U.S., France offer different models for defining freedom of expression
Thirty years ago I ate my first quenelle, a dumpling shaped like a sausage. The one I ate was the real thing, made of flour, butter, eggs, milk and ground pike. Swimming in a creamy fish sauce, the...
View ArticleFamily continues quest to recover hero's remains from Korean War
Thomas Lucid remembers how he used to pray for the safe return of his Uncle Edward, who for more than three years was considered missing in action during the Korean War.But a safe return was not to...
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n Lancaster: The Second Indianhead Division Association Inc., Penn-Jersey Branch, will holds its annual reunion May 2-4 at the Continental Inn, Lancaster. All veterans of the Army's Second Infantry...
View ArticleTutors share experiences, offer tips
If she has trouble studying for a science test, Danielle Etchberger, a senior at Blue Mountain, said she might turn to a junior who's fascinated with medical science."Even if you have more and more...
View ArticleDean's list, Jan. 26, 2014
ClarionDanielle Savitsky, Frackville, was named to the dean's list with a 3.60 GPA at Clarion University for the fall semester. She is a sophomore in the Clarion University Honors Program working...
View ArticleSchuylkill Haven health fair promotes exercise
SCHUYLKILL HAVEN - A free vision screening, flu shots and a chance to learn more about being healthy were offered at the Healthy Schuylkill Haven Health Fair on Saturday in Schuylkill Haven."We're...
View ArticleSchool notes, Jan. 26, 2016
Wyo. SeminaryRyan Guers, Orwigsburg, a sophomore at Wyoming Seminary Upper School, Kingston, has been selected to serve as a representative to the annual Hugh O'Brian Youth Foundation Leadership...
View ArticleVolunteer Connection: February is American Heart, Family Fun month
This week starts February. We're halfway through the winter. This month, we recognize American Heart, Bake for Family Fun and Library Lovers Month and Random Acts of Kindness Week. Days we celebrate...
View ArticlePennsylvania Starwatch: Orion and Artemis: A love story
In last week's Starwatch, I told you about the astronomical wonders of my favorite constellation, Orion the Hunter, what I call the godfather of the sky. As soon as it's dark enough, you will be able...
View ArticleDeeds, Jan. 26, 2014
DeedsEast Union Township - Eagle Rock Resort Co. to Syrus Dominique Gabales and Wendelline Lee Chua; ; Lot 481HF3, Eagle Rock; $30,199.Eagle Rock Resort Co. to Arnel P. and Laina V. David; Lot 11HF4,...
View ArticleSoup Dinner provides meals, community spirit after the holidays
ASHLAND - The weather didn't stop three good friends from braving the cold Saturday and enjoying a free meal at the Christ's United Lutheran Church in Ashland.The Soup Dinner was a chance for a "good...
View ArticlePolice search for woman wanted on drug charges
Schuylkill County District Attorney Christine Holman and county Detective Dennis Clark are asking the public's help in locating a woman wanted for failing to appear in Schuylkill County Court as...
View Article200 enjoy Fire & Ice at Sweet Arrow
PINE GROVE - The snow and frigid temperatures didn't stop people from having fun at Sweet Arrow Lake County Park on Sunday. "It's beautiful," said Prudie Griffin, 72, of Pottsville, as she talked...
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n McAdoo: The McAdoo Fire Company sponsors weekly bingo games on Thursdays at the VFW/Strand Hall, South Kennedy Drive. Doors open at 5 p.m., early birds begin at 5:30 p.m. Regular games begin at 6...
View ArticleDeeds II, Jan. 27, 2014
DeedsCoaldale - Joseph G. Groody, sheriff of Schuylkill County, to Federal National Mortgage Association; 3 W. Ruddle St.; $1,102.48.East Union Township - Eagle Rock Resort Co. to Raul Mendoza, Rodolfo...
View ArticleOfficials release name of second person killed in Morea Road crash
MOREA - The Schuylkill County coroner's office has released the name of a second person killed in a violent head-on crash Friday afternoon in Mahanoy Township.Deputy Coroner David Truskowsky said he...
View ArticlePorcupine Pat celebrates all things "renowned" in county
When Schuylkill County celebrated its bicentennial in 2011, Patrick M. "Porcupine Pat" McKinney, Saint Clair, became fascinated by notable facts about its history."Did you know the catcher's mitt was...
View ArticleShenandoah man jailed in shotgun threat
SHENANDOAH - A Shenandoah man was jailed Sunday on charges that he threatened another man with a shotgun that afternoon.Shane Reinoehl, 27, of 345 California Ave., was arraigned on charges of felony...
View ArticlePolice log, Jan. 27, 2014
Porter Twp. mannabbed for drugsTOWER CITY - State police at Schuylkill Haven arrested a Porter Township man Thursday morning for possession and intent to deliver more than $10,000 worth of cocaine and...
View ArticleSeniors volunteer thousands of hours each year
This year marks the 30th anniversary of Schuylkill County's Retired Senior Volunteer Program and 25 years of service for one volunteer."Being that I was retired, instead of just sitting at home and...
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