Schuylkill County Obituaries for October 8, 2026

Obituaries published for the Schuylkill County area on Thursday, October 8, 2026. Obituaries are listed from youngest to oldest.

Mahanoy City Woman Charged with Aggravated Assault After Allegedly Throwing Hot Soup on Man, Striking Him with Pot

MAHANOY CITY — A Mahanoy City woman is facing felony assault charges after police allege she threw hot soup on her boyfriend and struck him in the head with a pot during a domestic dispute Tuesday evening.

Katura Atasa Williams, 45, was charged by Mahanoy City Police in connection with the October 6, 2026, incident.

Felony Theft Charges Against Former Shenandoah Borough Employee Held for Court

SHENANDOAH — Felony theft charges against former Shenandoah Borough employee Joseph Michalik were held for court Thursday following a brief preliminary hearing before Magisterial District Judge Anthony Kilker.

The October 8, 2026, hearing in Shenandoah lasted only a few minutes. Shenandoah Patrolman Leo Luciani, the investigating officer, was the only witness called to testify.

Mrs. T’s Celebrates National Pierogy Day with Flag Raising, Tribute to Family and Heritage in Shenandoah

SHENANDOAH — Family, heritage and hometown pride were at the heart of a National Pierogy Day flag-raising ceremony at Shenandoah Borough Hall, where Mrs. T’s Pierogies celebrated the community roots behind its nationally known brand.

Speaking during the October 8, 2026, ceremony, Mrs. T’s representative Chris Dende reflected on the generations of families who made pierogies together and the traditions that helped inspire company founder Ted Twardzik Sr.

Pottsville Salvation Army Seeks Volunteers for 2026 Red Kettle Campaign

POTTSVILLE — The Salvation Army of Pottsville is seeking volunteers, community groups and local businesses to support its 2026 Red Kettle Campaign.

The annual fundraiser helps the organization provide holiday assistance and community services throughout the year.

Man Charged After Alleged Domestic Assault in Orwigsburg

ORWIGSBURG — A Schuylkill Haven man is facing charges after police allege he assaulted his fiancé during a domestic incident in Orwigsburg late Monday night.

Kyle Patrick Murphy, 38, was charged by Orwigsburg Borough Police with misdemeanor simple assault and summary counts of harassment and disorderly conduct following the October 5, 2026, incident.

Lancaster Man Charged After Alleged Assault During Fight at Park in Schuylkill County

WEST PENN TOWNSHIP — A Lancaster man faces three misdemeanor charges after police allege he grabbed a 16-year-old boy by the neck during a confrontation at West Penn Park in July.

James N. Bauzon, 61, has been charged by West Penn Township Police with simple assault, criminal mischief involving property damage and disorderly conduct involving fighting.

Six Schuylkill County Fire and EMS Organizations Awarded Nearly $1.2 Million in Federal Grants

Six fire and emergency medical service organizations in Schuylkill County have been awarded a combined $1,196,541.44 in federal grants through the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program, Congressman Dan Meuser announced.

The Schuylkill County awards are part of approximately $2.8 million in funding distributed to 11 fire and EMS organizations across Pennsylvania’s Ninth Congressional District.

Meet the Schuylkill County Marching Bands 2026: Mahanoy Area Marching Band

MAHANOY CITY — The Mahanoy Area Marching Band is bringing Broadway to the field with “Curtain Up!”, its Fall 2026 production featuring music from several well-known stage shows.

The band includes 37 musicians and 17 members of the band front and color guard. Students in the program are in grades seven through 12.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for October 7, 2026

Obituaries published for the Schuylkill County area on Wednesday, October 7, 2026. Obituaries are listed from youngest to oldest.

Schuylkill Stampede Returns to Schuylkill County Fairgrounds October 17

With less than two weeks until the Schuylkill Stampede returns on Saturday, October 17, 2026, organizers are encouraging visitors to purchase rodeo tickets early after last year’s event sold out.

The event will take place at the Schuylkill County Fairgrounds, 2270 Fair Road, Schuylkill Haven, PA 17972. It will combine a free afternoon festival featuring live music, food, shopping and family activities with a ticketed professional rodeo beginning at 5 p.m.

Schuylkill County High School Football Week 7 Schedule

SCHUYLKILL COUNTY — Seven Schuylkill County-area high school football games are scheduled for Week 7 of the 2026 season on Thursday, October 8, and Friday, October 9.

Pottsville Woman Jailed After Alleged Burglary at Former Partner’s St. Clair Home

ST. CLAIR — A Pottsville woman is facing felony burglary and criminal trespass charges after police allege she entered her former partner’s St. Clair home without permission, damaged property and struck him during an incident late Monday into early Tuesday.

Abigail Kate Mont, 36, of Pottsville, was charged by St. Clair Police following the alleged incident at a North Third Street residence.

Ashland Man Jailed on Assault, Child Endangerment and Threat Charges

ASHLAND — An Ashland man is jailed on $75,000 monetary bail after Pennsylvania State Police alleged he struck a 3-year-old child and threatened a woman and children during a domestic incident.

Nathan Mark Graham, 28, of Ashland, faces 17 charges stemming from the incident on October 5, 2026, according to court records.

Schuylkill County Weather: Sunshine Through Saturday, Showers Return Sunday

SCHUYLKILL COUNTY — A Frost Advisory remains in effect until 9 a.m. Wednesday, October 7.

Sunny skies and warmer afternoon temperatures are expected across Schuylkill County through Saturday. Highs will reach the upper 60s to near 70 degrees before shower chances return Sunday and continue into Columbus Day.