Saturday, January 31, 2015

2015 Winter Carnival Snowdrop and Snowflake Princesses Crowned

Saturday night was Pageant Night for the Winter Carnival Contestants

Winter Storm Warning Issued Ahead of Storm

The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Warning ahead of Sunday/Monday's storm for the Northern Half of Pennsylvania

Multiple People Flown to Hospital After Head On Crash on Route 309

Around 12:45pm Saturday, emergency personnel were called to Route 309 in Rush Township for a head on motor vehicle accident.

Steel Assembly of Knoebels Impulse to Begin This Week

Knoebels announced last week that the steel assembly of their new rollercoaster is scheduled to begin this week.

Reported Working Structure Fire in Pottsville

Around 1:45pm, fire crews were dispatched to 620 Greenwood Ave, in Pottsville for a working structure fire.

Over Half a Foot of Snow and Freezing Rain Expected Super Bowl Sunday

According to the National Weather Service's forecast, Schuylkill County could expect over half a foot of snow Sunday.

Friday, January 30, 2015

Winter Storm Watch / Wind Chill Advisory Issued for Schuylkill County

The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Watch and Wind Chill Advisory for Schuylkill County

Llewellyn Man Arraigned for Open Lewdness and Indecent Exposure

Last night, we reported that the Mahanoy Township Police were looking for a man who reportedly walked into the Shell Gas Station Morea Road, walked into the bathroom for several minutes and then walked towards the counter revealing his genitals to the cashier then placing them on the counter. The suspect then quickly exited the gas station and fled.

Motorists Urged to Heed Weather Forecasts for Super Bowl Sunday

With the potential for several inches to a foot of snow in Pennsylvania on Super Bowl Sunday, PennDOT today urged drivers to watch weather forecasts and be prepared to change any travel plans.

IN CUSTODY: Man Wanted for Open Lewdness; Indecent Exposure

We reported last night that the Mahanoy Township Police Department was looking for a man after an Open Lewdness, Indecent Exposure Incident.

Schuylkill County School Delays and Closings - 1/30/15




Schuylkill County School Delays - 1/30/15

Blue Mountain - CLOSED
Mahanoy Area - CLOSED
McCann School of Business/Pottsville - CLOSED
Nativity BVM - CLOSED
North Schuylkill - CLOSED
Panther Valley - CLOSED
Pine Grove - CLOSED
Pottsville Area - CLOSED
Schuylkill Haven - CLOSED
Schuylkill Health School of Nursing - 2 Hour Delay
Schuylkill Maple Ave - CLOSED
Schuylkill Special Education Center - CLOSED
Schuylkill Tech North & South - CLOSED
St. Ambrose / Schuylkill Haven - CLOSED
St. Jerome / Regional - CLOSED
Tamaqua Area - CLOSED
Tri Valley - CLOSED
Trinity Academy - CLOSED
Williams Valley - CLOSED

Thursday, January 29, 2015

Police Looking for Man After Indecent Exposure, Open Lewdness Incident

The Mahanoy Township Police posted the following to the Facebook page regarding an incident Thursday

Pennsylvania State Treasurer Resigning

On Thursday morning, Pennsylvania Treasurer Rob McCord announced his resignation.

2015 Youth Little League Baseball/Softball Sign-Ups




2015 Youth Little League Baseball/Softball Sign-Ups from Schuylkill County

2015 Super Bowl Commercials


It's that time of the year.  Time for that one night of their where everyone sits down and watches the biggest night of the year for sports.  But who cares about the game, we are here for the commercials!  Below are some of the 2015 Super Bowl commercials that have been released or banned already.

Vandalism in Frackville, West Mahanoy Township

On Tuesday morning, residents in Frackville and West Mahanoy Township woke up to find graffiti on their garages.

Wednesday, January 28, 2015

Argall encourages students with interest in public service to apply for scholarship

HARRISBURG – College students who are interested in a career in public service can apply for the James A. Finnegan Fellowship Foundation internship program through February 7, according to Senator David G. Argall (R-Schuylkill/Berks).

Utility/Water Company Worker Robbery Warning

There have been many incidents reported over the last week or two about fake utility/water company workers robbing homes.

Hazardous Weather Outlook - 1/28/15

The National Weather Service issued a Hazardous Weather Outlook with cold temperatures today and snow in the forecast

Tuesday, January 27, 2015

Should Medical Marijuana Be Legalized in Pennsylvania?

Today, Tuesday, January 27th, Senator Daylin Leach (Democrat) and Mike Folmer (Republican) reintroduce legislation that would legalize medical marijuana in Pennsylvania.

Maroons Pub Closes in Pottsville

Followers had notified Skook News that over the weekend they found Maroons Pub in Pottsville had closed it doors.

Monday, January 26, 2015

PennDOT Warns Motorists of Possible Road Restrictions Due to Weather

Due to the predicted winter storm hitting the eastern half of the state, the PA Turnpike and PennDOT warn motorists that it may temporarily lower the speed limit and restrict certain commercial vehicles on some parts of its roadways tonight depending on the forecast.

Schuylkill County School Delays and Closings for 1/27/15

Schuylkill County School Delays and Closings for 1/27/15

Woman Sentenced for Hiding Baby's Body in Trash

Tara Paltanavage, Middleport, was sentenced Monday for hiding her baby's body in the trash.

Governor Wolf Signs Disaster Emergency Proclamation

Governor Wolf Signs Disaster Emergency Proclamation

Weekend Crashes Near Tamaqua

Two crashes occurred over the weekend near Tamaqua injuring two.

UPDATE: Winter Weather Advisory Extended

The National Weather Service has extended it's Winter Weather Advisory in Schuylkill County until 7am Tuesday

Weather Related Announcements for 1/26/15



Weather Related Announcements for 1/26/15

Account Setup to Help Fire Victim

On January 20th, 2015, Steven Hutnyan lost his home and most of his possessions in a fire in Mahanoy City.

Sunday, January 25, 2015

Schuylkill County School Delays and Closings - 1/26/15



Schuylkill County School Delays and Closings - 1/26/15

Blue Mountain - CLOSED
Gillingham Charter - CLOSED
Mahanoy Area - CLOSED
Marian Catholic - CLOSED
North Schuylkill - CLOSED
Panther Valley - CLOSED
Pine Grove - CLOSED
Pottsville - CLOSED
Schuylkill Haven - CLOSED
Schuylkill Maple Ave. - CLOSED
Schuylkill Special Education Center - CLOSED
Schuylkill Tech North and South - CLOSED
Shenandoah Valley - CLOSED
St. Ambrose/ Schuylkill Haven - CLOSED
St. Clair - CLOSED
St. Jerome / Tamaqua - CLOSED
Tamaqua Area - CLOSED
Tri-Valley - CLOSED
Trinity Academy -   CLOSED
Williams Valley - CLOSED

High Speed Chase Ends in Schuylkill County; Suspect and Troopers Injured

A high speed chase that began in Pittston, PA ended in Schuylkill County Sunday afternoon.

Winter Weather Advisory Issued for Schuylkill County

The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for Schuylkill County from Sunday evening into Monday evening

Saturday, January 24, 2015

Reported Working Structure Fire in East Brunswick Township

Around 11:45am, emergency personnel were called to 442 Indian Run Road, East Brunswick Township for a house fire.

Police Investigating Retail Theft

The Rush Township Police posted the following regarding a retail theft at the Hometown Wal-Mart;

Pennsylvania Unemployment Rate Declines

Harrisburg - Today, the Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry released its employment situation report for December 2014.

PennDOT Reduces Speeds on Area Roadways

Due to the severity of the winter storm, PennDOT is temporarily reducing the speed limit on several roadways in the region.

Friday, January 23, 2015

A-Treat Soda Closing

According to a story posted by WFMZ, the Allentown soda distributor is closing it's doors after 97 years.

Snow Expected to Drop 4 to 8 inches across Schuylkill County

Schuylkill County could see over a half a foot of snow by the end of Saturday.

Winter Storm Warning for Schuylkill County

The National Weather Service has upgraded Schuylkill County to a Winter Storm Warning

Winter Weather Advisory Issued

The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for Schuylkill County for Friday evening into Saturday

Police Looking for Fake Water Company Employees

A West Mahanoy Township man had $8,000 stolen from his home Tuesday after two men said they were water company workers, distracted the man, and allegedly stole the money.

Homicide Charges Filed Against Frackville Man

Homicide charges have been filed against a Frackville man for killing his roommate.

Thursday, January 22, 2015

Rush Township Need Help Identifying Individuals in Thefts

The Rush Township Police Department is asking for the public's help in identifying the three individuals in the following pictures.

Phone Scam Alert; Family Member Needing Bail Money

The Mahanoy City Police Department posted the following earlier Thursday after getting a report of a phone scam.

North Schuylkill and Allentown Diocese Officially Announce Sale of Former Cardinal Brennan

North Schuylkill and Allentown Diocese Officially Announce Sale of the Former Cardinal Brennan

Wednesday, January 21, 2015

Hazardous Weather Outlook for This Weekend

The National Weather Service has issued a Hazardous Weather Outlook for Schuylkill County for the weekend

North Schuylkill to Purchase Cardinal Brennan Campus

During North Schuylkill Board Meeting Wednesday evening the school board voted unanimously 8-0 to purchase the former Cardinal Brennan campus.

Schuylkill County School Delays for 1/22/15


Schuylkill County School Delays for 1/22/15

Business Burglarized in Branch Township

According to WNEP, the Beer Shak on the Pottsville/Minersville Highway near Minersville was broken into overnight Tuesday into Wednesday.

Grand Jury Recommends Charges Against Attorney General

According to multiple sources, the grand jury investigating Attorney General Kathleen G. Kane has recommended charges of perjury and other crimes for allegedly leaking confidential information to a Philadelphia newspaper in a bid  to embarrass her enemies, according to court documents unsealed today.