COLLEGE NEWS: Penn State Schuylkill Announces Fall 2020 Semester Dean's List

On Wednesday, Penn State Schuylkill, in Schuylkill Haven, announced the names of 240 students to their Fall 2020 Semester Dean's List.

AROUND SCHUYLKILL COUNTY: Shenandoah Valley Recognizes Alumni Who Pursued Career with the Pennsylvania State Police

The Shenandoah Valley School District recently honored a graduate as part of an ongoing tradition in the school district.

North Schuylkill Selected as Winner of PennDOT Innovations Challenge

On Tuesday, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation announced that a team of students from the North Schuylkill School District in Schuylkill County have been selected as the PennDOT District 5 winner for its fourth Innovations Challenge.

Lehigh Valley Health Network Eases Some COVID-19 Restrictions

On Wednesday, new guidelines were put in place at all Lehigh Valley Health Network hospitals easing COVID-19 restrictions that were put in place.

Yuengling Announces Collaboration with DraftKings

On Wednesday, D.G. Yuengling & Son, Inc., America’s Oldest Brewery®, announced its collaboration with DraftKings, a digital sports entertainment and gaming company known for its industry-leading daily fantasy sports and mobile sports betting products.

Schuylkill County Land Bank Receives Demolition Grant to Rehab Blighted Properties

On Friday, the Schuylkill County Land Bank announced that the organization has received a $100,000 grant from the Department of Community and Economic Development’s Keystone Communities Program, according to a join press release from Senator David G. Argall (R-Berks/Schuylkill) and Representative Tim Twardzik (R-Schuylkill). 

Schuylkill County Hospitality Businesses Can Now Apply for CHIRP Grants

Schuylkill County hospitality businesses that are struggling can now apply for CHIRP grants that were recently made available.

Shenandoah Valley Announces Students of the Month for November, December, and January

The Shenandoah Valley School District will recognize the following three students as Students of the Month for November 2020, December 2020, and January 2021 during their upcoming School Board Meeting on Wednesday evening.

Boil Advisory Issued for Customers of the Kline Township Municipal Authority

On Tuesday, the Kline Township Municipal Authority issued a boil advisory for the entire system is being issued due to loss of pressure in the system.

Schuylkill County Weather Related Announcements for 02/22/21

Schuylkill County Weather Related Announcements for 02/22/21

Schuylkill County Weather Related Announcements for 02/18/21

  

Schuylkill County Weather Related Announcements for 02/18/21

Schuylkill County Weather Related Announcements for 02/17/21

 

Schuylkill County Weather Related Announcements for 02/17/21

Pottsville Cancels 2021 Saint Patrick's Day Parade; New Events Announced

On Tuesday, the City of Pottsville announced there would be no Saint Patrick's Day Parade this year, but also announced new events in it's place.

Nationwide Winter Weather Delays COVID Vaccine Shipments, Forces Appointment Changes at Geisinger

Due to the severe winter weather that has impacted much of the country, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has notified several states, including Pennsylvania, that expected COVID vaccine shipments for this week will be delayed. 

Williams Valley's Yeagley Scores 1,000th Point

Congratulations are in order for Williams Valley's Elyssa Yeagley. She scored her 1,000th career point in the Vikings' game versus Lourdes Regional. 

Mahanoy City Elks Honors Past Exalted Rulers

On February 15th, 2021, the Mahanoy City Elks honored past exalted rulers.

Pottsville Mayor Seeks Third Term; Democrats to Seek Council Seats

A press conference was held Friday afternoon by Pottsville City Democrats to announce their candidacies for city seats.

Yuengling Announces Date of 2021 Summer Celebration

Earlier this week, Yuengling announced the date of their Summer Celebration.

Shenandoah Police Chief, Law Enforcement Recognized for Work in Schuylkill County Cases

Earlier this week, the United State's Attorney office recognized a Schuylkill County Police Chief and other law enforcement that were involved in other cases that involved Schuylkill County.

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