Tuesday, August 3, 2021

Skook News Obituaries: August 3rd, 2021

                                                                                                                                                                                            

Skook News Obituaries:  August 3rd, 2021

Mahanoy City National Night Out Aims to Build Police and Community Relationships

One of Schuylkill County's longest running National Night Out events continued Tuesday in Mahanoy City.

Police and Firefighters Meet with Community During National Night Out in Pottsville

The annual community-building event that promotes police-community partnerships to help make communities safer.

Community Comes Out for National Night Out in Frackville


The  annual community-building event that promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie drew a crowd in Frackville Tuesday evening.

No Injuries Reported in Butler Township Crash

No injuries were reported in a Tuesday afternoon crash in Butler Township.

State Police Investigating Neighbor Dispute in Ashland that Left Woman Injured

The Pennsylvania State Police are investigating an incident that occurred late Sunday in Ashland.

Big Diamond Speedway Friday Night Preview - 08/06/2021


A preview for this coming Friday night at Big Diamond Speedway.

Mahanoy City Elks Presents Opportunity House with $2,000 for Homeless Veterans and Families


The Mahanoy City Elks recently donated $2,000 to the Pottsville Opportunity House sponsored by an ENF (Elks National Foundation) “Adopt-A-Haven” Spotlight Grant which is made available to identify and provide emergency shelter and items to assist in housing for veterans and their families. 

Monday, August 2, 2021

National Night Out Events Scheduled for Schuylkill County

Various Schuylkill County communities have announced National Night Out events.

Marian Catholic Announces New Head Girls Basketball Coach


On Monday, Marian Catholic High School announced Mr. Damian Fritz as the new Head Coach for the Girls’ Basketball team. 

Firefighters Responding to 2-Alarm House Fire in Cressona

Firefighters are responding to a house fire in Cressona Monday afternoon.

PennDOT Announces Annual Highway Safety Survey


The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) is seeking motorists' input on traffic safety and driving behaviors through its annual online Highway Safety Survey found at www.PennDOT.gov/Safety.

Downtown Shenandoah, Inc. Combines Two Outdoor Festivals


Downtown Shenandoah, Inc. is combining two of their biggest outdoor fundraising events. 

Skook News Obituaries: August 2nd, 2021

                                                                                                                                                                                           

Skook News Obituaries:  August 2nd, 2021

"The Tall Girls" Movie Filmed in Shenandoah to be Screened in Pottsville This Weekend


A movie that was filmed in Shenandoah recently will be screened online and at the Majestic Theater in Pottsville this Weekend.

Sunday, August 1, 2021

2021 Schuylkill County Fair Runs This Week



The Schuylkill County Fair runs this week from Monday, August 2nd to Saturday, August 7th.

Big Diamond Speedway Results - 07/30/2021


Timmy Buckwalter back to victory lane at Big Diamond. Doug Hendricks, Jonathan Swift and Alex Schoffstall also winners.

Skook News Obituaries: July 31st, 2021

                                                                                                                                                                                          

Skook News Obituaries:  July 31st, 2021

Saturday, July 31, 2021

Coal Township Man Dies in Gordon Nagle Trail Crash, Two Others Injured

The Pennsylvania State Police at Schuylkill Haven have released additional details on Saturday afternoon's crash on the Gordon Nagle Trail.

Schuylkill County Brew Fest Draws Hundreds to Pottsville


On Saturday, the Schuylkill County Brew Fest drew hundreds to downtown Pottsville.

State Police Investigating Fatal Crash on Gordon Nagle Trail on Saturday Afternoon

A fatal crash is currently being investigated in North Mainheim Township.

Skook News Obituaries: July 30th, 2021

                                                                                                                                                                                         

Skook News Obituaries:  July 30th, 2021

Friday, July 30, 2021

Thursday, July 29, 2021

Marian Catholic Announces Second Semester Honor Roll


Marian Catholic High School has announced the names of the following students for their outstanding achievement in academics in the second semester of the 2020-2021 school year. 

Hersheypark and Pepsi Unveil New, Immersive Pepsi Pop Star Experience


On Thursday, Pepsi and Hersheypark unveiled Pepsi Pop Star, a first-of-its-kind, immersive entertainment experience created within the iconic amusement park. 

PennDOT Announces Road Work Scheduled for Next Week in Schuylkill County


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

TRAFFIC ADVISORY: Street Closure for Schuylkill County Brew Fest in Pottsville


The Pottsville Police Department has announced a street closure for Saturday.

Skook News Obituaries: July 29th, 2021

                                                                                                                                                                                        

Skook News Obituaries:  July 29th, 2021

Wanted Fugitive Found Hiding in Crawl Space in Saint Clair

A man that had 3 outstanding warrants was found hiding in a crawl space in Saint Clair on Wednesday.

WEATHER ALERT: Tornado Watch Issued for Schuylkill County


The National Weather Service has issued a Tornado Watch for Schuylkill County for Thursday evening.

LOST DOG: Myu from Ashland

Attention Ashland, Coal Township Walmart, Ranshaw, and Anywhere in Between.

Wednesday, July 28, 2021

Skook News Obituaries: July 28th, 2021

                                                                                                                                                                                       

Skook News Obituaries:  July 28th, 2021

Schuylkill Technology Center Graduates 9 New Practical Nursing Students


The Schuylkill Technology Center Practical Nursing Students hosted a graduation ceremony for the full time practical nursing students on July 14, 2021 at the STC North Campus in Frackville. 

Woman Crawls for Help and is Found 4 Hours Later Following Interstate 81 Crash in Schuylkill County

A woman is recovering after she was found laying along Interstate 81 after being involved in a crash early Saturday.

Three from Schuylkill County Play in Big 26 Baseball Classic


Three High School Baseball Players from Schuylkill County took part in this year's Big 26 Baseball Classic.

Shenandoah Valley/Marywood University Grad Presented with Medal of Excellence in Music

Marywood University recently announced that a senior graduate recently received a special award during commencement.

Tuesday, July 27, 2021

Skook News Obituaries: July 27th, 2021

                                                                                                                                                                                      

Skook News Obituaries:  July 27th, 2021

Schuylkill Response, Recovery, & Renewal (RRR) Task Force Launches Operation Vaccination


As part of the collective efforts of the Schuylkill Response, Recovery, & Renewal (RRR) Task Force, a vaccination project, “Operation Vaccination”, was launched by the task force to encourage Schuylkill County students and community members to get vaccinated. 

Schuylkill County Historical Society Announces Upcoming August Events


The Schuylkill County Historical Society has announced upcoming events for August 2021.

Schuylkill County Launches Small Business CDBG Assistance Program to Help Small Businesses Recover from COVID-19

The Schuylkill County Board of Commissioners recently announced the release of it's Schuylkill CDBG CV Small Business Assistance Program that will provide financial assistance to small businesses across the county that have been affected by the 2020 coronavirus pandemic.

Monday, July 26, 2021

Tremont Woman Swindled Out of $17,000 in iTunes Gift Card Scam

 

A woman in Tremont was recently swindled out of thousands of dollars through a scam.

Skook News Obituaries: July 26th, 2021

                                                                                                                                                                                      

Skook News Obituaries:  July 26th, 2021

Woman Suspected of Driving Under the Influence in Barry Township Head-Crash that Injured Four

State Police say a woman is suspected of driving under the influence in a crash that injured four people last week in Barry Township.

Sunday, July 25, 2021

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for Monday, July 26th, 2021

                                                                                                      

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for Monday, July 26th, 2021

Saturday, July 24, 2021

East Fire Company, Palo Alto, Holds Housing Parade for New Engine

The East End Fire Company in Palo Alto held a housing parade on Saturday for their new engine.

Big Diamond Speedway Results - 07/23/2021


Results from Friday, July 23rd, 2021 at Big Diamond Speedway.

Friday, July 23, 2021

Lawnmower Stolen from Barn in Ryan Township

A lawnmower was reported stolen earlier this week in Ryan Township.

Skook News Obituaries: July 23rd, 2021

                                                                                                                                                                                     

Skook News Obituaries:  July 23rd, 2021

PennDOT Announces Road Work Scheduled for Next Week in Schuylkill County


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

Mahanoy City Man Taken into Custody After Disturbance

A Mahanoy City man was taken into custody late Thursday after an incident in the borough.

Skook News Obituaries: July 22nd, 2021

                                                                                                                                                                                    

Skook News Obituaries:  July 22nd, 2021