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Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 05/11/18

May 11, 2018, 5:45 am
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Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 05/11/18

Friday - Clouds and Sun - High in the Mid 60's
Friday Night - Rain Overnight - Low near 50

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Saturday - Showers and Storms (Some Storms Early in the Morning) - High in the Lower 70's
Sunday - Rain - High in the Upper 50's
Monday - Rain Early - High near 70
Tuesday - Sun and Clouds with Storms in the Afternoon - High in the Mid 70's
Wednesday - Cloudy with Storms in the Afternoon - High in the Lower 70's
Thursday - Storms - High in the Mid 60's

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Ashland Police Investigating Altercation Involving Axe and Machete

May 11, 2018, 6:55 am
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Police are investing a fight that occurred Thursday evening in Ashland involving an axe and a machete.

According to Ashland Police, on Thursday, May 10th, just before 7:00pm, Officer Phil Schlegal was dispatched to the 1400 block of Walnut Street for a report of two males fighting in the street with also a report of one of the males wielding an axe and a machete.

When Officer Schlegal arrived, the two males had already been separated with one of them fleeing the scene prior to his arrival.

An investigation was conducted and it was determined that the incident began when Samuel Smith, 19, arrived at the home of Michael Blessing, 34, of Ashland.  Smith reportedly started the altercation with Blessing and knocked out a screen door window.  It was at this point, Blessing grabbed an axe and machete from inside his home and proceeded to chase Smith into the street.

The altercation continued into the street until Smith fled the scene in his vehicle.

The investigation into the fight is continuing with charges expected to be filed at a later date.

Assisting at the scene were Police Departments from Butler Township, Girardville, and Frackville.


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Ashland Borough Council Meeting - May 9, 2018

May 11, 2018, 7:55 am
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Information from Ashland Borough's Council Meeting on May 9th, 2018.

All Council Members in Attendance for the meetings

Minutes from the last meeting, reports from officers, and bills and transfers were all accepted and approved.


Under business, a letter was received from Schuylkill County VISION to request the use of an Ashland park to hold a "Yoga in the Park".  The request was motioned and approved.

A resignation was accept from one of the borough's part time front desk clerk.  The request was motioned and approved.

A motion was requested and approved to advertise the job opening for part-time police officers, full-time public works laborer and a part-time front desk clerk.

A motion was accepted and approved for a consulting proposal form the Gulotta Group for Grant Writing Services.

The Borough wants to preserve existing housing stock by offering non-amortizing
forgiveness loans to income-eligible homeowners for the rehabilitation of the properties with the
objectives of bringing these properties in to conformance with codes, upgrading major systems
such as electrical, plumbing, and heating systems, addressing energy efficiency by installing new
windows, doors and upgrading insulation, and addressing any structural issues that may
eventually impair the health and safety of the property. To this end, it is seeking professional
grant writing services of the Gulotta Group to prepare and file application PA DCED HOME or
PHFA PHARE funds.
The borough adopted a resolution to authorize the application to Schuylkill County for the demolition of 1507 Walnut Street as well as a second resolution for the demotion of 1728 through 1730 Walnut Street.

Under other business, Mayor Walacavage requested an executive session  at the end of the regular meeting regarding police business.

A motion was made by Councilman Bernodin and seconded by Councilman Spieles, and approved to authorize the VFW to hold their annual Memorial Day Parade and allow police, fire and fire police participation

Council President Groody reported that the borough would be holding the summer lunch program starting on June 11, 2018 from 11:30-12:30pm at Eureka Park.

Police Chief Mark O'Hearn announced with the starting of the street sweeper for the summer, parking warnings would be issued for May.

Councilwoman Wesner thanked the "Jones Foundation" Jack Jones, Ray and Gail Jones for their effects in purchasing and planting flowers in the downtown planters.

The Council then went into an executive session for police business.

During this meeting, a motion was made and approved by Councilman Spieles to provide weekend shift differential to part-time police officers 

Police officers who work the shifts of Friday, 3:00pm to 7:00am, and Saturday 3:00pm to 7:00am will increase from $17.00/hour to $20.00/hour.  Councilwoman Wesner seconded, Council President asked for a roll call vote with President Groody, Vice President Spieles, Councilman Cooney, Councilwoman McIntyre, Councilman Menne, Councilwoman Wesner all voting yes.  Councilman Bernodin abstained from the vote.

Ashland Police officer Phillip Schlegal publicly thanked Will Snyder for assisting him with the apprehension of a suspect who fled on foot from an incident that occurred at Rite Aid.


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Homicide Charges Filed Against Man from Fatal Crash in March

May 11, 2018, 11:12 am
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A man has been charged with homicide after he killed a Schuylkill Haven man in Berks Countyon March 16, 2018.


According to State Police, Carlos A. Rosario Jr., 33, of Allentown, was arrested on Wednesday and charged with murder in the third degree, homicide by vehicle while DUI, aggravated assault by vehicle while DUI, receiving stolen property, conspiracy, homicide by vehicle, accidents involving death or personal injury while not properly licensed, DUI, DUI high rate, DUI controlled substance, unauthorized use of motor vehicles, driving with an alcohol level of 0.02% or higher while under license suspension, disregard for single traffic lane, duties at a stop sign, driving at an unsafe speed, careless driving, reckless driving, restrictions on alcoholic beverages and failure to use safety belts.

According to the Pennsylvania State Police, on Friday morning around 6:20am, PSP Hamburg responded to a two vehicle crash with entrapment that occurred at the intersection of the exit 19 off ramp and SR183 in Berks County. 

Police say a 2014 Toyota Sienna mini-van, driven by Rosario, exited Interstate 78 W/B onto the off ramp at a high rate of speed.  A second vehicle, a 1995 Buick, driven by Keith Krammes, 56, of Schuylkill Haven was traveling south on Route 183.

The Minivan reportedly failed to negotiate a curve at the top of the ramp and collided into Krames driver side.

Rosario was transported to Reading Hospital for treatment. 

A passenger in the mini-van was found outside of the vehicle and was detained upon PSP arrival.

Krammes was extricated by Fire/EMS and flown to LVH Cedar Crest where he was pronounced deceased from his injuries. 

Troop L FSU and CARS responded and processed the scene, Route 183 as closed during the investigation. 

The mini-van was towed and impounded at PSP Hamburg due to being reported stolen.  The owner of the mini-van was notified by Nashua, New Hampshire Police and she stated that her daughter had the vehicle in the Allentown area.  The daughter reported the mini-van stolen from the Comfort Inn in Upper Macungie Twp., Lehigh County.

The stolen mini-van was also reported to be involved in an incident a half hour earlier.

Around 5:50am, PSP Hamburg responded to a single vehicle crash on Interstate 78 westbound at MM 24.1.

An investigation revealed that a 2003 Ford Focus had crashed into the center median barrier while traveling at a high rate of speed and became disabled.

EMS was called and upon arrival they observed two males off-loading contents out of the Focus into a silver mini-van.  After loading all contents into the van, they fled west on I 78 at a high rate of speed. 

Upon arrival of PSP, a registration query indicated that the mini-van was reported stolen out of PSP Bethlehem.
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Cygnets Hatch at Bubeck Park in Schuylkill Haven

May 11, 2018, 11:49 am
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Three cygnets, young swans, have hatched at Bubeck Park in Schuylkill Haven this week.


It's not one when they hatched but it occurred sometime between late Tuesday and Thursday.

Six more eggs have yet to hatch.

Photos by Sarah Simatos



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Mahanoy Township Police File Drug Charges in Separate Incidents

May 11, 2018, 12:28 pm
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On Friday, May 11, 2018, Mahanoy Township Police filed drug charges against two individuals from separate incidents.

Melissa Merenda, 36, of Barnesville was charged with possession with intent for use for an April 11, 2018 incident on the Vulcan Hill where she was found with 3 glass pipes with a burnt substance inside.  Merenda was taken to the Mahanoy Township Police Station at the time of the incident and released until charges filed. 

Justin Mosolino, 37, of Pottsville was charged with possession with intent for use, as possession of a controlled substance for a May 6, 2018 incident.  During the incident, police were dispatched to the Sunoco Gas Station at the top of the Vulcan Hill for a domestic incident.  Mosolino was found at the scene with 4 needles, 2 cut down straws used for inhaling, and a clear glassine bag containing a white crystal-like substance which later tested for methamphetamine.  Mosolino was taken to the Mahanoy Township Police Station at the time of the incident and released until charges filed. 
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Mahanoy City Police Apprehend Woman Who Failed to Appear for Court

May 11, 2018, 3:14 pm
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Mahanoy City Police took a woman into custody who failed to appear for court.


On Friday, May 11th, 2018, around 5:30pm, Officers Jonathan McHugh and Thomas Rentschler of the Mahanoy City Police Department apprehended a fugitive in the 400 block of E. Pine St.

Kathleen Keeth, 38, of Mahanoy City was taken into custody on an outstanding bench warrant from Schuylkill County Court. Keeth failed to appear for the charges of Possession of a Controlled Substance, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, and Retail Theft. She was committed to the Schuylkill County Prison.


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Schuylkill County Obituaries for 05/11/18

May 12, 2018, 3:41 am
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Schuylkill County Obituaries for 05/11/18

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Harvey Slater, 73, Schuylkill Haven, passed away at his residence on Friday.

Born in Newark, New Jersey, he was a son of the late William and Joan Marsh Slater. He attended Neward schools and was formerly employed by Penn Tool Company, Maplewood, New Jersey.

He was preceded in death by a brother, Dennis Slater, in 2003.

He is survived by his wife of 20 years, the former Luz Velasquez; two daughters, Leslie Slater and Kia Slater, both of Paterson, New Jersey; three stepdaughters, Nancy Velasquez, Newark, New Jersey, Angelica Feliciano, Fords, New Jersey, and Dolores Vadi, of Florida; ten grandchildren; four great grandchildren. He is also survived by four siblings, Barbara Tucker, Baltimore, Rhoda Mann, Tamarac, Florida, Brenda Felton, Plainfield, New Jersey, and John Slater, Kunkletown; nieces and nephews.

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Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 05/12/18

May 12, 2018, 7:35 am
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Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 05/12/18

Saturday - Showers and Storms, Some May be Severe in the Afternoon - High in the Lower 70's
Saturday Night - Thunderstorms - Low near 50

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Sunday - Rain - High in the Upper 50's
Monday - Showers and Storms - High near 70
Tuesday - Showers and Storms in the Afternoon - High near 80
Wednesday - Stormy - High in the Mid 60's
Thursday - Showers and Storms in the Afternoon - High near 70
Friday - Showers - High near 70



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Friday Night Results from Big Diamond Speedway

May 12, 2018, 8:50 am
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It all came down to a one lap shootout to determine the winner of the Mattera’s Electrical and General Contracting Modified “Topless” 35 feature last night at Big Diamond.

When it was over it was the track’s all-time winner Craig Von Dohren standing in victory lane to collect the $5000 first place prize.

“I’m not a real big fan of having double file restarts with one lap to go, I don’t think that’s right but tonight we were able to benefit from it. It’s a gamble of who goes first and gets the jump. I think it was kind of even there. We were back and forth there playing cat and mouse and it is what it is I guess.”

Opening night winner Billy Pauch Jr led the field to the green with Frank Yankowski on the outside. As the pair headed into turn three side by side there was contact with Pauch spinning to bring out the yellow and heading to the back of the field.

On the restart Yankowski surged to the front over Ryan Godown as a series of yellows plagued the start of the race with raindrops starting to fall. The cars stayed on the track while the raindrops fell and in a few moments the precipitation stopped and after a few hot laps to make sure the track was suitable for racing the drivers gave the thumbs up sign and we were going back to action.

Godown grabbed the lead on the lap four restart over Yankowski but the action was halted once again as the red flag was displayed when Kevin Beach Jr spun in turn two with Brett Kressley clipping him and going over. Kressley exited his car and was ok.

As the field returned to racing Godown immediately started to pull away as the battle raged on behind him for second between Yankowski, Von Dohren, Jeff Strunk, Duane Howard and a high flying Pauch Jr who had made his way back up to sixth in six laps after restarting in the back.

Lap seven brought out another caution as a multi-car tangle took place in turn two. Racing was back underway and on lap nine Von Dohren was able to work past Yankowski for the runner-up spot. Cautions on lap 13 and 14 kept the racing close up front with Von Dohren working his way past Godown for the lead on the restart after the lap 13 yellow.

Von Dohren continued to lead with a hard battle going on for second between Strunk and Godown with Strunk emerging as the runner-up after finally working his way by Godown. Another yellow slowed the field on lap 21. During the yellow Pauch Jr who had worked his way up the fourth spot stopped on the front stretch needing a tow, done for the night.

Back to green and Von Dohren surged out front with Godown getting back by Strunk for second. One lap later on lap 23 it was back to yellow. When the race resumed Godown was on a mission and worked by Von Dohren to reassume the lead and this time Godown started to pull away from the rest of the field. Godown sped under the white flag with an insurmountable lead only to have the caution come out as the #38 of Frank Porreca spin to bring out the yellow setting up the one lap shootout to the finish.

There was a vibe in the stands as they knew it was going to be a heavyweight battle between two of the best Big Diamond has to offer. The fans were not disappointed as the Godown and Von Dohren raced side by side down front and into turn one. Von Dohren was able to get a good bite on the outside as the two raced off of turn two to emerge as the leader. Godown gave it one more last shot in turn three but to no avail as Von Dohren emerged victorious in the first ever Big Diamond “Topless” feature event.

Godown ended up a very disappointed second followed by Duane Howard, Jeff Strunk and Jared Umbenhaurer. Ryan Watt came from the back of the field three times to finish sixth with Dale Hartz, Jimmy Reppert, John Willman and Frank Porreca completing the top ten.

We had a new winner emerge in the USS Achey Sportsman division last night as Nate Klinger took the checkered flag winning his first ever sportsman feature event. Klinger grabbed the lead from his front row starting spot at the drop of the green with veteran sportsman driver Doug Hendricks working his way towards the front. Hendricks took the lead on a lap six restart with Klinger right in tow as points leader Alex Yankowski was working his way to the front from his ninth starting spot.

The last caution of the race would come out on lap eight and on the restart the #4K of Klinger powered his way back by Hendricks from his outside starting spot to retake the lead. Hendricks gave it all he had to get back by the leader Klinger but never made a mistake and held on to take the checkered flag and his first sportsman division win.

Finishing order was Brad Klinger, Doug Hendricks, Craig Whitmoyer, Alex Yankowski and Daryl Dissinger. Completing the top ten were Dave Dissinger, Ray Woodhall Sr, Wayne Witmer, Glenn Rowan and Michael Burrows.

It was another crowd pleaser of a feature event in the No Sweat Service Group Street Stock division as Jason Geesaman emerged with the victory after a hard-fought battle with Elvin Brennan III and Joey Brennan. Joey Brennan took the lead at the start with Geesaman quickly on the move from his eighth starting spot. Brenna had opened up a large lead and looked to be on his way to a convincing victory as the laps wound down until the caution came out on lap twelve erasing his advantage over Geesaman.

This was the break Geesaman was looking for as he grabbed the lead on the restart and despite numerous restarts and a hard charging Elvin Brennan III was able to take home the victory. Elvin Brennan III was second with Joey Brennan, Robin Wagner and Jesse Krasnitsky rounding out the top five.

In the Savage 61 Road Runner division it was Mike Reichert winning his second feature of the year after taking the lead on lap two restart and never looking back. Keith Fritz gave it everything he had but had nothing for the quick running Reichert who took the win. Fritz crossed the line in second but was DQ’D for having illegal engine components discovered in tech after the race. Completing the top five were Jim Kost, Chris Holland, Shawn Mulhall and Fred Everly.

Next up at Big Diamond Speedway on Friday May 18th is the USAC Wingless Sprints along with the Midgets, Road Runners and Street Stocks.

Results 5/11/18 – Topless 35 Modified Race

The Matteras Electrical Modified Topless Feature (35 Laps) - Craig VonDohren, Ryan Godown, Duane Howard, Jeff Strunk, Jared Umbenhauer, Ryan Watt, Dale Hartz, Jimmy Reppert, John Willman and Frank Porreca. Did not finish were Jim Bobbitt, Frank Yankowski, Billy Pauch Jr., Ryan Krachunm Ray Swinehart, Meme DeSantis, Grant Hilfiger, Cliff Quinn, Kevin Beach, Brett Kressley, Mike Lisowski, Kris Graver, Heath Metzger and Shawn Fitzpatrick. Did not qualify were Scott Albert, Billy Lasko, Andy Burkhart and Ryan Kunkle.




The modified heats were won by Billy Pauch Jr., Frank Yankowski and Ryan Godown. The consolation was won by Grant Hilfiger.



The U.S.S. Achey sportsman Feature (20 Laps) - Nate Klinger, Doug Hendricks, Craig Whitmoyer, Alex Yankowski, Daryl Dissinger, Dave Dissinger, Ray Woodall Sr., Wayne Witmer, Glenn Rowan, Michael Burrows, Kevin Brady, Nate Mohr, Ed Schneck, Dylan Smith, Ed Mrochko, Shawn Light and TJ Fitzpatrick. Did not finish were Kyle Reber, Ken Eckert Jr., Dean Bachman, Cale Ross, Matt Clay and Harry Landis. Did not qualify were Dakota Kohler, Blake Reber and Chis Brennan.




The sportsman division heats were won by Daryl Dissinger, Kevin Brady and Doug Hendricks. The consolation was canceled when only 5 cars were able to start.




The Savage 61 Road Runners Feature - Mike Reichert, Jim Kost, Chris Holland, Shawn Mulhall, Fred Everly, Matt Ney and Seth Reichert. Did not finish were Kris Ney, Jon Schlauch, and Cory Lindenmuth. Did not start were Terry Kramer and Ray Garcia. Kerry Fritz originally finished 2nd in the feature but was disqualified for the evening with illegal engine components.




The road runner heats were won by Mike Reichert and Jim Kost.




The No Sweat Service Group Street Stock Feature - Jasen Geesaman, Elvin Brennan III, Joey Brennan, Robin Wagner, Jesse Krasnitsky, Chris Derr and Mike Radocha. Did not finish were Dean Hine, Chris Heller, Kyle Saylor and Kody Sites.




Heats were won by Elvin Brennan III and Jasen Geesaman.
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Man Arrested After Threatening and Assaulting Mother

May 12, 2018, 5:58 pm
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A Valley View man was arrested after reportedly threatening and assaulting his mother.
According to Hegins Township Police, on Thursday, May 10, 2018, Hegins Township Police arrested Adam Lamar Bloch, 26, of Valley View for robbery, theft by unlawful taking, simple assault and harassment.

Patrolman Applegate filed the charges against Bloch after receiving a report from Bloch’s mother that Bloch assaulted her, threatened her, and demanded the keys to her Jeep. It was reported to police that the victim told Bloch that he could not have the keys to the vehicle. Bloch began smashing items inside of the residence before finding the keys to the Jeep. The victim reported that Bloch told her that if she called the police he would smash the vehicle. Bloch drove away in the Jeep.

Patrolman Applegate later apprehended Bloch and placed him into custody without incident. 

Bloch was arraigned before Magisterial District Judge Rossi and locked up in Schuylkill County Prison unable to post $40,000 bail.
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Man Facing Aggravated Assault Charges After Incident in Girardville

May 13, 2018, 4:43 am
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A 19 year old is facing aggravated assault charges after an incident in Girardville on Friday.

According to the Pennsylvania State Police at Frackville, a disturbance/assault was investigated around 8:10am Friday morning that occurred near the intersection of North 2nd Street and Beech Street in the borough.

Police say David Chuplis, 35, alleges that Edward Conapitski, 19, threatened and attacked him with a knife.

Chuplis was not injured during the incident.

Conapitski was located afterwards and taken into custody.  He was arraigned by Magisterial District Judge Christina Hale and charged with Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon, Terroristic Threats, Simple Assault, recklessly endangering another person, and harrassment.

Conapitski was locked up in Schuylkill County Prison on $40,000 bail.
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Man Charged with Arson and Assault After Setting Kitchen on Fire During Police Incident

May 13, 2018, 4:23 pm
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A man has been charged with arson and assault after setting a kitchen on fire during a police incident on Saturday.


According to the Pennsylvania State Police at Frackville, around 2:00pm Saturday, troopers responded to the report of a domestic disturbance at a home on Goose Pond Road, in East Brunswick Township, approximately 4 miles east of New Ringgold.

Police say when police arrived they learned that a female victim had fled the home to a neighbors and reported that she had been struck with a club and threatened by Theodore Sadoski, 54.

Police made contact with Sadoski in his home and it was at this point, Sadoski set fire to the kitchen and fled to a wooded area.

Troopers at the scene were able to put out the fire with extinguishers.

With cooperation with the West Penn Township Police, a search was initiated where Sadoski was found as a passenger in a vehicle and taken into custody without incident.

Deputy Fire Marshall Joseph Hall investigated the incendiary fire .

Community Volunteer Fire Company of New Ringgold and West Penn Township Fire Company responded and assisted at the scene.

Additional manpower was also requested from the State Police barracks in Schuylkill Haven.

Sadoski was charged with arson, aggravated assault, and other related offenses, arraigned by Magisterial District Judge Stephen Bayer and locked up in Schuylkill County Prison in lieu of $100,000 bail.
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Schuylkill County Obituaries for 05/13/18

May 13, 2018, 8:16 pm
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Schuylkill County Obituaries for 05/13/18

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Michael P. McCullough, 59, of Landingville, passed away early Thursday morning at his home, surrounded by his family. Born in Pottsville, Nov. 19, 1958, he was the son of the late Maurice G. McCullough Jr., and Georgine A. Flail. Preceding him in death, in addition to his parents, were two sisters Renee and Michele McCullough, and two brothers Wilmer and Maurice McCullough. Michael served in the Army for three years. He owned and operated his Automotive Inspection Station in Landingville. Surviving him are his wife of 33 years, Dana; a son Devin, and a daughter Renee, all from Landingville. He is also survived by a brother Patrick McCullough, of Schuylkill Haven; a sister Rebecca Barton, of Cressona; and a brother William Flail, along with nieces and nephews.
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Lee L. Becker, 89 of Schuylkill Haven, passed away on Thursday, May 10 at his home.

Born on July 22, 1928, in Schuylkill Haven, he was a son of the late Lewis and Irene Brown Becker .

Lee worked as a Dyer for the former Bamford Bleach & Dye.

Lee was an Army veteran having served in W.W.II where he received the World War II Victory Medal and the Army of Occupation Medal Japan. He also served in the Army during the Korean Conflict.. Lee was a member of the Schuylkill Haven Historical Society.

Preceding him in death were his wife, Mary A. Webber Becker on Dec. 1, 2009; two sons, Charles Becker and David Becker; a Brother, Leonard Becker and a Sister, Shirley Young.

Surviving are a Daughter, Virginia wife of Kenneth Reber of Schuylkill Haven; a Son, Paul and wife Deborah Becker of Middleport; 4 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren.

Services will be held on Tuesday, May 15, at 2:00 P.M. in St. Paul's UCC Church, 1235 Summer Hill Road, Auburn, with Pastor Kenneth McDowell officiating. There will be a viewing on Tuesday, May 15, from 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm at St. Paul's UCC Church. Interment will follow in the St. Paul's Cemetery Summer Hill Road, Auburn.

The family would prefer, in lieu of flowers, contributions be made to the Muscular Dystrophy Association 3300 E. Sunrise Dr. Tuscon, AR 85718, in his memory.

The H. L. Snyder Funeral Home, Inc., Pine Grove, is in charge of arrangements. You may send condolences to the family at our website at www.hlsnyderfuneralhome.com




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Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 05/14/18

May 14, 2018, 2:25 am
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Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 05/14/18

Monday - Fog Early, Cloudy in the Afternoon - High near 70
Monday Night - Thunderstorms Overnight - Low near 60

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Tuesday - Storms before daybreak, Cloudy with  More Storms Late in the Day - High near 80
Wednesday - Showers - High in the Mid 60's
Thursday - Showers  - High in the Mid 70's
Friday - Showers - High near 70
Saturday - Scattered Storms - High in the Upper 60's
Sunday - Thundershowers - High in the Lower 70's



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PPL to Plant 20,000 New Trees in Central and Eastern Pennsylvania This Year

May 14, 2018, 9:05 am
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Written By:  Carol Obando-Derstine, Regional Affairs Director, PPL Electric Utilities

Last time we saw leaves, we were hurrying to rake them off the lawn before the fall snow arrived.

But now a warmer season is here, and the trees are ready to start sprouting this summer’s cover again. It’s a nice part of every spring.

We’re proud to say that 20,000 brand-new trees in central and eastern Pennsylvania will be planted this year – hopefully to provide shade, cover and beauty for decades to come. It’s part of a recently launched program we call Community Roots.

Through Community Roots, PPL Electric Utilities offers free tree seedlings to schools, local governments and environmentally focused groups. We also provide planting and care instructions, so each seedling has the best chance of putting down some real community roots.

We introduced the program last year, and it’s been such a hit that we quickly received orders for all available trees. Those who were chosen to receive seedlings this spring will receive them this month and next. Ordering for spring and fall 2019 for qualified groups and schools will be available through our website, www.pplcommunityroots.com.

Why give away trees? Trees have many benefits, including helping to reduce air pollution. In addition, they provide much-needed shade in parks and other green spaces and beautify our neighborhoods.

The only concern trees cause is if they’re planted too close to power lines. Trees are the leading cause of storm-related outages. We provide Community Roots tree recipients with guidance on how to plant safely for the future. (Even if you’re not on the list for Community Roots trees, you can see useful information on planting trees and power lines at www.pplelectric.com/planting.)

We also urge anyone with a digging project – including tree planting – to call Pennsylvania 811 at least three business days before digging starts. Your underground utility lines will be marked so you don’t dig into them. Hitting an underground utility line can put you at risk for serious injury, and can also disrupt your service.

If you’re a tree lover, Pennsylvania is a great place. More than 130 species of trees are native to the state, and forests cover about 60 percent of the state.

We’re proud to serve our area of Pennsylvania, and pleased to contribute to its abundance of tree life. And we hope our Community Roots trees will someday provide you and your neighbors with a shady place to sit or a lovely fall view.

If you have to do the raking … well, it’s a small price to pay, really. 
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Marian High School Students Attain National Recognition for Performance in National Spanish Examinations

May 14, 2018, 10:01 am
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Several Spanish students from Marian Catholic High School attained national recognition for excellent performance on the 2018 National Spanish Examinations.

Students for Marian Catholic earned a total of one gold, one silver, and two bronze medals, along with 13 honorable mentions. Earning gold was Aidan Hinchey, while Henry Kreisl earned a silver, and both Ryan Chapman and Emma McClafferty produced bronze medals.

“Attaining a medal or honorable mention for any student on the National Spanish Examinations is very prestigious, because the exams are the largest of their kind in the United States with over 150,000 students participating in 2018,” said Kevin Cessna-Buscemi, National Director of the Exams.

Students from Marian Catholic have a long history of high achievement on these exams and were taught by Spanish teacher Mrs. Deborah Coles. The National Spanish Examinations are administered each year in grades six through 12, and are sponsored by the American Association of Teachers of Spanish and Portuguese.

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Man Facing DUI and Drug Charges After Traffic Stop

May 14, 2018, 10:23 am
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A Pine Grove man is facing DUI and drug charges after a traffic stop last week.

According to Orwigsburg Police, on Thursday, May 10, 2018 at approximately 11:45 p.m. the Orwigsburg Police Department stopped a vehicle for a series of traffic violations which occurred in the 900 block of W. Market Street in the borough.

During the course of the investigation, the operator of the vehicle, Jameson Lapp of Pine Grove, was found to be under the influence of drugs to the degree which he was incapable of safely operating the vehicle.

In addition, Lapp was found to be in possession of a large amount of illicit drugs, packaging material, and other drug paraphernalia.

Lapp was transported to the Lehigh Valley Health Network-Schuylkill South campus where he consented to a chemical test of blood before being video arraigned by on-call Magisterial District Judge Rossi on charges relating to possession of with intent to deliver drugs, possession of drugs, possession of drug paraphernalia, and driving under the influence of drugs.

Lapp was remanded to the Schuylkill County Prison unable to post $10,000 straight cash bail.

A preliminary hearing has been tentatively scheduled for Tuesday, May 15th at 10:00 a.m.

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PETA Asks Ashland Borough to Erect Statue to Honor "Nonhuman" Mothers

May 14, 2018, 11:38 am
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Last week, PETA reportedly sent a letter to Ashland mayor asking to erect statue to honor "nonhuman" mothers.


Last week, PETA (People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals) posted a press release on their site that announced that they had sent a letter to the Mayor of Ashland, Ray Walacavage, asking permission to erect a cow sculpture inscribed with the words “Respect and Honor all Mothers".

According to the press release and letter, "The sculpture would pay tribute to all the nonhuman mothers who also nurture their babies—especially cows used in the dairy industry, who form close bonds with their calves and produce milk for them, not humans, to drink."

“All mothers are loving and protective of their young—and this certainly includes mother cows whose calves are taken away from them, something that causes them great distress,” says PETA President Ingrid Newkirk. “PETA is hoping that Ashland will honor the universal devotion of mothers by adding a sculpture of a mother cow to its historic memorial.”

Skook News reached out to the borough of Ashland and learned that as of May 14, 2018, the borough and Mayor have not received the letter.  Mayor Walacavage was not available for comment.

PETA also did not return our call for comment.

The Mother's Memorial was erected in 1938 and is based off the painting the "Whistler's Mother".

Members felt that such a memorial would represent the very foundation of the Ashland Boys Association organization, because their motto "Come on home" and home evoked thoughts of one's mother.

Statue that PETA is requesting to erect

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Mahanoy City Police Apprehend Woman Wanted for Probation Violation and Outstanding Warrants

May 14, 2018, 8:06 pm
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The Mahanoy City Police apprehended a woman Monday evening wanted for probation violation and outstanding warrants.

According to the Mahanoy City Police, officers apprehended a fugitive in the 800 block of E. Centre St. around 8:45pm Monday evening.

Police say Nicole Kressler, 34, of Mahanoy City,  was taken into custody on a probation violation from Schuylkill County Court.

Kressler was originally charged on a drug violation. She also has several outstanding warrants from Magisterial District Judge Kilker’s office and a warrant from Bucks County court of common pleas.

Kressler was committed to the Schuylkill County Prison.

The Mahanoy Township Police Department also provided assistance in this fugitive apprehension.


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