Sunday, April 12, 2020

Skook News Obituaries for 04/12/2020


Skook News Obituaries for 04/12/2020

Strong Storms with High Wind Gusts Possible Monday

Along with a Wind Advisory that was issued for Monday, there is the possibility of strong storms in Schuylkill County and the surrounding counties.

PennDOT Bridge Inspection Work Scheduled for This Week

PennDOT has announced one bridge projects that will continue this week in Schuylkill County.

WEATHER ALERT: Wind Advisory Issued for Schuylkill County for Monday

The National Weather Service has issued a Wind Advisory for Monday.

CORONAVIRUS UPDATE: Schuylkill County Adds 9 Positive Cases

On Sunday, April 12th, 2020, 9 additional positive cases of the Coronavirus were tested in Schuylkill County bring the total to 188.

First Ever "Epic Easter Bunny Skook Tour" Spreads Easter Cheer Around Schuylkill County

During a time when everything is affected by the COVID-19 virus, the first ever "Epic Easter Bunny Skook Tour" focused on bringing some cheer and normalcy for the holiday weekend around Schuylkill County.

Saturday, April 11, 2020

Skook News Obituaries for 04/11/2020


Skook News Obituaries for 04/11/2020

Man Caught Burglarizing a House in Hometown Saturday Morning

Rush Township Police arrested and charged a man that was caught burglarizing a home on Saturday.

Rush Township Police Investigating Indecent Exposure Incident

Rush Township Police are investigating an incident where a male exposed himself.

North Schuylkill to Light Stadium Lights Weekly in Honor of Class of 2020

North Schuylkill has found a way to remind their 2020 graduates that they are still thinking about them even though they are missing out on many events because of the COVID-19 virus.

CORONAVIRUS UPDATE: Second Death from Coronavirus Reported in Schuylkill County

On Saturday, April 11th, 2020, 15 additional positive cases of the Coronavirus were tested in Schuylkill County bring the total to 179.

Woman Flown After ATV Crash Late Friday in Wayne Township

A woman was flown to an area hospital late Friday after an ATV crash in Wayne Township.

Skook News Obituaries for 04/10/2020


Skook News Obituaries for 04/10/2020

Friday, April 10, 2020

Pine Grove Man Charged with Using Stolen Credit Card

A Pine Grove man has been charged after he racked up hundreds of  dollars in charges on a stolen credit card.

LVHN Updates Criteria for Testing Individuals with Suspected COVID-19


Effective immediately, Lehigh Valley Health Network’s (LVHN) criteria for testing individuals suspected of having coronavirus (COVID-19) have been updated. 

Truck Stolen in Schuylkill County; Easton Woman Arrested

An Easton woman was arrested for stealing a pickup truck from a hotel in Schuylkill County this week.

Good Friday Tradition "Trek of the Cross" Continues in Gordon

A Good Friday tradition continued today in the borough of Gordon when the Simpson United Methodist Church held the "Trek of the Cross".

CORONAVIRUS UPDATE: 15 New Cases in Schuylkill County; Statewide Total Just Under 20,000

On Friday, April 10th, 2020, 15 additional positive cases of the Coronavirus were tested in Schuylkill County bring the total to 164.

WEATHER ALERT: Weather Advisory Issued for Friday

The National Weather Service has issued a Wind Advisory for Friday.

Skook News Obituaries for 04/09/2020


Skook News Obituaries for 04/09/2020

Tractor Trailer Driver Uninjured After Overturning Early Thursday

The driver of a tractor trailer hauling eggs was uninjured after a crash early Thursday in Pine Grove Township.

Thursday, April 9, 2020

UPDATE: Over 1,100 Homes Still Without Power Late Thursday

An update from a previous post, as of 6:00pm, over 1,100 homes are still without power late Thursday after heavy rain and high winds blew through earlier in the day.

Hundreds of Homes Without Power Thursday Afternoon

Hundreds of homes are without power Thursday afternoon in Schuylkill County.

CORONAVIRUS: First Death Reported in Schuylkill County Due to Virus

On Thursday, April 9th, 2020,  13 additional positive cases of the Coronavirus were tested in Schuylkill County bring the total to 149.

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 04/09/2020



Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 04/09/2020

All Pennsylvania Schools to Remain Closed for Remainder of Academic Year


On Thursday, Governor Tom Wolf announced that all schools will remain closed for the remainder of the 2019-20 academic year.

Tractor Trailer Rollover Closes Road South of Pine Grove

A tractor trailer rollover early Thursday has closed a road south of Pine Grove.

State Police Seizes More Than $11 Million in Illegal Drugs in the First Quarter of 2020


The Pennsylvania State Police announced on Wednesday that troopers confiscated $11,046,058 worth of cocaine, heroin, fentanyl, and other illicit drugs in the first quarter of 2020.

Skook News Obituaries for 04/08/2020


Skook News Obituaries for 04/08/2020

Wednesday, April 8, 2020

Schuylkill Technology Centers Announce February 2020 Student of the Month Award Recipients

The Schuylkill Technology Center has announced their February students of the month for the North and South Campuses.

Pottsville Physical Therapy Site Pitches In To Sew Face Masks for Good Shepherd Patients, Staff

In the face of tight supplies throughout the world, health-care organizations are requesting donations of homemade face masks to supplement their own personal protective equipment (PPE) supplies. 

WEATHER ALERT: Wind Advisory Issued for Thursday

The National Weather Service has issued a Wind Advisory for Thursday.

CORONAVIRUS UPDATE: 17 New Positive Cases in Schuylkill County; Statewide Death Total Passes 300

On Wednesday, April 8th, 2020,  17 additional positive cases of the Coronavirus were tested in Schuylkill County bring the total to 136.

Cressona Convenience Store Robbed at Gunpoint Early Wednesday Morning

The Pennsylvania State Police at Schuylkill Haven are investigating an armed robbery that occurred Wednesday morning in Cressona.

Skook News Obituaries for 04/07/2020


Skook News Obituaries for 04/07/2020

Tuesday, April 7, 2020

Barron "Boots" Hetherington Appointed to Schuylkill County Commissioner

On Tuesday, Schuylkill County named a new Schuylkill County Commissioner.

Penn State Schuylkill Announces Fall 2019 Dean List

On Tuesday, April 7th, 2020, the Penn State Schuylkill Campus announced their Fall 2019 Semester's Dean List.

West Mahanoy Township Man Faces Charges for Firing Gun from Back Porch


A man from West Mahanoy Township will be charged by State Police after say he fired a gun from his back porch.

Geisinger Health Plan Waives Out-of-Pocket Costs for Members for COVID-19 Treatment


Geisinger Health Plan (GHP) is waiving all out-of-pocket costs for members receiving in-network, inpatient treatment for COVID-19.

Roller Roost Announces Closing

According to the roller rink's social media pages, the Roller Roost II has announced it will be closed immediately.

Knoebels Delays Opening Day Until Further Notice


On Tuesday, Knoebels announced they would be postponing their opening day until further notice.  

CORONAVIRUS UPDATE: 16 New Positive Cases in Schuylkill County

On Tuesday, April 7th, 2020,  16 additional positive cases of the Coronavirus were tested in Schuylkill County bring the total to 119.

Fish and Boat Commission Opens 2020 PA Trout Season Immediately


In a surprising move, the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission opened the 2020 Trout Season statewide on Tuesday.