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Skook News

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Schuylkill County Native Named Principal of St. Joseph Center for Special Learning

SCHUYLKILL HAVEN — St. Joseph Center for Special Learning has named Elisabeth Hughes as its new principal, bringing an educator with 24 years of experience and local ties to lead its programs for children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Hughes will serve as the center’s chief executive and educational leader, overseeing both its school-age program and Adult Program. She succeeds Bob Giba, who became principal in 2019. Experience in Schuylkill County Schools An Orwigsburg native, Hughes spent more than two decades in the Schuylkill Haven Area School District, where she taught first and third grades before serving as a Title I reading specialist from 2014 to 2024. During that time, she worked with fellow Title I teachers to develop an Orton-Gillingham reading curriculum for kindergarten and second grade. Since January 2025, Hughes has worked as a reading interventionist in the Blue Mountain School District. She holds a bachelor’s degree in elementary education from Elizabethtown College, a master’s degree in education from Alvernia University and a reading specialist certificate from Wilkes University. She also is certified in special education and the Orton-Gillingham approach to reading instruction and has training in Science of Reading methods. “Elisabeth Hughes has spent her

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Stretch of I-81 in Schuylkill County reopen after crash

SCHUYLKILL CO. (WOLF) — UPDATE: PennDOT reports all lanes of I-81 have reopened. Interstate 81 was closed in both directions in Schuylkill County on Monday following a multi-vehicle crash that prompted a request for a medical helicopter. The crash occurred around 11:15 a.m. between the Frackville and Mahanoy City...

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Contaminated sugar, unapproved foods, and other Berks County restaurant inspections for Nov. 2-8

The state inspected the following food establishments in Berks County. To find more restaurant safety information, view full inspection reports, and sign up for real-time text or email alerts for specific restaurants or locations, visit Spotlight PA’s Restaurant Safety Tracker. The Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture produces retail food inspection...

Berks County, PA · 3d
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Family Holiday Events & Winter Fun | Schuylkill & Beyond

The winter holidays are officially here, and the Mt. Carmel - Schuylkill - Pottsville area is bursting with festive family fun! No matter what winter holidays your family observes or what ages you are planning for, our local community is packed with inclusive events, seasonal traditions, and winter entertainment for everyone. Check out my top picks for holiday family activities across the region and start planning your seasonal outings today!

Pottsville, PA · 1d
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Skook News

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Blue Mountain Girls Advance to PIAA Soccer Quarterfinals; Boys Fall to Holy Ghost Prep

Blue Mountain's girls soccer team advanced to the 2026 PIAA Class 3A quarterfinals with a 2-1 victory over Conrad Weiser on November 10. The Blue Mountain boys' season ended with an 8-1 loss to Holy Ghost Prep in the first round. Blue Mountain PIAA Soccer Results: November 10, 2026 2026 PIAA Class 3A first-round soccer results Division Final Score Class 3A Girls Blue Mountain 2 , Conrad Weiser 1 Class 3A Boys Holy Ghost Prep 8 , Blue Mountain 1 Blue Mountain vs. Radnor: Girls Soccer State Quarterfinals Blue Mountain will face Radnor in the PIAA Class 3A girls soccer quarterfinals. The kickoff time and location are to be announced. Schedule details are subject to change. All kickoff times, when announced, are Eastern.

Schuylkill Haven, PA · 20h

The Shenandoah (PA) Sentinel

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Legislators, community leaders cut ribbon on Tamaqua dental clinic

TAMAQUA – A former pharmacy in eastern Schuylkill County is now a training ground for... The article Legislators, community leaders cut ribbon on Tamaqua dental clinic first appeared on The Shenandoah Sentinel .

Tamaqua, PA · 3d

Skook News

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Schuylkill County Weather: Rain Thursday, Snow Showers Possible Friday

Rain and colder temperatures are ahead for Schuylkill County in the forecast beginning Thursday, November 12, 2026 . Showers will continue through much of Thursday before colder air brings rain and snow showers Thursday night and Friday. Little or no snow accumulation is expected. Drier weather should return for the weekend and early next week. Schuylkill County Weather Highlights Thursday: Showers, mainly before 3 p.m., with a high near 52°F. One-half to three-quarters of an inch of rain is possible. Thursday night and Friday: Rain and snow showers, with wind gusts up to 28 mph. Friday’s high will be near 40°F. Weekend: Mostly cloudy Saturday and partly sunny Sunday, with highs in the mid-40s. Early next week: Mostly sunny days, with overnight lows dropping into the upper 20s. Seven-Day Forecast: November 12–18, 2026 Schuylkill County daily and overnight weather forecast. All temperatures are in degrees Fahrenheit. Day Forecast Thursday, November 12 Day: Showers, mainly before 3 p.m., with a high near 52°F . East wind around 5 mph will become light and variable during the morning. Chance of precipitation is 100% , with rainfall amounts between one-half and three-quarters of an inch possible. Night: A chance of rain showers before

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Faster Storm Intensification Could Pull Cold Air Into Northeast Pennsylvania and Bring Accumulating Snow to the Poconos and Schuylkill County Friday Morning

PENNSYLVANIA — A coastal storm taking shape off the Mid-Atlantic coast could have a bigger impact on northeast Pennsylvania if it strengthens quickly. A decent supply of cold air sits to the north, and a faster-developing storm could pull some of that colder air into the region. Accumulating snow is not the most likely outcome, but it could start showing up on forecast models for the Poconos, Schuylkill County, and areas to the northwest.

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Orwigsburg Attorney Lora J. McDonald Announces Bid for Schuylkill County Magisterial District Judge

ORWIGSBURG — Attorney Lora J. McDonald has announced her candidacy for magisterial district judge in District Court 21-3-03, serving Orwigsburg and surrounding communities, in the 2027 election. McDonald, an Orwigsburg resident with more than 30 years of legal experience, cited her work in private practice, public defense and courtroom litigation as preparation for the position. “After more than 30 years of practicing law in Schuylkill County, I believe my experience, knowledge, and dedication to public service have prepared me for the responsibility of serving as Magisterial District Judge,” McDonald said in her announcement. Legal Experience and Education Her legal practice has included criminal defense, family law, custody, child support, estates, guardianships, real estate and personal injury matters. “Throughout my career, I have represented individuals and families from all walks of life. My experience in private practice, as an Assistant Public Defender, and in the courtroom has given me a strong understanding of the law and the importance of treating every individual with fairness, dignity, and respect,” she said. A 1986 honors graduate of Nativity BVM High School, McDonald earned a Bachelor of Arts in Politics from DeSales University in 1990, graduating summa cum laude. She received her Juris Doctor from

Orwigsburg, PA · 1d

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Knights fall to Penn State Lehigh Valley

Knights sports update: After the game described below, The Knights lost to Navy, in Annapolis, 102-46, on Nov. 8, making the record 0-3. The Knights will face Penn State Schuylkill on Thursday at 8 p.m., in Schuylkill Haven. The Knightly News doesn’t cover Central Penn away games. Read about the Central Penn-Navy game on the Knights Athletics page.

Schuylkill Haven, PA · 2d

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Wyomissing eyes 60% property tax hike in proposed 2027 budget

WYOMISSING, Pa. – It took the mayor’s vote to make it happen, but Wyomissing Borough will advertise a proposed 2027 general operating budget with a 60% tax increase. Wyomissing Borough Council was divided on advertising the proposed $31 million budget by a 3-3 vote Tuesday night. Mayor Frederick Levering was then required to vote to break the tie.

Wyomissing, PA · 1d

Skook News

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Schuylkill County’s No. 1 Dog Contest Seeks School Spirit Photos

Schuylkill County dog owners are invited to show off their pups’ school pride for a chance to win a free 2027 annual dog license and the title of “Schuylkill County’s #1 Dog.” County Treasurer Linda Yeich announced that the Treasurer’s Office is accepting photo contest entries through November 20, 2026 . This year’s theme is “School Spirit Dogs.” How to Enter the School Spirit Dogs Contest Owners are encouraged to dress their dogs in school colors or use props to show support for a Schuylkill County school. Photos can celebrate an owner’s alma mater or the school district where they currently live. To enter, email a photo to abensinger@schuylkillcountypa.gov with the following information: Owner’s name Dog’s name Address Phone number Valid email address Entries missing required information will not be accepted. The Treasurer’s Office said addresses, phone numbers and email addresses will not be shared. Eligibility: Dogs must be currently registered and have a valid annual license to enter. Dogs with lifetime licenses are not eligible. Voting Dates and Prizes Facebook voting will take place November 21 through November 28, 2026 . Winners will be announced Monday, November 30, 2026 . One regular annual license and one senior annual license

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Wyomissing Borough Council considers new zoning rules for Berkshire Mall, nearby properties to give developers more flexibility

WYOMISSING, Pa. — There’s still no plan for what might replace the Berkshire Mall. But at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Wyomissing Borough Council will look at what could happen across the area. If a developer wanted to build something different at the mall, what could go in its place?...

Wyomissing, PA · 2d

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PennDOT warns drivers about snow squalls; NEPA has seen massive pileups over the years

MONTOURSVILLE, LYCOMING CO. (WOLF) — PennDOT is urging drivers to use caution as winter weather could bring snow squalls, blowing snow and icy roads to parts of northern Pennsylvania. Snow squalls can quickly cover roads and sharply reduce visibility, sometimes with little warning. If the National Weather Service issues...

Schuylkill County, PA · 18h

Berks Weekly

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Food Facility selling foods prepared in an unapproved private home: Restaurant Inspections, Nov. 12, 2026

The Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture has posted an updated list of recent Retail Food Inspection Reports for restaurants and food handlers in Berks County. Inspections are a “snapshot” of the day and time of the inspection. Violations are recorded but are often corrected on the spot prior to the inspector leaving the facility. For more information on retail food inspection reports, visit: agriculture.pa.gov.

Berks County, PA · 20h

The Shenandoah (PA) Sentinel

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Ryan Township approves purchase of new police cruiser

BARNESVILLE – One of the oldest police cruisers still in service in our area is... The article Ryan Township approves purchase of new police cruiser first appeared on The Shenandoah Sentinel .

Barnesville, PA · 2d

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Generations Of Reading Families Have Stopped At The Peanut Bar Restaurant In Reading, Pennsylvania, For Free Peanuts

Some restaurants hand you a menu and a glass of water. One spot in downtown Reading hands you peanuts, and then it lets you toss the shells right onto the floor. Nobody frowns, and nobody grabs a broom in a panic. The practice has been going on for so long that grandparents, parents, and kids in Berks County have all shared the same simple ritual at the same tables.

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