Schuylkill County Residents Call for Data Center Moratorium During Commissioners Meeting

A Butler Township resident urged Schuylkill County Commissioners to support a statewide moratorium on data center development during the public comment portion of Wednesday’s work session.

Shenandoah Valley Names Jourdin Karvois March Student of the Month

 Shenandoah Valley Jr./Sr. High School
March Student of the Month

Jourdin Karvois

Senior Jourdin Karvois has been named the March Student of the Month.  She will be recognized during next Wednesday school board meeting.

Schuylkill County Officials Announce Spring and Summer Dog License Canvassing Effort

Schuylkill County officials are reminding residents to ensure their dogs are properly licensed as enforcement efforts ramp up for the spring and summer months.

Schuylkill County Career Fair Connects 1,000+ Students with Local Employers

More than 1,000 students from across Schuylkill County gathered at Martz Hall on Wednesday for the 16th Annual Schuylkill County Career Fair, an event aimed at connecting young people with future career pathways.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for April 15th, 2026

    

Skook News Obituaries:  April 15th, 2026

Schuylkill Haven Hosts 7th Annual “Hurricane Hop” for Students of All Abilities

Students with special needs and disabilities from across Schuylkill County gathered once again at Schuylkill Haven Area High School for the district’s annual “Hurricane Hop,” a celebration focused on inclusion, connection, and fun.

UPDATE: Multiple Charged in Girardville Shooting; Affidavits Detail Fight, Threats, and Events Leading to Gunfire

New details and additional charges have been filed following a shots fired incident last Wednesday in Butler Township near Girardville, with court documents outlining how a verbal dispute escalated into violence involving multiple individuals.

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast - Wednesday, April 15, 2026

    

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast
Wednesday, April 15, 2026

Schuylkill County High School Baseball and Softball Scoreboard - April 14th, 2026

                                                                             

Schuylkill County High School Baseball and Softball Scoreboard
April 14th, 2026

Schuylkill County Students Earn Top Honors in Regional Manufacturing Video Contest

The Manufacturers Resource Center (MRC) announced the winners of the 10th annual What’s So Cool About Manufacturing® Berks Schuylkill Student Video Contest during an awards ceremony held Tuesday, April 14, 2026.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for April 14th, 2026

    

Skook News Obituaries:  April 14th, 2026

Shenandoah Heights Man Faces Dozens of New Child Sexual Abuse Charges

A Shenandoah Heights man already facing drug charges is now charged with dozens of additional felony offenses related to the alleged sexual abuse of children, according to court documents filed this week.

Man Accused of Breaking Into Schuylkill Haven Apartment, Attacking Resident with Table Leg

A Schuylkill Haven man is facing multiple felony charges following an alleged assault and burglary at an apartment building.

Update: Woman Turns Herself In Following Minersville Assault Charges

 

 A woman wanted by Minersville Police in connection with an alleged assault has turned herself in.

Schuylkill County Students Honored by DAR for Good Citizenship

The Mahantongo Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) recognized outstanding high school seniors from across Schuylkill County during its annual Good Citizenship Award banquet, held Sunday, April 12, at the Country Kitchen.

Pottsville Council Tables Proposed ICE Agreement Following Divided Discussion

A proposed agreement between the Pottsville Bureau of Police and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement was tabled Monday night after a divided discussion among city officials.

Federal Government Appeals DEP Orders Blocking Proposed ICE Facilities in Schuylkill, Berks Counties

A new legal filing submitted April 8, 2026, shows the federal government is formally challenging Pennsylvania’s actions that have stalled plans for two proposed immigration detention facilities in Schuylkill and Berks counties.

Pottsville Announces Travel, Parking Restrictions for Yuengling Light Lager Jogger 5K

The City of Pottsville has issued a travel and parking advisory ahead of the annual Yuengling Light Lager Jogger 5K, scheduled for Saturday, April 18, 2026.

Saint Clair Police Report Arrests at Palo Alto Homeless Encampment

The Saint Clair Police Department has announced multiple arrests connected to trespassing and drug-related offenses at a homeless camp in Palo Alto Borough.

Schuylkill County High School Baseball and Softball Scoreboard from Monday, April 13th, 2026

                                                                            

Schuylkill County High School Baseball and Softball Scoreboard
April 13th, 2026