Orwigsburg News

Schuylkill County- Autopsy results are inconclusive in connection with the death of a Schuylkill County homicide victim.

Everything seems to be coming earlier these days, from strange weather to bizarre human behavior often associated with the hot, hazy days of midsummer.

Frank Andruscavage/Times-Shamrock Photo A Schuylkill County deputy coroner walks in front of an all terrain vehicle that carries the body of Bryan Smith and members of the Landingville Fire Co, down from a wooded area Tuesday morning.

Twenty-nine first offenders, charged with non-violent criminal acts, were placed in the Accelerated Rehabilative Disposition probation program by Senior Judge D. Michael Stine in Schuylkill County court.

State police in eastern Pennsylvania say two men have been charged in the death of another man allegedly left tied to a tree for almost a day.

South Manheim Township, Schuylkill County- State police at the Schuylkill Haven Barracks say they are investigating a homicide.

Two people are in custody in connection with the death of a man whose body was found in a wooded area.

Things are humming along at Fessler USA near Orwigsburg. All kinds of clothes are made at the plant.

State Police are trying to figure out just who swindled a 69-year old Orwigsburg woman out of nearly $8000. The senior citizen was taken for thousands of dollars after con artists contacted her multiple time telling her she was a lucky prize winner.

Access Services is holding a Lifesharing and Therapeutic Foster Care Open House May 15 from 1 to 7 p.m. at its offices in Orwigsburg and Tamaqua.

A New Ringgold businessman filed a civil action against a beer distribution firm in Schuylkill County court over an alleged breach of agreement.