Sunday, August 16, 2020

Man Wanted by Ashland Police for Indecent Assault of a Minor Taken into Custody in Berks County

A man that was wanted for an indecent assault of a minor and other charges in Ashland was taken into custody in Berks County last week.

Intoxicated Man Pulls Gun During Argument in Ashland

 Ashland Police have filed charges against a man that pulled a gun on another man during an argument while intoxicated in Ashland.

Saturday, August 15, 2020

Skook News Obituaries: August 15th, 2020


Skook News Obituaries:  August 15th, 2020

CACL Opens New Drive-Thru Location Along the St. Clair/Port Carbon Highway

 On Friday, a special ribbon cutting ceremony was held with Schuylkill County dignitaries for CACL's grand opening of their new location along the St. Clair/Port Carbon Highway.

Four Projects in Schuylkill County Receive Funding through PHARE

On Friday, Governor Tom Wolf announced the recipients of a new round of funding for housing programs made available through the Pennsylvania Housing Affordability and Rehabilitation Enhancement (PHARE) fund.

Skook News Obituaries: August 14th, 2020


Skook News Obituaries:  August 14th, 2020

Friday, August 14, 2020

One Person in Custody After Pursuit Ends near Ringtown

 

A pursuit ended near Ringtown late Friday.

Schuylkill County Organizations Receive Community Grants Totaling $252,000 to Fight Blight

On Friday, the Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency announced that four Schuylkill County community grants totaling $252,000 were awarded to fight blight and create more housing options. 

USDA Invests $99,990 into the Schuylkill County Airport Authority through a Rural Business Development Grant

On Friday, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development State Director Curt Coccodrilli announced that USDA is investing $358,639 to provide technical assistance and training for small rural businesses in rural Pennsylvania, including $99,990 to the Schuylkill County Airport Authority. 

Frackville Fireworks Committee Releases Details on Upcoming Fireworks Display

On Friday, the Frackville Fireworks Committee released details on their upcoming fireworks display that will be held on September 5th, 2020.

State Police Release Photos of Cressona Mall Burglary Suspects, Over $36,000 in Merchandise Stolen

 


Earlier this week, information was released on a burglary that occurred at the Cressona Mall. On Friday, State Police released more information and photos of the suspects.

Groundbreaking Ceremony Held for New STS Operations and Maintenance Facility

On Tuesday, August 11, 2020, a groundbreaking ceremony was held for a new state-of-the-art public transportation operations and maintenance facility that will be located at 300 Wade Road in St. Clair, PA.

American Hose Company, #1, Ashland, Chicken BBQ Dinners

 The American Hose Company #1, Ashland, is currently selling tickets for their annual Chicken BBQ which will be held on September 12th, 2020.

Fire Destroys Dump Truck in West Mahanoy Township

A fire destroyed a dump truck in West Mahanoy Township Thursday evening. 

Two Seriously Injured in Two-Motorcycle Crash on Route 901 in Cass Township

 Two people were seriously injured after a two-motorcycle crash on Route 901 in Cass Township on Wednesday.

Thursday, August 13, 2020

Skook News Obituaries: August 13th, 2020


Skook News Obituaries:  August 13th, 2020

Pottsville Man Charged for Shooting BB Gun Outside Bar in Cressona

 A Pottsville man is facing charges after shooting a BB gun at a group of people outside a bar in Cressona last month.

Skook News is Developing a Mobile App!

Announcement #2: Skook News Mobile is coming to IPhone and Android.

Sheppton-Oneida Fire Company Awarded Assistance to Firefighters Grant

On Tuesday, U.S. Senator Pat Toomey announced that the Sheppton-Oneida Volunteer Fire Company has been awarded a $46,230 Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) by the Department of Homeland Security.

Blaschak Coal Corp Promotes Andrew Meyers to Vice President of Sales, Marketing and Business Development

Blaschak Coal Corp, one of the nation’s leading producers and suppliers of anthracite coal, announced on Tuesday that Andrew Meyers has been promoted from his position as Manager of Industrial Sales and Business Development to Vice President of Sales, Marketing and Business Development.

Shenandoah Police Take Man into Custody for Armed Robbery

The Shenandoah Police have taken a man into custody who was wanted for an armed robbery.

Skook News Obituaries: August 12th, 2020


Skook News Obituaries:  August 12th, 2020

Wednesday, August 12, 2020

Fire Crews Responding to Working House Fire in Tamaqua

Fire crews are responding to a working structure fire in Tamaqua.

Skook News to Produce First Video Series: Skook News Weekly

With today being our anniversary, we have three special announcements to make today! Here is our first of the three.

Skook News Obituaries: August 11th, 2020


Skook News Obituaries:  August 11th, 2020

Tuesday, August 11, 2020

Man Facing Assault Charges After Threatening People near Delano

An Easton man is facing assault charges after an incident over the weekend near Delano.

Four Wheeler Eludes State Police During Pursuit near Mahanoy City

 The Pennsylvania State Police are investigating after someone on a four wheeler fled police earlier Tuesday near Mahanoy City.

One Injured in Motorcycle Accident on Route 901

 The operator of a motorcycle was injured Tuesday morning in a crash on Route 901 in Barry Township.

Monday, August 10, 2020

2020 Yuengling Light Lager Jogger 5k Goes Virtual

 After postponing the 2020 Yuengling Light Lager Jogger 5K once, organizers have now been forced to move the event virtual due to the Coronavirus pandemic.

Skook News Obituaries: August 10th, 2020


Skook News Obituaries:  August 10th, 2020

Saint Clair Halloween Parade Cancelled for 2020

On Monday afternoon, organizers of the 2020 Saint Clair Halloween Parade Committee announced the cancellation of the 2020 parade.

PA Department of Education Provides Recommendations on Type of Instructional Models School Districts Should Implement

The Pennsylvania Department of Education provided recommendations Monday on how to start their school year.

Pottsville Man with Warrant Facing Drug Charges After Methamphetamine and Marijuana Found During Traffic Stop

A Pottsville man is facing drug charges after a traffic stop led to the finding of marijuana and methamphetamine.

Warrant Issued for Pottsville Man After Two Assaults; Victims Hospitalized

Police have issued an arrest warrant for a Pottsville man after two assaults that left both victims in the hospital.

Cressona Mall Burglarized Last Week; State Police Investigate

The Pennsylvania State Police at Schuylkill Haven are investigating a burglary that occurred at the Cressona Mall last week.

Shenandoah Man Charged for Incident Involving Pedestrian Struck on Route 61 in Fountain Springs

A Shenandoah man has been charged for an incident where a pedestrian was struck along Route 61 in Fountain Springs over the weekend.

Skook News Obituaries: August 9th, 2020


Skook News Obituaries:  August 9th, 2020

Sunday, August 9, 2020

Route 309 Bridge Project to Begin This Week in Rush Township

PennDOT has announced a bridge project will begin this week and last several months on Route 309 in Rush Township.

One Flown After Off-Road Accident near Ashland

 One person was flown after an off-road accident near Ashland Sunday afternoon.

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast: August 9th, 2020


Schuylkill County Weather Forecast: August 9th, 2020

One Injured in Crash near Shenandoah Saturday Morning

One person was taken to the hospital after being injured in a two-vehicle crash near Shenandoah on Saturday morning.

Skook News Obituaries: August 8th, 2020


Skook News Obituaries:  August 8th, 2020

Saturday, August 8, 2020

One Flown After Pedestrian Struck in Hit and Run on Route 61 near Fountain Springs

A pedestrian was flown after being struck by a vehicle in a hit and run near Fountain Springs late Saturday.

Skook News Obituaries: August 7th, 2020


Skook News Obituaries:  August 7th, 2020

Friday, August 7, 2020

PHOTOS: Rescue Hook and Ladder Fire Truck Parade in Shenandoah

 Below are photos from the 2020 Rescue Hook and Ladder Fire Truck Parade in Shenandoah on August 7th, 2020.

WEATHER ALERT: Flash Flood Watch Issued for Schuylkill County

 The National Weather Service has issued a Flash Flood Watch for Schuylkill County through late Friday.

Pottsville Woman in Custody After Stealing Vehicle in the City Earlier This Week

A Pottsville woman is locked up in Schuylkill County Prison after admitting to stealing a vehicle in the city.

Schuylkill County Police: August 7th, 2020

Schuylkill County Police:  August 7th, 2020

Knoebels Announces New Christmas Light Experience

On Friday, Knoebels Amusement Resort announced a brand new Christmas holiday experience.

Skook News Obituaries: August 6th, 2020


Skook News Obituaries:  August 6th, 2020

Thursday, August 6, 2020

Man Wanted for Homicide in North Carolina Leads Police in High Speed Pursuit near Mahanoy City and Interstate 81

A man wanted for homicide in North Carolina led police in Northern Schuylkill County in a pursuit Thursday afternoon.

Police Pursuit Ends on Interstate 81 in Schuylkill County; One in Custody

One person is in custody after a pursuit in Northern Schuylkill County Thursday afternoon.