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Published September 14Ashland Marks 25th Anniversary of September 11 with Memorial Service
Members of the Ashland community gathered Thursday to remember the 2,977 people killed during the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks and honor the first responders whose courage emerged from one of the darkest days in American history. Ashland Marks 25 Years Since September 11…
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Published September 14Yuengling to Introduce Blueberry Beer During Pottsville Brewery Event
D.G. Yuengling & Son will introduce the latest beer in its Eagle Series during an event Thursday at the brewery in Pottsville. Yuengling Eagle Series No. 18 is a Blueberry Beer featuring a light Pilsner-style base and ripe blueberry flavor. The brewery describes it as slightly…
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Published September 14Four Walk in Penn’s Woods Events Planned Across Schuylkill County
Schuylkill County residents will have four opportunities in October to explore local forests, learn about woodland stewardship and see how property owners are caring for Pennsylvania’s natural resources. About Walk in Penn’s Woods Walk in Penn’s Woods is a statewide initiative…
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Published September 14PennDOT Crews to Conduct Pothole and Drainage Work in Schuylkill County
Motorists should prepare for daytime lane restrictions on Interstate 81 and Route 54 this week in Schuylkill County as PennDOT maintenance crews complete pothole patching and drainage work. Interstate 81 North - Mahanoy Township A lane closure is scheduled on Interstate 81 North…
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Published September 14Meuser Introduces Bill to Redirect Unused Housing Assistance to Veterans in Need
U.S. Rep. Dan Meuser has introduced legislation aimed at expanding access to housing assistance for veterans who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless. The Veterans Housing Opportunity Act , introduced as H.R. 10168, would establish a five-year pilot program within the…
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Published September 14SCI-Frackville Inmate Faces Felony Charges Following Alleged Assault on Corrections Officer
An inmate at SCI-Frackville is facing felony charges after state police allege he punched a corrections officer and was later found with a disassembled razor in his clothing. Joshua Jamar Moss, 38, was charged by Pennsylvania State Police at Frackville with felony counts of…
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Published September 13Schuylkill County Obituaries for September 13, 2026
Skook News Obituaries: September 13, 2026 Obituaries published from the Schuylkill County area. 📩 Daily Schuylkill County Obituary Alerts in Your Inbox Joseph M. Kantner Joseph M. Kantner , 80, formerly of Palo Alto, died Friday, September 11, 2026, at Providence Place in…
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Published September 13Tamaqua Area Announces 2026 Homecoming Court
Tamaqua Area High School has announced the members of its 2026 Homecoming Court. 2026 Tamaqua Area Homecoming Court This year’s court includes: Flynn Coleman and Lauren Ligenza Teegan Phillips and Gabrielle Osenbach Gabriel Conville and Payton Selby Jacob Denning and Siena…
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Published September 13Schuylkill League Soccer Statistical Leaders - As of September 12th, 2026
Schuylkill League Soccer Statistical Leaders The following boys and girls soccer statistics are based on game reports submitted by schools and include games reported through Saturday, September 12, 2026. Updated September 13, 2026. The next update is scheduled for September 20,…
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Published September 13Shenandoah Valley Holds Top Spot in Skook News Schuylkill County Power 5 After Week 3
Shenandoah Valley remains the team to beat in the Skook News Schuylkill County Power 5 following another decisive victory. Blue Mountain stays close behind after rolling past Schuylkill Haven, while Tamaqua and Tri-Valley move up following their second consecutive victories.…
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Published September 13Schuylkill County Marriage Licenses - September 5th through September 11th
The following marriage licenses were applied for through the Schuylkill County Register of Wills from Saturday, September 5, through Friday, September 11, 2026. A total of 23 marriage licenses were listed during the seven-day period. The issuance of a marriage license does not…
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Published September 12Schuylkill County Obituaries for September 12th, 2026
Skook News Obituaries: September 12, 2026 Obituaries published from the Schuylkill County area. 📩 Daily Schuylkill County Obituary Alerts in Your Inbox Marguerite “Peggy” Coreia Marguerite “Peggy” Coreia , 76, of Schuylkill Haven, passed away Thursday, September 10, 2026, at…