Schuylkill County Obituaries for October 23, 2026

Obituaries published for the Schuylkill County area on Friday, October 23, 2026, including family remembrances and available funeral service information.

Valeria Hernandez Named Shenandoah Valley High School’s October Student of the Month

SHENANDOAH — Valeria Hernandez, a senior at Shenandoah Valley High School, has been named the school’s Student of the Month for October 2026.

Hernandez ranks first in her class and holds a cumulative GPA of 100.90, or 4.03 on a 4.0 scale. She plans to pursue a degree in biology, attend medical school and become a pediatrician.

Pottsville Sweeps Tri-Valley for Second Schuylkill League Volleyball Title in Three Years

POTTSVILLE — Pottsville Area captured its second Schuylkill League girls’ volleyball championship in three years with a three-set sweep of Tri-Valley on Thursday, October 22, 2026, at Martz Hall.

The Crimson Tide won the championship match 25-16, 25-23, 25-18.

State Police Plan November Sobriety Checkpoint in Schuylkill County

SCHUYLKILL COUNTY, Pa. — Pennsylvania State Police at Schuylkill Haven will conduct a sobriety checkpoint in Schuylkill County during November.

Mahanoy Plane Man Wanted After Alleged E-Bike Theft, Foot Chase in Frackville

FRACKVILLE — A Mahanoy Plane man is wanted by Frackville police after allegedly stealing an electric bicycle from a borough porch and running from an officer who attempted to arrest him.

Joshua Michael Longenberger, 32, faces a first-degree misdemeanor charge of theft by unlawful taking and a second-degree misdemeanor charge of evading arrest or detention on foot.

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for Friday, October 23, 2026

Schuylkill County’s weather forecast for Friday, October 23, 2026, calls for sunshine and a high near 58°F. Frost is expected during the early morning hours Saturday and Sunday before afternoon temperatures climb to around 65°F Monday.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for October 22, 2026

Obituaries published for the Schuylkill County area on Thursday, October 22, 2026, including family remembrances and available funeral service information.

PennDOT Announces Route 61 Frackville Grade Closure for November 1–2 for Traffic Shift

Route 61’s Frackville Grade between Terry Rich Boulevard in St. Clair and Interstate 81 near Frackville is scheduled to close from 3 a.m. Sunday, November 1, 2026, until 5 a.m. Monday, November 2, while crews shift traffic onto the newly constructed southbound side.

According to PennDOT, traffic will be detoured using Route 209, Route 901 and Interstate 81. Motorists should allow additional travel time and follow posted detour signs.

Pottsville Announces Free Two-Hour Holiday Parking and Downtown Parking Changes

POTTSVILLE — The Pottsville Parking Authority will offer two hours of free parking at metered spaces throughout the city this holiday season while preparing changes to downtown parking zones and payment kiosk locations.

The free parking initiative runs from Black Friday, November 27, 2026, through Christmas Day, Friday, December 25, 2026.

Schuylkill County School Concession Stands Can Compete for $500 Prize

Schuylkill County schools and booster organizations have an opportunity to turn their signature game-day beef dishes into a $500 prize through Pennsylvania’s third annual Beef’s Best Fall Concession Stand Contest.

The Pennsylvania Beef Council and Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic Association are accepting nominations through November 10, 2026. This year’s grand prize doubles last year’s award.

Yuengling Announces Cranberry Sour as Eagle Series No. 20

POTTSVILLE, Pa. — Yuengling has announced the latest addition to its limited-release Eagle Series, with Cranberry Sour scheduled to debut Thursday, November 19, 2026, at the brewery’s Pottsville gift shop.

Designated Eagle Series No. 20, the beer is described by Yuengling as “tart, crisp & juicy.” It will be available by the pint or growler while supplies last.

Schuylkill Technology Center Awarded $242,052 for Highway Industry Training

Schuylkill Technology Center has been awarded a $242,052 state grant to expand hands-on training opportunities for students preparing for careers in Pennsylvania’s heavy highway industry.

The funding, provided through PennDOT’s Career and Technical Education grant program, was announced by state Reps. Tim Twardzik, JoAnne Stehr, Jamie Barton and Dane Watro, along with state Sen. Dave Argall.

Tri-County Youth Football: Week 9 Scores, Final Standings and Wild Card Schedule

The Tri-County Youth Football League has completed its 2026 regular season, with Ashland’s A-team and the Schuylkill Haven and Lehighton B-teams finishing unbeaten as the league prepares for the Week 10 Wild Card playoffs.

The Wild Card round is scheduled for Saturday, October 24, and Sunday, October 25, at fields in Ashland, Blue Mountain, Lehighton and Jim Thorpe.

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for Thursday, October 22, 2026

Schuylkill County’s weather forecast for Thursday, October 22, 2026, calls for morning frost followed by sunshine and a high near 62°F. Frost returns during the following mornings, with temperatures falling near 31°F Friday night and 33°F Saturday night.

Blue Mountain Sweeps Schuylkill League Cross Country Team Titles; Dando, Tremaglia Win Individual Championships

BARNESVILLE — Blue Mountain swept the varsity boys and girls team championships, while North Schuylkill’s Genevieve Dando and Blue Mountain’s Quinnlon Tremaglia captured individual titles at the Schuylkill League Cross Country Championships on Wednesday, October 21, 2026, at White Birch Golf Course.

The Eagles finished with 29 points in each varsity race. Dando led a field of 64 girls, while Tremaglia finished first among 78 boys.

Schuylkill County Commissioners Approve Revised Highridge Tax Break, Seek Road Improvement Grant

POTTSVILLE, Pa. — Schuylkill County commissioners unanimously approved a revised tax exemption schedule for two proposed logistics facilities at Highridge Business Park on Wednesday, October 21, 2026, despite public concerns about the timing of the vote and the opportunity to review the proposal.

Commissioners also authorized a separate application for $788,385 in state transportation funding to rehabilitate Keystone Boulevard within the business park.

Beyond the Debate Stage: Meuser, Wallace Outline Priorities for Schuylkill County and the 9th District After Debate

The debate continued beyond the stage Tuesday night as Republican Congressman Dan Meuser and Democratic challenger Rachel Wallace met with reporters to defend their records, challenge each other’s claims and discuss issues facing Pennsylvania’s 9th Congressional District.

Following the October 20, 2026, forum hosted by the Schuylkill Chamber of Commerce at Penn State Schuylkill, Meuser addressed questions about his investments, congressional term limits and availability to constituents. Wallace pushed back against his characterization of her political views and outlined proposals aimed at reducing costs and expanding local recovery services.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for October 21, 2026

Obituaries published for the Schuylkill County area on Wednesday, October 21, 2026, including remembrances and available service information for Richard J. Updegrove and Donalene M. Platts.

Blue Mountain, Schuylkill Haven Advance to Girls’ Schuylkill League Soccer Final

Blue Mountain and Schuylkill Haven advanced to the 2026 Schuylkill League girls’ soccer championship with semifinal victories on Tuesday, October 20, at North Schuylkill.

Blue Mountain defeated Minersville 5–1, while Schuylkill Haven shut out North Schuylkill 5–0. The winners will meet for the league title Thursday at 7 p.m.

Pottsville Police Continue Investigation Into 2022 Disappearance of Zachary Vidal

POTTSVILLE — Pottsville police are renewing their appeal for information about Zachary Vidal, whose disappearance remains under active investigation nearly four years after he was last seen on October 22, 2022.