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State Police Investigate the Theft of Catalytic Converters from a Used Car Lot near Pottsville

July 3, 2020, 9:18 pm
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The Pennsylvania State Police at Schuylkill Haven are investigating the theft of 4 catalytic converters from vehicles on the lot of Northeast Auto Liquidators, located along Route 61 southbound in North Manheim Township near Pottsville.

Police say the thefts occurred between June 29th, 2020 at 5:00pm and June 30th, 2020 at 9:00am and were all Ford Catalytics converters. 

They were stolen from a 2011 Ford, a 2001 Winnebago, 2004 Gulf Stream, and another Ford.

Anyone with information on this incident is asked to contact the Pennsylvania State Police at Schuylkill Haven at (570) 754-4600.
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Over Two Dozen Cats Seized from Property in Valley View

July 4, 2020, 10:44 am
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Over two dozen cats were seized from a property on Friday in Valley View.

According to Hillside SPCA officials, 27 cats were seized from the shed of a home in the 100 unit block of South Fairlane Road, Valley View, in Hegins Township late Friday.

Officials said that an anonymous tip was received about cats that were being locked in a shed on the property.  A humane officer investigated the incident earlier Friday and through a shed window, was able to see a cat in distress.

The findings were reported to Hegins Township Police that obtained a search warrant and police along with Hillside SPCA responded to the property late Friday.

According to Tricia Moyer-Mentzer, of the Hillside SPCA, 27 living cats were seized from the shed along with 3 umbilical deceased baby cats, and 2 1/2 carcasses.  One other cat died while on the way to the veterinarian.

Moyer-Mentzer said that the cats were locked in the shed and unable to escape.

"The temperature inside the shed was probably over 100 degrees, it was just horrible" said Moyer-Mentzer.

Hegins Township Police said charges will be announced once the investigation was complete.  As of midday Saturday, no information was available.

Moyer-Mentzer also said this was nothing like she has ever seen before, "As for cats in a shed, this is a new one,  we have seen people hoard cats in their home but cats that appear to be feral in cats.  It's going to be quite the undertaking to get them back to the shelter with several appear to be pregnant and other missing some if not all of their fur."

The Hillside SPCA is looking for donations to help with food and care for the cats.  Anyone wishing to donate can contact them by calling (570) 622-7769.









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Building Begins to Collapse Overnight in Mahanoy City

July 4, 2020, 10:50 am
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After years of deterioration, a building in Mahanoy City began to collapse overnight.

Around 12:00am, Saturday, fire personnel were called to the intersection of Maple and Main Streets in Mahanoy City for a possible structure collapse.

Crews at the scene found the roof of the old Sheehan Beer Distributor had collapsed to the second floor.

Street crews closed Maple Street early Saturday and roped off the area that will be in place until further notice due to debris falling into the street.
No injuries were reported during the collapse.

According to Mahanoy City Code Enforcement Officer Bill Killian, the building is owned by Goldstein Couriers, LLC, out of Baltimore, Maryland who has owned the property since 2015 from a tax sale.  

Killian said that numerous notices of violations have been sent to the property owners and have been cited for the dangerous building conditions and have failed to respond to any hearing notices.

Responding to the incident were the Mahanoy City Police Department, West End Fire of Mahanoy City, Borough Fire Chief Dan Markiewicz, PPL, and the Mahanoy City Street Department.

Fire Chief Markiewicz and Code Enforcement Officer Killian remained on scene until about 3:00am, Saturday.

As of 10:30am, Saturday, additional debris laid in the area around the structure and the walls continued to bow.

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Body Found near Schuylkill/Northumberland County Line Saturday Morning

July 4, 2020, 6:12 pm
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State Police on Saturday said the body of a deceased person was found in Northumberland County.

According to the State Police at Stonington, around 8:45am, Saturday, a report was received of a deceased individual found in a wooded area near Bates Road, in East Cameron Township, just west of Helfenstein near the Schuylkill/Northumberland County line.

Members of the State Police Troop FSU responded to the scene as part of the investigation.

Investigators were at the scene most of the day and as of 6:00pm Saturday, the identity of the victim has not been released.

The Northumberland County Coroner and a Deputy Coroner were also at the scene as well as many other Northumberland County Fire Companies.

The investigation is still ongoing.

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Girardville Police Take Ashland Man into Custody on Warrant

July 4, 2020, 10:57 pm
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Girardville Police took an Ashland man into custody early Sunday.

According to Girardville Police, on the morning of Sunday, July 5th, 2020 around 12:30am,. Girardville officers took Jorge A Henriquez, 24, of Ashland Pa into custody on a active warrant. 

Henriquez was transported and lodged in Schuylkill County Prison.
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Skook News Obituaries for 07/04/2020

July 4, 2020, 11:10 pm
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Skook News Obituaries for 07/04/2020


Obituaries for Schuylkill County and the surrounding areas.

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Thomas (Tom) M. Dower, 73, of Turkey Run, Shenandoah, passed away Thursday July 3rd peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family and his loving wife Robin with whom he just celebrated 25 years of marriage on June 3rd.

Tom was born in Shenandoah on January 19th, 1947, son of the late Thomas and Blanche (Yockachonis) Dower.

Tom graduated from Shenandoah Catholic and then went onto serving his country as a Marine during the Vietnam War. He had worked many years in the coal industry as a heavy equipment operator, recently retiring from Jeddo Coal Company Hazleton. He was the proud owner and operator of the “Celebrity Room” Frackville.

He was a member of the former Annunciation BVM Church Shenandoah.

Tom is survived by his wife Robin, a brother Joseph, husband of Joann, of Morea, 2 daughters Christina Dower of Wilkes Barre, Michelle Joline of Ashland , a son Thomas Jr. of Mahanoy City, three step daughters, Nicole Russell of Frackville, Lorrie Bindie of Shenandoah and Corrie DiNofa of Primros and by 20 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren, and his German Shepherd Cinder.

Tom is preceded in death by a brother Leonard Dower, a sister Jean Boyle, and a daughter Tracey (Guerrero) Dower and his best friend “Duke”.

Interment will be private at the Fort Indiantown Gap National Cemetery Annville PA.

Louis D. Truskowsky Funeral Home & Crematory Inc. Mahanoy City is in charge of arrangements. Visit www.truskowskyfuneralhome.com to sign the guest book and send sympathy cards.

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Robert J. Garland, age 83, of Pottsville, PA passed away with his loving family by his side on Thursday, July 2nd, 2020 at his home.

Born in Schuylkill Haven, PA on September 24, 1936, he was the son of the late George and Caroline (Sinko) Garland.

Bob was a graduate of Pottsville High School, Class of 1955. He served in the US Army Reserves. Bob worked as a Police Officer for the Pottsville Police Department for 26 years until retiring in 1994.

He was of the Protestant Faith. Bob was a lifetime member of the West End Hose Company No.7 in Pottsville, the American Motorcycle Club, and the Faternal Order of Police Lodge No.44. Bob was an avid golfer and fisherman..

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by four brothers: Clarence and Joseph Frasnelli, Edward Mistishun, and Arthur Garland, and a sister Jean Haag.

Bob is survived by his wife of 60 years, Dorothy M. (Miller) Garland, Pottsville; two daughters: Denise L. Garland and her husband James Hannaway, Pittsburgh and Cheryl L. Muncy and her husband Gregory, Schuylkill Haven; a son David J. Garland and his wife Donna, Schuylkill Haven; four grandchildren: Ryan Muncy and his wife Amanda, Hayden Muncy, Devon Muncy, and Zachary Garland; a great-granddaughter Abigail; a great-grandson Maddox; a sister Judy Garland, Pottsville; and nieces and nephews.

Services and Interment will be held private.

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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Brandon Robert Hancock, 22, of Shenandoah, passed away at the Geisinger Medical Center, Danville, surrounded by his family on Wednesday, July 1st as a result of a motorcycle accident.

Born on June 5, 1998, he was the son of Robert William Hancock and Barbara (Grigas) Hancock, both of Shenandoah.

Brandon was a 2017 graduate of Shenandoah Valley High School and enjoyed his work for Local 542 of the operating engineers.

Brandon was an outgoing, lovable person who enjoyed spending his time with his friends, running heavy equipment, and driving his Can-Am.

He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Robert Andrew Hancock, his grandmother, Rose Shaffer, his grandfather, Stanley “Skip” Grigas, and his childhood dog, Georgie.

He is survived by his parents, father Robert W. Hancock, mother Barbara (Grigas) Hancock, his 2 siblings, Robert Joseph Hancock and his wife Tiffani, and Brenna Hancock, nephews – Ethan and Asher Hancock, grandparents- Judy Hartzell Syzdek and Paul Syzdek, and William Shaffer, along with many aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends.

Brandon’s life will live on through those who will receive the gift of life from his selfless act of donating his organs.

A visitation for family and friends will be held on Saturday, July 11th from 7am to 11am at the Oravitz Home for Funerals Inc, 40 N. Jardin St, Shenandoah with Scripture Services at 11am conducted by Pastor Jack Murray.

Contributions in Brandon’s memory may be made to the Children’s Miracle Network care of the Janet Weis Children’s Hospital by clicking the link below:

www.geisinger.org/sites/cmn

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Hegins Township Police Continue to Investigate Mistreated Cats

July 5, 2020, 11:11 am
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Late Saturday, the Hegins Township Police released the details of the investigation at a home in Hegins Township where over two dozen cats were found locked in a shed.

According to Hegins Township Police Chief Beau Yarmush, on Friday July 3, 2020 at approximately 2:20pm, Hegins Township Police were requested to assist Hillside SPCA with an investigation at a residence on South Fairlane Road in Valley View.  Hillside SPCA received a complaint two days prior regarding cats living in unsanitary conditions.  Police responded to the residence on South Fairlane Road in Valley View and met with SPCA personnel. 

In the course of the investigation police learned that on the property of the residence located on South Fairlane Road there was a shed that contained numerous kittens and cats which were living in an extremely unsanitary condition.  Some of the cats had obvious medical conditions: some cats had eye infections, some cats were under-weight, and some cats were infested with fleas.  Two deceased kittens were also viewed inside of the shed. 

SGT. Dillman of the Hegins Township Police obtained a search warrant for the shed from Magisterial District Judge Bayer. 

A total of 10 kittens and 16 cats were rescued from the shed. Decomposed cat carcasses were removed from the shed as well.  One  kitten rescued from the shed succumbed to its injuries at the scene of the investigation.

Hegins Township Police continue to investigate the incident.

Additional details and photos from the scene Friday.

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Rush Township Police Release List of Individuals Wanted on Active Warrants

July 5, 2020, 11:29 am
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The Rush Township Police Department has released a list of active arrest warrants wanted by their department. 

It is advised that the wanted people contact the Rush Township Police and turn themselves in. 

Anyone with information regarding the whereabouts of any fugitive listed are also urged to contact the Rush Township Police at (570) 668-4242 or email at police@rushtownship.org. 

All calls will be kept in confidence.

Details regarding the individuals and their warrants follow below.

- Eric Collers, age 46 misdemeanor warrant DUI (No Photo)



-John Dundore, age 48 felony warrant Theft of Leased Property


-Korey Gruver, age 31 felony warrant Theft of Leased Property


-Stanley Haydt, age 49 felony warrant Retail Theft


-Stephen McDonough, age 42 misdemeanor warrant Theft of Leased Property (No Photo)


-Brian Reynolds, age 56 misdemeanor warrant DUI


-Nethanial Shea, age 38 misdemeanor warrant Retail Theft


-Veronica Vergara, age 31 felony warrant Theft of Leased Property(No Photo)

-Brett Welsh, age 33 felony warrant Theft of Leased Property(No Photo)

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Family Asking for Help Finding Missing Teen from Schuylkill Haven

July 5, 2020, 11:54 am
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The family of a teen from Schuylkill Haven is asking for help locating her.

According to the family of Isabella Cruz, 17, of Schuylkill Haven, she has been missing since Wednesday, July 1st, 2020 and has not had contact with her family since.

Cruz is described as 5'2" tall with long red hair and a "figure 8" snake tattoo on her right forearm.

Cruz was reportedly last spotted in Port Carbon/St. Clair area on July 3rd, 2020 as well as Ashland.

Anyone with information on her whereabouts is asked to contact the Schuylkill Haven Police at (570) 385-9111.





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Skook News Obituaries for 07/05/2020

July 5, 2020, 8:51 pm
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Obituaries for Schuylkill County and the surrounding areas.

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Frederick L. Schrader, 67, of Pottsville St., Cressona, formerly of Pine Grove, passed away on Wednesday, July 1, 2020 at home.

Born on September 20, 1952 in Pottsville, he was a son of the late Fred L. and Mary M. Leffler Schrader.

He was a 1971 graduate of Pine Grove High School.
Frederick was a knitter at Gold Mills, Pine Grove.

Preceding him in death were two sisters, Betty Boyer and Helen Unger.

Surviving are two sisters, Catherine Wolff and Verna Sanders, both of Pine Grove, nieces and nephews.
Graveside Services and interment will be held on Tuesday, July 14, 2020 at 10:00 A.M. at St. Matthew's Lutheran Cemetery with Pastor Barry Spatz officiating. 

The H. L. Snyder Funeral Home, Inc. Pine Grove is in charge of arrangements.

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Kevin T. Heard, 36, Hot Springs, AR, passed away unexpectedly Tuesday June 30th in Frackville.

Funeral Services will be held at the convenience of the family.

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Mary A. Wargo, age 86, of Mahanoy City, died Thursday at Ridgeview Healthcare and Rehabilitation in Shenandoah. 

Born at the former Locust Mountain Hospital she was the daughter of the late Andrew and Anna (Klipola) Makar Sr.. She was educated in Mahanoy City schools and worked in the local garment factory's having last worked for Morgan Knitting Mills in Hometown. She was a member of St. Teresa of Calcutta Church in Mahanoy City and the sodality of the former Assumption BVM Church. 

Preceding her in death in addition to her parents were her husband Robert "Bob" Wargo, a brother Andrew Makar Jr. and a sister Helen Forgotch. She is survived by nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews. 

Relatives and friends are invited to attend religious and graveside services on Wednesday morning at 11 AM at Sky View Memorial Park in Hometown. The Rev. Fred T. Crawford will officiate. 

In lieu of flowers contributions in Mary's name to St. Teresa of Calcutta Church, 614 W. Mahanoy Ave., Mahanoy City, PA 17948 or Christ Lutheran Church , PO Box 4, Mahanoy City PA 17948 would be appreciated by the family. 

David D. Jarrett Funeral Home of Mahanoy City is in charge of arrangements. Please visit www.jarrettfuneralhome.com for more information.

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Robert C. "Rock" Wagner Jr., age 57, of Mahanoy City passed away Saturday. 

David D. Jarrett Funeral Home of Mahanoy City will announce arrangements. 

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Anna M. Palavage, affectionately known as Sissy, 90, of Shenandoah, passed away on Saturday, July 4th at the Shenandoah Senior Living Community, where she was cared for by a loving and devoted staff.

Born in Shenandoah on October 11th, 1929, she was the daughter of the late Andrew and Margaret (Swingle) Palavage. Anna worked in the local garment industry for many years and was a member of the ILGWU. She was also a lifelong member of the former St. George’s Roman Catholic Church in Shenandoah.

She was preceded in death by her twin brother, Andrew “Cookie” Palavage, 4 sisters, Mary Kubilis, Florence Rudolph, Ruth Paulonis, and Margaret Pape. Anna was the last member of her immediate family.

Surviving are her niece and caregiver, Darlene Kubilis with her husband Bobby, several nieces and nephews, and her sister-in-law, Carol Palavage.

Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated privately with family on Wednesday, July 8th at 10am in Divine Mercy Parish, 218 W. Cherry St, Shenandoah and will be officiated by Msgr. Ronald Bocian. Interment will follow in Our Lady of Fatima Cemetery, Shenandoah Heights.

Oravitz Home for Funerals Inc, Shenandoah are handling the arrangements.

To offer condolences please visit: www.oravitzhomeforfunerals.com


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Man in Custody After State Police Stop Burglary in Progress in Brandonville

July 6, 2020, 6:59 am
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A man is locked up in prison after he was caught by police burglarizing a business in Brandonville.

According to the Pennsylvania State Police at Frackville, on Wednesday, July 1st, 2020 around 12:15am, troopers were dispatched to Nordic Tool and Die on Main Boulevard in Brandonville, East Union Township for a report of a burglary in progress.

A neighbor had noticed a red SUV parked next to the business.  It was reported to police that a male exited the vehicle and used a pallet that was placed on top of an air conditioning unit to gain access to the roof.

As police arrived, they found they found a Red GMC Envoy parked beside the building.  Police then noticed Gregory Fritsch, 30, of Ringtown exiting the front door of the building, where he was taken into custody.

A search of the building found that the roof entree door was broken into pieces and multiple bags were found outside the roof door.  A search of Fritsch led to the finding of a screwdriver and gloves.

Fritsch was arraigned by Magisterial District Judge Rossi on charges of burglary, criminal trespass, theft, possessing instruments of a crime, and criminal mischief and locked up in Schuylkill County Prison on $25,000 cash bail. Fritsch later posted bail on Thursday, July 2nd, 2020.

A preliminary hearing is scheduled for July 9th, 2020 before MDJ Rossi.
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Police Investigating Stolen Vehicle in North Manheim Township

July 6, 2020, 8:03 am
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The Pennsylvania State Police at Schuylkill Haven are investigating a stolen vehicle in North Manheim Township.

According to police, a dark blue 2001 Volkswagen Passat was stolen from the parking lot of a church along Route 61 South in North Manheim Township between 10:00am on July 3rd, 2020 and 1:00am on July 4th, 2020.

Anyone with information on the incident is asked to contact the Pennsylvania State Police at Schuylkill Haven at (570) 754-4600.
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Schuylkill County Controller Christy Joy Announces Resignation

July 6, 2020, 10:01 am
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On Monday morning, Schuylkill County Controller Christy Joy announced his resignation that will occur on July 7th, 2020.

Joy made the announced, Monday, and in a statement said, he has agreed to a position with Heim Construction in Orwigsburg.

"I agreed taking this position would be best for my family." said Joy.

In his statement Joy said, "In my time as Controller, I worked with the Commissioners and Row Officers to strengthen internal controls, increase efficiencies, uncover irregularities, and provide increased transparency. During my first term, my peers elected me to the Pennsylvania Association of County Controllers and unanimously elected me as President. Fortunately, in 2015 payroll was brought back to the Controller’s Office. The IRS conducted an audit of payroll and 1099s. They determined that not another dime was owed by the County. In 2014, I liaised with the State Police, the Auditor General and the FBI in an investigation of a former Clerk of Courts who has since pled guilty and is awaiting sentencing. I used the Berk’s County Template to make the Friendly Understandable Financial Statements to bring increased understanding of complex financial information."

He also thanked those who he worked with in the Schuylkill County government.  "I want to thank my staff in the Controller’s Office for their dedicated and professional service. I will never forget their support and tireless efforts. I also want to thank all County officials, administration, department heads and employees whose cooperation was invaluable. Finally, I want to thank the people of Schuylkill County and all those who have supported me over the years. I truly value my service as County Controller as one of the most rewarding experiences of my life."

Joy, a Republican, was elected to the County Controller's position in 2011 and began his first time in January of 2012.

As Controller, Joy was also a member of the County's Salary, Retirement, and Prison Boards.
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WEATHER ALERT: Severe Thunderstorm Watch Issued for Schuylkill County

July 6, 2020, 11:05 am
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The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch for Southeastern Pennsylvania for Monday and into Monday evening.

A SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WATCH IS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11:00 PM FOR THE FOLLOWING COUNTIES

ADAMS 
BERKS 
BUCKS 
CARBON 
CHESTER 
DAUPHIN 
DELAWARE 
LANCASTER 
LEBANON 
LEHIGH 
LUZERNE 
MONROE 
MONTGOMERY 
NORTHAMPTON 
PHILADELPHIA 
SCHUYLKILL 
YORK

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Two Injured in Crash on Route 924 in Shenandoah on Friday

July 6, 2020, 1:25 pm
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Two people were taken to the hospital with injuries after a crash in Shenandoah on Friday.

According to the Pennsylvania State Police at Frackville, the crash occurred on Friday, July 3rd, 2020 just after 1:00pm on South Main Street/Route 924 on the south end of the borough.

Police say the crash occurred as Sonya Knapp, 24, of Shenandoah, was travelling south on Route 924 and attempted to pass in a no passing zone while second vehicle, driven by Peter Bridy, 37, of Mount Carmel was attempting to make a left turn into the Valero Gas Station.

Knapp's Chevrolet Equinox struck Bridy's Jeep Grand Cherokee, then continued and struck the nearby bridge.

Both vehicles sustained disabling damage.

Knapp and a passenger in her vehicle, Jessica Knapp, 45, of Shenandoah sustained minor injuries and were taken to an area hospital via Shenandoah Ambulance.

Bridy, and two other passengers including a 1 year old that was properly secured were not injured.

Assisting police at the scene were the Rescue Hook and Ladder of Shenandoah, Columbia Fire Company, and West Mahanoy Township Police.


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Schuylkill County Police Log for 07/06/2020

July 6, 2020, 2:22 pm
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Schuylkill County Police Log for 07/06/2020

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Three Caught Trespassing on Schuylkill County Municipal Authority Property

According to the Pennsylvania State Police at Frackville, on June 21st, 2020, around 5:00pm, Troopers were calls to an area along Route 61 in New Castle Township owned by the Schuylkill County Municipal Authority.  

Police investigated and found that three males caused $3,400 in damage to a front entry gate to the property.

Troopers will be filing charges against the three for the incident.  

Damage is estimated at $3,427.00

State Police did not release the identities but did release their ages as 27, 23, and 24.

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Pottsville Woman Facing Drug Charges After Traffic Stop

According to the Pennsylvania State Police at Frackville, on Saturday, July 4th, 2020 around 11:10pm, troopers conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle driven by Katherine Aitken, 29, of Pottsville on South Altamont Boulevard/Mall Road in Ryan Township.

Aitken was found to be in possession of a small amount of marijuana, a controlled substance, and drug paraphernalia.

Charges are to be filed.

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Man with Active Bench Warrant Found Sleeping on Back Porch

According to the Pennsylvania State Police at Frackville,  on Friday, July 3rd, 2020, around 9:30pm, a New Philadelphia woman called to report that a 26 year old Port Carbon man was asleep on her back porch.  The woman, who knew the man, asked him to leave but didn't.  Police arrived and took the man into custody for the active warrant.

The man was also found to be in possession of marijuana.

Criminal charges will be filed through Magisterial District Judge David Plachko's office.

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State Police Investigate Damage to Vehicle in Ashland

The Pennsylvania State Police at Frackville are investigating criminal mischief in Ashland that occurred on June 20th, 2020 around 1:30am on Chesnut Street.

Police say a white male took a bicycle and threw it at a Suburu Crosstrek causing minor damage.

The suspect then ran from the scene.

State Police continue to investigate.  Anyone with information is asked to contact police at (570) 874-5300.

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Police Investigate Identity Theft

According to the Pennsylvania State Police at Schuylkill Haven, on June 18th, 2020 around 8:00am, troopers were dispatched to a Tremont resident that reported that someone attempted to change the victim's address on stocks that she owns.

State Police continue to investigate.

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Police Investigate Identity Theft Using Unemployment Claim

The Pennsylvania State Police at Schuylkill Haven are investigating a report of someone filing an unemployment claim under the name of someone else.

Police say a South Manheim Township woman reported the identity theft on May 23rd, 2020. 

The investigation is ongoing into the incident.

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Restaurant Door Damaged in Cressona

According to the Pennsylvania State Police at Schuylkill Haven, between June 25th, 2020 at 5:00pm and June 26th, 2020 at 10:30am, someone broke the door knob off of an exterior door at a restaurant on Pottsville Street in Cressona.

The suspect or suspects also cut a hole in a screen window next to the door.

Anyone with information on the incident is asked to contact the Pennsylvania State Police at Schuylkill Haven at (570) 754-4600.

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Luzerne County Man Found with Drug Paraphernalia in Pottsville

According to the Pennsylvania State Police at Schuylkill Haven, on July 3rd, 2020 around 9:20am, troopers initiated a traffic stop on a 28 year old man from Beaver Meadows on South Claude A Lord Boulevard and South Centre Streets in Pottsville.

An investigation led to the finding of drug paraphernalia.

Charges are to be filed.

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Mailbox Damaged in Norwegian Township

According to the Pennsylvania State Police at Schuylkill Haven, on June 27th, 2020 around 10:00pm, some used a blunt object and damaged a mailbox on Seltzer Road in Norwegian Township.

Anyone with information on the incident is asked to contact the Pennsylvania State Police at Schuylkill Haven at (570) 754-4600.

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Police Investigate Damaged Flower Bed in Cressona

According to the Pennsylvania State Police at Schuylkill Haven, on June 28th, 2020 around midnight, someone pulled out several flowers in front of a home on Judy Drive in Cressona.

Anyone with information on the incident is asked to contact the Pennsylvania State Police at Schuylkill Haven at (570) 754-4600.

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WEATHER ALERT: Flood Advisory Issued for Schuylkill County

July 6, 2020, 2:32 pm
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The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Advisory for the Northeastern communities of Schuylkill County.

Flood Advisory for...
Northeastern Schuylkill County in central Pennsylvania...

* Until 715 PM EDT.

* At 522 PM EDT, Doppler radar indicated heavy rain due to a line of training thunderstorms that extended from Nuremburg to McAdoo and Tamaqua. This will cause minor flooding in the advisory area. Up to two inches of rain has already fallen.

* Some locations that will experience flooding include...
Tamaqua, Mcadoo, Hometown, Oneida, Grier City-Park Crest, Delano, Nuremburg, Sheppton, Brandonville, Coaldale, Snyders and Kelayres.

Additional rainfall of 1 to 2 inches is expected over parts of the advisory area. This additional rain will result in minor flooding.

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WEATHER ALERT: Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Schuylkill County

July 6, 2020, 2:37 pm
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The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Schuylkill County.

Severe Thunderstorm Warning for...
Northeastern Schuylkill County in central Pennsylvania...

* Until 630 PM EDT.

* At 531 PM EDT, a severe thunderstorm was located over Tamaqua, and moving southeast at 5 mph.

HAZARD...60 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail.

SOURCE...Radar indicated.

IMPACT...Hail damage to vehicles is expected. Expect wind damage to trees, roofs, and siding.

* Locations impacted include...
Tamaqua, Hometown, Grier City-Park Crest, Coaldale and Snyders.

This includes the following COVID-19 Test Sites...
West Penn Medical Center.
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Skook News Obituaries for 07/06/2020

July 7, 2020, 5:26 am
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Dean Andrew Boe, 55, of Hegins, passed away Wednesday, July 1, at his best friend and companions' home in Minersville.

Born Aug. 26, 1964, in Pottsville, he was a son of Edith (Schneck) Boe, of Pine Grove, and Paul Boe, of Hegins.

Dean was a graduate of Pine Grove High School and Penn State University, where he received an associates degree in micro computer engineering. He served in the Army with the Army Rangers and worked for various companies as an electrical engineer.

In addition to his parents, he is survived by his four daughters; brother, Timothy Boe, Schuylkill Haven; best friend and companion, Michelle O'Brien, Minersville; his dogs, Edison and Einstein.

Any donations may be given to the donors charity of choice . Private interment will be held in Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, Annville.

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Jacquelin L. Bain Buecker, 77, of Pine Grove, passed away on Saturday, July 4, 2020 in the Tremont Health & Rehab Center.

Born on June 1, 1943 in Kingston, PA, she was a daughter of the late Alfred "Jack" and Marie Devens Bain.

She was a 1961 graduate of Pine Grove High School and a 1963 graduate of Central Penn Business School in Harrisburg

Jacquelin worked as a Medical Transcriptionist for 35 years at the Pottsville Hospital and a secretary for 8 years for Dr. Richard Bindie.

Surviving are a son, Darrin Adams of Melbourne, FL; two grandchildren, Jason Adams and Nicole Adams; two great grandchildren, Tyson and Alivia Adams.

Graveside Services and Interment will be held on Tuesday, July 14, 2020 at 1:30 P.M. in Manbeck's Cemetery, 73 Wild Cherry Rd., Schuylkill Haven with Pastor Barry Spatz officiating.

In lieu of flowers, the family would prefer contributions be made to the Susan G. Komen for Cancer Research; Susan G. Komen, 5005 LBJ Freeway Suite 526, Dallas, TX 75244 in her memory.

The H. L. Snyder Funeral Home, Inc., Pine Grove is in charge of arrangements and you may send condolences online at www.hlsnyderfuneralhome.com

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Eugene F. O’Brien, 70, of Minersville, passed away at home in the presence of family after a brief illness.

Born on October 13, 1949 in Pottsville, he was a son of the late James O’Brien and Alice Baumer O’Brien Hughes. He attended Minersville schools and was self-employed as a contractor, operating as E. O’Brien Contracting and also owned Shamrock Manufacturing.

Preceding him in death was his wife of 32 years, Georgine A. O’Brien, on June 27; two brothers, Robert “Lynn” O’Brien and James “Britz” O’Brien.

Eugene is survived by two children, Shawn O’Brien, Minersville, and Kelly Lipshaw, Port Carbon; three grandchildren, Taylor O’Brien, Devin Lipshaw and Kaylin Lipshaw; three nieces, Denise O’Brien Conville, Karen O’Brien Winfough and Michelle Kairitis O’Brien; a nephew, Jacob Kairitis.

Arrangements are incomplete.

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John Wesley Kehlor, 81 years of age, of North Lehigh Street Tamaqua, Pennsylvania died on Sunday, July 5, 2020, at Orwigsburg Center.

Born Sunday, September 4, 1938 in Pottsville, Pennsylvania the son of the late John and Marion (Behler) Kehlor.

Surviving are; his wife Doris (Wittig) Kehlor; son, Scott W. Kehlor of New Holland; grandson, Spenser Kehlor.

John, retired after 35 years from I.C.I. Americas having worked in production and sales in their Wilmington De. Valley Forge, and Reynolds Pa. plants.

John and his wife Doris are known for their meticulously manicured garden on North Lehigh Street in Tamaqua.

John served honorably in the United State Air Force and was a member of the Free & Accepted Masons. He belonged to the Bloomsburg Consistory, was a 32 Degree Mason and member of the Rajah Temple Shrine.

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

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

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Mary Elizabeth Lehotta, 92 yrs. of age, of Lansdale, Pennsylvania passed away peacefully on Sunday July 5, 2020 at Dock Woods- Healthcare in Lansdale, Pennsylvania.

Born Tuesday, July 12, 1927 in Tamaqua, Pennsylvania the daughter of the late Joseph and Julia (Trackim) Urban. She was also predeceased by; husband, George Robert Charles Lehatta; son, John Lehotta; sisters, Frances Breslin, Regina Urban, Anna Mae Johnson; daughter-in-law, Janice Lehotta.

Surviving are sons, Michael Lehotta of Carmel, California, George R. Lehotta and his wife Vicki of Harleysville; grandchildren, Siobhan and her husband Paul, Jacob and his wife Ashley, Heather and her finacee Brandon. sister, Joan Zemanik of Tamaqua, Marie Foor of Axton, Va.. Many nieces and nephews also survive Mary. Mary, loved being around her family.

A graduate of St. Jerome High School in Tamaqua, Mary was a member of St. Stanislus R.C.C. of Lansdale. Mary worked at Bill's Cold Cuts & Deli in Lansdale for many years. She was an avid Bowler and good cook.

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

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated from St. Ambrose R.C.C. 201 Randell Street Schuylkill Haven, Pennsylvania 17972 Friday July 10, 2020 at 10:30 o'clock A.M.. Her nephew Msgr. Edward S. Zemanik to officiate. The family will receive friends on Friday morning from 9:30 A.M. until time of services in the church.

Interment will be in St. Jerome R.C.C., Tamaqua, Pennsylvania.

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

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Gary L. Hasker, Sr., 71 of Shenandoah passed away on Sunday afternoon, July 5, 2020 at Geisinger Medical Center, Danville with his family by his side.

Born in Hazleton on May 6, 1949 he was a son of the late Raymond S. and Anna E. (Falatko) Hasker.

He attended schools in Hazleton.

Earlier in life, he worked for the former Wally’s Service Station, Shenandoah, Lynn’s Auto, Zion Grove, and the Shenandoah Rag Company. He retired from Meadow Burke in Hazleton.

Gary was of the Catholic faith. He enjoyed camping, fishing and going to yard sales. He was also a train enthusiast. But above all and of most importance to him was spending time with his family.

Preceding him in death in addition to his parents were three sisters, Jeanette White, Rita Miller and Dolores Rhoades; and one brother, Dennis Hasker.

Surviving are his wife of 51 years, Marie J. (Lindenmuth) Hasker; one son, Gary L. Hasker, Jr. of Wapwallopen; one daughter, Patricia Burke of Shenandoah; five grandchildren, Raymond, Rick, and Hope Hasker, Brett Burke and Tamara Longenberger; four great-grandchildren, Elly, Lilly, Emberlyn and Ryan; one brother, Sylvester Hasker; four sisters, Shirley Jackson, Joyce Lazar, Nancy Windsor, Lynda Schlenker; nieces, nephews, cousins and many friends.

Private religious services will be held on Sunday, July 12, 2020 at 6:00 pm at Walukiewicz-Oravitz Fell Funeral Home, 132 South Jardin Street, Shenandoah with Monsignor Ronald C. Bocian officiating. A private viewing will be held on Sunday from 4:00 pm until 6:00 pm at the funeral home. All CDC and PA Department of Health COVID-19 guidelines will be observed.

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

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Stella Lavenburg, 85, of Schuylkill Haven, passed away Saturday while a resident of Providence Place, Pottsville.

She was born in Llewellyn, May 16, 1935, and was a graduate of Minersville Area High School.

She was a member of St. Paul's Lutheran Church, Summer Hill.

Stella was preceded in death by her husband, Norman E. Lavenburg Jr., who passed away in 2001. She was also preceded in death by her sons, Norman E. III "Spanky" and Glenn Lavenburg.

Stella is survived by several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday at Grabowski Funeral Home, Schuylkill Haven. The Rev. Kathleen Ash-Flashner will officiate. A viewing will be held from 9 a.m. until the time of services. Interment will follow on the grounds of Schuylkill Memorial Park, Schuylkill Haven. Memories and condolences can be shared at www.grabowskifuneralhome.com.

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The Pennsylvania State Police are investigating a report of a dog attack on Monday in Sheppton.

According to troopers, the attack occurred on Monday, July 6th, 2020 around 6:30pm.  A female victim reported that while she was eating dinner, a neighbor's dog ran to the rear screen door of her home.  The dog ran directly through the screen door and attack the woman as well as her dog. 

State Police are continuing to investigate the incident.
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