Gordon Installs Security Cameras at Borough Park

On Friday, the Borough of Gordon announced that they have installed security cameras at their local park to help stop vandalism and catch any illegal activity that may happen in the park.

Governor Wolf Announces "Resurface PA" Initiative to Repave State Highways

Following a long winter season with dramatic temperature swings, Governor Tom Wolf announced last week that PennDOT is mounting an aggressive campaign to accelerate repaving work on interstates and attack potholes across Pennsylvania as part of a Resurface PA initiative.

Pine Grove Water Boil Advisory Lifted

A water boil advisory in Pine Grove was lifted Sunday morning.

Yuengling Announces Extended Hours, Events, and Promotions for Brewery Tours and Tastings

D.G. Yuengling & Son, Inc., America’s Oldest Brewery, announced on Thursday their new extended hours, events and promotions as part of its free brewery tour and tastings in Pottsville this summer.

Pine Grove Borough Announces Boil Water Advisory

The borough of Pine Grove has issued a Boil Water advisory.

Dunham's Sports is Coming to the Fairlane Village Mall

Dunham's Sports is officially coming to Pottsville!

LCCC Tamaqua Offers Health Care Job Training

Lehigh Carbon Community College (LCCC) is now registering students for two noncredit programs in the health care field. Both are held at the college’s Morgan Center, 234 High Street, Tamaqua and offer a limited number of scholarships available to Schuylkill County residents.

Tamaqua Area Chamber of Commerce Summer Concert Series Starts Tonight

The Tamaqua Area Chamber of Commerce announces its 12th Summer Concert Series.

Kite Festival Returns to Orwigsburg for Second Year

After being a huge hit last year, the 2nd Annual Orwigsburg Kite Festival is returning in July.

Schuylkill County Fireworks Schedule for 2018

Schuylkill County Fireworks Schedule for 2018

Weather Postpones District XI Playoff Games - 05/22/2018

The weather has forced the PIAA to postpone some of Tuesday's baseball/softball games.

Schuylkill County Awarded HOME Program Grant

Senator David G. Argall (R-Schuylkill/Berks) has announced that Schuylkill County has been awarded a HOME Program grant in the amount of $471,622 from the Pennsylvania Department of Community & Economic Development.

Gillingham Charter to Receive Mini-Grant Funds to Pay for Breakfast for Students

As part of Governor Wolf's School Breakfast Initiative to help more children start their day with a healthy meal, he announced today $900,000 from the inaugural round of grants to help 200 schools make breakfast available to all students and expand options for the children.

Tamaqua Historical Society to Host Reception for new "Tribute to our Veterans" Exhibit

The Tamaqua Historical Society will host a free public opening reception Saturday night from 5 to 8 PM for its new special exhibit titled " A Tribute to our Veterans ".

Marian High School Students Attain National Recognition for Performance in National Spanish Examinations

Several Spanish students from Marian Catholic High School attained national recognition for excellent performance on the 2018 National Spanish Examinations.

DEP Announces Funding for Coal Mine Reclamation Projects Including One from Schuylkill County

The Wolf Administration announced Tuesday, the approval of $55.6 million in funding that will support at least 150 abandoned coal mine reclamation projects that will create new jobs, reduce health and safety risks, and improve the environment and outdoor recreation opportunities throughout Pennsylvania.

Pine Grove Masons Award 4 Scholarships

On Monday night, the Pine Grove Mason's Lodge awarded 4 Scholarships to Pine Grove Area Seniors.

Fish for Free Days at Sweet Arrow Lake

Some things in life are free and that includes Fish for Free days that are held twice a year and apply to all waters of the Commonwealth of Pa.

Schuylkill County Public Service Announcements - 05/08/18

Schuylkill County Public Service Announcements - 05/08/18

LCCC Offering Limited Number for Scholarship for Training of Schuylkill County Residents

Lehigh Carbon Community College (LCCC) is offering a limited number of scholarships for training of Schuylkill County residents for programs beginning in May and June.