Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 05/22/17

May 22, 2017, 6:48 am

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Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 05/22/17

Monday - Cloudy with Showers - High near 70
Monday Night - Clearing Late - Low in the Lower 50's
Tuesday - Sunny - High in the Mid 70's
Wednesday - Cloudy - High near 70
Thursday - Showers - High in the Upper 60's
Friday - Cloudy with Showers Possible, Clearing Late - High near 70

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Fire Damages Schuylkill Haven Homes Early Sunday

May 22, 2017, 6:59 am

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An early morning fire early Sunday, damaged two homes

Around 1:00am, Sunday, Schuylkill Haven fire crews responded to 69 Center Ave, Schuylkill Haven for a working structure fire.

Schuylkill Haven Fire along with Pottsville RIT were called to the scene and crews had the fire under control within an hour.

The fire reportedly started in the rear of the home, but no cause has been released at this time.

A family of 8 that lived in the home escaped uninjured. The American Red Cross was on hand for help.

A home next door also suffered damage.

Route 61 was closed while crews were on scene.

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Kayak, Canoe, and Cardboard Boat Races Scheduled for July 4th at Sweet Arrow Lake

May 22, 2017, 12:27 pm

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On July 4th a new event will take place at Sweet Arrow Lake County Park and it should be loads of fun for the whole family.

A kayak, canoe and cardboard boat race along with safety and other demonstrations will begin at 9am at the park clubhouse. There will be number of races including Canoe and Kayak Sprints, Slaloms, Endurance, Log Tow Race and Cardboard Boat Races. There will be 5 age classes for the Canoe and Kayak events and Cardboard Boat races may have a 4 person team and 2 persons must ride in the boat.

The event is free and open to the public as participants and spectators. All events will begin at the clubhouse, leaving the boat access area open to fisherman. Refreshments will be available for sale. Preregistration is recommended and as an incentive, the first 50 to do so will receive a free event t-shirt. All information and the registration forms are available on www.sweetarrowlakepark.com. Registration the day of the event will be from 8 to 8:30am for those not pre-registered.

“The 4th of July has traditionally been a family get-together picnic day and we thought what a great place to get families together plus have a lot of fun than at Sweet Arrow Lake County Park,” said event cochair Brad Fessler. Fessler, an avid outdoorsman and kayaker, volunteered to put together the events when the Sportsmen Advisory Board suggested there should be a fun, water based event at the lake in addition to fishing. ‘We wanted to get kids and their parents involved so many of the canoe events are 2 people with the youngest member indicating the age class entered. We also wanted a fun but competitive event; didn’t want to charge a fee and the winners will have bragging rights. Kind of like the activities and games at a family picnic’, Fessler commented.

The length of the event will be determined by the number of participants but the event will begin about 9am with a water safety and plan of action of activities. Also, there will be a demonstration by the Schuylkill Haven Dive, Rescue and Recovery Team which will also serve as the safety crew.
Spectators are welcome and with the extensive shoreline and dam breast area, viewing the event will also be a blast. Canoe and kayak rentals will be available but supplies are limited. Event participants should bring their own watercraft and personal floatation devices. “Logs will be provided”, quipped Fessler, referring to the log tow race. A log will be attached to the canoe or kayak and paddlers will have to ‘tow’ the log around a course.

The members of the Sportsmen’s Advisory Board are excited to be offering this water based event at Sweet Arrow Lake Park as another family fun filled outing for all to enjoy. And as a reminder, the Pine Grove Community Band will perform their patriotic collection beginning at 6pm.

“We encourage people to come out and enjoy the entire day”, stated Drew Kline, Park Supervisor.

Hotdogs, Hamburgers and drinks will be available and will benefit the Schuylkill County Sportsmen’s Association.

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Pine Grove Garden Tour Announced

May 22, 2017, 12:50 pm

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South Schuylkill Garden Club announces a garden tour of the Pine Grove Area.

This will be a first of hopefully many tours to come as the Garden Club explores the many beautiful gardens in the southern region of Schuylkill County.

The tour is slated for June 24 rain or shine. The tour consists of eight private and two public gardens in and around the Pine Grove Area. The tour will be operational within the hours of 9AM to 2PM. Tickets for the tour may be purchased at one of the two tour starting places. First up for tickets is at the Butterfly Garden at the Union Canal in Pine Grove Proper. The second available place to start your tour providing tickets is east of Pine Grove at 167 Dad Burnham Road Pine Grove. This is the Gardens of Kenneth and Ardela Newswanger. Advanced tickets may be purchased at the Pine Grove Theater or by contacting Carol at 570.345.2423, Jeanne at 570.385.4423 or Helen at 570.739.3689.

One of the featured gardens on the tour will be the gardens at Blue Bottle Farm. Blue Bottle Farm is nestled in the valley of Flat Hill outskirts of Pine Grove, the Gardens at Blue Bottle Farm consist of informal mixed borders of annuals, perennials, trees and shrubs. The plantings follow no strict order; instead they are constantly evolving as all gardens are. The plants have all been lovingly collected by the gardeners and placed to take advantage of the view sheds, which include the former dairy barn and silos to the East, a three-acre pond and forest to the south, and the mountains to the west. Cobalt blue bottles accent many of the beds as an art form, and provide color even on the bleakest winter day. In addition a forest path winds along the pond and through the forest where it crosses streams, and wanders through soft sweeps of hay scented ferns.

A seasonal waterfall can be viewed just before the path emerges from the forest. Before returning to the gardens, the path offers elevated views of the fields, farm buildings, and gardens. The gardens are landscaped by Alan Petravich and Koa Kanamee with Nancy Petravich as the chief grounds keeper.

Come and enjoy this garden and many others of the Pine Grove Area on June 24 between the hours of 9 AM and 2 PM.

Further information about the Garden Tour put on by the South Schuylkill Garden Club is available by calling Carol at 570.345.2423 or Jeanne at 570.385.4423.

Photo: Taking a relaxing moment in their garden at Blue Bottle Farms are horticulturist Koa Kanamee and Alan Petravich with their dog Hoa. Blue Bottle Farms is one of the ten featured gardens on the Pine Grove Garden Tour organized by the South Schuylkill Garden Club.

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Schuylkill County Police Log for 05/22/17

May 22, 2017, 7:46 pm

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Schuylkill County Police Log for 05/22/17

Man Struck While Riding Bicycle

On Wednesday May 17, 2017 around 3:15am, Pottsville Bureau of Police officers were dispatched to the intersection of Claude A Lord Blvd (SR61) and East Norwegian Street for a report of a motor vehicle accident.

Upon arrival, Officers found Matthew Madeira, 31, of Mahanoy City, laying in the roadway bleeding from the head. Madeira received medical care at the scene by Pottsville EMS and was then transported by EMS from the scene for further treatment at a medical facility.

The investigation revealed that Madeira had been operating a BMX style bicycle eastbound on the south side of the 100 block of E. Norwegian Street when he disregarded a steady red traffic signal facing his direction of traffic and attempted to cross Claude A Lord Blvd. Madeira then traveled into the path of a 2012 Kia Forte operated by a 25 year old man from Coal Township, Northumberland County, that had been traveling northbound on SR61 and had a steady green signal. The impact caused Madeira to be thrown from the bicycle into the roadway and caused minor damage to the Kia, including a broken windshield. At the time of the accident, Madeira was wearing dark in color clothing and his bicycle failed to display the required lighting for operation during darkness.

The Kia was towed from the scene due to the window damage.

Two independent witnesses were located and interviewed, and provided investigators with complete information about the accident and causation factors.

The investigation is also pending the receipt of surveillance footage from A-Plus. Upon receipt of this data and medical records, appropriate charges will be filed by Ptlm. Michael Messner.

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Four Charged for January Incident

Orwigsburg Police have filed charges filed against four following an investigation into an incident that occurred at 420 Ridge Road in January of 2017.

The foursome,

Cole ANGSTADT, 20 years old of Wayne Township
Rye ANGSTADT, 22 years old of Wayne Township
Dylan EVANS, 20 years old of Orwigsburg
Devon KURTEN, 19 years old or Orwigsburg

All face charges ranging from: recklessly endangering another person, simple assault, disorderly conduct, possession of a small amount of marijuana, possession of drug paraphernalia, and/or criminal mischief following a chain of events that unfolded at the Evans residence during the late night hours of January 23rd and into the 24th.

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Woman Charged with Public Drunkenness

On Friday, May 19, 2017 around 11:40pm, the Orwigsburg Police Department came into contact with Anella Leganza in the 700 block of W. Market Street. Leganza was found to be manifestly under the influence of alcoholic beverages to the degree which she may be a danger to herself or others. Leganza was transported to her residence and will have to answer to a charge of public drunkenness.

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Man Cited for Disorderly Conduct

On Friday, May 19, 2017 at approximately 6:50pm, the Orwigsburg Police Department was dispatched to the area of the 300 block of S. Warren Street for a witness who saw a male grabbing a female by the arm and screaming at her loudly in a public place. The male, who was also pushing his small child in a stroller, used his fists to bang on the handle of the stroller as he continued to yell at the female, nearly causing the child to bounce out of the stroller. The male was identified as Timothy Miles of Bethlehem, PA. Miles will be cited for disorderly conduct.

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Man Charged with Assault

On Sunday, May 21, 2017 at approximately 01:30am, the Orwigsburg Police were called to investigate a report of a domestic disturbance at 423 S. Wayne Street. Investigation at the scene revealed that Dean Schuster had, in fact, assaulted his brother, Patrick Schuster by clubbing him over the head with a D cell Maglite flashlight and threatening him with a handgun.

Patrick was transported to the Lehigh Valley Health Network-Schuylkill East with moderate injuries to his head, face, and jaw.

Dean Schuster was charged with aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, aggravated assault, simple assault, recklessly endangering another person, harassment, and disorderly conduct. Schuster was arraigned before on-call Magistrate Reiley at which time he was remanded to the Schuylkill County Prison, unable to post 10% of $15,000 bail. A preliminary hearing ha been tentatively scheduled for May 30th at 10 a.m. in front of MDJ Ferrier.

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Schuylkill County Obituaries for 05/22/17

May 22, 2017, 8:49 pm

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Schuylkill County Obituaries for 05/22/17

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Mary (Firkal) Moyer, 85 years of age of East Union Street, Tamaqua, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, May 21, 2017, while in the loving care of her family.

Preceded in death in 2009 by her husband of fifty-seven years, William J. Moyer, she is survived by; daughters, Mrs. Terry Koch wife of Duane of Middleport, Mrs. Lee James wife of Keith of Tamaqua, Lisa Moyer of Tamaqua, Mrs. Anjella Hrebik wife of Mark of Nesquehoning; sons, Joseph B. Moyer and his wife Melanie of Tamaqua, Charles J. Moyer and his wife Nancy of Tamaqua, William J. Moyer and his wife Susie of Tamaqua; sisters; Mrs. Irene Toth and her husband Francis of Coaldale, Twin sister, Eva Lazur of Lansford; grandchildren, Laura and her husband Joseph Faenza, Kristen, and Glenn Behr and his wife Lindsay; Lauren Moyer, Billy, and Eric James, Ashley Pelo, Kaysi McLaughlin, Collin, and William Cole Moyer, Mike, and Markie Hrebik; great grandson, Connor; many nieces and nephews survive her including she and Bills special nieces, Mrs. Virginia Lee Jones, Mrs. JoAnn Chapman, and Mrs. Patricia Steiner.

Born Monday, May 9, 1932 in Coaldale, Pennsylvania the daughter of the late Michael, and Mary (Postitais) Firkal she was also predeceased by sisters, Mrs. Sue Klusko, Mrs. Marjorie Houser, Mrs. Helen Maketa, Mrs. Anna Moyer; brother, Mr. Michael Firkal.

A member of St. John XXIII R.C.C. of Tamaqua, Mary was a 1950 Coaldale High School graduate. Mary was a devoted mother who enjoyed taking care of her home and tending to her family.

Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the E. Franklin Griffiths Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc. of 655 East Broad Street Tamaqua, Pennsylvania 18252. (570) 668-2550

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 o'clock AM on Saturday May 27, 2017 from St John XXIII R.C.C. located at 264 W Broad Street Tamaqua, Pennsylvania 18252.

The family will receive friends from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Friday, May 26, 2017, from the funeral home and on Saturday morning May 27, 2017 from 8:30 A.M. until 9:30 A.M. also at the funeral home.

Interment will be at St. Jerome R.C.C. Cemetery, Tamaqua.

Mass cards or Memorials to St. John XXIII R.C.C.
or
St. Luke's Hospice
2455 Black River Rd, Bethlehem, PA 18015.
Online condolences may be made to the family at www.griffithsfuneralhomes.com.

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Fay L. Tyson, 90, of Main St., Aristes,PA passed away suddenly Saturday,May 20, 2017 at her home in Aristes,PA. Born in Aristes August 17,1926 the daughter of the late John and Melissa (Lindenmuth) Hoffman. She was a member the Aristes United Methodist Church; graduated from Conyngham Twp. High School; was last employed at the Milco Company in Bloomsburg,PA enjoyed going to the Senior Center in Wilberton and enjoyed sports and spending time with family and loved her church. She was preceded in death by her husband Alvin Tyson in 1992; three brothers and one sister Clair,Wayne and Vincent Hoffman and sister Jean Dietz. Surviving are her daughter Shirley wife of Ronald Ochs of Ashland,PA. Two sisters: Vera Lucas and Ruth Jeffrey of Danville,PA . A grandson John Ochs, San Antonio,TX and granddaughter: Melissa Ochs, Henderson, Nevada. Two great grandsons: Alec S. Neitz & Anthony A. Ochs. Nieces & nephews survive.
Services will be held at the convenience of the family and interment in the Aristes
Cemetery, Aristes,PA. Willard Rothermel Funeral Home, Mt. Carmel,PA. Ray Rothermel, Supervisor. Charles Heizenroth III, F.D.

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Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 05/23/17

May 23, 2017, 11:03 am

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Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 05/23/17

Tuesday - Cloudy - High in the Mid 70's
Tuesday Night - Cloudy - Low in the Mid 50's
Wednesday - Cloudy, Rain Late - High near 70
Thursday - Showers and Storms - High in the Mid 60's
Friday - Cloudy with Showers Possible, Clearing Late - High near 70
Saturday - Cloudy - High in the Mid 70's

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Boroughs Memorialize Veterans with Hometown Heroes Banners

May 23, 2017, 6:47 pm

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Shenandoah, Ashland, and Frackville have all added "Hometown Heroes" banners to just in time for Memorial Day.

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Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 05/24/17

May 24, 2017, 9:26 am

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Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 05/24/17

Wednesday - Sun and Clouds - High near 70
Wednesday Night - Rain Overnight - Low in the Lower 50's
Thursday - Showers and Storms - High in the Mid 60's
Friday - Cloudy with Showers Possible, Clearing Late - High near 70
Saturday - Clouds and Sun - High in the Mid 70's
Sunday - Rain - High near 70

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Tamaqua Chamber of Commerce Announces Free Summer Concert Series

May 24, 2017, 10:17 am

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The Tamaqua Area Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce its 11th Annual Free Summer Concert Series at the historic Tamaqua train station, 18 N. Railroad St in Tamaqua.

The season kicks off Thursday, June 1 with Schuylkill County native Jay Smar, sponsored by the Schuylkill County Visitors Bureau. Concerts are 6:30-8:00 this year, and continue on Thursdays throughout the summer.

This year’s organizers, Tony Odorizzi and Buddy Musselman, are presenting a lineup of varied styles. “We’ve got traditional folk with Jay Smar to rockabilly with the Big & Bad Rockabilly Cats to blues, rock, jam, and oldies in the schedule. There’s something for everyone,” says organizer Tony Odorizzi.

Audience members are encouraged to bring a chair or blanket, or plan to dine on the patio of the Tamaqua Station Restaurant. Reservations are recommended for the restaurant as the patio seating fills up quickly. Concerts are weather permitting.

“We will again have chair massages this season being offered by Mary Vignone, and 50/50 raffles that can pay for your dinner if you’re one of the lucky ones,” Vanessa Gerhard, Chamber administrative assistant.

There are 2 available Thursdays in August for anyone wishing to sponsor a concert. Please contact the Chamber office at 570.668.1880 or chamber@tamaqua.net for more information.

For the full concert schedule, go to tamaqua.net or follow the Tamaqua Area Chamber of Commerce on Facebook. Printed schedules are also available at the Visitors Center in the lobby of the train station or at the Chamber office at 37 W Broad St.

June 1 Jay Smar, sponsored by Schuylkill County Visitors Bureau

June 8 Brosky & Meyer, sponsored by Williamson, Friedberg, and Jones

June 15 Cajon Outlaws, sponsored by Heisler’s Dairy Bar

June 22 Magic Stew, sponsored by Versum Materials

June 29 Six to Midnight, sponsored by Tom’s Auto Body & Marine

July 13 It Takes Two, sponsored by Cal’s Tire & Auto

July 20 Chuck Cahoe, sponsored by Mermon Motors

July 27 Big & Bad Rockabilly Cats, sponsored by Tamaqua Station Restaurant

August 10 Diaspora, sponsored by Schuylkill County Visitors Bureau

August 24 Christopher Dean Band, sponsored by Schuylkill County DA Christine Holman

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TRAFFIC ALERT: Crash Causing Backups on Interstate 81

May 24, 2017, 11:36 am

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(05/24/17) A crash on Interstate 81 is causing backups Wednesday afternoon.

Around 2:15, Wednesday, emergency personnel were called the Northbound lanes of Interstate 81 at Milemarker 121, between Highridge and Frackville, for a motor vehicle accident involved 2 tractor trailers and a vehicle.

Emergency personnel from Mahanoy City, Frackville, Ashland, Butler Township, Shenandoah, Pottsville, and Minersville have all been called for their engines, rescue, or tanker trucks.

Traffic is reported to be heavily backup up from the crash.

UPDATE: Interstate 81 North and Southbound Lanes are closed between Minersville and Frackville.

More details when they are available.

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5th Annual Money in the Mountains This Friday At Big Diamond Speedway

May 24, 2017, 12:09 pm

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They say that the third time is the charm.

Hopefully that is the case for the 5th annual and twice weather-postponed Money in the Mountains big block/small block challenge on Friday night at Big Diamond Speedway.

It will be Slifko Service Center/Gone But Not Forgotten Memorial night at the track this Friday as the racing card will also see the U.S.S. Achey sportsman, Savage 61 roadrunners and the No Sweat Service Group street stocks in action.

The gates will open at 5:30 p.m. with racing starting at 8:15. Admission is $25 for adults, $23, for seniors and kids 12-and-under and active military with a valid ID are free.

The 40-lap feature for the big block/small block MITM pays $6,000 to win and $400 to take the green. The winner earns a guaranteed starting spot in the Short Track Super Series event at the track, a $500 value, on June 6.

Rick Laubach is the defending winner of the race.

The MITM event is the one of many big-paying events for the modifieds. The other races are the June 6, STSS (50 laps, $5,000); Friday, July 7, George/Georgie Stevenson Memorial (30 laps, $4,000); Friday, Aug. 25, Prelude to The Coalcracker (40 laps, $4,600) and the Coalcracker 72, Sunday, Sept. 3 (72 laps, $10,000).

Jeff Strunk, who won the season-opening 358 modified feature, won the first-ever MITM race in 2013. Other past winners of the event include Ryan Watt (2015) and Ryan Godown (2014).

The modified field continues to have healthy car counts as the Steel & Metal Service Centers 358s are averaging more than 30 cars per night while the sportsman count has been in the very high 20s.

On opening night there was a combined 62 modifieds in the pits (34 358s, 28 sportsman) of the more than 90 cars that signed in.

The race will wrap up the month of May at the speedway and June is shaping up to be a great month with six nights of racing on tap.

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Adults Receive Citations After Fight at Kindergarten Graduation

May 24, 2017, 12:28 pm

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A fight between two women at a kindergarten graduation on Tuesday led to both receiving citations.

According to North Schuylkill officials, after the Kindergarten graduation ceremony Tuesday afternoon, two adult females had a verbal and physical altercation on school district property.

Both ladies were quickly escorted away from children and citations were filed.

"We are disappointed in the behaviors and will not tolerate this type of conduct. We ask that all visitors please act as role models for the students. We do understand that this was an isolated incident and the vast majority of parents and family members always act accordingly during district events. We are proud of our Kindergarten students and their teachers, it was an excellent ceremony." said Superintendent Robert Ackell in a statement.

Parents who witnessed the incident commended North Schuylkill staff in their response and how they handled the situation.

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Two Die in Crash on Interstate 81 Wednesday Afternoon

May 24, 2017, 1:08 pm

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Two people died in crash Wednesday Afternoon on Interstate 81.

Around 2:15, Wednesday, emergency personnel were called the Northbound lanes of Interstate 81 at Milemarker 121, between Highridge and Frackville, for a motor vehicle accident involved 2 tractor trailers and other two vehicles.

Authorities say two people died when one of the vehicle burst into flames during the crash.

One other person in the crash was flown to an area hospital due to burns suffered in the crash.

As 4:00pm, Interstate 81 northbound was still closed from the Minersvile Exit to the Frackville Exit.

Southbound lanes near the crash are down to one lane as they are using the emergency crossings to clear the stranded northbound traffic to the southbound lanes.

More details when they are available.

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Death Under Investigation in Frackville

May 24, 2017, 8:40 pm

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A death in Frackville is under investigation late Wednesday.

On Wednesday authorities were called to the 400 Block of 3rd Street, in Frackville. The victim has only been reported to have been male and a cause of death was not released but is considered suspicious.

Frackville Police, State Police, and the Schuylkill County Coroner's Office were all at the scene as part of the investigation.

More details when they are available.

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Schuylkill County Obituaries for 05/24/17

May 24, 2017, 9:23 pm

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Schuylkill County Obituaries for 05/24/17

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Jean Marie Ney, 88 of Ashland passed away peacefully in her sleep on Sunday, May 14, 2017 at the Shenandoah Senior Living Community. The family would like to thank the staff for their compassionate care over the years, and especially in the hours leading up to her death.
Born on November 10, 1928, Jean was the daughter of the late George and Margaret (Schneider) Ney. She is preceded in death by two sisters, Mildred C. (Ney) Hardnock, and Catherine (Ney) Williams and survived by three generations of nieces and nephews.

Jean attended Ashland Public Schools and enjoyed her years spending time with family and friends. She loved attending family gatherings and enjoyed the antics of the children in the family. She was a great story teller and particularly good at spelling; always winning the challenge to spell unusual words correctly.

The family has entrusted the care of Kull-Heizenroth Funeral Home in Ashland and services will take place at the convenience of the family.

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Live Joining Guns N' Roses at Hersheypark Stadium This Summer

May 25, 2017, 5:46 am

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It was announced today that +LIVE+ – the multi-platinum rock band, hailing from York, PA – has been added as support to Guns N’ Roses “Not In This Lifetime” tour stop at Hersheypark Stadium on Sunday, August 13th.

The recently reunited original line up of Ed Kowalczyk (vocal, guitar), Chad Taylor (guitar, backing vocals), Patrick Dahlheimer (bass) and Chad Gracey (drums, percussion) add this show to their exciting list of performances in 2017.

“+LIVE+ is super excited to join Guns N’ Roses this summer! Some of our finest rock and roll memories during the formative years of our band were made with ‘Welcome to the Jungle’ cranking in the background! Timeless melodies, incredible energy, and just damn good music…we are honored to be a part of GnR’s historic comeback! See you all soon!” said Ed Kowalczyk of +LIVE+.

The resurgent Guns N’ Roses and their m

assively successful ‘Not In This Lifetime’ Tour is taking the band through Europe and North America. The tour sold over 2 million tickets throughout 2016 to become the year’s most successful rock tour.

Tickets are on sale now and are available at Ticketmaster.com, HersheyEntertainment.com, venue Box Office or by-phone at 800-754-3000.

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Father and Son Identified as Victims in Fatal Crash on Interstate 81

May 25, 2017, 6:25 am

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Authorities have released information on Wednesday's Crash on Interstate 81.

According the Pennsylvania State Police at Frackville, around 2:15pm Wednesday, traffic was slowing near Milemarker 121 of Interstate 81, in Butler Township, due to the construction zone.

The crash occurred when an International Truck Tractor trailer, driven by Brian Barrett, 45, of Greentown, struck the rear of a Nissan Rogue Pickup truck, driven by Kevin Novitsky, 52, of Scott Township, Lackawanna County. Novitsky's father, Clement Novitsky, 79, also of Scott Township, was a passenger in the Nissan.

After being struck, the Nissan Rogue struck the rear of a Dodge Ram, driven by Bryan Ketcham, 24, of Hop Bottom, PA. The Dodge Ram then struck the rear of the trailer of a Volvo Tractor Trailer driven by Roman Zhuk, 50, of Feasterville, PA.

During the crash, the first two vehicles involved (Tractor Trailer and Nissan Rogue) became totally engulfed in flames.

The occupants of the Nissan Rogue, Kevin Novitsky, and Clement Novitsky both died in the crash and were pronounced dead at the scene by Schuylkill County Deputy Coroner Andrew Szczyglak.

Bryan Ketcham, was flown to an area trauma center with serious injuries. Both drivers of the tractor trailers were not injured in the crash.

Multiple Schuylkill County fire departments responded to the scene as well as to aide in traffic control. Interstate 81 northbound was closed for over 10 hours while the crash was investigated.

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Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 05/25/17

May 25, 2017, 10:19 am

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Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 05/25/17

Thursday - Rain Ending - High in the Mid 60's
Thursday Night - Thunderstorms Possible - Low in the Mid 50's
Friday - Clouds and Sun - High in the Mid 70's
Saturday - Cloudy with Showers - High in the Mid 70's
Sunday - Rain - High near 70
Monday - Showers and Storms - High in the Mid 70's

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Schuylkill County Obituaries for 05/25/17

May 25, 2017, 9:45 pm

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Schuylkill County Obituaries for 05/25/17

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Leo Allen Zavitsky, 69 years of age of Coaldale, Pennsylvania passed away on Wednesday, May 24, 2017, at St. Luke's University Hospital Bethlehem.

Surviving are sons, Leo Allen Zavitsky, Jr. and his companion Kate of Coaldale; Luckey A. Zavitsky and his wife Mallory of Myerstown; daughter, Mary Ann Seip wife of David, Jr. of Hellertown; brother, Joseph Zavitsky of Warminster; grandchildren, Jessica, David and his wife Allison, Lewie, Jr., and Leland; great grandchildren, Andrew, Jacob, and Maria.

Leo was an Auto Body Technician by trade. He liked to fish and spend time with his family.

Born Tuesday, January 27, 1948 in Scranton, son of the late Alex, and Dorothy (Dietrich) Zavitsky. He was also predeceased by his wife, Mary Ann (Hartner) Zavitsky on August 28, 2016; son, Lewie A. Zavitsky on August 3, 2009; brothers, Alex, and Pauley Zavitsky; sister, Mrs. Dorothy Griffin.

Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the E. Franklin Griffiths Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc. of 655 East Broad Street Tamaqua, Pennsylvania 18252. (570) 668-2550.

A Funeral service will be held at 11 o'clock AM on Wednesday May 31. 2017 from the funeral home. Friends shall be received on the morning of services from 9:30 A.M. until time of services.

Interment will be in Sky-View Memorial Park, Tamaqua, Pennsylvania.

Online condolences may be made to the family at www.griffithsfuneralhomes.com.

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Sophie Marie Novack, 89, of Schuylkill Haven, passed away Tuesday at Seton Manor, Orwigsburg.

Born in Schuylkill Haven, Aug. 14, 1927, she was a daughter of the late Stephen and Mary Gresko Lipinsky.

Sophie was married to the late John S. Novack, who passed away in 1987.

Sophie loved polka and going to the dance halls. She loved hanging out at the local clubs and talking to everyone. Her family would like to extend a special thanks to the wonderful staff of Seton Manor.

In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by siblings, Helen Miller, Stella Yarrish, Edward Lipinsky and two infant siblings.

She is survived by her children, John A. Novack and wife, Melissa Levan, Schuylkill Haven, and Mary Ann Romberger and husband, John, Oak Park, Ill.; grandchildren, April Romberger Brislen, Oak Park, Benjamin Romberger, California, and Eric Kiefer, Schuylkill Haven; great-grandchildren, Aiden Brislen and William Romberger; brothers, John, Walter and Constantine "Custy" Lipinsky; sister, Jean Mintz; nieces, nephews, great-nieces and -nephews.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be conducted at 10:30 a.m. June 3 at St. Ambrose Roman Catholic Church. A viewing will be held from 9:30 to 10:15 a.m. in the chapel. Interment will follow at Schuylkill Memorial Park, Schuylkill Haven. At the family's request, memorial donations in Sophie's memory may be sent to Alzheimers Association , South Central PA Chapter, 3544 N. Progress Ave., Suite 205, Harrisburg, PA 17110.

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