Rush Township Police Apprehend Man After Motorcycle Pursuit; Cocaine Found

A man is in Schuylkill County Prison after leading police in a chase Saturday.

Woman's Body Found in Port Carbon Saturday Evening

The body of a woman was found Saturday evening in Port Carbon.

One of Schuylkill County's Favorite Pizza Places Closing

After being open for 66 years, Centioles Pizza, in Girardville, is closing it's doors.

PIAA State Baseball and Softball Playoff Schedules for Schuylkill County Teams

PIAA State Baseball and Softball Playoff Schedules for Schuylkill County Teams

Schuylkill County Road Work Scheduled for Next Week

Schuylkill County Road Work Scheduled for Next Week

Mount Carmel Man Facing Child Porn Charges

Attorney General Kathleen G. Kane announced Friday the arrest of a Mount Carmel man as part of ongoing efforts to target the online sharing, downloading and distribution of child pornography.

Free United States Flag History/Etiquette Program

On Flag Day, Sunday 14 June 2015, the Good Intent Hose Company of Llewellyn will be conducting a United States Flag History/Etiquette Program starting at 2:00 pm in their social hall.

Ashland Borough Street Sweeper Schedule

Ashland Borough's street sweeper schedule

Man Facing Attempted Homicide Charges After Hitting Police Cruiser

A Zion's Grove man is facing attempted homicide charges after attempting to run down State Police officers.

Yuengling Announces New Seasonal Beer

D.G. Yuengling & Son, Inc. announced Friday morning that they will be introducing a new seasonal beer.

Schuylkill County High School Baseball District XI Championship Scores - 5/28/15

Schuylkill County High School Baseball District XI Championship Scores - 5/28/15

Pennsylvania Department of Health Warns of Imposter Letters

HARRISBURG - The Pennsylvania Department of Health has received reports in Dauphin and York counties of an imposter letter to homeowners stating that their homes are in violation of local housing codes and that the violations must be remedied or a fine will be imposed.

The letter uses an outdated Health Department logo and contains the fraudulent signature of the current Secretary of Health.

The Department of Health has no authority to enforce private housing codes.

Local law enforcement authorities have been notified.

Chinese Auction Benefiting Minersville Little League Scheduled for This Weekend

Chinese Auction Benefiting Minersville Little League Scheduled for This Weekend.

Strawberry Festival to Be Held

A strawberry festival will be held at Immanuel Lutheran Church, 141 East Street in Williamstown on Saturday, Jun13th from 11:00am to 3:00pm. Plenty of parking is available.

Tamaqua Restaurant Manager Accused of Stealing from Couple

The manager of a popular restaurant in Tamaqua is accused of stealing hundreds of thousands of dollars from a couple.

Pottsville Farmers Market to Begin This Saturday

The Pottsville Farmers Market will begin running weekly starting this Saturday, May 30th.

South Schuylkill Garden Club Bank Restoration

South Schuylkill Garden Club members over the last few weeks have been busying themselves with the restoration landscaping at the eastern end of a bank of ground behind the Schuylkill Haven Recreation and Senior Center. The formal landscaping is an effort to beautify and support he integrity of the bank.

PennDOT Honors Star of Excellence Recipient in Schuylkill County

PennDOT Secretary Leslie S. Richards today recognized 25 PennDOT employees for their outstanding performance with the Star of Excellence Award, PennDOT’s highest recognition. Three employees from PennDOT’s District 5, which represents Berks, Carbon, Lehigh, Monroe, Northampton, and Schuylkill counties, were among the honorees.

Santorum to Run for President in 2016

The former Pennsylvania Senator will announce Wednesday that he is running for President.

Drowning in West Mahanoy Township

One person has died in a drowning near William Penn.

Schuylkill County High School Baseball & Softball District XI Championship Scores for 05/26/15

Schuylkill County High School Baseball & Softball Scores for 05/26/15

Schuylkill County Fireworks Schedule for 2015

Schuylkill County Fireworks Schedule for 2015

Schuylkill County High School Baseball and Softball Schedule for District XI Championships

Schuylkill County High School Baseball and Softball Schedule for District XI Championships

Drainage Work Scheduled for Hegins and Foster Township

Drainage Work Scheduled for Hegins and Foster Township.

Mahanoy City's 2015 Memorial Day Parade

Multiple Brush Fires Reported in West Mahanoy Township

An oveJust after 6pm, brush fires were reported in West Mahanoy Township.

Hersheypark's Laff Trakk Opens Saturday

Known for blending the best of the past with the innovations of the future, Hersheypark presents Laff Trakk, the first indoor, spinning, glow-coaster in the United States opening on Saturday, May 23, 2015.

PennDOT to ReSurface 209 in Schuylkill County

The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) District 5 announced today US 209 will be resurfaced in Blythe, Schuylkill and Walker townships, and Middleport and Tamaqua boroughs in Schuylkill County beginning June 1.

Schuylkill County Road Work Scheduled for Next Week

Schuylkill County Road Work Scheduled for Next Week

Reported 2nd Alarm Structure Fire Friday Morning in Port Carbon

Fire crews responded to a fire Friday morning in Port Carbon.

Criminal Complaint Filed Charging Man for Baby's Death

A criminal complaint has been filed charging a man for the death of a baby in December.

Police Stop Burglary in Progress

Schuylkill Haven Police were able to catch individuals immediately after burglarizing an apartment.

Man Pleads Guilty for Shooting Bald Eagle

A Lehighton man has plead guilty for shooting a bald eagle.

Sign up for Schuylkill's Got Talent!

Showcase your talent by entering Schuylkill's Got TALENT! 

Schuylkill United Way Sponsoring Free Act 153 Info Session and Act 31 Certification

Schuylkill United Way Sponsoring Free Act 153 Info Session and Act 31 Certificate

Winners of Majestic Awards Announced

The 10th Annual Majestic Awards were held this past Monday honoring Schuylkill County's High School Musicals.  The event was held at North Schuylkill High School's auditorium.

Friendship Fire Company Block Party This Weekend

Toolshed Jack Playing at Last Year's Block Party

The Friendship Fire Company Block Party, Englewood is this weekend.

State Police Warn of Fake PennDOT Emails

The Pennsylvania Criminal Intelligence Center (PaCIC) has recently received information regarding a fraudulent email claiming to originate from the Pennsylvania Department of Motor Vehicles (PennDOT).

Monthly Bingo

Sheppton-Oneida Volunteer Fire Company
Monthly Bingo

Open Auditions for Young Frankenstein

ACTORS GUILD OF SCHUYLKILL COUNTY is holding open auditions for Mel Brooks musical young Frankenstein.

Schuylkill County Primary Election Results

Schuylkill County Primary Election Unofficial Results for 2015

Body Found in Mahanoy City

A body was found in Mahanoy City Monday night.

PennDOT, Police Partnering to Urge Increased Seat Belt Use‏

PennDOT, state and local police are partnering for nationwide “Click It or Ticket” seat-belt enforcement beginning today and running through June 7.

TRAFFIC ALERT: Route 61 Southbound Between Frackville and Saint Clair

Traffic is backed up between Frackville and Saint Clair on Route 61.

Schuylkill County Primary Elections 2015

Tuesday is primary election day and you may be wondering who is on the ballot.

HELP WANTED: Skook News Looking to Expand

Would you be interested in joining the team of one of the fastest growing web sites in Schuylkill County?

Schuylkill County Road Work Scheduled for This Week

Schuylkill County Road Work Scheduled for This Week

Schuylkill County Police Log for 05/15/15

Schuylkill County Police Log for 05/15/15

Frackville Man Arrested After Traffic Stop

Thursday, May 14, 2015 around 11:30 PM, an officer on patrol in the area of North 4th Street noticed a male acting in a suspicious manner. A license plate record check revealed the male was driving a car with another vehicle's registration plate attached.

Penn State's College of Engineering Network Disabled in Response to Cyberattack

UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. – The Penn State College of Engineering has been the target of two sophisticated cyberattacks conducted by so-called “advanced persistent threat” actors, University officials announced today. The FireEye cybersecurity forensic unit Mandiant, which was hired by Penn State after the breach was discovered, has confirmed that at least one of the two attacks was carried out by a threat actor based in China, using advanced malware to attack systems in the college.

Spa at McCann Hosts Ribbon Cutting

Pottsville, PA (5/5/15) – The Spa at McCann Pottsville hosted a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony on Friday, May 15th at 11am at the new location, 2650 Woodglen Road in Pottsville. 

Lane Restrictions on Interstate 81 Next Week‏ in Schuylkill County

Lane Restrictions on Interstate 81 Next Week‏ in Schuylkill County

Spa at McCann Open House to benefit Schuylkill Alliance for Healthcare‏

Pottsville, PA (5/7/15) – The Spa at McCann Pottsville will host a SPA Open House on Wednesday, June 17th from 3-7pm to benefit the Schuylkill Alliance for Healthcare Access. SPA Open House is an opportunity for the general public to experience the benefits of massage and SPA services in a fun environment while giving back to the community.