Monday, July 1, 2019

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 07/01/19


Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 07/01/19

Geisinger Awarded $8.5 Million to Study Genetics of Mental Health

Geisinger, along with two university partners, has been awarded an $8.5 million, five-year grant from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) to study the role of genetics in neuropsychiatric disorders, including autism spectrum disorder, schizophrenia, and bipolar disorder.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for 06/30/19


Schuylkill County Obituaries for 06/30/19

Sunday, June 30, 2019

Two from Schuylkill County ID'd as Victims in Fatal Crash in Berks County


Two from Schuylkill County have been identified as the victims in a crash in Berks County early Saturday.

Saturday, June 29, 2019

Gordon Welcomes New Fire Truck to Borough

On Saturday, the Gordon Fire Department welcomed a new fire truck to the borough.

WEATHER ALERT: Severe Thunderstorm Watch Issued for Schuylkill County


The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch for Schuylkill County through Saturday evening.

Police Investigating Who Stole Lights from Front of Home in Frackville

The West Mahanoy Township Police are investigating an incident where lights were stolen from a home early Friday.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for 06/28/19


Schuylkill County Obituaries for 06/28/19

Friday, June 28, 2019

Mahanoy City Couple Arrested for Stealing from Lottery Machine In Northumberland County

A Mahanoy City couple was taken into custody on Thursday after police said they were responsible for a theft earlier this month.

Coal Cracker Kids Awarded Environmental Education Grant

On Friday, the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) awarded $205,000 in Environmental Education Grants to 45 projects addressing environmental justice, climate change, and water quality.

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 06/28/19


Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 06/28/19

Blighted Structure Collapses in Shenandoah

Late Thursday, a home that was listed as blight collapsed in Shenandoah.

Thursday, June 27, 2019

Senator Argall and Senator Yudichak Announce Expansion of Coal Refuse Energy and Reclamation Tax Credit

Senator David G. Argall (R – Schuylkill/Berks) and Senator John Yudichak (D – Luzerne/Carbon) announced today that the Pennsylvania state budget includes a major expansion of the Coal Refuse Energy and Reclamation Tax Credit which will protect over 3,000 energy jobs and continue the successful environmental reclamation work in counties impacted by centuries of coal mining.

Shenandoah Man Sentenced for Role in Heroin Trafficking Conspiracy

The United States Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of Pennsylvania announced that Derek Yashinsky, age 29, of Shenandoah, Pennsylvania, was sentenced on June 26, 2019, by Senior U.S. District Court Judge James M. Munley to 28 months’ imprisonment followed by two years on supervised release, for his role in a heroin trafficking conspiracy.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for 06/27/19


Schuylkill County Obituaries for 06/27/19

Shenandoah Fire Ruled Accidental; American Red Cross Assisting Five

A fire in Shenandoah early Thursday morning has been ruled accidental.

Yuengling Donates More Than $50,000 to Military Survivors

On Wednesday, Yuengling donated more than $50,000 to military survivors through TAPS.

Wednesday, June 26, 2019

BEST OF SKOOK: Who makes the "Best Burger" in Schuylkill County?

POLL:  Who makes the Best Burger in Schuylkill County?

WEATHER ALERT: Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Schuylkill County

The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Schuylkill County.

Shenandoah Valley and Tamaqua Area Graduates Announced as Recipients of Stine Scholarship

The Pennsylvania State University and the Schuylkill Chamber of Commerce recently announced the 2019-2020 winners of the Jim and Peg Stine Scholarships.

Man Charged with First Degree Murder for Killing Woman in Hegins Township

A Lancaster man was charged on Tuesday for the killing of a woman in Hegins Township earlier this year.

Events Scheduled All Summer Long at Schuylkill County Libraries

The Pottsville Library District which included libraries in Schuylkill and Northumberland County has scheduled a summer full of fun events.

Second Person Charged in Ringtown Burglary

A second person has been charged in connection with a burglary in Ringtown earlier this month.

Police Investigating Stolen Lawn Mower in Ringtown

Ringtown Police are investigating an incident where a lawn mower was stolen in Ringtown last week.

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 06/26/19


Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 06/26/19

Tuesday, June 25, 2019

Ringtown Police Charge Woman for Burglary

On Tuesday, Ringtown Police charged an Ashland woman for a burglary earlier this month.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for 06/25/19


Schuylkill County Obituaries for 06/25/19

Woman Taken into Custody After Three Vehicle Accident on Interstate 81 Last Friday

A woman was taken into custody after she caused a three vehicle crash on Interstate 81 in Frailey Township last Friday.

Mahanoy Township Police File Charges Against Two for Tire Theft

Mahanoy Township Police have filed charges against two individuals who they say are responsible for stealing tires from Hillside Auto near Mahanoy City.

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 06/25/19


Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 06/25/19

Schuylkill County Obituaries for 06/24/19


Schuylkill County Obituaries for 06/24/19

Monday, June 24, 2019

Over a Dozen Dogs Removed from Home in Mahanoy City on Monday

Over a dozen dogs were removed from a home on Mahanoy City on Monday.

Police Release Details of Motorcycle Pursuit from Mahanoy Township to Pottsville

The Pennsylvania State Police have released the details of a pursuit that began in Mahanoy Township and ended in Pottsville Monday afternoon.

North Schuylkill Approves Final Budget for 2019-2020

On Wednesday, June 19, 2019, the North Schuylkill School Board held their monthly meeting.

Man on Motorcycle Taken into Custody After Chase

A man on a motorcycle was taken into custody Monday afternoon after a chase with State Police.

Oversized Load Causing Traffic Problems in Pottsville

An oversized load is causing traffic problems on West Market Street in Pottsville.

Yuengling Releasing New Cans and Packaging Designs for Lord Chesterfield Ale and Premium Beers

To honor its 190th Anniversary,  Yuengling is releasing brand new cans and packaging of regional favorites Premium, Premium light and beloved Lord Chesterfield Ale, one of the continuously oldest brewed beers in America.