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Deadly ATV crash in Schuylkill County
ASHLAND, SCHUYLKILL CO. (WOLF) — An ATV crash in Schuylkill County left one person dead. According to Skook News, after 8 p.m. Wednesday, crews were called to the are of 300 North 9th Street in a wooded area in Ashland for an ATV rollover. The coroner's office was called...
Locally-owned Lebanon Co. cafe announces closure
NORTH CORNWALL TOWNSHIP, Pa. (WHTM) — A local breakfast and lunch cafe in Lebanon County recently announced that they will be closing their doors for good in the coming days. Cafe Panache is a locally sourced cafe with a ‘French flair’ that first opened its doors at 931 Russell...
Officer narrowly escapes harm when police car goes up in flames
KUTZTOWN, Pa. - It was scary night for a young officer from Hamburg Police Department when he narrowly escaped serious harm, or worse, after his patrol car caught fire. "The officer who is involved in it is obviously shaken," said Hamburg Police Chief Anthony Kuklinski. "It's not every day of the week you drive down the road and your patrol vehicle you're assigned to breaks into flames."
Mt. Gretna Summer Concerts announces schedule for 2024 season
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Schuylkill County man dies after Berks County crash
BETHEL TOWNSHIP, BERKS COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU)— A Schuylkill County man died in the hospital after crashing in Berks County Tuesday afternoon. Pennsylvania State Police say the crash happened in the area of State Route 183 and Appalachian National Scenic Trail Tuesday around 2:30 p.m. Troopers say when they arrived on the scene they found the car […]
Suspending local law enforcement in Girardville
GIRARDVILLE, SCHUYLKILL COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Last month, people living in a Schuylkill County borough put pen to paper and voted on the fate of their police force. On Wednesday, the results of that vote were made public, will they keep their police department or dissolve it? Just a month ago, Girardville residents weighed the pros […]
Lebanon County man faces 11 years in prison for his role in January 6 attack
A Lebanon County man faces 11 years in prison for his role in the Jan. 6 attack on the U.S. Leo Brent Bozell IV was convicted last year on seven felonies and three misdemeanors. Sentencing is scheduled for May 17. The Justice Department is seeking a terrorism sentencing enhancement on...
Million Dollar Lottery Ticket Sold In Reading
The lucky winner earned the top prize playing the Million Dollar Cashfall scratch-off game, according to state gaming officials. Reading Beverage at 1257 North 9th St. will receive a $5,000 bonus for selling the winning ticket. Scratch-off prizes expire one year after the date of purchase. All winners should immediately...
Mice droppings in rear storage area: Lebanon County restaurant inspections, May 6, 2024
The Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture, 866-366-3723, uses a risk-based inspection reporting process for restaurants and other food handlers. Tony’s Roma Pizzeria, 52 W. Main St. Myerstown, April 24. Pass. The floor/wall juncture in rear storage area is not coved and closed to 1/32 inch. Evidence of mice (droppings) in rear storage area and closet.
Stolen Car Found Crashed In Schuylkill County: State Police
The car, an 850i, crashed near Blue Mountain Drive in West Penn Township sometime on Monday, authorities said. The occupants ran from the crash and police searched a "large perimeter" near Blue Mountain Drive, Route 309, and Fort Franklin Road using drones and canine units, according to troopers. Around 2...
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