Thursday, July 22, 2021

Four Flown After Head-On Crash on Route 901 near Lavelle

Four people were flown after a serious head on crash in Barry Township Thursday afternoon.

Firefighters Respond to House Fire in Hegins

Late Wednesday night, firefighters responded to an attic fire in Hegins.

State Police Investigating Unintentional Shooting in Tremont

The Pennsylvania State Police at Schuylkill Haven are investigating a shooting that occurred in Tremont last weekend.

Wednesday, July 21, 2021

Skook News Obituaries: July 21st, 2021

                                                                                                                                                                                   

Skook News Obituaries:  July 21st, 2021

WEATHER ALERT: Severe Thunderstorm Watch Issued for Schuylkill County

  

A Severe Thunderstorm Watch has been issued for Schuylkill County by the National Weather Service.

Man in Custody After Shots Fired on West Market Street in Pottsville


The Pottsville Police have provided an update on the incident that closed West Market Street on Tuesday afternoon.

Tuesday, July 20, 2021

Skook News Obituaries: July 20th, 2021

                                                                                                                                                                                  

Skook News Obituaries:  July 20th, 2021

Bus Trip Planned to the Museum of the American Revolution and the National Constitution Center

The Schuylkill County Historical Society is planning a bus trip to the Museum of the American Revolution and the National Constitution Center in Philadelphia on Saturday, Aug. 21. 

Six Adults and Three Children Being Assisted by the American Red Cross After Minersville Fire

Nine people are being assisted by the American Red Cross after a fire Tuesday morning in Minersville.

West Market Street Closed in Pottsville for Police Incident

West Market Street is currently closed in Pottsville for an ongoing police incident.

TRAFFIC ALERT: Portion of North Centre Street in Pottsville Closed Tuesday

A portion of North Centre Street in closed Tuesday for an ongoing incident.

Joe Snedeker Passes Through Schuylkill County for GoJoe24

Northeast Pennsylvania celebrity and meteorologist for WNEP, spent the end of his Monday and beginning of Tuesday in Schuylkill County as part of GoJoe24.

One Rescued from Multi-Alarm Fire in Minersville

One person had to be rescued from a multi-alarm fire in Minersville on Tuesday morning.

Skook News Obituaries: July 19th, 2021

                                                                                                                                                                                 

Skook News Obituaries:  July 19th, 2021

Monday, July 19, 2021

Juvenile Arrested for Hit and Run Involving Game Commission Employee near Gordon


An arrest was made Monday in a hit and run that occurred earlier in the day and involved a Game Commission Employee.

Man Struck by ATV near Gordon; Police Looking for Person Involved




Butler Township Police are seeking the public's assistance after an incident in the Township on Monday morning. 

Man in Custody After Leading Mahanoy City Police in 12 Mile Pursuit


A Minersville man is in custody after leading police in a pursuit on Sunday.

Minersville Police Looking to Identify Man


The Minersville Borough Police Department is asking for the community's assistance in identifying a man. 

Sunday, July 18, 2021

Big Diamond Speedway Race Results for Friday, July 16th 2021


Duane Howard extends point lead at Big Diamond Speedway with his first win of the season on topless night sponsored by Spin City. Logan Watt, Ronny Suhr Jr & Andrew Yoder also winners.

Skook News Obituaries: July 18th, 2021

                                                                                                                                                                                

Skook News Obituaries:  July 18th, 2021

Pottsville Pridefest Entertains and Educates Schuylkill County on LGBTQ+

Saturday's Pottsville Pridefest event has grown in it's second year bringing special guests to help spread the message of love.

Motorcycle Run Benefits All-Inclusive Playground in Schuylkill County

On Saturday, a motorcycle run was held in Minersville to benefit Dustin's Adventureland, Schuylkill County's first all-inclusive playground.

Skook News Obituaries: July 17th, 2021

                                                                                                                                                                               

Skook News Obituaries:  July 17th, 2021

Saturday, July 17, 2021

One Flown from Motorcycle Accident near Fountain Springs

One person was injured in a motorcycle crash on Saturday.

WEATHER ALERT: Severe Thunderstorm Watch and Flood Advisory Issued for Schuylkill County

The National Weather Service has issued two alerts for Schuylkill County for Saturday evening.

Skook News Obituaries: July 16th, 2021

                                                                                                                                                                              

Skook News Obituaries:  July 16th, 2021

Friday, July 16, 2021

One Injured in Tractor Trailer Rollover in Heckscherville


The driver of a tractor trailer was transported after rolling a tractor trailer Friday evening.

Over 1,000 Homes Without Power in Tamaqua on Friday Afternoon

As of 4:55pm, Friday, PPL is reporting 1,109 homes without power in the borough.

Schuylkill Hospital Nurses Reach Agreement with Lehigh Valley Health Network


On Wednesday, the Office & Professional Employees International Union along with Lehigh Valley Hospital Nurses United, Local 153 announced the ratification of a two year agreement with the Lehigh Valley Hospital, Schuylkill.

Wolf Administration Announces New Law Enforcement Reform Tool to Enhance Hiring Practices

As part of his ongoing law enforcement reform efforts, Governor Tom Wolf today joined the Pennsylvania State Police to announce the launch of a new electronic database for use by law enforcement agencies in the hiring of law enforcement officers in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.

Pottsville Announces Merger of Two Fire Companies


Mt. Carbon Fire Company has merged with the American Hose Fire Company # 2 of Pottsville to improve community public safety services.

PennDOT Announces Road Work Scheduled for Next Week in Schuylkill County


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

Skook News Obituaries: July 15th, 2021

                                                                                                                                                                             

Skook News Obituaries:  July 15th, 2021

Thursday, July 15, 2021

August Events Scheduled for Sweet Arrow Lake Park


The Schuylkill Conservation District has announced upcoming August events for Sweet Arrow Lake Park near Pine Grove.

GoJoe 24 to End Day 1 in Shenandoah on Monday


WNEP's Joe Snedeker is doing his annual bike ride and it has been announced his first leg of his 2021 journey will end in Shenandoah.

Ashland Hires Additional Full Time Police Officer

During Wednesday's Ashland Borough Council meeting, council approved the hiring of an additional full-time police officer.

Wednesday, July 14, 2021

Marian Colts Wrap Up Football Camp


The 2021 Marian Colts Football Camp wrapped up on Wednesday, July 14, 2021 with a Punt, Pass, and Kick competition for campers. The contest was run by current Colt coaches and players.

Skook News Obituaries: July 14th, 2021

                                                                                                                                                                            

Skook News Obituaries:  July 14th, 2021

First Class of Rural Family Medicine Residents Graduates from St. Luke’s in Schuylkill County

The first class of residents graduated from St. Luke’s University Health Network’s Rural Training Track (RTT) Family Medicine program in June. 

TRAFFIC ALERT: Crash Causing Slow Traffic on Interstate 81 near Ravine

A crash on Interstate 81 northbound near Ravine is causing a backup of traffic Wednesday afternoon.

Schuylkill County Students Graduate from Lock Haven University


Schuylkill County students graduate from Lock Haven University.

Tires and Rims Stolen Off Vehicle near Pine Grove

State Police are investigating a reported theft in Pine Grove Township.

2021 Yuengling Light Lager Jogger 5K Set for October

After COVID disrupted the recent Lager Jogger 5K's in Pottsville, organizers say the 2021 edition is scheduled for October.

State Police Investigate String of Thefts from Vehicles near Orwigsburg

The Pennsylvania State Police are investigating a string of thefts of items from at least 5 vehicles near Orwigsburg.

Tuesday, July 13, 2021

Pennsylvania Attorney General Seizes 60 Firearms, Stolen Guns, and Shuts Down Meth Ring in Berks County



Attorney General Josh Shapiro today announced that agents from the Office of Attorney General have arrested five individuals and shut down a methamphetamine trafficking organization operating in Berks, Chester, and Montgomery counties.

Skook News Obituaries: July 13th, 2021

                                                                                                                                                                           

Skook News Obituaries:  July 13th, 2021

Marian Catholic High School Announces Retirement of Coach Paul Brutto


On Tuesday, Marian Catholic High School announced the retirement of Girls Basketball Coach Paul Brutto.

PA Synergy 16U Wins Third Tournament of the Season


The PA Synergy Fastpitch 16U team, of Pottsville, claimed their third tournament championship of the season by winning the Andrea Gantt Memorial Tournament in St. Thomas, PA. on July 10-11, 2021. 

More than $1.3 Million in Grants Awarded to Schuylkill County Fire and EMS

On Monday, the Office of the Pennsylvania State Fire Commissioner the 2020-2021 funding for fire companies statewide including Schuylkill County's.

WEATHER ALERT: Severe Thunderstorm Watch Issued for Tuesday Afternoon and Evening

 

A Severe Thunderstorm Watch has been issued for Schuylkill County by the National Weather Service.

Monday, July 12, 2021

Skook News Obituaries: July 12th, 2021

                                                                                                                                                                          

Skook News Obituaries:  July 12th, 2021