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Friday, February 6, 2026

Schuylkill County Obituaries for February 6th, 2026

Skook News Obituaries: February 6th, 2026

The National Weather Service has issued an Extreme Cold Watch for Schuylkill County.

Schuylkill County High School Basketball Scores | February 5th, 2026

Schuylkill County High School Basketball Scores - February 5th, 2026

A teenager from Schuylkill County has been arrested in connection with a shooting that left two people injured during a private basketball tournament at a Reading recreation center earlier this week.

Comcast has announced the completion of a network expansion that will bring its Xfinity and Comcast Business services to thousands of additional homes and businesses throughout Schuylkill County.

The Pennsylvania State Police at Frackville are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying a suspect connected to a theft that occurred late last year at the Walmart along Plaza Drive in Rush Township.

Geisinger is planning a $2.5 million expansion of its cancer treatment facility in Pottsville, a move health system officials say will significantly increase access to care for Schuylkill County residents while allowing more patients to receive treatment close to home.

Skook News Obituaries: February 5th, 2026

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast | Thursday, February 5th, 2026

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast
for Thursday, February 5th, 2026

Thursday, February 5, 2026

Day: Mainly sunny and cold. High near 29°F. Winds light and variable.

Night: Partly cloudy early, becoming mostly overcast overnight. Low around 14°F. Winds light and variable.

Sunrise: 7:10 AM | Sunset: 5:27 PM

Friday, February 6, 2026

Day: Cloudy with snow showers developing during the afternoon. High near 30°F. Winds light and variable.

Snow Chance: 40%

Night: Occasional snow showers with breezy conditions. Low around 11°F. Winds increasing from WNW at 10–20 mph.

Snow Chance: 60% | Accumulation: less than 1 inch

Sunrise: 7:09 AM | Sunset: 5:28 PM

Saturday, February 7, 2026

Day: Mostly cloudy early, becoming partly cloudy and windy. A few flurries possible. High near 15°F. Winds NW at 15–25 mph.

Night: Partly cloudy and bitterly cold. Low around 2°F. Winds NW at 10–20 mph.

Sunrise: 7:08 AM | Sunset: 5:30 PM

Sunday, February 8, 2026

Day: A mix of sun and clouds with a few flurries possible. High near 18°F. Winds NW at 5–10 mph.

Night: Partly cloudy and cold. Low around 5°F. Winds light and variable.

Sunrise: 7:07 AM | Sunset: 5:31 PM

Monday, February 9, 2026

Day: Considerable cloudiness. High near 25°F. Winds light and variable.

Night: Partly cloudy. Low around 16°F. Winds light and variable.

Sunrise: 7:06 AM | Sunset: 5:32 PM

Forecast information is subject to change. Check back for updates.

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Schuylkill County Democratic Committee Announces Opposition to Proposed Tremont ICE Facility

The Schuylkill County Democratic Committee (SCDC) says it plans to formally oppose the proposed federal immigration detention facility in Tremont Township, citing financial, legal, and humanitarian concerns.

Schuylkill County High School Basketball Scores - February 4th, 2026

Schuylkill County Commissioners say their focus is squarely on local impacts after confirmation that the federal government has purchased a large warehouse in Tremont Township for what is expected to become an Immigration and Customs Enforcement detention facility.

Schuylkill County Man Charged with Aggravated Assault, DUI After Domestic Incident and Crash

A Schuylkill Haven man is facing multiple felony and misdemeanor charges after Pennsylvania State Police say he assaulted a woman, drove while intoxicated, and fled the scene before being taken into custody early Monday morning.

Corrections Trainee Accused of Attempting to Smuggle Drugs Into SCI Mahanoy

A Schuylkill Haven man employed as a corrections officer trainee is facing multiple felony charges after investigators say he attempted to smuggle synthetic drugs and cash into the State Correctional Institution at Mahanoy.

Skook News Obituaries: February 4th, 2026

John Deatrich has announced his candidacy for Pennsylvania State Representative in the 123rd Legislative District.

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for Wednesday, February 4th, 2026

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast
for Wednesday, February 4th, 2026