Mahanoy City Revives the Classic Block Party with Successful Freedom Fest Celebration

A tradition that many residents hadn't experienced in recent years returned Friday evening as the Mahanoy Area Chamber of Commerce and West End Fire & Rescue transformed a section of town into a classic neighborhood block party, bringing together hundreds of people for an evening of music, food, local vendors and fireworks.

PA District 24 Little League All-Star Scoreboard - June 26th, 2026

       

PA District 24 Little League All-Star Scoreboard

PennDOT Driver’s License, Photo Centers Closed for Independence Day Holiday

The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) today announced that all driver’s license and photo centers will be closed Saturday, July 4, 2026, in observance of the Independence Day holiday. 

PennDOT Announces Two Weeks of Milling and Paving Projects in Northern Schuylkill County

Motorists traveling through northern Schuylkill County should prepare for daytime lane restrictions over the next two weeks as PennDOT crews complete milling and paving projects on two roadways.

Ashland Elks Lodge Honors Members, Community Leaders at 2026 Awards Banquet

The Ashland Elks Lodge celebrated the spirit of community service, volunteerism, and philanthropy during its 2026 Awards Banquet on Saturday June 13, recognizing members and local leaders whose dedication has made a lasting impact on the Ashland community.

Frackville Police Issue No Parking Notice Ahead of Saturday's 150th Anniversary Parade

The Frackville Police Department is reminding residents and visitors that extensive parking restrictions will be in effect ahead of Saturday's 150th Anniversary Parade.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for June 26th, 2026

          

Skook News Obituaries:  June 26th, 2026

Meuser Confirms DHS Has Cancelled Plans for Proposed Detention Centers in Schuylkill and Berks Counties

Congressman Dan Meuser said Friday that the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has officially abandoned plans to establish immigration detention and processing facilities in Schuylkill and Berks counties.

Mahanoy City to Celebrate America 250 with Freedom Fest & Block Party Friday Evening

The Mahanoy Area Chamber of Commerce and West End Fire & Rescue are inviting the community to kick off the weekend with an evening of music, food, fireworks and hometown pride during the Freedom Fest & Block Party on Friday, June 26.

PA District 24 Little League All-Star Scoreboard - June 25th, 2026

      

PA District 24 Little League All-Star Scoreboard

Lake Wynonah Lodge Sign Vandalized with Spray Paint; State Police Seeking Information

Pennsylvania State Police at Schuylkill Haven are investigating an act of vandalism that damaged a sign at the Lake Wynonah Lodge early Wednesday morning.

Schuylkill County Man Facing More Than 500 CSAM Charges Following Attorney General Investigation

A Lavelle man is facing more than 500 felony charges after Pennsylvania Attorney General investigators alleged they uncovered hundreds of files containing child sexual abuse material (CSAM) during a months-long investigation.

Children Turn Parking Lot Into Canvas at Pottsville's Chalk the Block

A colorful sea of creativity filled the Alvernia University parking lot Wednesday evening as dozens of children transformed ordinary parking spaces into vibrant works of art during the City of Pottsville's inaugural "Chalk the Block" event.

Penn State Schuylkill Student Wins National FBLA Championship

A Penn State Schuylkill student earned a national title after taking first place in business communications at the Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) Collegiate National Leadership Conference held June 6-8 in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for June 25th, 2026

          

Skook News Obituaries:  June 25th, 2026