Sunday, March 15, 2026

Schuylkill County Obituaries for March 15th, 2026

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Skook News Obituaries:  March 15th, 2026

Fire Damages Exterior of Home and Garage in Altamont Saturday Afternoon


A fire damaged the exterior of a home and garage in Altamont on Saturday afternoon, but quick action by firefighters prevented the flames from spreading.

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for Sunday, March 15th, 2026

    

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast

Weather Outlook: Cloudy conditions Sunday will give way to a soaking rain overnight. A strong storm system Monday could bring thunderstorms and a sharp temperature drop before colder air settles in Tuesday.


Sunday, March 15, 2026

Day: Cloudy skies. High near 51°F. Winds ESE at 10–15 mph.

Night: Rain showers during the evening becoming steadier overnight. Low around 44°F. Winds ESE at 10–15 mph.

Rain Chance: 100% | Rainfall: around 0.25 inches

Sunrise: 7:16 AM | Sunset: 7:12 PM


Monday, March 16, 2026

Day: Light rain early with thunderstorms developing during the afternoon. A few storms could become severe. High near 64°F. Winds SSE at 10–15 mph.

Rain Chance: 100%

Night: Rain early with decreasing clouds late as colder air moves in. Low around 27°F. Winds W at 10–15 mph.

Rain Chance: 100% | Rainfall: around 0.25 inches

Sunrise: 7:15 AM | Sunset: 7:13 PM


Tuesday, March 17, 2026

Day: A mix of clouds and sun early with increasing clouds later in the afternoon. Much colder. High near 34°F. Winds W at 10–20 mph.

Night: Clear to partly cloudy and cold. Low around 21°F. Winds WNW at 10–15 mph.

Sunrise: 7:13 AM | Sunset: 7:14 PM


Wednesday, March 18, 2026

Day: Some sunshine early with increasing clouds during the afternoon. High near 38°F. Winds SW at 5–10 mph.

Night: Mostly cloudy. Low around 29°F. Winds light and variable.

Sunrise: 7:11 AM | Sunset: 7:15 PM


Thursday, March 19, 2026

Day: Mostly cloudy skies. High near 49°F. Winds light and variable.

Night: Mostly cloudy with a low around 35°F. Winds light and variable.

Sunrise: 7:10 AM | Sunset: 7:16 PM


Forecast information is subject to change. Check back for updates as storms move into the area late Sunday into Monday.

Today’s weather forecast is brought to you by the Schuylkill Elder Abuse Prevention Alliance.

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Pennsylvania State Police Issue Missing Endangered Person Advisory for 86-Year-Old Last Seen in Schuylkill County



UPDATE:  This alert was cancelled by the Pennsylvania State Police after the person reported missing was found safe.


Saturday, March 14, 2026

PHOTO GALLERY: Pottsville's 50th Annual Leo F. Haley St. Patrick’s Day Parade

Gallery of photos from the Leo F. Haley St. Patrick’s Day Parade held in Pottsville on Saturday, March 14th, 2026.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for March 14th, 2026

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Skook News Obituaries:  March 14th, 2026

Ten Shenandoah Valley Band Students Inducted into Tri-M Music Honor Society


Ten students from the Shenandoah Valley School District’s band program were recently inducted into Chapter 8998 of the Tri-M Music Honor Society during the band’s March concert.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for March 13th, 2026

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Skook News Obituaries:  March 13th, 2026

Friday, March 13, 2026

Schuylkill County Projects Receive $8.1 Million to Reclaim Abandoned Mine Lands and Restore Waterways


Two projects in Schuylkill County aimed at reclaiming abandoned mine lands and improving water quality have been awarded nearly $8.1 million in state funding, according to Sen. Dave Argall (R-29) and Reps. JoAnne Stehr (R-107), Tim Twardzik (R-123), and Jamie Barton (R-124).

Wind Advisory Issued for Schuylkill County Until Saturday Morning


The National Weather Service has issued a Wind Advisory for Schuylkill County and portions of central Pennsylvania, which will remain in effect until 11:00 a.m. Saturday.

Schuylkill County Woman Charged in Ryan Township Shooting Faces Additional Charges After Prison Incident



A Barnesville woman charged this week in connection with a shooting in Ryan Township is now facing additional charges following an incident during her intake at Schuylkill County Prison.

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for March 13th, 2026

   

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast

Weather Outlook: Quiet weather through Saturday before rain returns late Sunday. A strong storm system Monday could bring thunderstorms and a sharp temperature drop with rain possibly changing to snow Monday night.


Friday, March 13, 2026

Day: Mostly cloudy and breezy. High near 47°F. Winds S at 10–20 mph.

Night: Rain showers during the evening with clearing later overnight. Low around 37°F. Winds WSW at 10–20 mph.

Rain Chance: 60%

Sunrise: 7:19 AM | Sunset: 7:09 PM


Saturday, March 14, 2026

Day: Mostly sunny but breezy. High near 48°F. Winds WNW at 10–20 mph.

Night: Partly cloudy early becoming mostly cloudy overnight. Low around 32°F. Winds light and variable.

Sunrise: 7:18 AM | Sunset: 7:10 PM


Sunday, March 15, 2026

Day: Cloudy skies. High near 50°F. Winds ESE at 10–15 mph.

Night: Rain showers in the evening becoming steadier overnight. Low around 43°F. Winds ESE at 10–15 mph.

Rain Chance: 90% | Rainfall: around 0.25 inches

Sunrise: 7:16 AM | Sunset: 7:11 PM


Monday, March 16, 2026

Day: Rain early with thunderstorms developing during the afternoon. Some storms could become severe. High near 62°F. Winds SSE at 10–20 mph.

Rain Chance: 90%

Night: Rain mixing with snow late as colder air moves in. Low around 25°F. Winds W at 10–15 mph.

Snow Chance: 90%

Sunrise: 7:15 AM | Sunset: 7:13 PM


Tuesday, March 17, 2026

Day: Partly cloudy in the morning becoming mostly cloudy by afternoon. Cold. High near 32°F. Winds W at 10–20 mph.

Night: Partly cloudy and colder. Low around 18°F. Winds WNW at 10–15 mph.

Sunrise: 7:13 AM | Sunset: 7:14 PM


Forecast information is subject to change. Check back for updates as storms move into the area late Sunday into Monday.

Today’s weather forecast is brought to you by the Schuylkill Elder Abuse Prevention Alliance.

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Helping Harvest Expands Programs, Now Serving Every School in Pottsville


Helping Harvest has announced that it now has a presence in every school within the Pottsville Area School District as the organization continues to expand its efforts to combat childhood hunger in Schuylkill County.

Thursday, March 12, 2026

Schuylkill County Man Charged in Second Stolen Vehicle Case This Week



A Frackville man already jailed in connection with a stolen vehicle and drug case in Saint Clair is now facing additional charges stemming from a separate incident earlier in the week in Butler Township.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for March 12th, 2026

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Skook News Obituaries:  March 12th, 2026