Teen Killed, Four Others Injured in Head-On Crash with Tractor-Trailer on Burma Road in Schuylkill County

A head-on crash involving a passenger vehicle and a tractor-trailer in Blythe Township Wednesday night claimed the life of an 18-year-old Pottsville woman and left four other people injured, according to Pennsylvania State Police.

What to See Thursday at the Schuylkill County Fair

From livestock and equine activities to a cornhole tournament and an Elvis tribute, Thursday offers a full day of events at the 2026 Schuylkill County Fair.

Schuylkill County Coroner Called to Fatal Crash on Burma Road in Ryan Township

A Schuylkill County Coroner has been called to the scene of a crash on Burma Road in Ryan Township.

Former Schuylkill County Man Indicted on Federal Charge of Failing to Register as a Sex Offender

A former Schuylkill County man has been indicted by a federal grand jury on charges alleging he failed to comply with federal sex offender registration requirements after relocating to New York.

Schuylkill County Communities to Celebrate National Night Out with Family-Friendly Events Across the Region

Police departments, fire companies, emergency responders, and community organizations throughout Schuylkill County are inviting residents to come together for National Night Out celebrations during the first two weeks of August.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for July 29th, 2026

                                     

Skook News Obituaries:  July 29th, 2026

Ashland Man Sentenced to Nearly Two Years in Federal Prison for Methamphetamine Conspiracy

An Ashland man has been sentenced to nearly two years in federal prison after admitting to participating in a methamphetamine distribution conspiracy in Schuylkill County.

Police Seeking Maryland Man Accused of Threatening to Kill Woman, Burn Home in Schuylkill County

A Maryland man is wanted in Schuylkill County after East Union Township Police filed multiple charges accusing him of criminal trespass, making violent threats, and repeatedly harassing a woman protected by a court-issued Protection From Abuse (PFA) order.

Craft Beer Fans Fill Downtown Pottsville for Annual Schuylkill County Brew Fest

Hundreds of craft beer fans filled Downtown Pottsville on Saturday for the 2026 Schuylkill County Brew Fest, featuring local and regional breweries, homebrewers, live music and professional wrestling.

Schuylkill County Day Highlights Wednesday’s Fair Schedule

The 2026 Schuylkill County Fair continues Wednesday, July 29, with Schuylkill County Day, featuring tractor pulls, agricultural activities, live music and family entertainment.

Mahanoy City Teen Charged with Hindering Apprehension, Corruption of Minors After Allegedly Assisting Juvenile Fugitive

A Mahanoy City teenager is facing criminal charges after police allege she attempted to help a wanted juvenile fugitive evade capture during a police search in the borough last week.

Schuylkill YMCA Blue Fins Swimmers Qualify for Eastern Zone Long Course Championships

Two swimmers from the Schuylkill YMCA Blue Fins are set to compete this week at one of the premier age-group swimming competitions in the eastern United States.

Sheppton-Oneida Fire Company to Host Community Blood Drive on August 13

Community members will have an opportunity to help save lives by donating blood during an upcoming blood drive at the Sheppton-Oneida Fire Company.

Severe Thunderstorm Watch Issued for Schuylkill County; Strong Storms Expected This Afternoon

The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch for Schuylkill County and much of eastern and central Pennsylvania until 8:00 p.m. Tuesday.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for July 28th, 2026

                                    

Skook News Obituaries:  July 28th, 2026

Pottsville to Launch Free Two-Hour Downtown Parking Permits for Senior Residents Beginning August 3

Pottsville senior citizens will soon be able to park for free in downtown Pottsville for up to two hours under a new permit program that officially launches Monday, August 3.

Flood Watch Issued for Schuylkill County as Heavy Rain Threatens Flash Flooding Through Tonight

The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Watch for Schuylkill County and several surrounding counties as multiple rounds of heavy rain and thunderstorms are expected to move across the region through late Tuesday night.

Kids Day Highlights Tuesday Schedule at Schuylkill County Fair

The 2026 Schuylkill County Fair continues Tuesday, July 28, with Kids Day, featuring children’s contests, hands-on activities, live entertainment, carnival rides and truck and tractor pulls.

2026 Schuylkill County Fair Introduces New Fair Royalty

The Schuylkill County Fair officially welcomed its 2026 Fair Royalty on Monday, introducing three young ambassadors who will represent the annual tradition throughout the coming year.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for July 27th, 2026

                                   

Skook News Obituaries:  July 27th, 2026