Schuylkill River Trail Expansion Project Awarded $1.38 Million in Federal Funding

State lawmakers announced more than $1 million in federal funding this week to support the continued expansion of the Schuylkill River Trail in northern Schuylkill County.

North Schuylkill Introduces $42.1 Million Proposed Budget for 2026-2027

North Schuylkill School Board members were presented Wednesday evening with a proposed final budget for the 2026-2027 fiscal year that includes an increase in spending and adjustments to the district’s real estate tax rates following Schuylkill County’s recent reassessment process.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for May 14th, 2026

    

Skook News Obituaries:  May 14th, 2026

Retired Schuylkill County Judges Honored with Portrait Unveiling Ceremony at Courthouse

Two retired Schuylkill County judges were honored recently during a portrait hanging ceremony at the Schuylkill County Courthouse, recognizing their years of service on the Court of Common Pleas.

SCHUYLKILL GRADUATES: Pottsville Area Class of 2026

Congratulations to the Pottsville Area Class of 2026

Schuylkill County Motorcyclist Killed in Blythe Township Crash

A Schuylkill County man died Wednesday afternoon following a motorcycle crash in Blythe Township, according to Pennsylvania State Police at Frackville.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for May 13th, 2026

    

Skook News Obituaries:  May 13th, 2026

Annual Soap Box Derby to Close Portion of Laurel Boulevard in Pottsville on Saturday

Pottsville officials are advising residents and motorists of traffic restrictions this Saturday as the city hosts its annual Soap Box Derby event.

SCHUYLKILL GRADUATES: Mahanoy Area Class of 2026

Congratulations to the Mahanoy Area Class of 2026.

Shenandoah Man Sentenced to 25 to 50 Years in Prison in Child Sexual Abuse Material Case

Pennsylvania Attorney General Dave Sunday announced Wednesday that a Schuylkill County man previously convicted on child sexual abuse material charges has been sentenced to 25 to 50 years in state prison.

Penn State Schuylkill Celebrates Third Annual Nursing Pinning Ceremony

The Penn State Schuylkill Ross and Carol Nese College of Nursing celebrated its third annual Nursing Pinning Ceremony on Friday, May 8, honoring 29 bachelor of science in nursing graduates as they prepare to begin their careers in the healthcare field.

Shenandoah Borough Identified for Proposed $2 Million Federal Blight Removal Initiative

The Borough of Shenandoah announced Tuesday that it has been identified as a proposed recipient of approximately $2 million in federal earmark funding to support a large-scale blight removal and demolition initiative throughout the borough.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for May 12th, 2026

    

Skook News Obituaries:  May 12th, 2026

SCHUYLKILL GRADUATES: Schuylkill Haven Class of 2026

 

Congratulations to the Schuylkill Haven Area Class of 2026.

Ashland Police Issue Warrant for Man Accused of Megan’s Law Violation

An arrest warrant has been issued for an Ashland man accused of violating Pennsylvania’s Megan’s Law requirements.