Thursday, December 1, 2022

SERT Called for Man Barricaded in Home near Orwigsburg

The Pennsylvania State Police SERT responded to a standoff near Orwigsburg on Thursday.

Cumbola Man Earns Distinguished Military Status through University of Scranton's ROTC


A Schuylkill County man has earned distinguished military status through the University of Scranton's ROTC.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for December 1st, 2022

                             

Skook News Obituaries: December 1st, 2022

Wednesday, November 30, 2022

Schuylkill County Police Reports - 12/01/2022

       

 A collection of police reports received from Schuylkill County law enforcement.

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for Thursday, December 1st, 2022

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast
for Thursday, December 1st, 2022

Over 1,000 Schuylkill County Homes Without Power - 11:00pm Update

As of 11:00pm, Wednesday, over 1,000 Schuylkill County homes were without power.

Schuylkill County Power Outages - 4:30pm Update

As of 4:30pm, Wednesday, over 500 homes are without power in Schuylkill County.

UPDATE: Photos of Suspects Released Who Stole $19,355 from Schuylkill County Gaming Machines

The Pennsylvania State Police have released photos of the suspects who stole nearly $20,000 from gaming machines in Schuylkill County.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for November 30th, 2022

                            

Skook News Obituaries: November 30th, 2022

Tuesday, November 29, 2022

Schuylkill County Crash Log - 11/29/2022

Schuylkill County Crash Log
(11/29/2022)

A collection of crash reports from Schuylkill County law enforcement.

Ashland Brightens Centre Street by Updating Christmas Decorations

Ashland's Centre Street is looking much brighter this Christmas after borough volunteers helped update the current decorations.

PennDOT Announces Changes Increasing Penalties for Repeat DUI Offenses in Pennsylvania


The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation announced on Tuesday that a new Pennsylvania law has changed the grading of certain offenses for driving under the influence (DUI), adding more stringent penalties for these violations.

Mahanoy City Man Arrested by West Penn Township Police on Warrant and for Providing False Identification


A Mahanoy City man is locked up in Schuylkill County Prison after he provided false information to police during a traffic stop and was wanted on a warrant.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for November 29th, 2022

                            

Skook News Obituaries: November 29th, 2022

Nearly $20,000 Stolen from Gaming Machines at a Cressona Gas Station

The Pennsylvania State Police at Schuylkill Haven are investigating a large amount of cash stolen from gas station in Cressona.

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for Tuesday, November 29th, 2022

  

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast
for Tuesday, November 29th, 2022

5 Homes Damaged and 12 Displaced by Shenandoah Fire, Cause Still Under Investigation

Twelve people were displaced by a fire late Sunday/early Monday in Shenandoah.

Monday, November 28, 2022

Police Looking to Identify Man Found Trespassing on Pine Grove Borough Property


Pine Grove Borough Police are looking to identify a man found trespassing on borough property.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for November 28th, 2022

                           

Skook News Obituaries: November 28th, 2022

Driver Nearly Crashes into Garfield Square Monument in Pottsville


A driver narrowly missed a monument in Pottsville's Garfield Square last week.

Veterans Connect with North Schuylkill Elementary Students

Veterans visiting North Schuylkill on the last day before Thanksgiving break has become a tradition at their elementary school.

Yuengling Participating in "Hops & Vines for Hunger" Campaign


Yuengling's Gift Shop is currently participating in the Hops and Vines for Hunger Campaign.

Fire Destroys Several Shenandoah Row Homes


 A fire early Monday morning tore through several row homes in Shenandoah.

Saturday, November 26, 2022

Santa Lights Mahanoy City Christmas Tree

Santa Claus was in Mahanoy City Saturday evening for the lighting of the borough's Christmas Tree at Centre and Catawissa Street.

Santa Makes Yearly Visit to Girardville on Thanksgiving

Santa Claus and Rudolph made their yearly visit to Girardville on Thanksgiving evening.

No Injuries Reported in Route 901 Crash Involving School Bus

No injuries were reported in a two-vehicle crash that occurred on Route 901 in Foster Township on Saturday afternoon.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for November 26th, 2022

                         

Skook News Obituaries: November 26th, 2022

Friday, November 25, 2022

Knoebels "Joy Through the Grove" Now Open


Joy to the Grove opened this weekend at Knoebels in Elysburg.

Santa Arrives by ATV in Shenandoah

Due to Friday's weather forecast, Santa Claus had to change his plans slightly on how he was going to arrive in Shenandoah.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for November 25th, 2022

                        

Skook News Obituaries: November 25th, 2022

Mahanoy City Elks Lodge Holds Annual Hoop Shoot



Mahanoy City Elks Lodge No. 695 held its annual hoop shoot Saturday, November 19th with 30+ participants. 

District Deputy visits Mahanoy City Elks Lodge; Installs 6 New Members


On November 21st, 2022, the Mahanoy City Elks Lodge No. 695 was honored with a visit of their District Deputy Grand Exalted Ruler of the Northeast District of Pennsylvania during their monthly meeting. 

December Events Scheduled at Sweet Arrow Lake Park


Schuylkill Area Community Foundation has announced December Events scheduled for Sweet Arrow Lake Park in Pine Grove Township

Firefighters Respond to Working House Fire in North Manheim Township

Firefighters were called to a working house fire early Friday morning.

Three North Schuylkill Basketball Players Announce College Decisions

Over the past two weeks, three Seniors from the North Schuylkill Girls Basketball Teams have announced where they will continue their academic and basketball careers at the College Level.

Thursday, November 24, 2022

Schuylkill County Road Work Scheduled for Next Week

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

Schuylkill County Obituaries for November 24th, 2022

                       

Skook News Obituaries: November 24th, 2022

North Tops South in Schuylkill County Football All Star Game



Our area's high school football season came to a close Wednesday evening with the Schuylkill County Coaches Association All Star Football Game.

Wednesday, November 23, 2022

Schuylkill County Obituaries for November 23rd, 2022

                      

Skook News Obituaries: November 23rd, 2022

Tamaqua Area Cheerleader to Perform in Pearl Harbor Day Parade in Hawaii


Tamaqua Area High School has announced that its cheerleading member, Morgan Miller, will represent Varsity Spirit in the Pearl Harbor Memorial Parade at the In Honolulu, HI from December 4-9, 2022.

Tuesday, November 22, 2022

Woman Flown After Being Struck by Vehicle in Ashland

An Ashland woman was flown after being hit by a vehicle on Tuesday morning.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for November 22nd, 2022

                     

Skook News Obituaries: November 22nd, 2022

Schuylkill County Commissioners Set to Change Public Commenting Policy During Public Meetings

A vote on Wednesday could change the way the public commenting is done during the Schuylkill County Commissioners' meetings at the courthouse.

Minersville Man Arrested for Burglarizing Cass Township Home, Eating Food, and Fighting with Homeowner

A Minersville man is locked up in Schuylkill County Prison after he burglarized a home in Cass Township.

Frackville Police Announce Road Closures for Saturday's Elks Turkey Trot

Frackville Police have announced several road closures for Saturday's Frackville Elks Turkey Trot run.

Schuylkill Hose Company, Schuylkill Haven, Recognized by Schuylkill River Greenways


The Schuylkill River Greenways National Heritage Area recently recognized the Borough of Pottstown, PA American Water, and Schuylkill Hose Company #2, from Schuylkill Haven at their annual fundraiser and award Ceremony. 

Three Schuylkill County Government Officials Graduate from CCAP Academy for Excellence in County Government


The County Commissioners Association of Pennsylvania announced that three Schuylkill County officials graduated from their Academy for Excellence in County Government.