Skook News Obituaries: September 1st, 2020
Wednesday, September 2, 2020
Tuesday, September 1, 2020
Minersville Man Charged for Sexual Assault of Two Children
A Minersville man was locked up on Tuesday for the sexual assault of two children.
Winning Pennsylvania Lottery Numbers: Tuesday, September 1st, 2020
Winning Pennsylvania Lottery Numbers for September 1st, 2020.
New Sanitizing Technology Introduced at Lehigh Valley Hospital-Schuylkill
Monday, August 31, 2020
Ashland Woman Flown After Crash in Northumberland County
An Ashland was flown after a crash in Northumberland County over the weekend.
Six Students to Receive PCT/YES Scholarships FOR 2020-2021
Police Investigating Stolen ATV in Norwegian Township
The Pennsylvania State Police are investigating a stolen ATV from Norwegian Township earlier this month.
Schuylkill County First Responders Recognized for Service and Honor Those Who Lost Their Lives
On Sunday, after not being able to hold the 2020 Volunteer Firefighters' Association Convention, Schuylkill County still figured out a way to recognize first responders and remember those who lost their lives in the line of duty.
Disabled Veteran Draws Gun to Defend Himself near Tower City
A disabled veteran who was carrying a firearm drew his weapon to defend himself after a man pulled a gun on him near Tower City.
Warrant Issued for Man Who Strangled Woman in Arnots Addition
The Pennsylvania State Police at Frackville have issued a warrant for a Saint Clair man after he allegedly strangled a woman in Arnots Addition.
Girardville Man Charged for Shenandoah Homicide
CAUGHT ON VIDEO: Mahanoy City Police Investigating Armed Robbery and Home Invasion
Williams Valley School District Cancels Classes Until Further Notice
Late Sunday, the Williams Valley School District announced that it has cancelled classes until further notice.
Victim Identified in Fatal Crash on Route 924 near Sheppton on Sunday
The victim of a fatal crash near Sheppton on Sunday has been identified officials.
Sunday, August 30, 2020
Coroner Called to Crash on Route 924 near Sheppton
A coroner has been called to a motor vehicle accident on Route 924 in East Union Township near Sheppton.
Victim Identified in Fatal Off-Road Crash Overnight in Mahanoy Township
The Mahanoy Township Police have identified the victim in a fatal off-road crash overnight.
Local and State Officials at Scene of Homicide in Shenandoah
Coroner Called to ATV Accident Late Saturday in Mahanoy Township
A Schuylkill County Deputy Coroner was called to the scene of an ATV crash late Saturday.
Saturday, August 29, 2020
Ringtown Man Killed Motorcycle Crash on the Gold Star Highway
A Ringtown man was killed in a motorcycle crash on the Gold Star Highway late Saturday afternoon.
State Police Investigating Stolen Money and Firearm from Unlocked Vehicles in Shenandoah Heights
The Pennsylvania State Police at Frackville are investigating a theft where money and a firearm were stolen from two vehicles in Shenandoah Heights this week.
Friday, August 28, 2020
Minersville Police Release Warrant List - August 2020
Lehigh Valley Hospital-Pottsville Provides Life Saving Equipment to Port Carbon First Responders
Verizon Still Working on Phone Issues in Parts of St. Clair
Verizon is still working on phone issues as a result of a fire in St. Clair this week.
WEATHER ALERT: Severe Thunderstorm Watch Issued through Friday Evening
Over 300 Homes Still Without Power in Schuylkill County Friday Morning After Thursday Evening Storms
PPL crews worked through the night and into Friday as cleanup began after storms moved through Schuylkill County late Thursday.
As of noon, PPL was still reporting 325 homes without power in Schuylkill County. A third of those outages were reported in the Lavelle area of Butler Township and Gordon where almost 100 homes.
Storms blew through Schuylkill County around 7:45pm Thursday evening bringing with it, heavy rain and high winds.
As trees fell, the power began to go out within many communities including the Lavelle and Fountain Springs areas of Butler Township.
As of 8:15pm, over 2,800 homes were without power across Schuylkill County.
Street crews were out earlier Friday clearing the roadways of any debris.
North Schuylkill School District grounds crews were also out clearing downed trees.
For those without power in Butler Township, power is expected to be restored by 6:00pm.
PPL is also reporting smaller outages in East Brunswick Township, East Union Township, Mahanoy Township, North Manheim Township, Porter Township, Ryan Township, and Washington Township.
Photo Courtesy of the Fountain Springs Fire Company
Thursday, August 27, 2020
Schuylkill County Communities Without Power After Storms Blow Through
Multiple Schuylkill County communities are without power after storms passed over.
Mahanoy City Police Arrest Man for Child Sexual Assault
Earlier this week, the Mahanoy City Police Department arrested a man for child sexual assault.
Schuylkill County Police Reports: August 27th, 2020
A collection of police reports received from Schuylkill County law enforcement.
Bloomsburg University Shifts All Instruction to Remote Learning
Gilberton Mayor Mary Lou Hannon Passes Away
Gilberton Mayor Mayor Lou Hannon passed away overnightWednesday into Thursday.
Justice Department Seeks Data from States, Including Pennsylvania, that Required Admission of COVID-19 Patients to Nursing Homes
On Wednesday, the United State Justice Department requested COVID-19 data from the governors of states that issued orders which may have resulted in the deaths of thousands of elderly nursing home residents. New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Michigan required nursing homes to admit COVID-19 patients to their vulnerable populations, often without adequate testing.
Wednesday, August 26, 2020
Fire Destroys Garage and Damages Nearby Homes in Saint Clair
A fire destroyed a garage and damaged nearby homes on Wednesday afternoon in Saint Clair.
Fire Crews Responding to Working Structure Fire in Rush Township
Fire crews are responding to a fire in Rush Township.
Shenandoah Community Members Continue Annual High School Football Tradition
On Tuesday, four members of the Shenandoah Community continued an annual tradition to show support for the Shenandoah Valley football team.
Schuylkill County First Responder Parade and Service Announced for This Sunday
On Tuesday evening, Schuylkill County officials met in front of the Humane Fire Company in Pottsville to announce a special parade and service for local first responders this weekend.
Tuesday, August 25, 2020
Over $20,000 in Drugs Seized, 5 Arrested During Drug Sweep in Minersville
Schuylkill League Varsity Football Teams Announce Adjusted Schedules
On Tuesday, the football teams of the Schuylkill League announced their updated schedules after the league and Colonial League agreed to push off their partnership until next season.
WEATHER ALERT: Severe Thunderstorm Watch Issued for Tuesday and Tuesday Evening
The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch for Tuesday through Tuesday evening.
Minersville Man Charged for Dumping Garbage in Norwegian Township
Charges after been filed against a man for dumping garbage in Norwegian Township.
CORONAVIRUS UPDATE: Tuesday, August 25th, 2020
Savage 61 Night this Friday August 28th at Big Diamond Speedway
Borough and Fire Officials Respond to Structural Collapse Overnight in Mahanoy City
Monday, August 24, 2020
Pennsylvania Approved to Receive FEMA Grant to Provide Additional $300 a Week to the Unemployed
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