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Friday, April 3, 2026

Big Diamond Speedway Opens 54th Season Friday Night with “Thaw Brawl”


The wait is over for race fans as the 54th season at Big Diamond Speedway gets underway tonight (Friday) with the annual “Thaw Brawl.”

Fine Wine & Good Spirits Store in Ashland to Close Permanently


The Fine Wine & Good Spirits location in Ashland will close permanently later this month, a spokesperson confirmed.

Cressona Band Announces 124th Season, Releases 2026 Summer Concert Schedule


The Cressona Band has announced its 124th season of performances, continuing a long-standing tradition of bringing live music to communities across Schuylkill County and eastern Pennsylvania.

Six Schuylkill County Students Honored by Pottsville Rotary Club

The Pottsville Rotary Club recognized its March Students of the Month at the Club’s weekly meeting on Wednesday, March 4, 2026, at Vito’s Coal Fired Restaurant in St. Clair.

Thursday, April 2, 2026

Schuylkill County Man Wanted After Troopers Find Gun, Drugs, and Fake Inspection Stickers


A Schuylkill County man is wanted following an incident in which he allegedly threatened a woman with a firearm and later became the focus of a search that uncovered drugs, ammunition, and dozens of suspected counterfeit inspection stickers.

Shenandoah Valley Names 2026 Spring Queen and Princess



Shenandoah Valley recently held its annual Spring Queen Program, recognizing members of the junior class.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for April 2nd, 2026

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Skook News Obituaries:  April 2nd, 2026

Wednesday, April 1, 2026

Mrs. T’s Unveils “Pierogy Diamond” Collection



A familiar Schuylkill County favorite is making an unexpected move into the world of fine jewelry.

Two Schuylkill County Men Wanted in Assault Allegedly Sparked by Birthday Cake Argument

Two Schuylkill County men are facing multiple charges after Minersville Police say they were involved in a violent assault early Saturday morning.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for April 1st, 2026

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Skook News Obituaries:  April 1st, 2026

Schuylkill County Disturbance Leads to Prostitution-Related Charges Against Two


A disturbance in Schuylkill Haven last month has led to charges against two individuals following an investigation into an alleged prostitution-related encounter that escalated into a physical altercation.

Tuesday, March 31, 2026

Schuylkill County Obituaries for March 31st, 2026

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Skook News Obituaries:  March 31st, 2026

Pottsville Police: Wanted Man Apprehended After Foot Chase



A wanted man was taken into custody early Friday morning following a foot pursuit through the City of Pottsville, according to Pottsville Police.

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast - Monday, March 31, 2026

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Schuylkill County Weather Forecast
Tuesday, March 31, 2026

Weather Outlook: A warm Tuesday followed by a more widespread round of showers and thunderstorms midweek. Cooler air moves in Thursday before temperatures rebound heading into the holiday weekend.


Tuesday, March 31, 2026

Day: Partly cloudy skies in the afternoon. Warm with a high near 78°F. Winds SW at 5–10 mph.

Rain Chance: 30%

Night: Partly cloudy early, with increasing clouds and showers developing after midnight. Low around 61°F. Winds SW at 5–10 mph.

Rain Chance: 80%

Sunrise: 6:50 AM | Sunset: 7:29 PM


Wednesday, April 1, 2026

Day: Cloudy with periods of rain and a chance of thunderstorms. High near 71°F. Winds WNW at 5–10 mph.

Rain Chance: 60%

Night: Overcast with occasional rain showers. Low around 48°F. Winds NE at 5–10 mph.

Rain Chance: 50%

Sunrise: 6:48 AM | Sunset: 7:30 PM


Thursday, April 2, 2026

Day: Cloudy and much cooler. High near 51°F. Winds ESE at 5–10 mph.

Night: Showers during the evening, then cloudy overnight. Low around 42°F. Winds ESE at 5–10 mph.

Rain Chance: 40%

Sunrise: 6:46 AM | Sunset: 7:31 PM


Friday, April 3, 2026

Day: Morning fog followed by mostly cloudy skies in the afternoon. High near 71°F. Winds S at 5–10 mph.

Night: Showers during the evening, with partial clearing overnight. Low around 57°F. Winds light and variable.

Rain Chance: 40%

Sunrise: 6:45 AM | Sunset: 7:32 PM


Saturday, April 4, 2026

Day: Partly cloudy and warm. High near 77°F. Winds SSW at 5–10 mph.

Night: Overcast with periods of rain showers. Low around 55°F. Winds SSE at 5–10 mph.

Rain Chance: 40%

Sunrise: 6:43 AM | Sunset: 7:33 PM


Forecast conditions may change. Stay with Skook News for the latest updates.

Today’s weather forecast is brought to you by the Schuylkill Elder Abuse Prevention Alliance.

Schuylkill Elder Abuse Prevention Alliance

Monday, March 30, 2026

Schuylkill IU 29 Expands Pathways to Address Special Education Teacher Shortage



Schuylkill Intermediate Unit 29 is expanding access to the teaching profession through a series of new initiatives aimed at addressing the ongoing shortage of certified special education teachers across the region.

Man Wanted on Theft Charges Following Dispute Over Lawn Equipment in Schuylkill County


A warrant has been issued for a man accused of selling another person’s property without permission following a dispute in Schuylkill County.

UPDATE: Victim Identified in Fatal Industrial Accident in Rush Township


Pennsylvania State Police have identified the victim in Saturday’s fatal industrial accident in Hometown, Schuylkill County.

RETRACTION/CORRECTION

An earlier report published by Skook News regarding Saturday’s industrial accident in Rush Township incorrectly identified the location as East Penn Manufacturing.

DUI Charges Filed Against Two Schuylkill County Men After Vehicle Strikes Parked Car in Minersville


A pair of Tremont men are facing charges following an early morning incident earlier this month that began with a report of a vehicle striking a parked car and ended with both accused of driving under the influence.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for March 30th, 2026

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Skook News Obituaries:  March 30th, 2026