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Lake Hauto Fire Ruled Accidental

November 14, 2019, 6:11 pm
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A fire in Lake Hauto, Rush Townhip, on Wednesday was ruled accidental.


Just before 9:00am, emergency personnel were called to a working structure fire located at 30 Crescent Drive, in Rush Township near Hometown.

As the first crews arrived on scene, they reported a fully involved structure fire.

Crews battled the fire for hours and the home was a complete loss.

Homeowner, Salena Herbinko, 44, of Mechanicsburg was not home at the time the fire started.

Pennsylvania State Police Trooper Joseph Hall was called to the scene on Thursday to investigate.

Hall stated that the fire was deemed accidental was caused by a malfunctioning electric water heater in the basement.

Photo Courtesy of the Hometown Fire Company
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Game Commission Conducting Controlled Burn on Friday near Schuylkill/Berks County Line

November 15, 2019, 5:55 am
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On Friday, the PA Game Commission will be conduction a controlled burn near the Schuylkill/Berks County Line.
The Pennsylvania Game Commission will be conducting a 150-acre controlled burn (aka prescribed fire) on State Game Lands 106 in Windsor/Albany Townships, Berks County on Friday, November 15th.

The burn is being conducted to maintain the fire dependent oak forests that are found on SGL 106.

Smoke may be visible on the Blue Mountain north of I-78 and east of SR 61 near Hamburg between the hours of 10:00am and 5:00 pm. Smoke will also be visible when traveling on Route 895 between Deer Lake and New Ringgold between 10:00am and 5:00pm.


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Rush Township Police Investigating Hit and Run at Hometown Farmer's Market

November 15, 2019, 6:14 am
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The Rush Township Police Department is investigating a hit and run that occurred in the parking lot on Wednesday at the Hometown Farmer's Market.


According to Police, On November 13, 2019, the Rush Township Police received a report of a Hit and Run at the Hometown Farmer’s Market.

Sometime between 8:00am and 10:00am, a vehicle that was parked in the lot on the west side of the market area, was struck causing damage to the left tail light, quarter panel, and bumper areas.

There was transfer evidence left indicating that the vehicle was either yellow or brown, and the fleeing vehicle should have damage on the passenger side of the vehicle.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Rush Township Police at (570) 668-4242 or via email at police@rushtownship.org.

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Burglars Steal Almost $5,000 Worth of Items from Rental Home

November 15, 2019, 7:30 am
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The Pennsylvania State Police is investigating an incident where almost $5,000 worth of items were stolen from a rental home in Blythe Township.


According to the Pennsylvania State Police at Frackville, sometime in the last 3 weeks, someone stole items from a home in the 200 Block of Market Street in the village of Cumbola, Blythe Township.

Police say the victim rents the home and stole all of their personal property.

The items listed as stolen were (estimated value listed next to items):

 - Hot tub hard cover - brown - $300.00
 - 8' Brunswick Pool Table - $500.00
 - Billiard Ball Set - $50.00
 - Pool Sticks - $250.00
 - Pool Stick Rack - $50.00
 - Stihl 18" chainsaw - $300.00
 - Yellow and Orange Portable Scaffold - $600.00
 - Window Mount Emerson Air Conditioner - $150.00
 - Assorted Bar Mirrors and Signs - $600.00
 - Gray Portable Electric Space Heater - $50.00
 - 4 Drawer Dresser - $150.00
 - Rubbermaid 10' Garbage Corral - $450.00
 - Dewalt 20V Impact Drill - $200.00
 - Black Portable Dishwasher - $100.00
 - Dewalt 20V Reciprocating Saw - $200.00
 - 4' single tube plug in fluorescent - $120.00
 - 6' Glass Lighted Display Cabinet - $150.00
 - Wooden End Tables - $25.00
 - John Deer Self Propelled Mower - $200.00
 - 17' Collapsable Party Tent - $75.00
 - Assorted Child Toys - $100.00
 - Portable Electric Cement Mixer - $150.00
 - Red Kenmore 700Watt Microwave - $50.00
 - RCA Stereo/Turntable/Cassette - $50.00

Anyone with information on this incident should contact the Pennsylvania State Police at Frackville at (570) 874-5300.
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Pennsylvania Jobless Rate Up in October

November 15, 2019, 8:22 am
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On Friday, the Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) released its employment situation report for October 2019.
Pennsylvania's unemployment rate was up two-tenths of a percentage point from September to 4.2 percent. The national rate was up one-tenth of a percentage point over the month to 3.6 percent. The commonwealth's unemployment rate matched last October's rate while the national rate was down two-tenths of a percentage point over the year.

Pennsylvania's civilian labor force – the estimated number of residents working or looking for work – was up 23,000 over the month to 6,516,000, the fourth straight gain. Employment was up by 13,000 and unemployment rose by 11,000.

The estimated number of jobs in Pennsylvania, referred to as total nonfarm jobs, increased 8,400 over the month to a record high of 6,065,000 in October. Jobs were up in 10 of the 11 industry supersectors. The largest supersector movement from September was a gain of 2,500 professional & business services jobs. Trade, transportation & utilities, education & health services, and professional & business services all rose to record high levels in October.

Over the year, total nonfarm jobs in Pennsylvania were up 34,300 with gains in nine of the 11 supersectors. The largest volume change from last October among supersectors was an increase of 11,300 government jobs, buoyed by gains in all three component sectors (federal, state, and local).

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Schuylkill County Obituaries for 11/16/19

November 15, 2019, 8:34 am
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Schuylkill County Obituaries for 11/16/19

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Gus P."Deano" Konstas, owner of the former Texas Lunch, a six stool Tamaqua institution passed away on Wednesday November 13, 2019 as a guest of Weatherwood Nursing & Rehabilitation Ctr. in Weatherly. Deano resided on West Rowe Street in Tamaqua with his wife of 64 years, Marie E. (Thomas) Konstas. He was 90 years of age.

In addition to his wife he is survived by; daughters, Diane M. Konstas of Mont Alto, Cheryl A. Kabana wife of Ronald of Hometown; sister, Faye Georgies of Tamaqua; brother, Ernie Konstas and his wife Marsha of Edina Minn.; grandchildren, Nicolai and Anthony Kabana; sister-in-laws, June Warner, Joan and Berthamae Konstas; nieces and nephews also survive Deano.

Born in New York the son of the late Peter and Penelope (Papaioannou) Konstas. He was also predeceased by brothers, Louis Peter Konstas, Angie Konstas.

A graduate of Tamaqua High School, Deano retired from the Pennsylvania Turnpike. He served honorably in The Army National Guard for 20 years.

A devoted member of Trinity U.C.C. of Tamaqua. Deano served on the consistory for 12 years, men's brotherhood former president, and was active in the catering society. Deano was a councilman in Tamaqua for 12 years serving as Vice President for 4 of those. He belonged to the Tamaqua Elks, American Hose Fire Company, Tamaqua Jaycees. and supported numerous organizations.

Deano enjoyed hunting and was a talented athlete. He played city league; basketball, baseball, softball and semi - pro football for the Tamaqua Indians. Deano also liked to bowl.

Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the E. Franklin Griffiths Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc. of 655 East Broad Street Tamaqua, Pennsylvania 18252. (570)668-2550

Funeral Services will be held on Tuesday November 19, 2019 at 11 o'clock A.M. from Trinity U.C.C. 22 Lafayette Street Tamaqua, Pennsylvania 18252, Rev. Darryl Kennsinger to officiate. Friends may call on Monday evening at the funeral home from 6 to 8:00 P.M. and on the morning of services in church from 10:00 A.M. until time of worship.

Interment with Military Honors Sky-View Memorial Park Tamaqua, Pennsylvania 18252.

Memorials in his name to:Trinity U.C.C.

Expressions of sympathy or a fond memory may be made by visiting, www.griffithsfuneralhomes.com

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Catherine V. Boran, R.N., 62 of Pottsville passed away peacefully at home Wednesday, Nov 13th with her husband and family at her side after a 6 year battle with cancer.

She was born August 22, 1957 in Philadelphia, a daughter of Mary Clinton Kling, Flourtown and the late Theodore Kling, Esq.

She grew up in Flourtown and spent summers on Cape Cod in Osterville, Mass.

She was a graduate of Mount St. Joseph's Academy and Gwynedd Mercy College with a degree in Nursing.

After graduation she worked as a psychiatric nurse at Eugenia Hospital, a private mental hospital in Montgomery County.

She was married on October 18, 1980 at St. Genevieve Church, Flourtown to Dr. Robert P. Boran, Jr.

After moving to Schuylkill County she worked as an Orthopedic Nurse in her husband practice stopping only to start a family.

She was a member of the Union League of Philadelphia , the spousal Auxiliary to the Board of Directors of the Eastern Orthopedic Association, a spousal member of the Pennsylvania Society, the Schuylkill Country Club and the Schuylkill Medical Society Auxiliary where she worked closely with Mrs. Marian Cooper on the Friendship Committee to the Psychiatric Unit of the Pottsville Hospital.

Surviving in addition to her mother, are her husband, Dr. Robert P. Boran, Jr.; daughters, Katie Dugal and her husband Neil, Ellen and Molly Boran; a brothers, Ted, Neil and Bernard; a sister, Jacqueline; nieces and nephews.

Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Tuesday at 11AM from St. Stephen Roman Catholic Church, Port Carbon, with Msgr. William F. Glosser as celebrant. Family and friends at invited to a viewing at the church from 6-8PM Monday and from 10AM until the time mass Tuesday. Memorial donation can be made to St. Stephen Memorial Fund, C/O 250 E. Hancock St. St. Clair PA, 17970 or Jefferson Office of Institutional Advancement, Sidney Kimmel Cancer Center, 125 S. 9th St. Philadelphia PA, 19107. Interment will follow in St. Stephen Cemetery, Port Carbon.

Arrangements are under the care of James B. Humphrey, F.D., James E. Humphrey Funeral Home, Pottsville.

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

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Margaret J. Mellon, 92, formerly of Morea, passed away peacefully Friday morning at Providence Place, Pottsville with her loving children by her side.

Born at the former Locust Mountain Hospital, Shenandoah, she was the daughter of the late James and Marguerite Goodman Kreitzer.

Margaret was a member of St. Teresa of Calcutta Parish, Mahanoy City.

She was a 1944 graduate of the former Mahanoy Township High School and later earned her associate degree from McCann School of Business, Mahanoy City.

Margaret was very active in the Frackville American Legion Auxiliary, Frackville Elks 1533, Frackville Knights of Columbus 2580 Ladies Auxiliary and the Catholic Daughters of the Americas.

Most of all, Margaret enjoyed traveling with her late husband John on the many cruises they took during their lifetime.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband John F. Mellon in 2015.

Margaret is survived by her son, Drs. John and his wife Christine Mellon, Drums; her daughter Margaret Mary and her husband Robert J. Gownley, Frackville; two grandchildren: Colleen and her husband Viet Hoang; Ann Margaret and her husband Jason Hutira; three great-grandchildren: Lily and Cameron Hoang; Jack Robert Hutira.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10 a.m. on Tuesday November 19th at St. Teresa of Calcutta Church, 600 W. Mahanoy Street Mahanoy City, PA 17948 with Fr. Kevin P. Gallagher, pastor, as the celebrant. Friends are invited to her viewing on Tuesday morning from 8 a.m. until the time of mass at the church. Interment will be in St. Fidelis Catholic Cemetery, Mahanoy City.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made, in Margaret’s name, to Compassus Hospice at 1001 James Drive Suite B-34 Leesport, PA 19533 or to St. Teresa of Calcutta Parish at 600 W. Mahanoy Street Mahanoy City, PA 17948.

Sign the guest book, leave personal condolences and for further information please visit www.thomasmsullivanfuneralhome.com

Thomas M. Sullivan Funeral Home, Frackville is in charge of the arrangements.

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Kathleen M. Sherman, 77, Gordon, passed away peacefully Wednesday evening at her home surrounded by her loving family.

Born in Frackville, she was a daughter of the late Charles and Mary Horan Shaner. Kathy worked as a secretary for Van Heusen clothing manufacturer.

Kathy was a member of St. Vincent dePaul Church, Girardville now St. Charles Borromeo Parish where she was very active as a member of the altar and rosary society.

She was active for over 20 years with Schuylkill Center volunteering with their literacy and pen pal programs.

Most of all, Kathy enjoyed traveling all around the world with her husband Chuck, with whom she just celebrated 54 years of marriage with on October 30th.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother William Shaner.

Kathy is survived by her husband, Charles “Chuck” Sherman, Gordon; her sister Mary McCaffrey, Philadelphia; her sister-in-law Patricia Shaner, Orwigsburg; several nieces, nephews and great nieces and nephews.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. on Monday, November 18th at St. Vincent dePaul Church, Girardville with Fr. Edward B. Connolly as the celebrant. Friends are invited to her viewing at the Thomas M. Sullivan Funeral Home, Girardville on Sunday evening from 5 to 7 p.m. and again on Monday morning from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Interment will be in the parish cemetery, Frackville.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made, in Kathy’s name, to the Ashland Public Library at 1229 Centre Street Ashland, PA 17921 or to a charity of their choice.


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Road Rage Incident on Interstate 81 Leads to Man Shot near Luzerne/Schuylkill County Line

November 15, 2019, 9:31 am
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A road rage incident on Interstate 81 lead to a man being shot on Thursday.


According to the Pennsylvania State Police, around 5:45pm, Thursday, Kenneth Kuras, 56, of Wilkes Barre and James Leiphart, 26, of Warrior Run, were involved in a road rage incident near mile marker 140 on Interstate 81.  This is between the McAdoo Exit and the Greater Hazleton Chamber of Commerce Beltway exits near the Luzerne/Schuylkill County line.

Police say during the altercation, Kuras fired one round from a 9mm handgun and at Leiphart's door and struck him in the right ankle.

Leiphart was transported to an area hospital and later released.

Kuras was locked up in Luzerne County Prison on charges of aggravated assault, terroristic threats, recklessly endangerment and other traffic violations.
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Aaron TIppin, Sammy Kershaw, and Collin Raye bring Roots & Boots Tour to Penn's Peak

November 15, 2019, 10:56 am
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On Friday, Penn’s Peak in Jim Thorpe announced the Roots & Boots Tour featuring Sammy Kershaw, Collin Raye and Aaron Tippin, will make stop on Thursday, June 11, 2020 at 8pm.

Aaron Tippin has crusaded for the working man and woman since he ripped country music wide open with his uncompromising single “You’ve Got To Stand For Something.” His voice continued to ring loud and clear with such hits as “I Wouldn’t Have It Any Other Way”, “There Ain’t Nothin’ Wrong With The Radio”, That’s As Close As I’ll Get To Loving You,” “My Blue Angel” and “Kiss This”. Five of his albums are certified “Gold” and a sixth CD—Read Between The Lines—stands at the “Platinum” level. Tippin’s honest lyrics and direct, impassioned vocals have built a large and devoted audience.

In the course of breaking into the ranks of stardom in country music, Sammy Kershaw has made contributions to more than just the charts. His platinum albums were propelled into the records books by hits such as “She Don’t Know She’s Beautiful,” “I Can’t Reach Her Anymore,” “National Working Woman’s Holiday,” “Love Of My Life,” “Cadillac Style,” “Don’t Go Near The Water,” “Haunted Heart,”…and many other milestones.

Collin Raye is nothing if not passionate. His soulful delivery has set country standards in such searing ballads as “Love, Me,” “In This Life,” “Not That Different” and “If I were you”. Always an energizing showman, he has also blazed through such vivid rockers as “My Kind of Girl,” “That’s My Story,” “I Can Still Feel You” and “I Want You Bad.” With 24 top ten records, 16 #1 hits, and having been a 10 time male vocalist of the year nominee (5 CMA and 5 ACM), this truly electrifying performer of his era remains one of the great voices of our time.

Tickets on sale Friday, November 22nd at 10:00AM at all Ticketmaster outlets, the Penn’s Peak Box Office and Roadies Restaurant and Bar. Penn’s Peak Box Office and Roadies Restaurant ticket sales are walk-up only, no phone orders.

Full Reserved Seating
Premium Reserved Seating: $43.00
Regular Reserved Seating: $39.00

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Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 11/15/19

November 15, 2019, 11:19 am
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Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 11/15/19

Friday - Sunny - High in the Mid 40's
Friday Night - Clear - Low in the Lower 20's

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Saturday - Sunny - High in the Upper 30's
Saturday Night - Clear - Low near 20

Sunday - Clouds and Sun - High near 40
Sunday Night - Rain with Freezing Rain Possible - Low near 30

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Monday - Showers - High near 40
Tuesday - Cloudy - High in the Mid 40's
Wednesday - Clouds and Sun- High in the Mid 40's
Thursday - Cloudy - Showers Late

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WEATHER OUTLOOK:  The week of Thanksgiving looks like it will bring us some snow

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Frackville Mountaineer Pee Wee Team Wins Tri County Championship

November 15, 2019, 11:51 am
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On Sunday, November 10th, 2019, the Frackville Mountaineer Pee Wee team won the Tri County Football Championship.

The game was held at Mahanoy Area with Frackville taking on Shamokin.

The Mountaineers entered the game undefeated and allowing only one touchdown against them all season.

Frackville would go on to blank the Indians for the championship 16-0.

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Governor Wolf Approves NAP Funding for Geisinger to Construct LIFE Center in Minersville

November 15, 2019, 12:07 pm
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On Friday, Governor Tom Wolf announced the approval of $26.5 million in funding through the Neighborhood Assistance Program (NAP) to promote community participation and collaborations among nonprofits, businesses and residents while producing outcomes that assist a distressed area or the low-income population in a neighborhood. The credits will support 197 community revitalization projects across the commonwealth.

“Since taking office, my administration has been focused on the needs of all Pennsylvanians—no matter where they live—by helping them build stronger communities, schools, and business climates,” said Gov. Wolf. “The Neighborhood Assistance Program demonstrates the value of public-private cooperation in ensuring the health of our communities, and the benefits that Pennsylvanians see through these partnerships.”

NAP encourages private sector investment into projects that will help improve distressed communities by providing tax credits to businesses that donate capital to support projects that address neighborhood and community problems. NAP can be used for projects in categories including affordable housing, community services, crime prevention, education, job training, charitable food, blight, special population issues, veteran’s initiatives, and long-term community revitalization.

Of those projects approved, the Geisinger Health Foundation was granted $375,000 to help construct a LIFE Geisinger Health Services facility to be integrated with an affordable rental housing development for seniors 62+ located in Minersville. This facility will be located in a 13,500 gross square foot commercial space on the second floor of the Miners Lofts development. The goal of a LIFE Geisinger facility is to enable frail older adults within a community to continue to live independently in their homes for as long as possible.

The LIFE Center will include the construction of medical office space, examination rooms, patient shower rooms, kitchen, and occupational rehabilitation area.  The Miners Lofts development will complete the adaptive reuse of a former garment factory that has been vacant for over 50 years. At the end of the 13 month construction period, the rehabilitation of this five-story building will have created, in conjunction with a PHFA allocation of 9% Low Income Housing Tax Credits, a garage servicing the entire building located on the first floor; 13,500 gross square feet of commercial space for LIFE Geisinger Health Services to have an independent facility to service the elderly population of this residential community, as well as the elderly population of Minersville Borough; and 30 senior (62+ in age) affordable rental housing units on the three subsequent floors. At the completion of this project, the LIFE Geisinger Health Services facility will create 50 new permanent jobs and will service the almost 1,100 seniors living within the Borough. Additionally, there will be 20-30 temporary construction jobs created by this project.

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Geisinger Researchers Find AI Can Predict Arrhythmia, Death Risk

November 15, 2019, 12:17 pm
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Geisinger researchers have found that artificial intelligence can examine electrocardiogram (ECG) test results to identify patients at risk of developing a potentially dangerous type of arrhythmia with an irregular heartbeat or of dying within a year.

The findings will be presented at the American Heart Association’s Scientific Sessions 2019, to be held November 16-18 in Philadelphia.

In two studies, researchers used more than 2 million ECG test results from archived medical records within the Geisinger system to train deep neural networks — advanced, multi-layered computational structures — to predict irregular heart rhythms, known as atrial fibrillation (AF), before they developed. Atrial fibrillation is associated with an increased risk of heart attack and stroke. The studies are among the first to use artificial intelligence to predict future events from an ECG rather than to detect current health problems.

“This is exciting and provides more evidence that we are on the verge of a revolution in medicine where computers will be working alongside physicians to improve patient care,” said Brandon Fornwalt, M.D., Ph.D., co-senior author on both studies and associate professor and chair of the Department of Imaging Science and Innovation at Geisinger.

In 1.1 million ECGs from more than 237,000 patients who had not yet developed AF, the research team used highly specialized computational hardware to train a deep neural network to analyze 15 segments of data — 30,000 data points — for each ECG. Researchers found that within the top 1 percent of high-risk patients, as predicted by the neural network, 1 out of every 3 people was diagnosed with AF within a year. The model predictions also demonstrated longer term prognostic significance, as the patients predicted to develop AF had a 45 percent higher hazard rate in developing AF over the next 25 years of follow-up compared to the lower risk patients.

“Currently, there are limited methods to identify which patients will develop AF within the next year, which is why, many times, the first sign of AF is a stroke,” said senior author Christopher Haggerty, Ph.D., assistant professor in the Department of Imaging Science and Innovation at Geisinger and co-senior author on both studies. “We hope that this model can be used to identify patients with atrial fibrillation very early so they can be treated to prevent stroke.”

To identify patients most likely to die of any cause within a year, Geisinger researchers analyzed the results of 1.77 million ECGs and other records from almost 400,000 patients. The team used this data to compare machine learning-based models that either directly analyzed the raw ECG signals or relied on aggregated human-derived measures (standard ECG features typically recorded by a cardiologist) and commonly diagnosed disease patterns.

The neural network model that directly analyzed the ECG signals was found to be superior for predicting 1-year risk of death. Surprisingly, the neural network was able to accurately predict risk of death even in patients deemed by a physician to have a normal ECG. Three cardiologists separately reviewed the ECGs that had first been read as normal, and they were generally unable to recognize the risk patterns that the neural network detected, researchers said.

“This is the most important finding of this study,” said Fornwalt, who co-directs Geisinger’s Cardiac Imaging Technology Lab with Haggerty. “This could completely alter the way we interpret ECGs in the future.”

The research was supported in part by funding from the Pennsylvania Department of Health, an American Heart Association Competitive Catalyst Award and the Geisinger Health Plan and Clinic.

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Shenandoah Valley Students Learn Aobut Energy Conservation and Efficient Consumption through STEM

November 15, 2019, 12:19 pm
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This week, as part of the observance of National STEM Day, representatives from the National Energy Foundation (NES) spoke to students from the Shenandoah Valley High School on the topic of energy conservation & efficient consumption.

The presentation was made in conjunction with Pennsylvania Power & Light who provided each of the 100 students with a “Think Energy Take Action Kit.” Each kit contained 4 LED bulbs, an efficient shower head, timer, and aerator and a booklet describing various ways to utilize energy efficiency & reduce costs.

Shown in photo L-R: Brooke Welna, NES Rep Robert Penkala, SV Science teacher Christine Horwhat, NES Rep Gene Shultz. & Angelique Zamudio

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Road Work Announced for Schuylkill County - 11/18 through 11/22

November 15, 2019, 12:58 pm
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Road Work Announced for Schuylkill County 


Various road projects announced for November 18th, 2019 through November 22nd, 2019

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Butler & New Castle Townships
Road name:  Interstate 81
Between:  Exit 119 (Highridge Park Road) and Exit 124 (PA 61)
Type of work:  Construction
Work being done by:  PennDOT Contractor
Type of restriction:  Daytime
Restriction:  Lane restriction northbound 7 AM to 6 PM, southbound 12 PM to 6 PM.
Start date:  11/21/19
Est completion date:  11/21/19
Restrictions in effect (time of day):  07:00 AM To 06:00 PM
Will rain cause delays?  Yes

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Ryan and Mahanoy Township
Road name:  Interstate 81
Between:  Exit 124 (PA 61) and Exit 131 (PA 54)
Type of work:  Crack Sealing
Work being done by:  PennDOT Maintenance Forces
Type of restriction:  Daytime
Restriction:  Lane restriction both directions.
Start date:  11/18/19
Est completion date:  11/21/19
Restrictions in effect (time of day):  07:00 AM To 03:00 PM
Will rain cause delays?  No
 
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Rush Township
Road name:  PA 54
Between:  Lake Road and Tippetts Road
Type of work:  Drainage
Work being done by:  PennDOT Maintenance Forces
Type of restriction:  Daytime
Restriction:  No lane closure, There will be flagging, No Detours, There will be anticipated delays
Start date:  11/18/19
Est completion date:  11/22/19
Restrictions in effect (time of day):  07:00 AM To 03:00 PM
Will rain cause delays?  No
 
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Mahanoy Township
Road name:  Interstate 81
Between:  Exit 124 (PA 61) and Exit 131 (PA 54)
Type of work:  Bridge Repair
Work being done by:  PennDOT Maintenance Forces
Type of restriction:  Daytime
Restriction:  Lane restriction.
Start date:  11/18/19
Est completion date:  11/18/19
Restrictions in effect (time of day):  07:00 AM To 03:00 PM
Will rain cause delays?  No
 
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North Manheim Township, Wayne Township, Cressona Borough
Road name:  PA 183
Between:  Berks County Line and PA 61
Type of work:  Crack Sealing
Work being done by:  PennDOT Maintenance Forces
Type of restriction:  Daytime
Restriction:  Lane restriction.
Start date:  11/19/19
Est completion date:  12/6/19
Restrictions in effect (time of day):  07:00 AM To 03:00 PM
Will rain cause delays?  No
 
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West Penn Township
Road name:  PA 309
Between:  Clamtown Road and East Penn Drive
Type of work:  Drainage
Work being done by:  PennDOT Maintenance Forces
Type of restriction:  Daytime
Restriction:  Lane restriction.
Start date:  11/18/19
Est completion date:  11/19/19
Restrictions in effect (time of day):  07:00 AM To 03:00 PM
Will rain cause delays?  Yes
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District XI and PIAA High School Football Playoff Scores - 11/15/19

November 15, 2019, 6:38 pm
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District XI and PIAA High School Football Playoff Scores - 11/15/19

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Friday, November 15th, 2019

1A
Lackawanna Trail - 44
Williams Valley - 30

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Tamaqua Area - 47
Pope John Paul II - 21 


Saturday, November 16th, 2019

 4A - Pottsville vs. Allentown Central Catholic @ Northern Lehigh (District XI Championship)

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HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL: Lackawanna Trail Ends Williams Valley's Season

November 15, 2019, 8:06 pm
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Williams Valley's high school football season came to end after a loss to Lackawanna Trail.


The two teams met Friday night on neutral turf at Ghosh Orthodontics Field at Spartan Stadium in Fountain Springs for the first round of the PIAA State Playoffs.

The teams were very evenly matched on paper and on the field.

The Lions and the Vikings went score for score for the first half the game.  It wasn't until the end of the second quarter when time ran out that Williams Valley was unable to score and fell behind.

At the half, the score was 28-22.

At the start of the second half, the Vikings scored first taking the lead 30-28, but after a blocked punt led to a Lions score, the Vikings were unable to find the endzone.

Final score, 44-30 and Lackwanna Trail moves on.















































































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Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 11/16/19

November 16, 2019, 5:52 am
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Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 11/16/19

Saturday - Sunny - High in the Upper 30's
Saturday Night - Clear - Low near 20

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Sunday - Clouds and Sun - High near 40
Sunday Night - Showers Overnight- Low near 30



Monday - Showers - High near 40
Monday Night - Showers - Low near 30

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Tuesday - Cloudy - High in the Mid 40's
Wednesday - Clouds and Sun- High in the Mid 40's
Thursday - Cloudy - Showers Late - High near 50
Friday - Morning Showers - High in the Mid 40's
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WEATHER OUTLOOK:  The week of Thanksgiving looks like it will bring us some snow

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Shenandoah Police File Charges on Two Men Who Pulled Fire Alarm Overnight

November 16, 2019, 6:37 am
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Shenandoah Police filed charges on two men they say pulled a fire alarm in the borough early Saturday.

According to police, on Saturday, November 16, 2019, at 1:11am, officers on patrol were alerted to the town's fire alarm, blowing box 23, indicating the intersection of South main and Oak Streets.

Officers quickly arrived in this area and were directed by a male hanging the towns Christmas lights that two males wearing black jackets pulled the alarm and ran off towards West Centre Street. 

Officers located two males at the intersection of West Centre and South Jardin Streets. 

The males were both out of breathe. 

The males were identified as Rafael A. Torres 31, and Angel Torres 36, both of Shenandoah. 

Shenandoah Police filed misdemeanor charges on both for false Alarms , Reckless Endangering another person , Disorderly conduct , and Public Drunkeness. 

A Misdemeanor charge of resisting arrest was also filed on Torres.
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Deer to Blame for Butler Township Crash Friday Morning

November 16, 2019, 9:56 am
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A deer is to blame for a crash near Fountain Springs, Butler Township, on Friday morning.


According to the Pennsylvania State Police at Frackville, the crash occurred on Fountain Street near the intersection with Malone's Road around 9:00am.

According to Police, two vehicles, one driven by Kelly Brensinger, 25, of Locustdale and the other driven by Jeffrey Fago, 41, of Ashland, were travelling south on Fountain Street, Route 61, when Fago slowed and came to a stop due to a deer crossing.

Brensinger then rear ended Fago.

No injuries were reported but both vehicles required towing from the scene.

 
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VOLLEYBALL: Nativity BVM Defeated in Class A State Final

November 16, 2019, 10:07 am
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Nativity BVM came up short in the the PIAA Class A Final in Mechanicsburg on Saturday.
Northern Cambria defeated Nativity 3-0 (25-14, 25-18, 31-29) to win the State Title.

Great season Green Wave!

We will have coverage and photos from the game later.
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