Student Entrepreneurs Impress at IGNITE Schuylkill Final Pitch Event

The Schuylkill Chamber of Commerce celebrated the culmination of the IGNITE Schuylkill Youth Program Thursday evening at the Veterans Community Memorial Hall in Orwigsburg. 

Schuylkill County Crowns First Civics Bee Champions, Three Advance to State Finals

Bright young minds from across the region showcased their civic knowledge Wednesday night during Schuylkill County’s first National Civics Bee® competition, held at Penn State Schuylkill.

PennAEYC Honors Schuylkill Chamber with VOICE for Children Vision Award

The Schuylkill Chamber of Commerce was named the 2025 recipient of the VOICE for Children Vision Award by the Pennsylvania Association for the Education of Young Children (PennAEYC), during its annual VOICE for Children Celebration held Friday, April 4, at the Hershey Lodge.

Schuylkill Winterfest Brims with Winter Cheer

The Schuylkill Chamber of Commerce hosted the annual Schuylkill Winterfest on Saturday, transforming Alvernia University’s Pottsville CollegeTowne into a festive winter wonderland filled with community spirit, family fun, and friendly competition.

Schuylkill Winterfest Returns to Pottsville This Saturday

Get ready to embrace the winter spirit as Schuylkill Winterfest brings a day packed with exciting activities, local vendors, and entertainment to Pottsville this Saturday, January 18, 2025. 

Schuylkill Chamber of Commerce to Host Boilo Contest at Winterfest

Winterfest is heating up this January with a unique and spirited competition that celebrates a beloved coal region tradition. 

Orwigsburg Fire Department Launches $6 Million Capital Campaign to Build Modern Fire Station

Orwigsburg's Friendship Fire Company No. 1 is launching a $6 million capital campaign to construct a state-of-the-art fire station to better serve the community. 

Schuylkill Winterfest Pierogy Eating Contest Announced

Schuylkill County residents, prepare your appetites! The Schuylkill Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to announce the 2025 Schuylkill Winterfest Pierogy Eating Contest, presented by Mrs. T's Pierogies. 

New Salon Opens in Mahanoy City

On Monday, The Schuylkill Chamber of Commerce and Mahanoy Area Chamber of Commerce welcomed Glimmer Salon & Hair Restoration, LLC to Mahanoy City.

Onvo Service Plaza Celebrates Grand Opening in Highridge Industrial Park

On Tuesday, the Schuylkill Chamber of Commerce, Schuylkill Economic Development Corporation (SEDCO), and local officials gathered to celebrate the grand opening of the new Onvo Service Plaza at the Highridge Industrial Park. 

Schuylkill Chamber's Chivinski Completes Third Year of Leadership Program

Samantha Chivinski, Executive Vice President of the Schuylkill Chamber of Commerce, has reached a milestone in her professional development.

Farm Store Wins Inaugural Ignite Schuylkill Competition

On Thursday evening, entrepreneurs and business leaders gathered for the final event of the inaugural Ignite Schuylkill competition to determine the recipient of the $100,000 in capital funds.

Meet the Final 4 Ignite Schuylkill Businesses Competing for $100,000

The Ignite Schuylkill Entrepreneur competition has been narrowed to four.

Jim and Peg Stine Scholarships Awarded to Two Schuylkill County Students

The Pennsylvania State University and the Schuylkill Chamber of Commerce recently announced the 2024-2025 winners of the Jim and Peg Stine Scholarships. 

Dr. Gregory Dobash Named Schuylkill Chamber's Humanitarian of the Year

St. Luke’s Gregory Dobash, MD, Receives First-ever Humanitarian of the Year Award from Schuylkill Chamber of Commerce.

Schuylkill Chamber Helps Cut the Ribbon on the New Frackville Business Center

On Thursday, the Schuylkill Chamber of Commerce helped cut the ribbon on the new Frackville Business Center.

Schuylkill Chamber Foundation Announces $100,000 Grant Pool for IGNITE Schuylkill Entrepreneur Program

As a way to "ignite" local economic development, the Schuylkill Chamber Foundation unveiled last year, the IGNITE Schuylkill program, which is now generously supported by a $100,000 grant pool. 

Schuylkill Chamber to Bring Back Schuylkill Winterfest in Pottsville

The Schuylkill Chamber of Commerce is gearing up for the 2024 Schuylkill Winterfest in Downtown Pottsville. 

Schuylkill County Broadband Task Force Endorses Comcast for COVID-19 ARPA Broadband Infrastructure Program

A collaborative effort by the Schuylkill County Broadband Task Force (BTF) has resulted in the endorsement of Comcast, a prominent internet service provider (ISP), for the COVID-19 ARPA Broadband Infrastructure Program. 

Schuylkill Chamber and Penn State Schuylkill Award Jim & Peg Stine Scholarships

The Pennsylvania State University and the Schuylkill Chamber of Commerce recently announced the 2023-2024 winners of the Jim and Peg Stine Scholarships.