Schuylkill County Obituaries | February 3rd, 2026

                                 

Skook News Obituaries:  February 3rd, 2026

PSP Seeking Owner of Firearm Found in Schuylkill County, Recovered After Vehicle Repossessed in Harrisburg

The Pennsylvania State Police are attempting to make contact with the owner of a firearm that was recovered in Schuylkill County.

DHS Purchase of Former Big Lots Warehouse in Tremont Sparks Split Schuylkill County Reaction

Residents across Schuylkill County are voicing sharply divided opinions after confirmation that the U.S. Department of Homeland Security has purchased the former Big Lots distribution facility in Tremont Township for $119,515,000.

                                                                                                                                               

Schuylkill County High School Basketball Scores - February 2nd, 2026

Maryland Man Charged After Allegedly Entering East Union Township Home Without Permission

A Maryland man is facing felony charges following an incident at a residence in East Union Township, Schuylkill County.

One Injured in Route 901 Crash Involving Disabled Tractor Trailer in Butler Township

One person was injured Monday morning following an incident involving a disabled tractor trailer and a utility vehicle along Route 901 near Lavelle.

At Least One Injured, Flown to Hospital After Ambulance Crash Near Ringtown

One person was injured and flown to an area hospital following an ambulance crash near Ringtown on Monday morning.

Schuylkill County Woman Arrested After Traffic Stop Leads to Recovery of Kidnapped Juveniles in Cumberland County

A Tamaqua woman is among two individuals arrested late Sunday night after a traffic stop by Pennsylvania State Police led to the recovery of two juvenile females who had been reported kidnapped out of Tennessee.

Schuylkill County Man Faces Drug Charges in Ashland Following 2022 State Police Investigation

 An Ashland man is facing multiple felony and misdemeanor drug charges stemming from a 2022 investigation, according to court records.

Schuylkill County Obituaries | February 2nd, 2026

                                

Skook News Obituaries:  February 2nd, 2026

PSP Schuylkill Haven Investigating Schuylkill County Boscov’s Theft, Suspect in Blue Uniform

The Pennsylvania State Police at Schuylkill Haven are investigating a retail theft at Boscovs at the Fairlane Village Mall.

Schuylkill County to Host Rescheduled America250PA Kick-Off Event at County Courthouse

Residents, families, community leaders, and visitors are invited to take part in a special community celebration as America250PA officially kicks off its statewide commemoration of the 250th anniversary of the United States in Schuylkill County.

Boil Water Advisory Issued for Portions of Pottsville Following Water Main Break

A boil water advisory has been issued for customers on the SCMA Broad Mountain Water System in Pottsville City following a water main break on North Centre Street.

                                                                                                                                              

Schuylkill County High School Basketball Scores - January 31st, 2026

Schuylkill County Woman Involved in Route 61 Erratic Driving Spree Faces Hit and Run Charges in Schuylkill Haven

A Schuylkill Haven woman is facing more felony and misdemeanor charges following an alleged hit-and-run incident that caused extensive damage to multiple vehicles in November, according to court documents.

Orwigsburg House Destroyed in Fire; Family Assisted by Red Cross

A fire destroyed a home in Orwigsburg on Saturday.

PennDOT Schedules Pothole Patching Projects Across Schuylkill County

PennDOT has announced multiple pothole patching projects scheduled to take place across Schuylkill County beginning Monday, February 2, 2026.

Spartans’ Cadyn McGraw Reaches 100-Win Milestone

North Schuylkill senior wrestler Cadyn McGraw added his name to the program’s history books Saturday, becoming the newest member of the Spartans’ 100 Win Club during the District XI Class AA Dual Tournament.

                                                                                                                                             

Schuylkill County High School Basketball Scores - January 30th, 2026

Explore Schuylkill Announces Tourism Mini Grant Program for 2026

Explore Schuylkill has announced the opening of its 2026 Tourism Marketing Mini Grant Program, aimed at supporting marketing, promotional, and publicity initiatives that help increase overnight tourism in Schuylkill County.