Tamaqua Dental Clinic Draws 30 Patients a Day, Easing Rural PA Shortage

A dental clinic built inside a former Rite Aid pharmacy in Tamaqua has been averaging 30 patients a day since it opened Sept. 2, and on Friday, Temple University leaders, state officials and community members gathered to formally dedicate the facility at a grand opening ceremony in the borough’s business district.

Restaurant owner warns minimum wage hike could mean cuts for small businesses

PENNSYLVANIA (WHP) — Pennsylvania's minimum wage has remained at $7.25 an hour since 2009. Now, a proposal to raise it to $15 an hour could mean a significant change for workers - and a major expense for some small businesses. For Brian Crouse, who helps run 3C's Family Restaurant...

Press Enterprise Investigation Reveals 112 Immigration Arrests

BLOOMSBURG — A Press Enterprise investigation found local police helped federal immigration agents arrest at least 112 people in Columbia and Montour counties. The arrests occurred between October 2025 and August 2026, according to federal records. The Press Enterprise reports 46 arrests occurred in the Berwick area, with others...

Lebanon County Commissioners table nine hotel tax grant requests

This article was funded by LebTown donors as part of our Civic Impact Reporting Project. Lebanon County Commissioners voted 2-1 to table nine hotel tax grant application requests totaling about $39,000 during their Thursday, Nov. 5, meeting. Commissioners Mike Kuhn and Bob Phillips voted to table the proposals, with Commissioner...

District 11 4A football quarterfinal photos: North Schuylkill at Bethlehem Catholic, Nov. 7, 2026

Bethlehem Catholic hosted North Schuylkill in a district playoff contest on Saturday night.

HS FOOTBALL ROUNDUP: Devils, Cougars fall in playoffs; Mahanoy wins Eastern Conference

SHENANDOAH – Shenandoah’s season ended in the District XI 2A playoffs while Mahanoy Area won... The article HS FOOTBALL ROUNDUP: Devils, Cougars fall in playoffs; Mahanoy wins Eastern Conference first appeared on The Shenandoah Sentinel .

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for November 9, 2026

Schuylkill County will begin the week with a slight chance of early rain on Monday, November 9, 2026 , followed by partly sunny skies and wind gusts up to 31 mph . Tuesday and Veterans Day are expected to stay dry before rain arrives Thursday. Colder temperatures follow Friday, with a chance of rain and snow Friday night. Schuylkill County Weather Highlights Monday: A slight chance of rain before 8 a.m., followed by partly sunny skies. High near 55°F, with gusts up to 31 mph. Tuesday and Veterans Day: Sunshine, with highs near 60°F Tuesday and 59°F Wednesday. Thursday and Friday: Rain and falling temperatures, with Friday’s high near 40°F. Friday night: A 40% chance of rain and snow, with a low around 31°F. Seven-Day Forecast: November 9–15, 2026 Schuylkill County Daily and Nighttime Weather Forecast Day Forecast Monday November 9 Day: A slight chance of rain before 8 a.m. Otherwise, partly sunny and breezy, with a high near 55°F . Northwest winds at 7 to 14 mph could gust as high as 31 mph . Chance of precipitation is 20% . Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 37°F . Northwest wind around 5 mph will become calm during

Huskies Collect 23 Wins at Journeymen Collegiate Classic; Jones and Alderfer Go 3-0

BETHLEHEM, Pa. – Bloomsburg wrestling turned in a strong showing at the 2026 Journeymen Collegiate Classic on Sunday, collecting 23 contested victories across 13 wrestlers in the round-robin tournament in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Justin Jones (Orange County, Va./Locust Grove) and Eric Alderfer (Harleysville, Pa./Faith Christian) led the Huskies with three...

Danville Veterans Monument Seeks Names Of Service Members

DANVILLE — Organizers of a veterans monument in Danville’s Memorial Park are seeking names of those who served in recent wars. VFW Post 298 and Montour County Veterans Affairs are collecting submissions for the Global War on Terrorism Monument. Eligible veterans served during Desert Shield or Desert Storm,...

Schuylkill Technology Center to Host 32nd Annual Vendor and Craft Show Saturday

FRACKVILLE — Schuylkill Technology Center will host its 32nd Annual Vendor and Craft Show and Basket Raffle on Saturday, November 7, 2026 , from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at its North Campus in Frackville. The event benefits career and technical education in Schuylkill County, helping students participate in competitions that showcase the skills they are developing for future careers. STC Vendor and Craft Show Details Date: Saturday, November 7, 2026 Time: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Location: Schuylkill Technology Center North Campus, Frackville Activities: Vendor and craft show and basket raffle Information: 570-874-1034 Fundraiser Supports Student Competitions Held since 1994, the fundraiser supports student organizations including SkillsUSA, DECA and HOSA. Proceeds help students take part in district, state and national competitions in their respective fields. According to STC, students participating through its clubs have earned gold, silver and bronze awards in recent years. Feed a Friend Food Collection Visitors will also have an opportunity to help residents in need this Thanksgiving. STC is partnering with the WNEP Feed a Friend Campaign and has placed a collection barrel in the North Campus lobby for donations of nonperishable food items . About Schuylkill Technology Center STC is an accredited career and

Highlight: Joe Milton finds Makai Lemon for 17 yards

APSCUF READY TO FIGHT RETRENCHMENT AT COMMONWEALTH UNIVERSITY

The faculty union at the State System of Higher Education is gearing up for a fight over retrenchment at Commonwealth University, the three-campus state-owned entity that is made up of the former Bloomsburg, Lock Haven, and Mansfield universities. Commonwealth last month notified the faculty that they may lose 108 positions:...

Volleyball Finishes Season on Senior Day Against West Chester

BLOOMSBURG, Pa. - The Bloomsburg volleyball team fell in its season finale at Nelson Field House on Saturday against West Chester. The Huskies (11-15, 2-12 PSAC East) started the contest by trading the first two sets with the Golden Rams (11-18, 3-11 PSAC East). Despite an emphatic showing in the second set, Bloomsburg could not replicate its success, as West Chester laid claim to the final two sets.

Blue Mountain Girls and Boys Soccer Teams Set for PIAA Class 3A Playoff Openers

Both Blue Mountain soccer teams will begin their runs in the 2026 PIAA Class 3A state playoffs on Tuesday, November 10 , with the girls playing at home and the boys heading on the road. The girls will host Conrad Weiser at 6 p.m. , while the boys will travel to Holy Ghost Prep for a 6:30 p.m. kickoff. Blue Mountain Girls Host Conrad Weiser The Blue Mountain girls will open state tournament play against Conrad Weiser in a first-round matchup at Blue Mountain. Kickoff is scheduled for 6 p.m., giving local fans an opportunity to support the Eagles at home. Blue Mountain Boys Travel to Holy Ghost Prep The Blue Mountain boys will play their first-round contest at Holy Ghost Prep, with kickoff scheduled for 6:30 p.m. Both teams will be looking for victories to advance in their respective state tournament brackets. PIAA Class 3A Soccer Schedule: November 10, 2026 Both matches are first-round contests. All kickoff times are Eastern. Blue Mountain Girls and Boys Soccer State Playoff Schedule Tournament Game Details Class 3A Girls Blue Mountain vs. Conrad Weiser Location: Blue Mountain Kickoff: 6 p.m. Class 3A Boys Blue Mountain vs. Holy Ghost Prep Location: Holy Ghost Prep

Men's Cross Country finishes No. 11 at league meet

BLOOMSBURG, Pa. (Nov. 7) – The California (PA) men's cross country team placed 11th in the team standings on Saturday morning at the Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference (PSAC) Championships hosted by Bloomsburg. The Vulcans totaled 347 points in the team standings. Shippensburg captured its fourth-consecutive league title with 53...

District Football: Blue Devils fall in EC game, finish with four wins

MAHONEY CITY — Quinton Rucker scored four touchdowns of at least 53 yards Friday night to lead host Mahanoy Area to a 37-7 romp over Old

Henning, McCune lead IUP cross country at PSAC Championships

BLOOMSBURG, Pa. – The IUP men's and women's cross country teams competed at the 2026 Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference (PSAC) Championships on Saturday in Bloomsburg, with sophomores Colton Henning and senior Zaya McCune leading their respective teams. The Crimson Hawks men's team finished ninth overall with 260 points in...

LebCo Football Alumni Check-In: Brummel, Williams, Stickler & More Highlight Another Big Weekend

If you like this type of coverage, please let us know by Following us on social media: Twitter/X – @lebcosports1 and Facebook. For any questions, comments, or discrepancies, please reach out to dan@lebcosports.com. Brummel, Williams, Stickler & More Highlight Another Big Weekend. Blocked punts, another 100-yard rushing performance, and...

Game of the Week Challenge: Pick Week 12 Lehigh Valley high school football winners

The postseason continues in Week 12 of the Lehigh Valley high school football season, and it's time to take the The Morning Call Game of the Week Challenge, sponsored by Yocco's, "The Hot Dog King!" Vote on which team you think will win the matchups we've designated as the games...