Patriotic Locomotive #1776 Drew Crowds Across Schuylkill County on Thursday

A patriotic sight rolled through Schuylkill County on Thursday, November 20th, as Reading & Northern’s red, white, and blue Locomotive #1776 led a special Office Car Special (OCS) train across the region.

State Police to Conduct Sobriety Checkpoints in Schuylkill County Through Nov. 23

The Pennsylvania State Police at Schuylkill Haven have announced that troopers will be conducting sobriety checkpoints throughout the region between November 9 and November 23, 2025, as part of an ongoing effort to improve roadway safety.

Mahanoy City Man Facing DUI and Multiple Traffic Charges After Crashing Into Parked Vehicles

A Mahanoy City man is facing a series of DUI and traffic-related charges, a year later, after police say he crashed into multiple parked vehicles and later struck a utility pole while attempting to flee the scene in November 2024.

Integrated Medical Group Opens “North of the Mountain Primary Care” in Northern Schuylkill County

Integrated Medical Group, P.C. has expanded its footprint in northern Schuylkill County with the opening of its newest practice, North of the Mountain Primary Care, bringing a full spectrum of patient-centered medical services to the Fountain Springs and Ashland communities.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for November 20th, 2025

Skook News Obituaries:  November 20th, 2025

Schuylkill League Boys’ Soccer Senior Game Returns This Sunday

One of the league’s most celebrated traditions is back for its second straight year as the Schuylkill League Boys’ Soccer Senior Game kicks off this Sunday, November 23rd, 2025, at 6 p.m. under the lights at Schuylkill Haven’s Rotary Field.

BlueWhite Tailgate Pawcast S2 Ep23 Hackenberg Talks PSU & Smith Leads PSU with Emotion

BlueWhite Tailgate Pawcast S2 Ep23
Hackenberg Talks PSU & Smith Leads PSU with Emotion

Schuylkill County Man Convicted in 2022 Assault at Luzerne County Gentlemen’s Club

A Schuylkill County man has been convicted by a Luzerne County jury for assaulting a dancer during a private session at a gentlemen’s club in May 2022, the Pennsylvania Attorney General's Office announced Wednesday.

Schuylkill County Woman Accused of Dumping Multiple Deceased Puppies

A Wayne Township woman is wanted on a long list of felony, misdemeanor, and summary charges stemming from an animal cruelty investigation opened on August 14, 2025.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for November 19th, 2025

                                                                                                                                                                                       

Skook News Obituaries:  November 19th, 2025

Patriotic Locomotive #1776 to Roll Across Schuylkill County on Thursday

A star-spangled sight is coming to Schuylkill County this week.

St. Clair Area to Enter Negotiations With Pottsville for New High School Agreement

The long-running question of where Saint Clair Area School District students will attend high school is expected to continue into early next year following a key vote Tuesday night.

SCFCA Releases Rosters for 2025 Schuylkill County All-Star Football Game

Just when fans thought the high school football season had wrapped up, Schuylkill County is gearing up for one more night under the lights. 

Shenandoah Valley Names October Student of the Month: Jasmin Hurtado Olayo

Shenandoah Valley Jr./Sr. High School has announced senior Jasmin Hurtado Olayo as its October Student of the Month.

Schuylkill County School Delays - November 19th, 2025

                                   

Schuylkill County School Delays - November 19th, 2025

Ankiewicz Family Honored as Marian Catholic Dedicates Practice Field in Their Name

Marian Catholic High School recently recognized the Ankiewicz family for their exceptional support of the school’s football program, dedicating the school’s practice field in their honor during a recent ceremony.

Pottsville Police Charge Woman After Threats Made Toward Schuylkill County Courthouse Staff

A Frackville woman is facing charges after police say she made multiple violent threats toward employees at the Schuylkill County Courthouse over the past week, prompting officers to seek an arrest warrant for terroristic threats.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for November 18th, 2025

                                                                                                                                                                                      

Skook News Obituaries:  November 18th, 2025

Cleanup Underway After Trash Hauler Overturns Near Mahanoy City

An overturned tractor-trailer hauling trash caused traffic delays Tuesday morning after a crash at the intersection of Burma Road and Morea Road near Mahanoy City.

Shenandoah Borough Tackles Audits, New Noise Rules, and Potential Cooper Site Redevelopment for Veteran Home

The Shenandoah Borough Council convened Monday evening to tackle a full agenda focused on financial accountability, public safety, infrastructure planning, and administrative updates.