Features
Teamwork is Rewarding
By Oceana O’Boyle Teamwork is a lot like life. You have to be able to work with people, support others when they fail, and be a good sport whether you win or lose. In swimming, I have learned these lessons by being on a relay team.... Read More
Easter Recipe
By Kassidy Ravina My dad shared an Italian Easter Meat Pie recipe with me. He’s made it every year for as long as I remember. It’s absolutely delicious. First, you’ll need: 4 (9-inch) unbaked pie crusts 2 pounds of ricotta cheese 6 eggs 8 ounces of... Read More
Top 5 Funny Jokes
By Riannon Barkus and Myla Wall Need a Smile? Coal Cracker jokesters Rhiannon Barkus and Myla Wall had some fun searching the internet and social media for the funniest jokes they could find. Here, to brighten your day, are a few of their favorites. 1. I... Read More
Top 5 Summer Activities
By Kassidy Ravina and Rhiannon Barkus Are you tired of doing the same things every summer or not doing much at all? Here’s a list of new things to try this year! Take a camping trip. Whether it’s with family or friends, this can definitely make... Read More
Spartans Support Parkland Families
As their own high school was under threat of an attack, some local students organized a t-shirt fundraiser to help families of the victims of the Valentine’s Day shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida. On February 24, the North Schuylkill School District reported on its website... Read More
Winter Adventure Awaits
By Meredith Rhoades Whether you love or hate winter, no one can deny the fact that there are many fun opportunities here in Schuylkill County for wintertime fun! The Coal Region isn’t necessarily known for its outdoor recreational sports, but I believe it should be. With... Read More
Photo Contest Winner
A Closer Look Reveals Wonder Coal Cracker reporter Sara Dimmick, pictured above, won the Fresh Paint Days photo contest held in September when Coal Cracker Kids painted the Mahanoy City Lumber & Supply Company building. Sara’s prize was an Easy Macro lens for her smartphone, compliments of SandyLongPhotos. During the... Read More
Ankle Injury ‘Casts’ a Shadow
By Oceana O’Boyle On September 13th, I fractured my ankle playing in a seventh and eighth grade basketball game. This was my third game of the season. It was a home game, and I was super pumped. I was so upset when I couldn’t play. I... Read More
Five Years in Print
Marking a Milestone By Serena Bennett, Editor I have been a reporter for Coal Cracker since its beginning in 2014, and I have watched it grow exponentially ever since — 2018 will be our fifth year in print. While our editorial team used to meet at... Read More
Anthrasights Autumn Memories
Fall was a busy and scenic season. Coal Cracker journalists were in the field photographing some of the people and places that made autumn memories in and around the Anthracite Region. Pictured above, courtesy of Kaylee Lindenmuth, the Washington Hook and Ladder Fire Company in Mahanoy City reopened in October... Read More