Thursday, November 19, 2020

Skook News Obituaries: November 19th, 2020


Skook News Obituaries: November 19th, 2020

State Police Investigate Smashed Car Window in Rush Township

The Pennsylvania State Police at Frackville are investigating a smashed car window in Rush Township.

One Flown After Crash on the Burma Road Earlier This Week

One person was flown after a crash on the Burma Road on Tuesday.

President Trump Announces Intent to Nominate and Appoint Schuylkill County Commissioner to President’s Export Council

As part of announcement earlier this week, a Schuylkill County Commissioner is on the list serve on President Trump's Export Council.

Minersville Area and North Schuylkill Announce Switching to 100% Virtual Learning for All Students Temporarily

On Wednesday, the Minersville Area and North Schuylkill School Districts announced they would be switching 100% of their students to virtual learning temporarily.

Wednesday, November 18, 2020

Skook News Obituaries: November 18th, 2020

     

Skook News Obituaries: November 18th, 2020

Pottsville Police Attempt to Identify Man as Part of Investigation

The Pottsville Police are attempting to identify a man as part of an investigation.

President Trump Announces Intent to Nominate and Appoint President and CEO of the Schuylkill Chamber of Commerce to President’s Export Council

On Tuesday, November 17, President Donald J. Trump announced his intent to nominate and appoint Robert S. Carl, Jr., president and CEO of the Schuylkill Chamber of Commerce, to his Administration as a Member of the President’s Export Council.

Shenandoah's Skydiving Santa Cancelled for 2020; Mrs. T's and DSI Announce Safer Alternative

Mrs. T's and Downtown Shenandoah Inc. announced on Tuesday that the annual Skydiving Santa event will be canceled for 2020 but also announced a safer alternative.

National Guard Assisting Ridgeview Healthcare near Shenandoah

This week, the National Guard began assisting the Ridgeview Healthcare Facility near Shenandoah.

Tuesday, November 17, 2020

Pine Grove Falls in PIAA Semi-Final; Marian Catholic Moves on to Play for Class A State Title

One team moves on and another team's season ends in the Semi-Final of the PIAA High School Volleyball Tournament.

Skook News Obituaries: November 17th, 2020

    

Skook News Obituaries: November 17th, 2020

6 Vehicles Involved in Crash After Tractor Trailer Fails to Stop at Red Light Along Route 61

Six vehicles were damaged in a crash Friday morning on Route 61 in West Brunswick Township this past Friday.

Schuylkill County Company Named Northeast Pennsylvania's Fastest Growing Manufacturer

Last week, Clearly Clean Products, LLC, a recyclable food tray manufacturer, based in Orwigsburg and Frackville, was named the fastest-growing manufacturer in Northeast Pennsylvania, by the Northeast Pennsylvania Manufacturers and Employers Association.

Safety Grants Awards to Schuylkill County School Districts for 2020-21

On Monday, the Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) announced the recipients of more than $9 million in competitive 2020-2021 Safe Schools Targeted Grants. 

Law Enforcement Responds to Gilberton Following a Pursuit Late Monday

The end result of a police pursuit prompted a response by law enforcement to Gilberton late Monday.

Monday, November 16, 2020

Skook News Obituaries: November 16th, 2020

   

Skook News Obituaries: November 16th, 2020

Schuylkill Haven Turkey Hill Closed Temporarily After Employee Test Positive for COVID-19

The Turkey Hill, located at 366 West Columbia Street, Schuylkill Haven, will be closed for a few days after an employee tests positive for COVID-19.

Pottsville Police Looking to Identify Retail Theft Suspect

The Pottsville Police are looking for a suspect involved in a retail theft that occurred in the city on Monday.

TRAFFIC ALERT: Route 901 Closed near Lavelle

Route 901 near Lavelle is closed Monday afternoon due to a crash.

Cell Phone Reported Stolen from Vehicle in Shenandoah

The Pennsylvania State Police at Frackville are investigating a report of a stolen cell phone from a vehicle in Shenandoah.

District XI Approves Rescheduling of High School Football Championships

On Monday morning, the PIAA District XI approved extending the deadline to allow the rescheduling of the High School Football Championships.

Schuylkill County District Attorney Warns Residents of Scams

Schuylkill County District Attorney Michael A. O’Pake would like to remind and caution all residents regarding potential acts of Theft and Fraud being perpetrated by individuals against citizens of Schuylkill County. 

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast: November 16th, 2020

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast: November 16th, 2020

Skook News Obituaries: November 15th, 2020

  

Skook News Obituaries: November 15th, 2020

Sunday, November 15, 2020

Shenandoah Police Attempting to Locate Man Involved in Theft of Package

Police are attempting to identify a man involved in a theft.

Lehigh Valley Health Network Reimplements "No Visitation, No Access" Policy at All Facilities

With the health and safety of patients, staff and the community in mind, as positive cases and hospitalizations increase due to coronavirus (COVID-19), Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN) is re-implementing its “No Visitation, No Access Policy” for all hospitals and outpatient facilities.

Pine Grove Area and Marian Catholic Girls Advance in PIAA Volleyball Tournament

The Girls Volleyball teams from Pine Grove Area and Marian Catholic advanced Saturday during the PIAA tournament.

Power Outage Reported in Union Township Sunday Afternoon

A power outage Sunday afternoon has left residents in Union Township without power.

Side-by-Side Reported Stolen on Reading Anthracite Property

The Pennsylvania State Police at Frackville are investigating a report of a stolen side-by-side.

East Union Township Announces Burn Ban

Earlier this week, the East Union Township Supervisors issued a burn ban for the township.

WEATHER ALERT: Wind Advisory Issued for Sunday Afternoon through This Evening

The National Weather Service has issued a Wind Advisory for Schuylkill County that will last through Sunday.

Saturday, November 14, 2020

The Shenandoah Valley High School Class of 2022 will hold a Holiday Vendor Show

The Shenandoah Valley High School Class of 2022 will hold a Holiday Vendor Show on December 6th



 

Ashland Area Rotary Club to Hold Annual Santa Parade

 


Skook News Obituaries: November 14th, 2020

 

Skook News Obituaries: November 14th, 2020

House Windows Shot with BB Gun in Ryan Township

The Pennsylvania State Police at Frackville are investigating an incident where windows were shot with a BB gun last weekend.

Police Investigating Hit and Run Involving Parked Vehicle in Ringtown

The Pennsylvania State Police at Frackville are investigating a hit and run that occurred last weekend.

Skook News Obituaries: November 13th, 2020


Skook News Obituaries: November 13th, 2020

Friday, November 13, 2020

WATCH LIVE: High School Football: Columbia at Pine Grove Area


 

Friday night high school football from Pine Grove when Columbia visits Pine Grove Area.

Blue Mountain High School Moves to "All Online" Instruction After 100 Placed in Quarantine Due to COVID-19

The Blue Mountain School District announced on Friday that it will move to all online instruction from now through the Thanksgiving break.

Ringtown Man Wanted by Hazleton Police; Considered Armed and Dangerous

The Hazleton Police Department is looking for a Ringtown man that escaped custody earlier this week.

PennDOT Announces Road Work Scheduled for Next Week in Schuylkill County

PennDOT has announced road work that is scheduled to take place in Schuylkill County the week of November 16th, 2020.

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Fire Crews Responding to Working Structure Fire in Port Carbon Early Friday

Fire crews are responding to a house fire in Port Carbon.

Thursday, November 12, 2020

Skook News Obituaries: November 12th, 2020

      

Skook News Obituaries: November 12th, 2020

Aldi's to Relocate and Reopen New Location Next Week


After operating for 25 years near Cressona, Aldi's will officially relocate and open it's new location next week.

Over 600 Without Power in Frackville Thursday Afternoon

According to PPL, approximately 651 homes are without power in Frackville on Thursday.

Over 5,000 New Positive Coronavirus Statewide, Record Number of Tests Administered Statewide

On Thursday, the Pennsylvania Department of Health announced over 5,000 New Positive Cases in Pennsylvania.  A new record high for the state but also announced a record number of tests were administered this past wee.

Three Killed in Interstate 81 Crash in Lebanon County on Wednesday

Three people were killed in a crash on Interstate 81 in Lebanon County on Wednesday.

"Project Cheer" to Help Bring Joy this Holiday Season

For the third year in a row, a group of volunteers are working on helping bring some Christmas cheer to some lucky families for the holidays.