Friday, October 22, 2021

Girardville and Minersville Receive Multi-Million Dollar Grants for Improvements to Aging Water Infrastructure


Two projects in Schuylkill County aiming to improve aging and outdated water infrastructure received millions in state funding this week, according to Senator David G. Argall (R-Schuylkill/Berks) and Rep. Tim Twardzik (R-Schuylkill).

Bomb Squad Called to Ashland Friday Morning After Suspicious Item Found

The Pennsylvania State Police Bomb Squad was called to Ashland Friday after a suspicious item was found in a home.

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast - 10/22/2021

                


 Your Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for Friday, October 22nd, 2021.

Police Investigating Death After Body Found with Gunshot Wound in Cass Township


The Pennsylvania State Police are investigating the death of a man after police responded to a disturbance Thursday evening.

Thursday, October 21, 2021

Schuylkill County Obituaries for 10/21/2021

                                  

Skook News Obituaries: October 21st, 2021

Marian Catholic Holds Induction Mass for FBLA


On Thursday, October, 14, 2021, Marian Catholic High School held their Induction Mass for the 2021-2022 Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) Club. The club consists of 53 members — new and returning. This year’s FBLA officers were also installed during the Mass.

"Project Cheer" to Brighten Holidays for More Schuylkill County Families

For the fourth year in a row, a group of volunteers are working on helping bring some Christmas cheer to some lucky Schuylkill County families for the holidays.

Schuylkill County High School Football Schedule for Week #9

   

Schuylkill County 

High School Football Schedule 

for Week #9

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast - 10/21/2021

               


 Your Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for Thursday, October 21st, 2021.

Wednesday, October 20, 2021

Schuylkill County Obituaries for 10/20/2021

                                 

Skook News Obituaries: October 20th, 2021

UPDATE: Ashland Teen Reported Missing Found Safe

The Missing Person from this story was found safe.

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast - 10/20/2021

              


 Your Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for Wednesday, October 20th, 2021.

Skook News Obituaries: October 19th, 2021

                                

Skook News Obituaries: October 19th, 2021

Tuesday, October 19, 2021

Over a Dozen Tires Dumped on Property near New Ringgold

The Pennsylvania State Police are investigating an incident where tires were dumped in West Brunswick Township.

AT&T Turns on New Site in Northern Schuylkill County Boosting Coverage

On Tuesday, AT&T announced they have officially turned on a new site in the Shenandoah area.

Schuylkill Intermediate Unit 29 Launches “The Hub”



Last Wednesday, a kickoff event was held at IU29 with the Schuylkill County Superintendents for a newly created conference room and innovation center called “The Hub”. 

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast - 10/19/2021

             


 Your Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for Tuesday, October 19th, 2021.

Mahanoy/Shenandoah Valley Golf CoOp Team Excels


A new arrangement for students to play golf for Mahanoy Area and Shenandoah Valley has exceeded expectations. 

Blaschak Coal Corp. Announces Corporate Name Change to Blaschak Anthracite Corporation


Blaschak Coal Corp, one of the nation’s leading producers and suppliers of anthracite coal, announced Tuesday that it has changed its corporate name to Blaschak Anthracite Corporation (d/b/a Blaschak Anthracite).

Skook News Obituaries: October 18th, 2021

                               

Skook News Obituaries: October 18th, 2021

Monday, October 18, 2021

Ashland Fire Department Honors Dedicated Firefighter

On Saturday, the Ashland Fire Department remembered a volunteer firefighter that gave so much to the community he served.

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast - 10/18/2021

            


 Your Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for Monday, October 18th, 2021.

Sunday, October 17, 2021

Skook News Obituaries: October 17th, 2021

                              

Skook News Obituaries: October 17th, 2021

Hegins Family Dollar Robbed at Gunpoint


Police are investigating an armed robbery late Saturday.

Ashland Holds Annual Applefest

On Saturday, the Annual Applefest was held in Ashland.

HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL: PHOTOS: Salisbury Township at North Schuylkill

 North Schuylkill had no trouble with Salisbury Township on Friday night while winning at home 42-0.

PHOTOS: North Schuylkill Senior Night

On Friday night, the North Schuylkill School District held their Senior Night for the Football Team, Golf Team, Band, and Cheer Squad.

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast - 10/17/2021

           


 Your Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for Sunday, October 17th, 2021.

Saturday, October 16, 2021

Friday, October 15, 2021

Schuylkill County High School Football Scoreboard - 10/15/2021

   

Schuylkill County 

High School Football Scoreboard 

(10/15/2021)

Coroner Called to Scene of Pedestrian Struck on Route 443

 

A Schuylkill County Coroner has been called to the scene of an incident late Friday afternoon near Pine Grove.

State Police Investigating Burglary at Pine Grove Waste

The Pennsylvania State Police are investigating a burglary in Pine Grove Township.

Benefit for Homeless Veterans This Saturday at the Schuylkill County Fairgrounds


A special fundraising event that will benefit homeless veterans will take place at the Schuylkill County Fairgrounds on Saturday.

Flood Mitigation Efforts in Tremont Township, Pine Grove Area, Supported by New State Grant


According to Senator Argall's and Representative Kerwin's Offices, a $240,000 grant was awarded to the Schuylkill Conservation District to support a streambank restoration project for the Swatara Creek floodplain in Tremont Township.

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 10/15/2021

          


 Your Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for Friday, October 15th, 2021.

Thursday, October 14, 2021

Three Schuylkill County Students Receive White Coats from USciences



On September 18th, 2021, more than 140 students in Philadelphia College of Pharmacy at University of the Sciences received their white coats at a ceremony. 

Skook News Obituaries: October 14th, 2021

                               

Skook News Obituaries: October 14th, 2021

Argall to Hold Telephone Town Hall for Schuylkill County Residents to Review Redistricting and Other State Issues


Senator David G. Argall (R-Schuylkill/Berks) will host a telephone town hall for Schuylkill County residents focusing on redistricting, school property tax elimination, election integrity, and other state issues.

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North Schuylkill Artists Participate in Annual Halloween Window Painting Contest

On Wednesday, students from North Schuylkill High School began working on their entry into the 59th Annual North Schuylkill Halloween Window Painting Contest.

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast - 10/14/2021

         


 Your Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for Thursday, October 14th, 2021.

Wednesday, October 13, 2021

Gordon Man Faces Assault Charges After Incident in Hegins Township

A Gordon man is facing charges after an alleged incident in Hegins Township last weekend.

Lykens Man Injured in Fiery Crash in Frailey Township

One person was injured in a crash in Frailey Township on Tuesday evening.

Butterball Recalls Ground Turkey Products Due to Possible Foreign Matter Contamination



Butterball, LLC, a Mount Olive, N.C. establishment, is recalling approximately 14,107 pounds of ground turkey products that may be contaminated with extraneous materials, specifically blue plastic, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced on Wednesday.

Vehicle Stolen from Home in Wayne Township

The Pennsylvania State Police are investigating the theft of a stolen vehicle in Wayne Township early Tuesday.

Schuylkill County Obituaries: October 13th, 2021

                              

Skook News Obituaries: October 13th, 2021

State Police Investigating String of Burglaries in Lake Wynonah

The Pennsylvania State Police at Schuylkill Haven are investigating multiple burglaries that have occurred within the community of Lake Wynonah recently.

Schuylkill County High School Football Schedule for Week #8

  

Schuylkill County 

High School Football Schedule 

for Week #8