PIAA Softball Semifinal Results for Schuylkill County Teams

    

PIAA Semifinal Playoff  Results for Schuylkill County Teams playing the softball tournament on Monday, June 8th, 2026.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for June 8th, 2026

     

Skook News Obituaries:  June 8th, 2026

Pottsville Police Bring Fugitive Back to Schuylkill County Following Arrest in Texas

A man wanted by Pottsville Police for allegedly failing to comply with Pennsylvania's sex offender registration requirements has been returned to Schuylkill County after being apprehended in Texas by the United States Marshals Service.

More Than $87,000 Awarded to Schuylkill County Nonpublic Schools for Safety Improvements

Two nonpublic schools in Schuylkill County will receive more than $87,000 in state funding to enhance school safety and security measures, according to an announcement from local state legislators.

Schuylkill County Democratic Committee Re-Elects Leadership During Reorganization Meeting

The Schuylkill County Democratic Committee (SCDC) held its reorganization meeting on Saturday, June 6, 2026, where committee members elected officers to lead the organization for the next four years.

Police Investigating After Dog Shot in Ashland Borough

Ashland Borough Police are investigating an animal cruelty incident after a dog was reportedly shot Sunday evening while in its yard.

Schuylkill County Marriage Licenses - June 2026

The following are marriage licenses that were issued the first week of June 2026 through the Schuylkill County Register of Wills.

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for Monday, June 8th, 2026

                 

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast
Monday, June 8th, 2026

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Looking Ahead: Schuylkill County will experience a noticeable transition this week, beginning with pleasant early-summer weather before turning hotter and more humid by midweek. Temperatures are expected to climb from the upper 70s on Monday to around 90 degrees by Thursday and Friday. Rain and thunderstorm chances increase Wednesday through Friday as a more active weather pattern moves into the region.

Meuser Supports Agriculture Funding Bill That Includes $1.6 Million for Schuylkill County Courthouse

Congressman Dan Meuser announced his support last week for the Fiscal Year 2027 Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration (FDA), and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, a spending bill that includes $1.6 million for renovations to the Schuylkill County Courthouse.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for June 7th, 2026

    

Skook News Obituaries:  June 7th, 2026

Schuylkill County Woman Killed in Carbon County Crash; Driver Suspected of DUI

One person was killed and two others were injured in a single-vehicle crash early Saturday morning in Carbon County, according to Pennsylvania State Police at Hazleton.

Burglary at Hazle Township Warehouse Results in More Than $205,000 in Losses

Pennsylvania State Police are investigating a commercial burglary that resulted in the theft and damage of industrial equipment valued at more than $205,000 from a warehouse in Hazle Township.

WEATHER ALERT: Severe Thunderstorm Watch Issued for Schuylkill County

Schuylkill County should remain weather-aware Saturday evening after the National Weather Service issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch for the county and much of central Pennsylvania.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for June 6th, 2026

    

Skook News Obituaries:  June 6th, 2026

Schuylkill County Drug Task Force Helps Dismantle Large-Scale Drug Trafficking Operation in Berks County

A multi-agency narcotics investigation spanning several years has resulted in the seizure of large quantities of illegal drugs, firearms, and cash, along with the arrest of two Berks County men on numerous felony charges.