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Lansford Borough Council
Lansford Borough Council last week held off on a discussion and presentation on rental properties but moved through a number of other items on its meeting agenda. • Adopted an ordinance for a stop sign on Parkway Road near Boyer’s and Rite Aid. • Approved a resolution regarding the...
TASB approves cellphone policy Students limited to use during lunchtime
The Tamaqua Area School Board on Tuesday approved a revised policy restricting student cellphone use during the school day. Assistant Superintendent Stephen Toth said no changes or revisions were made to policy regarding electronic devices from last month, when the board approved the policy on its first reading. The policy...
Jim Thorpe trying to identify lead pipes
Jim Thorpe Borough officials are urging residents to participate in a survey designed to identify lead water lines, amid concerns over a low response rate from the community. Earlier this spring, the borough distributed informational flyers to all homes receiving water service. The flyers included details about a mandate from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency requiring municipalities to provide a comprehensive inventory of all service line information by Oct. 16.
Tamaqua police seek info on robbery attempt, stolen gun
Tamaqua police are seeking information on a man who attempted to rob a couple just before midnight Friday, and then stole a gun that one of the victims dropped during a scuffle. According to police, officers were called to an area near the American Hose Fire Company for a report...
Letter to the editor: Distance ourselves from ‘politics as usual’ fraternity
I just got a request in the mail for a donation to Donald Trump’s campaign, and I sent one. The regular, career, politicians are a fraternity that feeds on the hard work of the taxpayer. They talk, and talk, for years (decades) about taxpayer concerns, such as alternative methods for funding our schools, yet nothing changes because career politicians answer to their special interest supporters, not us, the taxpayer/voter.
Local Roundup
Towamensing and Tamaqua both earned victories in the Panther Valley 11-12-year-old Little League tournament Tuesday. Towamensing rolled to a 12-4 win over Anthracite. Charlie Borger had a triple among his two hits with an RBI and scored three runs. Cade Serfass homered and finished with two RBIs and a run scored, while Nicholas Zulic doubled, scored twice and had two walks.
Home destroyed by fire in Mount Carmel
MOUNT CARMEL – Flames dealt heavy damage to at least two buildings in this Northumberland County borough early Saturday morning. Crews were called to the 100 block of West 7th Street in the borough around 2am. Heavy fire could be seen coming from a home at 137 West 7th...
2025 NFL Draft Interview: Kurtis Ravenel Jr., WR, Kutztown University
1. What makes you a top prospect at your position in the 2025 NFL Draft?. My combination of work ethic, versatility, and playmaking abilities sets me apart as a top prospect in the 2025 NFL Draft. My dedication to improving my game is relentless, I constantly seek ways to enhance my skills and adapt to any role my team needs me to fill. Whether lining up to exploit matchups inside or outside, using my speed and yards after catch for long-play ability, high pointing and attacking the ball with strong hands in contested situations, contributing in the blocking game and physical play, or even making an impact on special teams with my return skills, I can affect the game in a number of ways.
Fire burns through home in Mount Carmel
MOUNT CARMEL, NORTHUMBERLAND COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Crews were dispatched to a home in Northumberland County Saturday morning. According to the Northumberland County Communications Center, the call came in around 1:47 a.m. for a fire at a home on West 7th Street in Mount Carmel. Officials say, no one was injured or transported. Red Cross has […]
UPDATE: Missing Child Found Safe near Mahanoy City
A missing child has been reported from Park Place Road in Mahanoy Township. Around 2:15pm, Sunday, emergency personnel were called to Park Place Road near Mahanoy City for a report of a missing child. The child has been missing for 60 minutes, described as a 1-year-old female wearing a pink...
Yuengling Stars & Stripes Summer Celebration
POTTSVILLE, Pa. — People come from all over the United States for Saturday's Yuengling Stars and Stripes Summer Celebration in Pottville's historic district. Kyla Brobst is a Pottsville native. She comes from Florida for the celebration each year. "Oh yeah! We're like right in the front; We're gonna be...
Briggs Farm Blues Festival wraps up another successful year
NESCOPECK TWP. — The 2024 edition of the Briggs Farm Blues Festival ended Saturday, but the final day still offered blues fans an impressive lineup of artists and vendors. The annual music festival, which has been held at the Briggs family farm in Nescopeck since 1998, is a three-day event. On the music side of things, fans can flock to either the Main Stage or The Back Porch to listen to national and local artists play the blues and its many offshoot genres.
Mount Carmel Firefighter Escapes Injury After Floor Fell Through
MOUNT CARMEL — Newsitem is reporting, A borough firefighter escaped injury when part of a floor inside 137 W. Seventh St. gave way during a fire early Saturday. Fire Chief Jack Williams Jr., who directed firefighting efforts at the scene, said the Clover Hose Fire Co. firefighter, whose name was unavailable, was operating on the second floor of the home when it’s believed floor boards collapsed.
Firefighter hurt battling flames in Northumberland County
MOUNT CARMEL, Pa. — A firefight was hurt while battling flames in Northumberland County. Crews responded to the home along West 7th Street in Mount Carmel just before 2 a.m. Saturday. According to the fire chief, a firefighter fell through the floor of the home. He is expected to...
Street Paving Project to Begin This Week in Ashland
A street paving project in Ashland will begin this Wednesday, July 17th, 2024, and is expected take several days to complete. The project will pave North 17th Street to Eureka Drive, around Eureka Park to North 15th, Street at Race Street. There will be no parking on these streets until...
Player Previews in 100 Days – Day 60: Jack Katulis, Bloomsburg HS
Coaches Comments: Jack started as a sophomore after taking a year off. He shook off the rust very early and made an immediate impact, establishing himself as our #1 target in the passing game. He runs great routes and is not afraid to go over the middle. He is also a very intelligent player, both in his preparation as well as game-time adjustments to what the defense gives him. He is also proven to be a solid blocker in the run game.
Yuengling’s 2024 Stars and Stripes kicks off
POTTSVILLE, SCHUYLKILL COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — An annual event put on by a beer company founded here in northeastern Pennsylvania is in full swing. Yuengling’s 2024 Stars and Stripes Summer Celebration is happening in Pottsville. Thousands of people filled the streets of downtown Pottsville for the celebration that is free to enter and provides plenty of […]
What we know about the Trump attempted assassination investigation
(BUTLER, P.A.) — As the investigation into the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump intensified Sunday, the U.S. Secret Service was coming under scrutiny as questions mounted on how the alleged gunman managed to fire a barrage of shots from the rooftop with a vantage point of the outdoor Pennsylvania rally stage Trump was speaking from.
Frackville Clinches Schuylkill Teener League Title with Victory Over Blue Mountain
On Friday evening, the Frackville Red Team won the 2024 Schuylkill Teener League Championship over Blue Mountain White. Friday's game was the third in a 3-game series with Frackville winning the first game 8-7 at Frackville, then Blue Mountain taking game 2 8-6 on their home field. Blue Mountain got...
Structure fire reported on Ridge Road in Upper Mahantongo Township
KLINGERSTOWN, Pa. — A structure fire was reported on Ridge Road in Upper Mahantongo Township Saturday evening. It was reported in the 1100 block of the road at 10:38 p.m. Emergency crews are responding to the scene. No injuries have been reported at this time. It is unclear what...
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