Thursday, October 26, 2017

Schuylkill County Football Schedule for Week #10


Schuylkill County Football Schedule for Week #10

Frost Advisory Issued for Early Friday Morning

The National Weather Service has issued a Frost Advisory for Schuylkill County and other counties in Pennsylvania.

Schuylkill County Schools Bring Home District XI Cross Country Championships

On Wednesday, the PIAA District XI Cross Country Championships were held in Bethlehem.

Blue Mountain 4-H Livestock Club Members Learn Sign Language

The Blue Mt. 4-H Livestock Club recently held its’ October monthly meeting at the Schuylkill Haven Hose Company where they were taught by one of its younger members how to sign some common words.

UPS Shipping Rates to Go Up By the End of 2017

UPS announced on Wednesday that their shipping rates will be going up by the end of 2017.

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 10/26/2017


Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 10/26/2017

Schuylkill County Obituaries for 10/25/2017


Schuylkill County Obituaries for 10/25/2017

Wednesday, October 25, 2017

Drunk Driver Causes Two Crashes that Closed Route 901 Wednesday

A drunk driver caused two crashes that closed Route 901 Wednesday.

TRAVEL ALERT: Route 901 Closed in Cass Township

As of 5:15pm, Wedneday, Route 901 is closed in Cass Township due to two crashes.

Schuylkill County High School Football Power Rankings After Week 9


Skook News/ Skook Sports High School Football Power Rankings as of Week - 8, also included is the Schuylkill League Standings ! Where does your team rank ?

Lehigh Valley Hospital Schuylkill to Host Free Veterans Day Breakfast

LVHN-Schuylkill will host a free breakfast for Veterans.

Motorcyclist Injured in Wednesday Morning Crash

A motorcyclist was injured Wednesday morning in a crash in Butler Township.

Tuesday, October 24, 2017

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 10/25/2017


Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 10/25/2017

Man Facing Charges After Being Found with Stolen Motorcycle

A Mount Carmel man was taken into custody on Monday after being found driving a stolen motorcycle.

Tamaqua Borough to Receive CRIZ Funding

The Pennsylvania Department of Revenue today announced a total of $3.9 million in state funds will be returned to three communities participating in the City Revitalization and Improvement Zone (CRIZ) Program.

SCAM ALERT: UGI Warns Customers About Phone Scam

UGI is warning it's customers about a phone scam being used.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for 10/24/2017


Schuylkill County Obituaries for 10/24/2017

Hundreds Without Power Tuesday Morning Schuylkill County

As of 11:45am Tuesday, hundreds are without power after high winds and heavy rain blew through early Tuesday morning.

Suglia's Pizza to Reopen near Shenandoah on Wednesday

Those of us north of the mountain that love Suglia's Pizza will be happy to hear that they will reopen on Wednesday, October 25th, 2017.

Good Samaritan Robbed at Gunpoint in Butler Township Monday Night

Police are looking for a man who stole a good samaritan's vehicle at gunpoint Monday night in Butler Township.

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 10/24/2017


Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 10/24/2017

Schuylkill County Obituaries for 10/23/2017


Schuylkill County Obituaries for 10/23/2017

Monday, October 23, 2017

Governor Wolf Calls for Vote on Stalled LGBT Non-Discrimination Protections

Governor Tom Wolf today urged the General Assembly to pass the PA Fairness Act, bipartisan legislation that extends non-discrimination provisions in state law to protect against discrimination based on sexual orientation, and gender expression or identity.

Wind Advisory Issued for Early Tuesday Morning

The National Weather Service has issued a Wind Advisory for early Tuesday morning.

Crash Knocks Out Power in Areas of Hometown

Just after 12:30pm, Monday, a crash occurred in Hometown, Rush Township which has knocked out power in the area.

Judas Priest to Kick Off Tour in Wilkes Barre

One of heavy metal’s most legendary acts will be hitting the road in 2018 in support of their new studio album, ‘Firepower.’

Blue Mountain Middle School Receives Another Bomb Threat on Monday Morning

On Monday morning, the Blue Mountain Middle School, Orwigsburg, received their second threat in a week's time.

Heavy Rain and Strong Winds Expected Late Monday into Tuesday

Heavy rain and strong winds are expected late Monday into Tuesday for Schuylkill County.

Police Investigating an Attempted Homicide Incident that Started in Luzerne County and Ended in Lebanon County


Police are investigating an attempted homicide incident that began in Luzerne County and ended in Lebanon County.

Police Looking for Suspect Who Robbed Convenient Store on Friday

The Pottsville Bureau of Police is investigating an incident that occurred at approximately 11:40am on Friday 10/20/17 at the Brok-Sel store, 1607 West Market Street, Pottsville. 

Sunday, October 22, 2017

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 10/22/2017


Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 10/22/2017

Schuylkill County Obituaries for 10/22/2017


Schuylkill County Obituaries for 10/22/2017

One Flown with Serious Injuries After Interstate 81 Crash Sunday Afternoon

One person was seriously injured in a crash on Interstate 81 Sunday afternoon.

Local Fire Companies Evaluate New Schuylkill County Burn Building

Firefighters evaluate new burn building at  Schuylkill County Fire Training Center.

Plane Crash Reported at Schuylkill County Airport Sunday Evening

A plane crash has been reported at the Joe Zerby Airport Sunday evening.

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 10/22/2017


Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 10/22/2017

Saturday, October 21, 2017

Friday, October 20, 2017

Upcoming Schuylkill County Road Work


Upcoming Schuylkill County Road Work

Schuylkill County Football Scores for Week #9


Schuylkill County Football Scores for Week #9

Schuylkill County Obituaries for 10/20/2017


Schuylkill County Obituaries for 10/20/2017

Mahanoy Area to Seek Restitution from Culprit of Threat This Week

Mahanoy Area officials have said, once found, they will seek restitution from the culprit of this week's threat.

Law Enforcement to Participate in National Prescription Drug Take Back Day Next Saturday

The 14th National Prescription Drug "Take-Back Day” will take place on Saturday, October 28th, 2017 from 10:00 am – 2:00pm.

Attempted Homicide Charges Filed Against Man Shot By Police on Thursday

A man that was shot by a State Police Trooper on Thursday has been charged with attempted homicide.

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 10/20/2017


Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 10/20/2017

Thursday, October 19, 2017

Man Shot By Police During Incident in Porter Township Thursday Afternoon

A man was shot by a Pennsylvania State Trooper on Thursday afternoon during an incident.

Schuylkill County Police Log for 10/19/2017


Schuylkill County Police Log for 10/19/2017

Billboard of Candidate for Schuylkill County District Attorney Vandalized

A billboard for Michael O'Pake, a candidate for Schuylkill County District Attorney, was vandalized recently.

Tractor Trailer Rollover on Route 61 Northbound Between St. Clair and Frackville

(10/19/17)  Emergency personnel are at the scene of a tractor trailer rollover on Route 61 northbound between Saint Clair and Frackville.