Tuesday, November 3, 2026

Congressman Dan Meuser Projected to Win Fifth Term Representing 9th Congressional District

U.S. Rep. Dan Meuser

Republican U.S. Rep. Dan Meuser held a 55,676-vote lead over Democratic challenger Rachel Wallace in Pennsylvania’s 9th Congressional District, according to unofficial election returns reported at .

Josh Shapiro Wins Second Term as Pennsylvania Governor, AP Projects

Photograph accompanying coverage of Pennsylvania’s 2026 governor election

Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro has won a second term, according to an Associated Press race call Tuesday evening. The Democratic incumbent defeated Republican challenger and state Treasurer Stacy Garrity in the , general election.

Schuylkill County 2026 General Election Results

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Unofficial results from Schuylkill County’s , General Election are listed below for governor and lieutenant governor, Congress, and the Pennsylvania House of Representatives.

Second results update: .

Election Day precincts reporting: 76 of 125 precincts partially reported; 0 precincts complete.

Ballots reported: 21,526. All ballots in this update are Election Day votes. No mail or provisional votes are included in these totals.

Status: Unofficial and incomplete. Vote totals may change as additional ballots are counted and reviewed.

About these totals: The tables below show Schuylkill County votes only. For races covering other counties, these figures do not represent the complete statewide or district-wide results. Precinct reporting figures do not necessarily mean every eligible ballot has been counted.

Schuylkill County Weather: Near 70 Wednesday, Then Rain and a Cooler Weekend

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Schuylkill County’s forecast beginning , calls for patchy fog overnight before temperatures climb near 70°F Wednesday. Showers become likely late Wednesday night, with rain expected Thursday and additional shower chances Friday.

Schuylkill Haven Man Jailed on Burglary and Assault Charges

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A Schuylkill Haven man faces burglary and assault charges after Pennsylvania State Police say he forced his way into a Landingville home, assaulted a woman and left in her vehicle.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for November 3, 2026

Schuylkill County obituaries for November 3, 2026

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

Tri-County Youth Football Championships Set for This Sunday at Mahanoy Area

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The Tri-County Youth Football League’s 2026 championship matchups are set, with Ashland, Schuylkill Haven and Lehighton advancing following semifinal victories. Championship day will take place , at Mahanoy Area.

Monday, November 2, 2026

State Police Investigating Another Verizon Wire Theft in Schuylkill County

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SCHUYLKILL TOWNSHIP — Pennsylvania State Police at Frackville are investigating another theft involving Verizon wiring, this time near Old Route 209 and Walnut Street in Schuylkill Township.

District XI Volleyball: Four Local Teams Win; Championship Schedule Set

District XI graphic accompanying volleyball playoff results and championship schedules

Tri-Valley, Schuylkill Haven, Nativity BVM and Pottsville earned District XI volleyball playoff victories on , advancing to championship matches scheduled for Wednesday.

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for November 3, 2026

Schuylkill County weather forecast graphic

Schuylkill County’s weather forecast for , calls for mostly sunny skies and a high near 66°F. Temperatures could reach 69°F Wednesday before rain and a possible thunderstorm arrive Thursday.

Mahanoy City Santa Train and Christmas Tree Lighting Set for November 28

Mahanoy City Christmas tree lighting event graphic

MAHANOY CITY — Santa Claus will help kick off the holiday season in Mahanoy City on , with a train ride, community Christmas tree lighting and an evening of family activities.

Frackville Woman Wanted for Allegedly Providing False Address for Megan’s Law Registry

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A Frackville woman is wanted on a felony charge after Pennsylvania State Police allege she listed a relative’s home as her primary residence on the Megan’s Law registry despite never having lived there.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for November 2, 2026

Schuylkill County obituaries for November 2, 2026

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

Fatal Schuylkill County I-81 Crash Leads to Homicide by Vehicle Charge

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A Hazleton man faces homicide by vehicle and other charges nearly a year after a three-vehicle crash on Interstate 81 killed a Shenandoah man. Investigators allege both passenger vehicles were traveling more than 100 mph before the collision.

Man to Be Cited After Firework Damages Pottsville Home and Fence

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POTTSVILLE — A 48-year-old man faces a city ordinance citation after police say a firework he set off damaged a wooden fence and a nearby home on Sunday evening, .