Mahanoy City to Celebrate America 250 with Freedom Fest & Block Party Friday Evening

The Mahanoy Area Chamber of Commerce and West End Fire & Rescue are inviting the community to kick off the weekend with an evening of music, food, fireworks and hometown pride during the Freedom Fest & Block Party on Friday, June 26.

Lehigh County Man Accused of Traveling to Schuylkill County to Meet Person He Believed Was 15-Year-Old Girl

A Lehigh County man is facing multiple felony charges after allegedly attempting to meet what he believed was a 15-year-old girl in Mahanoy City for a sexual encounter, according to court documents filed this week.

Virginia Man Jailed After Allegedly Waving Gun at Juveniles in Mahanoy City

A Virginia man accused of waving a firearm at a group of juveniles in Mahanoy City is being held in Schuylkill County Prison on $75,000 bail after being charged with multiple firearm and related offenses.

One Injured in Rollover Crash in Mahanoy City

One person was transported to hospital Thursday night in a rollover crash in Mahanoy City.

Two Schuylkill County Law Enforcement Agencies Participating in ICE 287(g) Program; One Listed as Pending

Two law enforcement agencies in Schuylkill County are currently listed as participants in U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s (ICE) 287(g) program, according to federal data updated this week.

Former Synagogue Collapses in Mahanoy City, No Injuries Reported

Emergency crews were called to the scene of a building collapse Thursday night after a former synagogue gave way along a borough street, narrowly missing nearby vehicles.

Shenandoah Man Charged Following Alleged Bank Fraud Attempt and Struggle With Police in Mahanoy City

A Shenandoah man is facing multiple felony and misdemeanor charges following an incident that began at a Schuylkill County bank and escalated into a physical struggle with police in Mahanoy City on January 8, 2026.

Mahanoy City Elks Deliver Holiday Comfort Items to Lebanon VA Hospital

Members of Mahanoy City Lodge No. 695, Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks, delivered $1,800 worth of personal comfort items to the Lebanon VA Medical Center on Thursday, December 18, 2025, just in time for the holiday season.

Mahanoy City Man Arrested After Late-Night Scooter Chase; Waives Charges to Court

A Mahanoy City man is facing a long list of charges after allegedly fleeing police on a scooter and then attempting to escape on foot during a late-night pursuit.

Shenandoah Man Charged After Police Locate Stolen Vehicle in Mahanoy City

A Shenandoah man is facing a felony charge after police say he was found in possession of a vehicle reported stolen out of Frackville.

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.

Mahanoy City Man Facing DUI and Multiple Traffic Charges After Crashing Into Parked Vehicles

A Mahanoy City man is facing a series of DUI and traffic-related charges, a year later, after police say he crashed into multiple parked vehicles and later struck a utility pole while attempting to flee the scene in November 2024.

Mahanoy City Elks Lodge Donates $6,000 to Support Schuylkill County Food Pantries

The Mahanoy City BPOE 695 has continued its longstanding mission of community service with a significant contribution to help local families in need. 

Mahanoy City Elks Lodge Honors Veterans, Supports Local Legion

The Mahanoy City Elks Lodge continued its long-standing tradition of honoring those who served by hosting its annual Veterans Dinner on Monday, November 11th.

Mahanoy City Rededicates Veterans Memorial Wall in Ceremony Honoring Local Heroes

Despite cold rain and wind, dozens of residents gathered in Mahanoy City on Sunday afternoon to honor America’s fallen service members during a rededication of the borough’s Veterans Memorial Wall at the intersection of West Centre and Catawissa Streets.

Schuylkill County Teen Arrested for Bloomsburg Shooting

The Bloomsburg Police Department has identified the suspect involved in the shooting that occurred on Saturday, November 1, 2025, as 19-year-old, Samuel Charles Evans.

Dilapidated Home Collapses on East Market Street in Mahanoy City

A deteriorating home in Mahanoy City completely collapsed late Wednesday evening, spilling debris into the street and prompting a quick response from borough crews.

Mahanoy City Man Wanted by Schuylkill County Detectives After Failing to Report to Prison

A Mahanoy City man is wanted in Schuylkill County after failing to report to prison to begin serving his court-ordered sentence.

Red Cross Assists Family After Small Fire in Mahanoy City

A family is being assisted by the American  Red Cross after a small fire Saturday evening in Mahanoy City.

Mahanoy Area School District Forced to Borrow Funds Amid State Budget Stalemate

The Mahanoy Area School District has been forced to take out a short-term loan to maintain operations after state legislators failed to pass a budget by the July 1 deadline, creating a significant financial strain for local schools.