Wednesday, June 23, 2021

Firefighters Respond to Attic Fire in Frackville

Firefighters made quick work of an attic fire in Frackville early Wednesday.

Tuesday, June 22, 2021

Man with Active Warrant Found with Methamphetamine in Mahanoy City

 

A man was taken into custody in Mahanoy City after an incident on Saturday.

2nd Annual Pottsville Pridefest Set for July 17th

The 2nd Annual Pottsville Pridefest is set to take place on July 17th, 2021 from noon until dusk at the Gen. George Joulwan East Side Park and Lion's Club Amphitheater.

Pennsylvania Senate Advances Argall Bill to Increase Vaccine Transparency


The Senate passed a bill by a unanimous, bipartisan vote of 50-0 to increase the transparency of Pennsylvania’s vaccine rollout by requiring the Department of Health to make public the amount of vaccine doses that have been wasted, according to Senator David G. Argall (R-Berks/Schuylkill).

Home Damaged by Fire in Tamaqua on Tuesday Morning

A home was damaged by fire Tuesday morning in Tamaqua.

Schuylkill County Little League All-Star Results - 06/21/2021

 

Schuylkill County Little League All-Star Scores - 06/21/2021

Monday, June 21, 2021

Schuylkill County Students Earn Dean's List Honors at Susquehanna University for the Spring 2021 Semester

On Monday, Susquehanna University announced its dean's list for the Spring 2021 semester. The dean's list recognizes students who achieve a grade point average of 3.4 or higher out of a possible 4.0 for the semester.

Woman Wanted by Pine Grove Police on Felony Arrest Warrant


On Monday, Pine Grove Police announced they have obtained a felony arrest warrant for Natasha Zimmerman, 38,  in reference to an incident that occurred on the night of June 18, 2021. 

Skook News Obituaries: June 21st, 2021

                                                                                                                                                      

Skook News Obituaries:  June 21st, 2021

WEATHER ALERT: Severe Thunderstorm Watch Issued for Schuylkill County

 The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch for Monday evening.

Alvernia University to Purchase Former Giant Grocery Store Property in Pottsville

Alvernia University, based in Reading, has confirmed that the school will be purchasing the former Giant Grocery Store property in Pottsville.

Ashland Man Facing Charges After Dangerous Incident Involving Generator Inside Home

An Ashland man is facing charges after a dangerous incident in the borough early Monday.

Schuylkill County Little League Scores from This Weekend


Schuylkill County Little League Scores

Route 54 Closed in Mount Carmel Township for Overturned Tri Axle

Route 54 is currently closed for an overturned tri axle dump truck in Mount Carmel Township.

Sunday, June 20, 2021

Skook News Obituaries: June 20th, 2021

                                                                                                                                                     

Skook News Obituaries:  June 20th, 2021

Author to Discuss Book and Sheppton Mining Disaster in Shenandoah

Author Maxim Furek will discuss his book Sheppton: The Myth, Miracle & Music at 2:00 pm on Thursday, June 24, 2021, at the Shenandoah Area Free Library, 15 West Washington Street, Shenandoah, PA.

Police Investigating Hit and Run in Hegins

Police near Hegins are investigating a hit and run that occurred Sunday.

Man on Side-by-Side Attempts to Flee Mahanoy City Police

A man was taken into custody late Saturday after he attempted to flee from Mahanoy City Police on a side-by-side.

Pottsville Relay for Life to Return This Summer


Pottsville Relay co-chairs Peggy Davis and Mary Jane MacLaughlin announced earlier this month that the 2021 Pottsville Relay for Life will be held Friday, July 30 from 4-10 p.m. at Pottsville’s Veterans Memorial Stadium.

Big Diamond Speedway Results - 06/18/2021


Results from Friday night at Big Diamond Speedway.

Saturday, June 19, 2021

PennDOT Announces Road Work Scheduled for This Week in Schuylkill County


PennDOT District 5 has announced Road Work in Schuylkill County.

Tri-Valley Wins Class A Softball State Title


 

On Friday, the Tri-Valley Bulldogs took home the Class A Softball Title after defeating West Greene 2-1.

Schuylkill Haven Wins PIAA Class 2A State Title

On Friday, the Schuylkill Haven Hurricanes defeated Shenango 8-7 to take home the PIAA State Class 2A Title.

Skook News Obituaries: June 18th, 2021

                                                                                                                                                    

Skook News Obituaries:  June 18th, 2021

Thursday, June 17, 2021

Highridge Business Park Site Acquired by Company to Develop Travel Plaza



On Tuesday, Onvo, a hospitality company based in Scranton acquired a 37-acre property in Cass Township, located in the Highridge Business Park, with the intent to develop the site into a travel plaza.

Skook News Obituaries: June 17th, 2021

                                                                                                                                                   

Skook News Obituaries:  June 17th, 2021

Reward Being Offered for Schuylkill County Homicide Cold Case


A reward is being offered for information in a Schuylkill County Homicide investigation from 1983.

Schuylkill County Students Earn Dean's List for Lock Haven University's Spring 2021 Semester


The Dean's List honor at Lock Haven University recognizes achievement of a scholastic average of 3.50 or higher in at least 12 semester hours of academic work, subject to letter grade evaluation, during the Spring 2021 semester.

Schuylkill County Students Earn Dean's List for Wilkes University's Spring 2021 Semester


Wilkes University interim Provost Terese Wignot has announced the Dean's List for the spring 2021 semester. 

Motorcycle Rider Transported After Crash on Two-Miler near Frackville

One person was injured after a crash near Frackville on Thursday morning.

Firefighters Renew EVOC Training

This past weekend, firefighters wrapped up emergency vehicle training.

Skook News Obituaries: June 16th, 2021

                                                                                                                                                  

Skook News Obituaries:  June 16th, 2021

Wednesday, June 16, 2021

Former Ashland Hospital Property Up for Auction


The former Ashland Hospital in Butler Township near Fountain Springs is currently up for auction.

Tuesday, June 15, 2021

Skook News Obituaries: June 15th, 2021

                                                                                                                                                 

Skook News Obituaries:  June 15th, 2021

Attorney General Charges Assistant Marching Band Director of Central Dauphin High School with Distributing Child Pornography


Attorney General Josh Shapiro announced on Monday that an assistant marching band director at Central Dauphin High School has been charged with distributing and possessing child pornography after investigators found at least 50 files containing images of child pornography in his home. He has since been fired from his position.

30th Annual Tamaqua Summerfest Set For Father’s Day Sunday


The 30th annual Tamaqua Summerfest will be held this Father’s Day Sunday June 20th from 10 to 5 in downtown Tamaqua following its cancellation last year due to the pandemic . 

State Police Release Details on Weekend Sobriety Checkpoint/Roving in Mahanoy Township

Over the weekend, the Pennsylvania State Police conducted a Sobriety Checkpoint/Roving along Route 54 in Mahanoy Township.

Marian Catholic Announces New Head Varsity Volleyball Coach


On Monday, Marian Catholic High School announced their new Fillies Varsity Volleyball Head Coach, Maria Serina.

Monday, June 14, 2021

Skook News Obituaries: June 14th, 2021

                                                                                                                                                

Skook News Obituaries:  June 14th, 2021

Flag Day Celebrated in Frackville

On Sunday, a ceremony was held at the Frackville Elks to commemorate Flag Day on Monday.

Shenandoah Chamber of Commerce Donates to Downtown Shenandoah Inc.


The Shenandoah Chamber of Commerce recently donated to Downtown Shenandoah Inc.

Semi-Final PIAA Baseball and Softball State Playoff Scores - 06/14/2021

    

Semi-Final PIAA Baseball and Softball State Playoff Scores - 06/14/2021

WEATHER ALERT: Severe Thunderstorm Watch Issued for Monday

 The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch for Monday evening.

Man Flown After Being Found with Self Inflicted Gunshot Wound near Saint Clair

A man was flown to an area hospital on Sunday after being found with a self inflicted gunshot wound.

Sunday, June 13, 2021

Jerry Wolman Chapter of the Pennsylvania Sports Hall of Fame Selects Officers


The v recently held their monthly meeting where officers were selected for the upcoming year. 

Skook News Obituaries: June 13th, 2021

                                                                                                                                               

Skook News Obituaries:  June 13th, 2021

PennDOT Announces Road Work Scheduled for This Week in Schuylkill County


PennDOT District 5 has announced Road Work in Schuylkill County .

Saturday, June 12, 2021

Skook News Obituaries: June 12th, 2021

                                                                                                                                              

Skook News Obituaries:  June 12th, 2021

Pottsville Police Department Hosts Bike Rodeo

On Saturday, the Pottsville Police Department hosted a Bike Rodeo at JFK Pool Complex.  The event included a bike safety course and games.

Girardville AOH Dedicates Monument for Civil War Medal of Honor Recipient

On Saturday, the Girardville Ancient Order of Hibernians John Kehoe Division 1 dedicated a Monument for Civil War Medal of Honor Recipient Patrick Monaghan.

Skook News Obituaries: June 11th, 2021

                                                                                                                                             

Skook News Obituaries:  June 11th, 2021