Tuesday, June 2, 2020

Shenandoah Valley Caps Off Year with Virtual and Drive-Through Graduation



On Monday evening, the Shenandoah Valley held their annual graduation commencement exercises for the Class of 2020.

CORONAVIRUS UPDATE: Schuylkill County Adds 12 New Positive Cases; 2 Additional Deaths

As of Tuesday, June 2nd, 2020, the Pennsylvania Department of Health reported 12 new positive cases of the COVID-19 virus in Schuylkill County.

PennDOT to Resume Driver's Skills Tests at Reopened Driver License Centers

On Tuesday, The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announced that beginning Tuesday, June 2, 2020, driver's skills test, including motorcycle skills test, will resume at reopened Driver License Centers.

Pennsylvania Lottery Fast Play Ticket Worth More than $269,000 Sold in Schuylkill County

A winning Pennsylvania Lottery Ticket was sold on Monday in Schuylkill County.

Skook News Obituaries for 06/01/2020


Skook News Obituaries for 06/01/2020

Monday, June 1, 2020

North Schuylkill Graduates Receive Diplomas

The North Schuylkill School District Administration spent Saturday and Sunday evenings handing out diplomas to the graduating Seniors.

Emergency Personnel in Frackville Responding to Search and Rescue for a Missing Juvenile

Emergency personnel are responding Monday afternoon to a search and rescue in Frackville.

SCAM ALERT: PA Department of Health Warns of Scam Targeting WIC Recipients

On Monday, The Pennsylvania Department of Health warned Pennsylvania’s Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC) participants of potential scams and cautioned them not to disclose their personal information without verifying the identity of the caller.

CORONAVIRUS UPDATE: No New Positive Cases in Schuylkill County as of Monday

As of Monday, June 1st, 2020, the Pennsylvania Department of Health reported no new positive case of the COVID-19 virus in Schuylkill County for the first time since March

Schuylkill Country Club Turns 99

The Schuylkill Country Club (SCC), Orwigsburg, is preparing for its Centennial year celebration with a yearlong calendar of events up to and beyond the 100th year.

Skook News Obituaries for 05/31/2020


Skook News Obituaries for 05/31/2020

Car Windows Smashed in Girardville

The Pennsylvania State Police at Frackville is investigating an incident of criminal mischief in Girardville.

Woman Threatens Man with Knife in West Mahanoy Township

A Shenandoah woman is facing charges after she allegedly threatened a man with a knife in West Mahanoy Township.

Sunday, May 31, 2020

Saturday, May 30, 2020

Six Displaced After Early Morning Fire in Shenandoah

An electrical issue was determined to be the cause of a fire in Shenandoah Saturday morning.

Fire Crews Responding to Working Structure Fire in Shenandoah

Early Saturday, emergency crews are responding to a working structure fire in Shenandoah.

Skook News Obituaries for 05/29/2020


Skook News Obituaries for 05/29/2020

Friday, May 29, 2020

Schuylkill County Crash Log for 05/29/2020

Below is a collection of reports from recent crashes in Schuylkill County.

WEATHER ALERT: Severe Thunderstorm Watch Issued for Schuylkill County

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

CORONAVIRUS UPDATE: Schuylkill County Adds 10 Positive Cases

As of Thursday, May 28th, 2020, the Pennsylvania Department of Health reported 10 new positive case of the COVID-19 virus in Schuylkill County.

Skook News Obituaries for 05/28/2020


Skook News Obituaries for 05/28/2020

Thursday, May 28, 2020

SCHUYLKILL GRADUATES: North Schuylkill Class of 2020


Recognizing the North Schuylkill Class of 2020.

Dunham's Sports, Michael's, and Kohl's Reopening at the Fairlane Village Mall

On Friday, three more stores are set to reopen at the Fairlane Village Mall, Pottsville.

Woman and Two Children Injured in Crash in Minersville; Charges Pending

A woman and two children were injured in a crash in Minersville on Wednesday.

CORONAVIRUS UPDATE: Schuylkill County Adds 3 New Deaths from COVID-19

As of Thursday, May 28th, 2020, the Pennsylvania Department of Health reported 5 new positive case of the COVID-19 virus in Schuylkill County.

Skook News Obituaries for 05/27/2020


Skook News Obituaries for 05/27/2020

Wednesday, May 27, 2020

Restaurants and Retail Food Service in "Yellow Phase" are Allowed Outdoor Dining Beginning June 5th

On Wednesday, Pennsylvania Governor Tom Wolf announced new guidelines for restaurants in the "yellow phase" that includes outdoor dining.

SCHUYLKILL GRADUATES: Minersville Area Class of 2020


Recognizing the graduates of the Minersville Area Class of 2020.

CORONAVIRUS UPDATE: Schuylkill County Adds 1 New Positive Coronavirus Case; 1 New Death

As of Wednesday, May 27th, 2020, the Pennsylvania Department of Health reported one new positive case of the COVID-19 virus.

Northern Schuylkill County Rotary Recognizes Students of the Year from Mahanoy Area and Shenandoah Valley

The Northern Schuylkill County Rotary Club has recognized two students from both Mahanoy Area & Shenandoah Valley High Schools for their unselfish dedication in providing community service and bestowing them with the title of “Rotary Students of the Year.”

Skook News Obituaries for 05/26/2020


Skook News Obituaries for 05/26/2020

Tuesday, May 26, 2020

With No Parades to March, Musicians Play Taps at Cemeteries for Memorial Day

Musicians past and present from the North Schuylkill School District played taps around the area Monday.

Ashland Celebrates Memorial Day

On Monday, May 25th, 2020, the borough of Ashland held their annual Memorial Day Parade.

Schuylkill County Law Enforcement Seeking Man Wanted on Drug Charges

Law enforcement from Schuylkill County is asking the public's help in locating a man wanted for drug charges.

Boscovs to Reopen This Weekend at the Fairlane Village Mall

Boscovs' Department Stores has announced that their Pottsville location will reopen this weekend among other locations across Pennsylvania.

Minersville Police Seeking Man Wanted for Assault and Endangering the Welfare of Children

Minersville Police are asking for the public's help in locating a wanted man.

CORONAVIRUS UPDATE: Schuylkill County Records 600th Positive COVID-19 Case

As of Tuesday, May 26th, 2020, Schuylkill County diagnosed it's 600th positive case of Coronavirus.

Over 2,000 Homes Without Power Tuesday Morning Near Tamaqua

A large power outage has been reported to be affecting the Tamaqua Area.

Skook News Obituaries for 05/25/2020


Skook News Obituaries for 05/25/2020

Monday, May 25, 2020

Shenandoah Firefighters Make Quick Work of Kitchen Fire; Working Smoke Alarms Credited

Shenandoah firefighters made quick works of a kitchen fire in the borough Monday afternoon.

Girardville Man Wields Butcher Knife at Police During Incident

A Girardville man was taken to the hospital after wielding a butcher knife at police on Monday.

Schuylkill County Crash Log - 05/24/2020


Below is a collection of reports from recent crashes in Schuylkill County.

Skook News Obituaries for 05/24/2020


Skook News Obituaries for 05/24/2020

Sunday, May 24, 2020

CORONAVIRUS UPDATE: 9 New Positive Cases; 1 New Death Reported

On Sunday, May 24th, 2020, Schuylkill County added 9 new Positive COVID-19 cases.

Saturday, May 23, 2020

Skook News Obituaries for 05/23/2020


Skook News Obituaries for 05/23/2020

CORONAVIRUS UPDATE: Schuylkill County Adds 16 New Positive Cases; Statewide Death Total Surpasses 5,000

On Saturday, May 23rd, 2020, Schuylkill County added 16 new Positive COVID-19 cases.

Drainage work on Route 309 near Tamaqua to Begin This Week

PennDOT has announced road work that will take place in West Penn Township and Tamaqua over the next month.

Schuylkill County Crash Log for 05/23/2020


Below is a collection of reports from recent crashes in Schuylkill County.

Friday, May 22, 2020

Skook News Obituaries for 05/22/2020


Skook News Obituaries for 05/22/2020

Diocese of Allentown Parishes to Reopen Masses to the Public

The Diocese of Allentown announced Friday when parishes can resume public masses.

Schuylkill County to Move to "Yellow Phase" Next Friday

Governor Tom Wolf has announced that Schuylkill County will move from the "Red" to "Yellow Phase" next Friday.