North Schuylkill Board Approves Dave Reeder as New Head Girls’ Soccer Coach

The North Schuylkill School District Board of Education approved the hiring of Dave Reeder of Ashland as the Spartans’ new Head Girls’ Soccer Coach at Wednesday night’s meeting.

Geisinger Files Legal Action Against St. Luke’s Following Schuylkill County Hospital Ownership Change

A legal dispute has emerged between Geisinger and St. Luke’s University Health Network following a recent announcement that St. Luke’s will assume full ownership of Geisinger St. Luke’s Hospital in Orwigsburg.

Schuylkill County Weather Related Announcements | Thursday, January 22nd, 2026

           

Schuylkill County Weather Related Announcements for

Thursday, January 22nd, 2026

WEATHER ALERT: Winter Storm Watch Issued for Schuylkill County and Much of Central Pennsylvania

The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Watch for Schuylkill County and parts of central Pennsylvania.

Schuylkill County High School Wrestling Results | January 21st, 2026

     

Schuylkill County High School Wrestling Results

January 21st, 2026

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for Thursday, January 22nd, 2026

       

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast

for Thursday, January 22nd, 2026

Joseph Tomtishen Named North Schuylkill Head Football Coach for 2026 Season

The North Schuylkill Board of Education officially approved the hiring of Joseph Tomtishen as the Spartans’ new Head Football Coach during its monthly meeting Wednesday night.

Schuylkill County Obituaries | January 21st, 2026

                       

Skook News Obituaries:  January 21st, 2026

More Than 4 Pounds of Meth Seized During Shenandoah Drug Operation

A Pottstown man is facing felony drug charges following a controlled drug purchase that allegedly led to the seizure of more than four pounds of methamphetamine in Shenandoah Borough.

Police: Ringtown Man Drove Vehicle Off Tow Truck During Repossession

A Ringtown man is facing multiple criminal and traffic-related charges following an alleged confrontation with a tow truck operator during a vehicle repossession in October, according to court records filed by the Pennsylvania State Police on January 20th, 2026.

Pennsylvania State Police Continue Investigation Into Missing Schuylkill County Man

The Pennsylvania State Police Troop L – Frackville continues to investigate the disappearance of 43-year-old Donald George “DJ” Hamaker, who has been missing since May 28, 2024.

PMEA District 10 Jazz Band Festival Set for January 30–31 at North Schuylkill High School

The Pennsylvania Music Educators Association (PMEA) District 10 will host the 2026 District 10 Jazz Band Festival on Friday and Saturday, January 30–31, 2026, at North Schuylkill High School.

Yuengling Unveils Limited-Edition Lager to Honor America’s 250th Anniversary

America’s Oldest Brewery is raising a patriotic toast to the nation’s upcoming 250th birthday.

Buzzer Beater Lifts Mahanoy Area Past North Schuylkill in Division 1 Thriller

A Schuylkill League Division 1 matchup between North Schuylkill and Mahanoy Area came down to the final second on Tuesday night, and it was the Bears who walked out with a dramatic 50–47 victory at Cesari–Hope Gymnasium.

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast | Wednesday, January 21st, 2026

      

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast

for Wednesday, January 21st, 2026