Three Mahanoy City Residents Charged in Marijuana Grow Operation

Three Mahanoy City residents are facing felony drug charges following the discovery of a marijuana grow operation at a West Pine Street home earlier this month.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for July 29th, 2025

                                                                        

Skook News Obituaries: July 29th, 2025

Man Charged by East Union Township Police After Fleeing and Swimming Through Ponds

A West Hazleton man is facing multiple charges after allegedly fleeing from police during a traffic stop and attempting to evade capture by running into the woods and swimming through multiple ponds.

Butler Township Man Charged Following Alleged Threat with Pellet Gun

A Butler Township man is facing multiple charges following an incident Friday night in which he allegedly threatened another individual with what appeared to be a handgun.

Schuylkill County ‘Rally Against the Regime’ Set for Saturday in St. Clair

A political demonstration titled “Rally Against the Regime” is scheduled to take place on Saturday, August 2, at the Coal Creek Commerce Center in St. Clair. 

WEATHER ALERT: Heat Advisory Issued for Schuylkill County for Tuesday and Wednesday

 

A Heat Advisory has been issued by the National Weather Service for Tuesday, July 29th, 2025 and Wednesday, July 30th, 2025, for Schuylkill County and nearby Pennsylvania counties.

Kids Take the Spotlight on Day Two of the 2025 Schuylkill County Fair

The second day of the Schuylkill County Fair is all about the kids! 

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for Tuesday, July 29th, 2025

              

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast

for Tuesday, July 29th, 2025

Pennsylvania Game Commission Approves 13 Sunday Hunting Days for 2025

Pennsylvania hunters can now mark 13 Sundays on their calendars this fall, thanks to sweeping changes enacted by the Pennsylvania Game Commission following the recent repeal of the state’s longstanding ban on Sunday hunting.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for July 28th, 2025

                                                                       

Skook News Obituaries: July 28th, 2025

Public Health Alert Issued for Ham Salad Products Due to Possible Listeria Contamination

The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) has issued a public health alert for two varieties of ham salad products that may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes (Lm), a potentially serious foodborne pathogen. 

Gilberton Woman Charged with Felony Retail Theft for Price Tag Switching Scheme

A Gilberton woman is facing felony charges after police say she repeatedly altered price tags at a local grocery store, defrauding the business out of more than $1,300 over several months.

Blue White Tailgate Pawcast: James Franklin Embraces Expectations, Not Vegas Vibe

BlueWhite Tailgate Pawcast S2 Ep7- James

Franklin Embraces Expectations, Not Vegas Vibe

Schuylkill County Fair Opens Today

The Schuylkill County Fair kicks off today with "Pulling Day," launching a week full of agriculture, entertainment, and community celebration.

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for Monday, July 28th, 2025

             

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast

for Monday, July 28th, 2025

Schuylkill County Obituaries for July 27th, 2025

                                                                      

Skook News Obituaries: July 27th, 2025

Beer Meets Body Slams: Schuylkill County Brew Fest Celebrates 10 Years with Craft Brews and Pro Wrestling in Pottsville

Downtown Pottsville was the main event on Saturday as the 10th annual Schuylkill County Brew Fest tag-teamed beer lovers and thrill-seekers for a day packed with flavor, flair, and a few flying elbows.

Pottsville Woman Wanted on Bench Warrant After Failing to Report to Prison

A Pottsville woman is wanted in Schuylkill County after failing to report to prison earlier this year to begin serving a court-ordered sentence.

Minersville Man Charged with Trespassing at Lions Pavilion

A 21-year-old Minersville man is facing a criminal charge after police say he trespassed at a local park pavilion posted with “No Trespassing” signs.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for July 26th, 2025

                                                                     

Skook News Obituaries: July 26th, 2025