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Red Cross Honors Schuylkill County Heroes at Annual Breakfast

June 6, 2019, 6:26 pm
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On Tuesday, June 5th, The Tri County Chapter of the American Red Cross honored 3 people in Schuylkill County who go above and beyond to serve their community.

The 3rd Annual Red Cross Schuylkill County Heroes Breakfast took place at the Schuylkill County Country Club, and was sponsored by Hidden River Credit Union, M&T Bank and Mountainview Restoration.

2019 HEROES AWARD WINNERS 

Jeffrey Blanchek – 2019 Fire Safety Award Jeffrey has installed countless smoke alarms with the Red Cross and on his own alongside the fire department. In addition, Jeffrey hosts excellent fire prevention open houses, library skits, and promotes fire safety at the annual fall festival in Ringtown. Jeffrey’s dedication to his community and fire department is outstanding. 

Patricia (Patty) Daley – 2019 Community Impact Hero Award Patty lives and breathes the Red Cross mission. She has been the face of Red Cross Disaster Response in Schuylkill County for years, assisting clients in their times of greatness need. A true humanitarian, Patty’s current passion is making homes safer by providing disaster education and installing free smoke alarms through the Red Cross’s Home Fire Campaign. Working hand-in-hand with local fire departments and volunteers, Patty’s leadership resulted in the installation of 2,262 alarms this year. 

Jennifer Lettich-Snyder – 2019 Animal Rescue Hero Award Jennifer is currently the head CVT at Anthracite Animal Clinic in addition to working Sunbury Animal Hospital. Jennifer goes above and beyond every single day to advocate for animals, easing the worries of both clients and her animal patients. She assists in search and rescue efforts throughout the area with her canine Charlotte, and has gained invaluable knowledge through certifications to help the community in times of need. Jennifer also volunteers for her local fire department while continuing her education.


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Schuylkill County Obituaries for 06/06/19

June 7, 2019, 12:38 am
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Schuylkill County Obituaries for 06/06/19
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Richard J. Grace, 77, Pottsville, died Thursday morning at Providence Place.

Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.

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Kathryn D. Case, 69 of Pottsville died Tuesday at Providence Place Retirement Community.

She was born Oct 26, 1949 in Pottsville a daughter of the late Paul L. Sr., and Sally Dragna Dimmerling.

She was a 1967 graduate of Pottsville Area High School and Shippensburg University with a degree in Elementary Education.

She taught 2nd grade at the former Garfield School and later John S. Clarke Elementary Center, Pottsville prior to retiring in 2005.

Kathy was a member of St. John the Baptist Roman Catholic Church, Pottsville, Ivyside Swim Club, PSERS, and Coal Crackin Red Hats.

She is preceded in death by her husband, J. Terry Case, on September 28, 2014.

Surviving are two daughters, Kristyn Case-Blum and her husband Justin; Dr. Lindsay Case-Trout and her husband, TJ: 4 grandchildren, Landon J. and Avery K. Trout, Kara M. and Sydney A. Blum; a brother, Paul L. Dimmerling, Jr. and his wife, Joan Marie; Linda D. Humphrey and her husband James E., all of Pottsville; nieces and nephews.

Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Friday at 11AM from St. John the Baptist Roman Catholic Church, Pottsville, with Rev. David J. Loeper as celebrant. Family and friends are invited to a viewing Thursday from 5-8PM at the James E. Humphrey Funeral Home, Pottsville and from 9:30AM-10:30 Friday at the funeral home. The family would prefer remembrances in the form of contributions be made to J. Terry Case Memorial Scholarship Fund c/o Pottsville Area High School, 16th and Elk Ave, Pottsville, PA 17901 or the Pottsville Free Public Library 217 W. Market St. Pottsville PA, 17901 . Interment will be in St. John No. 2 Cemetery, Pottsville.

Please share your memories and condolences with Kathy's family by signing the guest book at www.jehumphreyfuneralhome.com

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Joseph Balulis, 81, of Seltzer, Norwegian Township, passed away on Thursday at home.

Born in Pottsville, he was a son of the late Albert and Anna Harkins Balulis. He was a 1956 graduate of Nativity B.V.M. High School, and worked on building construction in the masonry trades.

He was a member of the former St. Francis of Assisi Church, Minersville, where he was a member of the Holy Name Society. He was also a member of the Seltzer Gun Club and the Seltzer Hose Company.

Preceding him in death were two brothers, Albert Balulis, Jr., an infant, in 1936, and John Balulis, in 2017.

Surviving are his wife, the former Helen Orlosky, with whom he would have celebrated 58 years of marriage on July 1; a daughter, Ann Marie Hoffman (spouse, Duane), Orwigsburg; a son, Timothy Balulis, Pottsville; two grandchildren, Kevin Hoffman and Kassidy Balulis. He is also survived by two siblings, William Balulis (spouse, Mary), Seltzer, and Joan Hufnagle, Seltzer; nieces and nephews.

Friends may call at Dutcavich Funeral Home, 200 Sunbury Street, Minersville, on Sunday from 6:00 P.M. and on Monday from 6:00 A.M. until the time of service at 10:00 A.M. Interment will follow in Schuylkill Memorial Park, North Manheim Township.

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Alice H. Buchman, 95, Frackville, passed away peacefully Wednesday at Shenandoah Senior Living Community, where she had been a guest for the past 10 years.

Born in Frackville she was a daughter of the late Kasimir and Mary Makauskas.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 37 years Edward “Flagy” Buchman in 1986, her 5 sisters; Connie Lenchowski, Adele Umani, Aldona Anfuso, Mary Bukovsky and Blanche Yurekli, 2 brothers; Joseph and Victor Makauskas.

Alice is survived by her son Jim “Flagy” and his wife Janet Buchman, Frackville, her daughter Sharon wife of Vic Sherkness, McAdoo, her grandchildren; Jared and his wife Amy Buchman, New Ringgold and Kristen wife of Jeff Karwacki, Macungie, 3 great-grandchildren; Tyler and Emily Buchman and Tanner Karwacki also a nephew Ted Makauskas, Lancaster, Pa.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday at 11 a.m. from the Thomas M. Sullivan Funeral Home, Frackville, with Rev. Barry Brown officiating. Interment will be in Odd Fellows Cemetery, Frackville. A viewing will be held from 8 a.m. until time of service at 11 a.m..

In lieu of flowers the family prefers contributions, in Alice’s name, be made to Hillside SPCA, PO Box 233, 51 SPCA Road, Pottsville, PA 17901

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Kolten Allen Carl, 30, of S. Tulpehocken St. Pine Grove, passed away on Wednesday, June 5, 2019 at home.
Born on February 23, 1989 in Pottsville, he was a son of Cindy Carl of Pine Grove and the late John Huth Jr.
He was a 2008 graduate of Pine Grove High School
Kolten worked as a Balancer for MI Windows and Doors.
He loved fishing, four wheeling, swimming, camping and going to the camper at Rehobeth Beach, DE.
Preceding him in death were his grandparents James and Martha Carl and John Sr. and Laverne Huth, all of Tremont.
Surviving, in addition to his mother, are a brother John Huth III and his wife Melinda of Arlington, VA and their children Landon, Jacob and Mallory; his cousins that he lived with, who were like his sisters and brothers: Erika Carl and her boyfriend Shawn Boltz and their daughter Emmalynn Boltz, Kayla Carl and her daughter Braelynn Carl, Kaitlyn, Brooke, John Jr., and Kristian Carl; a sister Cortney Huth.
Memorial Services will be held on Wednesday, June 12, 2019 at 2:00 P.M. at the H. L. Snyder Funeral Home, Inc., Pine Grove, with Pastor Barry Spatz officiating. There will be a visitation on Wednesday, June 12, 2019 from Noon until 2:00 P.M. at the Funeral Home.
In lieu of flowers, the family would prefer contributions in his memory be made to the H. L. Snyder Funeral Home, Inc.,139 S. Tulpehocken St., Pine Grove, Pa. 17963 to help with expenses.
You may send condolences to the family online at www.hlsnyderfuneralhome.com




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PIAA Baseball and Softball Playoff Schedule for Schuylkill County Teams - Semi Finals

June 7, 2019, 5:25 am
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High School Baseball and Softball Schedule for the PIAA Playoff Games involving Schuylkill County teams - Semi Finals

Monday, June 10, 2019


1A - Softball
Williams Valley vs. Millersburg @ Lebanon Valley College, Annville - 2:00pm

3A - Softball
Pine Grove vs. Bloomsburg @ Drifton Softball Complex, Hazleton - 4:00pm

5A - Baseball
Blue Mountain vs. Red Land @ Wenger Field, Fredericksburg - 4:30pm

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Cause of Overnight House Fire in Ashland Undetermined

June 7, 2019, 6:14 am
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Fire crews responded to a house fire overnight in Ashland.

Around 2:00am, Friday morning, Ashland Police were on patrol and smelled smoke and noticed a light haze in the area of the 100 Block of West Centre Street in the borough.  Ashland Fire Chief Philip Groody was called to the area for an investigation and found light smoke coming from an abandoned home at 3 Chestnut Street.

The American Hose Co. and Washington Fire Co., of Ashland, and Rangers Hose Co., of Girardville, were dispatched.

Crews found the smoke was coming from a small fire in the basement of the home.

Fire crews put out the fire, ventilated the home, and were on-scene for about an hour and a half before clearing.  The fire is still under investigation.

According to Chief Groody, the cause of the fire has been listed as "undetermined".











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Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 06/07/19

June 7, 2019, 6:32 am
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Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 06/07/19

Friday - Clouds and Sun - High in the Upper 70's
Friday Night - Cloudy - Low in the Upper 50's

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Saturday - Clouds with Some Sun - High near 80
Saturday Night - Cloudy - Low in the Upper 50's

Sunday - Cloudy - High in the Mid 70's
Sunday Night - Rain beginning Overnight - Low in the Upper 50's

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Monday - Rain - High in the Mid 70's
Tuesday - Rain Early - High in the Lower 70's
Wednesday - Cloudy - High in the Lower 70's
Thursday - Showers - High near 70

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Joint Pennsylvania Senate Committees to Study Medicaid Work Requirements

June 7, 2019, 8:20 am
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The Senate Majority Policy Committee and the Senate Health and Human Services Committee will hold a workshop on work requirements for able-bodied, non-elderly Medicaid recipients.

This workshop will take place on Wednesday, June 12, from 9:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. in Room 8 EB in the East Wing of the Capitol Complex in Harrisburg.

“Medicaid is one of the most expensive programs in the state and costs are projected to continue to rise,” said Senate Majority Policy chairman David G. Argall (R-Schuylkill/Berks). “Right now we have 486,000 non-disabled, non-elderly Medicaid recipients in Pennsylvania who are not working. We are not trying to drag somebody out of a treatment facility or force great-grandma to work in a coal mine. Rather, our goal is to come together and discuss this issue thoroughly with professionals so that we can come to a meaningful compromise to address this issue.”

Earlier this year, the Governor asked for $12.9 billion for the Department of Human Services, $400 million more than last year. Recently, the Department asked for even more -- hundreds of millions more -- to cover additional costs. Legislation has been introduced in the Senate, based upon the experience of other states, to require some Medicaid recipients to work, seek employment, attend job training programs, or volunteer in their community in order to receive benefits. Work requirements already exist for other public assistance programs, including the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families program and Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program.

Panelists expected to present expertise at this workshop include Pennsylvania Department of Human Services Secretary Teresa Miller, and representatives from Community Legal Services Inc., the Pennsylvania Health Access Network, the Foundation for Government Accountability, the Commonwealth Foundation and the Pennsylvania Manufacturers’ Association.

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LCCC Receives Grant Funding to Expand SHINE After School Program at Shenandoah Valley

June 7, 2019, 8:24 am
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Lehigh Carbon Community College’s SHINE after-school program has received 21st Century Community Learning Centers grant funding for 2019-2024 in the amount of $2.6 million.

Programs in Carbon and Schuylkill Counties will receive the funds. The federal funding is administered by the Pennsylvania Department of Education(PDE) via the 21st Century CLC program and was announced by State Senator John Yudichak (D-Luzerne/Carbon).

The LCCC SHINE model is a nationally recognized after-school program operating in school districts in Carbon, Schuylkill and Luzerne counties. The Carbon/Schuylkill SHINE program is administered by Lehigh Carbon Community College. More than a thousand students are involved in the SHINE programs throughout northeastern Pennsylvania.

LCCC will receive $2.6 million as part of Cohort 10 of the grant program and will use the funds to expand the SHINE after-school program in Weatherly School District, Palmerton School District and Shenandoah Valley School District, allowing it to serve an additional 175 students.

“School children in elementary and middle schools as well as high school students in the SHINE Career Academy benefit from a network of academic and social services through SHINE,” says LCCC president Dr. Ann D. Bieber. “The after-school program unifies the schools and the students’ home environment to build a foundation for students to excel. Students in the program show dramatic improvements in homework completion, school attendance, classroom behavior and academic performance.”

Under the 21st CCLC Cohort 10 grant, PDE awarded 74 new grants for a total of $22 million in 21st CCLC grant funds for 2019-24.

“Twenty-first Century Learning Centers grants provide critical investments for communities to expand educational opportunities for students and families,” Education Secretary Pedro A. Rivera said. “This year’s recipients were selected with an emphasis on improving educational equity and expanding the geographic reach of Pennsylvania’s programs. As a result, more students across the state will have access to wellness, literacy, and career and technical education programs, among others.”





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Shenandoah Valley Graduates Recognized at Berks County Community Foundation Scholarship Luncheon

June 7, 2019, 9:26 am
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Two recent Shenandoah Valley graduated were recognizes at a scholarship luncheon earlier this week.


Sean James and Kaitlyn Hepler were recognized at a scholarship luncheon in Reading on June 3rd. James received the Sweet Street Desserts Scholarship and Hepler the John Rich Curran Memorial Scholarship, both of which are provided by the Berks County Community Foundation.

Hepler will attend West Virginia University and James will attend Elizabethtown College.

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Governor's Administration Visits the Tri-Valley School District

June 7, 2019, 9:59 am
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On Thursday, Governor’s Office of Broadband Initiatives Acting Executive Director Sheri Collins and Department of Education Deputy Secretary for Commonwealth Libraries Glenn Miller visited Mahantongo Elementary School in the Tri-Valley School District. Collins and Miller discussed how lack of access to high-speed internet hurts students’ ability to learn, and how the bipartisan Restore Pennsylvania proposal will help municipalities close the digital divide.

“Providing access to high-speed internet is the only way to position our communities for success,” said Collins. “The digital divide has been a long-standing issue in rural Pennsylvania, and it is past time to act. Broadband is not a luxury anymore – it’s a necessity for our students get the best education possible. Restore Pennsylvania is a bold and innovative way to jumpstart the economy and move our rural school districts forward.”

Restore Pennsylvania, the $4.5 billion bipartisan proposal funded through a commonsense severance tax will provide funding to completely bridge the digital divide in every community in Pennsylvania. Funding will be available to support installation of infrastructure to bring high speed internet to every corner of the commonwealth.

Nearly a million Pennsylvanians today lack access to robust, reliable, high-speed internet. The problem is exacerbated in rural areas like Klingerstown where Mahantongo Elementary School is located. Modern teaching methods often require access to high-speed internet, but without abundant broadband access, those methods often cannot be used by teachers. Due to the cost of broadband infrastructure, local municipalities cannot fund the purchase and installation of that infrastructure themselves. If passed into law, Restore Pennsylvania will support every phase of the process from feasibility testing to connection at a level far beyond any existing funding mechanisms.

“I view the Restore Pennsylvania initiative as critical to the future of communities such as Tri-Valley,” said Dr. Mark D. Snyder, Tri-Valley School District superintendent. “While we have numerous infrastructure needs, the goal of expanding broadband access in rural areas is notable. Families who lack reliable, high-speed internet do not have access to digital services that most people rely on, resources that are essential to education, community connectivity, agriculture, telemedicine, and overall quality of life.”

Restore Pennsylvania is a statewide plan to aggressively address the commonwealth's vital infrastructure needs. Funded through a commonsense severance tax, Restore Pennsylvania is the only plan that will help make Pennsylvania a leader in the 21st century.

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LVHN's Joseph F. McCloskey School of Nursing Graduates its 122nd Class

June 7, 2019, 11:40 am
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With “Pomp and Circumstance”, the Class of 2019 of the Joseph F. McCloskey School of Nursing at Lehigh Valley Health Network became graduates.
The students, their instructors, leaders from LVH–Schuylkill and the health network joined with representatives from Penn State Schuylkill to celebrate the 122nd graduation ceremony held in the Morgan Auditorium at Penn State’s campus in Schuylkill Haven on Thursday, June 6.

Twenty-four graduates from Schuylkill and neighboring counties celebrated this phase of their educational journey.

“Health care is a team sport,” says Keynote Speaker Lawrence M. Riddles, LVHN Regional Chief Medical Officer. “Health care is far too complex for any one care provider to be able to accomplish all that must be done to care for even one patient.” Instead, Dr. Riddles encouraged teamwork and respectful communication to maintain safe and efficient care. Riddles also encouraged the graduates to continue their pursuit of knowledge, to serve to their highest capacities and to remain focused in the care of their patients.

Riddles, is a 30 year board certified general surgeon and retired (2012) US Air Force Colonel with extensive experience in real-world contingency and disaster medical operations, planning, training and global response.

Also addressing the graduates were Thomas Whalen, MD, MMM, CPE, FACS, FAAP, FACHE, Executive Vice President and Chief Medical Officer for LVHN, Patrick M. Jones, PhD., Chancellor, Penn State University Schuylkill, Jeanne Boyer Porter, Vice-Chair Board of Directors LVH–Schuylkill, William Reppy, President LVH–Schuylkill, Gabrielle Lorady, President Student

Nurses’Association, Desiree McHugh, President of the Student Association and Erik Taylor, President of the Class of 2019.

Attendees were greeted with a video which played prior to ceremonies. The presentation, which highlighted the Class’s educational journey and those who helped them along the way, was created by graduate Marissa Klinger.

“Our graduates have made an impact throughout the state, the nation, and the world – practicing in every nursing setting imaginable, including service to our country in WWI, WWII, Korea, Vietnam and the global war on terrorism,” says Lynne Hausman, MSN, RN, CNE, Director of the School. “These graduates have an impressive tradition to follow and uphold.”

Since it was established in 1895, the Joseph F. McCloskey School of Nursing at LVHN has graduated nearly 2500 nurses. The school continues to be the main supplier of Registered Nurses for Schuylkill County.

Graduates of the Joseph F. McCloskey School of Nursing, Class of 2019, included:

Alyssa Marie Abrachinsky-Shenandoah

Kimberly Ann Baransky-Pottsville

Shawna Nicole Bernotas-Frackville

Stephen Peter Bolusky-Mount Carmel

Leah Brianne Bucher-Mount Carmel

Mikayla Elizabeth Dietrich-Hegins

Callie Marie Edwards-Schuylkill Haven

Danielle Favinger-Stonington

Lauren Ashley Gross-Tremont

Michelle Hoke-Freeburg

Alexis Lee Huntzinger-Branchdale

Marissa Sue Klinger-Taylorsville

Gabrielle Lennette Lorady-Barnesville

Autumn Rose Maroldt-Hegins

Desiree Marie McHugh-Middleport

Sarah Elizabeth Palerino-Schuylkill Haven

Angelique S. Pennypacker-Kulpmont

Corey Anne Pronio-Lost Creek

Jennifer Sanchez-Torres-Freeland

Janine Marie Schaffer-Shenandoah Heights

Seth Andrew Studlack-Forestville

Erik Robert Taylor-Shamokin

Mary Elizabeth Toolen-Mount Carmel

Tucker James Yost-Coal Township

Numerous awards were also presented.

1. RAE ANN LUBOLD Memorial Award to the Valedictorian of the Class of 2019, presented to Jennifer Sanchez Torres

2. LEHIGH VALLEY HOSPITAL–SCHUYLKILL MEDICAL STAFF AWARD to the Valedictorian of the Class of 2019, presented to Jennifer Sanchez-Torres

3. DR. GABRIEL M. LIZAK MEMORIAL AWARD to the Salutatorian of the Class of 2019, presented to Corey Pronio

4. DR. A. WESLEY HILDRETH MEMORIAL AWARD for superior knowledge and skill in obstetrics, presented to Leah Bucher

5. LOUISE WARNE HILDRETH MEMORIAL AWARD to the student who has shown sensitivity and caring in geriatric nursing, presented to Kimberly Baransky

6. SCHUYLKILL COUNTY MEDICAL SOCIETY ALLIANCE AWARD to the graduate who is a resident of Schuylkill County, possesses leadership skills and a willingness to learn and share knowledge with others, presented to Desiree McHugh

7. JOHN AND ANNA BREITIGAN MEMORIAL AWARD to the graduate who possesses leadership skills and has maintained academic and clinical excellence, presented to Seth Studlack

8. JOSEPH F. McCLOSKEY SCHOOL OF NURSING ALUMNI ASSOCIATION AWARD for superior skill in clinical nursing, presented to 2 recipients: Alyssa Abrachinsky and Angelique Pennypacker

9. LEHIGH VALLEY HOSPITAL – SCHUYLKILL – SOUTH JACKSON – OPEIU AWARD for involvement in community activities, presented to Gabrielle Lorady

10. CONTANCE D’ALLESANDRO MEMORIAL AWARD to the graduate who has consistently demonstrated academic progress achievement, presented to Shawna Bernotas

11. ROBERT DECOLLI III AWARD presented by Dr. and Mrs. Robert DeColli to the graduate who excelled in critical care nursing, presented to Angelique Pennypacker

12. ELLEN BRENNAN, RN, MEMORIAL AWARD to the graduate who has demonstrated excellence in critical care nursing, presented to Autumn Maroldt

13. SCHUYLKILL EMS AWARD for the student who demonstrated the most interest in the nursing of the pre-hospital patient, presented to Stephen Bolusky

14. ETHEL M. JONES ERMERT, RN, MEMORIAL AWARD for obstetric nursing, presented to Mikayla Dietrich

15. BARBARA ZELLNER MEMORIAL AWARD to the graduate nurse who clinically excelled in labor and delivery or nursery nursing, presented to Mary Toolen

16. LEHIGH VALLEY HOME CARE – SCHUYLKILL AWARD to the student who excelled in home health nursing, presented to Mikayla Dietrich

16. SCHUYLKILL COUNTY SOCIETY FOR CRIPPLED CHILDREN AWARD to the student who excelled in orthopedic nursing, presented to Leah Bucher

17. SCHUYLKILL COUNTY SOCIETY FOR CRIPPLED CHILDREN AWARD to the student who excelled in rehabilitation nursing, presented to Seth Studlack

18. RETIRED NURSES’ AWARD to the graduate who demonstrated excellence in medical-surgical nursing, presented to Alexis Huntzinger

19. JOSEPH F. McCLOSKEY SCHOOL OF NURSING ADMINISTRATION AND FACULTY AWARD to the student who excelled in patient teaching, presented to Lauren Gross

20. Certificate of recognition for proficiency and excellence in emergency nursing, presented to Mary Toolen

21. Certificate of recognition for proficiency in relating to psychiatric patients of all age groups, presented to – Callie Edwards

23. Certification of Recognition to the student with notable aptitude, interest and skill in nursing of children, presented to Jennifer Sanchez-Torres

24. Award for highest average during the first-year courses at Penn State Schuylkill to three students – Shawna Bernotas, Marissa Klinger, Seth Studlack

25. Underclass Scholarships

· The REGINA ZWERLING MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP to the student who achieved the highest average at the end of the first year of the program. This year, there is a tie. The two recipients are:

Antonio Madera and Jaynie Mora

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Woman Facing Charges For Assault and Child Abuse

June 7, 2019, 8:07 pm
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A woman is facing charges after police say she assaulted a man and a teen in Quakake.

According to Rush Township Police Chief Kenneth Zipovsky, on Tuesday, June 4, 2019 at approximately 10:05pm, a report was received regarding an assault that occurred in the unit block of West Main Street in the village of Quakake in Rush Township.

Officers responded and discovered that a 44 year-old female named Malayasia Whitaker had assaulted a 67 year-old male and had also bitten a 14 year-old male at that location.

Charges were completed, and a warrant was obtained for Whitaker. 

She turned herself in at Rush Township Police Headquarters on Thursday, June 6th, 2019. She was arraigned by Magisterial District Judge James Ferrier and committed to the Schuylkill County Prison in lieu of $7,500.00 straight bail. 

A preliminary hearing will be scheduled in the near future for the defendant.
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PHOTOS: North Schuylkill School District's 53rd Annual Commencement

June 8, 2019, 2:05 pm
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Photos from North Schuylkill's Class of 2019 Graduation Ceremony held on Tuesday, June 4th, 2019.


































































































































































































































































































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Over 200 Runners Compete in 39th Annual Coal Cracker 10K/Fun Run

June 8, 2019, 7:19 pm
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On Saturday, over 200 runners competed in one of the toughest and oldest races in Schuylkill County.


The 39th Annual Coal Cracker 10K/ Fun Run was held Saturday in the borough of Shenandoah.

The race this year has been organized by a new committee of local volunteers after previous race directors, Tom Talerico and Danny Lewis retired.  The committee in conjunction with Healthy Shenandoah, an affiliate of Schuylkill County's Vision, have assumed responsibility of the race.

A Kids Fun Run sponsored by the Chill Out Ice Cream Parlor started at 9:00am with almost 50 participants.  There was no official winner of the 1 1/2 mile race around the borough but each participant received a medal as they crossed the finish line.

At 10:00am, nearly 180 runners participated in the 10K.  The first runner across the finish line was Alex Epler, 32, of Robesonia with a time of 37 minutes and 55 seconds, and the first female to finish was Whitney Heydenreich, 31, of Danville.

After the race, a party was held next to the Polish American Fire Company with local food favorites such as Kowalonek's, Vernalis', and Mrs. T's Pierogies along with other local vendors.

















































































































































































































































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Schuylkill County Obituaries for 06/08/19

June 9, 2019, 5:46 am
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Schuylkill County Obituaries for 06/08/19
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David A. Lucas, age 67, of Hegins, passed away Saturday at the Geisinger Medical Center, Danville.

Funeral arrangements are pending.

Buffington-Reed Funeral Home, Valley View, is in charge of arrangements.

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Miriam F "Mim" Wetzel, age 92, of Providence Place, Pine Grove, formerly of Pitman, passed away Friday, June 7, 2019 at Providence Place.

She was born on Friday, July 2, 1926, in Helfenstein, a daughter of the late Charles N Maurer and the late Anna H I Marlow Maurer.

She was a member of St. John's United Methodist Church, Hegins; where she was a member of the St. John's United Methodist Women.

Mim was an avid Phillies fan, she liked watching the Hallmark channel, loved Lawrence Welk, and enjoyed spending time with her friends and family.

Her husband, Paul R Wetzel, passed away in 2007. She was also preceded in death by her parents; by two sisters, Stella Miller and Beatrice Pennypacker; and by five brothers, Arthur Maurer, Earl Maurer, Raymond Maurer, Paul Maurer, and Luther Maurer.

She is survived by two daughters, Darlene M Carl and her husband Daniel of Hegins and Beth A Gallagher and her husband Bill of Lusby, MD; three granddaughters, Angela Andriukaitis of Harrisburg, Kiera Gallagher of Lusby, MD, and Allison Gallagher of Lusby, MD; two sisters, Naomi Yarnell of Grand Terrace, CA and Esther Wetzel of Ashland; and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held at St. John's United Methodist Church, Hegins, on Thursday, June 13, 2019, at 11:00 am, with Rev. W. Keith Rockwell officiating.

A viewing will be held from 10:00 am to 11:00 am on Thursday at the church.

Burial will be in Hepler's Church of God Cemetery, Pitman.

Memorial contributions can be made to Ruth Steinert Memorial SPCA, 18 Wertz Dr, Pine Grove, PA 17963.

Buffington-Reed Funeral Home, Valley View, is in charge of arrangements.

Condolences can be left for the family at www.buffingtonreed.com.

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Ruth Louise MacDuff, 76, of Lake Wynonah, passed away Thursday, May 30, at Lehigh Valley Hospital, Allentown.

Born in Pottsville, Oct. 30, 1942, she was a daughter of the late Mahlon and Ruth Smith Steffy.

She was the wife of Matthew J. MacDuff.

Ruth was a graduate of Schuylkill Haven High School, Class of 1960.

She was a homemaker most of her life, but had worked at Robert Hall clothing store and at Indiantown Gap as a secretary.

Ruth was of the Protestant faith.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a sister, Mary Ann.

In addition to her husband, Ruth is also survived by two sons, Scott J. MacDuff and wife, Linda, Lake Wynonah, and Shawn D. MacDuff, Berks County; two sisters-in-law, Kathy Stump and Michelle Reed; brother-in-law, Kenneth MacDuff.

A Celebration of Life graveside service will be conducted at 1 p.m. Wednesday, June 12, at Schuylkill Memorial Park, Schuylkill Haven, with certified celebrant Caitlyn Ebling officiating.

At the family's request, donations in Ruth's memory may be forwarded to Hillside SPCA, P.O. Box 233 Pottsville, PA 17901.

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Peter J. DeAngeles, Jr., 83, of Pottsville, passed away on Wednesday, June 5th, at Lehigh Valley Hospital-Schuylkill East Norwegian.

Born in Pottsville, on April 23, 1936, he was a son of the late Mildred (Eagan) and Peter J. DeAngeles, Sr.

He was a 1954 graduate of Pottsville Catholic High School and a member of St. Patrick R.C.C., Pottsville.

Peter proudly served his country in the U.S. Navy during the Korea era.

He worked as a postal clerk at the U.S. Post Office in Pottsville for 42 years, retiring in 2004.

Peter was a member of the Traveler Protection Association, the Black Diamond Navy Club, and NARFE.

He enjoyed traveling, especially to Stone Harbor, spending time with family and friends, walking, and working out.

In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his wife, Linda E. (Lopez), on May 22, 2017, and to whom he was married 56 years; son, Anthony J. in 2010; and sister, Louise Lucas.

Peter is survived by a daughter, Christine A. MacAdams, of Pottsville; a son, David DeAngeles, of Lancaster; daughter-in-law, Debra DeAngeles, of Northampton; grandchildren: Amanda DeAngeles, wife of Joseph Jobes, of Bethlehem and Jacob, of Washington, D.C.; brother, William, husband of Nancy DeAngeles, of Pottsville; several nieces and nephews; and cousins.

A Memorial Mass will be held on Tuesday, June 11th at 11:00 a.m. at St. Patrick Roman Catholic Church, Pottsville. A visitation with the family will be held in the church from 10:00 a.m. until time of service.

Interment with military honors will follow in Our Lady of Calvary Cemetery, Pottsville.

The family request contributions in Peter's memory may be sent to: St. Patrick's Memorial Fund, 319 Mahantongo St., Pottsville, PA 17901.

Lord-Bixler Funeral Home, Inc. is in charge of arrangements.

Online condolences may be expressed at lordbixler.com

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Russel M. Mengel, 89, of Orwigsburg, died Thursday, June 6th, at Luther Ridge at Seiders Hill, Pottsville. Russel was born in Auburn on January 24, 1930, a son of the late Iva A. (Driesbach) and Earl J. Mengel. He was the widower of Jane E. (Dunkel) Mengel.

He was a member of St. John's Church, Auburn and a graduate of Auburn High School, Class of 1948, being President of his class. He worked as a sales engineer at Frank C. Meyer in Lawrence, Massachusetts. He served in the U.S. Air Force in the Korean War, receiving the National Defense Service Medal and Good Conduct Medal and achieved the rank of staff sergeant. He was also a member of the Masonic Lodge #138. He was an avid hunter and spent many enjoyable hours golfing with his friends. Many weekends were spent traveling to horse shows and trail rides with the Schuylkill County Boots and Saddles Club. Family was very important to him, especially spending time with his granddaughter and attending her sporting events. He enjoyed traveling and camping with his family around the country and special weekends at Knoebel’s.

Russel is survived by his daughter Rochelle, wife of Joseph Evanousky, granddaughter Joelle LeMasters, wife of Thomas, great granddaughter Jane LeMasters, great grandson Luc LeMasters, nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his sister, Betty Borkey and his companion Lorna Fritz.

A Memorial Service will be held at St. John's Church of Auburn with Reverend Walter Breiner officiating on Friday, June 28 at 11 AM. Memorial gathering will be from 10 AM until the time of service.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Alzheimer’s Association, 2595 Interstate Drive, Suite 100, Harrisburg, PA 17110; Leukemia Lymphoma Society of America,1311 Mamaroneck Avenue, White Plains, NY 10605 or the American Heart Association, PO Box 15120, Chicago, IL 60693.

Interment Services will be private at Indiantown Gap National Cemetery Annville, PA.

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Leroy A Seiger, 85, of Ponderosa Lane, Pine Grove, passed away on Friday, June 7, 2019 at home.
Born on January 13, 1934 in Minersville, he was a son of the late Raymond and Jennie Young Seiger.
He was a Corporal in the Army having served with the 1729 CO B 54 ENGR C BN.
Leroy was a truck driver for Yoder Trucking and a custodian for the Blue Mountain School District from 1976 until 1995.
Preceding him in death was a son Roy Seiger; 5 brothers, Harry Seiger, Charles, Raymond and William Buffington, Ervin Cook; 4 sisters, Thelma Seiger, Sarah Klick, Anna Huddock and Margaret Simosky.
Surviving are his wife of 64 years, June Brown Seiger; 3 sons, Kerry and wife Brenda Brown of Pine Grove, Ray and wife Theresa Seiger of Mahanoy City, William and wife Tina Seiger of Schuylkill Haven; daughter-in-law Emily Seiger of Mahanoy City; 10 grandchildren; 22 great grandchildren; sister Dorothy Pinkerton of Wilmington, DE.
Funeral Services will be held on Tuesday, June 11, 2019 at 11:00 A.M., at the H. L. Snyder Funeral Home, Inc., Pine Grove. There will be a viewing on Tuesday, June 11, 2019 from 9:00 A.M. until 11:00 A.M. at the Funeral Home. Interment will follow in Schuylkill Memorial Park Cemetery, Schuylkill Haven.
In lieu of flowers, the family would prefer contributions be made to either the Alzheimer's Disease Assoc. Inc., 2595 Interstate Dr. Suite 100 Harrisburg, PA 17110, or the American Heart Association, Bldg. A Suite 10, 25 Stevens Lane West Lawn, PA 19609 in his memory.
You may send condolences to the family online at www.hlsnyderfuneralhome.com


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Four Flown After Crash on Interstate 81 Sunday Morning

June 9, 2019, 5:57 am
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Four people were flown for serious injuries after a rollover crash on Interstate 81 Sunday morning.


According to the Pennsylvania State Police at Frackville, around 5:20am, an unidentified driver was travelling north on Interstate 81 in the area of Mile Marker 135 in Delano Township.  The driver reportedly fell asleep drifting to the right of the roadway into a rock embankment.

After striking the embankment, the vehicle rolled back across both lanes coming to a rest in a ditch on the left hand shoulder of the highway.

Three of the five occupants in the vehicle became entrapped, and were extricated by fire personnel.

Four of the five occupants were transported to Lehigh Valley Cedar Crest via helicopters.

McAdoo Fire and EMS, Mahanoy Fire and EMS, Ryan Township Fire and EMS, Delano Fire, APTS Medic 11, Valley Regional Medic 26, Shenandoah ALS, Medevac 7 and 4, Life Flight 5, and Zeiner's Towing assisted at the scene.

Interstate 81 was closed for a period of time while the scene was cleared but has since reopened.

The identity of the victims or the extent of their injuries as not released.


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PennDOT Announces Road Work Scheduled for Schuylkill County This Week

June 9, 2019, 7:55 am
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Road Work Announced by PennDOT for This Week
(06/10/19 through 06/14/19)

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Porter Twp.Road name: Main Street
Between: Joilett and Goodspring
Type of work: Pothole Patching
Work being done by: PennDOT Maintenance Forces
Type of restriction: Daytime
Restriction: Flagging. Expect delays and use caution while driving.
Start date: 6/10/19
Est completion date: 6/14/19
Restrictions in effect (time of day): 07:00 AM To 03:00 PM
Will rain cause delays? No
Change/Update:

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South Manheim Twp.Road name: PA 895
Between: PA 183 and Borough of Auburn
Type of work: Shoulder Work/Widening
Work being done by: PennDOT Maintenance Forces
Type of restriction: Daytime
Restriction: Flagging. Expect delays and use caution while driving.
Start date: 6/10/19
Est completion date: 6/14/19
Restrictions in effect (time of day): 07:00 AM To 03:00 PM
Will rain cause delays? No
Change/Update:

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North Union Twp.
Road name: Red Ridge Road
Between: PA 339 and Bucks Mountain Road
Type of work: Milling & Paving
Work being done by: PennDOT Maintenance Forces
Type of restriction: Daytime
Restriction: Lane closures and detours.
Start date: 6/10/19
Est completion date: 6/14/19
Restrictions in effect (time of day): 07:00 AM To 03:00 PM
Will rain cause delays? No
Change/Update:

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Union Twp.Road name: Zion Road / Ringtown Road / Red Ridge Road
Between: Ringtown and Nuremburg
Type of work: Bridge Repair
Work being done by: PennDOT Maintenance Forces
Type of restriction: Daytime
Restriction: Detours. Use caution while driving.
Start date: 6/10/19
Est completion date: 6/14/19
Restrictions in effect (time of day): 07:00 AM To 03:00 PM
Will rain cause delays? No
Change/Update:

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Interstate 81
Between: Lebanon County Line and Luzerne County Line
Type of work: Other
Work being done by: PennDOT Contractor
Type of restriction: Daytime
Restriction: Intermittent lane closures for slow moving herbicide spraying operation. Use caution while driving.
Start date: 6/10/19
Est completion date: 6/14/19
Restrictions in effect (time of day): 07:00 AM To 04:00 PM
Will rain cause delays? Yes
Change/Update:

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PA 61
Between: Berks County Line and Interstate 81
Type of work: Other
Work being done by: PennDOT Contractor
Type of restriction: Daytime
Restriction: Intermittent lane closures for slow moving herbicide spraying operation. Use caution while driving.
Start date: 6/10/19
Est completion date: 6/14/19
Restrictions in effect (time of day): 07:00 AM To 04:00 PM
Will rain cause delays? Yes
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PHOTOS: Friendship Fire Company Block Party Fire Truck Parade - May 24th, 2019

June 9, 2019, 9:03 am
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On Friday, May 24th, 2019, the 2019 Friendship Fire Company began with a fire truck parade.












































































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Emergency Personnel Responding to Search and Rescue in Cass Township

June 9, 2019, 9:04 pm
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Late Sunday/Early Monday, emergency personnel are responding to a search and rescue in Cass Township.


Just before 11:30pm, Cass Township Fire, Minersville Fire, and Branch Township Fire units were responding to Branch Road in Cass Twp to assist with a search and rescue for a reported juvenile who is lost in the woods.

Update 12:30am:  The juvenile is reported to have been found and units are clearing and going back in service.
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Schuylkill County Obituaries for 06/09/19

June 9, 2019, 9:36 pm
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Schuylkill County Obituaries for 06/09/19
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Ruth I. Wolfgang, 87, former Mowry resident, passed away Saturday, June 8th, at the Mt. Carmel Nursing Center. 

 The Richard W. Fritz Funeral Home, Ashland, will announce funeral arrangements.
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David A. Lucas, age 67, of Hegins, passed away Saturday at the Geisinger Medical Center, Danville.

Funeral arrangements are pending.

Buffington Reed Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 06/10/19

June 10, 2019, 5:44 am
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Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 06/10/19

Monday - Showers - High in the Upper 60's
Monday Night - Storms Early with Steady Rain Overnight - Low in the Mid 50's

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Tuesday - Clouds and Sun - High in the Lower 70's
Tuesday Night - Cloudy - Low near 50

Wednesday - Cloudy - High in the Lower 70's
Wednesday Night - Rain Overnight - Low in the Mid 50's

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Thursday - Showers and Storms - High near 70
Friday - Sunny - High near 70
Saturday - Sunny - High in the Upper 70s
Sunday - Sunny with Storms - High in the Upper 70's

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