Thursday, October 2, 2025

Schuylkill County SPCAs Announce Temporary Intake Closures Amid Parvovirus Concerns

SCHUYLKILL COUNTY - Two county animal shelters have announced temporary closures to animal intake in response to parvovirus concerns.

Wednesday, October 1, 2025

Schuylkill County Obituaries for October 1st, 2025

                                                                                                                                      

Skook News Obituaries:  October 1st, 2025

Troopers Arrest Ashland Woman After Knife-Wielding Confrontation With Family



ASHLAND - An Ashland woman is facing a long list of charges after Pennsylvania State Police say she threatened family members with multiple knives during a domestic incident Tuesday night.

Schuylkill County High School Football Power 5 - After Week 6

 

Week 7 of  the 2025 Schuylkill County High School Football regular season rearranged our power rankings as teams begin to fight to stay in and place in the upcoming playoffs.

Schuylkill County High School Football Schedule - Week 7

         

Schuylkill County High School Football Schedule - Week 7

The Week 7 Schedule for the Schuylkill County High School Football season.

Minersville Man Charged Again Following New Assault Allegations



MINERSVILLE - A Minersville man previously charged in connection with a June assault case is now facing additional, more serious charges after a second incident was reported this week.

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for Wednesday, October 1st, 2025

              

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast
for Wednesday, October 1st, 2025

Tuesday, September 30, 2025

Child Found Alone on Route 209 in Schuylkill County; Investigation Underway



Pennsylvania State Police are investigating an incident in which a 2-year-old boy was found standing alone in the middle of Route 209 on the morning of Friday, September 19, 2025.

Flags Vandalized at Cemetery near Mahanoy City

The Pennsylvania State Police at Frackville are investigating an act of criminal mischief that occurred at St. Kazimierz Cemetery in Mahanoy Township.

Nuremberg Man Arrested After Throwing Pineapple, Threatening Neighbor, and Confronting State Police




A Nuremberg man is facing several charges following a disturbance that escalated into a short standoff with state police on Thursday, September 25, 2025.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for September 30th, 2025

                                                                                                                                     

Skook News Obituaries:  September 30th, 2025

Mrs. T’s Celebrates National Pierogy Day with $10,000 Giveaway and “Rep the Y” Campaign


For more than 70 years, Mrs. T’s has proudly spelled “Pierogy” with a “Y,” and this fall, the Schuylkill County brand is inviting fans to join in on the tradition. 

Tri-County Youth Football League Scores - Week 5

           

Tri-County Youth Football League Scores - Week 5

The following is the Tri-County Youth Football scores for Week 5 of the 2025 season.

Shenandoah Valley Crowns 2025 Homecoming Queen


Under the Friday night lights at Shenandoah Valley’s football game against Nativity BVM, the Blue Devils celebrated Homecoming with the crowning of the 2025 queen.

Yuengling to Debut Coffee Porter with Pour Party on October 16


Yuengling is introducing Eagle Series #12: Coffee Porter, a limited-release seasonal beer available while supplies last.

Butler Township Zoning Hearing Draws Crowd Amid Debate Over Data Center Placement

FOUNTAIN SPRINGS - The Butler Township municipal building was packed Monday evening as residents, officials, and local stakeholders gathered for a zoning hearing that put the future of data center development squarely in the spotlight.

Monday, September 29, 2025

Schuylkill County Obituaries for September 29th, 2025

                                                                                                                                    

Skook News Obituaries:  September 29th, 2025

Former Cardinal Brennan Coach and Schuylkill County Native Inducted into West Virginia University Hall of Fame


Bill Kirelawich, a Frackville native and former Cardinal Brennan High School head football coach, was officially inducted into the West Virginia University Sports Hall of Fame this past weekend, cementing his legacy as one of the most influential figures in Mountaineer football history.

Schuylkill County Man Involved in Horse-and-Buggy Crash That Killed Two Children in Northumberland County


A Sunday evening crash involving a car and a horse-drawn buggy on Route 225 in Northumberland County has left two people dead and several others seriously injured, according to the Pennsylvania State Police at Stonington.

Pottsville Police Arrest Armed Robbery Suspect; Linked to Additional Robberies



POTTSVILLE – A Philadelphia man is behind bars after police say he carried out an armed robbery at the Eagle Tavern in Pottsville late Saturday night.

North Schuylkill Announces 2025 Homecoming Court


North Schuylkill High School has announced the members of its 2025 Homecoming Court, with the crowning of this year’s queen and princess set for Friday, October 3, during halftime of the Spartans’ football game against Bangor Area.

Sunday, September 28, 2025

Shenandoah Valley Band Performs at Bloomsburg Fair




Under the direction of Mr. John P. Shoener, the Shenandoah Valley High School Blue Devil Band showcased their talents at the 170th Bloomsburg Fair on Thursday, September 25, 2025.

Shenandoah House Fire Displaces Two Residents; Firefighter Suffers Minor Injury



Emergency crews responded Sunday afternoon to a house fire that displaced two residents on East Lloyd Street in Shenandoah.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for September 28th, 2025

                                                                                                                                   

Skook News Obituaries:  September 28th, 2025

Schuylkill Technology Center Invites Public to Explore Programs During Annual Open House



The Schuylkill Technology Center (STC) will host Open House events at both its North and South campuses on Wednesday, October 1, 2025, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. 

Tamaqua Community Ambulance Association Receives Funding for New Ambulance


Local emergency responders will soon have upgraded equipment at their disposal thanks to a recently awarded state loan.

Saturday, September 27, 2025

Minersville Man Arrested Following Street Incident, Meth Pipe Seized



A Minersville man is facing several charges after borough police responded to a call on September 12, 2025, regarding a suspicious individual at Sunbury Street and Teaberry Hill Road.

Schuylkill County Woman Accused of Making 23 False 911 Calls in Two Weeks



A McAdoo woman is facing criminal charges after Pennsylvania State Police say she repeatedly misused the 911 emergency system, making more than 20 calls over the span of two weeks without legitimate need for emergency services.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for September 27th, 2025

                                                                                                                                  

Skook News Obituaries:  September 27th, 2025

Tamaqua Hunger Campaign Opens October 1 to Support Local Families


The 14th annual Tamaqua Community Hunger Campaign begins Tuesday, Oct. 1, launching a month-long effort to provide critical support for the borough’s four food pantries.

Mahanoy Area Breaks Through With Victory Over Cardinals

The Mahanoy Area Golden Bears finally broke through Friday night, earning their first win of the season under new head coach Mick Connolly with a close 22-20 road victory over the Pine Grove Cardinals.

Friday, September 26, 2025

Schuylkill County High School Football Scoreboard - Week 6

         

Schuylkill County High School Football Scoreboard - Week 6

The Week 6 Final Scores for the Schuylkill County High School Football season.

Minersville Man Charged with Assault, False Imprisonment After Domestic Incident


MINERSVILLE - A Minersville man is facing multiple charges, including assault and false imprisonment, following an incident earlier this summer that left a woman injured.

Happy 105th Birthday, Ann Stanwyck!


Happy 105th Birthday, Ann Stanwyck!

STATE POLICE: West Hazleton Resident Forged, Deposited Stolen Donation Check


A West Hazleton woman is facing criminal charges in Schuylkill County after investigators say she altered and deposited a donation check that was intended for a nonprofit organization.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for September 26th, 2025

                                                                                                                                 

Skook News Obituaries:  September 26th, 2025

Thursday, September 25, 2025

Florida Fugitive Arrested in Ashland Residence



ASHLAND - A man wanted in Florida on serious felony charges was taken into custody Thursday morning in Schuylkill County.

Penn State Schuylkill Awarded $17,000 PPL Foundation Grant for “Trees, Bees and Greens” Program


Penn State Schuylkill has received a $17,000 grant from the PPL Foundation to advance its Trees, Bees and Greens: Finding Health in Nature program at the Penn State Schuylkill Arboretum.

West Mahanoy Township Formally Opposes Proposed Data Center in New Castle Township



FRACKVILLE — The opposition over a proposed data center near Frackville is growing, with the West Mahanoy Township Board of Supervisors now going on record against the project.

BlueWhite Tailgate Pawcast S2 Ep 15 Is Oregon a Must Win? O.J. McDuffie talks WR Attitude

BlueWhite Tailgate Pawcast S2 Ep 15 Is Oregon a Must Win? O.J. McDuffie talks WR Attitude


It is put up or shut up time. Finally! Penn State hosts Oregon in a White Out showdown in Beaver Stadium. The story lines are endless.
  • Can James Franklin finally win a big game against a formidable foe? Is this a must win game for Penn State?
  • Is this the most important game since 2017 for Penn State?
  • Is Drew Allar ready to show he truly is the top QB in the nation?
  • Is the Penn State defense and Jin Knowles ready for prime time?
  • Will the weak non-conference schedule come back and bite Penn State?

These are questions and we attempt to answer them before the showdown Saturday night in the house that Paterno built.

With a prime time game we needed a prime time guest, who better than legendary Penn State wide receiver O.J. McDuffie joins the show. The freshest juice in Miami talks about what it takes to be a great receiver in today's game and the attitude that the great ones have every time they step on the field. McDuffie also talks about his time with the Dolphins and his relationship with Dan Marino. O.J. takes us back to 1991 and the special memories that that unit created on. their way to #3 ranking and a dismantling of Tennessee in the Fiesta Bowl. We also chat about the recognition and respect the Penn State program has in South Florida, dive into NIL and also the strength of the Penn State alumni base in a wide ranging interview with one of Penn State's greatest players. Juice also ranks his top five Penn State wideouts of all time.

To be a part of the show email BlueWhiteTailgatePawcast@gmail.com

Watch on Youtube

Shenandoah Valley Announces 2025 Homecoming Court

Shenandoah Valley has announced their 2025 Homecoming Court.

Marian Catholic Announces 2025 Homecoming Court



Marian Catholic High School has announced its 2025 Homecoming Court.

Interstate 81 Closed in Schuylkill County South of Pine Grove

Interstate 81 in southern Schuylkill County is closed due to a crash in Lebanon County.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for September 25th, 2025

                                                                                                                                

Skook News Obituaries:  September 25th, 2025

Wednesday, September 24, 2025

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for Thursday, September 25th, 2025

             

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast
for Thursday, September 25th, 2025

Ashland Man Charged After Girardville Crash Involving Multiple Vehicles




GIRARDVILLE - An Ashland man is facing multiple charges after an incident earlier this month in which his vehicle struck several parked cars in Girardville.

Schuylkill Technology Center and NEPA MAEC to Host 2026 Regional Spelling Bee in Pottsville



POTTSVILLE - Students from across Schuylkill County will gather in March to put their spelling skills to the test at the 2026 Northeast PA Manufacturers & Employers Council Regional Spelling Bee, coordinated by Schuylkill Technology Center. 

Schuylkill County Obituaries for September 24th, 2025

                                                                                                                               

Skook News Obituaries:  September 24th, 2025

Schuylkill Connects to Host “Week Without Driving” Initiative


Schuylkill Connects is inviting residents to take part in “Week Without Driving,” a community challenge aimed at raising awareness of mobility issues faced by nondrivers. 

Schuylkill County High School Football Schedule - Week 6

        

Schuylkill County High School Football Schedule - Week 6

The Week 6 Schedule for the Schuylkill County High School Football season.