One Injured in Rollover Crash in Mahanoy City

One person was transported to hospital Thursday night in a rollover crash in Mahanoy City.

Congressman Dan Meuser Unveils Legislation Targeting Lower Prescription Drug Costs

U.S. Congressman Dan Meuser (PA-09) has introduced new legislation aimed at lowering prescription drug prices for Americans by tying U.S. medication costs to the prices paid in other developed countries.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for March 6th, 2026

                                                               

Skook News Obituaries:  March 6th, 2026

DEP Issues Orders Blocking Water, Sewer Service to Proposed ICE Detention Centers in Schuylkill and Berks Counties

The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) has issued a series of administrative orders that could significantly delay plans to convert two warehouses in Schuylkill and Berks counties into large immigration detention centers.

Schuylkill County Wrestlers Compete at PIAA Class 2A Championships

Several Schuylkill County wrestlers took to the mats at the PIAA Class 2A Wrestling Championships, battling through preliminary, 1st Round,, and consolation rounds against some of the top wrestlers in Pennsylvania. 

Below is a breakdown from Thursday of each county wrestler’s bouts during the opening rounds of the tournament.

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Tri-Valley

Owen Wolfgang (107 lbs)

Wolfgang opened the tournament in the preliminary round, where he defeated Carl Thomas (Burrell) by pin in 2:40 to advance.

In the first round of the championship bracket, Wolfgang faced Nathan Schuman (Honesdale) and was pinned in 0:23, sending him to the consolation bracket.

Hunter Updegrave (172 lbs)

Updegrave opened his state tournament in the preliminary round, where he was pinned by Brayden Lisowski (Penns Valley) in 2:47, sending him to the consolation bracket.

In Consolation Round 1, Updegrave was defeated by Nolan Savage (Line Mountain) via 17-1 technical fall in 1:59, ending his run at the PIAA Class 2A Wrestling Championships.

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North Schuylkill

Gaige Mentusky (107 lbs)

Mentusky’s tournament began in the preliminary round, where he was defeated by Ty Matthews (Central) via 15-0 technical fall in 2:47.

In Consolation Round 1, Mentusky was eliminated after being pinned by Max Jovenetti (St. Marys) in 2:23.

Cadyn McGraw (215 lbs)

McGraw dropped his first-round match to Logan Latimore (North East), who secured a pin in 2:32.

McGraw bounced back in Consolation Round 1, earning a pin over Max McConville (United) in 3:40 to stay alive in the tournament.

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Tamaqua

Rylan Reitz (114 lbs)

Reitz opened his tournament in the preliminary round, where Will Edwards (West Branch) recorded a 17-0 technical fall in 4:25.

Reitz then competed in Consolation Round 1, where he fell to Carter Ickes (Chestnut Ridge) by 11-1 major decision, ending his tournament.

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Mahanoy Area

Arturo Reyes (121 lbs)

Reyes was forced to forfeit his preliminary round match to Bruce Anderchak (Quaker Valley).

In Consolation Round 1, Reyes was listed as NC (no contest) against Davion Edmond (Cathedral Prep).

Rory Dixon (152 lbs)

Dixon competed in the first round of the championship bracket, where he was defeated by Lucas Boyer (Elizabeth Forward) by 8-4 decision.

In Consolation Round 1, Dixon lost a close match to Dawson Lomison (Bald Eagle Area) by 5-4 decision, ending his state tournament run.

Kyler Quick (215 lbs)

Quick opened the tournament with a 9-4 decision win over Kolton Carlson (Laurel) in the preliminary round.

In the first round, Quick was pinned by Landon Tucker (Mifflinburg) in 1:03, sending him to the consolation bracket.

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Pine Grove

Zachary Kurtz (215 lbs)

Kurtz began his state tournament with a win in the preliminary round, pinning Max McConville (United) in 3:16.

In the first round of the championship bracket, Kurtz fell to Aiden Bliss (Port Allegany) by 19-4 technical fall in 4:09.

Meet the Participants of Schuylkill County's 2026 NEPA MAEC Regional Spelling Bee

A total of 42 students from across Schuylkill County will take the stage this Saturday to compete in the 2026 Northeast PA Manufacturers & Employers Council Regional Spelling Bee, coordinated by the Schuylkill Technology Center.

Yuengling Light Lager Expands Field & Stream Partnership with New Limited-Edition Packaging

D. G. Yuengling & Son, Inc. has announced the return of its collaboration with Field & Stream, unveiling new limited-edition packaging for Yuengling Light Lager that will be available throughout 2026 across the brewery’s growing 30-state distribution footprint.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for March 5th, 2026

                                                              

Skook News Obituaries:  March 5th, 2026

Students Receive Pathway to Success Award from Schuylkill County Society for Pediatric Orthopedics

Two students from Alvernia University’s Pottsville College Towne and the Joseph F. McCloskey School of Nursing have been recognized for their dedication and commitment to the healthcare field.

Schuylkill County Man Charged After Meth, Heroin Found During Pottsville Drug Investigation

A Pottsville man is facing multiple drug charges after authorities executed a search warrant at a city residence as part of an ongoing investigation into methamphetamine distribution.

Second Annual Pottsville Film Festival Expands with Special Guest from Three’s Company

The Second Annual Pottsville Film Festival will return to downtown Pottsville from May 29–31, 2026, offering a weekend dedicated to independent film, creativity, and community engagement.

Phone Scam Leads to $2,500 Theft in Schuylkill County's North Union Township

Pennsylvania State Police are investigating a theft by deception case after a Schuylkill County woman was scammed out of $2,500 earlier this week.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for March 4th, 2026

                                                             

Skook News Obituaries:  March 4th, 2026

131 Student Musicians Celebrate 50th Anniversary of Schuylkill County Band Festival

 

The Schuylkill County Band celebrated a historic milestone this past weekend as students, educators, and community members gathered to mark the organization’s 50th anniversary with a special golden jubilee concert.

Schuylkill County Emergency Personnel Called to Working House Fire in Branchdale

Firefighters responded to a house fire in Branchdale on Wednesday afternoon.