Wednesday, August 2, 2023

Schuylkill County Obituaries for August 2, 2023

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    

Skook News Obituaries: August 2, 2023

Orwigsburg Residents Come Together to Celebrate Successful National Night Out Event


ORWIGSBURG - The spirit of unity and community was alive and thriving as the Orwigsburg Police Department hosted its annual National Night Out event on Tuesday evening.

Minersville Property Owner Faces Theft Charges for Illegally Restoring Water Service


The owner of a property located in Minersville is now under scrutiny as he is confronted with theft charges following allegations that he reinstated water service to his property in violation of regulations.

Nearly 400 Homes Without Power in Girardville Area

Nearly 400 homes are without power Wednesday afternoon.

Schuylkill County Fair Schedule of Events - Wednesday, August 2nd, 2023

   

Schedule of events for Day 3 of the Schuylkill County Fair.  The fair runs through Saturday, August 5th, 2023 at the fairgrounds on Fair Road in Summit Station near Schuylkill Haven.

Prescribed Burn Scheduled Wednesday for Western Schuylkill County

   

On Wednesday, the Pennsylvania Game Commission will be conducting a controlled burn in Schuylkill County.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for August 1, 2023

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   

Skook News Obituaries: August 1, 2023

Tuesday, August 1, 2023

Road Closed in Cass Township for a Tractor Trailer Rollover

A road in Cass Township is closed Tuesday afternoon for a tractor trailer rollover.

TRAFFIC ALERT: Tractor Trailer Rollover on Route 61/The Grade

Drivers should expect delays Tuesday afternoon heading northbound on the Grade/Route 61 between St. Clair and Frackville.

Schuylkill County Fair Schedule of Events - Tuesday, August 1st, 2023

  

Schedule of events for Day 2 of the Schuylkill County Fair.  The fair runs through Saturday, August 5th, 2023 at the fairgrounds on Fair Road in Summit Station near Schuylkill Haven.

Victim Identified in Sunday's Fatal Crash on Route 183

The victim in a fatal crash on Route 183 in Wayne Township, Schuylkill County has been identified.

State Police Investigate Attempted Burglary in Albany Township, Berks County



Pennsylvania State Police are investigating an attempted burglary near the Berks/Schuylkill County line.

State Police Investigating Bomb Threat Made to Shenandoah Turkey Hill

The Pennsylvania State Police from Frackville are investigating an incident where a bomb threat was made to the Turkey Hill in Shenandoah.

Monday, July 31, 2023

State Police Release More Details on Fatal Gold Star Highway Crash

The Pennsylvania State Police have released more information on the crash that injured three and took the life of an 18-year-old on Monday morning.

Schuylkill County Communities Schedule Events for National Night Out

 

Several Schuylkill County communities have scheduled National Night Out events for Tuesday, August 1st, 2023. 

Driver Transported After Crash in Pottsville


POTTSVILLE - An Orwigsburg man was transported to the hospital after a crash on Friday.

Winning Powerball Ticket Sold in Schuylkill County


FRACKVILLE - Pennsylvania Lottery retailer in Schuylkill County sold a Powerball® with Power Play® ticket worth $150,000 for the Saturday, July 29 drawing.

Pottsville Police Charge Two After Incident Involving Firearm


POTTSVILLE - Pottsville Police have charged two men after an incident involving a firearm last weekend.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for July 31, 2023

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  

Skook News Obituaries: July 31, 2023

Schuylkill County Fair Schedule of Events - Monday, July 31st, 2023

 

Schedule of events for Day 1 of the Schuylkill County Fair.  The fair runs through Saturday, August 5th, 2023 at the fairgrounds on Fair Road in Summit Station near Schuylkill Haven.

Road Project on Route 54 to Begin Monday to Facilitate New Mahanoy Business Park Entrance



MAHANOY TOWNSHIP - In an effort to pave the way for the upcoming Mahanoy Business Park, a road project is set to begin on Monday, July 31st, 2023, on Route 54 near Mahanoy City. 

UPDATE: Victim Identified in Fatal Gold Star Highway Crash near Gilberton/Shenandoah

WEST MAHANOY TOWNSHIP - The victim in a fatal crash early Monday morning on Route 924 has been identified.

Early Morning Fire in Shenandoah Under Investigation; One Displaced

SHENANDOAH - An early morning fire is under investigation in Shenandoah.

Schuylkill County Coroner Called to Crash on Gold Star Highway between Gilberton and Shenandoah

The Schuylkill County Coroner's Office was called to the scene of a crash on Route 924 in West Mahanoy Township early Monday.

Sunday, July 30, 2023

Schuylkill County Coroner Called to Crash on Route 183

The Schuylkill County Coroner's Office was called to the scene of a crash on Route 183 late Sunday.

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for Monday, July 31st, 2023

                                                                                                                                                                                              

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast
for Monday, July 31st, 2023

Schuylkill County Obituaries for July 30, 2023

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 

Skook News Obituaries: July 30, 2023

Schuylkill County Fair Opens Monday Celebrating "40 Years of Growing the Future"


SUMMIT STATION - The anticipated 2023 Schuylkill County Fair will kick off on Monday, July 31st, with a grand celebration of "40 Years of Growing the Future" at the Schuylkill County Fairgrounds in Summit Station.

Big Diamond Speedway Results from Friday, July 28, 2023


Nick Rochinski wins first of season at Big Diamond.

Saturday, July 29, 2023

Schuylkill County Obituaries for July 29, 2023

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                

Skook News Obituaries: July 29, 2023

WEATHER ALERT: Severe Thunderstorm Watch Issued for Schuylkill County

      


The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch for Schuylkill County and surrounding counties.

Marian Catholic High School Holds Fillies Softball Camp



This July, Marian Catholic welcomed 32 campers to their 2023 Marian Catholic Fillies Softball Camp! 

Senators Casey and Murkowski Introduce Legislation to Bolster Support for Domestic Violence Survivors


Washington, D.C. – In a bid to combat the alarming rates of domestic violence across the United States, Senators Bob Casey (D-PA) and Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) have joined forces to introduce a groundbreaking bill. 

Metal Bridge Piping Reported Stolen in Porter Township

The Pennsylvania State Police at Schuylkill Haven are investigating a report of metal stolen in Porter Township.

One Injured in Gordon Nagle Trail Crash near Pottsville


A woman was injured in a crash on the Gordon Nagle Trail in Pottsville on Wednesday.

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for Saturday, July 29th, 2023

                                                                                                                                                                                             

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast
for Saturday, July 29th, 2023

Friday, July 28, 2023

PennDOT Announces Pothole Patching for Route 209 in Pottsville


The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) has announced that there will be pothole patching work taking place on Route 209 in the area between 2nd Street and 23rd Street in Pottsville starting next week.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for July 28, 2023

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               

Skook News Obituaries: July 28, 2023

Grand Opening of "The Chopping Block": A New Entertainment Hub in Pottsville



The Schuylkill Chamber of Commerce proudly inaugurated the grand opening of "The Chopping Block," a unique and exciting new entertainment venue in Pottsville. 

Schuylkill County Broadband Task Force Endorses Comcast for COVID-19 ARPA Broadband Infrastructure Program


A collaborative effort by the Schuylkill County Broadband Task Force (BTF) has resulted in the endorsement of Comcast, a prominent internet service provider (ISP), for the COVID-19 ARPA Broadband Infrastructure Program. 

Thursday, July 27, 2023

Schuylkill County Obituaries for July 27, 2023

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              

Skook News Obituaries: July 27, 2023

One Transported After Crash in Pottsville


One person was transported to the hospital after a crash in Pottsville on Wednesday.

WEATHER ALERT: Heat Advisory Issued for Schuylkill County

  


The National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory for Schuylkill County for Thursday and Friday.

Williams Valley Superintendent Announces Resignation


WILLIAMSTOWN - On Friday, Superintendent of Williams Valley School District, John Rizzo, revealed that he has tendered his resignation from the position. 

First of Former Berks County Jehovah’s Witnesses Member Pleads Guilty to Child Sexual Assault Crimes


Pennsylvania Attorney General Michelle Henry announced Wednesday that Jesse Hill, a former member of Jehovah’s Witnesses from Berks County, who now resides in Georgia, has pleaded guilty to charges related to the sexual assault and exploitation of two minors. 

Wednesday, July 26, 2023

Schuylkill County Obituaries for July 26, 2023

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                             

Skook News Obituaries: July 26, 2023

Special Presentation on Anthracite Miners in the Civil War at The Greater Shenandoah Area Historical Society


SHENANDOAH - The Greater Shenandoah Area Historical Society has announced its upcoming monthly meeting, scheduled for Tuesday, August 1st, at the Historical Center, located at 201 South Main Street, Shenandoah. 

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for Wednesday, July 26th, 2023

                                                                                                                                                                                            

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast
for Wednesday, July 26th, 2023

Tuesday, July 25, 2023

Schuylkill County Obituaries for July 25, 2023

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            

Skook News Obituaries: July 25, 2023

Copper Piping Stolen from Home in New Philadelphia

NEW PHILADELPHIA - The Pennsylvania State Police at Frackville are investigating a report of a theft.