Assumption BVM School Names Dr. Carl McBreen as New Principal for 2026-27 School Year

Assumption BVM School has announced the appointment of Dr. Carl G. McBreen as its new principal, bringing a veteran educator with more than three decades of experience back into the classroom after two years of retirement.

Schuylkill IU 29 Business Manager Earns State Professional Certification

Schuylkill Intermediate Unit 29 (IU 29) has announced that Business Manager Kristina E. Frantz has earned the designation of Pennsylvania Certified School Business Administrator (PCSBA) through the Pennsylvania Association of School Business Officials (PASBO), recognizing her commitment to excellence in school business administration.

Williamson, Friedberg & Jones Law Firm Welcomes Two New Associate Attorneys

Williamson, Friedberg & Jones Law Firm (WFJ Law) has announced the addition of two new associate attorneys as part of its ongoing strategic growth. 

Pottsville Area School District Names Dr. Guy Lowery as New Superintendent

The Pottsville Area School District Board of Education has announced the appointment of Dr. Guy Lowery as the district’s next Superintendent. 

Mahanoy Area Chamber of Commerce Announces New Headquarters at Former Lumber Company Site

A new chapter is underway for the Mahanoy Area Chamber of Commerce as the organization announced the official acquisition of its future headquarters at 435 West Centre Street, the longtime home of the former Mahanoy City Lumber & Supply Company.

Marian High School Board Honors Pat Reilly, Welcomes New Chair Dave Bielen

The Marian High School Board of Directors recognized longtime Board Chair Pat Reilly, P ’98, ’02, ’11, of Jim Thorpe, for his 12 years of leadership during its Fall 2025 meeting.

Launch Pottsville III to Focus on Food Innovation at Alvernia University’s CollegeTowne

The Pottsville Area Development Corporation (PADCO) and Alvernia University have announced the third edition of Launch Pottsville, an entrepreneurial competition designed to promote economic development and support new business creation in the city’s downtown.

Schuylkill Community Action to Use Grant Funding to Help Expand Reach into Rural and Remote Areas of Schuylkill County

Schuylkill Community Action (SCA) announced this week that they have received a $50,000 grant, which will help the Schuylkill Food Network’s Mobile Expansion Initiative. 

Schuylkill County Native Promoted to Major within the Pennsylvania State Police

On Friday, a special ceremony was held in Harrisburg to recognize the promotions of 7 Pennsylvania State Troopers.  One of those Troopers is a native from Schuylkill County.

Mary Jo Moss Announces Candidacy for Schuylkill County Commissioner

Mary Jo Moss, of West Brunswick Township, has announced her candidacy for Schuylkill County Commissioner for the Republican Party.