Schuylkill Winterfest Returns January 17

The Schuylkill Chamber of Commerce has announced the return of Schuylkill Winterfest, set for Saturday, January 17, 2026, from 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Alvernia University Pottsville CollegeTowne.

Pottsville Police Arrest West Virginia Man on Outstanding Warrant

Pottsville Police Department officers took a 20-year-old West Virginia man into custody late Saturday night after assisting authorities from another state in executing an active arrest warrant.

Pottsville Seeks Applicants for City Boards, Commissions, and Authorities

The City of Pottsville is inviting residents to submit letters of interest to serve on several city boards, commissions, and authorities.

17-Year-Old Taken Into Custody After Early-Morning Burglary at Pottsville Business

Pottsville Police took a 17-year-old male into custody Monday morning following a burglary at a city business that was reported in progress.

Frackville Woman Charged After Alleged DUI, Police Pursuit Through Pottsville

A Frackville woman is facing multiple charges following an alleged DUI and vehicle pursuit through the City of Pottsville in the early morning hours of December 2, 2025.

Scooter Rider Injured in Late-Night Crash on Route 61 in Pottsville

A Pottsville man was injured late Thursday night after an electric scooter was struck by a tractor-trailer on Route 61.

Schuylkill County Man Charged in June Gordon Nagle Trail Crash That Injured Eight; Police Say Driver Was Under the Influence of Multiple Substances

A Branchdale man is facing a long list of felony and misdemeanor charges after Pottsville Police concluded an extensive investigation into a June 12, 2025 crash that left eight people injured, including several with life-altering injuries.

Pottsville Rotary Club Recognizes December Students of the Month

 

The Pottsville Rotary Club recognized its December Students of the Month at the Club’s weekly meeting on Wednesday, December 3rd, 2025, at Vito’s Coal Fired Restaurant in St. Clair.

Williamson, Friedberg & Jones Law Firm Welcomes Two New Associate Attorneys

Williamson, Friedberg & Jones Law Firm (WFJ Law) has announced the addition of two new associate attorneys as part of its ongoing strategic growth. 

Pottsville Police Arrest Hamburg Man After Finding Loaded Handgun During Welfare Check

A welfare check led to the arrest of a Hamburg man after Pottsville City Police recovered a loaded handgun during an investigation on November 18, 2025.

Advance Auto Parts Opens New Pottsville Store in Former Rite Aid Location

Advance Auto Parts has opened a new store in Pottsville, marking its second location in the city area.

Pottsville Area School District Names Dr. Guy Lowery as New Superintendent

The Pottsville Area School District Board of Education has announced the appointment of Dr. Guy Lowery as the district’s next Superintendent. 

Pottsville Woman Wanted After Abandoned Dogs Found Starving and Frozen

A Pottsville woman is facing felony and misdemeanor animal cruelty charges after police discovered one deceased dog and another severely neglected at a Market Street property earlier this month. The accused, Destiny Serafini, 24, is currently wanted by Pottsville Police.

Pottsville Police Charge Woman After Threats Made Toward Schuylkill County Courthouse Staff

A Frackville woman is facing charges after police say she made multiple violent threats toward employees at the Schuylkill County Courthouse over the past week, prompting officers to seek an arrest warrant for terroristic threats.

UPDATE: Boil Water Advisory Issued for Portions of Pottsville Following Water Main Break

Following Monday morning’s water main break near the Roller Roost, a Boil Water Advisory has now been issued for affected customers in Pottsville.

Pottsville Rotary Recognizes November Students of the Month

The Pottsville Rotary Club recognized its November Students of the Month at the Club’s weekly meeting on Wednesday, November 5, 2025, at Vito’s Coal Fired Restaurant in St. Clair.

Pottsville Man Injured After High-Speed Route 61 Crash Sends Vehicle Down 100-Foot Embankment

A Pottsville man was injured Friday morning after crashing his vehicle down a steep embankment along Route 61, according to Pottsville Police.

Water Main Break Leaves Parts of Pottsville Without Service Monday Morning

Portions of Pottsville are without water Monday morning following a significant water main break near the Roller Roost, close to the Pottsville City–Norwegian Township line.

Free On-Street and Deck Parking Returns to Downtown Pottsville for the Holidays

Shoppers, diners, and visitors to Downtown Pottsville will once again enjoy free parking this holiday season.

SCHUYLKILL COUNTY ELECTION RESULTS: Republicans Sweep Pottsville City Races

 

After a very contentious election, the Republicans have swept all the races for the open positions for Mayor and Council in the city of Pottsville.