Schuylkill County Students Earn Dean's List Honors at Wilkes University

Wilkes University has recognized several students from Schuylkill County for their academic excellence by naming them to the Dean's List for the Spring 2026 semester.

Reading & Northern Releases Schedule for Union Pacific Big Boy's Schuylkill County Visit

The Reading Blue Mountain & Northern Railroad (RBMN) has released a detailed schedule for the highly anticipated visit of Union Pacific's legendary "Big Boy" No. 4014, which will travel through Schuylkill County on Thursday, July 2, as part of the railroad's Semiquincentennial Steam Celebration.

Lehigh Carbon Community College Announces Spring 2026 Dean's List

Lehigh Carbon Community College (LCCC) has announced the students named to the Dean's List for the Spring 2026 semester. Students who earn a grade point average of 3.50 or higher receive Dean's List recognition.

Texas Man Charged After Pennsylvania State Police Allege Online Retail Scam Targeted Schuylkill County Buyer

A Texas man is facing misdemeanor charges in Schuylkill County after Pennsylvania State Police allege he accepted payment for a high-priced laser device through his online business but never delivered the product or refunded the customer.

PA District 24 Little League All-Star Scoreboard - Monday, June 29th, 2026

         

PA District 24 Little League All-Star Scoreboard

Schuylkill County Obituaries for June 30th, 2026

           

Skook News Obituaries:  June 30th, 2026

Extreme Heat Warning Issued for Schuylkill County

The National Weather Service has upgraded its Extreme Heat Watch to an Extreme Heat Warning for Schuylkill County and much of central Pennsylvania as forecasters continue to predict several days of dangerous heat and humidity.

Philadelphia Woman Charged After Allegedly Attempting to Smuggle Suboxone into SCI Mahanoy During Prison Visit

A Philadelphia woman is facing multiple felony charges after authorities allege she attempted to smuggle dozens of Suboxone strips into SCI Mahanoy during a scheduled inmate visit in 2023.

Pottsville Kiwanis Announces Winners of Fire Hydrant Painting Contest

 

The Pottsville Kiwanis Club has announced the winners of its Fire Hydrant Painting Contest, with dozens of creatively decorated hydrants adding patriotic color and local pride along the route of Schuylkill County's America250 Parade.

A total of 30 fire hydrants were painted as part of the contest, transforming ordinary street fixtures into colorful works of art celebrating American history, community spirit, and Schuylkill County pride.

The contest featured both a Youth Division and an Adult & Community Organization Division.

Youth Division Winners

• First Place: Dalmatian (515 W. Market St.) — Charlotte Stevenosky
• Second Place: Eagle (1621 W. Market St.) — Abby Heiser
• Third Place: Schuylkill County Theme (10th & W. Market St.) — Noah Brittenburg and Matthew Tosh

Adult & Community Organization Division Winners

• First Place: 9/11 Remembrance (Market & Third streets, Discovery Park) — Andy Wollyung and Jeanette Tobin
• Second Place: Firehouse, Fair, & 250th Fun (13th & Market streets) — Schuylkill County Fair Royalty
• Third Place: First Responders & Military (201 Mahantongo St.) — Conewago Pottsville

The painted hydrants became a popular attraction throughout the America250 celebration weekend, with many paradegoers stopping to admire the artwork while traveling along the parade route.

The contest was organized by the Pottsville Kiwanis Club as part of the community's celebration of America's 250th anniversary.

Schuylkill County Man Charged with Stalking, Terroristic Threats After Allegedly Leaving Threatening Voicemails and Sharing Intimate Photo

An Orwigsburg man is facing multiple misdemeanor charges after West Mahanoy Township Police say he repeatedly threatened his former girlfriend through anonymous phone calls and unlawfully shared an intimate photograph of her on social media.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for June 29th, 2026

           

Skook News Obituaries:  June 29th, 2026

Extreme Heat Watch Issued for Schuylkill County as Dangerous Heat Expected Midweek

The National Weather Service has issued an Extreme Heat Watch for Schuylkill County and much of central and southeastern Pennsylvania as dangerously hot temperatures and oppressive humidity are expected to grip the region later this week.

Driver Transported to Hospital After Crashing into Schuylkill County Day Care

The driver of an SUV was transported to the hospital after crashing into a building in Port Carbon at a high rate of speed on Monday morning.

PHOTOS: Frackville Sesquicentennial Parade

On Saturday, June 27th, 2026, Frackville not only celebrated America's 250th anniversary, but also celebrate the borough's 150th anniversary.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for June 28th, 2026

           

Skook News Obituaries:  June 28th, 2026

PHOTOS: Schuylkill County America250 Parade in Pottsville

On Saturday, June 27th, 2026, Schuylkill County celebrated America's 250th anniversary with a parade through the city of Pottsville.

PA District 24 Little League All-Star Scoreboard - June 27th, 2026

        

PA District 24 Little League All-Star Scoreboard

Schuylkill County Obituaries for June 27th, 2026

           

Skook News Obituaries:  June 27th, 2026

Mahanoy City Revives the Classic Block Party with Successful Freedom Fest Celebration

A tradition that many residents hadn't experienced in recent years returned Friday evening as the Mahanoy Area Chamber of Commerce and West End Fire & Rescue transformed a section of town into a classic neighborhood block party, bringing together hundreds of people for an evening of music, food, local vendors and fireworks.

PA District 24 Little League All-Star Scoreboard - June 26th, 2026

       

PA District 24 Little League All-Star Scoreboard