Tamaqua Area Announces 2024 Homecoming Court

The Tamaqua Area School District will be celebrating its 2024 Homecoming Festivities on Friday, September 27 when the Blue Raider football team plays host to Bangor.

Power Outage Reported in Tamaqua Monday Morning

A power outage has been reported in the Tamaqua Area Monday morning.

Water Main Break Reported in Tamaqua

A water main break has been reported in Tamaqua.

Pedestrian Fatally Struck in Tamaqua Identified

The pedestrian that was fatally struck in Tamaqua early Monday morning has been identified.

Tamaqua Police Assist U.S. Marshals in Apprehending Man Wanted for Rape of a Child

The Tamaqua Police Department assisted with apprehending a man wanted for raping a child.

Pedestrian Struck and Killed in Tamaqua Monday Morning

A pedestrian was struck and killed in Tamaqua on Monday morning.

Procession Held for State Trooper Peter K. Conforti in Schuylkill County

The community came together to honor a State Trooper from Schuylkill County.

Suspect Steals Firearm After Robbery in Tamaqua

The Tamaqua Police Department is investigating a robbery that occurred late Friday.

Pennsylvania Attorney General Seeks Information in Case of Former Tamaqua Police Officer Accused of Child Sex Crimes

The Pennsylvania Attorney General's Office is looking to speak with anyone that may have had an inappropriate contact with a former Tamaqua Police Office.

Tamaqua Police Asks for Leads in Identifying Motorcycle Theft Suspect

The Tamaqua Police Department is seeking the public's assistance in identifying a suspect involved in a motorcycle theft incident.

Tamaqua Summerfest Set For Father’s Day Sunday

The Tamaqua Summerfest is returning this Sunday to South Railroad Street. 

Tamaqua Police Officer Arrested for Alleged Crimes Involving Minors and Animals in Columbia County

A Tamaqua Police Officer was arrested in Columbia County on numerous shocking charges on Friday.

Winning Pennsylvania Lottery Scratch-Off Worth $1 Million Sold in Schuylkill County

A winning Pennsylvania Lottery scratch off ticket worth $1 Million has been sold in Schuylkill County.

Tamaqua Home Damaged by Fire, One Transported to the Hospital

A fire damaged a Tamaqua home and sent a woman to the hospital Monday evening.

One Rescued from House Fire in Tamaqua

One person was rescued from a house fire in Tamaqua on Thursday morning.

North Schuylkill to Defend Schuylkill League Championship After Win over Tamaqua

The North Schuylkill Spartans secured their ticket to the Schuylkill League Championship game after defeating the Tamaqua Raiders 42-37. 

Schuylkill County Coroner Called to Brush Fire in Tamaqua

The Schuylkill County Coroner's Office was requested to the scene of a brush fire near Tamaqua on Sunday afternoon.

Tamaqua Rings in 2024 with Eagle Light Display at ABC Hi-Rise

In a longstanding tradition, Tamaqua welcomed the New Year by illuminating the ABC Hi-Rise at the stroke of midnight.

Tamaqua Man Behind Bars After Destructive Rampage in Walker Township Home

A Tamaqua man remains locked up in Schuylkill County Prison after a disturbance in Walker Township.

Little Miss Spirit of Tamaqua Crowned

Tamaqua's Little Miss Spirit of Christmas has been crowned for 2023.