Wednesday, November 4, 2026

Schuylkill County Obituaries for November 4, 2026

Schuylkill County obituaries for November 4, 2026

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

Jamie Barton Wins Reelection in 124th District, Carries Schuylkill and Berks Portions

Photograph accompanying Jamie Barton’s 124th House District election results

Republican state Rep. Jamie Barton has won another term representing Pennsylvania’s 124th House District, defeating Democratic challenger Tina Burns and carrying both the Schuylkill County and Berks County portions of the district in reported unofficial returns.

Schuylkill County Native Rachel Wallace Concedes to Meuser, Pledges to Keep Holding Leaders Accountable

Photograph accompanying Rachel Wallace’s statement following the 2026 election

POTTSVILLE — Schuylkill County native Rachel Wallace conceded the race for Pennsylvania’s 9th Congressional District to Republican U.S. Rep. Dan Meuser on Tuesday night, thanking supporters and pledging to continue advocating for the region.

Tim Twardzik Wins Another Term in Pennsylvania’s 123rd House District

Republican state Rep. Tim Twardzik has won another term representing Pennsylvania’s 123rd House District, defeating Democratic challenger John Deatrich in the , General Election, according to unofficial Schuylkill County returns.

Tuesday, November 3, 2026

Congressman Dan Meuser Projected to Win Fifth Term Representing 9th Congressional District

U.S. Rep. Dan Meuser

Republican U.S. Rep. Dan Meuser held a 55,676-vote lead over Democratic challenger Rachel Wallace in Pennsylvania’s 9th Congressional District, according to unofficial election returns reported at .

Josh Shapiro Wins Second Term as Pennsylvania Governor, AP Projects

Photograph accompanying coverage of Pennsylvania’s 2026 governor election

Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro has won a second term, according to an Associated Press race call Tuesday evening. The Democratic incumbent defeated Republican challenger and state Treasurer Stacy Garrity in the , general election.

Schuylkill County 2026 General Election Results

Schuylkill County 2026 General Election graphic

Republican candidates led every listed race in Schuylkill County’s final overnight update from the , General Election. The unofficial report includes 44,470 ballots, with Election Day returns from all 125 precincts.

Final overnight update: .

Election Day precincts reporting: 125 of 125.

Completion status: All 125 precincts are marked partially reported; 0 precincts are marked complete.

Ballots reported: 44,470, including 40,093 Election Day votes and 4,377 mail votes. No provisional votes are included in this report.

Reported turnout: 58.09% of 76,558 registered voters.

Status: Unofficial. This final overnight update does not constitute certified results or confirmation that every eligible ballot has been counted.

About these totals: The tables below show Schuylkill County votes only. For races covering other counties, these figures do not represent the complete statewide or district-wide results.

Schuylkill County Weather: Near 70 Wednesday, Then Rain and a Cooler Weekend

Schuylkill County weather forecast graphic

Schuylkill County’s forecast beginning , calls for patchy fog overnight before temperatures climb near 70°F Wednesday. Showers become likely late Wednesday night, with rain expected Thursday and additional shower chances Friday.

Schuylkill Haven Man Jailed on Burglary and Assault Charges

Pennsylvania State Police graphic

A Schuylkill Haven man faces burglary and assault charges after Pennsylvania State Police say he forced his way into a Landingville home, assaulted a woman and left in her vehicle.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for November 3, 2026

Schuylkill County obituaries for November 3, 2026

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

Tri-County Youth Football Championships Set for This Sunday at Mahanoy Area

Tri-County Youth Football League graphic

The Tri-County Youth Football League’s 2026 championship matchups are set, with Ashland, Schuylkill Haven and Lehighton advancing following semifinal victories. Championship day will take place , at Mahanoy Area.

Monday, November 2, 2026

State Police Investigating Another Verizon Wire Theft in Schuylkill County

Schuylkill County police news graphic

SCHUYLKILL TOWNSHIP — Pennsylvania State Police at Frackville are investigating another theft involving Verizon wiring, this time near Old Route 209 and Walnut Street in Schuylkill Township.

District XI Volleyball: Four Local Teams Win; Championship Schedule Set

District XI graphic accompanying volleyball playoff results and championship schedules

Tri-Valley, Schuylkill Haven, Nativity BVM and Pottsville earned District XI volleyball playoff victories on , advancing to championship matches scheduled for Wednesday.

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for November 3, 2026

Schuylkill County weather forecast graphic

Schuylkill County’s weather forecast for , calls for mostly sunny skies and a high near 66°F. Temperatures could reach 69°F Wednesday before rain and a possible thunderstorm arrive Thursday.

Mahanoy City Santa Train and Christmas Tree Lighting Set for November 28

Mahanoy City Christmas tree lighting event graphic

MAHANOY CITY — Santa Claus will help kick off the holiday season in Mahanoy City on , with a train ride, community Christmas tree lighting and an evening of family activities.