
Penn State Schuylkill celebrated student achievement during its annual Academic Program Awards Ceremony on April 27, recognizing more than 50 students for outstanding academic performance across a wide range of disciplines.

The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) has renewed the operating permit for the Blythe Recycling and Demolition Site (BRADS) Landfill in Blythe Township, extending its ability to continue operating through January 20, 2035.
Police in Ashland assisted Northumberland County Probation on Friday in executing a warrant that led to the arrest of a local man.
Weather Outlook: A cool but pleasant weekend gives way to a big warm-up early next week, with temperatures pushing near 80 before rain returns by midweek.
Day: Partly cloudy skies. High around 55°F. Winds NW at 5–10 mph.
Night: Partly cloudy. Low near 36°F. Winds light and variable.
Sunrise: 6:02 AM | Sunset: 8:02 PM
Day: A mix of clouds and sunshine. High near 59°F. Winds WNW at 10–15 mph.
Night: A few clouds. Low around 43°F. Winds WSW at 5–10 mph.
Sunrise: 6:01 AM | Sunset: 8:03 PM
Day: A mix of sun and clouds with a noticeable warm-up. High near 71°F. Winds SW at 5–10 mph.
Night: Mostly clear skies. Low around 53°F. Winds S at 5–10 mph.
Sunrise: 6:00 AM | Sunset: 8:04 PM
Day: Warm with a mix of sun and clouds. High near 80°F. Winds SSW at 10–15 mph.
Night: Cloudy with showers developing late. Low around 58°F. Winds S at 5–10 mph.
Rain Chance: 40%
Sunrise: 5:58 AM | Sunset: 8:05 PM
Day: Periods of rain expected. High near 64°F. Winds SSW at 5–10 mph.
Rain Chance: 80%
Night: Rain likely. Low around 48°F. Winds light and variable.
Rain Chance: 80%
Sunrise: 5:57 AM | Sunset: 8:06 PM
Forecast information is subject to change. Stay with Skook News for the latest updates.
The Schuylkill County Elder Abuse Prevention Alliance (SEAPA) recognized community leaders and awarded scholarships to local students during its annual Hornbrook Memorial Award Luncheon and Scholarship Presentation.