Twardzik Honors Former 123rd District Representative Edward ‘EJ’ Lucyk

State Rep. Tim Twardzik (R-Schuylkill) joined fellow legislators this week in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives to honor the late Edward “EJ” Lucyk, who represented Schuylkill County’s 123rd Legislative District for 11 consecutive terms from 1980 to 2002.

ROAD CLOSURE: Darkwater Road to Close for Weekend Construction

The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) has announced that Darkwater Road near St. Clair, will be closed and detoured beginning at 10:00 p.m. Friday, November 7, 2025, through 4:00 a.m. Monday, November 10, 2025, as part of the ongoing Route 61 reconstruction project between Frackville and St. Clair.

Shenandoah Heights Says Goodbye to ‘The Hotdog Lady’

For the past 15 years, residents of Swatara Road in Shenandoah Heights have looked forward to more than just candy on Trick-or-Treat night, they came for the hot dogs. 

Schuylkill County Obituaries for November 7th, 2025

                                                                                                                                                                           

Skook News Obituaries:  November 7th, 2025

Schuylkill County High School Football Scoreboard - District XI Semifinals

               

Schuylkill County High School Football Scoreboard - District XI

The District XI Playoff Scores for the Schuylkill County High School Football teams.

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for Friday, November 7th, 2025

                    

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast

for Friday, November 7th, 2025

PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE: Schuylkill Township Board of Supervisors 2026 Budget Workshop

 

PUBLIC MEETING:  Schuylkill Township Board of Supervisors 2026 Budget Workshop

Schuylkill County Obituaries for November 6th, 2025

                                                                                                                                                                          

Skook News Obituaries:  November 6th, 2025

Schuylkill County Teen Arrested for Bloomsburg Shooting

The Bloomsburg Police Department has identified the suspect involved in the shooting that occurred on Saturday, November 1, 2025, as 19-year-old, Samuel Charles Evans.

Schuylkill County Woman Charged for Having Inappropriate Relationship with Teen

A Minersville woman has been charged following an investigation by Frackville Police into allegations of sexual misconduct involving a juvenile.

UPDATE: Power Restoration Progress in Schuylkill County Following Overnight Wind

PPL Electric Utilities reports that significant progress has been made restoring power across Schuylkill County after strong winds left nearly 5,000 customers without electricity Wednesday night.

Dilapidated Home Collapses on East Market Street in Mahanoy City

A deteriorating home in Mahanoy City completely collapsed late Wednesday evening, spilling debris into the street and prompting a quick response from borough crews.

High Winds Knock Out Power to Nearly 5,000 PPL Customers in Schuylkill County

Thousands of PPL Electric Utilities customers across Schuylkill County are without power Wednesday night as strong winds continue to sweep across the region.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for November 5th, 2025

                                                                                                                                                                         

Skook News Obituaries:  November 5th, 2025

Schuylkill County General Election Results: Ashland Elects New Mayor

Voters in the Borough of Ashland have elected Lorenda Kutz as the community’s next mayor, succeeding outgoing Mayor Daniel Weikel, who chose not to seek reelection.

M&T Charitable Foundation Renews Support for Hawk Mountain Sanctuary Education Programs

The M&T Charitable Foundation has renewed its long-standing partnership with Hawk Mountain Sanctuary by awarding a $5,000 grant to support the Sanctuary’s free weekend education programs, including the well-known Raptors Up Close series.

WEATHER ALERT: Wind Advisory Issued for Central and Eastern Pennsylvania

          

The National Weather Service has issued a Wind Advisory for Schuylkill County and nearby Pennsylvania counties.

PIAA Volleyball and Soccer Playoff Quarterfinal Schedule for Schuylkill County Teams

   

Quarterfinal Schedule for Schuylkill County High School Volleyball and Soccer Teams in the PIAA State Playoffs.

North Schuylkill SWAT Club Spreads Christmas Cheer with Gift Box Project

On Tuesday afternoon, the North Schuylkill High School SWAT Club - which stands for Students With A Testimony - came together after school to fill 40 Christmas gift boxes for children in need.

Three Charged by State Inspector General for Public Assistance Fraud in Schuylkill County

The Pennsylvania Office of State Inspector General has filed charges against three Schuylkill County residents for alleged public assistance fraud.