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Upcoming Schuylkill County Road Work

July 15, 2018, 5:45 pm
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Upcoming Schuylkill County Road Work


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Municipality: New Castle / Ryan Township

Road name: Interstate 81 (over PA 61)

Between: Mall Road And: Industrial Road

Type of work: Inspection

Work being done by: PennDOT Bridge Inspection Forces

Type of restriction: Daytime

Restriction: 7/18/18 NORTHBOUND RIGHT (RAMP) LANE FROM 9AM TO 12 NOON

7/18/18 NORTHBOUND LEFT LANE FROM 12 NOON TO 3 PM

7/19/18 SOUTHBOUND RIGHT (RAMP) LANE FROM 9AM TO 3 PM

Start date: 7/18/2018

Est completion date: 7/19/2018

Restrictions in effect (time of day): 9:00 AM To: 3:00 PM

Will rain cause delays?: Yes

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Municipality: Delano Township

Road name: Lakeside Avenue

Between: Delano Road And: Crest Street

Type of work: Inspection

Work being done by: PennDOT Bridge Inspection Forces

Type of restriction: Daytime

Restriction: 7/24/18 LAKESIDE AVE. EASTBOUND LANE FROM 9AMTO 12 NOON

7/24/18 LAKESIDE AVE. WESTBOUND LANE FROM 12 NOON TO 3PM

Start date: 7/24/2018

Est completion date: 7/24/2018

Restrictions in effect (time of day): 9:00 AM To: 3:00 PM

Will rain cause delays?: Yes

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Municipality: Pine Grove Township

Road name: PA 501

Between: Pine Grove Street And: Berks County Line

Type of work: Drainage

Work being done by: PennDOT Maintenance Forces

Type of restriction: Daytime

Restriction: Lane restriction with flagging, be alert and anticipate traffic delays.

Start date: 7/16/2018

Est completion date: 7/20/2018

Restrictions in effect (time of day): 7:00 AM To: 3:00 PM

Will rain cause delays?: No

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Municipality: Foster / Cass / Norwegian Townships

Road name: Sunbury Road

Between: Minersville And: Buck Run

Type of work: Drainage

Work being done by: PennDOT Maintenance Forces

Type of restriction: Daytime

Restriction: Lane restrictions with flagging.

Start date: 7/16/2018

Est completion date: 7/20/2018

Restrictions in effect (time of day): 7:00 AM To: 3:00 PM

Will rain cause delays?: No

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Municipality: Wayne / North Manheim Townships

Road name: PA 443

Between: Friendensburg And: Schuylkill Haven

Type of work: Pothole Patching

Work being done by: PennDOT Maintenance Forces

Type of restriction: Daytime

Restriction: Lane closure with flagging.

Start date: 7/16/2018

Est completion date: 7/20/2018

Restrictions in effect (time of day): 7:00 AM To: 3:00 PM

Will rain cause delays?: No

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Municipality: Blythe Township

Road name: Ferndale Road

Between: West Brunswick And: New Philadelphia

Type of work: Other

Work being done by: PennDOT Maintenance Forces

Type of restriction: Daytime

Restriction: Lane closure with flagging.

Start date: 7/16/2018

Est completion date: 7/20/2018

Restrictions in effect (time of day): 7:00 AM To: 3:00 PM

Will rain cause delays?: No

Change/Update: Tar and Chipping

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Municipality: West Penn Township

Road name: PA 309

Between: South Tamaqua And: Tamaqua

Type of work: Pothole Patching

Work being done by: PennDOT Maintenance Forces

Type of restriction: Daytime

Restriction: Lane closure, be alert when approaching.

Start date: 7/16/2018

Est completion date: 7/20/2018

Restrictions in effect (time of day): 7:00 AM To: 3:00 PM

Will rain cause delays?: No

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Municipality: Kline Township

Road name: PA 309

Between: Main Street And: Kelayres Road

Type of work: Pothole Patching

Work being done by: PennDOT Maintenance Forces

Type of restriction: Daytime

Restriction: Lane restriction with flagging, be alert and anticipate traffic delays.

Start date: 7/16/2018

Est completion date: 7/20/2018

Restrictions in effect (time of day): 7:00 AM To: 3:00 PM

Will rain cause delays?: No

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Municipality: Union Township

Road name: Patterson Hill Road

Between: PA 924 And: Little Mountain Road

Type of work: Drainage

Work being done by: PennDOT Maintenance Forces

Type of restriction: Daytime

Restriction: Lane restriction with flagging, be alert and anticipate traffic delays.

Start date: 7/16/2018

Est completion date: 7/20/2018

Restrictions in effect (time of day): 7:00 AM To: 3:00 PM

Will rain cause delays?: Yes

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Municipality: Wayne Township

Road name: PA 443 (Friedenburg)

Between: Dad Burnhams Road And: PA 183

Type of work: Other

Work being done by: PennDOT Maintenance Forces

Type of restriction: Daytime

Restriction: Lane restriction with flagging, be alert and anticipate traffic delays.

Start date: 7/16/2018

Est completion date: 7/20/2018

Restrictions in effect (time of day): 7:00 AM To: 3:00 PM

Will rain cause delays?: No

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Municipality: Cass Township

Road name: Valley Road (Hecksherville)

Between: PA 901 And: Highridge Park Road

Type of work: Other

Work being done by: PennDOT Maintenance Forces

Type of restriction: Daytime

Restriction: Lane restriction with flagging, be alert and anticipate traffic delays.

Start date: 7/16/2018

Est completion date: 7/20/2018

Restrictions in effect (time of day): 7:00 AM To: 3:00 PM

Will rain cause delays?: No

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Schuylkill County Police Log for 07/15/18

July 15, 2018, 6:50 pm
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Schuylkill County Police Log for 07/15/18

Disorderly Conduct Charges filed After Altercation

According to Ashland Police, on July 5, 2018, around 9:40pm police were requested to respond to Turkey Hill for a fight in the parking lot

By the time police arrived, both involved had left the scene.

According to witnesses, Gina Runkle, 49, of Shamokin and William Price, 39, were involved in a verbal and physical altercation, assaulting each other and both parties fled in separate vehicles.  Police searched but could not locate either party.

Officer Daniel Weikel filed summary charged for disorderly conduct against both through Magisterial District Judge Christina Hale's office.

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Woman Caught Stealing from Rite Aid in Ashland

According to Ashland Police, on Wednesday, July 4, 2018, around 1:50pm, police were called to Rite Aid, located at 128 East Centre Street for a retail theft.  At the scene, Officer Weikel spoke with a store employee who stated that Deb Gilbert, 59,  of Ashland, stole a $50.00 bottle of perfume.

The incident was caught on video surveillance and viewed by police, clearly showing Gilbert opening the package, concealing the merchandise, and leaving the store.

Officer Weikel filed a summary retail theft charge on Gilbert through Magisterial District Judge Christina Hale's office.

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Schuylkill County Obituaries for 07/15/18

July 16, 2018, 1:52 am
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Schuylkill County Obituaries for 07/15/18

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Rebecca E. Bierman, 22, of Blossberg, formerly of Branch Township, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday.

Born in Hershey, she was the daughter of Jeffrey and Patrice Holley Bierman. She attended Minersville schools. She was employed at the Wellsboro House & Brewery, and formerly worked at the Lancaster Marriott before moving to Blossberg.

In addition to her parents, Becky is survived by her brother, Blair Bierman, Branch Township; her half-brother, Anthony Bierman, Reading; her maternal grandmother, Helen Holley, Branch Township; aunts, uncles and numerous cousins.

Arrangements are incomplete.
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Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 07/16/18

July 16, 2018, 4:57 am
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Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 07/16/18



Monday - Sunny, Storms Later in the Day - High near 90
Monday Night - Showers and Storms Overnight - Low near 70

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Tuesday - Scattered Storms, Some Severe; Sunny  - High in the Lower 80's
Wednesday - Sunny - High in the Lower 80's
Thursday - Sunny - High in the Lower 80's
Friday - Sunny - High in the Mid 80's
Saturday - Cloudy - High near 80
Sunday - Sun, Clouds, Showers and Storms - High near 80

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Schuylkill County Fair In Need of Volunteers

July 16, 2018, 5:15 am
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Help is always needed to operate the largest weeklong event here in Schuylkill County.


This year’s Fair will run July 30 through August 4, 2018.

This is their 35 year in existence and as a grass roots organization comprised of all volunteers they need your help. 

They are celebrating this year with a theme of “Cheers to 35 years of Farms, Family, Fair, Fun.” 

Volunteer help to put on this event is always need and greatly appreciated.   Help is needed prior to, during, and after the Fair.  Fair volunteers meet on Wednesday evenings during the month of July to prepare the grounds for the Fair.  Help is needed at various venues during the operation of the Fair.   

Although Fair closes at midnight on August 4 there is always help needed to clean up the facility in the day’s following the Fair.  

The Fair is an all-volunteer organization and it is the volunteers that make this event possible.   Our volunteer numbers are dwindling. 

The Fair as an association meets monthly on the third Thursday of the month at 7PM in the Friedensburg Fire Hall October through April. Summer months meetings are held on the fairgrounds and always the third Thursday of the month at 7PM.  These meetings are open to the public and all are welcome. 

If you are interested in helping with this year’s Fair which runs July 30 through August 4, please contact Kim Morgan at 570.739.2627 or kamorgan11@gmail.com.

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Friday Night Results from Big Diamond Speedway

July 16, 2018, 5:47 am
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Von Dohren comes out victorious in classic duel with Howard at Big Diamond. Doug Hendricks tops Sportsman field.


After taking the lead on lap 13 of the 25-lap main event, Craig Von Dohren looked to have things well in-hand for the remaining half of the race but a series of late cautions and a very racy Duane Howard made the Oley, PA earn his money Friday night at the Schuylkill County dirt oval.

It was a Friday the 13th kind of night with the multitude of cautions that seemed to permeate each feature event on the night.

In the 25-lap main event for the Mattera’s General and Electrical Contracting 358 Modifieds, Scott Albert shot to the lead from his front row starting spot and started to put a little distance between himself and the field in the early stages of the race. Albert was able to hold the lead through a pair of restarts early on with Jeff Strunk breathing down his neck.

While those two drivers raced out front, it was the race within the race behind the leaders that most people had their eyes on as Von Dohren, Howard and Ryan Godown all were charging to the front to see who could get to the front first. Von Dohren made the first key move when he was able to get a good run off turn two to get by both Frank Yankowski and Howard to move into the third spot.

It took only two more laps for Von Dohren to take second away from Strunk and set his sights on the leader Albert. Albert who was having his best run of the season so far held strong but was no match for the low riding Von Dohren who made his way past Albert and into the lead on lap 13. The yellow came back out on lap 17 for Steve Young and during this caution points leader Ryan Godown stopped in turn four and had to be pushed to the pits ending his night.

On the restart, Howard was able to get by Albert for second and start his pursuit of the leader Von Dohren. CVD looked to have everything in hand as he was able to maintain a safe distance between himself and Howard. Another caution flew on lap 22 setting up a classis restart between the track’s two all-time winners and longtime rivals.

On the restart the two drivers raced side by side for the win with Von Dohren able to wrangle the lead coming off of turn two with the advantage. Again, it seemed like CVD had the race in hand until the yellow once again was displayed on lap 24 giving the Howard another shot for the win. During this caution the third-place car of Albert coasted to stop out of fuel ending his great run.

The cat and mouse games were in play as the two drivers were each trying to out trick each other to see who could get the advantage and the win. Howard seemed to have the advantage when we back to

green, but the start was called back when it was determined Howard might’ve jumped just a little too soon. The field was re-racked for another restart and this time Howard was ready and timed it perfectly as Von Dohren mashed the throttle. Howard grabbed the advantage down the front and into the turn one on the outside but Von Dohren who was getting great forward bite coming out of turn two all night was able to fight off Howard to regain the top spot. Going into turn three Howard dive bombed the corner and did a slide job on Von Dohren to take the lead. Von Dohren crossed back over to the bottom coming out of turn four to try and regain the lead and the finish had all the makings of a classic on but wait, the yellow was out once again depriving the fans of a drag race to the line for the win.

The next restart proved to be the final one and this time Von Dohren was ready for anything Howard had to throw at him and was able to hold him off for the win. After Von Dohren and Howard it was Jeff Strunk, Frank Yankowski and Ryan Krachun rounding out the top five.

It was a caution filled event for the USS Achey Sportsman with veteran Doug Hendricks holding off the points leader Alex Yankowski for the win in a race that ended after 14 laps due to the numerous caution flags that put the event over their allotted time limit.

Matt Clay was the early leader, but Hendricks was on a mission early on taking over the lead on lap four from his seventh place starting spot. The pace was slow early on with multiple caution flags being displayed as the field tried to sort itself out. Yankowski was also on the move and had worked his way up to fourth when the yellow was displayed once again on lap eight.

Hendricks was able to remain out front on the restart with Yankowski moving up the runner-up spot on lap nine. Hendricks was up the task this night as he was able to keep a safe distance between himself and Yankowski. Yet another caution flag displayed on lap 14 and at this time the drivers were informed that the next flag they will see will be the checkered flag as the race was exceeding the time limit.

It didn’t take long as Dave Dissinger spun in turn two and with that the race was over with Hendricks taking the win over Yankowski. Wayne Witmer

The No Sweat Service Group Street Stocks were back in action this Friday night with Chris Heller holding a late race charge from Mike Radocha to take the win. Joey Brennan was the early leader setting a fast pace until a lap five caution slowed the pace as the leader Brennan coasted to a stop. Brennan’s misfortune handed the lead to Heller who once in front never looked back as he sped off to the win as the field raced hard behind him. It was Heller for the won over Radocha, Elvin Brennan III, Jeremy Becker and Dean Hine.

Chris Holland was the winner of the Savage 61 Road Runner 20-lap feature event after surviving an almost near spin in turn four to take the win. Matt Ney was the early leader with multi-time winner Mike Reichert on the move. A terrific four car battle would ensue for the next set of green flag laps between Ney, Reichert, Holland and Jim Kost. The four cars would swap spot each and every lap with Holland coming out on top when it was all said and done. Holland would take the win surviving some late race restarts over last week’s winner Shon Elk.

Short Results 7/13/18

The Mattera’s Modified division was won by Craig VonDohren followed by Duane Howard, Jeff Strunk, Frank Yankowski, Ryan Krachun, Mike Lisowski, Jimmy Reppert, Heath Metzger, Steve Young, Kris Graver, Dan Hineline, and Shawn Fitzpatrick. Did not finish were Scott Albert, Jim Bobbitt, Ryan Godown, Bobby Gunther Walsh, Billy Lasko, George Hildebrandt and Cliff Quinn.

The modified heat races were won by Duane Howard and Jeff Strunk.

The U.S.S. Achey Sportsman division was won by Doug Hendricks followed by Alex Yankowski, Wayne Witmer, Shawn Light, Daryl Dissinger, Matt Clay, Michael Burrows, Ed Mrochko, Rich Emel and Dave Dissinger. Did not finish were Dean Bachman, Nate Klinger, Kyle Reber, Glenn Rowan, Christopher Hertzog, Josh Hertzog, Dakota Kohler, TJ Fitzpatrick, Craig Whitmoyer, Mike Schneck, Ray Woodall, Ken Eckert Jr. and Chris Brennan. Did not start were Brandon Auman and Dylan Smith.

The sportsman heats were won by Matt Clay, Doug Hendricks and Craig Whitmoyer.

The Savage 61 Road Runner division was won by Chris Holland followed by Matt Ney, Kerry Fritz, Shon Elk, Shawn Mulhall and Jim Kost. Did not finish were Mike Reichert, Ray Gara, Cory Lindenmuth, Kris Ney and Fred Everly.

The road runner heats were won by Jim Kost and Matt Ney.

The No Sweat Service Group Street Stock division was won by Chris Heller followed by Mike Radocha Jr., Elvin Brennan III, Jeremy Becker, Dean Hine and Mike Radocha. Did not finish were Robin Wagner, Joey Brennan, Kyle Saylor and Jesse Krasnitsky. Did not start was Kody Sites.

The street stock heats were won by Joey Brennan and Jesse Krasnitsky.

The 50 lap enduro was won by Scott Riggleman followed by Kris Graver, Josh Ferraiolo, Seth Reichert, Eric Gavalis, John Bronne, Tonya Getz and Dylan Dougherty. Did not finish were Vinnie Wenrich, Chuck Detweiler, Randy Getz, Lee Allen, Scott Purcell and Jacob Baver.

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Identifying Heat Related Illnesses

July 16, 2018, 7:29 am
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What’s your secret to staying cool in the summer? 
BY: Carol Obando-Derstine, regional affairs director for PPL Electric Utilities

It might be a cold washcloth, or an ice cube against the wrist, or a tall glass of iced tea to drink in front of a floor fan.

Whatever it is, I hope you’re putting it to good use. Another hot summer is here, and it’s important for everyone to take care of themselves to avoid heat-related illness.

At PPL, we take heat-related illness very seriously. Our linemen and other employees work in the heat every day to keep your service strong. We share safety tips with them, tell them to look out for each other, and urge them to be careful.

We care about you, our customers, too. And we hope you’ll be safe and know the risks, just like our linemen do.

According to the Centers for Disease Control, people at greatest risk for heat-related illness include:

* Those who are 65 years or older
* Infants and children up to 4 years old
* Those who are overweight or have certain medical conditions, like diabetes and heart disease
* People who are socially isolated

But even the young and healthy can be hit by heat illness if they work or play too hard in hot weather. Drinking alcohol and taking certain types of medication can increase the risk, too, according to the CDC.

Here are some basic tips to help you avoid heatstroke, heat exhaustion and other seasonal illnesses:

* Drink water frequently. Don’t wait until you’re thirsty to drink.
* Avoid alcohol and caffeinated drinks.
* Take frequent breaks of several minutes each during physical activity. Don’t wait until you feel ill or out-of-sorts to take a break.
* Get help with physical tasks. Watch your partner or co-worker for signs of heat illness.

How can you identify and respond to heat-related illnesses?

* Heat cramps: Painful muscle spasms should be treated with rest in a cool place and with cool water, stretching and massaging.
* Heat exhaustion: Symptoms that include cool, moist and pale skin, headache, dizziness, and nausea should be treated by moving to a cooler location, drinking cool fluids, loosening clothing and applying wet towels.
* Heat stroke: Serious medical emergency involving sweating, mental confusion, delirium and possibly loss of consciousness. Seek medical attention immediately by calling 911. Until help arrives, apply cold towels to the body and expose the victim to a fan or air conditioning.

So, work safely. Take breaks. Know your limits. And we’ll make this summer a cool one in all senses of the word.

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McAdoo Man Indicted for Online Posts Threatening President Trump

July 16, 2018, 9:28 am
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A McAdoo man was indicted on Monday for online threats toward President Trump.


The United States Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of Pennsylvania announced Monday that Shawn Christy, age 27, of McAdoo, Pennsylvania, was indicted by a federal grand jury on July 10, 2018, for threatening to harm President Donald J. Trump, and law enforcement officers.

According to United States Attorney David J. Freed, the indictment alleges that Christy posted the threats on Facebook between June 3 and 12, 2018. It is alleged that Christy posted that he was going to shoot President Trump in the head, and that he was going to use “lethal force” on any law enforcement officer that attempts to detain him as a result of a bench warrant that was issued for him. The indictment alleges that Christy also threatened to injure another person by posting “Your a dead man….Lets play.”

The threat to President Trump is being investigated by the United States Secret Service, and the other threats are being investigated by the Federal Bureau of Investigation. Assistant U.S. Attorney Francis P. Sempa is prosecuting the case.

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Indictments and Criminal Informations are only allegations. All persons charged are presumed to be innocent unless and until found guilty in court.

A sentence following a finding of guilt is imposed by the Judge after consideration of the applicable federal sentencing statutes and the Federal Sentencing Guidelines.

The maximum penalty under federal law for each offense is five years’ imprisonment, a term of supervised release following imprisonment, and a fine. Under the Federal Sentencing Guidelines, the Judge is also required to consider and weigh a number of factors, including the nature, circumstances and seriousness of the offense; the history and characteristics of the defendant; and the need to punish the defendant, protect the public and provide for the defendant's educational, vocational and medical needs. For these reasons, the statutory maximum penalty for the offense is not an accurate indicator of the potential sentence for a specific defendant.
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Strong Storms Possible Tuesday

July 16, 2018, 11:15 am
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According to a Hazardous Weather Outlook from the National Weather Service, Strong Storms are possible Tuesday.


Issued for Monday

Maximum heat index values could approach 100 degrees during the afternoon and early evening hours.

Tuesday through Sunday

Strong to possibly severe thunderstorms with gusty winds are possible Tuesday afternoon along a cold front. Heavy rain with these thunderstorms may be enough to cause localized flooding issues.
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Lost Dog Found in Rush Township

July 16, 2018, 11:29 am
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The Rush Township Police are looking for the owners of a dog found on Monday.


On Monday, July 16, 2018 around 1:50pm a person found a stray dog on Mahanoy Avenue/ State Route 54 in Rush Township.

The dog appears to be a female pug. The dog does not have any identification tags on its camouflage collar. The owner is asked to contact the Rush Township Police Department at (570) 668-4242 to reunite with their lost dog.
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More Mosquitos Test Postive for West Nile Virus in Schuylkill County

July 16, 2018, 12:05 pm
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On Monday, the Pennsylvania's West Nile Control Program and Department of Health announced that more mosquitoes tested positive for the West Nile Virus in Schuylkill County.

Last week, it was announced that mosquitos had test positive for the West Nile Virus in the city of Pottsville.

On Monday, July 16, 2018 it was announced that mosquitos have now test positive in Ringtown, Mahanoy Township, West Mahanoy Township, and Schuylkill Haven.

No humans, birds, or animals have tested positive for the virus.

Ways to Prevent the West Nile Virus

The most effective way to avoid West Nile virus disease is to prevent mosquito bites. Be aware of the West Nile virus activity in your area and take action to protect yourself and your family.

Avoid Mosquito Bites

Use insect repellents when you go outdoors. Repellents containing DEET, picaridin, IR3535, and some oil of lemon eucalyptus and para-menthane-diol products provide longer-lasting protection. To optimize safety and effectiveness, repellents should be used according to the label instructions.

When weather permits, wear long sleeves, long pants, and socks when outdoors. Mosquitoes may bite through thin clothing, so spraying clothes with repellent containing permethrin or another EPA-registered repellent will give extra protection. Don't apply repellents containing permethrin directly to skin. Do not spray repellent on the skin under your clothing.

Take extra care during peak mosquito biting hours. Take extra care to use repellent and protective clothing from dusk to dawn or consider avoiding outdoor activities during these times.

Mosquito-Proof Your Home - Install or repair screens on windows and doors to keep mosquitoes outside. Use your air conditioning, if you have it.

Help reduce the number of mosquitoes around your home by emptying standing water from flowerpots, gutters, buckets, pool covers, pet water dishes, discarded tires, and birdbaths on a regular basis.

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State Inspector General Files Felony Charges Against Police Officer for Welfare Fraud

July 16, 2018, 12:35 pm
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The Pennsylvania Office of State Inspector General Filed Felony Charges against a Minersville Borough Police Officer for fraudulently obtaining thousands of dollars in SNAP and Medical Assistance benefits.


According to a press release, the officer was identified as Ashley L. Michel of Pottsville and it is reported that she fraudulently received $7, 254.34 in benefits.

"Our office will maintain the integrity of our public benefits programs with professionalism and impartiality," said State Inspector General Bruce R. Beemer.  "we will act whenever someone who is sworn to uphold the law breaks it".

According to the Criminal Complaint filed by OSIG agents, the Defendant applied for SNAP and MA benefits on July 3, 2017.  In her application, she reported no income.  She repeated that she had no income in a phone interview with a caseworker.  During the interview, Ms. Michel was advised it was her responsibility to report any change in income and to provide updated and accurate income information.  Based on the information she provided. Ms. Michel was approved for SNAP and MA benefits.

Investigators learn that, in August 2017, Ms. Michel was employed by the Minersville Police Department as a part time patrol officer.  Ms. Michel did not report that employment or income and accepted $4,303.00 in SNAP benefits and $2,951. 34 in MA benefits for the period August 1, 2017 through May 31, 2018.  Her failure to disclose that income is a violation of 62 P.S. 481(a) and that offense is graded as a felony of the third degree.

The maximum penalty is seven years in prison and a fine of $15,000, plus a mandatory disqualification period from the SNAP program.

The defendant was arraigned on July 12, 2018 and a preliminary hearing is set for July 25, 2018.  The case will be prosecuted by the Schuylkill County District Attorney's Office.

To report suspect fraud, please call the Welfare Fraud Tipline at 1-800-932-0582 or visit the OSIG website at www.oig.pa.gov.  Tipsters may remain anonymous.
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Schuylkill County Fair Announces Annual Boilo Contest

July 16, 2018, 7:22 pm
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The Schuylkill County Fair will hold its fifth annual Boilo Contest (Champaign of the Coal Crackers) on Wednesday, August 1 at 7:30PM in the PA Preferred Culinary Area of the fairgrounds. 

This contest, always a favorite, is back by popular demand. It is the hope of not only the judges who had a good time judging the Boilo in the past, but also the fairs hope that more Coal Crackers will participate in this year’s competition. There are two categories for the boilo. There is regular boilo and the Apple-pie Boilo class. The competition is open to all adults age 21 and over from the coal region of PA. Contestants may bring their sealed bottles to be judged to as early at 6:30 to reserve an area to display their product.

Schuylkill County Fair is where we can say cheers to 35 Years of Farms, Families, Fairs and Fun. A major component of boilo is apple cider. Where else can those apples come from, but Schuylkill County Farms? The Fun comes after the cider is made into boilo using Family recipes and celebrated at the Schuylkill County Fair.

Boilo is the Champaign of the coal region. This contest is held on Schuylkill County Day at the fair. The fair appreciates the support of our county commissioners. Everyone loves a good, old-fashion contest especially here in Schuylkill County. Food contest mean different things to different people. In Texas it is all about chili, but in the mountains of PA, Boilo reigns supreme. Boilo in the

anthracite coal regions Boilo isn’t merely a drink, but a legendary health tonic. Boilo is a time-honored tradition. Many people claim the drink to have healthful benefits, a holistic elixir, which account for its popularity during the deep freeze of winter. It is said that the aromatic nectar warms the innards on a bitter cold night and hastens the exit of colds and flu. This winter we had some bitter cold nights. So what is Boilo you ask? Boilo is a homemade concoction handed down from grandpa. Everyone has a different recipe as much as everybody has a different grandpa. Characteristically boil is a beverage that has a standard recipe that includes citrus fruits, herbs and spices and other ingredients such as honey and ginger ale. The traditional base ingredient in Boilo is moonshine. Many modern recipes have replaced home-brew moonshine with blended whiskey, rye or grain alcohol and are made on a stove top or in a slow cooker.

Interested Yet? Contestants must bring the beverage in a plain sealed jar or bottle. An entry form must accompany the Boilo along with an entry fee of $2.00 per jar. Entry forms may be obtained on the Fair website at www.schuylkillfair.com/ exhibits/. The Boilo will be judged according to its relative merits within the categories. The categories are Boilo, and Apple-Pie Boilo. Prizes will be awarded for first, second and third accordingly. The fair reserves the right to remove an exhibit/exhibitor from the competition and are not responsible for the beverage. So look up the family Boilo recipe and make the Champaign of the Coal Region for the Schuylkill County Fair Boilo Contest.
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Schuylkill County Obituaries for 07/16/18

July 16, 2018, 10:26 pm
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Schuylkill County Obituaries for 07/16/18

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Theresa M. Fernandez, 80 of Coaldale, Pennsylvania passed away peacefully on Friday, July 13, 2018, at home while in the care of her family.　

Surviving are sons, Gino Fernandez of Coaldale, Michael Fernandez of Coaldale; daughter, Ritajean Montalvo wife of Anthony of Cherrry Valley , IL; 8 grand children; 9 great grand children.　

Theresa enjoyed crocheting and doing crafts. She had worked in the textile Industry.

Born Thursday, January 20, 1938 in Coaldale, Pennsylvania daughter of the late Joseph, and Bernadette (Digilio) Perricone. She was also predeceased by a son Joseph J. Pericone on April 29, 2014; brothers, Joseph and John Perricone.　

Private 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　

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

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Rebecca E. Bierman, 22, of Blossburg, formerly of Branch Township, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday.

Born in Hershey, she was the daughter of Jeffrey and Patrice Holley Bierman. She attended Minersville schools. She was employed at the Wellsboro House & Brewery, and formerly worked at the Lancaster Marriott before moving to Blossburg.

Sweet Becky will always be remembered for her love of life and especially for her animals. She leaves behind her precious Gemini.

Becky’s magnetic personality touched more people than we might ever know. If you met Becky even once, she had the ability to embody a best friend.

We believe our amazing Becky is at peace. But the void left by her incredible presence will never diminish.

Rebecca was preceded in death by her maternal grandfather, James W. Holley and her paternal grandparents, Ronald and Marian Bierman.

In addition to her parents, she is survived by her brother, Blair Bierman, Branch Township; her half-brother, Anthony Bierman, Reading; her maternal grandmother, Helen Holley, Branch Township; aunts, uncles and numerous cousins.

Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday at 11:00 A.M. in St. Michael the Archangel Church, 539 Sunbury Street, Minersville. Friends may call at the church from 9:00 A.M. until the time of Mass. Interment will be in St. Kieran #2 Cemetery, Branch Township.

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Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 07/17/18

July 17, 2018, 4:40 am
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Tuesday - Cloudy with Scattered Storms, Some Severe - High in the Upper 70's
Tuesday Night - Cloudy - Low in the Mid 50's

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Wednesday - Sunny - High in the Upper 70's
Thursday - Sunny - High in the Upper 70's
Friday - Sunny - High in the Mid 80's
Saturday - Clouds and Sun - High near 80
Sunday - Showers and Storms - High in the Upper 70's
Monday - Sun, Clouds, Showers and Storms - High in the Upper 70's

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Police Investigating Tuesday Morning Armed Robbery

July 17, 2018, 4:54 am
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The Pilot Travel Center near Pine Grove was robbed early Tuesday morning.


According to the Pennsylvania State Police at Schuylkill Haven, police were notified around 2:15am Tuesday, that an armed robbed had just occurred at the Pilot Truck Stop, located at 482 Suedberg Road, Pine Grove Township.

Police say an unidentified male suspect with facial hair, wearing a black and yellow hat, a black hooded sweatshirt, gray pants, and black and white shoes entered the store, walked up to the cashier at the counter.  The suspect spoke with the cashier and demanded money from the register.   The suspect then lifted up his hooded sweatshirt to reveal a firearm in his waistband and stated he would use it if she didn't do what he said.

The cashier handed over the money from the register.

The suspect pocked the money, left the store, and left the scene in a black 4 door sedan, unknown make or model, and fled the truck stop traveling east on Route 443.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Pennsylvania State Police at Schuylkill Haven at (570) 754-4600 and reference incident number PA2018-807997.
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Saint Clair Police Investigating Burglary at Mobil Gas Station

July 17, 2018, 12:19 pm
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Saint Clair Police are investigating an early morning burglary at a gas station.


According to Police Chief William Dempsey,  the Saint Clair Police are investigating an attempted burglary at the Mobil Gas Station on Rt. 61 and Ann Street, located in East Norwegian Township at 03:20 AM, Tuesday, July 17, 2018.

Video footage showed what appeared to be a tall male, wearing blue/grey baggy jogging pants and a hooded matching sweatshirt. Video also shows suspect covered his face with bandana attempting to break glass with a large rock. The attempt resulted in a hole in the glass approximately 24'' in diameter.

It appears the suspect parked his vehicle south of the business in the lot of Fat Guys garage, just south of the Mobil Station.

Anyone with information, please contact Saint Clair Police at 570-429-220. All information may remain anonymous. 



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State Police Investigating Damage to Parked Vehicles in Blythe Township

July 17, 2018, 4:42 pm
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Police are investigating an incident that left several vehicles damaged.


According to the Pennsylvania State Police at Frackville, some time between 7:00pm Friday, July 13, 2018 and  3:00pm Tuesday, July 17, 2018, damage was done to two parked vehicles parked at 240 Market Street, Blythe Township.

Because of the secluded area where the damage occurred, the owner believes the damage was deliberate and not caused by a hit & run.

Police said it appeared that the unknown suspect drove back to the rear lot area of the property, squeezing between several parked vehicle, then used their vehicle to push a silver Volvo sedan backwards, damaging its front left corner.  The suspect then scraped the side of a green Chevrolet pickup, possibly while trying to back out.

Damage to both vehicles is estimated around $1,000.00.

Anyone with information on the incident should contact the Pennsylvania State Police at Frackvile at (570) 874-5300.
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Ashland to Hold Second Annual Night Out

July 17, 2018, 6:25 pm
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The Ashland Community Watch will hold their Second Annual Night Out.
The Night Out will take place on August 10, 2018, at 5th and Centre Streets next to the American Legion.

Borough residents can come out and familiarize themselves with local organizations including the Police and Fire Department.

Other local organizations will also be in attendance. 

The event will also include prizes and entertainment.
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Schuylkill County Obituaries for 07/17/18

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Helen E. Krupa, 97, of Pottsville, passed away Sunday evening at her residence, surrounded with love from her daughter and son.

Helen was born in Pottsville, Jan. 22, 1921, to the late Mary and Michael Kosick of Pottsville.

She was the widow of Edward J. Krupa, who died in 2005. In addition, she was preceded in death by her brothers, John, Michael and Frank Kosick.

She was the oldest living member of St. John the Baptist Church, Pottsville.

Helen served as staff sergeant in the Army Air Corps/Air Force during World War II. She worked as a photographer and photo lab specialist. She made maps from aerial photographs to train Air Force pilots. A CD and photo exhibit of her military career has been included in the Library of Congress, Washington, D.C.

After her military service, she worked in the garment industry. Helen was a licensed beautician who owned and operated her own beauty salon.

Helen is survived by her children, Barbara Jean Krupa and Edward Bruce Krupa, both of Pottsville.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Thursday at St. John the Baptist Church, Pottsville, with the Rev. Dave Loeper officiating. A viewing for family and friends will be held from 10 a.m. until the time of Mass at the church. The family requests donations to Hospice of Central PA, 1320 Linglestown Road, Harrisburg, PA 17110, or Alzheimer's Association , South Central PA Chapter, 3544 N. Progress Ave., Suite 205, Harrisburg, PA 17110. Interment will be in St. John the Baptist Cemetery, Pottsville.

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Girda M. “Gilda” Matz, 96, Pottsville, passed away Monday at Penn State Hershey Medical Center.

Born in Pottsville, June 10, 1922, she was the daughter of the late Giuseppe and Julia (Piccioni) Monti.

She was a graduate of Pottsville High School and a member of St. Patrick Roman Catholic Church, Pottsville, and a member of the former St. Joseph Roman Catholic Church. She worked as a seamstress at the former Colonial Blouse Factory.

In addition to her parents, Girda was preceded in death by her husband in 1980, the late Michael Matz. She was also preceded in death by a daughter Elizabeth Kemmerling, and sisters Rita Chillemi and Julia Smith.

Girda is survived by four sons, John husband of Marybeth; Richard husband of Debra; Michael husband of Noralea; and Steven and his companion Helen; five daughters, Mary Louise “Cookie” Steiner; Nancy Potts wife of Salem; Patricia Pugh wife of William; Michaeleen “Micky” Murray wife of Alan; and Judith Doyle wife of Fran. She is also survived by a brother, Faust Joseph Monti; two sisters, Vera Miller and Mary Kunisky. She was blessed with 19 grandchildren, Dennis Steiner; Brian Potts; Kurt and Christopher Kemmerling; Sandra, William, Robert and Jamie Pugh; Jacqueline Gordon; Alan Murray; Christy Curtis; Fran Doyle; Megan Czerniak; Kevin, Connor, Zachary, Justin, Shawn and Jill Matz; and gifted with 17 great grandchildren, Eric Steiner; Jared, Alexander, Tyler and Adam Kemmerling; Jordan Mohl; Madelyn and Thomas Gordon; William and Matthew Pugh; Cameron, Abigail, Aaron and Wyatt Curtis; Luke and Emma Matz; Nicolas Buchanan; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 12 PM on Saturday at St. Patrick’s Roman Catholic Church, 319 Mahantongo Street, Pottsville. Monsignor William F. Glosser will be officiating. Family and friends may call Saturday morning from 10 AM until the time of mass at the church. Interment will be at St. Joseph Cemetery, Hillside.

Schlitzer Allen Pugh Funeral Home has been entrusted with the arrangements. Please visit SchlitzerAllenPugh.com to send a condolence to the Matz family.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made in Girda’s name to the St. Patrick’s Memorial Fund, 319 Mahantongo Street, Pottsville, PA 17901.

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Martha E. Zimmerman, 95, of Pine Grove, passed away on Tuesday, July 17, 2018 in the Tremont Health & Rehab Center.
Born on October 26, 1922 in Pine Grove Twp., she was a daughter of the late Raymond and Maggie Lengel Schnoke.
She was a member of St. John's Lutheran Church, Pine Grove.
Martha worked as a presser for 29 yrs at Summit Station Mfg., Pine Grove.
Preceding her in death were her husband, Charles R. Zimmerman; four brothers, Robert Roeder, Carl Schnoke, Samuel Schnoke and Alfred Schnoke; three sisters, Mary Lutz, Hilda Warner, and Edna Miller.
Surviving are her son Charles and wife Judy Zimmerman; three grandchildren, Michele Hernley, Wendy Wolfe and Steven Zimmerman; 8 great grandchildren; 1 great great grandchild; nieces and nephews.
Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, July 21, 2018 at 11:00 A.M. from St. John's Lutheran Church, 222 S. Tulpehocken St., Pine Grove with SALM John Ziegler officiating. There will be a viewing on Saturday, July 21, 2018 from 9:30 A.M. -11:00 A.M. at the Church. Interment will follow in the Hetzel's Cemetery, Pine Grove.
In lieu of flowers, the family would prefer contributions be made to St. John's Lutheran Church, 222 S. Tulpehocken St., Pine Grove, Pa. 17963 or Pine Grove Childrens Aid 11 Sparrow Lane, Pine Grove, Pa. 17963 in her memory.
The H. L. Snyder Funeral Home, Inc., Pine Grove is in charge of arrangements and you may send condolences to the family online at our website www.hlsnyderfuneralhome.com

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Virginia M. “Virg” Wood, 89, passed away in her home Sunday morning surrounded by her family.

Virg was born in Lost Creek, on June 19, 1929, the first of eight children, to Patrick J. Coyle and Eleanor L. Shearn.

She was a 1946 graduate of the former West Mahanoy Township High School where she was a cheerleader and formed lifelong friendships.

Prior to her marriage to Charles J. “Herbie” Wood, she worked as a secretary for the PP&L and a legal firm. She married Herbie on July 31, 1954, in St. Mary Magdalen’s Church, Lost Creek.

Throughout her life she used her gifts and passions to drive her work, the celebration of holidays and family. Her prowess in the kitchen gathered many to the table and led to the reveal of secret recipes that included ingredients such as “a saucer full of flour.” She enjoyed making things from sewing children’s clothing to creating elaborate Halloween costumes, some so unconventional that final assembly was onsite. Children, grandchildren and anyone who graced her doors were indoctrinated into the world of casual gambling and fierce, yet friendly, competition though Michigan Rummy and various other dice and card games. Prizes ranged from cold hard cash to bragging rights. Frosty Parades, holidays with “food for an army” and family egg hunts (turned community events) will be at the top of the list of fond memories. We will all recall that Maggie (#13 and “the favorite”) ends up with the best gift in the annual Pollyanna as our gambling Grammy knew just how to “fix it” so “her house” would win. Grammy traveled far and wide to be in the stands cheering for her athletes through college in baseball, basketball, cheerleading, football, field and ice hockey, golf, lacrosse, softball, track and field and volleyball. Her biggest loyalty was to the Fighting Irish of Notre Dame. She looked forward to weekly poker games with her lifelong friends, serving with them to prepare spaghetti dinners for the annual parish block party, and traveling with these same women to ports of call around the globe. Of course, most trip itineraries included “the casinos.” She also helped to organize the Coyle Family Reunions complete with sack races and beer chugging contests. Her planning of parties continued at the head of the table with Irish eyes smiling at the thought of bringing her people together through even her last week of life. When NOT planning the next event, she served as Postmaster of the Lavelle and Lost Creek Post Offices for over 25 years.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 63 years, Charles J “Herbie” Wood; her sister, Bobbie Dooling; and her brother, Frankie Coyle.

She is survived by her five children, Tim Wood, Deer Lake, Jacki and Butch Keithan, Katy, Texas, Joe and Terri Wood, Ringtown, Betsy and Chris Quinn, Roxborough, and Jim Wood, Wilkes-Barre; her 13 grandchildren, Colby Keithan, Chas Keithan, Alli Keithan, Megan Wood, Christopher Quinn, Lauren Wood, Michael Quinn, Tim Wood, Caitlin Wood, Ryan Wood, Brigid Wood, Connor Wood and Maggie Quinn; one great-grandson, Charles R. Keithan; her sisters, Ele McGarvey, Hatboro, Kiki Goodman, Pottsville, Jackie Isherwood, Grand Rapids, Michigan, and Janet McDonald, Girardville; her brother, Pat Coyle, North Wales; and many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

She was proud of her Irish heritage, we will never look at a shamrock without seeing her face or watch a game involving the Fighting Irish without hearing her voice shouting, “Go Irish!”

Funeral services will be held at 9:30 a.m. Friday from Walukiewicz-Oravitz Fell Funeral Home, 132 S. Jardin St., Shenandoah. A Mass of Christian Burial will then be celebrated at 10 a.m. in Divine Mercy Church, 232 W. Cherry St., Shenandoah. Monsignor Edward Coyle will be the principal celebrant and homilist and Monsignor Ronald C. Bocian, pastor, as concelebrant. Interment will follow in Annunciation BVM Cemetery, Shenandoah Heights. A viewing will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday and from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. Friday at the funeral home.

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

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Blake Broadhurst, 21, Orwigsburg, PA, entered the gates of eternity to his Heavenly Father after a very short but valiant bout with Burkitt’s Lymphoma on Monday, July 16, 2018 at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia.

Blake will be remembered for his love for Jesus and care for others, his kindness and generous heart, his bigger than life antics, his comical facial expressions, his bravery and courage during life’s adversities, his laughter and corky jokes, his love of family and friends, his one liners and movie quotes, his love of Taco Bell and anything spicy, his tall tales through exaggerations, his nicknames he gave to others, and so much more. Blake was well loved by all who knew him and he will be remembered.

In addition to his parents, Preston and Karen Broadhurst, Blake is survived by his older brother Cameron Broadhurst and his wife Natalie of New Ringgold, PA, younger siblings Allison, Raya, Myles, Talia Broadhurst and a foster sister, all at home. Also survived by his grandparents Wayne and Dianne Broadhurst of Detour, MD, Ronald and Meredith Hill of Pine Grove, PA, his birth parents Travis and Tracey of Fleetwood, PA and several aunts, uncles, cousins, and a great-grandmother, all whom loved him dearly. He was preceded in death by his Aunt Leah Hill of Pine Grove, PA and infant cousin Graydon Broadhurst of Woodsboro, Maryland.

He was an employee at the Turkey Hill in Blandon, PA. He loved his job, his co-workers and was looking forward to continuing with the business.

Celebration of Blake’s life will take place on Saturday, July 21 at 11:00 a.m. at Kimmels Church, 179 Pine Creek Dr., Orwigsburg, PA with Jonathan Hikes officiating. The celebration will be followed by a potluck picnic. Please join us in remembering Blake by making donations, in lieu of flowers, to Kimmels Church earmarked Operation Christmas Child. In the months to come we’ll be doing a packing party in Blake’s honor as this organization was very near and dear to him.

Hamilton-Breiner Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc., Orwigsburg is honored to be serving the family.

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