Sunday, August 14, 2022

STATE POLICE: Two Confirmed Dead, 17 Injured in Berwick/Nescopeck Incidents

State Police are saying two people are confirmed dead and 17 injured after two incidents in Berwick and Nescopeck on Saturday.

Saturday, August 13, 2022

Firefighters Respond to Fire at Former Pet Salon in Orwigsburg

Firefighters responded to a fire at a former pet salon in Orwigsburg on Saturday afternoon.

PHOTOS: Ringtown Fire Holds Block Party and Firetruck Parade

On Saturday, for the first time in over a decade, the Ringtown Valley Fire and Rescue held a block party.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for August 13th, 2022

                                                                                                                   

Skook News Obituaries: August 13th, 2022

Friday, August 12, 2022

Thousands of Dollars in Tools and Jewelry Reported Stolen from Utility Wagon in Coaldale

The Pennsylvania State Police at Frackville are investigating a report of a theft in Coaldale.

One Flown After Fall at A-Hole near Girardville

A man was flown with injuries after a fall at a stripping pit near Girardville on Friday afternoon.

DCNR Announces Acquisition Of 5,600-Acre Property In Schuylkill, Luzerne Counties For Motorized Recreation Area


Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) Secretary Cindy Adams Dunn announced on Friday the acquisition of a 5,600-acre parcel of land that will be developed into a motorized recreation area in the Weiser State Forest in Schuylkill and Luzerne counties.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for August 12th, 2022

                                                                                                                  

Skook News Obituaries: August 12th, 2022

Pottsville Announces Two Paving Projects Scheduled for Next Week

 

The City of Pottsville has announced road work and traffic restrictions for next week.

Governor Wolf Calls on Legislature to Approve $2,000 Stimulus Checks for Pennsylvanians

Governor Wolf is asking the Pennsylvania State Legislature to approve checks for state residents.

State Police Investigating Bomb Threat Made to Geisinger St. Luke's Hospital

The Pennsylvania State Police at Schuylkill Haven are investigating a bomb threat made to a hospital near Orwigsburg.

Juveniles Damage Video Monitors at Bank in Shenandoah

The Pennsylvania State Police are investigating criminal mischief where juveniles damaged property in Shenandoah.

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for Friday, August 12th, 2022

                                                                                                                      

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for Friday, August 12th, 2022

Thursday, August 11, 2022

Schuylkill County Obituaries for August 11th, 2022

                                                                                                                 

Skook News Obituaries: August 11th, 2022

Tamaqua Students Create Summer Artwork for District Schools


The Tamaqua Area School District is thanking students who took time out of their summer to create artwork for the district.

Schuylkill Football Teams and Press Meet for Annual Media Day at Muhammad Ali Training Camp

On Wednesday, Schuylkill County high school sports and press came together to kick off the 2022 football season.

Wanted Fugitive Shot and Killed by US Marshal in Hazleton

A wanted fugitive was shot and killed by a US Marshal in Hazleton on Wednesday.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for August 10th, 2022

                                                                                                                

Skook News Obituaries: August 10th, 2022

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for Thursday, August 11th, 2022

                                                                                                                     

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for Thursday, August 11th, 2022

Tuesday, August 9, 2022

Schuylkill County Obituaries for August 9th, 2022

                                                                                                               

Skook News Obituaries: August 9th, 2022

Schuylkill County Man Picked Up on 3 Separate Warrants for Open Lewdness Involving a Minor, Fleeing Police, and Aggravated Assault of a Parole Officer

A Saint Clair man is behind bars after being taken into custody on Tuesday for 3 separate warrants that included a slew of charges including open lewdness involving a minor, fleeing police, and aggravated assault of a parole officer.

The Mighty 410-Winged Sprint Cars to Make Appear This Friday at Big Diamond Speedway


This Friday night August 12th will be the only appearance of the Winged 410 Sprints in 2022 at Big Diamond Speedway. 

Monday, August 8, 2022

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for Tuesday, August 9th, 2022

                                                                                                                    

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for Tuesday, August 9th, 2022

SCAM ALERT: Text Scam Uses Fire Company Name to Sell T-Shirts


A new scam is trying to target local Schuylkill County and Pennsylvania residents into thinking they are helping their local fire companies.

Schuylkill Haven Area School District to Hold Grand Opening of Lehigh Valley Health Network Sports Performance Center

Schuylkill Haven Area School District to Hold Grand Opening of Lehigh Valley Health Network Sports Performance Center

Schuylkill Haven Area will hold a special grand opening next week to open it's brand new Lehigh Valley Health Network Sports Performance Center.

Schuylkill United Way Stuffs Over 2,100 Backpacks

Schuylkill United Way Stuffs Over 2,100 Backpacks

Thanks to the donations from around Schuylkill County, the Schuylkill United Way was able to fill more backpacks for students than any other year.

Fire Crews Responding to Working Fire in Orwigsburg

Emergency personnel are responding to a working fire in Orwigsburg on Monday afternoon.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for August 8th, 2022

                                                                                                              

Skook News Obituaries: August 8th, 2022

Shenandoah Native Holds Presentation Focusing on Migration of Lithuanians



A Shenandoah native held a special presentation at the Shenandoah Historical Society recently focusing on Lithuanians.

Home Burglarized in New Philadelphia

The Pennsylvania State Police at Frackville are investigating burglary that occurred at a home in New Philadelphia last week.

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for Monday, August 8th, 2022

                                                                                                                   

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for Monday, August 8th, 2022

Sunday, August 7, 2022

Big Diamond Speedway Results from Friday, August 5th, 2022

Big Diamond Speedway Results from Friday, August 5th, 2022

Schuylkill County Obituaries for August 7th, 2022

                                                                                                             

Skook News Obituaries: August 7th, 2022

Saturday, August 6, 2022

Schuylkill County Detectives Seek Shamokin Man for Failing to Appear for Preliminary Hearing


Schuylkill County Detectives Seek Shamokin Man for
Failing to Appear for Preliminary Hearing

Schuylkill County District Attorney Michael O’Pake and the Schuylkill County Detectives are asking the public to help locate man that failed to appear for his preliminary hearing.

State Police Investigating Death of 3-Month Old in Luzerne County

The Pennsylvania State Police are investigating the death of an infant in Luzerne County.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for August 6th, 2022

                                                                                                            

Skook News Obituaries: August 6th, 2022

PHOTOS AND VIDEO: Shenandoah Rescue Hook and Ladder Block Party and Parade

On Friday evening, the Shenandoah Rescue Hook and Ladder kicked off their Block Party weekend with a fire truck parade.

PennDOT Announces Road Work in Schuylkill County Scheduled for Next Week

Schuylkill County Road Work Scheduled

PennDOT has announced road work that will take place across Schuylkill County next week.

Friday, August 5, 2022

Flood Advisory Issued for Parts of Schuylkill County After Quick 1 to 2 Inches of Rain Friday Afternoon


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

Suspected Skimming Device Found on Gas Pump near Schuylkill Haven

The Pennsylvania State Police are investigating an incident where a device was found on a pump at a gas station near Schuylkill Haven.

Hamburg Police Searching for Man Wanted for Aggravated Assault


The Hamburg Police Department is looking for a man they say is wanted for aggravated assault and could be armed.

Pottsville Announces City Road Work for Next Week

The City of Pottsville has announced road work and traffic restrictions for next week.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for August 5th, 2022

                                                                                                           

Skook News Obituaries: August 5th, 2022

State Police Identify Victim of Fatal Lawnmower Accident in Schuylkill County

The Pennsylvania State Police at Schuylkill Haven have released the identity of the victim involved in a fatal lawnmower accident in Wayne Township.

Schuylkill County Fair Schedule for Friday, August 5th, 2022

   

Schuylkill County Fair Schedule for Friday, August 5th, 2022


Schedule of events for Day 5 of the Schuylkill County Fair.  The fair runs through Saturday, August 6th, 2022 at the fairgrounds on Fair Road in Summit Station near Schuylkill Haven.

Thursday, August 4, 2022

Dr. Kraynak Sentenced to 15 Years for Operating "Pill Mill"; Judge Denies Motion for Withdrawal of Guilty Plea

Dr. Kraynak Sentenced to 15 Years for Operating "Pill Mill";  Judge Denies Motion for Withdrawal of Guilty Plea

The United States Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of Pennsylvania announced that Dr. Raymond Kraynak, age 65, of Mt. Carmel, was sentenced on August 3, 2022, to 15 years’ imprisonment by Chief United States District Court Judge Matthew W. Brann for unlawful distribution of a controlled substance. Chief Judge Brann also ordered Kraynak to pay restitution in the amount of $22,365 to the victims or their families.

Schuylkill County Coroner Called to Tractor Accident


The Coroner's office was called to the scene of a tractor accident in Schuylkill County on Thursday afternoon.

Powerball Jackpot Ticket Worth $206.9 Million Sold in Pennsylvania


A Powerball ticket worth over $200 Million was sold in Pennsylvania.

State Police Release Details of Tractor Trailer Rollover that Closed Interstate 81 near Frackville

The Pennsylvania State Police at Frackville have released the details of a tractor trailer rollover that closed Interstate 81 near Frackville on Wednesday.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for August 4th, 2022

                                                                                                          

Skook News Obituaries: August 4th, 2022