POTTSVILLE, Pa. — Schuylkill County commissioners unanimously approved a revised tax exemption schedule for two proposed logistics facilities at Highridge Business Park on , despite public concerns about the timing of the vote and the opportunity to review the proposal.
Commissioners also authorized a separate application for $788,385 in state transportation funding to rehabilitate Keystone Boulevard within the business park.
The debate continued beyond the stage Tuesday night as Republican Congressman Dan Meuser and Democratic challenger Rachel Wallace met with reporters to defend their records, challenge each other’s claims and discuss issues facing Pennsylvania’s 9th Congressional District.
Following the , forum hosted by the Schuylkill Chamber of Commerce at Penn State Schuylkill, Meuser addressed questions about his investments, congressional term limits and availability to constituents. Wallace pushed back against his characterization of her political views and outlined proposals aimed at reducing costs and expanding local recovery services.
Obituaries published for the Schuylkill County area on , including remembrances and available service information for Richard J. Updegrove and Donalene M. Platts.
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Eight Schuylkill County-area high school football games are scheduled for Week 9 of the 2026 season, with seven matchups Friday, October 23, and one Saturday, October 24.
Friday’s schedule includes undefeated Shamokin visiting Blue Mountain and North Schuylkill traveling to Pottsville. Williams Valley visits Shenandoah Valley on Saturday for a 1 p.m. kickoff.
Blue Mountain and Schuylkill Haven advanced to the 2026 Schuylkill League girls’ soccer championship with semifinal victories on , at North Schuylkill.
Blue Mountain defeated Minersville 5–1, while Schuylkill Haven shut out North Schuylkill 5–0. The winners will meet for the league title Thursday at 7 p.m.
POTTSVILLE — Pottsville police are renewing their appeal for information about Zachary Vidal, whose disappearance remains under active investigation nearly four years after he was last seen on .
SCHUYLKILL HAVEN, Pa. — Republican Congressman Dan Meuser and Democratic challenger Rachel Wallace traded criticism over healthcare, household costs, tariffs and immigration during a debate at Penn State Schuylkill.
Bob Carl, president of the Schuylkill Chamber of Commerce, moderated the forum, which featured questions gathered from public submissions and chamber committees.
Wallace repeatedly turned toward Meuser during her speaking time to question his voting record, stock portfolio, and positions on data centers and foreign trade. Carl clarified that when Wallace directed questions to Meuser during her three minutes, he interpreted them as invitations for an immediate response and allowed Meuser time to answer.
Schuylkill County’s weather forecast for , calls for sunshine and a high near 63°F. Morning frost is possible Thursday through Saturday, with dry weather continuing into next week.
Obituaries published for the Schuylkill County area on , including remembrances and available service information for Stanley T. Markus and Daniel E. Weikel Jr.
POTTSVILLE — A Pottsville man faces assault, strangulation and theft charges after police say he attacked a woman during a domestic incident and left in her vehicle with her cellphone.
Pottsville Police identified the suspect as Jonah Beaver, 43, of Pottsville. South Whitehall Township Police later recovered the vehicle and took him into custody, according to Pottsville Police.
Blue Mountain and Pine Grove Area will meet for the 2026 Schuylkill League boys’ soccer championship after earning semifinal victories Monday, October 19, at North Schuylkill.
Blue Mountain defeated North Schuylkill, 3–1, while Pine Grove Area edged Minersville, 4–3. The boys’ championship is scheduled for Thursday, October 22, at 5 p.m. at North Schuylkill.
Pine Grove Area and Panther Valley advanced to the Schuylkill League volleyball semifinals with quarterfinal victories Monday, October 19, 2026, at Minersville.
Pine Grove Area defeated Marian Catholic in five sets, 3–2, to earn a matchup with Division 1 champion Pottsville. Panther Valley swept Nativity BVM, 3–0, to advance against Division 2 champion Tri-Valley.
Schuylkill County’s forecast for , calls for sunshine and a high near 65°F. Mostly clear skies will follow Tuesday night, with patchy fog possible after 4 a.m. and a low around 39°F.
Dry weather continues through the extended outlook, with daytime highs ranging from the mid-50s to the mid-60s. Patchy fog is also forecast late Wednesday night into Thursday morning.
Schuylkill Haven Area senior Lydia Hartz has surpassed 500 career assists, adding a milestone to her final season with the Lady Canes volleyball team.
The team recognized Hartz following its , match against Weatherly, reporting her career total at 520 assists.
Obituaries published for the Schuylkill County area on .