Schuylkill County Coroner Called to Scene of a Reported Drowning near Tamaqua

A Schuylkill County Coroner has been requested to the scene of a reported drowning near Tamaqua.

Treatment Center Cited for Nearly Two Dozen False Fire Alarms in Butler Township

A Schuylkill County treatment facility has been cited after police say it was responsible for nearly two dozen false fire alarms over the course of a year.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for October 17th, 2025

                                                                                                                                                      

Skook News Obituaries:  October 17th, 2025

Schuylkill Haven Awarded $40,000 State Grant to Improve Downtown Walkability

Schuylkill Haven Borough has been awarded a $40,000 state grant to advance its ongoing downtown revitalization efforts, state lawmakers announced this week.

Smith, Price, and Marsh Outline Vision for a Stronger, Safer Pottsville

A desire for change and new leadership was the topic when we sat down with the Republican candidates who will be on Pottsville’s November ticket. 

Six Men Cited for Defiant Trespass in Blythe Township

The Pennsylvania State Police at Frackville cited six men after responding to a disturbance on Burma Road earlier this month.

Schuylkill County Sheriff's Final Drug Take Back Aims to Reach 13,000 Pounds Collected

Schuylkill County residents are being asked to come together on Saturday, October 25, 2025, to help Sheriff Joseph Groody reach a major milestone in his final National Drug Take Back Day before retirement.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for October 16th, 2025

                                                                                                                                                     

Skook News Obituaries:  October 16th, 2025

PSP Investigating Fuel Theft Incidents at Gas Stations in Schuylkill and Berks Counties

The Pennsylvania State Police Troop L – Schuylkill Haven is investigating a fuel theft that occurred at Rutters Gas Station, located at 1160 Centre Turnpike in Orwigsburg, Schuylkill County.

Saint Clair Area School District Names September Students of the Month

The Saint Clair Area School District has announced its Students of the Month for September.

North Schuylkill School District Recognizes October Students of the Month

 

The North Schuylkill School District recognized its Students of the Month for October during a presentation held Wednesday evening prior to the meeting of the Board of Directors.

Schuylkill County Halloween Trick or Treat, Parade, and Other Events Schedule for 2025

  

Schuylkill County Halloween Trick or Treat, Parade,
and Other Events Schedule for 2025

Pine Grove Authority Secures $1.6 Million PENNVEST Loan for Wastewater Upgrades

Rep. JoAnne Stehr (R-107) and Sen. Dave Argall (R-29) announced that the Pine Grove Joint Treatment Authority has been awarded a low-interest loan of more than $1.6 million from the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority (PENNVEST) to modernize its wastewater treatment facility and collection system.

Schuylkill County High School Football Schedule - Week 9

           

Schuylkill County High School Football Schedule - Week 9

The Week 9 Schedule for the Schuylkill County High School Football season.

Schuylkill Technology Center Adult Nursing Program Achieves 95% NCLEX-PN Pass Rate

Schuylkill Technology Center’s (STC) Adult Practical Nursing Program has announced a major achievement, reporting a 95% pass rate on the 2024-2025 National Council Licensure Examination for Practical Nurses (NCLEX-PN).

Schuylkill County Obituaries for October 15th, 2025

                                                                                                                                                    

Skook News Obituaries:  October 15th, 2025

Schuylkill League Volleyball Playoffs Set for Championship Thursday at Martz Hall

The Schuylkill League Volleyball Playoffs tipped off this week as teams battle for the 2025 league crown.

Schuylkill Food Network Celebrates Volunteers at 2025 Appreciation Banquet

More than 400 volunteers honored for distributing over one million pounds of food across Schuylkill County.

Schuylkill County Day Announced for Penn State Basketball Season

Penn State Athletics has announced that Schuylkill County Day will be celebrated during the Nittany Lions’ men’s basketball home game against Michigan State on Saturday, December 13, 2025, at the Bryce Jordan Center.

State Police Seek Public’s Help in Identifying Theft Suspect at Schuylkill County Dollar General

The Pennsylvania State Police at Schuylkill Haven are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying a suspect involved in a theft that occurred at the Dollar General, located at 1142 Long Run Road in Wayne Township.