Monday, December 27, 2021

Two Face Child Endangerment Charges After Child Found Malnourished and Covered in Bug Bites in Mount Carbon


A man and woman from Mount Carbon are facing child endangerment charges after a young girl was malnourished and covered in bug bites.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for December 27th, 2021

                                                                                                    

Skook News Obituaries:  December 27th, 2021

UPDATE: Police Respond to Shots Fired Outside Mahanoy City Bar Early Christmas Morning

Mahanoy City Police and other local law enforcement responded to a a report of shots fired outside a bar on Christmas morning.

Yuengling Lager Bottle to Rise to Ring in New Year in Pottsville

A one-of-a-kind New Year's Eve tradition in Pottsville is scheduled to return this year.

State Police Cite 5 Juveniles for Harassment at Schuylkill Intermediate Unit 29

The Pennsylvania State Police at Schuylkill Haven have cited 5 students after an incident in early December.

LVHN Tightens Visitation Policy Amid COVID-19 Surge


As COVID-19 numbers begin to rise higher and higher each day, the Lehigh Valley Health Network is tightening their visitation policy.

Sunday, December 26, 2021

Wintry Mix, Ice Accumulation Possible Monday Afternoon into Evening

Monday afternoon's commute might get slippery with some snow and sleet possible.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for December 26th, 2021

                                                                                                   

Skook News Obituaries:  December 26th, 2021

Man Locked Up in Schuylkill County Prison for Burglarizing and Threatening to Kill Several Families near Pine Grove

A Pine Grove man spent Christmas in Schuylkill County Prison after he threatened to kill several families earlier this month.

First Responders Show Support for Police Sgt. Battling Cancer

First responders from Schuylkill, Columbia, Northumberland, and Luzerne responded to a Ringtown Thursday evening to show support for a fellow member in law enforcement.

Winter Weather Advisory Issued for Schuylkill County


The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for Monday for Schuylkill County.

Saturday, December 25, 2021

Schuylkill County Obituaries for December 25th, 2021

                                                                                                  

Skook News Obituaries:  December 25th, 2021

State Police Investigate Hit and Run in Shenandoah

The Pennsylvania State Police from the Frackville Barracks is investigating a hit and run that occurred last weekend.

Candy Canes from Mr. Kane


A man from Ashland continued a tradition he has done for decades in the borough of Ashland, just in a little different way than he is used to.

Police Respond to Incident on Centre Street in Mahanoy City Early Christmas Morning


Law enforcement responded to an incident along Centre Street in Mahanoy City early Christmas morning.

Friday, December 24, 2021

Victim Identified in Fatal Crash on Route 309

The Pennsylvania State Police at Frackville have released details on Thursday's fatal crash on Route 309 in Rush Township.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for December 24th, 2021

                                                                                                 

Skook News Obituaries:  December 24th, 2021

Pottsville's Chief Remarks on Passing of Dedicated Fire Department Member


Pottsville Fire Chief Jim Misstishin has commented on the passing of John Wollyung, a member of the City's fire department, due to COVID-19. 

Pennsylvania State Police Welcomes 59 New Troopers


Colonel Robert Evanchick, commissioner of the Pennsylvania State Police, announced on Thursday that 59 cadets graduated from the State Police Academy in Hershey and have been assigned to troops across the commonwealth. The men and women represent the 162nd graduating cadet class.

Fire Crews Responding to Working House Fire in Donaldson

Fire crews are responding to a working house fire early Friday.

Thursday, December 23, 2021

Schuylkill County Obituaries for December 23rd, 2021

                                                                                                

Skook News Obituaries:  December 23rd, 2021

$100,000 in Copper Stolen from Property in Pottsville


The Pennsylvania State Police at Schuylkill Haven are investigating the theft of copper from a property in Pottsville.

Schuylkill County Coroner Called to Crash on Route 309 near Hometown

The Schuylkill County Coroner's Office was called to a crash on Thursday afternoon in Rush Township.

Wednesday, December 22, 2021

Congressman Dan Meuser Responds to Remarks Made by President Joe Biden in Reference to Republicans


On Wednesday, Congressman Dan Meuser offered an open letter to President Joe Biden about recent remarks he made in reference to Republicans.

Schuylkill County High School Basketball Scoreboard for Wednesday, December 22nd, 2021

                   

Schuylkill County High School Basketball Results from Wednesday, December 21st, 2021

Wood Stove Fire Prompts Response in Locustdale

 A wood stove fire prompted a response by firefighters Monday evening.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for December 22nd, 2021

                                                                                               

Skook News Obituaries:  December 22nd, 2021

Santa Claus Makes Annual Visit to Fountain Springs Area

On Sunday night, Santa Claus with the help of the Fountain Springs fire company made his yearly trip through parts of Butler Township.

Schuylkill County Football Coaches Association Names All Area Selections

 


The Schuylkill County Football Coaches Association has announced the 2021 All Area Selections.

Truck Crashes into School in Shenandoah Early Wednesday

A pickup truck crashed into the entrance of a school in Shenandoah on Wednesday morning.

Explosive Device Investigation in Kelayres Leads to Arrest of Hazleton Police Officer for Burglary

A investigation into an explosive device that went off in Kelayres on Tuesday led to the arrest of a Hazleton Police Officer for a burglary in October.

Tuesday, December 21, 2021

Schuylkill County Obituaries for December 21st, 2021

                                                                                              

Skook News Obituaries:  December 21st, 2021

Fire Damages Home in Pottsville


 A fire damaged a home displacing several people in Pottsville on Tuesday afternoon.

Schuylkill County High School Basketball Results from Monday, December 20th, 2021

                  

Schuylkill County High School Basketball Results from Monday, December 20th, 2021

One Injured After Explosive Device Detonates in Kelayres

A man was taken to the hospital for injuries he suffered in an explosion in Kelayres Tuesday morning.

Shenandoah Valley Seniors Hold Winter King Gala


The Shenandoah Valley Senior Class held its annual Winter King Gala that was attended by 40 students.

Streets Closed in Kelayres After Early Morning Explosion

There are street closures in Kelayres Tuesday after an early morning explosion.

Monday, December 20, 2021

Schuylkill County Obituaries for December 20th, 2021

                                                                                             

Skook News Obituaries:  December 20th, 2021

Caregiver Charged with Stealing Over $2,000 from Elderly Woman from Mahanoy City

The caregiver of an elderly woman from Mahanoy City was charged with theft after she admitted to stealing over $2,000 from her.

Pennsylvania House Judiciary Committee Announces Next Steps into Investigation into Commissioner Halcovage

The Pennsylvania House Republican Caucus announced the next steps that will take place by the Judiciary Committee that is investigating sexual misconduct allegations against Schuylkill County George Halcovage.

Schuylkill County Man Identified as Driver Who Crashed into Chambersburg Fountain; Faces DUI Charges


A Schuylkill County man has been identified as the driver who crashed and severely damaged a fountain in Chambersburg earlier this month.

Morea Road Closed near Mahanoy City Due to Truck Rollover

Morea Road in Mahanoy Township is closed Monday afternoon after a drill truck overturned.

Kutztown University Awards Honorary Doctorate to Nancy Jean Stump Seiger


Kutztown University awarded Nancy Jean Stump Seiger '54 an honorary doctorate at the institution's 2021 Fall Commencement Ceremony Saturday, Dec. 18, at O'Pake Fieldhouse.

Sunday, December 19, 2021

Schuylkill County Obituaries for December 19th, 2021

                                                                                            

Skook News Obituaries:  December 19th, 2021

Man Apprehended for Window Smashing Spree near Pottsville

An Old Forge man remains locked up in Schuylkill County Prison after he went on a window smashing spree in North Manheim Township earlier this week.

State Police Continue to Investigate Burglary at the Blue Mountain's Cressona Elementary

 

The Pennsylvania State Police continue to investigate a burglary at Blue Mountain's Cressona Elementary.

Project Cheer Helps Make Christmas Merry for Three Schuylkill County Families

Now in it's fourth year, Project Cheer continues to bring "cheer" for Schuylkill County families right before the holidays.

Saturday, December 18, 2021

Schuylkill County Obituaries for December 18th, 2021

                                                                                           

Skook News Obituaries:  December 18th, 2021

Schuylkill County Youth Wins Pennsylvania Farm Show National Anthem Contest

A girl from Schuylkill County has won a statewide music contest to sing at the Pennsylvania Farm Show.

Friday, December 17, 2021