Thursday, July 1, 2021

Collegetown to Help Revitalize the City of Pottsville


A year ago, the closing of the Giant Supermarket on Progress Avenue and use of the building was somewhat of a controversy, but a year later, the building has new life and all parties involved are happy.

Man on Megan's Law Registry Found Hanging Out near Ashland Park


Thanks to a parent, a man who is not allowed to be anywhere near a park was found hanging out at one in Ashland.

Wednesday, June 30, 2021

WEATHER ALERT: Severe Thunderstorm Watch Issued for Wednesday Evening

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

Schuylkill County Residents Named to The University of Scranton Spring 2021 Dean's List

Schuylkill County residents were among more than 1,875 students named to The University of Scranton's Dean's List for the 2021 spring semester. 

Schuylkill County Students Who Attend Lebanon Valley College Named to MAC Academic Honor Roll


More than 300 Lebanon Valley College student-athletes have been named to the Middle Atlantic Conference's (MAC) 2020-21 Academic Honor Roll. The academic honor roll is comprised of student-athletes who compete in varsity-level sport and register a GPA of 3.20 (on a 4.00 scale) or higher for the entire 2020-21 academic year.

Schuylkill County Bucknell Students Named to Spring 2021 Dean's List


Bucknell University has released the dean's list for outstanding academic achievement during the spring semester of the 2020-21 academic year. 

Skook News Obituaries: June 30th, 2021

                                                                                                                                                              

Skook News Obituaries:  June 30th, 2021

Schuylkill County Police Reports - 06/30/2021

    

 A collection of police reports received from Schuylkill County law enforcement.

North Schuylkill Approves 2021-2022 Budget with a Tax Increase

The North Schuylkill School Board approved their 2021-2022 Budget last Wednesday during their June Monthly meeting.

Pine Grove Man Struck by Vehicle Over the Weekend

A pedestrian was struck along Route 895 over the weekend in Pine Grove.

WEATHER ALERT: Heat Advisory Issued for Wednesday Afternoon


The National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory for Wednesday afternoon.

Tuesday, June 29, 2021

Wegmans Distribution Center, Pottsville - Now Hiring


 

Skook News Obituaries: June 29th, 2021

                                                                                                                                                             

Skook News Obituaries:  June 29th, 2021

Georgie Stevenson Memorial Races, USAC Wingless, and Fireworks Scheduled for Friday Night at Big Diamond Speedway


This Friday night, July 2nd at Big Diamond Speedway will be huge night or racing as the track presents it’s annual Georgie Stevenson Memorial races. On the racing card will be the Insigner Performance Modifieds, the Rapid Tire USAC Wingless 360 sprint cars along with the Savage 61 Crate 602 Sportsman and the Red White and Blue Autos Roadrunners. There will also be great fireworks show on tap for the fans!

One Injured in Three-Vehicle Crash near Ringtown

One person was taken to the hospital after a three vehicle crash near Ringtown on Friday.

WEATHER ALERT: Heat Advisory Issued for Schuylkill County


The National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory for Schuylkill County for Tuesday.

Monday, June 28, 2021

Vehicles Broken into in Hegins Township Over the Weekend

 

The Pennsylvania State Police are investigating thefts from vehicles in Hegins Township.

Pottsville Area Physical Therapy Announces Name Change to Good Shepherd Rehabilitation


Good Shepherd Rehabilitation Network, a nationally recognized, not-for-profit rehabilitation leader, announced Monday that Pottsville Area Physical Therapy has changed its name and brand to Good Shepherd Rehabilitation, effective immediately.

Skook News Obituaries: June 28th, 2021

                                                                                                                                                            

Skook News Obituaries:  June 28th, 2021

Schuylkill Haven Man Facing Charges After Alleged Road Rage Hatchet Attack in Lehigh County

A man from Schuylkill Haven is facing charges after an alleged road rage hatchet attack in Lehigh County earlier this month.

Police are Attempting to Identify Driver of Van that Caused Crash on Route 443

Police in Carbon County are attempting to identify the driver of a vehicle that caused a crash in Mahoning Township earlier this month.

Man and Child Transported After Rolling Vehicle on Interstate 81 Overnight

Two people from York County suffered minor injuries when they rolled their car on Interstate 81 overnight.

Boil Advisory Lifted for Mahanoy Township Authority Customers

 

The Mahanoy Township Authority has announced that the Boil Advisory put in place last week has been lifted.

Hundreds of Ducks Race Down Mill Creek For Annual Rubber Ducky Race

On Sunday, Avenues held the 33rd Annual Rubber Ducky Race in Saint Clair.

Skook News Obituaries: June 27th, 2021

                                                                                                                                                           

Skook News Obituaries:  June 27th, 2021

Sunday, June 27, 2021

Pine Grove Man Dies in Head-On Crash Sunday Morning

A man from Pine Grove died in a crash in Pine Grove Township Sunday morning.

Saturday, June 26, 2021

Skook News Obituaries: June 26th, 2021

                                                                                                                                                          

Skook News Obituaries:  June 26th, 2021

One Transported After Crash on Morea Road Late Friday


One person was transported to the hospital after a two-vehicle crash on the Morea Road in Mahanoy Township late Friday.

Shenandoah Manor Brings Fishing to Residents

Many of the residents of Shenandoah Manor are unable to go fishing like they used to, but that doesn't mean fishing can't come to them.

Friday, June 25, 2021

Schuylkill County Students Earn Spring 2021 Dean's List - 06/25/2021

Several Universities from Across the United States have announced that Schuylkill County students earned their school's Dean's List for the 2021 Spring Semester.

Skook News Obituaries: June 25th, 2021

                                                                                                                                                         

Skook News Obituaries:  June 25th, 2021

One Flown After Motorcycle Strikes Car in Mahanoy City

A man on a motorcycle was flown after a crash in Mahanoy City on Friday afternoon.

House Resolution to Call for Investigation of Schuylkill County Commissioner Halcovage Unanimously Passes House Judiciary Committee


On Friday, Reps. Jerry Knowles (R-Schuylkill/Berks/Carbon), Joe Kerwin (R-Dauphin/Schuylkill) and Tim Twardzik (R-Schuylkill) announced the unanimous passage of House Resolution 99, by the House Judiciary Committee.

PennDOT Awarded $21,012,220 Million Federal Grant to Reconstruct Route 61 Between Frackville and Saint Clair


Congressman Dan Meuser (PA-09) announced Friday that the Department of Transportation awarded a $21,012,220 grant to reconstruct a distressed 4.5-mile section of Pennsylvania’s Route 61 that runs between St. Clair and Frackville.

GPS Hospitality Awards $3,000 in Burger King Foundation Scholarships to Schuylkill Haven High School Graduates


GPS Hospitality, a rapidly growing franchisee with nearly 400 Burger King restaurants, is pleased to announce it will award the Burger King Foundation scholarships to 270 students in 10 states this graduation season. Out of that total, 3 Schuylkill Haven Area Seniors received the scholarship.

PennDOT Announces Road Work Scheduled for Next Week in Schuylkill County


PennDOT District 5 has announced Road Work for Next Week in Schuylkill County.

Fireworks to Blame for Small Brush Fire near Girardville Late Thursday

Girardville firefighters put out a small brush fire that was ignited by fireworks near the borough late Thursday.

Thursday, June 24, 2021

Schuylkill County Woman Pleads Guilty To Methamphetamine Trafficking


The United States Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of Pennsylvania announced that Samantha Blume, age 30, formerly of Frackville, Pennsylvania, pleaded guilty today before U.S. District Court Judge Malachy E. Mannion to aiding and abetting the distribution of methamphetamine.

Kayden’s Law Passes Pennsylvania State Senate, Moves onto House

On Thursday, the Pennsylvania State Senate passed landmark legislation that will save children’s lives. Senate Bill 78, also known as Kayden’s Law, is legislation that will provide urgently needed reform to Pennsylvania’s child custody statute. 

Schuylkill County Treasurer, Prothonotary, and Sheriff Offices Announce Extended Hours


Sheriff Joseph Groody, Prothonotary Bridget Miller and Treasurer Linda Marchalk, announce extended office hours.

North Schuylkill Addresses Mask and Vaccination Concerns for 2021-2022 School Year


During Wednesday evening's monthly regular meeting of the North Schuylkill School Board, a group of concerned parents had questions on masking and vaccination requirements for the new school year beginning in August.

Mahanoy City Elks Receives Donation of Historic Flags


Eight Historic Flags were recently purchased and donated to the Mahanoy City Lodge No. 695 by Elks, Gerard Kufrovich and Cheryl Sabol, for use in the annual Ceremony held by Elk Lodges on Flag Day to honor and show respect to our Flag. 

Skook News Obituaries: June 24th, 2021

                                                                                                                                                        

Skook News Obituaries:  June 24th, 2021

Frackville Man Sentenced for Methamphetamine Trafficking


On Thursday, the United States Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of Pennsylvania announced that Shaquane Scott, 31, of Frackville, was sentenced by U.S. District Court Judge Malachy E. Mannion to six years’ imprisonment for distribution of crystal methamphetamine.

Wednesday, June 23, 2021

NOW HIRING: Work at Knoebels and You Could Win a Chevy Trailblazer



One lucky Knoebels team member will drive away from the best summer job ever in a 2021 Chevy Trailblazer.

No Injuries Reported in Foster Township Rollover Crash on Interstate 81

No injuries were reported on Tuesday in a vehicle rollover crash on Interstate 81 in Foster Township.

Schuylkill County Little League All-Star Scores - 06/22/2021

 

Schuylkill County Little League All-Star Scores - 06/22/2021

USDA Invests Into Two Schuylkill County Projects

On Wednesday, the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Deputy Under Secretary for Rural Development Justin Maxson announced that USDA is investing $185 million to equip, rebuild, and modernize essential services in rural areas of 32 states which includes 2 projects in Schuylkill County. 

Dunkel Told to Leave Schuylkill County Commissioner's Meeting While Making Public Comments


One week since the Schuylkill County Commissioners announced they would again allow the public to attend their workshops and meetings, an outspoken critic of the Commissioners was told to leave Wednesday morning's session.

U.S. Supreme Court Rules in Favor of Mahanoy Area Cheerleader in Free Speech Case

On Wednesday, the United States Supreme Court announced their ruling of a case heard on April 28th, 2021 involving a former Mahanoy Area cheerleaders first amendment rights after she posted a vulgar statement to Snapchat.

Skook News Obituaries: June 22nd, 2021

                                                                                                                                                       

Skook News Obituaries:  June 22nd, 2021