Shenandoah Borough Working to Save "The Pumpy" Dam After DEP Meeting Over Violations

Shenandoah Borough officials say they are working to find a way to preserve the Brandonville Pumping Station Dam after a meeting with the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection this week concerning violations of a compliance order that dates back 17 years.

DEP Renews BRADS Landfill Permit in Schuylkill County Through 2035

The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) has renewed the operating permit for the Blythe Recycling and Demolition Site (BRADS) Landfill in Blythe Township, extending its ability to continue operating through January 20, 2035.

Federal Government Appeals DEP Orders Blocking Proposed ICE Facilities in Schuylkill, Berks Counties

A new legal filing submitted April 8, 2026, shows the federal government is formally challenging Pennsylvania’s actions that have stalled plans for two proposed immigration detention facilities in Schuylkill and Berks counties.

Schuylkill County Projects Receive $8.1 Million to Reclaim Abandoned Mine Lands and Restore Waterways

Two projects in Schuylkill County aimed at reclaiming abandoned mine lands and improving water quality have been awarded nearly $8.1 million in state funding, according to Sen. Dave Argall (R-29) and Reps. JoAnne Stehr (R-107), Tim Twardzik (R-123), and Jamie Barton (R-124).

DEP to Hold Public Hearing on Liberty Soils Facility Expansion in Reilly Township

The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) will host a public meeting and hearing regarding a proposed modification to the Liberty Soils Biosolids Management Facility in Reilly Township, Schuylkill County.

Schuylkill County Under "Drought Warning" Amid Pennsylvania's Worsening Dry Conditions

As Pennsylvania faces some of its driest months in recent history, the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) has placed Schuylkill and Berks counties under a Drought Warning.

DEP Schedules Public Meeting for Schuylkill County Landfill Permit Renewal

The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is set to host a public meeting to address community questions and concerns surrounding the Blythe Recycling and Demolition Site (BRADS) in Blythe Township, Schuylkill County. 

Pennsylvania DEP to Hold Public Meeting on Schuylkill County Facility Operations

The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) has announced a public meeting to address community questions and provide updates on the operations of five facilities in Schuylkill County that have drawn public attention in recent months. 

Schuylkill Conservation District Receives $277,657 Grant for Chesapeake Bay Watershed Restoration

The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) has allocated $19.3 million in 2024 Countywide Action Plan (CAP) Implementation Grants to various county teams within the Chesapeake Bay Watershed. 

DEP Launches Air Monitoring Study in Western Schuylkill County Amid Environmental Concerns

The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is conducting an air monitoring initiative near an active mine reclamation project in Western Schuylkill County. 

Drought Watch Lifted for Schuylkill County

DEP has announced that the Drought Watch has been lifted for Schuylkill County.

Code Orange Air Quality Alert Issued for Schuylkill County and All of Central Pennsylvania

The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection has issued a Code ORANGE Air Quality Alert for all of Central Pennsylvania. 

DEP Declares Statewide Drought Watch for Pennsylvania

The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection declared a Drought Watch on Thursday for all of Pennsylvania.

Code RED Air Quality Alert Issued for Central Pennsylvania

An air quality alert has been issued for Central Pennsylvania including Schuylkill County.