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Man’s death attributed to hospital staff failure, coroner says

MAHONING TWP., MONTOUR COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — The Montour County Coroner released details about a man found dead at a Geisinger mental health facility, attributing his death to staff failure. Montour County Coroner’s Office, Mahoning Township Police, and the Montour County District Attorney have completed the death investigation of Anthony Fisher of Dushore. Authorities stated Anthony […]

Montour County, PA · 5h

Newswatch 16

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Heisler's Creamery opens Christmas display, attraction in Schuylkill County

Schuylkill County, PA · 1d

The Shenandoah (PA) Sentinel

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Road project begins Wednesday in North’d County

KULPMONT – A $4.1 Million project to resurface Route 61 between Shamokin and Kulpmont begins... The article Road project begins Wednesday in North’d County first appeared on The Shenandoah Sentinel .

Kulpmont, PA · 2d

breweriesinpa.com

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Covered Bridge Brewhaus To Close December 31 After 11 Years In Shamokin

Covered Bridge Brewhaus, located at 506 N. 8th St. in Shamokin, will close its doors on December 31 after 11 years in business. Owner and brewmaster Eric Kuijpers and Cindy Popewczak shared the news in a video posted to the brewery’s Facebook page on November 5, saying they felt “it wasn’t right to just make a Facebook post.”

Shamokin, PA · 3d
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The Shenandoah (PA) Sentinel

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Amazon to occupy second warehouse atop Vulcan Hill

VULCAN – A tenant has been found for the second warehouse built on the site... The article Amazon to occupy second warehouse atop Vulcan Hill first appeared on The Shenandoah Sentinel .

Shenandoah, PA · 2d

WOLF

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Shikellamy to play for first district title in 16 years

The last time Shikellamy had 9 wins in a season was in 2017. Since then, the Braves program has only won 11 games up until last season when. Mike Hoover took over his alma mater and led them to 5 wins. Thomas Pollock, Shikellamy Senior says, “I think it's really...

Sunbury, PA · 15h

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LVEDC seeks interest in rehabbing old YMCA property in Lebanon city

Lebanon Valley Economic Development Corporation officials conducted a tour of the vacant YMCA at Willow and Ninth streets on Friday, Nov. 6, to drum up community support for renovations of the dilapidated building. “The purpose was to raise awareness about the property being for sale,” said LVEDC president and CEO...

Lebanon, PA · 9h

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This Little-Known Restaurant In Pennsylvania Will Serve You The Best French Fries Of Your Life

A walk-up window built in the early 1950s still serves soft-serve ice cream at this little roadside spot. Inside, the menu lists cheese fries, chili cheese fries, and fries with gravy for dipping. That’s the kind of detail that makes me hit the brakes. The building first went up in...

Pennsylvania · 2d

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Bridge Work To Cause Delays On Route 54

DANVILLE — Drivers along Route 54 in Montour County can expect more and longer delays next week as a $30 million intersection and bridge reconstruction continues. PennDOT says crews will begin moving a crane into position Monday to remove existing beams from the Mahoning Creek bridge. The work is...

Montour County, PA · 9h

The Shenandoah (PA) Sentinel

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Mahanoy Twp. adds data center regulations as developer mulls old power plant site

MAHANOY CITY – Mahanoy Township voted to adopt regulations pertaining to data centers a week... The article Mahanoy Twp. adds data center regulations as developer mulls old power plant site first appeared on The Shenandoah Sentinel .

Mahanoy City, PA · 2d

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Northumberland Commissioners Split Over Maintaining Property Tax Rate

SUNBURY — On a sharply divided 2-1 vote Thursday, the Northumberland County commissioners seek court approval to maintain the county’s current property tax rate. Commissioner Meghan Beck opposed the request and questioned whether recent savings and increased revenue could allow the county to reduce taxes. Beck said, “We’ve been in a mode of just paying the bills and we aren’t improving the economics of our community. There’s a lot of activities we could potentially be involved in, which would help improve the economics of our county.”

Sunbury, PA · 9h

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Montour County Trails Face Hunting Season Closures

DANVILLE — Trail users in Montour County are being reminded to take extra precautions as hunting season continues. The Montour Area Recreation Commission says deer archery season runs through November 20, followed by firearms season beginning November 28. MARC says Hopewell Park and Danville Borough Farm trails will close...

Montour County, PA · 3d

The Shenandoah (PA) Sentinel

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Ryan Township approves purchase of new police cruiser

BARNESVILLE – One of the oldest police cruisers still in service in our area is... The article Ryan Township approves purchase of new police cruiser first appeared on The Shenandoah Sentinel .

Barnesville, PA · 2d

Skook News

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Schuylkill County Native Named Principal of St. Joseph Center for Special Learning

SCHUYLKILL HAVEN — St. Joseph Center for Special Learning has named Elisabeth Hughes as its new principal, bringing an educator with 24 years of experience and local ties to lead its programs for children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Hughes will serve as the center’s chief executive and educational leader, overseeing both its school-age program and Adult Program. She succeeds Bob Giba, who became principal in 2019. Experience in Schuylkill County Schools An Orwigsburg native, Hughes spent more than two decades in the Schuylkill Haven Area School District, where she taught first and third grades before serving as a Title I reading specialist from 2014 to 2024. During that time, she worked with fellow Title I teachers to develop an Orton-Gillingham reading curriculum for kindergarten and second grade. Since January 2025, Hughes has worked as a reading interventionist in the Blue Mountain School District. She holds a bachelor’s degree in elementary education from Elizabethtown College, a master’s degree in education from Alvernia University and a reading specialist certificate from Wilkes University. She also is certified in special education and the Orton-Gillingham approach to reading instruction and has training in Science of Reading methods. “Elisabeth Hughes has spent her

Schuylkill County, PA · 2d

Victory Bell Rings

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Full guide to Penn State wrestling’s opening match vs. Bloomsburg, how to watch, key debuts, and more

It's Year 18 of the Cael Sanderson experience and, of course, it arrives with more national title expectations.

State College, PA · 1d

The Shenandoah (PA) Sentinel

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Legislators, community leaders cut ribbon on Tamaqua dental clinic

TAMAQUA – A former pharmacy in eastern Schuylkill County is now a training ground for... The article Legislators, community leaders cut ribbon on Tamaqua dental clinic first appeared on The Shenandoah Sentinel .

Tamaqua, PA · 3d

Wellsboro Gazette

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Danville Route 11 paving finishes two weeks early

Danville, Pa. — A $1.6 million paving project on Route 11 in Danville Borough and Mahoning Township, Montour County, is complete, PennDOT announced Tuesday. The project finished two weeks ahead of schedule, the department said. HRI, Inc. was the prime contractor for the resurfacing between Railroad Street in Danville Borough and Clinic Road in Mahoning Township. Work included base repairs, milling, resurfacing, line painting and sign upgrades. Work began Oct. 5 and was completed the week of Nov. 10.

Danville, PA · 2d

Skook News

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Orwigsburg Attorney Lora J. McDonald Announces Bid for Schuylkill County Magisterial District Judge

ORWIGSBURG — Attorney Lora J. McDonald has announced her candidacy for magisterial district judge in District Court 21-3-03, serving Orwigsburg and surrounding communities, in the 2027 election. McDonald, an Orwigsburg resident with more than 30 years of legal experience, cited her work in private practice, public defense and courtroom litigation as preparation for the position. “After more than 30 years of practicing law in Schuylkill County, I believe my experience, knowledge, and dedication to public service have prepared me for the responsibility of serving as Magisterial District Judge,” McDonald said in her announcement. Legal Experience and Education Her legal practice has included criminal defense, family law, custody, child support, estates, guardianships, real estate and personal injury matters. “Throughout my career, I have represented individuals and families from all walks of life. My experience in private practice, as an Assistant Public Defender, and in the courtroom has given me a strong understanding of the law and the importance of treating every individual with fairness, dignity, and respect,” she said. A 1986 honors graduate of Nativity BVM High School, McDonald earned a Bachelor of Arts in Politics from DeSales University in 1990, graduating summa cum laude. She received her Juris Doctor from

Orwigsburg, PA · 2d