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Thursday, March 12, 2026

Pottsville Preparing for 50th Anniversary Leo F. Haley St. Patrick’s Day Parade This Saturday

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

Friday, March 13, 2026

Day: Cloudy skies. High near 48°F. Winds S at 10–20 mph.

Night: Rain showers in the evening with clearing later overnight. Low around 36°F. Winds WSW at 10–15 mph.

Rain Chance: 50%

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

Saturday, March 14, 2026

Day: Mainly sunny with breezy conditions. High near 47°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 with breezy conditions. High near 50°F. Winds ESE at 10–20 mph.

Night: Periods of rain developing overnight. Low around 44°F. Winds SE at 10–15 mph.

Rain Chance: 100% | Rainfall: near 0.25 inches

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

Monday, March 16, 2026

Day: Rain early with thunderstorms developing in the afternoon. High near 60°F. Winds S at 10–20 mph.

Rain Chance: 90%

Night: Rain early with gradual clearing later overnight. Much colder with a low around 24°F. Winds WNW at 10–15 mph.

Rain Chance: 90% | Rainfall: near 0.25 inches

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

Wednesday, March 11, 2026

Schuylkill County Firefighters at Scene of Working House Fire in Middleport

Firefighters are at the scene of a working fire in Middleport late Wednesday.

Marian Catholic High School has announced the induction of six individuals into its Class of 2026 Hall of Fame, with a celebration scheduled for Saturday, May 2, 2026, in the John P. Malarkey ’51 Gymnasium at Marian Catholic High School in Hometown.

WEATHER ALERT: Tornado Watch Issued for Schuylkill County

Schuylkill County has been issued a Tornado Watch by the National Weather Service for Wednesday evening.

A Frackville man is facing multiple felony and misdemeanor charges after Saint Clair Borough Police say he was stopped in a stolen vehicle and found in possession of suspected drugs and drug paraphernalia Tuesday night.

Skook News Obituaries: March 11th, 2026

A Barnesville woman is facing attempted homicide charges following an early morning incident Wednesday in Ryan Township that prompted a response from Pennsylvania State Police and specialized units.

A motorcyclist died Tuesday evening following a crash involving a van in Pine Grove Township, according to the Pennsylvania State Police at Schuylkill Haven.

PIAA High School Basketball Playoff Results for Schuylkill County Teams | March 10th, 2026

PIAA High School Basketball Playoff Results
for Schuylkill County Teams
March 10th, 2026

Second Round Results for Schuylkill County High School Basketball teams playing in the PIAA State Playoffs on Tuesday, March 10th, 2026.

A Coaldale man is facing multiple charges after allegedly fleeing from police on a dirt bike through the streets of Orwigsburg last week.

Schuylkill County officials are reminding residents to ensure their dogs are properly licensed as the county dog warden prepares to begin canvassing communities later this week.

Skook News Obituaries: March 10th, 2026

A Schuylkill County man is facing felony charges after investigators say he cut telecommunications lines that temporarily knocked out emergency phone service at a Pennsylvania State Police station in Luzerne County.

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast

Tuesday, March 10, 2026

Weather Outlook: Very warm temperatures continue into midweek before a cold front brings showers and a noticeable cooldown heading into Thursday and the weekend.

Tuesday, March 10, 2026

Day: A mix of sunshine and clouds with a slight chance of a stray shower or thunderstorm. High near 78°F. Winds SW at 5–10 mph.

Night: Partly cloudy with mild overnight temperatures. Low around 53°F. Winds light and variable.

Sunrise: 7:24 AM | Sunset: 7:06 PM