Schuylkill County Fire Captain Zach Kirsch Honored for Autism Training for First Responders

Orwigsburg Fire Department Capt. Zach Kirsch has been named a 2026 Governor’s Keystone Award honoree for teaching first responders how to assist people with autism and other neurodiverse individuals during emergencies.

Shapiro Signs Executive Order Adding New Requirements for Data Center Development in Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro has signed an executive order establishing new requirements for proposed data center developments across the Commonwealth, including greater local oversight, environmental protections and requirements aimed at preventing projects from increasing costs for Pennsylvania residents.

DEP Issues Orders Blocking Water, Sewer Service to Proposed ICE Detention Centers in Schuylkill and Berks Counties

The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) has issued a series of administrative orders that could significantly delay plans to convert two warehouses in Schuylkill and Berks counties into large immigration detention centers.

Governor Shapiro Vows to Use State Power to Block Proposed ICE Facilities in Berks and Schuylkill Counties

Gov. Josh Shapiro on Thursday said he is firmly opposed to two proposed federal immigration detention facilities planned for Berks and Schuylkill counties and vowed to use Pennsylvania’s legal and regulatory authority to try to stop them.

Governor Shapiro Visits Schuylkill County Potato Farm to Spotlight State Investments in Agricultural Innovation

Governor Josh Shapiro visited Sterman Masser Potato Farm in Schuylkill County on Monday to highlight the positive impact of strategic state investments aimed at strengthening Pennsylvania’s agriculture industry. 

Arson Attack on Pennsylvania Governor’s Residence: Suspect Identified and Charged

An early morning attack on April 13 at the Governor’s Residence in Harrisburg has led to serious criminal charges against a Dauphin County man after an investigation by the Pennsylvania State Police.

Governor Shapiro Proposes $55 Million Investment to Strengthen Pennsylvania's Child Care Workforce in Schuylkill County Visit

Governor Josh Shapiro visited The Perception Training Center in Schuylkill County on Tuesday to emphasize his administration’s commitment to making childcare more affordable and accessible for Pennsylvania families. 

Governor Shapiro’s Budget Proposal Tackles Child Care Crisis in Schuylkill County

Governor Josh Shapiro’s 2025-26 budget proposal could take a significant step toward addressing Pennsylvania’s child care crisis, including a targeted investment of $55 million to recruit and retain child care workers. 

Senator Argall Raises Concerns Over Governor Shapiro's Energy Plan Impact on Schuylkill/Carbon Coal Refuse Plants

Senator Dave Argall has expressed apprehension over Governor Josh Shapiro's newly proposed energy plan, citing potential repercussions for four local coal refuse plants situated in Schuylkill and Carbon Counties.

Pennsylvania's Largest Indoor-Grown Leafy Greens Production Facility to Open in Schuylkill County

On Wednesday, Governor Josh Shapiro, Senator Dave Argall, and Representative Dane Watro joined Little Leaf Farms to announce the grand opening of the Commonwealth's largest indoor-grown leafy greens production facility in McAdoo.

Pennsylvania Governor Visits Schuylkill County to Break Ground on World’s Largest Integrated Specialty Gases Facility

On Wednesday, Governor Josh Shapiro visited Hometown in Schuylkill County to announce a $300 million investment in semiconductor specialty gases manufacturing that will create nearly 200 jobs in Schuylkill County, including 68 permanent, union jobs. 

Governor Shapiro Signs First Executive Order, Announcing 92 Percent of Commonwealth Jobs Do Not Require a Four-Year Degree

On his first full day in office, Governor Josh Shapiro announced that effective immediately, 92 percent of state government jobs - about 65,000 positions - do not require a four-year college degree.