed into custody.
On December 15,2016 Police responded for a female trespassing.
Police arrived on scene to speak with Duran, and inform her she was not permitted on the property after being told prior.
Duran has been charged with the following:
Institutional vandalism, Fleeing or attempting to elude police officers, Criminal mischief, Driving while operating privilege is suspended, Drivers required to be licensed, Stop and yield signs, Disorderly conduct, and Trespassing.
Duran must answer to the above charges to MDJ Hale, Frackville.

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Man Facing Attempted to Flee Police While Being Taken into Custody

On December 28, 2016 Frackville Police were called for an unwanted person.

When police arrived and spoke with the caller, the caller wanted Heath Livergood removed from the residence. Livergood also had an active warrant. After police advised he was being taken into custody, Livergood proceeded to exit out of the residence, fleeing from police.

Livergood is charged with Flight to avoid apprehension, trial or punishment, Resisting arrest, and disorderly conduct. All charges will be answered to Magisterial Distrct Judge Christina Hale, Frackville.
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Schuylkill County Obituaries for 01/11/2017

January 11, 2017, 7:11 am
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Schuylkill County Obituaries for 01/11/2017

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Helen E. Breisch, age 75, of Cumbola, PA passed away Monday, January 9th, 2017 at Schuylkill Center in Pottsville.

Born in Pottsville, PA on June 3, 1941, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Helen (Popnick) Wassel.

Helen worked as a machine operator in the garment industry for many years and then worked as a dietary aide for the Pottsville Hospital until retiring in 2003.

She was a member of Cumbola Methodist Church and the International Ladies Garment Workers Union.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a brother Joseph Wassel and a sister Theresa Large.

Helen is survived by her husband of 57 years, Nelson P. Breisch, Cumbola; a son Nelson J. Breisch and his wife Linda, Elizabethtown, PA; 2 daughters: Pamela H. Breisch, Cumbola, PA and Robin L. Pavlick and her husband Sam, Lake Wynonah, PA; 3 grandsons: Drew Pavlick and Matthew and Kevin Breisch; a granddaughter Sarah Pavlick; 3 sisters: Joan Thomas, Pottsville, PA, Anna Flail, MacAdoo, PA, and Christine Johnson, Tamaqua, PA; and nieces and nephews.

Religious Service at Robert A. Evans Jr. Funeral Home, Port Carbon, PA. at 11AM on Friday, January 13th, with Rev. Ashley Brown and Rev. Bob Berry officiating.

Relatives and Friends are invited to a viewing on Friday morning from 9-11AM at Robert A. Evans Jr. Funeral Home, 208 Pike St., Port Carbon.

Interment will be held in the Schuylkill Memorial Park Cemetery Schuylkill Haven, PA.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Cumbola Methodist Church, Market Street, Cumbola, PA 17930.

Please send condolences to www.robertaevansjrfh.com
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Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 01/11/2017

January 11, 2017, 8:18 am
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Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 01/11/2017

Wednesday - Cloudy, Showers Late - High in the Upper 40's
Wednesday Night - Showers Early then Cloudy Overnight - Low in the Upper 30's
Thursday - Showers - High near 50
Friday - Cloudy - High in the Mid 30's
Saturday - Afternoon Snow Showers - High in the Mid 30's
Sunday - Sun and Clouds - High in the Mid 30's
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Local Lawmakers Ask Residents to Sign Petition to Keep SCI Frackville Open

January 11, 2017, 6:20 pm
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Senator David G. Argall (R-Schuylkill/Berks) and Representatives Neal Goodman (D-Schuylkill), Jerry Knowles (R-Berks/Carbon/Schuylkill) and Mike Tobash (R-Schuylkill/Dauphin) are launching online petitions to encourage Governor Wolf and Department of Corrections Secretary John Wetzel to keep the state prison in Frackville open.


The local legislators believe the issue is deeper than the 400 local men and women employed at the prison.

“This is truly an impact that could be felt across not just the community, but across the county and region,” Argall said. “These petitions are for taxpayers who feel very strongly that SCI Frackville should remain open.”

“I’m shocked SCI Frackville was included in this list. Frackville is one of the best-run facilities in the Commonwealth,” Goodman said. “Schuylkill County also is an area that cannot sustain the loss of 400 positions. We are doing everything we can to prevent this. We need your help in signing this petition to keep Frackville open.”

“The reality is there would be no good reason to close SCI-Frackville,” Knowles said. “I hope Schuylkill County residents and area taxpayers take the time to sign this petition and have their voices heard when it comes to keeping this facilities’ doors open.”

“I have heard from many of our neighbors who are upset about SCI Frackville being on the list of potential facilities to be closed,” Tobash said. “I am not in favor of that happening, and I am encouraging everyone to sign the petition to help keep SCI Frackville open.”

The lawmakers continue to remain in contact with Governor Wolf and Secretary Wetzel through the process to close the state prisons.

Individuals wishing to sign the petition may sign it on Senator Argall’s website at www.SenatorArgall.com or Representative Neal Goodman’s website at www.pahouse.net/Goodman.
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Senate Committees to Hold Joint Hearing on State Prison Closures

January 11, 2017, 6:24 pm
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Three Senate committees will hold a joint public hearing to review the Wolf administration’s decision to potentially close two state prisons.

The Senate Majority and Democratic Policy Committees and Senate Judiciary Committee will hold a public hearing on Monday, January 23 at 9:30 a.m. in Hearing Room No. 1 of the North Office Building in the state Capitol.

On January 6, the Department of Corrections announced that they would close two state prisons in June. Five state prisons are currently under consideration, including SCI Frackville, SCI Mercer, SCI Pittsburgh, SCI Retreat and SCI Waymart.

The administration is scheduled to make its final decision as to which two prisons will close on January 26.

The committees’ goal is to look at various aspects of the proposed closings including cost to taxpayers, public safety, transparency, prison overpopulation and the impact on local communities.

“We need to put everything on the table and figure out how and why the administration chose the five prisons they did,” Senate Majority Policy Committee Chairman David G. Argall (R-Schuylkill/Berks) said. “We want to bring transparency to this process that could have a major impact on a lot of people.”

“While we have achieved the goal of dramatically reducing Pennsylvania’s inmate population, prison closures will affect prison staff members and many people in the surrounding communities,” said Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Stewart J. Greenleaf (R-Bucks/Montgomery). “I will continue to pursue policies that prioritize rehabilitation over incarceration for non-violent offenders, but we must approach possible prison closures with caution.”

“I respect the Wolf Administration’s efforts to improve government efficiency and reduce state spending,” said Senate Democratic Policy Committee Chair Senator Lisa Boscola (D-Northampton/Lehigh). “This joint bipartisan hearing is a key step in the decision-making process as we discuss all factors with stakeholders.”

"I applaud Governor Wolf for breaking from past practice by presenting a transparent timeline, soliciting public input, and working with the legislature to ensure any prison closures are done safely and efficiently,” Senate Judiciary Committee Democratic Chairman Daylin Leach (D-Montgomery/Delaware) said. “My colleagues and I look forward to conducting a thorough examination of the Governor's decision and providing our input.”
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Family and Friends Asking for Help Finding Missing Teen

January 11, 2017, 6:33 pm
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Family and Friends of a missing teen are asking for the public's help.
Savanah Searfoss. 19. was last heard from Sunday night into Monday morning.

Her last known location was in the Pottsville and Palo Alto area.

Anyone that has seen Savanah is asked to contact (570) 225-6785 with any information.
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Pennsylvania Game Commission’s Eagle Cam Returns

January 12, 2017, 6:10 am
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The Eagle Cam is back!
The Pennsylvania Game Commission’s Eagle Cam is back online.

On Thursday, The Game Commission launched the latest rendition of its Eagle Cam, which enables viewers worldwide round-the-clock access to live video and audio captured at a bald-eagle nest in Hanover, Pa. and streamed in real time via the internet.

The Eagle Cam is provided through a partnership among the Game Commission, HDOnTap, Comcast Business and Codorus State Park.

The Eagle Cam features two cameras, each equipped with a microphone, running round the clock to capture footage from 75 feet high in a tree adjacent to Codorus State Park. Eagles have nested at the tree for more than 10 years, and have successfully fledged young there many times.

Last year, however, was a tough one for the eagles at the nest. While one of two eggs hatched, the chick died shortly after. And while the adult eagles loyally continued to incubate the remaining egg, it never hatched, and they abandoned their nesting attempt.

Then the nest partially collapsed, casting doubt on whether the Eagle Cam livestream could continue at the same site in coming seasons. But the nest was rebuilt, and a pair of adults appear ready to make another go of it this season.

Game Commission Executive Director R. Matthew Hough said the uncertain future of the eagles that will be spending time in front of the camera is part of the reason it’s attracted so many viewers. Even last year, when the nesting attempt ended early, more than 550,000 individuals tuned in to watch. And during the successful nesting two years ago, there were about 1.5 million viewers.

“The Game Commission’s Eagle Cam allows us to view bald eagles in a way you really can’t in the wild,” Hough said. “Over the past four years, we’ve seen an adult eagle defend its egg against a raiding raccoon, watched as another adult unwaveringly continued to incubate eggs as snow piled up on its back, and had to deal with a newly obstructed view after one chick targeted the camera lens. Even during last year’s failed nesting attempt, watching the eagles’ response was fascinating.

“With the Eagle Cam, what will happen next is anyone’s guess,” Hough said.

Of course, this run of the Eagle Cam wouldn’t be possible without the support of many partners.

Comcast Business and its technicians worked with the Game Commission and partner HDOnTap to provide a static IP address and provide 100 Mbps broadband service near the nesting the site.

“Comcast Business’ ongoing partnership with the Pennsylvania Game Commission has helped so many people around the world watch the excitement of hatching season during the past three years,” said Paul Merritt, vice president of Comcast Business for the Keystone Region. “We’re proud of our work delivering fast internet speeds for a project that blends education with fascination.”

HDOnTap once again is providing the live-streaming services that make round-the-clock viewing of the Eagle Cam possible. HDOnTap marketing director Tassia Bezdeka said the Game Commission’s Eagle Cam has been the most popular of any of the nest cams the service has streamed.

“HDOnTap is honored to continue our partnership with the Game Commission in streaming the Hanover bald eagle nest,” Bezdeka said. “This is our most-popular nest cam, and we look forward to watching the eagles alongside the public. Last year, viewers enjoyed over 5.5 million hours of 24-7, live HD video and audio of the nest, as well as daily time-lapse clips on screens worldwide. We can't wait to see what develops this season!”

The Game Commission also would like to thank the state Department of Conservation and Natural Resources and Codorus State Park for making the Eagle Cam a reality.

Codorus State Park operations manager Deanna Schall said it’s a worthy project.

“We are happy to be involved in a partnership that allows people from around the world to get an inside look at an active eagle nest,” Schall said. “Not only is it fascinating to watch, it is educational as well.

“The overlook near our Classroom in the marina area provides an excellent vantage point for viewing as well, with a binocular viewer installed several years ago by the Friends of Codorus allowing visitors to get their best look at the nest.”

To view the Eagle Cam, go to the Game Commission’s website,www.pgc.pa.gov and click on the eagle cam icon found near the top of the homepage. The live stream can be accessed on the page that will open.
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Schuylkill County High School Wrestling - 1/11/17

January 12, 2017, 6:19 am
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Schuylkill County High School Wrestling - 1/11/17


Blue Mountain - 54
Tamaqua - 27

Pottsville - 56
North Schuylkill - 14

Jim Thorpe -
Pine Grove -

Tri-Valley -
Mahanoy Area -

Williams Valley -
Halifax - 
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Schuylkill County High School Basketball Scores - 01/11/2017

January 12, 2017, 6:20 am
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Schuylkill County High School Basketball Scores - 01/11/2017

Girls

Pottsville - 47
Blue Mountain - 43

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Fire Crews Called to Fully Involved Structure Fire Thursday Morning

January 12, 2017, 6:53 am
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Fire crews are currently at the scene of a fully involved structure fire in Tower City.

Around 9:30am, fire crews were called to 317 West Grand Avenue, Tower City, for a fully involved structure fire.

Schuylkill Units and Tankers from the western end of the county as well as Dauphin County units have been called to fight the blaze.

More details when they are available.





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Water Boil Advisory Issued After Water Main Break

January 12, 2017, 7:08 am
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PennDOT Launches Video to Assist Pennsylvanians in Navigating Roundabouts

January 12, 2017, 7:36 am
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The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) today launched a video to assist Pennsylvanians in navigating roundabouts. The video instructs viewers how to use both single and multi-lane roundabouts whether in a vehicle, on a bicycle or on foot.

The video can be accessed by visiting the roundabout page on www.penndot.gov or
by visiting the department’s YouTube channel.



“Data shows that modern-day roundabouts reduce crash severity and injuries while improving traffic flow,” said PennDOT Secretary Leslie S. Richards. “This video illustrates how to navigate these intersections regardless of how you travel.”

A modern roundabout is a type of circular intersection where traffic flows continuously in a counterclockwise direction around a central island and where the entry traffic must yield to the circulating traffic. The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) encourages implementing roundabouts as they have been proven to significantly improve safety and reduce traffic delays over
traditional stop- or signal-controlled intersections. In tandem with the FHWA’s recommendation, the Pennsylvania State Transportation Innovation Council (STIC) has prioritized implementing roundabouts as alternatives to traditional intersections when possible.

Crash rates and severity of at least three years of data from before and after installation for the state’s first 10 modern roundabouts built at previous traditional stop-sign or signal-controlled intersections showed that fatal crashes were eliminated (two to zero) and major-injury crashes were also
eliminated (four to zero). Additionally, moderate-injury crashes were reduced by 71 percent (seven to two) and minor-injury crashes by 25 percent (16 to 12) as well as the total number of crashes which dropped by 16 percent (63 to 53).

National studies have shown that modern roundabouts reduce fatal crashes by up to 90 percent and result in a 75 percent reduction in injury-causing crashes.

Modern roundabouts also improve pedestrian safety by allowing people to cross shorter distances with slower moving one-way traffic.

Modern roundabouts have been being built in the United States for less than 30 years and in Pennsylvania for less than 15 years. In Pennsylvania, there are currently 32 completed roundabouts, 20 under construction and at least 10 more expected to go to construction over the next two years. To learn more about roundabouts, visit www.penndot.gov and enter “roundabouts” in the search
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Dutchmaster Morgan to Bring Laughs to Benefit This Weekend

January 12, 2017, 8:56 am
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Kai Morgan will bring his comedy act to Pottsville this Saturday.

Kai Morgan is known for his internet videos while he drives through Schuylkill County villages and boroughs and gives his comedic opinion as the "Dutchmaster" on the problems that plague the area.

This weekend, you will be able to see Morgan, as well as the "Dutchmaster" live since he will be performing at the Hossler/Woods Benefit at Goodfellas in Pottsville on Saturday, January 14th, 2017 @ 9:00pm

Saturday's benefit is to help with medical bills and expenses that Sam Hossler and Brian Woods have after being in a serious car accident. 

The event also includes a Chinese auction that will take place on Friday, January 13th from 3pm-8pm where you can 'shop and drop'.

On Saturday, January 14th the doors open at 4pm you can come and enjoy live entertainment and food for a donation of $10 from 5pm-Midnight. A cash bar will also be open.

The benefit is non-smoking and is open to all ages until 9pm.

The night's entertainment includes: The Boys Upstairs, The Local boys, Mixx, Katie & Ben, Kai Morgan, and Hooligan.

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Ashland Borough Hometown Hero Banner Project

January 12, 2017, 9:06 am
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Ashland Borough in cooperation with the Ashland Downtown Inc. American Legion, Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) and Auxiliary, Ashland Chamber of Commerce and the Ashland Area Rotary will be hosting a Hometown Hero Banner Program.

Each individual banner will be unique and honor a specific soldier including their picture, branch of service and era of service. There is space for banners on street lights on Centre Street and Hoffman Boulevard.

Anyone who interested in sponsoring a banner or making a donation can click the link to download an appliction, Download an application.

Applications may also be picked up at the following locations:
  • Ashland Borough Hall , 401 South 18th Street, Ashland PA
  • Ashland Tax Office, 936 Centre Street, Ashland PA
  • Ashland Public Library, 1229 Centre Street, Ashland PA
  • American Legion Post 434, 505 Centre Street, Ashland PA
  • Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 7654, 538 Centre St, Ashland, PA
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Tobash Places First in Draft Horse Team Driving Event at Pennsylvania Farm Show

January 12, 2017, 9:09 am
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Tobash is pictured (from left) with
Rep. Mark Keller (R-Perry/Cumberland)  and Dan Moul (R-Adams).
For the second year in a row, Rep. Mike Tobash (R-Schuylkill/Dauphin) finished first in the Mike Waugh Celebrity Draft Horse Team Event on Tuesday, Jan. 10, at the 101st Pennsylvania Farm Show.
Tobash, who was sponsored by Yuengling Brewery, competed against 23 of his legislative colleagues in this event.

“I had a blast participating in this meaningful event,” Tobash said. “It was an exciting time and a great event for a terrific cause, and I was glad to be part of it.”

To win, Tobash had to successfully take control of his assigned team hitches, lead the horses through a pattern of cones, and race back to the line to beat the clock. If a cone was knocked over, or if the hitch went out of its lane, a time penalty was added to the participant’s original time.

Proceeds of the event benefit the Pennsylvania Farm Show Scholarship Foundation. This event was coordinated by Susie and Dave Rohrbach of Bee Tree Trails in Berks County.

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Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 01/12/2017

January 12, 2017, 9:53 am
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Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 01/12/2017

Thursday - Showers - High near 50
Thursday Night -  Showers Ending - Low in the Mid 30's
Friday - Sunny - High in the Mid 30's
Saturday - Afternoon Snow Showers - High in the Mid 30's
Sunday - Sun and Clouds - High in the Mid 30's
Monday - Cloudy - High in the Upper 30's
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Schuylkill County Brewfest Returning for a Third Year

January 12, 2017, 10:06 am
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The Schuylkill County Brewfest is coming back for a third year.

The event will take place on Saturday, May 20 from 2:00 PM - 5:30 PM.

Presale for the event will run from March 1st, 2017 to April 1st, 2017 and will cost $35. Tickets up to the event will then cost $40.

A limited amount of VIP tickets will also be sold for $55. Designated driver tickets will cost $10.

No breweries have been announced for the event as of this writing but organizers promise at least 30 breweries will be available for unlimited samples.
Live music at the event will be provided by Jeremiah Tall.

Other vendors will also be at the event.

To keep up with updates on the event, you can follow them at
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Event Organizers
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Two from Schuylkill County Busted By State for Welfare Fraud

January 12, 2017, 11:17 am
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From Oct. 1 to Nov. 30, 2016, the Office of Inspector General (OIG) successfully adjudicated 60 welfare fraud cases involving 45 individuals. These cases will bring the commonwealth $314,301.75 in restitution and will generate additional cost savings because the defendants will be temporarily disqualified from receiving future public benefits in the programs they defrauded.
“These numbers reflect the hard work of OIG Bureau of Fraud Prevention and Prosecution investigators acting to save taxpayer dollars and ensure that these benefits are available to those Pennsylvanians who truly need them,” Acting Inspector General Tyrone Powell said.

The following individuals were prosecuted between Oct. 1 and Nov. 30, 2016, for fraudulently receiving public assistance benefits:

  • Christine Schwartz, 42, of Pottsville in Schuylkill County, pleaded guilty to fraudulently obtaining $2,812 in SNAP benefits. She was sentenced to 12 months of probation and ordered to pay restitution and court costs. She also was disqualified from receiving SNAP benefits for 12 months.
  • Bettyann Harmer, 45, of Minersville in Schuylkill County, pleaded guilty to fraudulently obtaining $3,385 in cash assistance and $3,389 in SNAP benefits. She was sentenced to two years of probation and ordered to pay restitution and court costs. She also was disqualified from receiving cash assistance for six months and SNAP benefits for 12 months.

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• Tarra Hathaway, 40, of Perkasie in Bucks County, pleaded guilty to fraudulently obtaining $40,243.90 in subsidized day care benefits. She was sentenced to 24 months of probation and ordered to pay restitution and court costs and fees. She also was disqualified from receiving subsidized day care benefits for six months.

• Norma Santiago, 38,of Erie in Erie County, pleaded guilty to fraudulently obtaining $8,393 in Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits. She was sentenced to five years of probation and ordered to pay restitution and court costs. She also was disqualified from receiving SNAP benefits for 12 months.

• Christopher Garcia, 28, of Middletown in Dauphin County, pleaded guilty to fraudulently obtaining $2,086 in SNAP benefits. He was sentenced to six months of probation and 75 hours of community service and ordered to pay court costs and a $300 fine. Restitution has been paid in full. He also was disqualified from receiving SNAP benefits for 12 months.

• Dorrell Mainer, 55, of Brooklyn, NY, pleaded guilty to fraudulently obtaining $5,719 in SNAP benefits in Monroe County. She was sentenced to one year of probation and ordered to pay restitution and court costs. She also was disqualified from receiving SNAP benefits for 12 months.

• Ashley Morgan, 42, of Avoca in Luzerne County, pleaded guilty to fraudulently obtaining $3,423 in SNAP benefits. She was sentenced to 18 months of probation and ordered to pay restitution and $1,634 in court fees. She also was disqualified from receiving SNAP benefits for 12 months.

• Dawn M. Watkins, 44, of Littlestown in Adams County, pleaded guilty to fraudulently obtaining $1,263 in SNAP benefits. She was ordered to pay restitution, court costs and a $50 fine. She also was disqualified from receiving SNAP benefits for 12 months.

• Patricia Messerly, 54, of Warfordsburg in Fulton County, pleaded guilty to fraudulently obtaining $1,505 in SNAP benefits. She was sentenced to 24 months of probation and ordered to pay restitution, a $50 fine and court costs. She also was disqualified from receiving SNAP benefits for 12 months.

• Melissa Sanders, 31, of Shippensburg in Cumberland County, pleaded no contest to fraudulently obtaining $5,917 in SNAP benefits. She was sentenced to 24 months of probation and ordered to pay restitution, a $100 fine and court costs. She also was disqualified from receiving SNAP benefits for 12 months.

• Stacey Johnson, 40, of Verona in Allegheny County, pleaded guilty to fraudulently obtaining $3,595 in SNAP benefits. She was sentenced to five years of probation and ordered to pay restitution and court costs. She also was disqualified from receiving SNAP benefits for 12 months.

• April West, 43, of Industry in Beaver County, pleaded guilty to fraudulently obtaining $3,705 in cash assistance, $8,538 in SNAP benefits and $6,474.10 in medical assistance. She was sentenced to 24 months of intermediate punishment and 12 months on work release and ordered to pay restitution and court costs. She also was disqualified from receiving cash assistance for six months and SNAP benefits for 24 months.

• Tracy Torres, 41, of Tobyhanna in Monroe County, pleaded guilty to fraudulently obtaining $3,469 in SNAP benefits.She was ordered to pay restitution and court costs. She also was disqualified from receiving SNAP benefits for 12 months.

• Stacey J. Lasher, 37, of Brockway in Jefferson County, pleaded guilty to fraudulently obtaining $6,369 in SNAP benefits and $964 in Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) benefits. She was sentenced to three years of probation and 50 hours of community service and ordered to pay restitution, plus a $100 fine and court costs. She also was disqualified from receiving SNAP benefits for 12 months.

• Maureen Zeno, 59, of Mount Joy in Lancaster County, pleaded guilty to fraudulently obtaining $1,451 in SNAP benefits. She was sentenced to one year of probation and ordered to pay restitution and court costs. She also was disqualified from receiving SNAP benefits for 12 months.

• Kristin Marcotte, 34, of Nazareth in Northampton County, pleaded guilty to fraudulently obtaining $2,253 in SNAP benefits. She was sentenced to 24 months of probation and ordered to pay restitution and court costs. She also was disqualified from receiving SNAP benefits for 12 months.

• Subrina Tomcho, 27, of Hanover Township in Luzerne County, pleaded guilty to fraudulently obtaining $2,072 in SNAP benefits. She was ordered to pay restitution and court costs. She also was disqualified from receiving SNAP benefits for 12 months.

• Shawn M. Connatser, 35, of Lancaster in Lancaster County, pleaded guilty to fraudulently obtaining $2,142 in SNAP benefits. Sentencing is scheduled for Feb. 8. He is disqualified from receiving SNAP benefits for 12 months.

• Lisa Davies, 53, of Houtzdale in Clearfield County, pleaded guilty to fraudulently obtaining $2,555 in SNAP benefits. She was sentenced to 24 months of probation and ordered to pay restitution, a $100 fine and court costs. She also was disqualified from receiving SNAP benefits for 12 months.

• Amber Walker, 37, of Albion in Crawford County, pleaded guilty to fraudulently obtaining $2,400 in SNAP benefits. She was sentenced to 18 months in an intermediate punishment program -- including one month to be served under house arrest -- and community service, and ordered to pay restitution, a $200 fine and court costs. She also was disqualified from receiving SNAP benefits for 12 months.

• Joseph Price, 45, of Harrisburg in Dauphin County, pleaded guilty to fraudulently obtaining $1,512 in SNAP benefits. He was sentenced to 12 months in an intermediate punishment program -- the first three months to be served under house arrest -- and 50 hours of community service, and ordered to pay restitution, a $200 fine and court costs. He also was disqualified from receiving SNAP benefits for 12 months.

• Norma Santiago, 38, of Erie in Erie County, pleaded guilty to fraudulently obtaining $18,822 in subsidized day care. She was sentenced to five years of probation and ordered to pay restitution and court costs. She also was disqualified from receiving subsidized day care benefits for six months.

• Homer S. Rice Jr., 47, of McAllisterville in Juniata County, pleaded guilty to fraudulently obtaining $654 in SNAP benefits and $1,043.40 in medical assistance. He was sentenced to 12 months of probation and ordered to pay restitution and court costs. He also was disqualified from receiving SNAP benefits for 12 months.

• Holly Barrett, 40, of York in York County, pleaded guilty to fraudulently obtaining $2,532 in SNAP benefits. She was sentenced to three years of probation and 50 hours of community service, and ordered to pay restitution and court costs. She also was disqualified from receiving SNAP benefits for 12 months.

• Kelly Sechrist, 36, of Robesonia in Lebanon County, pleaded guilty to fraudulently obtaining $5,435 in SNAP benefits. Sentencing is scheduled for Jan. 25, 2017. She is disqualified from receiving SNAP benefits for 24 months.

• Wendy Shoop, 55, of Halifax in Dauphin County, pleaded guilty to fraudulently obtaining $3,993 in SNAP benefits. Restitution was paid. She was ordered to pay court costs within 30 days. She also was disqualified from receiving SNAP benefits for 24 months.

• Heather Proper, 31, of Saegertown in Crawford County, pleaded guilty to fraudulently obtaining $22,139 in SNAP benefits and $27,876.65 in subsidized day care. Sentencing was scheduled for Jan. 6, 2017. She is disqualified from receiving SNAP benefits for 12 months and subsidized day care for six months.

• Janet Brittain, 70, of Jamestown in Crawford County, pleaded guilty to fraudulently obtaining $8,207 in SNAP benefits, $3,469.20 in LIHEAP benefits and $7,470.60 in medical assistance. She was sentenced to 18 months of intermediate punishment, 15 days in county jail, 30 days under house arrest with electronic monitoring and community service, and ordered to pay restitution and court costs. She was disqualified from receiving SNAP benefits for 12 months.

• William Calvin, 57, of Jamestown in Crawford County, pleaded guilty to fraudulently obtaining $8,207 in SNAP benefits, $3,469.20 in LIHEAP benefits and $7,470.60 in medical assistance. He was sentenced to serve a minimum of one month and a maximum of 23 months and 29 days in county jail and ordered to pay restitution, a $500 fine and court costs. He also was disqualified from receiving SNAP benefits for 12 months.

• Calandra Dixon, 29, of Erie in Erie County, pleaded guilty to fraudulently obtaining $10,657.88 in subsidized day care. She was sentenced to five years of probation and ordered to pay restitution and court costs. She also was disqualified from receiving subsidized day care benefits for six months.

• Jonathan Whiteman, 26, of Cambridge Springs in Erie County, pleaded guilty to fraudulently obtaining $776 in SNAP benefits. He was sentenced to 12 months of probation and ordered to pay restitution, a $300 fine and court costs. He also was disqualified from receiving SNAP benefits for 12 months.

• Lori Rice, 38, of Conneautville in Crawford County, pleaded guilty to fraudulently obtaining $16,791 in SNAP benefits and $2,971.94 in LIHEAP benefits. Sentencing is scheduled for Jan. 4, 2017. Restitution has been paid in full. She is disqualified from receiving SNAP benefits for 12 months.

• Jesse Linn, 33, of Carlisle in Cumberland County, pleaded guilty to fraudulently obtaining $17,075.90 in subsidized day care benefits. Sentencing is scheduled for Feb. 28, 2017. He is disqualified from receiving subsidized day care benefits for six months.

• Robin Brown, 38, of Erie in Erie County, pleaded guilty to fraudulently obtaining $9,821 in SNAP benefits. She was sentenced to 2 ½ years of probation and 25 hours of community service, and ordered to pay restitution and court costs. She also was disqualified from receiving SNAP benefits for 12 months.

• Lia Love, 25, of Chester in Delaware County, pleaded guilty to fraudulently obtaining $4,439.15 in cash assistance and $522 in SNAP benefits. She was sentenced to five years of probation and 40 hours of community service, and ordered to pay restitution and court costs. She also was disqualified from receiving cash assistance for six months and SNAP benefits for 12 months.

• Tiffany Youngblood, 28, of Pittsburgh in Allegheny County, pleaded guilty to fraudulently obtaining $3,557 in subsidized day care, $806 in cash assistance and $3,224 in SNAP benefits. She was sentenced to 18 months of probation and ordered to pay restitution in the subsidized day care benefits case. She also was disqualified from receiving subsidized day care benefits for six months. She was sentenced to 24 months of probation and ordered to pay restitution in the cash assistance and SNAP benefits case. She also was disqualified from receiving cash assistance for six months and SNAP benefits for 12 months.

• Paul J. Brown, 51, of Tobyhanna in Monroe County, pleaded guilty to fraudulently obtaining $2,289 in SNAP benefits. He was sentenced to two years of probation and ordered to pay restitution and court costs. He also was disqualified from receiving SNAP benefits for 12 months.

• April Smith, 26, of Chester in Delaware County, pleaded guilty to fraudulently obtaining $1,858 in SNAP benefits. She was sentenced to two years of probation and ordered to pay restitution and court costs. She also was disqualified from receiving SNAP benefits for 12 months.

• Becky Hall, 44, of Bristol in Bucks County, pleaded guilty to fraudulently obtaining $1,582 in SNAP benefits. She was sentenced to two years of probation and ordered to pay restitution and court costs. She also was disqualified from receiving SNAP benefits for 12 months.

• Nickolas Carpenter, 26, of Altoona in Blair County, pleaded guilty to fraudulently obtaining $712 in SNAP benefits. He was ordered to pay restitution and court costs. He also was disqualified from receiving SNAP benefits for 12 months.

• Matt Hartman Sr., 36, of Halifax in Dauphin County, pleaded guilty to fraudulently obtaining $2,142 in SNAP benefits. Restitution has been paid in full. He was ordered to pay court costs within 30 days. He also was disqualified from receiving SNAP benefits for 12 months.

• Pamela Rose, 33, of Johnstown in Cambria County, pleaded guilty to fraudulently obtaining $1,815.93 in cash assistance. She was sentenced to 24 months of probation and ordered to pay restitution, a $100 fine and court costs. She also was disqualified from receiving cash assistance for six months.

• Magdalene Bucciarelli, 31, of Pittsburgh in Allegheny County, pleaded guilty to fraudulently obtaining $1,480.10 in cash assistance and $1,711 in SNAP benefits. She was ordered to pay restitution. She also was disqualified from receiving cash assistance for six months and SNAP benefits for 12 months.

• Leniece Brown, 51, of Pittsburgh in Allegheny County, pleaded guilty to fraudulently obtaining $970 in SNAP benefits. She was sentenced to one year of probation and ordered to pay restitution and court costs. She also was disqualified from receiving SNAP benefits for 12 months.

• Robert Uphold, 51, of Carmichaels in Greene County, pleaded guilty to fraudulently obtaining $1,823 in SNAP benefits. He was sentenced to five years of probation and ordered to pay restitution and court costs. He also is disqualified from receiving SNAP benefits for 12 months.
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