PA Attorney General's Office to Investigate If Criminal Charges Warranted from Halcovage Allegations

The Schuylkill County District Attorney he has handed over the investigation into sexual harassment allegations into Commissioner George Halcovage to the Pennsylvania Attorney General's office.

Localized Flooding Possible from Heavy Downpours on Wednesday; 2 to 4 Inches of Rain Possible

Heavy rain and localized flooding is possible Wednesday afternoon as storms move through Schuylkill County.

State Police Identify Body Found in Northumberland County as Missing Lavelle Man

The Pennsylvania State Police at Stonington announced Wednesday that the body found over the weekend in East Cameron Township, Northumberland was identified as a man reported missing from Lavelle, Butler Township, Schuylkill County.

Skook News Obituaries for 07/07/2020

Skook News Obituaries for 07/07/2020

Frackville Softball Team Honors Jaden Leiby by Wearing #6

During the Frackville Fury's 10 and under first game of the season against Shenandoah,on July 2nd, 2020 the team decided to honor, Jaden Leiby.

Five Schuylkill County Area Students Receive Scholarships through St. Luke's Miners Campus Mentorship Program

St. Luke’s Miners Campus recently awarded $1,000 scholarships to five students from their Mentorship Program.

PA Department of Education: Masks and Face Coverings will be Required for Children and Adults in School

As School Districts continue to wait from guidelines from the Department of Education on how to return to the school in the fall, the Pennsylvania Department of Education clarified a question that many have been asking "Will students have to wear masks at school?".

State Police Investigating Dog Attack in Sheppton

The Pennsylvania State Police are investigating a report of a dog attack on Monday in Sheppton.

Skook News Obituaries for 07/06/2020

Skook News Obituaries for 07/06/2020

WEATHER ALERT: Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Schuylkill County

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

WEATHER ALERT: Flood Advisory Issued for Schuylkill County

The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Advisory for the Northeastern communities of Schuylkill County.

Schuylkill County Police Log for 07/06/2020

Schuylkill County Police Log for 07/06/2020

Two Injured in Crash on Route 924 in Shenandoah on Friday

Two people were taken to the hospital with injuries after a crash in Shenandoah on Friday.

WEATHER ALERT: Severe Thunderstorm Watch Issued for Schuylkill County

The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch for Southeastern Pennsylvania for Monday and into Monday evening.

Schuylkill County Controller Christy Joy Announces Resignation

On Monday morning, Schuylkill County Controller Christy Joy announced his resignation that will occur on July 7th, 2020.

Police Investigating Stolen Vehicle in North Manheim Township

The Pennsylvania State Police at Schuylkill Haven are investigating a stolen vehicle in North Manheim Township.

Man in Custody After State Police Stop Burglary in Progress in Brandonville

A man is locked up in prison after he was caught by police burglarizing a business in Brandonville.

Skook News Obituaries for 07/05/2020

Skook News Obituaries for 07/05/2020

Family Asking for Help Finding Missing Teen from Schuylkill Haven

The family of a teen from Schuylkill Haven is asking for help locating her.

Rush Township Police Release List of Individuals Wanted on Active Warrants

The Rush Township Police Department has released a list of active arrest warrants wanted by their department. 

Hegins Township Police Continue to Investigate Mistreated Cats

Late Saturday, the Hegins Township Police released the details of the investigation at a home in Hegins Township where over two dozen cats were found locked in a shed.

Skook News Obituaries for 07/04/2020

Skook News Obituaries for 07/04/2020

Girardville Police Take Ashland Man into Custody on Warrant

Girardville Police took an Ashland man into custody early Sunday.

Body Found near Schuylkill/Northumberland County Line Saturday Morning

State Police on Saturday said the body of a deceased person was found in Northumberland County.

Building Begins to Collapse Overnight in Mahanoy City

After years of deterioration, a building in Mahanoy City began to collapse overnight.

Over Two Dozen Cats Seized from Property in Valley View

Over two dozen cats were seized from a property on Friday in Valley View.

State Police Investigate the Theft of Catalytic Converters from a Used Car Lot near Pottsville

The Pennsylvania State Police at Schuylkill Haven are investigating the theft of 4 catalytic converters from vehicles on the lot of Northeast Auto Liquidators, located along Route 61 southbound in North Manheim Township near Pottsville.

Skook News Obituaries for 07/03/2020

Skook News Obituaries for 07/03/2020

Saint Clair Trailer Manufacturing Company Donates $5,000 to Jaden Leiby

On Friday, another company came to the aid of a former North Schuylkill high school football player that was injured last year.

No Injuries in Rollover Crash near Ashland Friday Morning

A crash took out a utility pole Friday morning in Butler Township.

Skook News Obituaries for 07/02/2020

Skook News Obituaries for 07/02/2020

Mahanoy City Police Take Two into Custody on Active Bench Warrants; Found with Methamphetamine

The Mahanoy City Police took two into custody on Thursday on active bench warrants.

McAdoo Man Charged with Unlawful Contact with a Minor

A McAdoo man is locked up in Luzerne County Prison after making contact online with someone he thought was a 15 year old girl.

Work Begins on New Indoor Batting Cages for the Ashland Little League

Work begins on new space for batting cages for the Ashland Little League.

Upcoming Events Scheduled for July at Sweet Arrow Lake County Park

The following events are scheduled for the months of June and July at Sweet Arrow Lake County Park near Pine Grove.

Schuylkill County Police Log for 07/02/2020

Schuylkill County Police Log for 07/02/2020

Skook News Obituaries for 07/01/20

Skook News Obituaries for 07/01/20

Mahanoy City Elks Donates to the Opportunity House in Pottsville

The Mahanoy City Elks Lodge No. 695 recently presented a $2,500 check to the Opportunity House in Pottsville. The funds are secured as a Freedom Grant through the Elks National Foundation (one of 325 awarded to lodges nationwide).

2020 Kielbasi Festival in Shenandoah Cancelled

On Wednesday, organizers of the Kielbasi Festival in Shenandoah announced that this year's event was cancelled.

Mahanoy City Elks Donates to the Schuylkill United Way COVID-19 Response Fund

The Mahanoy City Elks Lodge No. 695 recently presented a $2,000 check to the Schuylkill United Way Covid-19 Response Fund to provide resources to health and human service organizations across the county to offer essential aid to those impacted by the pandemic. 

PA Secretary of Health Signs Order Requiring Masks to Be Worn Whenever Someone Leaves Home

Governor Wolf and Dr. Levine announced starting immediately, everyone will need to wear masks when outside their home.

Woman Facing Charges for Threatening Group of People with Gun in Rush Township for Setting Off Fireworks

The Rush Township Police have a charged a woman after she pointed a gun at a group of people over the weekend for setting off fireworks.

Halcovage Steps Down as Chairman of Board of the Schuylkill County Commissioners; New Calls for Resignation

During the Wednesday work session of the Schuylkill County Commissioners, Commissioner George Halcovage announced he would step down as chairman of the Schuylkill County Board of Commissioners.

Skook News Obituaries for 06/30/2020

Skook News Obituaries for 06/30/2020

Yuengling Virtually Donates Over $50,000 to TAPS for COVID-19 relief, Ahead of July 4

On Tuesday, during a virtual check presentation, Debbie Yuengling, 6th generation family member, delivered remarks and presented more than $50,000 to TAPS to increase financial assistance, crisis support, and grief and stress management for military survivors.

Schuylkill County Police Log for 06/30/2020

Schuylkill County Police Log for 06/30/2020

One Injured in Rollover Crash on Interstate 81 in Delano Township

A woman was  injured in a rollover crash on Interstate 81 in Ryan Township on Monday.

Shenandoah Ice Cream Parlor Raises $2,500 for Jaden Leiby

On Tuesday, the Chill Out Ice Cream Parlor and Snack Shop, Shenandoah, donated the money it raised during a campaign to Jaden Leiby.

Two Shenandoah Police Officers Injured After Man Charges at Them

A man is custody and two Shenandoah Police officers suffered minor injuries after an incident Tuesday morning.

Investigation Finds that Schuylkill County Commissioner Violated 3 County Policies

The Schuylkill County Solicitors office has released the findings of an investigation into "serious" allegations against Schuylkill County Commissioner George Halcovage.