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Skook News Obituaries: September 26th, 2020

September 26, 2020, 9:38 pm
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Skook News Obituaries: September 26th, 2020


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Joseph "Billy" Smigo, 86 of Pottsville, died Wednesday at Lehigh Valley Hospital-Cedar Crest, Allentown.

He was born May 24, 1934 in Minersville a son of the late Michael and Eva Hoptak Smigo.

He was a graduate of Pottsville High School and Penn State University.

He was a veteran of the Marine Corp having served during the Korean War and attaining the rank of Sgt.

Prior to retiring he was employed by the former Hasting Pavement, Leesport.

He was a member of St. Patrick Roman Catholic Church, Pottsville, Catholic War Vets Post 1059 Walter Griffiths AMVET Post 180, American Legion and Friedensburg Gun Club.

He was preceded in death 2 sisters, Julie Cairns and Mary Shuman.

Surviving are his wife Ruth Frankenstein Smigo; children, Cherylyn Pugh, Brenda Ries, Cynthia Amaton, Phil Smigo, Russ Smigo, Lenore Pal, Renee Stein, grandchildren, Larry, Dustin, Jennifer, Christy, Carrie, Rick, Brianna and great-grandchildren.

Services will be private from James E. Humphrey Funeral Home, Pottsville. Interment with Military honors will be private at Calvary Cemetery, Pottsville.

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Xena Martofel, 22, of Coal Twp., passed away Thursday September 24, 2020, in Kulpmont PA.

Born in Pottsville, January 12, 1998, She was a daughter of Shannon Dean and John Martofel.

In addition to her parents, surviving are sister Gabrielle Martofel of Pottsville; step-mother Danielle Stoud of Coal Twp.; Maternal Grandmother Margaret Dean of Gilberton; Paternal Grandmother Caroline Martofel of Mahanoy Plane; step-grandfather Walter Kuczynski; Nieces and Nephews.

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

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Gail L. Forte, 69, of Andreas, passed away on Friday, September 25, 2020, in Lehigh Valley Hospice, Allentown. 

Born in Allentown, she was the daughter of the late James and R. Beryl (Gross) Minnich. She was of Protestant faith. Prior to retiring, she was employed at Kraft Foods, Fogelsville, for 40 years. She was a member of the Lehighton Orioles # 183. Gail enjoyed traveling, gardening, camping and trips to the casino. She loved her dogs Rocky and Charlie. She was very artistic and great at decorating. She was also preceded in death by an infant son, Jeremy, and two brothers, James and David. 

Surviving are her companion of 10 years, Randy L. Fritz, Andreas; three daughters, Jennifer, wife of Kevin Schwartz, of Winfield, Allyson, wife of Matt Ketteringham, of Baltimore, MD, and Krista Lenig, of New Tripoli; sister, Lois, wife of Mike Ring, of Allentown; six grandchildren, nieces and nephews. 

A memorial service will be held at 8pm on Wednesday, September 30, at the Hartman Funeral Home with the Rev. Virginia M. Heimer officiating. Call from 6-8pm. Private interment. 

Contributions may be made to the Carbon County Animal Shelter, 63 Broad St., Nesquehoning, PA 18240. A Celebration of Life will be held at Lehighton Orioles and will be announced at a later date. 

Arrangements are being handled by the Hartman Funeral Home, 1791 West Penn Pike, Rte. 309, New Ringgold. Online condolences may be made at www.hartmanfuneralhomeinc.com.

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William M. Bretzius, Jr., 89, of Fox Rd. Schuylkill Haven, passed away on Thursday, September 24, 2020 in the Tremont Health & Rehab Center.

Born on April 29, 1931 in Pine Grove Twp., he was a son of the late William M., Sr. and Bertha Wolfe Bretzius.

He worked in the maintenance department and retired from Argo.

William was a member of Hetzel's UCC, Pine Grove.

Preceding him in death was a brother, Carl Bretzius.

Services will be held at the convenience of the family with interment in Hetzel's Cemetery, Pine Grove.

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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Payton Marie Leedom, of Ashland, infant daughter of Samuel and Stephanie Perez Leedom Sr., born in Danville, February 17, 2020, passed away Wednesday morning at the Geisinger Shamokin Community Hospital, Coal Township. Preceding her in death was a brother Timathy M. Leedom, passing March 15, 2007.

Survivors in addition to her parents:

Brothers: Samuel Jr., Jonathan, and Blake Leedom

Sisters: Lilly and Faith Leedom

Paternal Grandparents: Tom and Janet Shuck Leedom, Ashland

A memorial service will be announced at a later date. Visit www.Fritzfuneralhome.com. The Richard W. Fritz Funeral Home, Ashland, is in charge of arrangements.

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HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL: North Schuylkill Wins in OT Over Blue Mountain

September 27, 2020, 2:20 pm
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North Schuylkill walked away with a winner over Blue Mountain after a close game in Fountain Springs.
For the first time this season, North Schuylkill fans were allowed into Spartan Stadium and boy did they get to a see a show.

The entire game between North Schuylkill and Blue Mountain was close with Blue Mountain scoring the only points in the entire first half. With a score of 7-0, Blue Mountain went into second half with a lead but not a comfortable one.

The Spartans were able to score twice taking the lead before Blue Mountain scored again to tie the game 14-14. The end of regulation ended in a tie and the game went into overtime.

To Blue Mountain's surprise, the Spartans pulled out a fake field goal pass to the end zone to take the lead 20-14, after missing the PAT.

Blue Mountain was unable to score on their try in overtime allowing North Schuylkill to take the win. Spartans end Week 3 with a record of 3-0 and Blue Mountain 1-2
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HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL: Mahanoy Area Defeats Minersville on Saturday

September 27, 2020, 6:49 pm
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On a rare Saturday afternoon game for both teams, the Mahanoy Area Golden Bears easily handled the Minersville Area Miners.

Mahanoy Area pounded the ball on the ground throughout the game with ease and took home the win 48-12.

Photos by Chris Keiser / Keiser Action Sports Photography
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Pine Grove Man Assaults State Trooper During Incident

September 27, 2020, 7:29 pm
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A Pennsylvania State Police Trooper was injured after responding to a call on Friday.

According to the Pennsylvania State Police at Schuylkill Haven, on Friday, September 25th, 2020 just before 3:00am, Troopers responded to a home on Trumbo Road in Pine Grove Township for a report of a disturbance.

Police say, upon arriving at the scene, Brandon Mearian, 22, of Pine Grove became agitated and confrontational with Troopers.

Mearian approached one of the Troopers in an aggressive manner and attempted to grab the Trooper by the jacket.

Mearian reportedly continued to struggle with the Trooper until being taken into custody.  During the struggle, the Trooper suffered unspecified injuries.

Later Friday, Mearian was arraigned by Magisterial District Judge Rossi on charges of aggravated assault, simple assault, resisting arrest, disorderly conduct, and harassment.

Mearian was locked up in Schuylkill County Prison unable to post $100,000 straight cash bail.

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Skook News Obituaries: September 27th, 2020

September 27, 2020, 10:00 pm
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Skook News Obituaries: September 27th, 2020


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Robert Ray Readinger, 89, of Bethel Rd., Pine Grove, passed away peacefully in his home on Saturday, September 26, 2020, surrounded by his family.

Bob or Legend, as he was known by his family and friends as, was born on March 11, 1931 in Pine Grove, a son of the late Ray and Mabel Schnoke Readinger.

He was a 1949 graduate of Pine Grove High School and a graduate of Williamsport Technical School after returning from serving in the military. He was a member of Hetzel's UCC, Pine Grove.

Bob was an Army veteran having served in Germany during the Korean Conflict.

He worked for 32 years for the former Graffius Burial Vault Co. in Sinking Spring.

Bob was a life member of the Pine Grove Lions Club and was a past District Governor, Pine Grove VFW Post 3432, Rock Fish & Game, a social member of Camp Phil-up, and had been active in Boy Scouts. He enjoyed hunting, gardening and going to the cabin.

Preceding him in death were his wife Naomi E. Biddle Readinger; a sister Betty Whitehouse; a step brother Clifford Schnoke.

Surviving are two sons, David and wife Diane Readinger, Donald Readinger; two daughters, Deberah and husband David Fritz, Darla and husband Scott Hamilton, all of Pine Grove; 14 grandchildren, Ben, Valerie, Cassandra, Jonathan, Timothy, Sarah, Laura, Andrew, Christopher, Nicholas, Michael, Christiane, Kelli and Chloe; 5 great grandchildren, Reiley, Victoria, Levi, Finley and Jade; a step sister, June Burgard of Palmyra

Graveside Services and interment will be held on Friday, October 2, 2020 at 11:45 A.M. at Hetzel's Cemetery, 261 Hetzel's Church Rd., Pine Grove with Pastor John Reis officiating. There will be a viewing on Friday, October 2, 2020 from 10:00 A.M. until 11:30 A.M. at the H. L. Snyder Funeral Home, Inc., Pine Grove.

In lieu of flowers, the family would prefer contributions be made to Hetzel's UCC Memorial Fund, 261 Hetzel's Church Rd., Pine Grove, Pa. 17963 in his memory.

You may send condolences online at www.hlsnyderfuneralhome.com

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Lee F. Kemfort, 73, of Cass Township, formerly of Pottsville, passed away on Friday at home.

Born on June 7, 1947 in Pottsville, he was a son of the late Frederick E. Kemfort, Sr. and the late Marion A. Penberth Kemfort. He attended Pottsville schools. He had been employed by the former Pottsville Hospital and Warne Clinic; and later worked for JDM, Inc., Hamburg.

He was an Army veteran of the Vietnam War, having served in four service campaigns during his one year tour in-country.

He was an avid chess player, both in-person and as a participant in correspondence chess. He was a former Little League coach at the West Penn Elementary School in New Ringgold. Lee enjoyed spending most of his time watching the Philadelphia Eagles play football and taking his beloved dog, Dutchess, wherever he went.

Lee is survived by two sons, Robin Dermo (spouse, Marie), Millersville, and Lee Dermo, Pottsville; two granddaughters, Isabella and Giavanna Dermo; a step-daughter, Karen Eckerson, of New York and her 2 daughter's Bella and Aubrey; his twin sister, Linda Szalku, Saint Clair; three brothers, Frederick Kemfort, Jr., Ronald Kemfort and Harold Kemfort, all of Pottsville, nieces and nephews; his caregivers and housemates, Heather Wehr and Thomas Halye.

Arrangements are incomplete.

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Raymond L. Houtz, Jr., 70, of Forestville, Cass Township, passed away on Saturday at Lehigh Valley Hospital, Schuylkill – East.

Born in Pottsville, he was the son of the late Raymond L. Houtz, Sr. and the late Nelda Hossler Houtz. He attended Blue Mountain schools before taking employment with the former Olenick Brothers Coal Company. At various times during his career, he also worked for Marlin Ernst Trucking, Keystoker and Pioneer Pole Buildings.

He was a member of the Forestville Fire Company.

Ray is survived by his companion of 32 years, Sue Karpulk; seven daughters, Tammy Fredericks (spouse, Jason), Forestville, Lori Houtz, Forestville, Nelda Bowers (spouse, Ron), Jonestown, Cass Township, Rachel Huntzinger (spouse, Brian), Llewellyn, Branch Township, Rhoda Borrell (spouse, John), Forestville, Tina Dewald (spouse, Shannon), Forestville, and Roxana Noecker (spouse, Jason), New Ringgold; seventeen grandchildren; two great-grandchildren.

The family will accept visitors at the Dutcavich Funeral Home, 200 Sunbury Street, Minersville, on Thursday from 7:00 A.M. until the time of service at 10:00 A.M. Visitors and attendees are expected to follow CDC guidelines. Interment will be in Mount Peace Cemetery, Branch Township.

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Mary Jane Turton, mother, grandmother, sister, of East Broad Street Tamaqua, Pennsylvania passed away suddenly on Saturday, September 26, 2020, at Lehigh Valley Hazleton Campus at 88 years of age. Mary Jane had recently resided as a guest of Heritage Hill Senior Living Ctr., Weatherly.

Born Saturday, July 2, 1932 in Northampton, the daughter of the late Anthony and Mary (Piatak) Mazur. She was also predeceased by; her beloved husband of 67 years, Claude A. Turotn, Jr. on May 2, 2019; sisters, Tessie Kuchinus, Elizabeth Silfies; brothers, Andrew, John, Joe, Edward, and Emil Mazur.

Surviving are; daughter, Janel Tirpak wife of Thomas of Summit Hill; sons, Craig A. Turton of Allentown, Brian A. Turton and his wife Patti of Tamaqua; sister, Joan Farkas of Allentown; grand children, Crystal Turton, Matt Tirpak and his wife Tamara, Danielle Milesky, Jonathan Tewksbury and his wife Nicole, Justin Tewksbury and his wife Janelle; 8 great grandchildren. Many nieces, nephews and friends survive Mary Jane.

A member of Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church of Tamaqua, Mary Jane and Claude in retirement traveled the country in their R.V. for nine months each year. She was a bowler belonging to several bowling leagues. Mary Jane, was A Cub Scout Den Mother for many years, delivered Meals on Wheels in Tamaqua, and volunteered for many local organizations in her lifetime. Mary Jane Jane, enjoyed crocheting, and loved doing ceramics and crafts.

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

Interment will be in Sky-View Memorial Park, Tamaqua, Pennsylvania

Memorials in her name to:
Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church
109 North Greenwood St.
Tamaqua, Pennsylvania 18252

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

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Harold “Hal” Lee Musler II, 56, passed away Monday, August 24, 2020 at his home in Charlotte Tenn. He was born in Florence, S.C., August 23, 1964, to th elate Harold Lee Musler & Susette Fellows Musler. He served 8 years in the Army National Guard as a Military Policeman and was a devoted patriot. Hal studied at Penn State University, receiving a degree in Electrical & Electronics Engineering. He then continued his education at Alvernia University, receiving a degree in Business Administration, Management & Operations. Hal was a very successful businessman working most recently as the Chief Operating Officer for Diamond Crystal Brands in Savannah, Georgia.

He had a passion for automobile restoration and racing pro late model cars. Hal was a devoted member of the Ashland City Church of Christ. He will be remembered as an intelligent , courteous and polite gentleman to all who knew him.

Hal is preceded in death by his parents and grandparents. Hal was a wonderful, loving husband to Donna Kubilus Musler, his wife of 33 years. He is also survived by a sister, Cynthia Schoffstal and her husband, Darrell. He looked up favorably to Wayne Haas , who was like a father to him, along with his wife, Kathleen. Jeff Boesch,who was like a brother to Hal, and his wife Loretta and their son Jeffrey. Later in life Hal met Ben Pugh, who was like a son to him, along with his wife stpahine & their children Carter & Mason. A brother-in-law Edward Kubilus and wife Martyann. Nieces and nephews; Laura Gibson and husband Cory & their daughter Elizabeth. Amanda Santos and husband Will and children Amelia & Katherine. Lauren Schiebelhut and husband Jeremy and daughter Hailey. Brad Bettinger, Ryan Bettinger and his wife, Jayne.

A Memorial Service will be held 11:00 am Friday Oct.2, at the Mahal-Ritzel Funeral Home Inc., Minersville. all all respectfully invited to attend a visitation at the funeral home from 9:00 am to the time of service. Interment shall be in the veterans section of Schuylkill Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers the family request’s donations in Hal’s memory be made to Elevation House www.elevationhouse.org or 3 Central Plaza #320 Rome, Georgia.

Due to COVID-19, all recommended social distancing, mask requirements, and public safety guidelines will be followed. Mahal-Ritzel Funeral Home Inc., Minersville is entrusted with the arrangements.

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Woman Charged After Threatening Man with a Knife in Cass Township

September 28, 2020, 9:31 am
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Police LightsA Minersville has woman has been charged after threatening a man with a knife over the weekend.

According to the Pennsylvania State Police at Frackville, on Saturday, September 26th, 2020, around 3:50pm, Troopers responded to Sunbury Road in Cass Township for a report of an active domestic.

When Troopers arrived at the scene, police learned that Maria Grosser, 23, of Minersville took possession of a knife during the course of an argument with a male.

Grosser was taken into custody, processed, arraigned by Magisterial District Judge Reiley and released on $10,000 unsecured bail.

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American Red Cross, Girardville and Ashland Fire Departments to Offer Free Carbon Monoxide Detector Installations This Sunday

September 28, 2020, 3:54 pm
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After installations were cancelled earlier this year because of COVID-19, Ashland and Girardville firefighters as well as the American Red Cross are keeping their promise to install Carbon Monoxide detectors.

Originally, an installation drive was scheduled to take place, April 18th, 2020 but was postponed due to safety concerns.

According to Patricia Daley, of the American Red Cross, the drive is back on and installations will take place Sunday, October 4th, 2020.

The drive is a project between the Ashland Fire Department, Girardville Fire Department, Salvation Army, and American Red Cross.

The drive will be the first of many that take place around Schuylkill County over the coming months.

Residents of Ashland or Girardville can contact their borough's contact if they wish to have a carbon monoxide or smoke detector install.
  • Ashland residents can register by contacting Ashland Borough Hall at (570) 875-2411.
  • Girardville residents can register by contacting Chief Zangari at (570) 276-6922.
Daley specifically thanks John Kiehl from Mt. View Restoration, Kelly Malone of the Schuylkill United Way, and Becky Netznik Salvation Army for their help in the project.
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Ashland Memorials Added to National Register of Historic Places

September 28, 2020, 7:03 pm
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Earlier this month, the Borough of Ashland received notice by the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission that the Mothers’ Memorial has been added to the National Register of Historic Places by the United States Department of Interior - National Park Service.

According to the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission and National Park Service:

The National Register of Historic Places is the official list of our Nation's historic places worthy of preservation. It's authorized by the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966. The National Park Service's National Register of Historic Places is part of a national program to coordinate and support public and private efforts to identify, evaluate, and protect America's historic and archeological resources.

Adam J. Bernodin III, Ashland Area Historic Preservation Society Member, Historical Marker Nominator; and Raymond Jones Ashland Borough Manager were officially contacted by April Frantz, National Register Reviewer of the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission about the Mothers’ Memorial, Hoffman Memorial, and Veteran’s Memorial, making the list on the week for September 18, 2020.

The Mothers’ Memorial, the Hoffman Memorial, and the Veterans’ Memorial are three small, landscaped memorial parks connected by the associated Hoffman Boulevard (Pennsylvania State Route 61) and a stretch of Market Street in the Borough of Ashland that will be listed by the National Park Service.

The National Register of Historic Places Nomination Form was prepared in joined efforts with Bernodin and Margret Newman. Margret Newman was a selected consultant hired on a grant by the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission.

The Ashland Boys’ Association Pennsylvania State Historical was dedicated on August 31, 2013.

According to Bernodin, “The Ashland Boys’ Association historical marker honors all current and former residents that faithfully came home to a proud coal mining town. The sentimental impact of this homecoming was felt throughout Pennsylvania and the Industrial United States when they erected the Mothers’ Memorial.”

Bernodin also said, “the National Register of Historic Places honors the Mothers’ Memorial in Social History in the United States. Whistler’s Mother’s was the quintessential imagine of motherhood of the United States during that time when the WPA Mothers’ Memorial was erected during the Great Depression and still today the only one of its kind statue in the world honoring all mothers.”

“The Ashland Boys’ Association made history choosing the subject on canvass of the bronze replica of the American iconic painting of Arrangement and Grey and Black No. 1, commonly known as Whistler’s Mother.”

The Ashland Boys’ Association, Dr. John L. Hoffman, President Franklin Delano Roosevelt’s Work Progress Administration (WPA) during the Great Depression with the stone masonry stonework around the Mothers’ Memorial, Hoffman Boulevard Islands, Hoffman Memorial site, and around stonework around the field piece of the Veterans’ Memorial are all sentimentally connected.

This was all based on the region's coal mining anthracite heritage with the current and former residents of the Borough of Ashland.

The Mothers’ Memorial is the symbol of the very foundation of the Ashland Boys’ Association. The meaning of the Ashland Boys’ Association was to come on home and the work home evoked thoughts of their mothers.

The Ashland Boys’ Association and the Mothers’ Memorial will now be sentimentally shining forever as a model community as the symbol of United States Social History honoring all mothers, family, and friends!

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Skook News Obituaries: September 28th, 2020

September 28, 2020, 7:13 pm
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Skook News Obituaries: September 28th, 2020

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Paul Lester Zimmerman, 78, of Pottsville died Saturday at the Hershey Medical Center after eight years with an LVAD (left ventricle assist device)

Born in Pine Grove, October 27, 1941 he was the son of the late Lester and Olive Zimmerman.

Paul was a 1960 graduate of Pine Grove Area High School. He served in the US Army and was a Vietnam Veteran.

He was an active member of the Pottsville United Presbyterian Church where he served on the Board of Trustees and Session.

Paul loved hunting and was a long-time member of Camp Irem. He also loved fishing, playing pinochle and was an avid fan of the Phillies and Eagles. When his children; Scott and Sara were in school he enjoyed attending all their extracurricular activities.

Paul was a Rotarian and was involved with Railway Park Little League when Scott played.

Before retiring Paul was employed by Miller’s Plumbing and Heating, Weis Markets, and Peters Brothers Meats.

In addition to his parents Paul is preceded in death by a sister Shirley Neidlinger and one grandson, Jackson who passed away in 2010.

Paul is survived by his wife of 53 years Virginia and their children; Scott husband of Gwen of Montrose and Sara of Pottsville. He is also survived by his grandchildren; Jamie, Damian, and Evelyn along with a sister Dorothy Voydik and brother Robert Zimmerman husband to Faye.

A memorial service with COVID precautions will be held on Saturday, October 3 at 11:00 A.M at Grabowski Funeral Home, Schuylkill Haven. A visitation will be held from 10:00 A.M. until the time of services. Private interment with military honors will be held at the Fort Indiantown Gap National Cemetery.

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Elizabeth C. Koury, 96 of Pottsville, died Monday morning at Luther Ridge Assisted Living, Pottsville.

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

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




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Schuylkill County Weather Forecast: September 29th, 2020

September 29, 2020, 3:21 am
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 Schuylkill County Weather Forecast: September 29th, 2020


Tuesday - Showers Early Turning to Steady Rain in the Afternoon - High in the Upper 60's
Tuesday Night - Rain - Low in the Upper 40's

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Wednesday - Clouds and Sun - High in the Lower 60's
Wednesday Night - Clear - Low in the Upper 40's

Thursday - Sunny - High in the Lower 60's
Thursday Night - Cloudy - Low in the Lower 40's

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Friday - Showers Early - High in the Mid 50's

Saturday - Clouds and Sun - High in the Mid 50's

Sunday  - Clouds and Sun - High near 60

Monday - Showers - High near 60

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Fire Crews Respond to Fully Involved Garage Fire in Ashland Tuesday Morning

September 29, 2020, 7:14 am
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 A garage was destroyed by fire Tuesday morning in Ashland.

At 8:00am, Tuesday, emergency personnel were called to the 900 Block of Brock Street for a garage fire.  Ashland Police were the first on-scene and changed the location to the rear of the home on Pine Street.

As fire crews arrived, the garage was fully engulfed in flames.

The fire was extinguished within 10 minutes containing the damage to just the garage.

Responding to the scene were the American Hose Co., Washington Fire Company and Ambulance, and the Rangers Hose Company from Girardville.

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Yuengling Hershey's Chocolate Porter Returns in Bottle and Draft

September 29, 2020, 7:31 am
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D.G. Yuengling & Son, Inc., America's Oldest Brewery®, officially announced Tuesday morning the highly-anticipated return of its delicious beer collaboration with Hershey's, America's most beloved chocolate brand. 

In response to consumers' overwhelming demand, Yuengling Hershey's Chocolate Porter will be available in bottles and draft throughout Yuengling's entire 22-state footprint beginning late-September 2020.

To celebrate the collaboration's wild success and consumers' love of beer and chocolate, Yuengling and Hershey have joined forces again to bring the best of both worlds to fans of legal drinking age for enjoyment wherever they are. Fans can once again delight in this uniquely delicious brew on-draft. And for the first time, consumers will now have the opportunity to enjoy it in bottles from the comfort of their own homes to celebrate life's occasions.

Originally released in draft only in 2019, in 14 states throughout Yuengling's footprint, Yuengling Hershey's Chocolate Porter marked the first-ever beer collaboration for the two iconic, Pennsylvania brands. The fan-favorite beer combines over 300 years of both brands' Pennsylvania heritage. Yuengling Hershey's Chocolate Porter makes its return just in time for beer lovers and loyal fans to enjoy, a bottle, now for Halloween and for the holiday season through Valentine's Day.

"Last year we were overwhelmed by the excitement and passion expressed by our fans for our first-ever collaboration beer," said Jennifer Yuengling, Vice President of Operations and 6th Generation Brewer, D.G. Yuengling & Son, Inc. "We heard our fans and saw consumers, near and far, scrambling to get their hands on a taste of Yuengling Hershey's Chocolate Porter. So, in keeping with our 191-year tradition of listening to our loyal fans, we decided to release our Chocolate Porter across our entire footprint and in bottles for even more consumers 21+ to enjoy."

At a 4.7% ABV, Yuengling Hershey's Chocolate Porter combines Yuengling's nearly 200-year old Dark Brewed Porter recipe with the world-famous taste of Hershey's chocolate. The special-edition, seasonal beer uses Yuengling's unparalleled brewing expertise to artfully blend Hershey's iconic chocolate flavor with caramel and dark roasted malts for a smooth, rich and delightfully chocolaty finish. The liquid pairs well with everything from barbequed and smoked meats, to cheeses and desserts – perfect for any holiday celebration, while offering fans a truly premium drinking experience.

"We're happy to work with Yuengling to expand the availability of the chocolate porter and, better yet the Yuengling Hershey's chocolate porter is available in bottles for the first time. Now our fans will be able to enjoy this one-of-a-kind beer collaboration in the comfort of their homes," said Ernie Savo, senior director global licensing, The Hershey Company.

Starting in late September, Yuengling Hershey's Chocolate Porter will be available in bottles and on draft throughout Yuengling's 22-state footprint, while supplies last. Fans can find their nearest retailer with Yuengling Hershey's Chocolate Porter by visiting the "Find Our Beer" link at www.yuengling.com.
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Company Brings New Life to Ashland Shirt Factory

September 29, 2020, 10:06 am
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A company will bring new life to the former Gitman's Shirt Factory in Ashland.

In June, Gitman Bros. / Tom James Company announced they would be closing their Ashland Facility in the 2200 Block of Centre Street in August/Early September. 2020.  The closure would leave almost 100 people without a job.

Starting this week, a new company has moved in and will give the facility new life and keep jobs in the borough.

Brigade Manufacturing Inc., of Tullahome, Tennesse has taken over the facility.  The company makes clothing for the U.S. Armed Forces as well as for the United State Postal Service.  The Ashland location will focus on shirts for the Postal Service for now.

Gitmans employees had to reapply with over half of the former employees submitting applications and keeping their jobs.

A deal between Gitman and Brigade reportedly happened after Representative Dan Meuser seen a newspaper article on the Ashland Shirt Factory closing and reached out to Brigade's board of directors Vice Chairman Richard J. Holcombe which led to the company's interest in the building.

Brigade's employee are expected to begin production at the facility this week.

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Westmoreland County Man Burglarizes Home in Schuylkill County While Under the Influence of Drugs

September 29, 2020, 5:11 pm
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Police LightsA Westmoreland County man is locked up in Schuylkill County Prison after an incident over the weekend.

According to the Pennsylvania State Police at Schuylkill Haven, on Saturday, September 26th, 2020, around 5:30am, Christopher Hoessler, 26, of Vandergrift, PA contacted the Schuylkill Haven Barracks to report that he was being followed by multiple people and was currently near the Raceway on Molleystown Road in Tremont Township.

Police told Hoessler to remain at the location until Troopers arrived.

Hoessler then left the scene traveling north on Interstate 81, and exited at Exit 107.  When doing so, Hoessler struck a concrete divider resulting in a flat tire and front end damage.

He continued on Route 209 until his vehicle became disabled in front of a home in Porter Township.

Hoessler then smashed a front window of the home and entered.  The owner of the home called 911 to report the incident and when Troopers arrived, they found Hoessler on the second floor yelling from a window.

Hoessler was taken into custody without incident and appeared to be under the influence of a drug and was experiencing extreme paranoia.

Hoessler was arraigned by Magisterial District Judge James Reiley on charges of Burglary, criminal trespassing, DUI, Criminal Mischief, and multiple traffic violations. 

After being arraigned he was locked up in Schuylkill County Prison unable to post $15,000 straight cash bail.

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Man Wanted for Murder in Philadelphia Taken into Custody in Ashland

September 29, 2020, 5:40 pm
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Schuylkill County law enforcement took a man into custody on Tuesday afternoon who was wanted for murder in Philadelphia.

According to Ashland Police Chief Ger Daley, on Tuesday, September 29th, 2020, just after 4:00pm, Tristan A. Jones, also known as Anthony, was taken into custody in the borough of Ashland in an apartment at 718 Centre Street without incident.

During the arrest in Ashland on Tuesday, Ashland Police were assisted by officers from Shenandoah, Butler Township, and the Frackville State Police.

Jones was wanted by the Philadelphia Police Homicide Unit for a murder that occurred in the 15th District on July 6th, 2020.

During the incident in Philadelphia, a male was found with multiple gunshot wounds and later passed away at Temple University Hospital.

Jones was charged with murder, criminal conspiracy, obstructing justice, violations of the uniform firearm act, and other charges.

Philadelphia Police Officers travelled to Ashland late Tuesday and transported Jones back to the city.

Also charged for the murder and still wanted is Brandon Wilson, 23, who is described as a black male, 6 feet tall and weighing approximately 190 lbs.  His whereabouts are unknown.

A female was also reportedly charged with the same murder charges and has already been incarcerated.

Link to Story on the Murder in the Philadelphia from ABC6
https://6abc.com/philadelphia-homicide-griscom-street-shooting-in-news/6304162/

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Skook News Obituaries: September 29th, 2020

September 29, 2020, 7:37 pm
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Ruth Alice Smigo, 79, of Hometown, PA died on Monday, September 28, 2020 in Allentown, PA. 

She was the wife of the late Robert Thomas Smigo, Jr. who died in 1995. Born in Gilberton, PA on April 25, 1941, Ruth was a daughter of the late Raymond H. and Blanche (nee Burntitus) Williams. A 1958 graduate of the former Gilberton High School, she received an Associates Degree from McCann’s School of Business. Ruth managed the Hometown Video Store for 10 years. She was a member of The Parish of St. John XXIII, Tamaqua, PA. Ruth enjoyed playing bingo and going on trips to casinos. 

She is survived by daughter, Diane May and her husband James, II of Bel Air, MD; grandsons, James May III and Nicholas May; brother, Raymond Williams of Gilberton; and many nephews and nieces. 

Ruth was predeceased by son, Robert Smigo, Jr. who died in 2012 and sister, Esther Mertens. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 AM on Saturday, October 10, 2020 in St. John XXIII Catholic Church, 307 Pine Street, Tamaqua. Interment in Sky View Memorial Park, Hometown will follow the mass. Call 9-10:30 AM Saturday, October 10 at the Zizelmann-Gulla Funeral Home, 500 East Broad Street, Tamaqua. 

Memorials in Ruth’s name may be made to Wreaths Across America - Sky View Memorial Park c/o Paul Corinchock, 737 East Broad Street Tamaqua, Pennsylvania 18252 (https://www.tnonline.com/20200912/sky-view-to-participate-in-wreaths-across-america/) or The Blue Raider Foundation, 109 West Broad Street, Tamaqua, PA 18252. Attendees are reminded of the COVID-19 pandemic guidelines and are kindly asked to wear a mask and observe physical distancing. 

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

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Anita A. Loy, 84 of Farm Lane, Pine Grove, passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 27, 2020 at home.

Born on April 24, 1936 in London, England, she was a daughter of the late Frank and Lillian Page Fox.

She was a member of the Schuylkill Church of the Brethren, Pine Grove

Anita was a supervisor at the former Canoe Mfg., Pine Grove and a plant manager/supervisor at Cressona Knit.

Preceding her in death were her first husband, Harvey "Hip" Kintzel; three brothers, Fred, Ted, and John Fox; two sisters Margaret Davis and Pat Glenister.

Surviving are her husband of 34 years, Dennis Loy; eight children; Nina and husband Harry Kantner, Sr. of Rehrersburg, Patricia and husband Curt Troup of Lavelle, April and husband James Fisher, James and wife Pamela Kintzel, Sharon and husband Kurt Wessner, Keith and wife Lori Loy, all of Pine Grove, Kathy Loy and wife Donna Snyder of St. Clair, Cindy Sandler of Pine Grove; 16 grandchildren, Lyle Scheer, Jennifer Farley, Faith Zerbe, Jessica Rank, Beth Yost, Paul Neidlinger, Tucker Fisher, Jesse Fisher, Dillon Kintzel, Dalton Kintzel, Linda Pikulin, Leanne Kemmerling, Amanda Dastgheib, Keith Loy, Jr., Michael Sandler and Kirsten Sandler; 19 great grandchildren; 1 great great grandchild; a sister Pauline Smith of England; a sister-in-law Kathleen Fox of Branchdale.

Graveside Services and interment will be held on Wednesday, October 7, 2020 at 11:00 A.M.at the Schuylkill Church of the Brethren Cemetery, 347 Sweet Arrow Lake Rd., Pine Grove, with Ken Kintzel officiating.

In lieu of flowers, the family would prefer contributions be made to National Kidney Foundation, 1500 Walnut St. Suite 301, Philadelphia, Pa. 191402 or www.kidney.org in her memory.

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

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Camilla (Clemens) Ferenchick entered into eternal life on September 25, 2020. She was born on April 13, 1948 in Detroit, Michigan. She was the daughter of Camille (Pomichowski) and Barney Clemens. She is survived by her husband James Ferenchick of Orwigsburg and her two sons, Gregory James Ferenchick, husband of Michele and Philip James Ferenchick, husband of Hope, one daughter Denise Marie Ferenchick, wife of Earl Rudolph, as well as her two grandchildren Lauren and Benjamin.

She is also survived by three brothers, Dorian, Bernard and Lee. She was predeceased by three brothers, Jacob, William and Patrick.

Camilla had many pets in her life, but none more special than her forest cat, Rocky and her cocker spaniel, Mr. Ed.

Services will be private at the convenience of the family. Hamilton Breiner Funeral Home and Cremation Services has been entrusted with the arrangements.

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Gervase R. (George) Murphy, 95, of Orwigsburg, died Monday, September 28th, at Seton Manor, Orwigsburg. George was born in Minersville, on July 22, 1925, a son of the late Laura (Kessler) and Gervase Murphy. He was the widower of Mildred F. (Mealing) Murphy. George was the Owner & Operator of Murphy Trucking Co., Orwigsburg. He was a social member of the Friendship Hose Company.

George is survived by his daughter, Cynthia Ann, wife of Steve Strause, three sons Richard (Rick), Thomas and Jeffrey Murphy, eight grandchildren are Becky Eckert, Kelley Moyer, Jessica OConnell, Ryan Murphy, Randi Ellex, Kyle Rudloff, Jeremy Murphy, and Katie Murphy, nine great grandchildren and one due in October and two step great grandchildren.

George is also survived by two sisters, Joan Murphy and Shirley Polster

He was predeceased by his son David Murphy and his brothers Russell, Francis & Earl Murphy.

A Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 AM on Friday, October 2nd at Hamilton - Breiner Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc. in Orwigsburg, with Rev. Michael Petresky officiating. There will be a Memorial Gathering from 9:30 AM until time of Service.

Interment services will follow in Kimmels Cemetery Orwigsburg.

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Mary Theresa Chiplonia, age 84, of Tumbling Run, Pottsville passed away unexpectedly on Monday, September 28th, 2020 at Schuylkill Center in Pottsville.

Born in Tumbling Run, PA on November 7, 1935, she was the daughter of the late David and Bastina (Folino) Nicastro.

Mary was a graduate of Pottsville High School, Class of 1953. She was a member of St. John the Baptist Church and the former St. Joseph Roman Catholic Church, both in Pottsville.

She was the last member of her immediate family, being preceded in death by her husband of 48 years, Julian J. Chiplonia on February 18, 2009, a daughter Joyce C. Chiplonia, two sisters: Florence Rose and Margaret Reber, and a brother David Nicastro.

Mary is survived by two sons: Julian Chiplonia and his wife Nora, Pottsville and Ralph Chiplonia and his wife Debbie, Tumbling Run; three grandsons: David Chiplonia and his wife Kaitlyn, Media, Dominic Chiplonia, Newark, DE, and Cooper Chiplonia, Pottsville; two granddaughters: Amy Rose Roseman, Frackville and Emily Chiplonia, Tumbling Run; a great grandson Julian Thomas Chiplonia, Media; and nieces and nephews.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. John the Baptist Church in Pottsville at 11AM on Wednesday, September 30th, with Rev. David Loper officiating.

Relatives and Friends are invited to a viewing on Wednesday morning from 8:30-10:30AM at the Robert A Evans Jr Funeral Home in Port Carbon.

Interment will be held in the St. Joseph Cemetery in Pottsville.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. John the Baptist Church Memorial Fund at 913 Mahantongo Street, Pottsville, PA 17901.

Please send condolences to www.robertaevansjrfh.com

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Doris M. Shade, age 91, of Gratz, passed away Monday, September 28, 2020 at her residence.

She was born on Friday, April 19, 1929, in Hegins, a daughter of the late Paul L Masser and the late Elda K Reed Masser.

She was a graduate of the former Hegins Twp High School and Central Penn Business College.

She was the owner of the former Masser's Store, Hegins.

She was a member of St. Paul's United Church of Christ, Sacramento; where she was very active in church activities, and a member of the Northern Cluster of Churches.

Doris was also a Weight Watcher leader for twenty-five years, a member of the Gratz Fair Association, the Gratz Historical Society, and the Lykens Twp Grange.

Her husband, Allen A Shade, passed away in 2000. She was also preceded in death by a grandson, Mark Helwig.

She is survived by two sons, Thomas L Leitzel and his wife Jeanne of Hendersonville, NC, and Timothy P Leitzel and his wife Patti of Millersburg; a daughter, Christine Behm and her husband Robert of Wyomissing; two step sons, Gary Shade and his wife Sue of Halifax, and David Shade of Millersburg; a step daughter, Debbie Kreitzer of Port Trevorton; a granddaughter, Angela Helwig and her fiancé Rick Price II; a grandson, Jay Leitzel and his fiancé Kayla Williams; and several other grandchildren; and a sister, Marjorie Comella of Gates Mills, OH.

Visitation will be held from 10:00 am to 11:00 am on Friday, October 2, 2020, at the Buffington-Reed Funeral Home, Valley View. Please follow COVID-19 guidelines for the visitation.

Following the visitation the procession will leave the funeral home for graveside services at Union Cemetery, Gratz, with Rev. Raymond Holland officiating

A memorial service will be held at St. Paul's United Church of Christ, Sacramento, at a later date.

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

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Glenn Darrell Matejick, 80, of Ringtown, passed away Monday, September 28th, 2020 after fighting a brave battle against Parkinson's Disease.

Glenn was born in Ashland, on April 3, 1940, a son of the late Dorothy M. (Griffiths) Matejick and John J. Matejick.

Upon graduating the former Ashland High School in 1959, Glenn served his country for four years as a jet aircraft mechanic in the United States Air Force. He continued his military service with the United States Army National Guard at Ft. Indiantown Gap for over 27 years until his retirement as a Staff Sergeant. Glenn received many citations for his service during his military career.

He was a member of St. Mary's Roman Catholic church in Ringtown.

Glenn is survived by his wife of 54 years, Valeria S. (Hardy) Matejick.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Ronald E. Matejick.

Glenn loved God and his family. He was a kind, caring, and loving husband and father who will be dearly missed. Along with his wife Valeria, he is survived by three daughters, Suzanne C., wife of Steven Carter; Gayle A., wife of Daniel Malick and Valerie A. Matejick.

A sister, Michelle Jacobs, and a brother, John J. Matejick, survive as do his two grandchildren, Lauren M. Malick and Joseph D. Carter, along with nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be private at the Indiantown Gap National Cemetery.

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Mr. Daniel J. Pascavage, age 75, of Delano, died Monday morning at Hometown Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. 

Born in at the former Locust Mountain Hospital he was the son of the late John and Stasia (Cytrynowicz) Pascavage. He was a 1963 graduate of Mahanoy Area High School and served with the United States Coast Guard. He retired from PPL Electric Utilities as a Transportation Mechanic Leader. He was a member of St. Mary's Byzantine Catholic Church in Mahanoy City. He was a member of, Past President, Treasurer, and Chief Engineer of the Humane Fire Company in Mahanoy City, the Rescue Hook and Ladder in Shenandoah, the Delano Fire Company and a social member of the West End Fire and Rescue in Mahanoy City. He was past president of the Schuylkill County Firefighters Association, Schuylkill County Historical Fire Society and was Mahanoy City Fire Department person of the year in 2005. He was a Pennsylvania State Fire Instructor Emeritus and was a Red Cross First Aid and CPR instructor. He was also a member of Masonic Cedar Lodge #378 F & AM of Mount Carmel, the Bearshead Sportsman Association and the Anthracite Craftsman Club. 

Survivors include his wife the former Ann Jenkins, a son Bruce and his companion Janice Yashinsky of Barnesville, a daughter Tanya Ambrose and her husband Jason of Selinsgrove, a brother John and his wife Mary of Perkasie and a sister Constance Van Saun and her husband Garth of Harrisburg, grandchildren Rachel Tempest of Greenville, SC, Dimitri Pascavage of Barnesville, Carlee and Brayden Ambrose of Selinsgrove. 

Relatives and friends are invited to attend Divine Liturgy with Office of Christian Burial to be celebrated by the Rev. James Carroll on Monday at 11 AM from St. Mary's Byzantine Catholic Church in Mahanoy City. Friends may call at the church on Monday beginning at 9:30 AM until time of Liturgy. A mask must be worn by all guests. 

Contributions in Dan's name to the PA Wounded Warriors, INC, 1117 Country Club Road, Camp Hill, PA 17011 or St. Jude's Children's Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN 38105 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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Schuylkill County Weather Forecast: September 30th, 2020

September 29, 2020, 8:41 pm
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Schuylkill County Weather Forecast: September 30th, 2020


Wednesday - Clouds and Sun - High in the Lower 60's
Wednesday Night - Clear - Low near 50

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Thursday - Sunny - High in the Lower 60's
Thursday Night - Clear Early, Showers Overnight - Low in the Lower 40's

Friday - Showers Early - High near 60
Friday Night - Clear - Low near 40

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Saturday - Clouds and Sun - High near 60

Sunday  - Clouds and Sun, Showers Late - High in the Lower 60's

Monday - Showers - High near 60

Tuesday - Clouds and Sun - High in the Lower 60's

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Winning Pennsylvania Lottery Numbers for Tuesday, September 30th, 2020

September 29, 2020, 9:06 pm
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Winning Pennsylvania Lottery Numbers for Tuesday, September 30th, 2020


Evening Number

Wild Number

3

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Pick 2

4 - 7

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Pick 3

3 - 8 - 0

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Pick 4

1 - 6 - 0 - 8

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Pick 5

2 - 6 - 9 - 6 - 5

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Cash 4 Life

6 - 10 - 37 - 46 - 52

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Cash 5

3 - 12 - 20 - 26 - 37

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Match 6

10 - 16 - 27 - 36 - 39 - 43

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Mega Millions

14 - 39 - 43 - 44 - 67 - MB 19 - MP - 3

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Daytime Number

Wild Number

0

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Pick 2

7 - 3

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Pick 3

6 - 3 - 3

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Pick 4

5 - 1 - 6 - 5

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Pick 5

6 - 1 - 8 - 5 - 5

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Treasure Hunt

4 - 8 - 9 - 11 - 15


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State Legislators Announce Grant Funding for 8 Schuylkill County Park Improvement Projects

September 30, 2020, 11:45 am
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Seven municipalities in Schuylkill County received grants totaling $600,000 from the 2020 Community Conservation Partnerships Program for eight projects that will go towards making improvements for various parks, according to Senator David G. Argall, Representative Mike Tobash, Representative Jerry Knowles, and Representative Neal Goodman.
“I am thankful that these projects received these well-deserved grants,” said Argall. “These projects will be a great benefit for communities across Schuylkill County.”

“I’m glad to see the conservation grants will be going to good use in Frailey and Porter Townships,” said Tobash. “In these difficult times, outdoor recreation is important for our citizens, and the much-needed upgrades for Good Spring Park and Reinerton Playground will be good for the communities.”

“This is great news for our community,” said Knowles. “Grants like this help support recreation and conservation opportunities, which help make the 124th Legislative District a better place to live, work and play. In addition, it creates jobs for the area. These grants show a tremendous example of what can be accomplished when community and state government leaders work together.”

“Now, more than ever, people are looking to spend more time in the great outdoors. These grants will help them do just that,” said Goodman.

East Union Township received $50,000 to rehabilitate American Legion Park. This project will include the construction of a pedestrian walkway and the installation of new play equipment.

Frailey Township received $200,000 for the development of the Good Spring Park and Trail. This project will include the construction of 1.3 miles of trail, parking lot, and an observation area.

Porter Township received $100,000 for the rehabilitation of Reinerton Playground. This project will include the construction of pedestrian walkways as well as the installation of new playground equipment.

Reilly Township received $70,000 for the development of Memorial Park. This project will include the construction of a gazebo as well as a parking area and pedestrian walkways.

Rush Township received $70,000 for the further development of two parks: Grier City Park and Miller Park. Both projects will include the construction of a pavilion as well as stormwater management measures.

Saint Clair Borough will receive $50,000 for the rehabilitation of their little league field. This project will include the renovation of the ballfield and pedestrian walkways as well as the installation of fencing.

West Penn Township will receive $60,000 for the further development of J.E. Morgan Park. This project will include the construction of comfort stations, a pavilion, shade structures, and utilities.
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Schuylkill County Police Reports: September 30th, 2020

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 A collection of police reports received from Schuylkill County law enforcement.

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Woman Cited for Harassment After Altercation in Shenandoah

According to the Pennsylvania State Police at Frackville, the incident occurred on Monday, September 28th, 2020 around 2:00pm in the 400 Block of West Coal Street.

Police say Tiffany Koncsler, 32, of Shenandoah and a 51 year old woman got into a verbal altercation that turned physical.  Koncsler allegedly pushed the other woman in the chest, grabbed her by the wrist, and scratched her neck.

Koncsler then fled the scene.

State Police say Koncsler will be cited for harassment.

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Shenandoah Woman Facing Drug Charges After Traffic Stop

According to the Pennsylvania State Police at Frackville, on September 6th, 2020, around 7:00pm, a traffic stop was conducted on Altamont Boulevard in West Mahanoy Township on Rayna Honsby, 27, of Shenandoah.

Honsby was found to be in possession of a controlled substance and is facing charges of possession of a controlled substance, possession of drug paraphernalia, driving with a suspended or revoked license, and other traffic violations.

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Pottsville Man Facing Charges After Assaulting Family Member

According to the Pennsylvania State Police at Schuylkill Haven, on September 24th, 2020, troopers were dispatched to the Minersville Llewellyn Highway in Branch Township for a report of an assault.

An investigation revealed that Taylor Simms-Lesher, 26, of Pottsville punched another man in the face twice with a closed fist.  Police say Simms-Lesher and the victim are family members.  

Simms-Lesher was charged with simple assault and harassment and locked up in Schuylkill County Prison on $10,000 (10%) bail set by Magisterial District Judge David Plachko.  Simms-Lesher later posted bail and was released.

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State Police Investigate Check Forgery

According to the Pennsylvania State Police at Schuylkill Haven, on September 23rd, 2020, around 6:15pm, troopers responded to a report of check forgery in West Brunswick Township.

Police learned that someone forged multiple checks under the victims name.  The investigation is still ongoing.

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Hershey Man Charged with Assault

According to the Pennsylvania State Police at Schuylkill Haven,  on September 3rd, 2020, around 11:00am, troopers were dispatched to Suedberg Road in Pine Grove Township for a report of a disturbance.

When police arrived, they found Fred Dixon, 43, of Hershey engaged in a physical altercation with another man inside a hotel room.

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