Friday, November 13, 2026

Schuylkill County Marriage Licenses: November 7–13, 2026

Schuylkill County marriage licenses for November 7–13, 2026

The Schuylkill County Register of Wills public index lists eight marriage licenses with official issued dates from , through .

The index was reviewed on . Issuance of a marriage license does not confirm that the couple married.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for November 13, 2026

Schuylkill County obituaries for November 13, 2026

Schuylkill County obituaries published on . Read family remembrances and available funeral service information below.

Ashland Man Cited for Allegedly Dumping Rubbish Along Butler Township Road

Schuylkill County police news graphic

An Ashland man has been cited by Butler Township Police for allegedly depositing rubbish along a township road.

Pottsville Officials Highlight Redevelopment, Grants and City Improvements at Veterans Day Address

Pottsville Veterans Day city progress event on November 11, 2026

POTTSVILLE — City officials and state lawmakers gathered on the steps of Pottsville City Hall on Wednesday, Veterans Day, to outline redevelopment projects, infrastructure improvements and changes to municipal operations, emphasizing partnerships as a driving force behind the work.

The gathering combined recognition of military veterans with a public update on the city’s progress and priorities. Mayor Tom Smith had invited residents, business owners and community partners to attend the address.

Thursday, November 12, 2026

Schuylkill County Obituaries for November 12, 2026

Schuylkill County obituaries for November 12, 2026

Schuylkill County obituaries published on . Read family remembrances and available funeral service information below.

Blue Mountain Girls Advance to PIAA Soccer Quarterfinals; Boys Fall to Holy Ghost Prep

Blue Mountain's girls soccer team advanced to the 2026 PIAA Class 3A quarterfinals with a 2-1 victory over Conrad Weiser on November 10. The Blue Mountain boys' season ended with an 8-1 loss to Holy Ghost Prep in the first round.

Blue Mountain PIAA Soccer Results: November 10, 2026

2026 PIAA Class 3A first-round soccer results
Division Final Score
Class 3A Girls Blue Mountain 2, Conrad Weiser 1
Class 3A Boys Holy Ghost Prep 8, Blue Mountain 1

Blue Mountain vs. Radnor: Girls Soccer State Quarterfinals

Blue Mountain will face Radnor in the PIAA Class 3A girls soccer quarterfinals. The game is scheduled to take place at Emmaus High School at 12:00pm on Saturday, November 14, 2026.

Schuylkill County Weather: Rain Thursday, Snow Showers Possible Friday

Schuylkill County weather forecast for November 12 through November 18, 2026

Rain and colder temperatures are ahead for Schuylkill County in the forecast beginning . Showers will continue through much of Thursday before colder air brings rain and snow showers Thursday night and Friday.

Little or no snow accumulation is expected. Drier weather should return for the weekend and early next week.

Wednesday, November 11, 2026

Schuylkill County’s No. 1 Dog Contest Seeks School Spirit Photos

Image accompanying Schuylkill County’s School Spirit Dogs photo contest announcement

Schuylkill County dog owners are invited to show off their pups’ school pride for a chance to win a free 2027 annual dog license and the title of “Schuylkill County’s #1 Dog.”

County Treasurer Linda Yeich announced that the Treasurer’s Office is accepting photo contest entries through . This year’s theme is “School Spirit Dogs.”

Pottsville Woman Flown to Hospital After Union Township Rollover Crash

Crash news graphic accompanying a report of a rollover on Aristes Road in Union Township

UNION TOWNSHIP — A Pottsville woman was flown to the hospital with suspected serious injuries following a single-vehicle rollover crash on Aristes Road on .

According to Pennsylvania State Police at Frackville, the crash occurred at approximately 11:13 a.m. near 494 Aristes Road.

Orwigsburg Attorney Lora J. McDonald Announces Bid for Schuylkill County Magisterial District Judge

Lora J. McDonald, candidate for magisterial district judge in Orwigsburg

ORWIGSBURG — Attorney Lora J. McDonald has announced her candidacy for magisterial district judge in District Court 21-3-03, serving Orwigsburg and surrounding communities, in the 2027 election.

McDonald, an Orwigsburg resident with more than 30 years of legal experience, cited her work in private practice, public defense and courtroom litigation as preparation for the position.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for November 11, 2026

Schuylkill County obituaries for November 11, 2026

Obituaries published for the Schuylkill County area on , including family remembrances and available funeral service information.

Firefighters at the Scene of a Working House Fire in Pottsville

House fire on Highland Drive in Pottsville on November 11, 2026

POTTSVILLE — A roof collapse forced firefighters to evacuate a Highland Drive home while battling a house fire Wednesday afternoon.

Emergency personnel were dispatched just after 1:30 p.m. on , to 321 Highland Drive for a reported house fire. An assistant chief at the scene confirmed a working fire.

Pennsylvania State Police Investigate Wallet Theft at Giant in Schuylkill County

Pennsylvania State Police at Schuylkill Haven are investigating a wallet theft reported March 8, 2026, at the Giant Food store in North Manheim Township, Schuylkill County.

Schuylkill County Native Named Principal of St. Joseph Center for Special Learning

Elisabeth Hughes, new principal of St. Joseph Center for Special Learning in Schuylkill Haven

SCHUYLKILL HAVEN — St. Joseph Center for Special Learning has named Elisabeth Hughes as its new principal, bringing an educator with 24 years of experience and local ties to lead its programs for children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Hughes will serve as the center’s chief executive and educational leader, overseeing both its school-age program and Adult Program. She succeeds Bob Giba, who became principal in 2019.

Tuesday, November 10, 2026

Schuylkill County Obituaries for November 10, 2026

Schuylkill County obituaries for November 10, 2026

Obituaries published for the Schuylkill County area on , including family remembrances and available funeral service information.