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Police Asking for Help Finding Missing Teen from Schuylkill County

February 26, 2018, 7:41 am
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Mahanoy Township Police are asking for help finding a teen that went missing on Sunday.

UPDATE: (3:15PM) - The Missing teen has been found safe.

According to Police, Brooke Fifth, 17, has been missing since 5:00pm on Sunday, February 25th, 2018.

Brooke was last seen leaving New Boston walking towards Mahanoy City.

Anyone who knows the whereabouts of Brooke please contact the Mahanoy Township Police 570-773-1239 or the Schuylkill County Communication Center. 570-462-1991.

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Man in Custody for Shooting Dog in the Face

February 26, 2018, 8:01 am
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A Pottsville man is in custody after he admitted to shooting a dog with a revolver on Saturday.

According to Pottsville Police Chief Richard Wojciechowsky, on Saturday, February 24th, 2018 around 8:20pm, police were dispatched to 207 W Market Street to investigate an incident of a dog being injured.

At the scene, a Pottsville man, who was not identified, told police that his 10 year old German-Shepard named Diddy had been shot by a man who had been inside the apartment with the dog owner and two other adults.

The suspect had fled immediately after the incident and the dog had run out of the house as well.

Police Officers were able to locate the dog and observed a serious wound in the area of his right eye. A representative of the Hillside SPCA responded and assisted police in obtaining emergency medical care for the dog.  

An investigation led to police identifying the suspect as Anthony Holmes, 30, of Pottsville, as the person who had shot the dog.

Wojciechowsky said that Holmes was located on Sunday, February 25th, 2018 and took him into custody.

During an interview with police, Holmes admitted to investigators that he had shot the dog with a .38 caliber revolver and had then hidden the weapon inside the home of an acquaintance. Holmes provided further information that enabled officers to recover the weapon.

A criminal complaint was prepared by Pottsville Patrolman Jonathan Randolph charging Holmes with Aggravated Cruelty to an Animal, Possessing Instruments of Crime, Recklessly Endangering Another Person, Cruelty to Animal and Discharging a Firearm in the City.

Holmes was arraigned by on-duty Magisterial District Judge Ferrier, Orwigsburg, who set bail at $15,000 and Holmes was committed to the Schuylkill County Prison pending posting of bail or further court action.

Diddy is currently recovering at an emergency veterinarian hospital.  As of Sunday afternoon he was listed in critical condition and had developed aspiration pneumonia.  He is also reported to have had bullet fragments in his jaw. His medical bills have been covered by the Hillside SPCA. 

Anyone wishing to help pay for Diddy's medical bills can do so by donating to  Joe and Caroline Emergency Fund online @ Hillsidespca.com, at the shelter, or Hillside SPCA, PO Box 233, Pottsville PA 17901.

The money donated goes directly to Joe and Caroline's Emergency Fund which directly cares for any expenses needed.





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Frackville Man Reported Missing; Possibly Suffers from Dementia

February 26, 2018, 12:29 pm
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The Frackville Police Department and the Schuylkill County Senior Services are attempting to locate a man that went missing.


According to Police,  Charles Walker, was last seen on or about February 15, 2018.  Police say an exact date is unknown due to the fact that Mr. Walker lives alone. 

Walker is described as a black male, 74 years of age, 6’2”, weighs approximately 170 pounds, grey hair, brown eyes, wears glasses, and has facial hair (beard).

Mr. Walker is known to take public transportation and resides in Frackville Borough and is possibly suffering from early stages of dementia.  

Anyone with information as to the whereabouts of Charles Walker, or sees him, is asked to contact the Frackville Police Department at 570-874-0238 or Schuylkill County Communications Center at 570-462-1991.

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Butler Township Police Arrest Three Juveniles for North Schuylkill Threats

February 26, 2018, 4:55 pm
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The North Schuylkill School District announced Monday evening that police have made three arrests for threats made towards the District.


According to Superintendent Robert Ackell, "Since the weekend, the Butler Township Police Department has made three arrests against juveniles in relation to the threats against North Schuylkill."

Ackell also said "The District is committed to exercising safety as our top priority. It is important to recognize that any future threats against the district will not be tolerated. Any individual of any age will be punished to the greatest extent of the law.  I would personally like to thank the Spartan students, faculty, staff, parents and the community at large for their patience and support during these trying times. A special thank you to Chief Tarantelli and the Butler Township Police Department for their quick response and diligent work."

North Schuylkill has faced threats on Thursday, Friday, and again on Saturday.  The threat Friday had forced both the elementary and high school to be on lockdown for nearly an hour and a half.

School resumed Monday morning with a higher police presence from local and state police, as well as school officials.


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Mahanoy City Awarded Grant from PennDOT for Intersection Upgrade

February 26, 2018, 8:50 pm
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On Monday, Governor Tom Wolf announced that the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) will distribute nearly $11.5 million in Automated Red Light Enforcement (ARLE) funding to 35 municipalities statewide to fund 41 safety projects including one in Schuylkill County.

Under state law, fines from red light violations at 30 intersections in Philadelphia supply the grant funding. Pennsylvania’s ARLE program aims to improve safety at signalized intersections by providing automated enforcement at locations where data shows red-light running has been an issue.
The law specifies that projects improving safety, enhancing mobility and reducing congestion can be considered for funding. Municipalities submitted more than 143 applications, totaling over $34 million in requests.

Projects were selected by an eight-member committee based on criteria such as benefits and effectiveness, cost, local and regional impact, and cost sharing.

This investment brings the total dollars awarded through the ARLE funding program since 2010 to $62.87 million, funding 366 safety projects. 

In Schuylkill County, Mahanoy City will receive $68,000 to upgrade pedestrian facilities at the
intersection of Route 339 (North Main Street) and Park Place Road by installing new ADA-compliant curb ramps, sidewalks and signs.
“This program helps communities across the state make investments in traffic flow and safety,” Governor Wolf said. “These improvements complement the many road, bridge, and multimodal projects happening in Pennsylvania.”
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Schuylkill County Announcements - 02/27/18

February 26, 2018, 8:55 pm
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Schuylkill County Announcements - 02/27/18

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SHENANDOAH AREA GIRLS SOFTBALL REGISTRATION
Sat. March 3RD 12 p.m. to 2 p.m.
At The William Penn Fire Company
For Info. Call (570) 462-2242
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District XI Basketball Playoff Scores from Monday Night

February 26, 2018, 9:06 pm
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District XI Basketball Playoff Scores from Monday Night for Schuylkill County Teams

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Monday, February 26, 2018
GIRLS - CLASS AA
Minersville - 53
Marian Catholic - 38

Mahanoy Area - 64
Williams Valley - 21

BOYS CLASS A 
Nativity BVM - 51
Tri-Valley - 34

BOYS CLASS 5A
Allentown Central Catholic - 57
Pottsville - 41

Bangor - 73
Blue Mountain - 57

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Schedule of Games

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Tuesday, February 27, 2018
GIRLS CLASS A - Nativity BVM vs. Susquehanna Community @ Dunmore - 6:00pm
GIRLS CLASS AAA - Pine Grove vs. North Schuylkill @ Martz Hall - 6:00pm
BOYS CLASS AA - Schuylkill Haven vs. Moravian Academy @ Allen - 6:00pm
BOYS CLASS AA - Marian Catholic vs. Panther Valley @ Martz Hall - 7:30pm
BOYS CLASS 4A - Tamaqua vs. Lower Moreland @ Lower Moreland - 7:00pm

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Wednesday, February 28, 2018
BOYS CLASS AAA - Pine Grove vs.Valley Forge Military Academy @ Valley Forge - 7:00pm
GIRLS CLASS 4A - Blue Mountain vs. Bethlehem Catholic @ Whitehall - 7:30pm
GIRLS CLASS 4A - Tamaqua vs. Allentown Central Catholic @ Whitehall - 6:00pm

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Thursday, March 1, 2018
GIRLS CLASS AA - Mahanoy Area vs. Minersville @ Martz Hall - 7:30pm



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Saturday, March 3, 2018
GIRLS CLASS 5A - Pottsville vs. Southern Lehigh - Time and Location TBA

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Dates TBD
BOYS CLASS A - Nativity BVM vs. Susquehanna Community - District 2 Site



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Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 02/27/18

February 26, 2018, 9:12 pm
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Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 02/27/18

Tuesday - Sunny - High in the Mid 50's
Tuesday Night - Clear - Low in the Mid 30's

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Wednesday - Clouds and Sun Early; Showers Late - High in the Mid 50's
Thursday - Rain Late - High near 50
Friday - Rain  - High in the Lower 40's
Saturday - Clouds and Sun - High near 40
Sunday - Cloudy - High in the Lower 40's
Monday - Cloudy - High in the Mid 40's

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Schuylkill County Obituaries for 02/26/2018

February 26, 2018, 9:22 pm
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Schuylkill County Obituaries for 02/26/2018

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Marie Diane Fetterolf, 79, of Lavelle, entered into eternal peace, surrounded by her loving family, Thursday, Feb. 15, 2018 after a 2 month battle with cancer. Marie was born on Feb. 20, 1938 to Russell and Marie Hoffman, of Lavelle. She attended Butler Schools. Marie married the love of her life, William Fetterolf, on June 3, 1958. He preceded her in death in 1998. They have 3 daughters together, Cindy(Susie), Amy, and Wendy, and a very special friend who was like a son to them, Dave Kessler. In her earlier years, Marie worked for the Gitman Brothers at Ashland Shirt Factory. Marie dearly loved her husband, who was her "rock" and her true love, and her children, but she also dearly loved her animals, which were also like her children. Marie had many horses and dogs throughout her life and dedicated much of her time to making sure that they had the best life possible. She loved riding her horses and taking many trips to horse shows throughout the East Coast where she made many friends that shared that same passion. Her young children and her husband were always by her side at the horse shows. Her love of horses shone through and was shared with many of their "horse friends", and many of her and her husband's lifelong friendships were developed and celebrated at the weekend-long events. If anyone was looking for Marie, they knew where to find her: with her horses! She took pride in showing off her Tennessee Walking Horses, and also took pride in her daughter's Clydesdale, Nick, who could be seen courting the Grand Marshal in local holiday parades.
Marie also loved the outdoors, loved having picnics at World's End State Park, going to Knoebel's, with her children, grandchildren, nieces, and nephews, taking motorcycle rides on the back of her son-in-law, Tom's, Harley, going to her favorite place to eat, May's, and really anything to do with road trips and the outdoors with the ones she loved. She would spend all of her free time running errands with her daughter Susie, and with her sister/ best friend in the entire world, Judy. Her relationship with her sister Judy was a bond that could only be broken in death, and was the shining light in every part of her day. Marie's husband Bill had built by hand their horses' home, a beautiful barn, and her most recent endeavor was helping her daughter build a brand new barn for their horses, which she was very proud of. She truly enjoyed the simple things in life, like family, friends, and pets, things that we should all enjoy every day and not take for granted. She always put everyone's needs before her own, a value she passed on to her children.

Marie is survived by her sister, Judy Mattern and her husband, Dan of Lavelle; 3 daughters, Cindy (Susie) Wolfgang, of Lavelle, Amy Francis, of Lavelle, and Wendy Yacko, of Danville; grandchildren; a very special grandson whom her and her husband raised, Russ Weikel, of Ashland, Suzanne (Wolfgang) Bressi, and her husband Darvey, of Paxinos, Amy Fetterolf of Lavelle, Andrea Francis of Phoenix, Az; great-grandchildren Alivia, Alexis, Alana, and Amare; and several nieces and nephews. Marie is also survived by her 2 fur babies, whom she loved dearly, a German Shepard named Sarge and a Jack Russell Terrier named Lilly. She is preceded in death by her husband, Bill, an infant brother, Charles, a grandson, Bobby Wolfgang, and many horses that she will be riding once again, in Heaven.
A Celebration of Life will be held at 11:00 AM in the Church of the Nazarene, Rt. 901 Lavelle, on Saturday, March 3, 2018, with Pastor Jeremy Smallwood as Celebrant. Visitation for friends and family will be held from 9:30am-11am, with a memorial service to follow. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the Hillside SPCA, 51 Spca Road, Pottsville, to any other Dog Rescue of your choice, or to the Central PA Horse Rescue, 100 Spanglers Road, Lewisberry, Pa 17339.Kull-Heizenroth Funeral Home Inc., Ashland, PA is in charge of arrangements.

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Mary Alda Bamford, 91, passed away Saturday, February 24th, at Providence Place Retirement Community, Pottsville, where she had been a resident.

Born in Pottsville, PA on December 31, 1926, she was a daughter of the late Dr. Wilton Ross Glenney and Alda Mary (Piercy) Glenney.

Her husband of 53 years, John R. Bamford, preceded her in death on July 5, 2000.

Mary Alda was a 1945 graduate of Sherman High School, Texas, and a 1947 graduate of Colorado Women's College.

She had worked as the assistant secretary/treasurer at Schuylkill Haven Bleach & Dye.

Mary Alda was a member of Trinity Episcopal Church, Pottsville.

She was an avid golfer. Mary Alda belonged to the Schuylkill Country Club and Ladies Golf Association. She was a charter member of the US Golf Association, as well the Womens Central Pennsylvania Golf Association.

Mary Alda was past director of the Board of the Pottsville Hospital & Warne Clinic Auxiliary. She belonged to Allied Artists of Schuylkill County and was a charter member of the National Museum of Women in the Arts in Washington, DC, as well as a member of the Pennsylvania Jazz Society.

She was a single engine private pilot and was a member of the Ninety-Nines.

Mary Alda is survived by two daughters, Gail B. Sibley, Charleston, SC, & Marilyn B. Huddleston, Denton, MD, two sons, Scott M. Bamford, Auburn, & Roy J. Bamford, Downersgrove, IL, grandchildren: Alexander & Gregory Sibley, Christopher & Neil Greenawalt, Andrew Huddleston, and Lauren & Bradley Bamford, and great-grandchildren: Kayla, Cameron, Chloe, & Dashiell Greenawalt, and Grayson Matukewicz.

Services & interment will be privately held at the family's convenience.


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Reception Celebrating Coal Region Breweries to Be Held This Saturday in Tamaqua

February 27, 2018, 7:12 am
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The Tamaqua Historical society is holding a reception this weekend with exhibits, craft beer tasting, and reenactors.


This Saturday evening March 3, 2018 from 5:00pm to 8:00pm, the Tamaqua Historical Society will present its opening reception for a new, large special exhibit titled “Coal Region Breweries” in the Tamaqua Museum Annex at 114 West Broad Street in Tamaqua.

The special reception is free and open to the public.

This is a 250th Anniversary of Anthracite celebratory event.

In addition to the large exhibit of 150 years of coal region brewing history, there will be beer tastings from three regional craft brewers including the Conyngham Brewing Company from outside of Hazleton, the Pilger Ruh Brewing Company from Pine Grove, and the soon to be opened Revere Brewing Company at the east end of Tamaqua next to Sisters Mexican Cantina.

Revere Brewing is one of two new micro-breweries opening in Tamaqua in the near future.

Representatives from the local craft beer club “Anthracite Girls Pint Out” will be helping out with the craft beer tasting. Stop by and find out more about their organization.

The large exhibit occupying most of the Tamaqua Museum Annex includes coal region breweriana such as a replica vintage bar, more than 80 antique beer trays, vintage beer barrels, kegs, cases, cans, bottles, advertising, taps, coasters, openers, coal miner tobaccos, local whiskey jugs, local bar tokens, Tamaqua brewery artifacts, a moonshine still, a 1923 classic coal region refrigerator loaded with contents, and a prohibition display.

Many artifacts are on loan from a number of private collections. The Tamaqua Area Historical Museum next door will also be open with free admission. Several reenactors will add to the coal region atmosphere with music on the old bar player piano, and other antics that are planned for this fun evening.

The historical society will offer snacks and other light refreshments to those who do not want to sample the craft beer brews.



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Pentatonix is Coming to Hersheypark Stadium This Summer

February 27, 2018, 11:05 am
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Pentatonix is coming to Hersheypark Stadium on Sunday, September 2nd at 8 PM.

Tickets prices are $30.10, $34.60, $54.60, $74.60, $94.60 & $129.50 (processing fees apply). Tickets for this show will be available at Giant Center Box Office. They can be charged by phone at 717-534- 3911 or 800-745- 3000, and online at www.HersheyEntertainment.com or www.TicketMaster.com.

Three-time Grammy® Award-winning and multi-platinum- selling artist Pentatonix has sold nearly 10 million albums in worldwide consumption and performed for hundreds of thousands of fans at their sold out shows across the globe. Their YouTube channel boasts more than 14.6 million subscribers, yielding over 3.1 billion video views. Their 2015 self-titled album is certified gold after debuting #1 on Billboard’s 200.

Additionally, nine of their albums reached the top 10 on Billboard’s 200 chart (two albums reaching #1) and received multiple RIAA certifications for multi-platinum, platinum and gold selling albums and singles. Most recently, “Mary, Did You Know?” and “Hallelujah” were certified platinum, while the Pentatonix original, “Can’t Sleep Love,” was certified gold. The group has had two holiday specials on NBC, released their tour documentary - On My Way Home - in 2015 and appeared in the feature film, Pitch Perfect 2.

Most recently, Pentatonix released a deluxe version of their certified platinum 2016 holiday album A Pentatonix Christmas Deluxe and wrapped their sold-out A Pentatonix Christmas Tour in December.

For more information, please visit www.HersheyEntertainment.com.

The wristband policy will be in effect for this concert. Fans are permitted on the Hersheypark Entertainment Complex property beginning at 7 a.m. on Friday, March 9th. Two hours prior to the on-sale, fans will be directed in front of Giant Center Box Office, where they will be issued a numbered wristband. Wristbands are available for one hour, and at the conclusion of that hour, a selected fan will randomly choose a wristband that will determine the line order. Once the line is in place, fans arriving after the wristbands were issued will be escorted to the end of the numbered line.
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Schuylkill County Police Log for 02/27/2018

February 27, 2018, 12:01 pm
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Schuylkill County Police Log for 02/27/2018

Police Arrest Man for Theft

Hegins Township Police arrested Jimmy M. Smith, 18, of Valley View for Theft and Receiving Stolen Property.

The victim reported to Police that he believed his foster brother, Smith, stole his Dell laptop out of his bedroom. During an investigation it was revealed that Smith stole the laptop and traded it for marijuana. Charges were filed at Magisterial District Judge Rossi’S office.   

Man Facing with Forgery and Drug Charges

Hegins Township Police filed charges against Tony A. Schannauer, 37, of Valley View for Altered, Forged or Counterfeit Documents and Plates, Possession of a controlled substance, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Possession with Intent to Deliver Drug Paraphernalia, Operation of Vehicle Without Certificate of Inspection, Driving While Operating Privilege is Suspended, Registration and Certificate of Title Required, and Fraudulent Use or Removal of Registration Plate.

On 10/30/17, Police were on patrol and observed a fraudulent Pennsylvania registration plate affixed to a vehicle. The driver of the vehicle, SCHANNAUER, was stopped by police and it was determined that his driver’s license was suspended. Police also observed a New Jersey State inspection on the vehicle. During the investigation Police executed a search warrant on the vehicle and located Marijuana and several items of drug paraphernalia. Charges were filed at MDJ ROSSI’S office.

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Ashland Dollar General to Close Briefly for Remodel

February 27, 2018, 12:14 pm
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The Ashland Dollar General will be closing for a few days starting this weekend.


According to store management, the Ashland Dollar General is getting a remodel!

Employees say the store will close this Sunday, March 4th, 2018 around 6:00pm and will not reopen again until Thursday, March 8th, 2018.


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North Schuylkill Board Meeting - February 21, 2018

February 27, 2018, 12:33 pm
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The February public meeting of the North Schuylkill Board of School Directors was held on Wednesday, February 21, 2018 at 7:00pm.


All members were present with the exception of Suzanne O'Neil.

The meeting began with a presentation from members of the Pennsylvania School Board Association.

John E. Usalis of the Republican Herald put together a great write up on the presentation and the board's questions.
http://republicanherald.com/news/north-schuylkill-considers-ending-board-association-membership-1.2306117

The minutes from the previous meetings were approved.

A motion was requested and approved for the financial reports and check registers.

A motion was requested and approved for the 2017 Real Estate Tax Reports to authorize the Business Manager to submit delinquent taxes to the Tax Claim Bureaus of Schuylkill and Columbia County for collection.

A motion was requested and approved the "Private Sale" of Parcel Property 04-19-0002.000 on which real estate taxes are delinquent.

A motion was requested and approved for the sale of Parcel Property 45-06-0081.000.

A motion was requested to authorize the Business Manager to open a CD with Mid Penn Bank for $178,029.68 at 1.60% retroactive to February 2nd, 2018 for the High School Activity Fund.  The motion was approved.

A motion was requested and approve the use of the School's Facilities for various events.

FMLA leave was requested and approved for Liza Ulceski, Assistant Secondary Principal (effective December 18, 2018) and Ashley Palubinsky, Assistant Supervisor of Special Education (Effective March 7, 2018).

A motion was requested to approve the Addendum to Agreement with S4Teachers LLC effective February 22, 2018.

A motion was requested and approved for medical sabbatical for Shawn Gibbons, a secondary health and physical education teaching, beginning February 20, 2018 through the end of the 2017-2018 School Year.  This motion was in accordance with the NSSD/NSEA Collective Bargaining Agreement and District Policies and Procedures.

A motion was requested and approved for the 2017-2018 School Calendar revisions necessitated by weather cancellations.

A motion was requested and approved for the requests from the North Schuylkill Elementary PTO for the  1st, 3rd, and 4th Grade field trips.

A motion was requested and approved, upon the receipt of all appropriate documentation, to hire Luke Lapotsky as an Assistant Softball Coach for the 2018 Season at a salary of $2,300.00.

A motion was requested and approved, upon the receipt of all appropriate documentation, to hire, Jamie Palmerio as an Assistant Softball Coach for the 2018 Season at a salary of $1,700.00.

A motion was requested and approved, upon the receipt of all appropriate documentation, to hire Janette Lukashunas as an Assistant Softball Coach for the 2018 Season at a salary of $2,150.00.

A motion was requested and approved, upon the receipt of all appropriate documentation, for the following individuals as Volunteer Softball Coaches for the 2018 Season:  Bob Holmes, Jack Marlow, Johanna Cappel, Dana Achenbach.

A motion was requested and approved, upon the receipt of all appropriate documentation, to hire Bob Moyer as an Assistant Track Coach for the 2018 Season at a salary of $6,288.00.

A motion was requested and approved, upon the receipt of all appropriate documentation, to hire Tony Chatkiewicz as an Assistant Track Coach for the 2018 Season at a salary of $3,800.00.

A motion was requested and approved, upon the receipt of all appropriate documentation, to hire Michael Russell as an Assistant Track Coach for the 2018 Season at a salary of $1,700.00.

A motion was requested and approved, upon the receipt of all appropriate documentation, to hire Frank Briggs as an Assistant Track Coach for the 2018 Season at a salary of $2,300.00.

A motion was requested and approved, upon the receipt of all appropriate documentation, to hire Michael Tomko as an Assistant Track Coach for the 2018 Season at a salary of $2,300.00.

A motion was requested and approved, upon the receipt of all appropriate documentation, to hire Mike Smith as an Assistant Track Coach for the 2018 Season at a salary of $1,550.00.

A motion was requested and approved, upon the receipt of all appropriate documentation, for the following individuals as Volunteer Track Coaches for the 2018 Season:  Tyler Mutchler, Theresa Holman.

A motion was requested and approved, upon the receipt of all appropriate documentation, to hire John Minalda as an Assistant Football Coach for the 2018 Fall Season at a salary of $4,100.00.

A motion was requested and approved, upon the receipt of all appropriate documentation, to hire Joe Tomtishen as an Assistant Football Coach for the 2018 Fall Season at a salary of $3,250.00.

A motion was requested and approved, upon the receipt of all appropriate documentation, to hire Marc Wislosky as an Assistant Football Coach for the 2018 Fall Season at a salary of $2,300.00.

A motion was requested and approved, upon the receipt of all appropriate documentation, to hire Jason Gawrylik as an Assistant Football Coach for the 2018 Fall Season at a salary of $1,850.00.

A motion was requested and approved, upon the receipt of all appropriate documentation, to hire Pete Stanakis as an Assistant Football Coach for the 2018 Fall Season at a salary of $2,300.00.

A motion was requested and approved, upon the receipt of all appropriate documentation, to hire Anthony Russo as an Assistant Football Coach for the 2018 Fall Season at a salary of $4,250.00.

A motion was requested and approved, upon the receipt of all appropriate documentation, to hire Carson Long as an Assistant Football Coach for the 2018 Fall Season at a salary of $1,000.00.

A motion was requested and approved, upon the receipt of all appropriate documentation, to hire Fred Kushwarra as an Assistant Football Coach for the 2018 Fall Season at a salary of $1,225.00.

Long and Kushwarra are splitting one paid position.

A motion was requested and approved, upon the receipt of all appropriate documentation, to hire Pat Cooney as a Junior High/Assistant Football Coach for the 2018 Fall Season at a salary of $1,700.

A motion was requested and approved, upon the receipt of all appropriate documentation, to hire Bob Giba as a Junior High/Assistant Football Coach for the 2018 Fall Season at a salary of $1,700.

A motion was requested and approved for the second reading of a Title 1 - Comparability of Services Policy.

A motion was requested and approved for the second reading of the District-Wide Title 1 Parent Involvement Policy as well as the Head Lice policy.

A motion was requested and approved for the resolution that the District Opposes the ESA Voucher Program (Senate Bill 2).

A motion was requested and approved for the resolution that the District Opposes the Pennsylvania School Board Association vs. Simon Campbell Law Suit.

A motion was requested and approved the first reading of the Food Services policy.

The next public board meeting is schedule for Wednesday, March 21, 2018.
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District XI Basketball Playoff Scores from Tuesday Night

February 27, 2018, 5:44 pm
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District XI Basketball Playoff Scores from Tuesday Night for Schuylkill County Teams

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Tuesday, February 27, 2018

GIRLS CLASS A
Nativity BVM - 55
Susquehanna Community - 40

GIRLS CLASS AAA
North Schuylkill - 58
Pine Grove - 31

BOYS CLASS AA
Moravian Academy - 65
Schuylkill Haven - 50

BOYS CLASS AA
Marian Catholic
Panther Valley

BOYS CLASS 4A 
Lower Moreland - 69
Tamaqua - 58

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Schedule of Games

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Wednesday, February 28, 2018
BOYS CLASS AAA - Pine Grove vs.Valley Forge Military Academy @ Valley Forge - 7:00pm
GIRLS CLASS 4A - Blue Mountain vs. Bethlehem Catholic @ Whitehall - 7:30pm
GIRLS CLASS 4A - Tamaqua vs. Allentown Central Catholic @ Whitehall - 6:00pm

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Thursday, March 1, 2018
GIRLS CLASS AA - Mahanoy Area vs. Minersville @ Martz Hall - 7:30pm



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Saturday, March 3, 2018
GIRLS CLASS 5A - Pottsville vs. Southern Lehigh - Time and Location TBA

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BOYS CLASS A - Nativity BVM vs. Susquehanna Community - District 2 Site



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Police Activity at Martz Hall Tuesday Evening

February 27, 2018, 8:06 pm
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A police response was seen at Martz Hall Tuesday evening.

After the Marian Catholic/Panther Valley game, a police response by numerous police units including State Police, City Police, and other local units were seen responding to Martz Hall.

Official information has not been made available as of 11:00pm.

More information when it is available.
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Schuylkill County Obituaries for 02/27/2018

February 27, 2018, 9:54 pm
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Schuylkill County Obituaries for 02/27/2018

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Ruby H. Thissen, (V. Ruby Hoke) age 92, of Springbrook Ave., Rhinebeck, NY, formerly of School Street, Pine Grove, passed away on Sunday, February 25, in The Thompson House, Rhinebeck, NY.
Born on January 30, 1926, in Donaldson, she was the daughter of the late George Wellington and Florence Mae Harner Hoke.

Ruby graduated from the Tremont High School and attended Penn State Business School. She was a lifetime member of the Order of the Eastern Star, Cressona Chapter No. 367 and a member of St. Peter's Lutheran Church, Pine Grove. She was a bank Teller at the former Lebanon Valley National Bank. In retirement, she enjoyed tending her flower gardens and spending time with her family and friends.
Preceding her in death were her husband, Jay Thissen, her son, Charles Miller, two baby boys; three brothers, Marvin Hoke, George Hoke, Jr., Wilber Hoke, and three sisters, Vergie Hoke, Phyllis Hoke and Mary Bretzius.
Surviving are a Daughter, Christine Miller, two grandchildren, and a sister, Joanne Clark.
Services will be held on Thursday, March 1, at 10:30 A.M. in the H. L. Snyder Funeral Home, Inc., Pine Grove, with Dr. Richard W. Schoenleber officiating. There will be a viewing on Thursday, from 9:30 to 10:30 A.M. at the H. L. Snyder Funeral Home, Inc. Interment will follow in the St. John's Lutheran Cemetery, Pine Grove.
The family would prefer, in lieu of flowers, donations be given to St. Peter's Lutheran Church, 312 S. Tulpehocken Street, Pine Grove, Pa. 17963, in her memory.
You may send condolences to the family at our website www.hlsnyderfuneralhome.com.

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Edith June (Walker) Lipiec, 85, of Shenandoah, passed away peacefully Monday morning at Lehigh Valley Hospital-Schuylkill E. Norwegian Street.

Born in Yatesville, June 2, 1932, she was a daughter of the late Frank and Elsie (Freeman) Walker.

She was a graduate of the former J.W. Cooper High School, Shenandoah.

Edith worked as a clerk for the former Sawka’s Bakery and later at Jean’s Newsstand, both of Shenandoah.

She was a very devout and active member of the former First United Methodist Church, Shenandoah, and was a current member of the First United Methodist Church, Mahanoy City. She was an avid football fan of the Shenandoah Valley Blue Devils, the Penn State Nittany Lions and the Philadelphia Eagles. Edith loved shopping but above all her family was of most importance to her.

Preceding her in death, in addition to her parents, were her husband, Edmund M. “Munu” Lipiec Sr., December 8, 2011; a son, Frank Lipiec; a sister, Margaret Ann “Muggs” Walker.

Surviving are two sons, Edmund M. “Butch” Lipiec Jr. and his wife, Hannah, Shenandoah, and John Lipiec and his companion, Amy Sheeler, Shenandoah; a daughter, Marylou Cecchini and her husband, Tony, Virginia Beach, Va.; four grandchildren, Christopher Cecchini and his wife, Lisa, Jennifer Cecchini and Stephanie Cecchini, all of Virginia, and Keith Lipiec and his wife, Julia, Abingdon, Md.; two great-grandchildren, twins, Keith Eric and Stella Lipiec; two brothers, Clayton Walker and his wife Mary Ann, Mahanoy City, and Frank Walker and his wife, Lillian, New Brunswick, N.J.; four sisters, Ruth Holden, Mahanoy City, Shirley Gottshall, Bloomsburg, Grace Schuyler, Drums, and Susan Aponick, Mahanoy City; nieces, nephews, cousins and many friends.

Religious services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at Walukiewicz-Oravitz Fell Funeral Home, 132 S. Jardin St., Shenandoah. Pastor Susan Daniels will officiate. Interment will follow in St. Stanislaus Cemetery, Shenandoah Heights. A viewing will be held from 9 until 11 a.m. Friday at the funeral home.

Walukiewicz-Oravitz Fell Funeral Home, Shenandoah, is in charge of the arrangements.

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Joyce F. (Ploeger) Melusky, 71, of Lost Creek, passed away peacefully early Sunday morning at Lehigh Valley Hospital-Schuylkill E. Norwegian Street.

Born in Brooklyn, New York, July 28, 1946, she was a daughter of the late Frank and Kathryn (Joyce) Ploeger.

She was a graduate of the former J.W. Cooper High School, Shenandoah.

Joyce was a nursing and dietary aide at the former Rest Haven Nursing Home, Schuylkill Haven.

She was a member of the former St. Mary Magdalene Church, Lost Creek.

Preceding her in death, in addition to her parents, were her son, Stephen Melusky, and sister, Anne M. Tragus.

Surviving are a son, Mark J. Melusky and his wife, Lisa, Lost Creek; two grandchildren, Joshua and Kayla Melusky, Lost Creek; nieces, nephews, cousins and many friends.

Religious services will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday at Walukiewicz-Oravitz Fell Funeral Home, 132 S. Jardin St., Shenandoah. Monsignor Ronald C. Bocian will officiate. Interment will follow in Annunciation BVM Cemetery, Shenandoah Heights. A visitation will be held from 9 until 10 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home.

Expressions of sympathy can be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105, or at stjude.org.

Walukiewicz-Oravitz Fell Funeral Home, Shenandoah, is in charge of the arrangements.

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Jean A. Roseman, 80, of Centre St., Ashland, passed away Monday February 26th, 2018, at the Lehigh Valley Hospital, Schuylkill, East Norwegian St. Pottsville.
Born in Fountain Springs, June 17, 1937, she was the daughter of the late Louis and Marie Donlin Miller. She attended the former St. Joseph’s Elementary School, Ashland, and was employed as a Trimmer and Presser for the former Ashland Sportswear Factory, Ashland, until her retirement in 1984. Jean was a member of the former St. Joseph Roman Catholic Church, now St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Parish, Ashland.
Preceding her in death was a son, James Roseman, sisters Margaret Fetterolf and Florence Miller, also a brother Gerald Miller.
Survivors:
Daughter: Jean Korn, Ashland
Son: Carl Roseman, Pottsville
Daughter in Law: Vicky Roseman, Frackville
Son in Law: William Korn, Gordon
Eight Grandchildren, Two Great Grandchildren, nieces and nephews
Relatives and friends are invited to a Memorial Prayer Service, Friday, 7 PM in the Richard W. Fritz Funereal Home, 1323 Centre St., Ashland. Officiating will be Rev. Paul L. Rothermel, pastor of St. Charles Borromeo Parish, Ashland. A visitation will begin at 6 PM until service.
Visitwww.Fritzfuneralhome.com. The Richard W. Fritz Funeral Home, Ashland, is in charge of arrangements.



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Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 02/28/18

February 27, 2018, 10:15 pm
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Wednesday - Increasing Clouds Throughout the Day - High in the Mid 50's
Wednesday Night - Cloudy - Low in the Upper 40's

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Thursday - Rain Late - High near 50
Friday - Rain and Even Some Snow is Possilbe; Very Windy  - High in the Lower 40's
Saturday - Cloudy - High near 40
Sunday - Sunny - High in the Lower 40's
Monday - Sunny - High in the Mid 40's
Tuesday - Rain and Snow Showers - High near 40
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Pottsville Police Investigating Fight in Stands at Martz Hall

February 28, 2018, 6:30 am
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Police are currently investigating an incident inside Martz Hall Tuesday evening.

According to Pottsville Police, on Tuesday evening, around 9:00pm, the Pottsville Police and surrounding police agencies were dispatched to Martz Hall, to investigate a reported fight in the stands involving several spectators at the Panther Valley/Marian boys playoff basketball game. 

When police arrived, security had already separated those involved.  Police remained on-scene to assist the clearing of Martz Hall after the game and to identify those involved in the physical altercation.

Pottsville Police Chief Richard Wojciechowsky stated "The investigation is continuing and appropriate charges will be filed after all available evidence is collected and reviewed."
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Schuylkill County Police Log for 02/28/18

February 28, 2018, 10:20 am
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Two Face Charges for Falsely Reporting a Vehicle Theft

Two people are facing charges after falsely reporting to police that a vehicle was stolen in West Mahanoy Township.

According to police, on January 14th, 2018 Anna Hornberger reported that her vehicle was stolen from a residence in Brownsville.

Police say Hornberger denied knowing anything regarding the incident but an investigation revealed that at the time of the report, a Donald Crawley was in possession of the vehicle.

It was also found that Hornberger had permitted Crawley to borrow the vehicle.

As a result of this investigation West Mahanoy Township Police have charged, Hornberger with False Reports and Crawley will have to answer to a charge of Unauthorized use of Automobiles.

Both charges were filed before Magisterial District Judge Kilker in Shenandoah.

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