Wednesday, December 16, 2020

Schuylkill County Municipalities Declare Snow Emergencies - 12/16/2020

Several Schuylkill County Municipalities have announced snow emergencies and parking bans ahead of the Wednesday and Thursday's Winter Storm.

WEATHER ALERT: Up to 2 Feet of Snow Possible in Schuylkill County; Winter Storm Warning Remains in Effect

The Winter Storm Warning remains in effect for Schuylkill County that was issued by the National Weather Service.

Tuesday, December 15, 2020

Skook News Obituaries: December 15th, 2020

 

Skook News Obituaries: December 15th, 2020

Truck Driver Injured in Rollover on Interstate 81 On-Ramp near McAdoo

A truck driver was injured after rolling his rig on Saturday near McAdoo.

Almost $100,000 in Antique Coins and Cash Stolen from Home in Schuylkill Township

The Pennsylvania State Police at Frackville are investigating a burglary that occurred in Schuylkill Township over the past month.

Hunter Injured After Being Struck by UTV in Mahanoy Township

The Pennsylvania State Police at Frackville are investigating an incident where a hunter was injured over the weekend.

Schuylkill County School Districts Announce Early Dismissals and Virtual Learning for Wednesday, December 16th, 2020

With a snowstorm in the forecast that is expected to dump close to 2 feet of snow on Schuylkill County starting late Wednesday, school districts have begun announcing early dismissals for Wednesday, December 16th, 2020.

Continue to follow this post for additional early dismissals.

Gilberton Bridge Expected Reopen Lanes in Both Directions Before Snowstorm

Crews were busy cleaning up Tuesday to reopen the northbound lanes of Route 924 on a bridge near Gilberton.

Schuylkill County Snow Emergencies and Parking Bans - 12/15/2020

Several Schuylkill County Municipalities have announced snow emergencies and parking bans ahead of the Wednesday and Thursday's Winter Storm.

WEATHER ALERT: Winter Storm Warning Issued for Schuylkill County; A Foot and a Half of Snow Expected

The National Weather Service has upgraded it's Winter Storm Watch to a Warning for this week's storm.

Monday, December 14, 2020

Gun Club Burglarized near Schuylkill Haven

State Police are investigating a burglary that occurred last month near Schuylkill Haven.

Skook News Obituaries: December 14th, 2020

Skook News Obituaries: December 14th, 2020

Mahanoy City Elks/Mahanoy Area School District Partner to Provide Christmas Gifts

Multiple groups in the Mahanoy City area came together to make sure all children had a gift to open on Christmas.

Ashland Man Charged After Standoff Over the Weekend

An Ashland man is locked up in Schuylkill County Prison after a standoff early Sunday in the borough.

WEATHER ALERT: Winter Storm Watch Issued for Wednesday and Thursday

 The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Watch for Schuylkill County for Wednesday and Thursday where over a foot of snow is expected.

Admission to Knoebels "Joy Through the Grove" Will be Free on Monday Thanks to the Patton Family

Admission to Knoebels "Joy to the Grove" will be free on Monday night thanks to the Patton Family.

Sunday, December 13, 2020

Skook News Obituaries: December 13th, 2020

  

Skook News Obituaries: December 13th, 2020

Frackville Man Locked Up After Assaulting Pregnant Girlfriend

A Frackville man is locked up in Schuylkill County Prison after he allegedly assaulted his pregnant girlfriend on Saturday morning.

Santa, Mrs. Claus, and their Elves Spread Christmas Cheer in Frackville

On Sunday afternoon, Santa and Mrs. Claus made an appearance in Frackville to spread some Christmas Spirit.

Standoff Ends Peacefully in Ashland After Report of Shots Fired

A standoff ended peacefully in Ashland early Sunday.

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast: December 13th, 2020

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast: December 13th, 2020

State Police Investigate Vehicle Struck by Projectile near Pine Grove

The Pennsylvania State Police at Schuylkill Haven are investigating an incident where a vehicle struck by an object near Pine Grove.

Saturday, December 12, 2020

Skook News Obituaries: December 12th, 2020

 

Skook News Obituaries: December 12th, 2020

Girardville Police Investigating Suspicious Door-to-Door Activity

The Girardville Police Department is investigating reports of suspicious activity that occurred this past week in the borough.

Fire Crews at the Scene of a Working House Fire in Orwigsburg

Fire crews are at the scene of a single-home house fire in Orwigsburg, Saturday morning.

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast: December 12th, 2020

   

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast: December 12th, 2020

Friday, December 11, 2020

Schuylkill County Dunkin' Donuts to Close Temporarily Due to COVID-19

The Schuylkill County Dunkin' Donuts locations will close temporarily after an employee tested positive for COVID-19.

Utility Pole Snapped in Half in Crash near Cressona

 

A man was taken to the hospital after a crash near Cressona on Thursday.

Skook News Obituaries: December 11th, 2020


Skook News Obituaries: December 11th, 2020

Closure Dates Announced for the Schuylkill County Recycling Programs

Recently, Schuylkill County officials announced that they would be ending the county's Recycling Program by the end of 2020.

One Injured in Two-Vehicle Crash in Mahanoy Township on Thursday

One person was injured in a two-vehicle crash in Mahanoy Township on Thursday.

Man Uninjured After Crashing into Parked Vehicle in Ashland

A man walked away without injuries after a crash in Ashland Friday morning.

Woman Drives 14 Miles in the Wrong Direction on Interstate 78

A woman is facing multiple charges after driving the wrong way on Interstate 78 late last month.

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast: December 11th, 2020

  

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast: December 11th, 2020

Thursday, December 10, 2020

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 December 14th, 2020.

Skook News Obituaries: December 10th, 2020


Skook News Obituaries: December 10th, 2020

Police Investigating Hit and Run in Hometown

The Pennsylvania State Police at Frackville are investigating a hit and run that occurred in Hometown on Wednesday.

Governor Wolf Announces New Mitigation Efforts Amid Rise in Positive COVID-19

On Thursday afternoon, Pennsylvania Governor Tom Wolf announced new restrictions for the state amid a rapid rise in positive COVID-19 cases.

Schuylkill County Student Named One of Bloomsburg University's Top Graduates

Last week, Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania named its top honors graduates for each college for the Fall 2020 semester, one being from Schuylkill County. 

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast: December 10th, 2020

 

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast: December 10th, 2020

Wednesday, December 9, 2020

Skook News Obituaries: December 9th, 2020


Skook News Obituaries: December 9th, 2020

Girardville Woman Facing Child Endangerment Charges After Leaving Children at Home Alone

A Girardville woman is facing charges after she left multiple children at home alone.

Victim Identified in Fatal Crash on Interstate 81 near Hazleton

A Harrisburg woman has been identified as the victim in a fatal crash on Interstate 81 near Hazleton on Wednesday.

Coroner Called to Interstate 81 Crash near Hazleton in Luzerne County

 A crash has closed Interstate 81 in Luzerne County and a coroner has been called to the scene.

Schuylkill County District Attorney Files Notice to Seek Death Penalty in Shenandoah Homicide Case

A Girardville man, who is awaiting trial for a homicide in Shenandoah earlier this year, could face the death penalty if found guilty.

Governor Wolf Tests Positive for COVID-19

On Wednesday, Governor Tom Wolf announced he has tested positive for COVID-19.

Interstate 81 Closed near Frackville Wednesday Morning

Interstate 81 is closed Wednesday morning in the area of Frackville.

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast: December 9th, 2020

   Schuylkill County Weather Forecast: December 9th, 2020

Tuesday, December 8, 2020

Skook News Obituaries: December 8th, 2020

 

Skook News Obituaries: December 8th, 2020

Missing Teen from Minersville Found Safe

The teen that was reported missing from Minersville was found safe on 12/31/2020.  Thank you to everyone who shared.

Skid Loader Stolen and Recovered in West Mahanoy Township

 A skid loader was stolen and recovered in West Mahanoy Township over the weekend.