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Man Charged with Criminal Homicide After Shooting in Gordon Early Monday

August 26, 2019, 6:09 pm
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A man is facing criminal homicide charges after he shot and killed another man early Monday in Gordon.


According to court papers, Michael Grady, 36, has been charged with criminal homicide, aggravated assault, and recklessly endangering another person, after he reportedly fired his 12 gauge shotgun shooting Steven Joshua Molina.

The incident happened around 4:30am at Grady's home in the 600 Block of Hobart Street in Gordon.

Grady reportedly told police that he was handing the shotgun to Molina, when it fired hitting him in the neck.

Molina was pronounced dead at the scene by Schuylkill County Deputy Coroner Joseph Webber.

An investigation into the incident showed that Grady was impaired to a degree of intoxication during the incident and was in sole possession of the firearm when it discharged.

Magisterial District Judge Christina Hale arraigned Grady around 4:00pm and committed him to Schuylkill County Prison with no bail.

Assisting Butler Township Police during the incident were the Pennsylvania State Police, Frackville Police, and Ashland Police.
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Schuylkill County Obituaries for 08/26/19

August 27, 2019, 5:41 am
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Schuylkill County Obituaries for 08/26/19
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Frederick G. "Freddie" Lewert , III , 54 yrs. of age of Chapel Drive Pine Grove returned home to his lord on Monday August 26, 2019 having courageously battled cancer since June 12, 2018.

Survived by; his beloved wife of thirty-three years, Susan J. (Coxe) Lewert; father, Frederick G. Lewert, Jr. and his wife Docie of Pine Grove; brother, Thomas J. Lewert and his wife Tammy; paternal grandmother, 102 year old Elizabeth (Bieber) Lewert; grandchildren, John J. Rusnock, Joshua M. Rusnock, Derek Remak, Trever Remak; God child and niece Cassandra Lewert. Nieces, nephews and in-laws survive Freddie.

Born in Scranton the son of the late Rosemary (Flannery) Lewert, he was also predeceased by his step daughter, Rachel Lee Rusnock.

Catholic by faith, Freddie graduated from Nativity High School class of 1984. He was a dedicated altar boy until graduation. He loved hunting and fishing and all animals especially his pets. Freddie enjoyed tossing the frisbee and football. He was an amazing guitarist. Freddie, was loved by all who met him, and where ever he worked his co-workers considered him a good friend. Freddie worked for H.L. Miller in Schuylkill Haven for 13 years. He then went to Schuylkill Technology Center and earned his CDL. Freddie then worked for C&S Warehouse in Harrisburg for 10 years. When the company moved to another region he went to work at A.S.K. in Palmyra for 3 years.

Freddie touched the lives of many and will be missed by all who knew him.

Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Philip J. Jeffries Funeral Home & Cremation Services of 211 First Street Weatherly, Pennsylvania 18255. (570) 427-4231

Funeral services will be held on Friday August 30, 2019 at 11 o'clock A.M. from the funeral home. Friends may call from 9:00 A.M. until time of services.

Graveside services St. Ambrose R.C.C. Cemetery of Cressona at 3 o'clock P.M.

Memorials in his name to:

Penn State Cancer Institute
400 University Drive
Hershey, Pennsylvania 17033

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Milton Russell Rausch, 74 years of age of Summer Valley Road, New Ringgold, Pennsylvania passed away suddenly on Saturday, August 24, 2019, at St. Luke's Miners Memorial Medical Ctr. in Coaldale.

Survived by his wife of thirty-nine years, Margaret "Peg" (Zackus) Rausch; daughters, Crystal Rausch of Pine Grove, Rebecca Ann Carpenter wife of Brian of Harleysville, Cathy Jo Rausch and her finace Christopher Gerber; sister, Shirley German wife of Paul of New Ringgold; 6 grand children; 7 great grand children.

Born Monday, April 9, 1945 in New Ringgold, Pennsylvania the son of the late Russell M. and Helen E. (Bachert) Rausch.

A graduate of Blue Mountain High School, Milton served honorably in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. He was a welder and worked construction. A member of the Hamburg Fish & Game Club, Milton was an avid outdoorsman. Milton liked to make wine.

Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Robert S. Nester Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc. of 2066 West Penn Pike New Ringgold, Pennsylvania 17960. (570) 386-5884

A Funeral service will be at 8 o'clock PM on Wednesday August 28, 2019. from the funeral home. Friends may call from 6:00 P.M. until time of services.

Interment with Military Honors will be in Ft. Indiantown Gap National Cemery Annville, Pennsylvania.

Memorials in his name to:
New Ringgold Ambulance Association
115 North Railroad Street
New Ringgold, Pennsylvania 17960

Expressions of sympathy or a fond memory of Milt may be expressed by visiting www.griffithsfuenralhomes.com

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June Alice Collins, 93, of Pottsville accepted her Lord's embrace on August 24, 2019. June was born at home on June 9, 1926 in Palo Alto, Pennsylvania. She was preceded in death by her mother, Mary Breininger Poticher, her father, Robert "Harry" Poticher, and sister, Marion Brigade Kominetz. June was the last surviving member of her family. June graduated with the Class of 1944 from Pottsville High School. June married the late Thomas Collins in 1946 and became a loving mother of 11 children. As a young mother, June helped with the care of her elderly neighbors. She was a volunteer at St. Patrick School Cafeteria and the Easter Seals. Later in life, as a member of the Trinity Episcopal Church, she had a mission to serve God. June enjoyed writing, including religious articles and poems. She took a keen interest in current events and offered her wisdom to those around her making her a great conversationalist. She had a great love for animals and a lively enthusiasm for horse racing. She will be greatly missed and always remembered for her wit, dry sense of humor and unconditional love. She was preceded in death by her granddaughter, Melissa Kurtz and great-granddaughter Mikayla Zukosky. June is survived by her children, Lee Collins, James Collins, William Collins, Maureen Collins Salem, Marianne Collins Kurtz, Thomas Collins, Michael Collins, Martin Collins, Sara Collins Krammes, Teresa Collins Hauck, and Elizabeth Collins. She is survived by 19 grandchildren, 27 great grandchildren, nieces and a nephew. In lieu of flowers, June requested donations be made to the Trinity Episcopal Church. A Religious Service will be held at theTrinity Episcopal Church in Pottsville on Thursday August 29th at 11AM, with the. Relatives and Friends are invited to a viewing on Thursday morning from 9-11AM at the church. Interment will be held in the Charles Baber Cemetery in Pottsville. In lieu of flowers, June requested a donation gift be provided to the Trinity Episcopal Church. The Robert A Evans Jr Funeral Home in Port Carbon is in charge of arrangements Please send condolences to www.robertaevansjrfh.com

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Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 08/27/19

August 27, 2019, 6:06 am
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Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 08/27/19


Tuesday - Cloudy with a Shower in the Morning - High in the Upper 70's
Tuesday Night - Cloudy with Showers Overnight - Low in the Lower 60's

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Wednesday - Clouds, Sun, and a Storm by the Early Evening- High near 80
Wednesday Night - Clear Overnight - Low in the Upper 50's

Thursday - Sunny - High in the Mid 70's
Thursday Night - Clear - Low in the Upper 50's

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

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Tamaqua Area Senior Selected as Recipient of Forrest Vocal Scholarship

August 27, 2019, 6:22 am
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John Buglio, Choral Director at Tamaqua Area High School, is proud to announce that Jacqueline Ohl, a senior at Tamaqua Area High School, was selected as the 2019 recipient of the Dr. John & Nell Forrest Vocal Scholarship.

The scholarship entitled Jacqueline to attend a two week all expense paid trip to Ryder University to attend the Westminster Choir College Summer Vocal Institute this past July.

Jaci joined students from all over the world in an intensive vocal music camp that focuses on choral music performance and vocal training.

Jaci is a member of the Tri-M Music Honor Society Chapter 2240 of Tamaqua High School as well as a member of the school’s Concert Choir and Jazz Chorale.

Jaci is a resident of Tamaqua, and is the daughter of Mark and Pam Ohl.

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School News - 08/27/19

August 27, 2019, 8:35 am
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Shenandoah Valley Welcomes 6 New Teachers

August 27, 2019, 8:37 am
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At the recent “Meet the Teachers Open House” Shenandoah Valley Administrators formally introduced and graciously welcomed six newly hired teachers.

Seated in the photo are SV administrators L-R: SVHS Principal Stuart Tripler, SV Elem Principal Brooke Wowak, and Superintendent Brian Waite. Standing are teachers: Jennifer Barnish High School Math, Amber Buehler Early Childhood & Elementary Education, Melissa Trautman Elementary & Autistic Support, Ashley Palubinsky 5th grade Special Education. Kimberly Roulin High School Art. Missing when photo was taken Lisa Reidler Deaf & Hard of Hearing Teacher.

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Shenandoah Valley Hires New Special Education Paraprofessionals

August 27, 2019, 8:40 am
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The Shenandoah Valley School District has announced that they have hired new special education paraprofessionals for the new school year.


Pictured are the recent full-time special education paraprofessionals hired by the Shenandoah Valley School District.

Seated L-R: Alicia Petritsch autistic support classroom, Michelle Zinkus Director of Special Education, & Korina Kelly autistic support classroom. Standing: Alissa Hoffman sign language interpreter, Marisa Underwood deaf/hard of hearing classroom, Tammy Whalen autistic support classroom, & Kim Loftus sign language interpreter

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Creators of Schuylkill County Brew Fest Announce "Brewsgiving"

August 27, 2019, 1:32 pm
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The creators of the annual Schuylkill County Brew Fest announced a brand-new festival for beer lovers coming in November 2019. 

The new festival called “Brewsgiving” will take place November 9th, 2019 at the Lodge at Sharp Mountain from 2-5:30pm. 

“This is something that we have been planning since we started the Schuylkill County Brew Fest back in 2015,” says Dave Cantwell co-creator. 

“We knew if we decided to go forward with this festival, that it couldn’t just be your average fest. It has to be something that stands out like our annual spring event does,” says Tyler Budwash co-creator. 

Brewsgiving will be a fraction of the size the Schuylkill County Brew Fest. Limiting the event to only 300 tickets provides a more intimate setting with sampling from 20 breweries along with food catered by the Lodge at Sharp Mountain included in your ticket price.

What sets Brewsgiving apart from most festivals is that all participating breweries will be selecting their own “tag team collab partners” and bringing specifically brewed beers just for the festival for attendees to sample and vote on. “ I am excited to do it because it brings together breweries to be creative and collaborate on a competition beer. It will also give people a chance to try a bunch of different amazing collaborations” says Dave Morrow, Brewer at Tattered Flag Brewery.

This is a similar concept for the Schuylkill County Brew Fest, where only a quarter of the breweries do a collab, and they are all brewed in collaboration with Pilger Ruh Brewing. Just like the spring Skook Series Championship (won this year by Tattered Flag Brewery), the winners of Brewsgiving will take home the brand-new Tag Team Collab Championship belt. Brewsgiving will feature some favorite breweries of past festivals as well as newcomers such as Lindgren Craft Brewery (Duncannon PA) “After brewing a collaboration beer with Pilger Ruh Brewing we wanted to participate in a brew fest that embodied the camaraderie of our industry. Schuylkill County Brew Fest has a track record of putting together great events, so Brewsgiving should be a no brainer on the craft beer lovers to do list this November.” Said Michael Lindgren, Co-Owner/Brewer at Lindgren Craft Brewery.

The Lodge will feature two floors of breweries, vendors, food, and six large flat screen TVs for football fans. Both Budwash and Cantwell agreed that after selling out their 5th Annual Schuylkill County Brew Fest in downtown Pottsville, the time was right to launch this new festival. Tickets for the event will go on sale Friday, August 30th and can be bought online only at www.puffspromotions.com.
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Food, Music, and Diversity Celebrated During Shenandoah Heritage Day

August 27, 2019, 8:13 pm
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This past Saturday, the 21st Annual Shenandoah Heritage Day took place.


The event, which was organized by Downtown Shenandoah Inc., began at 10:00am with the annual Parade of Nations.

Members of the community joined their friends and neighbors as they walked and dressed for the parade to honor their ethnicity.

After the parade, vendors lined Main Street offering crafts and foods of all different cultures.

Music for the event included the Shenandoah All-Star Polka Ban and the Mariachi Rey Azteca Band.

Tom Ulicny was honored as the festival's Grand Marshall for 2019.

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Police Looking for Man Wanted for Endangering Welfare of Children

August 20, 2019, 10:25 am
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Mahanoy City Police are currently asking for the public's help in finding a man that is wanted.


According to Police, James Sladek, 36, of Mahanoy City is wanted by police on Felony charges of Endangering the Welfare of Children and misdemeanor charges of Terroristic Threats from an incident on August 13, 2019.

Anyone with information on his location is asked to call police at 570-773-2310 or dial 911 if seen.
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Mahanoy City Woman in Custody After Leaving Children in Car with Over 100 Bags of Heroin

August 28, 2019, 7:45 am
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A woman from Mahanoy City is in Luzerne County Prison after leaving her children in a car for over 20 minutes with over 100 bags of heroin and other drugs.

According to Hazleton Police, on Tuesday, August 27, 2019, around 5:17pm, Hazleton Police responded to the One Stop at 419 S. Poplar Street on a caller reporting a female in the bathroom of the EZ Stop for 20 minutes and not coming out.

Upon arrival, officers observed a 2 year old female and a 9 year old male in the back seat of a unattended silver Honda Accord bearing PA registration.

The officers spoke with the vehicle owner, Nicole Paskovich, of Mahanoy City, who stated that she was unsure how long she was in the bathroom and interviewed other witnesses at the location that stated Paskovich was in the bathroom for 20 minutes.

Investigation revealed that Paskovich informed she utilized 3 bags of Fentanyl while in the bathroom. Paskovich also admitted to having heroin in her vehicle, which was 105 bags of Heroin and a small amount of Methamphetamine as well as an uncapped needle, which were recovered in the vehicle.

Paskovich was taken into custody immediately and charged with Endangering the Welfare of a Minor as well as multiple narcotics charges.

The children were taken into protective custody and placed with Children and Youth Services. 

Paskovich was arraigned Wednesday morning by Magisterial District Judge Daniel O'Donnell and committed to Luzerne County Prison on $10,000 cash bail.

In a statement from Hazleton Police Chief Jerry Speziale, he stated "“We will never accept this type of behavior in our City that endangers the welfare of children and the illegal possession of narcotics.”
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Schuylkill County Obituaries for 08/28/19

August 28, 2019, 10:32 am
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Schuylkill County Obituaries for 08/28/19

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Steven Joshua Molina, 24, of Ashland, PA passed away Monday, August 26, 2019 in Gordon, PA.
Born November 18, 1994 in San Diego, CA the son of Melissa Molina of Ashland and Manuel Steve Molina of Albuquerque, NM.

Josh graduated from North Schuylkill High School, Class of 2013 and attended Clarion University. He was a member of the swim team in both High School and College. Most recently, he worked at Tri-State Envelope. He enjoyed being with his friends, playing video games, and singing karaoke.
Along with his parents, Josh is survived by his sister: Nikole of Ashland. Grandfather: Charles Sienkiewicz of Frackville. Grandmother: Karen Letts of Ashland. Nana Vicky Molina and Tata Manuel Molina both of Albuquerque, NM.

Funeral services will be held 8:00 PM Friday, August 30, 2019 at the Kull-Heizenroth Funeral Home, Ashland with Rev. Dana Heckman-Biel officiating. Viewing 5:00-8:00 PM Friday, August 30 at the funeral home.

Kull-Heizenroth Funeral Home Inc., Ashland is in charge of the arrangements. Charles Heizenroth III, Supervisor.


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John M. Kodash, 69, of Frackville, died Monday August 26, 2019 at home surrounded by his family.

Born in Pottsville, September 24, 1949, He was a son of the late John and Elizabeth (Whalen) Kodash

He retired as an Educator from Schuylkill County Vocational Technical Schools, Mar Lin & Frackville.

John was a member of Grace E. C. Church, Schuylkill Haven, an Avid Philadelphia Sports Fan, NASCAR Enthusiast, Hunter and Fisherman. He especially loved spending time with his grandchildren.

In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his loving service dog Austin; a brother.

Surviving are his wife Linda (Rupp) Kodash; a daughter Lori Knittle and her husband Kenny of Deer Lake; Grandchildren Dylan and Heidi Knittle; Brother-in-Law Harry Rupp and his wife Joan; Nephews Ryan Rupp; Jeremy Mylin & his wife Amanda; a Brother.

A Celebration of life will be held at 11:00 AM Saturday September 21, 2019 at Grace E. C. Church, 15 Earl Stoyer Dr. Schuylkill Haven, PA 17972 with Rev. J. Ted Rathman. Friends may call from 10:00-11:00 AM at the church. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Grace EC Church memorial fund at the above address.

Nice Hart Funeral Home Inc., Frackville, is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences can be sent to www.nicehartfuneralhome.com.

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Donald J. Burns, 84, of Pottsville, PA, passed away Tuesday, August 27th, at Lehigh Valley Hospital - Schuylkill, E. Norwegian St., Pottsville.

Born in Pottsville on March 19, 1935, he was a son of the late Frank M. & Camillus M. (Garrigan) Burns.

He was the loving husband of 56 years to Mary Ann (Puzauskie) Burns.

Don was a graduate of St. Stephen High School, Class of 1953.He also graduated from American Institute of Banking, and Ford School of Business.

He had been employed by the former Miners National Bank as security officer of bank properties for 40 years, until his retirement in 1995.Don had also worked for City Bank of Washington, and Schlitzer-Allen-Pugh Funeral Home.

He was a member of St. Stephen Roman Catholic Church, Port Carbon, having served as a lector. Don also belonged Mechanicsville Beneficial Association, the former Mechanicsville Hose Company, Perry Township Game Association, Shoemakersville Game Association, and the NRA.He also belonged to AARP, former Pottsville Club, Mechanicsville Borough Sewer Authority, and had served as an advisor of the 4H Club. Don loved to travel.  Some of his favorite destinations were New England, Scotland, Ireland, & Mexico.

In addition to his parents, he is also preceded in death by his brother, Lewis F. Burns, in 2006.

In addition to his wife, Don is also survived by a brother, Paul E. Burns, husband of Mary Montag Burns, Pottsville, a niece, Heather Bartashus Baker, Mechanicsburg, two grandchildren, Emma, & Abigale Motta, a godchild, Laura Browne, County Cork, Ireland, and was a Special Pop Pop to Chloe Sofia Heck.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Stephen Roman Catholic Church, Port Carbon, at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, August 31st, officiated by Monsignor William Glosser.

A visitation will be held on Saturday from 9:30 a.m. until time of mass at church.

Interment will follow mass at Skyview Memorial Park, Hometown, PA.

Family request donations in Don's memory to St. Stephen Roman Catholic Church, 218 Valley St. Port Carbon, PA 17965.

To extend online condolences, visit, www.gsesfuneralhomes.com

Geschwindt-Stabingas Funeral Home, Inc., Schuylkill Haven, has been entrusted with arrangements.

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Betty E. Zimmerman, 81, of Pine Grove, passed away on Tuesday, August 27, 2019 in the Tremont Health & Rehab Center.

Born on December 1, 1937 in Pine Grove, she was a daughter of the late Oliver and Beatrice Snyder Fritz.

Betty worked at Gold Mills, Pine Grove in the Warping Dept.

Preceding her in death were her husband Andrew J. Zimmerman in 2016, great-grandchild, Hannah LeVan; 3 brothers, Jack Fritz, Harry Fritz, Richard Fritz; sister, Dorothy Berger.

Surviving are a son, Dean and wife Barbarann Zimmerman of Jonestown; daughter, Deb and husband Marlin LeVan of Donaldson; 4, Grandchildren, Casey and wife Dawn LeVan, Andy LeVan, Jerry Schmoyer, Dave Schmoyer, 19 great grandchildren; 7 great great grandchildren; 3 brothers, Edwin Fritz, Thomas Fritz, both of Pine Grove, Robert Fritz of Annville.

Memorial Services will be held on Tuesday, September 3, 2019 at 10:30 A.M. at the H. L. Snyder Funeral Home, Inc., Pine Grove, with Pastor Deanna Geiter officiating. There will be a calling time on Tuesday, September 3, 2019 from 9:30 A.M. until 10:30 A.M.at the Funeral Home. Interment will follow in the Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, Annville.

You may send condolences to the family online at www.hlsnyderfuneralhome.com

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Susan R. Carter, RN, 65, of Sheppton, passed away Monday, August 26th, 2019.

Susan was born in Shenandoah on April 22, 1954, a daughter of the late Doris (Zimmerman) and Raymond Foose.

A graduate of both the West Hazleton High School and the St. Joseph's Hospital School of Nursing, she worked in the health care industry as a registered nurse in many different capacities throughout her career, from working in the Hamburg and White Haven Centers, to Director of Nursing at Broad Mountain Manor, being a hospice nurse and also owning and operating the former Angel Villa Personal Care Home in Sheppton.

She was a member of St. John's Lutheran Church in Brandonville where she was a former church council member. Sue was also a lover of animals.

Sue was preceded in death by her husband, Bernard Carter in February of 2019, and by a daughter, Christie Sue in 1981 and a sister, Betty Bley in 2011.

Sue is survived by her son, Bernie Carter and his wife Jacqueline, of Catawissa and a sister, Margaret Krupilis, of Brandonville. Nieces, nephews and extended family members also survive.

A Funeral Service will be held at 11 AM on Saturday, August 31st at St. John's Lutheran Church in Brandonville. with Pastor Jay Serafin officiating.

A viewing will be held at the Stauffer-Breznik Funeral Home, 412 West Main Street, Ringtown from 5 to 8 PM on Friday evening and from 10-11 AM Saturday at the church.

Susan will be laid to rest in the Brandonville Union Cemetery, immediately following the funeral service.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are asked to be made to St. John's Lutheran Church in Brandonville or the American Cancer Society.

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LVHN Offering Free Hernia Info Session and Screenings

August 28, 2019, 10:35 am
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Do you or someone you know suffer from a hernia? The Lehigh Valley Institute for Surgical Excellence will host a free hernia info session and screening in September.

WHEN:  Tuesday, September 10th, 2019 at 5:00pm

WHERE:
LVPG General Surgery–Pottsville
100 Schuylkill Medical Plaza (Suite 206)
Pottsville, Pa.

Blake Stewart, DO and Mohamed Meeran, MD, LVPG General Surgery will discuss the signs and symptoms of a hernia, the importance of early detection and treatment options available. Refreshments will be served.

Registration is suggested by calling 888-402-LVHN (5846) or visit LVHN.org/hernia screening.

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Investigation into Illegal Narcotics in Minersville Leads to 11 Facing Drug Charges

August 28, 2019, 12:32 pm
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11 people are facing drug charges after police executed a search warrant late Tuesday.

According to Minersville Police Patrolman Jeffrey Bowers, around 8:30pm, Tuesday, Minersville Police along with assistance from New Philadelphia Police, and the Schuylkill County Sheriff's office executed a search warrant at 109 South Second Street in Minersville.

The warrant search is part of an investigation by police into the illegal narcotics in the borough.

While executing the warrant, police took the following individuals into custody
 - Christ James Natale Jr., 18, of Minersville
 - Alyson Mae Galen, 24, of Pottsville
 - Joseph Scott Mitchell, 18, of Pottsville
 - Kyle Steen Landis, 18, of Minersville
 - Jacob Daniel Mason, 21, of Minersville
 - Justin Edward Androsko, 23, of Minersville
 - Justin Michael Colna, 18, of Pottsville
 - 16 year old female
 - David James Natale, 50, of Minersville

The search warrant being executed was for Christ J. Natle Sr. 45, who was not home at the time and police are still seeking.

Natale Sr. still being sought by police
Those mentioned above are facing charges of possession with intent to manufacture or deliver a controlled substance, forgery, possession of a controlled substance and possession of drug paraphernalia.

Also facing charges is Brandon Scinto, 24, of Pottsville for possession of a controlled substance and forgery.

All were arraigned before Magisterial District Judge David Plachko and committed to Schuylkill County Prison with the following bails.

 - $150,000 Straight Cash - Christ Natale Jr.,  David Natale
 - $25,000 (10%) - Landis, Mason, Colna, Mitchell
 - $50,000 Straight Cash  - Androsko
 - $25,000 unsecured - Galen

Charges were filed for the 16 year old female through Schuylkill County Juvenile Justice Department.

The execution of the search warrant led to the finding of live marijuana plants, methamphetamine,  drug paraphernalia, and other items.
Justin Colna

Kyle Landis

Jacob Mason

Brandon Scinto


Christ Natale Jr.

Alyson Galen

David Natale

Justin Androsko

Joseph Mitchell
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Shenandoah Man in Custody After Leading State Troopers in Pursuit

August 29, 2019, 5:52 pm
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A Shenandoah man is locked up in Schuylkill County Prison after leading police in a pursuit Wednesday.


According to the Pennsylvania State Police at Frackville, just after 11:00am Monday, Christopher Buck, 33, of Shenandoah, fled from a State Trooper at a high rate of speed during a traffic stop in Girardville.

Buck led police through Lost Creek and into William Penn where troopers used a PIT maneuver to end the pursuit but he fled on foot into a wooded area.

Multiple police agencies converged on the area but were unable to locate him.

Police later received information on the whereabouts of Buck and took him into custody in Ashland.

Buck was arraigned before on-call Magisterial District Judge David Plachko and committed to Schuylkill County Prison in lieu of $75,000. 

No injuries were sustained during the pursuit.
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Schuylkill County Obituaries for 08/29/19

August 30, 2019, 4:07 am
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Schuylkill County Obituaries for 08/29/19

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Jean A. (Whalen) Bernosky, 85, of Fountain Springs, PA passed away Thursday, August 29, 2019 at home after a battle with cancer.

Born in Cass Township, March 18, 1934, she was the daughter of the late Walter M. 'Hunzy" and Catherine (Roscoe) Whalen. Jean was a 1951 graduate of Cass Township High School. In her youth, Jean enjoyed baseball and cheerleading. Early in her life she was employed at the Gordon Dress Factory, then she joined the family business, Bernosky Furniture, as the Chief Executive Officer. Jean was an avid bowler, traveling to numerous state and national tournaments. In her spare time she loved to dance.

She was preceded in death by the love of her life, Carl L. Bernosky, to whom she was married for 63 years; and brothers, William and John Whalen.

She is survived by two daughters and a son: Barbara, wife of Sam Tabak; Yvonne, wife of Gerry Staskel; and Carl Bernosky and his wife, Margaret. She was the proud Grandmother of four grandchildren: David Leskie and wife, Erin; Carlee Bernosky Gnall and husband Joshua; Amber Staskel; and Maura Jean Bernosky; along with Great-Grandson, Oliver Leskie. In addition, a sister Mary Catherine Whalen Siminitus, and sister-in-law, Helen Bernosky Snyder.

A time for visitation will be held on Wednesday, September 4, 2019 from 10:00 AM until Noon at the Kull-Heizenroth Funeral Home, Ashland, PA. Interment will be at the convenience of the family. Donations in memory of Jean can be made to the Gordon Playground, Gordon Borough Hall, Gordon,PA 17936. Kull-Heizenroth Funeral Home, Inc. is in charge of arrangements. Charles Heizenroth III, Supervisor.

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Dennis L Masser, age 63 passed away Tuesday August 27, 2019 at his residence in Spring Glen.

He was born on July 9, 1956, in Pottsville, a son of the late Richard G. and Marian Yarnell Masser.

Dennis attended Tri-Valley High School and studied Auto Body at the South Schuylkill Vo Tech, Mar-Lin.

He was a Coal Miner for International Anthracite.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers, Randy and Robert Masser.

Dennis is survived by his wife Cheryl (Reedinger) Masser.

He is also survived by a son, Richard Masser of Spring Glen; two grandsons, Aydenn Masser, Kylan Levi Barry; sister, Susan Mancini of NC; Sister in law, Lisa Reedinger of Harrisburg.

Services will be held at the convenience of the family.

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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Jean E. Barr, 95 of Pine Grove, passed away on Thursday, August 29, in the Lehigh Valley Hospital, Allentown. 
Born on December 14, 1923, in Tamaqua, she was a daughter of the late Russell H., Sr. and Rebecca M. Schaeffer Whetstone .
Jean was a 1941 graduate of Pine Grove High School and was the Historian for the Pine Grove Alumni Association. She was a member of St. John's Lutheran Church, Pine Grove where she had been a choir member, served on the Church Council and as a Sunday School Teacher.
Jean was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star where she was the Worthy Matron in the former Pine Grove Mary E. Moore Chapter #372 in 1950-1951 and was presently a member of the Cressona Chapter #267 and a member of the Schuylkill Valley Past Matrons. Jean enjoyed playing Pinochle and working puzzles.
Preceding her in death were her Husband, Sterling F. Barr, on November 18, 1998; a Sister, Doris L. Whetstone, and a Brother, Russell Whetstone, Jr..
Surviving are her step-daughter, Jane Kohr of Tremont; three Step-Grandchildren, Steven, Stacie and Scott; five step great grandchildren, Sheyann, Thomas, Sterling, Cameron and Michael.
Services will be held at St. John's Lutheran Church, Pine Grove on Thursday, September 5, 2019 at 11:00 am with SALM John Ziegler officiating. There will be a viewing onThursday, September 5, 2019, from 10:00 am - 11:00 am at St. John's Lutheran Church, Pine Grove. Interment will follow in the St. John's Lutheran Cemetery, Pine Grove.
The family would prefer, in lieu of flowers, donations be made to the St. John's Lutheran Church Memorial Fund, 222 S. Tulpehocken St. Pine Grove, PA 17963, in her memory.
The H. L. Snyder Funeral Home, Inc., Pine Grove, is in charge of arrangements. You may send condolences to the family at our website at www.hlsnyderfuneralhome.com

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2019 Skook High School Football Schedule for Week #2

August 30, 2019, 7:33 am
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Schuylkill County High School Football Scores for Week #2

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Schuylkill County High School Football Scores for Week #2

Friday,  August 30th, 2019



Wyomissing - 21
Pottsville - 20 * 2 OVERTIMES *

North Schuylkill - 56
Shamokin - 6
Jim Thorpe - 42
Marian Catholic - 0

Tamaqua - 50
Mahanoy Area - 0

Lehighton - 27
Schuylkill Haven - 14

Minersville - 23
Nativity - 0

Blue Mountain - 50
Midd-West - 19

Williams Valley - 43
Newport - 21

Juniata - 21
Tri Valley - 7

Jenkintown - 47
Shenandoah Valley - 8

Pine Grove - 61
Millersburg - 7
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HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL: Shamokin @ North Schuylkill

August 30, 2019, 9:19 pm
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On Friday night, the Shamokin Indians traveled to Fountain Springs to face the North Schuylkill Spartans in Week #2 of the High School Football Season.


From the start of this game, the North Schuylkill Spartans dominated.   The Indians never quite got their footing to make any headway on the Spartans defense.

It wasn't until late in the game, that the Indians got a break and ran the field for a touchdown.

The Spartans ultimately won the game in dominate fashion with a score of 56-6 over the Indians.

If this is any indication of the power of the Spartan's season, look out!  Next Saturday, the Spartans will travel to Wyomissing who defeated Pottsville on Friday night in double overtime.

Below are some video highlights and photos from the game.






































































































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Two Injured in Crash near Gordon Friday Afternoon

August 31, 2019, 12:04 pm
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Two people were injured in a crash near Gordon Friday afternoon.


Around 4:15pm, Friday, emergency personnel were dispatched to the intersection of Biddle Street and Valley Hill Road, in Butler Township, just east of Gordon for a motor vehicle accident with entrapment.

According to Butler Township Police, the crash occurred when a mini van collided with a Kia Forte.

A passenger in the mini van had become entrapped beneath the mini van, which required emergency personnel from Ashland and Gordon to free the woman.  She was taken to the hospital with unknown injuries.

An adult and 2 children also in the mini van were not injured.

Responding to the scene was the Gordon Fire Dept., Lavelle Fire Dept., Washington Ambulance, Minersville EMS, and Gordon Fire Police.





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