FOUNTAIN SPRINGS — The sixth edition of the annual Spartan Games at North Schuylkill Junior/Senior High School saw a record turnout Tuesday, drawing 972 athletes from about 20 school districts. Read moreSpartan Games at North Schuylkill draws record turnout 💬
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Records obtained by Spotlight PA and WESA offer the most comprehensive public accounting to date of how counties across the state have used te… Read moreRecords obtained by Spotlight PA and WESA reveal how Pa. counties used tens of millions in opioid settlement dollars 💬
Organizations across Schuylkill County are gearing up for another successful Schuylkill Gives campaign. Read more5th annual Schuylkill Gives supporting local nonprofits begins at noon Wednesday 💬
One occupant of a stolen BMW 850i that crashed in West Penn Twp. and sparked a foot pursuit Monday was located and identified by law enforcement. Read moreUPDATE: One occupant of crashed stolen BMW captured Monday in West Penn Twp. 💬
POTTSVILLE — The attorney for an Ohio man charged with killing a Pottsville grandmother when he drove his car head-on into hers on Route 901 i… Read moreContinuance granted in case involving Cass Twp. homicide by vehicle; defendant in Schuylkill County courtroom 💬
SCHUYLKILL HAVEN — Schuylkill Haven once again has been recognized for its commitment to forest management by being named a 2023 Tree City USA… Read moreSchuylkill Haven again recognized as Tree City 💬
U.S. Sen. Bob Casey was in Schuylkill County on Tuesday to highlight $2 million in federal funding recently approved to help construct a new e… Read moreCasey in Schuylkill County to hlghlight funding for emergency services training facility 💬
HARRISBURG — The two-engine, eight-seat Beechcraft King Air 350i took off from a small regional airport across the Susquehanna River from Penn… Read moreGov. Josh Shapiro uses Pennsylvania’s state plane much more than his predecessor 💬
Does "The Fall Guy" deliver an explosive start to the summer movie season? Joe Baress and Rebecca Kivak review the new action blockbuster star… 💬
One of the greatest frustrations in modern medicine occurs when a safe, tried and proven treatment exists to prevent deadly disease, but it is… 💬
It’s not too much of a stretch to compare Shenandoah in the early 1900s to a town in the wild west. 💬
Worksite wellness programs have grown in popularity because they improve worker productivity and reduce health care costs. 💬
Fresh off the weekend's NFL Draft, Penn Stated hosts Donnie Collins and Sam Fremin took some time this week to discuss the landing spots for e… 💬
Lodi, a wine region tucked in California’s massive Central Valley, has always been a place where big wine producers sourced grapes for mass-pr… 💬
Pet overpopulation became problematic in the 1930s, and by the 1970s over 20 million pets were being euthanized every year. 💬
Wearing a blood-stained tutu, what does "Abigail" contribute to the vampire film genre? Joe Baress and Rebecca Kivak review the new horror flick. 💬
Several years ago, while hiking to the bottom of the Grand Canyon with my family, my wife, Esther, developed “canyon knee,” also known as “hik… 💬
In Taylor Swift’s 11th studio album “The Tortured Poets Department,” the singer delves into her past and explores themes of fame, time and los… 💬
Move over mimosa — the spritz is taking over brunch, and possibly the bar. 💬
One of the most intriguing events in Pottsville’s history began July 19, 1893. 💬
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- Baranowsky, Faye L.
- Berger, Evelyn D.
- Charters, Tamara R.
- Dankulich, Diana Marie
- Deeds, Barry G. "Bear"
- Fanok, Carole
- Gera, Sandra L.
- Gittleman, Dorothy Anne
- Haller Jr., Paul F.
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18 graduating seniors from Schuylkill County take part in Fine Arts Signing Day at Yuengling Mansion
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UPDATE: One occupant of crashed stolen BMW captured Monday in West Penn Twp.
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100-year-old's helicopter ride tops off a lifelong passion to experience all forms of transportation
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Democrat, Republican voter registrations within half-million in Pennsylvania
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New fence, trees planted at JFK Memorial Pool in Pottsville
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Stormy Daniels describes meeting Trump during occasionally graphic testimony in hush money trial
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HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL: Schuylkill falls to Colonial in All-Star Game
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Work underway on roof, HVAC repairs at Pottsville Free Public Library
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First woman postmaster general and director of ICE among inductees into Nativity's Golden Cross Society
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Sandra L. Gera, 72, of West Mahanoy Twp., passed away Saturday, March 2, at Lehigh Valley Hospital-Cedar Crest, Allentown. 💬
Records obtained by Spotlight PA and WESA offer the most comprehensive public accounting to date of how counties across the state have used te… Read moreRecords obtained by Spotlight PA and WESA reveal how Pa. counties used tens of millions in opioid settlement dollars 💬
POTTSVILLE — Volunteer firefighters filed beneath an American flag on Mahantongo Street on the way to a memorial service Sunday evening in St.… Read moreMemorial service begins Schuylkill County Volunteer Firefighters Convention in Pottsville 💬
TAMAQUA — Guests in the Tamaqua Station Restaurant are accustomed to dining in an atmosphere steeped in history. Read moreNew sycamore tables enhance decor of Tamaqua Station Restaurant, owner and customers say 💬
BARNESVILLE — Nativity BVM High School recently inducted four people into its Society of the Golden Cross, including a former head of the U.S.… Read moreFirst woman postmaster general and director of ICE among inductees into Nativity's Golden Cross Society 💬
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Social media users shared a range of false claims this week. Here are the facts: A video clip of actor Robert De Niro yelling in a crowd shows… 💬
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Rodichok pitched a seven-inning no-hitter against Panther Valley. Using 71 pitches, she struck out 10, walked one and faced one batter over th… 💬
SHENANDOAH — Fernando Chiglinsky has never allowed his hard of hearing condition to hold him back from accomplishing his goals, including to p… Read moreShenandoah Valley student will play football at college for deaf, hard of hearing 💬
HOMETOWN — Marian's softball team clinched its third consecutive Schuylkill League Division III championship Monday behind the one-hit pitchin… Read moreSCHOLASTIC SPORTS: Marian captures third D-III title in row 💬
Schuylkill County’s VISION on Monday announced the official launch of a yearlong challenge, 570 GO, which encourages people of all ages to get… Read moreSchuylkill County's VISION announces yearlong 'get outdoors' challenge 💬
PHILADELPHIA — Alec Bohm made good on his promise of the night before, faithfully returning to his third base position and cleanup spot Sunday… Read moreNot much to worry about with Bohm this season 💬
Ever wonder why election results from Florida are typically available just hours after the polls close on Election Day while in Pennsylvania, … Read moreState Senate should support pre-canvassing bill
There is no artificial intelligence without the vast trove of human knowledge. Read moreArtificial Intelligence not possible without wealth of human knowledge
Across Pennsylvania, thousands of families are waiting in limbo, unsure whether their loved ones with intellectual disabilities and autism (ID… Read moreShapiro promised to end the wait list for disability services. Now, back it up
In an election year shaping up to be one of the more consequential in recent memory, Tuesday’s primary features little drama for voters in Nor… Read moreTuesday's low-stakes primaries set the table for November
The rush of news coverage following the death last week of O.J. Simpson brought back memories of the media frenzy that surrounded his arrest a… Read moreThe O.J. trial and the case for cameras in the courtroom
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