Annual Soap Box Derby to Close Portion of Laurel Boulevard in Pottsville on Saturday

Pottsville officials are advising residents and motorists of traffic restrictions this Saturday as the city hosts its annual Soap Box Derby event.

SCHUYLKILL GRADUATES: Mahanoy Area Class of 2026

Congratulations to the Mahanoy Area Class of 2026.

Shenandoah Man Sentenced to 25 to 50 Years in Prison in Child Sexual Abuse Material Case

Pennsylvania Attorney General Dave Sunday announced Wednesday that a Schuylkill County man previously convicted on child sexual abuse material charges has been sentenced to 25 to 50 years in state prison.

Penn State Schuylkill Celebrates Third Annual Nursing Pinning Ceremony

The Penn State Schuylkill Ross and Carol Nese College of Nursing celebrated its third annual Nursing Pinning Ceremony on Friday, May 8, honoring 29 bachelor of science in nursing graduates as they prepare to begin their careers in the healthcare field.

Shenandoah Borough Identified for Proposed $2 Million Federal Blight Removal Initiative

The Borough of Shenandoah announced Tuesday that it has been identified as a proposed recipient of approximately $2 million in federal earmark funding to support a large-scale blight removal and demolition initiative throughout the borough.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for May 12th, 2026

    

Skook News Obituaries:  May 12th, 2026

SCHUYLKILL GRADUATES: Schuylkill Haven Class of 2026

 

Congratulations to the Schuylkill Haven Area Class of 2026.

Ashland Police Issue Warrant for Man Accused of Megan’s Law Violation

An arrest warrant has been issued for an Ashland man accused of violating Pennsylvania’s Megan’s Law requirements.

Schuylkill League Baseball and Softball Playoff Results from Monday, May 11th, 2026

 

Schuylkill League Baseball and Softball Playoff Results from Monday, May 11th, 2026

Pottsville Council Approves 287(g) ICE Partnership After Dramatic Vote Reversal

The Pottsville City Council meeting Monday night was marked by a lengthy and often heated debate over the city’s proposed participation in the federal 287(g) immigration enforcement program, which ultimately passed following a rare procedural reversal by council members.

Frost Advisory Issued for Schuylkill County

A Frost Advisory has been issued for Schuylkill County and much of central Pennsylvania as temperatures are expected to drop into the mid-30s overnight Monday into Tuesday morning.

UPDATE: Stolen Vehicle Recovered from Sweet Arrow Lake in Schuylkill County

A stolen vehicle was recovered from Sweet Arrow Lake in Pine Grove Township on Sunday evening, according to the Pennsylvania State Police at Schuylkill Haven.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for May 11th, 2026

    

Skook News Obituaries:  May 11th, 2026

Williams Valley Honors Two Graduates with Valley Lifelong Alumni Music Awards

The Williams Valley Alumni Band Association presented its annual Valley Lifelong Alumni Music Awards on May 5 during the Spring Choral and Band Concert, recognizing two graduates who have continued their dedication to music long after their high school years.

SCHUYLKILL GRADUATES: North Schuylkill Class of 2026

Congratulations to the North Schuylkill Class of 2026

PennDOT Announces Road Work on Route 61 and Interstate 81 in Schuylkill County This Week

Motorists traveling through Schuylkill County should be prepared for several PennDOT maintenance projects scheduled this week that could cause daytime traffic delays in the Pottsville, St. Clair, Mahanoy Township, and Butler Township areas.

Schuylkill League Baseball Playoff Results from Sunday, May 10th, 2026

Results from May 10th, 2026

Schuylkill County Obituaries for May 10th, 2026

    

Skook News Obituaries:  May 10th, 2026

Schuylkill County Dive Teams Called for Submerged Vehicle in Sweet Arrow Lake

The Pennsylvania State Police and Schuylkill County dive teams responded to Sweet Arrow Lake in Pine Grove Township on Sunday evening after a submerged vehicle was discovered in the water.

Tri-Valley School District Awarded State Grant for Disability Inclusive Curriculum Program

The Shapiro Administration announced this week that Tri-Valley School District is among 10 school entities across Pennsylvania selected to receive funding through the state’s Disability Inclusive Curriculum Pilot Program.