Free On-Street and Deck Parking Returns to Downtown Pottsville for the Holidays

Shoppers, diners, and visitors to Downtown Pottsville will once again enjoy free parking this holiday season.

Schuylkill County Lands $4.975M for Fire Station Upgrade, Dental Training Hub, and Health & Business Center

Congressman Dan Meuser (PA-09) announced this week that he has secured $4.975 million in federal funding to advance three major community projects across Schuylkill County.

Mahanoy City Elks Lodge Donates $6,000 to Support Schuylkill County Food Pantries

The Mahanoy City BPOE 695 has continued its longstanding mission of community service with a significant contribution to help local families in need. 

Schuylkill County Obituaries for November 14th, 2025

                                                                                                                                                                                  

Skook News Obituaries:  November 14th, 2025

Schuylkill County Coroner Called to Interstate 81 Crash, Highway Shut Down

Interstate 81 is closed in both the northbound and southbound lanes Friday evening after a serious crash that occurred around 5:45 PM and resulted in multiple victims, including one person who was reportedly ejected from a vehicle.

Death Investigation Underway in Ashland; State Police Say No Threat to Public

Pennsylvania State Police have launched a death investigation in Ashland after responding to a scene Friday afternoon.

Onvo Celebrates Grand Opening of TownePlace Suites by Marriott at Schuylkill County's Highridge Industrial Park

 

New 111-room extended-stay hotel brings jobs, modern amenities, and new momentum to northern Schuylkill County

Blue Mountain Leads Schuylkill County in 2025 PSSA Results; Most Local Districts Fall Below Statewide Middle of the Pack

Schuylkill County’s 2025 PSSA results reveal significant variation in student performance among local districts when compared both within the county and across Pennsylvania.

Parachutes, Pierogies, and Christmas Cheer: Skydiving Santa Set to Soar Into Shenandoah

The holiday season in Shenandoah will once again kick off in spectacular fashion as Mrs. T’s Pierogies holds its 18th Skydiving Santa celebration on Friday, November 28, at Veterans Memorial Stadium.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for November 13th, 2025

                                                                                                                                                                                 

Skook News Obituaries:  November 13th, 2025

Pine Grove Senior Callie Leffler Signs to Play Softball at Florida State University

Surrounded by teammates, coaches, family, and friends, Pine Grove Area senior Callie Leffler officially signed her National Letter of Intent on Wednesday to continue her academic and athletic career at Florida State University, one of the nation’s premier Division I softball programs.

Coaches Set Tone at Schuylkill County’s Wrestling Media Day

The Schuylkill League Wrestling Coaches held their second annual Media Day on Wednesday evening, bringing together coaches, athletes, and local media to preview the upcoming 2025–2026 wrestling season. 

Mahanoy City Elks Lodge Honors Veterans, Supports Local Legion

The Mahanoy City Elks Lodge continued its long-standing tradition of honoring those who served by hosting its annual Veterans Dinner on Monday, November 11th.

Ashland Man Locked Up in Schuylkill County Prison for Domestic Assault

A man from Ashland is behind bars after Pennsylvania State Police responded to a domestic incident on Sunday evening.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for November 12th, 2025

                                                                                                                                                                                

Skook News Obituaries:  November 12th, 2025

Tri-Valley Volleyball Advances to State Championship

The Tri-Valley Lady Dawgs are heading to the PIAA State Championship.

Court Filings Reveal Details on Woman's Erratic Driving Spree Along Route 61 and Route 81 in Schuylkill County

A woman identified as Jamie Marie Fowler, 28, who is considered a transient, faces a lengthy list of charges after allegedly causing a series of crashes and assaults that injured multiple people along Route 61 in Schuylkill County on Tuesday morning, November 11, 2025.

State Police Seek Witnesses, Video of Erratic Driving Incident on Route 61 and I-81

The Pennsylvania State Police at Frackville are asking the public for assistance following a dangerous driving incident that occurred Tuesday morning, November 11, 2025.

Schuylkill County Musicians Unite for 2nd Annual County Jazz Festival at Blue Mountain

The rhythm of jazz will fill the Blue Mountain High School Auditorium this Saturday, November 15, 2025, as the Schuylkill County Band Association proudly presents the 2nd Annual Schuylkill County Jazz Festival.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for November 11th, 2025

                                                                                                                                                                               

Skook News Obituaries:  November 11th, 2025