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"Wingless" East Coast Spring to Make Second Appearance at Big Diamond This Weekend

July 18, 2018, 6:04 am
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The USAC “Wingless” East Coast Sprints make their return to Big Diamond Speedway this Friday July 20th on Slifko Service Center Night along with Midgets, Central PA Legends and Road Runners.

The United States Auto Club “Wingless” East Coast Sprints make the second and final appearance for 2018 this Friday at the Big Diamond Speedway on Slifko Service Center night. In their only other visit this season, it was Modified points leader Ryan Godown pulling off the thrilling victory over a strong field of drivers. Godown will once again be in action this Friday trying to sweep the season’s events. Godown will have stiff competition from club stalwarts Steven Drevicki who is the current points leader in the series along with Eddie Strada, Joey Biasi Jr and Chandler Leiby.

The USAC Eastern Midgets will also be making their final appearance of the season at the speedway on Friday night. Alex Bright won the time the midgets were at the speedway and Bright who currently leads the series with three wins will be looking to add to that total.

Also, on the card for Friday night will be the return of the Central PA Legend cars. The last time this group was in town they put a terrific show for the fans and I am sure this Friday will be no different.

Rounding out the night will be the Savage 61 Road Runners. The Road Runners led by points leader Mike Reichert always put on a crowd pleasing main event for the fans and with the season winding down and the points race tightening up this Friday night’s race should be no exception.

Gates open at 5:30pm with warm-ups getting underway at 7:30pm.

General admission for this Friday is $15, Seniors are $13. Kids 10 & under are admitted free. Active military with valid ID are free.
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Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 07/18/18

July 18, 2018, 6:16 am
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Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 07/18/18


Wednesday - Sunny - High near 80
Wednesday Night - Clear - Low near 50

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

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Track Events Scheduled for the Schuylkill County Fair

July 18, 2018, 9:58 am
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Track events scheduled for the Schuylkill County Fair.

For the eighth time at the Schuylkill County Fair they will have truck pulls.

Local pullers will get their chance on Monday, July 30th. Monday night local diesel and gas truck pullers may compete for the bragging rights of being Schuylkill County Fair truck puller for 2018. This night is for both diesel and gas powered trucks which is different from the past events on the track. In addition to local Diesel/Gas Trucks Pulling, Street Semi’s will take the track as well. This event is sponsored by J. C. Hill Tree Farm.

Tuesday, track activities starting at 7 PM will be all about Lucas Oil/ East Coast National Pull where the dirt churning gear grinding Multi-Engine Modified Tractors, Hot Farm Tractors, Limited Pro Stock Semi’s, and East Coast Diesel-Pro Diesel, FWD Trucks will light up the track. New to the lineup this evening is the Multi-Engine Modified Tractors. The evenings events are sponsored by Reynmil Inc. Forest Products, Kistler Transportation, Alpine building Supply, M. Weider Trucking Inc., Kistler Farms, Minersville Auto Parts.

A diesel truck is a work vehicle, designed to haul cargo or pull trailers, right? That perception has been changed by gear heads. Schuylkill County Fair invites all diesel pickups or SUVs to test their skills and horsepower on the track. Entrants may come from all over the area. The Quarter-mile widened track with good times translate to bragging rights. Clocking locked turbo-diesel can reach 81.0 mph in 16.9 seconds. However, once you add a fuel chip, custom exhaust, locking differentials, and aftermarket air filters, times drop into the low 12-second range. Inject propane and/or nitrous oxide with bigger injectors, unrestricted exhaust systems, and twin turbo-chargers, and things can get very fast. Come to the fair and see who will walk away with the Side by Side FWD Drag Race bragging rights. This is sure to excite the crowd who gather to watch this event on Wednesday evening at 7PM. Prior to this event there will be a Celebrity Tractor Pull. Bragging rights are at stake here as local celebrities take their turn pushing the petal to the metal.

Registration for these nights of pulls and racing begins at 4PM.

The track for pulling, which has been used for Antique Tractor Pulling, has been improved by lengthening and re- resurfacing. If rain occurs, it will not dampen the fun. The track will be covered with a tarp to protect it. Keeping the track covered will make for a great evening of tractor pulls. The pulling sled is rented and ready to go from Crouse.

Truck pulling is a fine mixture of horsepower, traction, and chassis setup on a 4 WD vehicle that is attached by a heavy chain to a weighted sled. The further your truck pulls the sled, the more stress and pressure it will experience along the track. By the end of the track, even the most powerful trucks will be stopped cold by extremely large forces created by the awesome amount of weight bearing down upon the sled. Some trucks will break under the pressure, and you may witness drive-shafts and axles twisting into scrap metal as man and machine go to war, just to see who can get the best hook! It is adrenaline, testosterone, and excitement. It is a sport that can engulf the entire family, and offer fun and excitement that can be rivaled by very few.

On a smaller scale, Thursday evening will have Lawn mower Pulls. This event is put on by Lorah Lawnmower Pulls. This event is slated for a 7PM start time.

The Schuylkill County Fair Association is pleased to sponsor these thrilling event at the 2018 Fair. Specific rules for the Truck Pull may be found on the Schuylkill County Fair web site, www.schuylkillfair.com under the Pull tab. No pun intended. For more detailed information may be found at www.schuylkillfair.com/exhibits/ in a PDF under Department 22. Contact people for further information include Matt Halabura at (570)449-4133, mhalabura@verizon.net or Fran Vidzicki at (570) 691-5866, tractorfran@gmail.com

Events at the Tract continue On Saturday with Antique Tractor Pulls. High – Octane intensity explosion erupts onto the Schuylkill County Fair during the afternoon of August 4. Power hungry antique tractors battle it out at the antique tractor pull on the Schuylkill County Fairgrounds. This event stars the area’s best drivers and their ground-powered machines.

Tractors must be model year 1959 or earlier and be wheel driven by the rear wheels only to be able to participate in the pull. Classic 1960 to 1972 factory turbo may participate with all antique rules applying. Rules for the antique tractor pulls can be found on line at www.schuylkillfair.com/exhibits/ or under the antique tractor pull tab on the fair’s homepage. Specific questions may be addressed by calling 570-739-4263 or emailing the questions to kvnber4@comcast.net

The antique tractor drivers can pull in classes divided by weight. There are 16 classes to pull in. This power pulling motor sport competition requires tractor to pull a heavy sled along a track length with the winner being the tractor that pulls the sled farthest. All tractors in their respective classes pull a set weight on the sled. When a tractor gets to the end of the track this is known as a “full pull.” When more than one tractor completes the course, more weight is added to the sled. The winner is determined by the tractor that pulls the heaviest weight the furthest.

The sled is known as a weight transfer sled. This means that as it pulls down the track, the weight is transferred from over the rear axles and towards the front of the sled. As the weight moves resistance builds. The further the tractor pulls the sled the harder it gets.

Registration for the antique tractor pulls starts at 11AM at the Ag Museum on the Schuylkill County Fairgrounds. Pulls will start approximately at 1 PM on Saturday August 4.

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The Original "Chilly Willy" Passes Away

July 18, 2018, 10:47 am
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A man known for delivering ice cream in Northern Schuylkill County communities has passed away.


Martin "Chilly Willy" W. Zaprazny, 89, of West Penn Township, PA and formerly of Hometown, PA, died on Tuesday, July 17, 2018 at his home.

"Chilly Willy" was the owner and operator of the Chilly Willy Ice Cream Truck for 58 years, delivering ice cream treats to the local communities of Tamaqua, Mahanoy City area, Shenandoah, and Lehighton for many years.

Services will be held at 11:00 AM on Friday, July 20 at the Zizelmann-Gulla Funeral Home, 500 East Broad Street, Tamaqua, PA. Interment in Odd Fellows Cemetery will follow.

Call 10-11 AM on Friday at the funeral home. Memorials in his name may be made to the American Cancer Society, 712 South Keyser Avenue, Taylor, PA 18517.

Online condolences may be made at www.zgfuneralhome.com. Arrangements are being handled by the Zizelmann-Gulla Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc., Tamaqua, PA.

Full Obituary
http://www.zrgfuneralhomes.com/obituary/Martin-W.-Zaprazny/Pennsylvania/1806289
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Schuylkill County Obituaries for 07/18/18

July 18, 2018, 10:53 pm
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Schuylkill County Obituaries for 07/18/18

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Martin "Chilly Willy" W. Zaprazny, 89, of West Penn Township, PA and formerly of Hometown, PA, died on Tuesday, July 17, 2018 at home. He was the husband of the late Elsie E. (nee Hosler) Zaprazny who died in 2007. 

Born in Allentown, PA on January 31, 1929, Martin was a son of the late John and Marie Zaprazny. "Chilly Willy" was the owner and operator of the Chilly Willy Ice Cream Truck for 58 years, delivering ice cream treats to the local communities of Tamaqua, Mahanoy City area, Shenandoah, and Lehighton. 

He served in the Army during the Korean War. An avid fisherman, Martin spent free time fishing at Mauch Chunk Lake, Tuscarora Lake, and Locust Lake. 

He is survived by his daughters, Donna Secara and her husband, Charles of West Penn Township and Cindy Shlanta and her husband, Andrew of West Penn Township; grandchildren, Marianne Lupkin, Charlie Secara, Kaitlyn Shlanta, and Michael Shlanta; great grandchildren, Mason, Elsa, and Jessalyn; brothers, William and Daniel; and sisters, Dorothy and Jeannie. 

Martin was predeceased by brothers, John and Frank and a sister, Blanche. 

Services will be held at 11:00 AM on Friday, July 20 at the Zizelmann-Gulla Funeral Home, 500 East Broad Street, Tamaqua, PA. Interment in Odd Fellows Cemetery will follow. Call 10-11 AM on Friday at the funeral home. Memorials in his name may be made to the American Cancer Society, 712 South Keyser Avenue, Taylor, PA 18517. 

Online condolences may be made at www.zgfuneralhome.com. Arrangements are being handled by the Zizelmann-Gulla Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc., Tamaqua, PA.
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Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 07/19/18

July 19, 2018, 4:20 am
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Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 07/19/18


Thursday - Sunny - High in the Lower 80's
Thursday Night - Clear - Low in the Mid 50's

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Friday - Clouds and Sun - High in the Mid 80's
Saturday - Cloudy with Showers Late - High in the Mid 70's
Sunday - Sun, Showers and Storms Late - High in the Upper 70's
Monday - Sun, Clouds, Showers and Storms - High in the Upper 70's
Tuesday - Clouds and Sun with Scattered Storms - High near 80
Wednesday - Scattered Storms - High in the Mid 70's

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Two Charged in Relation to Church Burglary

July 19, 2018, 7:55 am
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Two more individuals have been charged in relation to a church burglary that occurred in Cass Township.


In May, Steven Platts, 54, of Ann Street, Norwegian Township, Pottsville, was charged by Cass Township Police and taken into custody by Saint Clair Clair Police and charged with burglary, criminal trespass, theft, receiving stolen property, vandalism, and criminal mischief for the burglary at the St. Kierans Church in Heckscherville, Cass Township in April 2018.

On Thursday, July 19, 2018,  Cass Township Officer Gerard Daley filed charges against Joseph F. Platts, 25, brother of Steven, and Douglas C. Camodeca Jr., 61, both of Pottsville, in relation to the burglary.

According to a press release from the department, Platts and Camodeca provided Cass Township Police with false information with the intent to implicate another.

Both were charged as co-defendents with conspiracy to commit false reports to law enforcement authorities.

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At the time, police reported that someone broke in the church through a rear door, cut out numerous church pews along with pipes and electrical wiring, then smashed a side window to remove the items.

During the investigation, police were able to identify a main suspect in the burglary through items left behind at the scene and reports of finding the church pews on their property

On Thursday, May 24, 2018, Cass Township Police Officer Daley filed a criminal complaint and an arrest was made on Friday, May 25, 2018.

Steven Platts, 54, of Ann Street, Norwegian Township, Pottsville, was taken into custody by Saint Clair Clair Police and charged with burglary, criminal trespass, theft, receiving stolen property, vandalism, and criminal mischief.

On June 21st, 2018, bail was reduced from $75,000 (Monetary) to $50,000 (unsecured) with Platts being released.
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Schedule for the 2018 High School Football Season in Schuylkill County

July 19, 2018, 9:07 am
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Schedule for the 2018 High School Football Season in Schuylkill County and Schuylkill League

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BLUE MOUNTAIN EAGLES:(4A)
08/24 - Muhlenburg
08/31 - @ Midd-West
09/07 - Hamburg
09/14 - Wyomissing
09/21 - @ Tamaqua
09/28 - @ Lehighton
10/05 - Jim Thorpe
10/12 - @ North Schuylkill
10/19 - Pottsville
10/27 - @ Schuylkill Haven
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JIM THORPE OLYMPIANS:(3A)
08/18 - @ Palmerton
08/24 - @ Schuylkill Haven
08/31 - Marian Catholic
09/07 - Panther Valley
09/14 - @ Kutztown
09/21 - Midd-West
09/28 - North Schuylkill
10/05 - @ Blue Mountain
10/12 - @ Pottsville
10/19 - Tamaqua
10/26 - @ Lehighton
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LEHIGHTON INDIANS:(4A)
08/18 - Catasaqua
08/24 - Fleetwood
08/31 - Schuylkill Haven
09/07 - @ Central Columbia
09/14 - @ Marian Catholic
09/21 - @ Panther Valley
09/28 - Blue Mountain
10/05 - Pottsville
10/12 - @ Tamaqua Area
10/19 - @ North Schuylkill
10/26 - Jim Thorpe
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MAHANOY AREA GOLDEN BEARS:(2A)
08/24 - Tri-Valley
08/31 - Tamaqua Area
09/07 - Holy Redeemer
09/14 - @ Nativity BVM
09/28 - @ Schuylkill Haven
10/05 - @ Minersville
10/12 - Panther Valley
10/19 - @ Marian Catholic
10/26 - Shenandoah Valley
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MARIAN CATHOLIC COLTS:(1A)
08/24 - Midd-West
08/31 - @ Jim Thorpe
09/07 - @ North Schuylkill
09/14 - Lehighton
09/21 - Schuylkill Haven
09/28 - @ Minersville
10/05 - Panther Valley
10/12 - @ Shenandoah Valley
10/19 - Mahanoy Area
10/26 - Tamaqua Area
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MINERSVILLE MINERS:(2A)
08/24 - @ Williams Valley
08/31 - @ Nativity BVM
09/07 - Shenandoah Valley
09/14 - @ Hamburg
09/21 - @ Schuylkill Valley
09/28 - Marian Catholic
10/05 - Mahanoy Area
10/12 - Schuylkill Haven
10/19 - @ Shenandoah Valley
10/26 - Panther Valley
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NATIVITY BVM GREEN WAVE:(1A)
08/18 - @ Tri-Valley (Scrimmage)
08/24 - Millersburg
08/31 - Minersville
09/08 - @ Columbia Montour Vo-Tech
09/14 - Mahanoy Area
09/21 - @ Shenandoah Valley
09/28 - Montgomery
10/05 - @ Midd-West
10/12 - Bucktail
10/19 - James Buchanan
10/26 - @ Saint Joseph's Catholic Academy
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NORTH SCHUYLKILL SPARTANS:(3A)
08/24 - Loyalsock Township
08/31 - @ Shamokin
09/07 - Marian Catholic
09/14 - Schuylkill Haven
09/21 - @ Mount Carmel
09/28 - @ Jim Thorpe
10/05 - @ Tamaqua Area
10/12 - Blue Mountain
10/19 - Lehighton
10/26 - @ Pottsville
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PANTHER VALLEY PANTHERS:(2A)
08/18 - @ Schuylkill Valley (Scrimmage)
08/24 - Columbia Montour Vo-Tech
08/31 - Hamburg
09/07 - @ Jim Thorpe
09/14 - @ Tamaqua Area
09/20 - Lehighton
09/28 - Shenandoah Valley
10/05 - @ Marian Catholic
10/12 - @ Mahanoy Area
10/19 - Schuylkill Haven
10/26 - @ Minersville
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PINE GROVE AREA CARDINALS:(3A)
08/18 - @ Schuylkill Haven
08/24 - Northern Lebanon
08/31 - @ Millersburg
09/07 - Newport
09/14 - @ Tri-Valley
09/22 - Susquenita
09/28 - @ Juniata
10/05 - Williams Valley
10/12 - @ Line Mountain
10/19 - Upper Dauphin
10/26 - @ Halifax
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POTTSVILLE AREA CRIMSON TIDE:(4A)
08/18 - @ Northwestern Lehigh (Scrimmage)
08/24 - @ Hazleton
08/31 - Wyomissing Area
09/07 - @ Muhlenberg
09/14 - @ Crestwood
09/21 - Glen Mills
09/28 - Tamaqua Area
10/05 - @ Lehighton
10/12 - Jim Thorpe
10/19 - @ Blue Mountain
10/26 - North Schuylkill
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SCHUYLKILL HAVEN HURRICANES:(2A)
08/18 - Pine Grove (Scrimmage)
08/18 - Shenandoah Valley (Scrimmage)
08/24 - Jim Thorpe
08/31 - @ Lehighton
09/07 - Tamaqua Area
09/14 - @ North Schuylkill
09/21 - @ Marian Catholic
09/28 - Mahanoy Area
10/05 - Shenandoah Valley
10/12 - @ Minersville Area
10/19 - @ Panther Valley
10/27 - Blue Mountain
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SHENANDOAH VALLEY BLUE DEVILS:(1A)
08/18 - @ Schuylkill Haven (Scrimmage)
08/24 - @ Morrisville
08/31 - Jenkintown
09/07 - @ Minersville
09/14 - Midd-West
09/21 - Nativity BVM
09/28 - @ Panther Valley
10/05 - @ Schuylkill Haven
10/12 - Marian Catholic
10/19 - Minersville Area
10/26 - @ Mahanoy Area
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TAMAQUA BLUE RAIDERS:(3A)
08/18 - @ Hamburg
08/24 - Line Mountain
08/31 - @ Mahanoy Area
09/07 - @ Schuylkill Haven
09/14 - Panther Valley
09/21 - Blue Mountain
09/28 - @ Pottsville
10/05 - North Schuylkill
10/12 - Lehighton
10/19 - @ Jim Thorpe
10/26 - @ Marian Catholic
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TRI VALLEY BULLDOGS:(1A)08/25 - Line Mountain
08/18 - Nativity BVM (Scrimmage)
08/24 - Mahanoy Area
08/31 - Juniata
09/07 - @ Williams Valley
09/14 - Pine Grove
09/21 - @ Upper Dauphin
09/28 - @ Halifax
10/05 - Millersburg
10/12 - Newport
10/19 - @ Line Mountain
10/26 - @ Susquenita
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WILLIAMS VALLEY VIKINGS:(1A)
08/24 - Minersville Area
08/31 - Newport
09/07 - Tri-Valley
09/14 - @ Susquenita
09/21 - @ Juniata
09/28 - Line Mountain
10/05 - @ Pine Grove
10/12 - @ Upper Dauphin
10/19 - Halifax
10/26 - @ Millersburg

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Bicyclist Dies After Being Struck By Vehicle in Kline Township

July 19, 2018, 9:26 am
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A bicyclist died late Wednesday after being struck by a vehicle in Kline Township.


According to Kline Township Police, the crash occurred earlier Wednesday on Kelayres Road in Kline Township, right outside of Kelayres when Thomas Barletta, 64, was riding his bicyclist along the road and crossed into the path of a vehicle.

Barletta was taken to Lehigh Valley Cedar Crest where he later died Wednesday evening.

The crash has been ruled an accident with Barletta's cause of death being listed as the result of multiple traumatic injuries.

The crash is still under investigation by police, and anyone who witnessed the crash is asked to contact Kline Township Police at (570) 929-2354.
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Rush Township Police Offers Permanent Solution for Disposing Prescription Medications

July 19, 2018, 10:06 am
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The Rush Township Police announced Thursday that they have installed a permanent option for disposing prescription medication.

According to Rush Township Police Chief Kenneth Zipovsky, "The Rush Township Police Department is happy to announce that there is a now permanent option for prescription medication disposal in the Township. Area residents can now come to the Rush Township Building at 104 Mahanoy Avenue during normal business hours and safely and securely dispose of expired or no longer needed prescription medication. This option will help keep medication away from the hands of little children, and those who desire to misuse medication."

The secure disposal box was obtained through a grant from the Rite Aid Foundation, with no cost to the Township residents. The medicine will be removed from the disposal box by the police department evidence officer and stored in evidence control until the medication is securely disposed of.

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Primary Health Opens Shenandoah Health Center

July 19, 2018, 7:30 pm
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Primary Health has announced they have opened their Shenandoah Health Center.

The new location, which is located at 624 West Centre Street, in the plaza near Boyer's Food Market,  has opened and is offering behavioral health and family medicine services.

In a statement from Primary Health's Marketing Director, Sara Rupp, “Primary Health Network’s Shenandoah Health Center has officially opened. Theresa Fry, LCSW will provide behavioral health services 5 days a week and Dr. Jere Wagner will be available on Tuesdays to provide family medicine services."

Dr. Jere Wagner provides Family Medicine services for Primary Health Network. He joined PHN in May 2018. Dr. Wagner earned his medical degree from Jefferson Medical College, Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia, PA. He completed his residency at Harrisburg Hospital, Harrisburg, PA.  Wagner also practices at the Shamokin Health Center.

Theresa Fry is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who provides Behavioral Health services for Primary Health Network. She joined PHN in May 2018. Theresa earned her Bachelor of Science in Social Work degree from Lock Haven University, Lock Haven, PA and her Bachelor of Science in Behavioral and Addiction Counseling degree from Elizabethtown College, Elizabethtown, PA. She earned her Masters of Social Work degree in Children, Youth & Families Specialization from Temple University, Philadelphia, PA.

“As the need grows in the community, so will our services." added Rupp.

To contact the office call (570) 671-0300.

For hours and information on the location, visit
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North Schuylkill Becomes Authorized Certiport Testing Center

July 20, 2018, 8:53 am
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On Friday, the North Schuylkill School District announced they are now an authorized Certiport Testing Center.


Certiport, a Pearson VUE business, was established in 1997 and is now the leading provider of certification exam development.

Certiport delivers more than three million exams each year through the secondary, post-secondary, workforce, and corporate technology markets.

North Schuylkill will only administer the Auto Desk Certified User Exam and the Certified Professional Exam, but Certiport also provides certification exams for Microsoft, Adobe, Autodesk, Intuit, IC3 and other certifications.

Other certifications:  https://certiport.pearsonvue.com/About/What-we-do

In addition, Certiport provides certification candidates with learning materials and certification practice tests to prepare them for high-stakes, career-oriented certifications.

The next closest Certiport locations are Williamsport, York, and Quakertown.

Anyone that is interested, please contact Kelly Stone at: kstone@northschuylkill.net
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First "Escape Room" Opens in Schuylkill County

July 20, 2018, 9:16 am
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Schuylkill County now has it's very own Escape Room.



An escape room, also known as an "escape game", is a physical adventure game in which players solve a series of puzzles and riddles using clues, hints, and strategy to complete the objectives at hand. Players are given a set time limit to unveil the secret plot which is hidden within the rooms. Games are set in a variety of fictional locations, such as prison cells, dungeons, and space stations, and usually the various puzzles and riddles themselves follow the theme of the room.

The new escape room, called "The Art of Escape", which opened July 6th, is located in Pine Grove at 61 South Tulpehocken Street, inside the Made in PGA store.

Right now they have one room open, called "The Reporter", with a second room in the works.

"The Reporter" is a game with the setting where you help a reporter solve a mysterious small town case with a 60 minute time limit.

Reservations are made for Friday, Saturday, and Sunday but also take special requests.

The cost is $24 per person and the room can accommodate up to 6 people.

This weekend (07/20 through 07/22) they are offering a flash sale with 10% off.

Those interested can book through their


or through their web site(https://www.theartofescapepg.com/).

The Art of Escape Pine Grove is owned by Kenneth and Suzanne Dubbs and Michael and Angela Williams.
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St. Borromeo Parish Hosts Summerfest

July 20, 2018, 6:01 pm
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On Friday evening, the St. Borromeo Parish in Ashland kicked off their annual Summerfest.

The event kicked off Friday with food, games, entertainment, and music for the community.

Food such as bleenies, pierogies, halupkis, halushki, hamburgers, and hot dogs were served by parishioners with Groody's catering serving their popular pizza.  Beer was also on tap.

Games and prizes were on hand for the kids.

A basket raffle was hold held inside the Parish's hall.

The night's entertainment was music by R.A.T.L..

The event will also take place Saturday evening from 5:00pm to 10:00pm with entertainment from Spinjammers.


























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Fire Crews Responding to Working Fire in Pottsville

July 20, 2018, 6:06 pm
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Just before 9:00pm Friday evening, emergency personnel were dispatched to a working fire in Pottsville.


The fire is reported to be located in 400 Block of Division Street.

Fire crews from the city of Pottsville, Schuylkill Haven's RIT, and Pottsville Police have all been called to the scene.

More information when it is available.
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Schuylkill County Police Log for 07/20/18

July 20, 2018, 10:35 pm
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Schuylkill County Police Log for 07/20/18

Girardville Man Cited for Harassment

GIRARDVILLE - According to the Pennsylvania State Police at Frackville, a report of harassment was investigated that reportedly occurred at the intersection of Ogden Street and William Street in Girardville.

The investigation revealed that Theodore Stang Sr. threatened to harm another man.  A non-traffic citation was filed at Magisterial District Judge Christina Hale's office.
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Schuylkill County Obituaries for 07/20/18

July 21, 2018, 3:53 am
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Schuylkill County Obituaries for 07/20/18

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Emily B. Hikes, 76 of Pine Grove, passed away on Friday, July 20, in the Lehigh Valley Health Services East, Pottsville.

Born on March 29, 1942, in Roedersville, she was a daughter of the late Raymond W., Sr., and Catherine Heberling Breidigan.
Emily was a graduate of Porter Tower High School and had been employed as a seamstress at the former Canoe Mfg. and Summit Station Mfg., both in Pine Grove. She was a member of the Pinegrove Historical Society.
Preceding her in death were her Husband of 50 years, Dennis R. Hikes on March 9, 2011; two brothers, Robert Allen Breidigan and Eugene E. Breidigan.
Surviving are her son, Darren Hikes of Pine Grove; Brother, Raymond Breidigan, Jr., and his wife Rose of Tower City; her dachshund, Haley, and her Lab, Ginger.
Any services will be private at the convenience of the family. The H. L. Snyder Funeral Home, Inc., is in charge of the arrangements. You may send condolences to the family at our website at www.hlsnyderfuneralhome.com

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Ronald G. Brommer, 79, of Tremont, formerly New Ringgold, passed away on Friday, July 20th, at Tremont Health and Rehabilitation Center. 

 Ronald was born in Adamsdale on January 4, 1939, a son of the late Eva (Neiswender ) and John Brommer . He was the widower of Faye E. (Nester ) Brommer . He worked as a Truck Driver at Hecla Machinery and was a member of New Ringgold Fire Company. 

Ronald is survived by a daughter, Lori, wife of David Kutz and a son, Gerald, husband of Tara Brommer of Florida.Ronald is also survived by two granddaughters Jeralynn Brommer and Rebecca Kutz and a grandson Jacob Kutz. Two great granddaughters Jade and Jailynn. 

 He was predeceased by two sisters Miriam Mengle and Margaret Aregood.

A Religious Service will be held on July 27, at 10:00 AM at the Hamilton-Breiner Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc. in Orwigsburg. Friends are invited to call from 9:00 AM until the time of service. Interment following at Schuylkill Memorial Park, Inc. Schuylkill Haven, PA
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Upcoming Schuylkill County Road Work

July 21, 2018, 4:04 am
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Upcoming Schuylkill County Road Work

Municipality: Kline Township
Road name: PA 309
Between: Main Street And: Carbon County Line
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 delays.
Start date: 7/23/2018
Est completion date: 7/27/2018
Restrictions in effect (time of day): 7:00AM To: 3:00PM
Will rain cause delays?: No

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Municipality: Ashland Borough
Road name: PA 54
Between: Ashland And: Hometown
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 delays.
Start date: 7/23/2018
Est completion date: 7/27/2018
Restrictions in effect (time of day): 7:00AM To: 3:00PM
Will rain cause delays?: No
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Municipality: Washington / Wayne Townships
Road name: PA 443
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.
Start date: 7/23/2018
Est completion date: 7/27/2018
Restrictions in effect (time of day): 7:00AM To: 3:00PM
Will rain cause delays?: No

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Municipality: Wayne / Washington Townships
Road name: PA 895
Between: Pine Grove And: Summit Station
Type of work: Drainage
Work being done by: PennDOT Maintenance Forces
Type of restriction: Daytime
Restriction: Lane restriction with flagging, be alert and anticipate delays.
Start date: 7/23/2018
Est completion date: 7/27/2018
Restrictions in effect (time of day): 7:00AM To: 3:00PM
Will rain cause delays?: No

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Municipality: Upper Mahantongo Township
Road name: Klingerstown Road
Between: Pitman And: Klingerstown
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 delays.
Start date: 7/23/2018
Est completion date: 7/27/2018
Restrictions in effect (time of day): :00AM To: 3:00PM
Will rain cause delays?: No

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Municipality: Ashland Borough 
Road name: PA 54
Between: 9th Street And: PA 61
Type of work: Other
Work being done by: PennDOT Maintenance Forces
Type of restriction: Daytime
Restriction: Lane restriction with flagging.
Start date: 7/23/2018
Est completion date: 7/27/2018
Restrictions in effect (time of day): 7:00AM To: 3:00PM
Will rain cause delays?: No

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Municipality: North Manheim Township
Road name: Long Run Road
Between: Schuylkill Haven And: PA 183
Type of work: Pothole Patching
Work being done by: PennDOT Maintenance Forces
Type of restriction: Daytime
Restriction: Single lane closure with flagging.
Start date: 7/23/2018
Est completion date: 7/27/2018
Restrictions in effect (time of day): 7:00AM To: 3:00PM
Will rain cause delays?: No

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Municipality: East Brunswick / West Penn Townships
Road name: PA 895 / PA 443
Between: New Ringgold And: PA 309
Type of work: Tar and Chipping
Work being done by: PennDOT Maintenance Forces
Type of restriction: Daytime
Restriction: Single lane closure with flagging, be alert and anticipate delays.
Start date: 7/23/2018
Est completion date: 7/27/2018
Restrictions in effect (time of day): 7:00AM To: 3:00PM
Will rain cause delays?: No

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Municipality: Minersville Borough / Cass / Foster Townships
Road name: PA 901 / Sunbury Road
Between: North of Interstate 81 And: Forest Lane
Type of work: Milling & Paving
Work being done by: PennDOT Contractor
Type of restriction: Daytime
Restriction: Weekday lane restrictions. Expect delays and please use caution driving through the work zone. Additional work includes new guide rail and pavement markings.
Start date: 7/23/2018
Est completion date: 9/28/2018
Restrictions in effect (time of day): 7:00AM To: 5:00PM
Will rain cause delays?: No
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Flash Flood Watch Issued for Schuylkill County

July 21, 2018, 4:25 am
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The National Weather Service has issued a Flash Flood Watch for Schuylkill County for Saturday.

FLASH FLOOD WATCH IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM EDT THIS AFTERNOON THROUGH LATE TONIGHT...

The National Weather Service in State College has issued a

* Flash Flood Watch for a portion of central Pennsylvania, including the following areas, Dauphin, Lancaster, Lebanon, Schuylkill, and York Counties.

* From 2 PM EDT this afternoon through late tonight

* Rain will move into the area late this morning and early afternoon. The rain will slide northward with the rain tapering off early tonight. The rain could be very heavy at times, with totals possibly reaching as high as 2 or 3 inches by midnight.
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Pine Grove Man Dies After Motorcycle Crash

July 21, 2018, 5:52 pm
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A Pine Grove man died early Saturday morning in a motorcycle crash.


According to the Pennsylvania State Police at Schuylkill Haven, the crash occurred around 2:00am on Route 443 in Washington Township.

Police say Derek Soper, 23, of Pine Grove skidded off the road and struck a wall.

Soper was taken to an area hospital where he later died.

Soper was reported to be wearing a helmet.  The crash is still under investigation.
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