Woman Charged with Allegedly Sexually Assaulting Juvenile at Schuylkill County Treatment Facility

A 21-year-old Lansford woman is facing multiple felony and misdemeanor charges after Butler Township Police alleged she engaged in inappropriate sexual conduct involving a juvenile resident at Gaudenzia Fountain Springs in Butler Township.

UPDATE: One Suspect in Schuylkill County Armed Robbery Investigation Now in Custody

One of the two men wanted by the Pennsylvania State Police in connection with an alleged armed robbery in Schuylkill County is now in custody.

Pottsville Man Charged with Sexual Exploitation of Minor Following Online Investigation

A Pottsville man is facing multiple felony charges after investigators allege he engaged in sexually explicit online communications with a 17-year-old girl, sent her explicit images and videos of himself, and persuaded her to send sexually explicit material in return.

Father Charged After State Police Allege Assault on Care-Dependent Son in Upper Mahantango Township

A Klingerstown man is facing criminal charges after Pennsylvania State Police say he assaulted his adult son, who is paralyzed and uses a wheelchair, during a domestic dispute at their Upper Mahantango Township home.

Shenandoah Woman Struck Victim with Glass Bong During Girardville Assault

A Shenandoah woman is facing criminal charges after Pennsylvania State Police say she assaulted another woman inside a Girardville residence, allegedly striking her with a glass bong while she slept and causing injuries that required staples.

Ashland Crash Investigation Leads to Charges After Man Allegedly Gave False Name to State Police

A Shenandoah man is facing criminal charges after Pennsylvania State Police say he provided a false identity while officers investigated a crash in Ashland Borough and was later found in possession of suspected drug paraphernalia.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for August 5th, 2026

                                            

Skook News Obituaries:  August 5th, 2026

Schuylkill County Football Coaches Kick Off 2026 Season at Media Day

The road to the 2026 high school football season officially began Wednesday as the Schuylkill County Football Coaches Association (SCFCA) welcomed coaches, players, and media representatives to its annual Media Day.

Pottsville's National Night Out Draws Families for Evening of Fun, Safety, and Community Connections

Hundreds of community members gathered Tuesday evening at the JFK Recreation Facility as the Pottsville Bureau of Police and the Pottsville Bureau of Fire hosted another successful National Night Out, bringing families, first responders, businesses, and community organizations together for an evening focused on strengthening neighborhood relationships.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for August 4th, 2026

                                           

Skook News Obituaries:  August 4th, 2026

Schuylkill IU 29 Business Manager Earns State Professional Certification

Schuylkill Intermediate Unit 29 (IU 29) has announced that Business Manager Kristina E. Frantz has earned the designation of Pennsylvania Certified School Business Administrator (PCSBA) through the Pennsylvania Association of School Business Officials (PASBO), recognizing her commitment to excellence in school business administration.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for August 3rd, 2026

                                          

Skook News Obituaries:  August 3rd, 2026

Two Schuylkill County Men Wanted After Alleged Gunpoint Robbery, ATM Extortion

The Pennsylvania State Police are searching for two Schuylkill County men wanted in connection with an alleged armed robbery that investigators say involved forcing a victim at gunpoint to withdraw money from an ATM before taking thousands of dollars from his residence.

Ashland Invited to Celebrate Community Night Out on August 11

The Ashland Community Night Out Committee is excited to announce the return of Community Night Out, which will be held on Tuesday, August 11, 2026, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Memorial Field.

Shenandoah Officials Detail Wastewater System Challenges, Financial Burden, and Recovery Plan

Shenandoah Borough officials have released a comprehensive update outlining what they describe as decades of deferred investment, inherited debt, and operational concerns surrounding the borough's wastewater treatment system, while detailing a long-term strategy aimed at restoring the aging infrastructure without placing an overwhelming financial burden on taxpayers.

PennDOT Announces Road Work This Week on I-81 and Morea Road in Schuylkill County

Motorists traveling through Schuylkill County should be prepared for lane restrictions this week as the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) conducts maintenance work on Interstate 81 and Morea Road.

PennDOT Invites Schuylkill County High School Students to Participate in 2026 Paint the Plow Program

High school students across Schuylkill County will once again have the opportunity to showcase their artistic talents while promoting winter driving safety through the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation's (PennDOT) annual Paint the Plow program.

Motorcyclist Cited After Crashing Into Parked SUV in Pottsville

A Middleport man is facing multiple traffic citations after police say he lost control of his motorcycle and crashed into a parked vehicle in Pottsville last week.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for August 2nd, 2026

                                         

Skook News Obituaries:  August 2nd, 2026

Blue Mountain School Board to Hold Special Meeting Wednesday on Potential Board Member Resignation

The Blue Mountain School District Board of Directors will hold a special meeting this week to discuss and potentially act on the resignation of a member of the school board.