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Shenandoah woman accused of attacking teenage son with scissors

WEST MAHANOY TWP., SCHUYLKILL CO, (WOLF) — A 51-year-old Shenandoah woman was arrested after state police said she attacked her 17-year-old son with scissors during a domestic altercation. Troopers responded Oct. 6 to a report of a domestic dispute at a home at 136 Schuylkill Avenue. Police identified the...

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Four Schuylkill County Residents Charged in Undercover Drug Investigations Involving Methamphetamine and Fentanyl

Four Schuylkill County residents face drug charges following investigations into alleged sales of methamphetamine and fentanyl to undercover law enforcement officers, according to criminal complaints, affidavits and court records. Those charged include Ashley Marie Licona, 34, of Pottsville; Vanna Marie McCabe, 40, of Pottsville; Richard Lee Bealer, 44, of New Ringgold; and Roy Reubin Kesten II, 37, of Pottsville. Investigators allege Kesten helped arrange multiple purchases from other defendants, sometimes receiving money for facilitating the transactions. According to the affidavits, the purchases occurred between May and September 2026, primarily in Pottsville, along with a separate fentanyl purchase in McAdoo. The Pottsville cases were filed November 6 through the office of Magisterial District Judge James Reiley. The Schuylkill County District Attorney's Office is listed as the arresting agency. Alleged Sales Involving Ashley Licona According to the affidavits, undercover officers arranged several purchases from Licona near her residence at 409 East Norwegian Street in Pottsville. Investigators allege an officer paid Licona $200 on July 9 for a substance later determined by a Pennsylvania State Police laboratory to weigh 0.36 grams and contain fentanyl. During a second alleged purchase on July 15, an officer was provided $360 for the transaction. According to the

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Former State Rep. Bob Allen Dies at 81; Schuylkill County Leaders Remember His Service

Former state Rep. Robert “Bob” Allen , a former Pottsville mayor who represented the 125th Legislative District for 18 years, has died at age 81. Local elected officials and Republican leaders remembered Allen for his decades of public service, his guidance to fellow elected officials, and the role he and his late wife, Peggy, played in Schuylkill County politics. Local Leaders Remember Bob Allen Gary Feathers Reflects on Decades of Service Gary T. Feathers, chairman of the Schuylkill County Republican Committee, described Allen as “another pillar of the Schuylkill County Republican Party.” “Alongside his beloved wife, Peggy, whom we sadly lost this past September, Bob played an instrumental role in helping grow, strengthen, and shape our party over the past 40 years,” Feathers said. “Their commitment, leadership, and unwavering dedication to the Republican Party and our community will not be forgotten,” he added. “The loss of both Bob and Peggy is deeply felt, and they will be sincerely missed by all who had the privilege of knowing and working alongside.” Tim Twardzik Remembers Allen’s Guidance State Rep. Tim Twardzik remembered Allen as a true statesman who provided an example of how to represent the community. “He offered support and more

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Ashland Man Cited for Allegedly Dumping Rubbish Along Butler Township Road

An Ashland man has been cited by Butler Township Police for allegedly depositing rubbish along a township road. According to a non-traffic citation filed November 9, 2026 , Max Ramirez Miranda is accused of scattering rubbish along a highway in the area of 225 Dutchtown Road in Butler Township. The citation lists the alleged offense as occurring at approximately 8:34 a.m. Monday, November 9. Police charged Ramirez Miranda with scattering rubbish upon land or into a stream under Pennsylvania’s Crimes Code. Police Seek $79.16 in Cleanup Restitution Police are requesting $79.16 in restitution to Butler Township for cleanup costs. The citation also lists a fine, along with additional costs and fees. The citation does not provide further details about the material allegedly discarded or the circumstances of the incident. The charge is an allegation. Ramirez Miranda is presumed innocent unless proven guilty.

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District XI Football Scores: Schuylkill County Playoff Results, November 13–14

Follow District XI football playoff results for Schuylkill County teams on November 13–14, 2026, including the Class 1A and Class 2A championships and a Class 4A semifinal. Williams Valley faces Tri-Valley for the Class 1A title, Schuylkill Haven meets Northern Lehigh in the Class 2A final, and Blue Mountain takes on Lehighton in the Class 4A semifinals. Scoreboard note: A dash (—) means a final score has not yet been reported. Final scores will be added as results become available. Friday, November 13, 2026: Championship Results Class 1A Championship Location: Blue Mountain Williams Valley vs. Tri-Valley — District XI Class 1A Final Team Final Score Williams Valley 40 Tri-Valley 7 Class 2A Championship Location: North Schuylkill Schuylkill Haven vs. Northern Lehigh — District XI Class 2A Final Team Final Score Northern Lehigh 40 Schuylkill Haven 13 Saturday, November 14, 2026: Semifinal Result Class 4A Semifinal Location: Blue Mountain Blue Mountain vs. Lehighton — District XI Class 4A Semifinal Team Final Score Blue Mountain — Lehighton —

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Teen arrested, charged as adult for alleged stabbing

BLOOMSBURG, COLUMBIA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A teenager in Bloomsburg was arrested after police said he stabbed one victim in the arm with a knife and chased another. Brandon Frields, 17, of Berwick, was arrested Thursday in connection to a Nov. 1 stabbing on East Second Street, according to the Bloomsburg Police Department. Frields faces several […]

Bloomsburg, PA · 2d

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Schuylkill County Marriage Licenses: November 7–13, 2026

The Schuylkill County Register of Wills public index lists eight marriage licenses with official issued dates from Saturday, November 7, 2026 , through Friday, November 13, 2026 . The index was reviewed on Friday, November 13, 2026 . Issuance of a marriage license does not confirm that the couple married. Schuylkill County Marriage Licenses by Issued Date Saturday, November 7, 2026 No marriage licenses with this issued date were listed in the index. Sunday, November 8, 2026 No marriage licenses with this issued date were listed in the index. Monday, November 9, 2026 Damian Robert Sharp and Ashley Nicole Babarsky Michael William Ouly and Gabrielle Elizabeth Markiewicz Tuesday, November 10, 2026 No marriage licenses with this issued date were listed in the index. Wednesday, November 11, 2026 No marriage licenses with this issued date were listed in the index. Thursday, November 12, 2026 Jesse James Lawrence Rogers and Tiffany Marie Staver Richard Bruno and Annie Cordero-Ruiz Carl Anthony Pollard and Victoria F Marteslo Cody Matthew Cleaver and Skylar Lin Bartholomew Friday, November 13, 2026 David Arthur Dries and Linda Ann Noecker Joel William Huffman and Taylor Ann Maskerines Total: Eight couples. Dates with no licenses listed: November 7, 8, 10

Schuylkill County, PA · 1d

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Pennsylvania’s Oldest Pizzeria Still Uses The Same Recipe From Day One

A worker misspelled pizza on an advertising sign back in 1933, and the family simply kept it. Ninety-plus years later, that funny word still hangs proudly on the sign out front. The odd spelling became a badge of local pride in a coal-country corner of Pennsylvania. It shows up in...

Hazleton, PA · 1d

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Schuylkill Crossing Swing Bridge open after 8 years of construction

The long-awaited Schuylkill Crossing Swing Bridge has opened after eight years of construction, and seventeen years of planning. The Streets Department of Transportation (StreetsDOT), Schuylkill River Development Corporation, and Pennsylvania Department of Transportation held a ribbon cutting Nov. 13 to celebrate its completion. The 415-foot-long bridge connects South and Southwest...

Philadelphia, PA · 1d

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Blue Mountain's Offensive Line Is Built Different, And District 11 Is NOT Ready

Ncaaf on gradient background - Created by the Sports On Tap desk | Source : Sports On Tap (team logos property of their respective owners) It's been almost two decades, man, since the Blue Mountain Eagles last hoisted a District 11 championship. Think about that: 2007 was the last time, when they dropped Northwestern 23-6 […]

Schuylkill Haven, PA · 1d

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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 […]

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Search for missing man in Carbon County ends

CARBON COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — State police were searching for a man reported missing in Carbon County. PSP Lehighton is actively searching for a 33-year-old man who has since been found safe.

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Schuylkill Haven, PA · 19h

Skip The Chains And Head To This Pennsylvania Diner For Breakfast That Feels Like A Warm Hug

Your morning drive just got a mirror-bright destination in Schuylkill Haven, and its name is the Manheim Diner. This chrome-covered classic is built for people who think breakfast should come with a side of comfort. Let’s talk about the building first, because it’s the kind of thing you notice from...

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Luzerne County couple killed in New Jersey crash

(WBRE/WYOU) — A Luzerne County couple, engaged to be married, were killed when the vehicle they were passengers in was struck by another car in New Jersey. Anthony Pizzo, 32, and Lindsey Clarke, 33, both from Wyoming, were killed in a two-vehicle crash in Old Bridge, New Jersey, last weekend. On Nov. 7, a crash […]

Luzerne County, PA · 2d

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No charges filed as Butler Township shooting investigation continues

BUTLER TWP., LUZERNE CO. (WOLF) — No charges have been filed in a shooting investigation on Edge Rock Drive, Pennsylvania State Police said in a brief update Friday. Troopers responded around 6:27 p.m. Nov. 10 to assist Butler Township police. State Police Troop N’s Criminal Investigation Unit took over the case and is investigating with the Luzerne County District Attorney’s Office.

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Luzerne County Man Get Prison Time for Near-Fatal Fentanyl Sale

Luzerne County, PA · 2d

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Penn State Student Charged With Felony Aggravated Assault After Allegedly Fracturing Another Man’s Skull

The victim was flown to Geisinger Medical Center and put into intensive care.

Danville, PA · 2d

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Two Natural Gas Power Plants Proposed In Luzerne County

SALEM TOWNSHIP — Two massive natural gas power plants could be built in Salem Township, Luzerne County, to supply a proposed data center. NorthcentralPA.com reports PPL is partnering with data center developer QTS on the project. The facilities would generate approximately 2,000 megawatts of electricity, with an estimated investment...

Luzerne County, PA · 20h

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Verizon service outage affects 911 calls for residents

(WBRE/WYOU) — The Wilkes-Barre Township Police Department posted a 911 service advisory Sunday following reports of a telephone outage from Verizon which affected residents across multiple counties in Northeastern and Central Pennsylvania. In a post to Facebook, the Wilkes-Barre Township Police Department confirmed the Luzerne County 911 communication center was aware of the service issue, […]

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