PHOTOS: 2026 Pottsville Soap Box Derby

 

Photos from the 2026 Pottsville Soap Box Derby.

PennDOT Announces Multi-Day Closure of Tuscarora Park Road in Schuylkill County

A section of Tuscarora Park Road in Ryan Township will be closed for more than a week next month as PennDOT crews complete rail crossing work in the area.

Schuylkill County Students Graduate from Lebanon Valley College

Students from across Schuylkill County were among those recognized during Commencement ceremonies at Lebanon Valley College as the college celebrated the graduation of the Class of 2026.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for May 21st, 2026

    

Skook News Obituaries:  May 21st, 2026

ICE-Assisted Traffic Stop Leads to River Pursuit, Arrest in Schuylkill County

A New York man is facing multiple felony charges after allegedly fleeing from police, crossing the Schuylkill River, and resisting arrest following a traffic stop in Schuylkill Haven on Wednesday night.

Schuylkill County Bar Association Scholarship Fund Accepting Applications for Law School Aid

The Schuylkill County Bar Association Scholarship Fund is now accepting applications for scholarship assistance for Schuylkill County students pursuing a legal education.

SCHUYLKILL GRADUATES: Tamaqua Area Class of 2026

Congratulations to the Tamaqua Area Class of 2026.

Fire Destroys Duplex Home in Brockton Overnight

A raging fire destroyed a duplex home in Schuylkill County overnight.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for May 20th, 2026

    

Skook News Obituaries:  May 20th, 2026

Gordon Fire Department to Host Fighting 400 5K This Weekend

Runners and walkers are invited to lace up their sneakers this weekend for the annual Fighting 400 5K in Gordon, an event that will benefit the Gordon Fire Department.

Three Facing Trespassing Charges After Investigation at Abandoned North Manheim Township Farmhouse

Three individuals are facing charges after Pennsylvania State Police say they were found near an abandoned farmhouse in North Manheim Township late last year.

WEATHER ALERT: Severe Thunderstorm Watch Issued for Schuylkill County

A Severe Thunderstorm Watch has been issued for Schuylkill County and much of central and eastern Pennsylvania through Wednesday evening as forecasters warn conditions are favorable for damaging storms later today.

SCHUYLKILL GRADUATES: Minersville Area Class of 2026

Congratulations to the Minersville Area Class of 2026!

Schuylkill County Election Results - Primary 2026

2026 Primary Election - Unofficial Schuylkill County Results

Results are unofficial and were reported at 10:14 p.m. on May 19, 2026.

Gun, Cash, Pocketknives Reported Stolen in Girardville Theft

State Police are investigating a theft involving a handgun and other items reported in Girardville earlier this month.

District XI High School Baseball and Softball Playoff Results - May 19th, 2026

 

District XI High School Baseball and Softball Results for Schuylkill County teams from May 19th, 2026

Penn State Schuylkill Announces New Career Services Director

Penn State Schuylkill has announced the appointment of Cierra Abrachinsky as the campus’ new director of cooperative education and career services, effective June 1.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for May 19th, 2026

    

Skook News Obituaries:  May 19th, 2026

USAC East Coast Sprint Cars Return to Big Diamond Speedway Friday Night

The excitement continues to build at Big Diamond Speedway as the dirt track racing season heads into another busy Friday night packed with top-tier competition across multiple divisions.

SCHUYLKILL GRADUATES: Tri-Valley Class of 2026

Congratulations to the Tri-Valley Class of 2026