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Friday, March 13, 2026

Schuylkill County Woman Charged in Ryan Township Shooting Faces Additional Charges After Prison Incident

A Barnesville woman charged this week in connection with a shooting in Ryan Township is now facing additional charges following an incident during her intake at Schuylkill County Prison.

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast

Weather Outlook: Quiet weather through Saturday before rain returns late Sunday. A strong storm system Monday could bring thunderstorms and a sharp temperature drop with rain possibly changing to snow Monday night.

Friday, March 13, 2026

Day: Mostly cloudy and breezy. High near 47°F. Winds S at 10–20 mph.

Night: Rain showers during the evening with clearing later overnight. Low around 37°F. Winds WSW at 10–20 mph.

Rain Chance: 60%

Sunrise: 7:19 AM | Sunset: 7:09 PM

Saturday, March 14, 2026

Day: Mostly sunny but breezy. High near 48°F. Winds WNW at 10–20 mph.

Night: Partly cloudy early becoming mostly cloudy overnight. Low around 32°F. Winds light and variable.

Sunrise: 7:18 AM | Sunset: 7:10 PM

Sunday, March 15, 2026

Day: Cloudy skies. High near 50°F. Winds ESE at 10–15 mph.

Night: Rain showers in the evening becoming steadier overnight. Low around 43°F. Winds ESE at 10–15 mph.

Rain Chance: 90% | Rainfall: around 0.25 inches

Sunrise: 7:16 AM | Sunset: 7:11 PM

Monday, March 16, 2026

Day: Rain early with thunderstorms developing during the afternoon. Some storms could become severe. High near 62°F. Winds SSE at 10–20 mph.

Rain Chance: 90%

Night: Rain mixing with snow late as colder air moves in. Low around 25°F. Winds W at 10–15 mph.

Snow Chance: 90%

Sunrise: 7:15 AM | Sunset: 7:13 PM

Tuesday, March 17, 2026

Day: Partly cloudy in the morning becoming mostly cloudy by afternoon. Cold. High near 32°F. Winds W at 10–20 mph.

Night: Partly cloudy and colder. Low around 18°F. Winds WNW at 10–15 mph.

Sunrise: 7:13 AM | Sunset: 7:14 PM

Forecast information is subject to change. Check back for updates as storms move into the area late Sunday into Monday.

Today’s weather forecast is brought to you by the Schuylkill Elder Abuse Prevention Alliance.

Helping Harvest Expands Programs, Now Serving Every School in Pottsville

Helping Harvest has announced that it now has a presence in every school within the Pottsville Area School District as the organization continues to expand its efforts to combat childhood hunger in Schuylkill County.

Schuylkill County Man Charged in Second Stolen Vehicle Case This Week

A Frackville man already jailed in connection with a stolen vehicle and drug case in Saint Clair is now facing additional charges stemming from a separate incident earlier in the week in Butler Township.

Skook News Obituaries: March 12th, 2026

Firefighters from across most of northern Schuylkill County and part of Northumberland County responded to a multi alarm house fire near Fountain Springs.

The City of Pottsville will celebrate a major milestone this weekend as the 50th Anniversary Leo F. Haley St. Patrick’s Day Parade takes place on Saturday, March 14, 2026, bringing Irish pride, music, and community spirit to downtown.

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast

Weather Outlook: Rain/Snow tapers off Thursday morning before colder air settles in. Seasonal temperatures will stick around for the weekend, but rain returns late Sunday into Monday with the potential for thunderstorms.

Thursday, March 12, 2026

Day: Rain/Snow this morning tapering off, giving way to cloudy skies this afternoon. Cooler as the day goes on. High near 41°F. Winds NW at 10–20 mph.

Night: Mostly clear and colder overnight. Low around 26°F. Winds WNW at 5–10 mph.

Sunrise: 7:21 AM | Sunset: 7:08 PM