Saturday, September 23, 2023

Firefighters Respond to House Fire Early Saturday Morning in Blythe Township

Firefighters responded to a house fire in Blythe Township early Saturday morning.

Friday, September 22, 2023

North Schuylkill Football Hall of Fame Welcomes Four New Inductees in 47th Class



The North Schuylkill Football Hall of Fame celebrated its 47th class induction on Friday night during a halftime ceremony at Ghosh Orthodontics Field at Spartan Stadium. 

Schuylkill County High School Football Scoreboard - Week 5

   

Schuylkill County High School Football Scoreboard - Week 5

Week 5 High School Football Final Scores from Schuylkill County and the Schuylkill League.

Operation Clean Sweep: Minersville Authorities Apprehend Nearly a Dozen Wanted Individuals Wanted on Drug Charges

On Friday morning, Schuylkill County law enforcement worked together to execute Operation Clean Sweep in the Minersville area.

DEP Launches Air Monitoring Study in Western Schuylkill County Amid Environmental Concerns


The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is conducting an air monitoring initiative near an active mine reclamation project in Western Schuylkill County. 

Schuylkill County Obituaries for September 22, 2023

    

Skook News Obituaries: September 22, 2023

Frackville Man Charged for Damaging a Vehicle with an Axe


A Frackville man is facing charges for allegedly damaging a vehicle parked on his property earlier this month.

Wednesday, September 20, 2023

Pottsville Man Pleads Guilty in Federal Court to Hacking Snapchat Accounts for Profit


A Pottsville man pled guilty in federal court this week for hacking dozens of Snapchat accounts for money.

Butler Township Appoints Steering Committee to Explore Regional Police Force with Ashland

A follow up to our story we posted last week, Butler Township appointed a steering committee to explore a regional police force with the borough of Ashland.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for September 20, 2023

  

Skook News Obituaries: September 20, 2023

Bizarre Encounter Leads to Charges Against Man in Rush Township


Man charged with recklessly endangering another person and disorderly conduct in Rush Township after a strange incident in Lake Hauto.

Pennsylvania Senate Approves Bill to Move 2024 Primary Election Date to March


HARRISBURG - The Pennsylvania State Senate approved a bill on Wednesday to shift the date of the 2024 primary election. 

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for Wednesday, September 20th, 2023

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast
for Wednesday, September 20, 2023

Ashland Fire Destroys Garage and Damages Nearby Homes

Firefighters responded to a garage fire in Ashland late Tuesday evening.

Tuesday, September 19, 2023

Schuylkill County High School Football Schedule - Week 5

     

Schuylkill County High School Football Schedule - Week 5

The Week 5 Schedule for the Schuylkill County High School Football season.

Pennsylvania State Police Report on Bomb Threat Made to the Fairlane Village Mall

The Pennsylvania State Police from the Schuylkill Haven Barracks have released information on Tuesday afternoon's bomb threat that evacuated the Fairlane Village Mall near Pottsville.

Hazleton and Pottsville Malls Evacuated Tuesday Afternoon

Skook News has received several reports that the Hazleton and Pottsville malls are currently evacuated as of 3:00pm, Tuesday afternoon.

Senate Education Committee Approves Bill to Enhance Parental Insight into School Curriculum


On Tuesday, the Senate Education Committee has given its stamp of approval to a bill aimed at empowering parents with greater visibility into their children's educational experiences. 

Pennsylvania Fire Companies and Ambulance Services Encouraged to Apply for 2023-24 Grant Program


Grants for Construction, Equipment, and Training Available through the Fire Company and Emergency Medical Service Grant Program.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for September 19, 2023

 


Skook News Obituaries: September 19, 2023

Ashland Man Charged with Homicide by Vehicle, Involuntary Manslaughter for Causing Fatal Butler Township Crash

An Ashland man is locked up in Schuylkill County Prison for causing a fatal crash in Butler Township in March of this year.

Tri-Valley Lions Club Recognizes September's Outstanding Student of the Arts


Valley View, September 18, 2023 - On Monday, September 18, 2023, the Tri-Valley Lions Club honored Atticus Edwards as their September 2023 Outstanding Student of the Arts.

Monday, September 18, 2023

Lakefront Festival Marks an Important Milestone at Sweet Arrow Lake

Sweet Arrow Lake will celebrate their annual Lakefront Festival this October. 

Mount Carmel Man Charged for Trespassing on Private Property in Zion Grove

A Mount Carmel man is facing charges after he was caught trespassing on land in Union Township.

Pennsylvania Senate Committee Advances Bill to Block Funding for Russia and Belarus Tied Firms


On Monday, the Senate Appropriations Committee of Pennsylvania gave its approval to a bill aimed at preventing the use of Pennsylvania taxpayer dollars to support companies with ties to the governments of Russia and Belarus.

Champions Crowned at Schuylkill League Golf Championship

On Monday, the 2023 Schuylkill League Golf Championships were held at the Schuylkill Country Club in Orwigsburg.

Schuylkill Intermediate Unit 29 Welcomes New School Police Officers


Mar Lin - Schuylkill Intermediate Unit 29 in Mar Lin has introduced the school's new Police Officers.

Police at Scene of "Suspicious Package" in Shenandoah

Police are at the scene of a suspicious package in Shenandoah.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for September 18, 2023


Skook News Obituaries: September 18, 2023

St. Clair Man Identified and Charged for Stealing Purse from Pottsville Sheetz


A St. Clair man has been charged for a purse theft last month in Pottsville.

Pottsville's Oktoberfest Brings a Taste of Germany to the Heart of the Coal Region


Schuylkill County got a taste of Germany this past weekend during Pottsville's Oktoberfest.

Sunday, September 17, 2023

Firefighters Respond to House Fire in Gilberton



Firefighters responded to a house fire in Gilberton on Sunday evening.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for September 17, 2023

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  

Skook News Obituaries: September 17, 2023

Water Boil Advisory Issued for Ashland and Fountain Springs Areas

A water boil advisory has been issued for all of the entire borough of Ashland and the Fountain Springs area of Butler Township.

Schuylkill County Volunteer Firefighters Take Part in 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb in Lancaster



On a solemn Sunday morning, Schuylkill County Firefighters paid tribute to the heroes of 9/11 by participating in the 13th annual Lancaster 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb. 

Water Main Break Reported on Centre Street in Ashland

Crews are at the scene of a water main break in Ashland.

Shenandoah Public Health & Safety Night Out Scheduled for October 3rd


The Shenandoah Community is coming together for an exciting and informative event: the Shenandoah Public Health & Safety Night Out, scheduled for Tuesday, October 3rd, 2023, from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm.

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for Sunday, September 17th, 2023

  

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast
for Sunday, September 17th, 2023

Get ready for a week of weather transitions in Schuylkill County. After a wet start to the week, brighter skies and pleasant conditions are on the horizon. Here's a detailed look at the weather forecast for the upcoming days in the county.

Saturday, September 16, 2023

HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL: Panther Valley Defeats Shenandoah Valley as Two Players Make History



On Friday night, the Panther Valley Panthers clashed with the Shenandoah Valley Blue Devils. The game was a showcase of exceptional talent and record-breaking performances by both teams.

Schuylkill County Authorities Seek Minersville Woman


Schuylkill County Detectives are asking for the public's help in locating a wanted Minersville woman.

HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL: Mahanoy Area Struggles Against Catasauqua Rough Riders



Mahanoy Area struggled Friday night against the visiting Catasauqua Rough Riders.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for September 16, 2023

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 

Skook News Obituaries: September 16, 2023

Friday, September 15, 2023

Schuylkill County High School Football Scoreboard - Week 4

  

Schuylkill County High School Football Scoreboard - Week 4

Week 4 High School Football Final Scores from Schuylkill County and the Schuylkill League.

Pottsville Man Transported with Serious Injuries After Motorcycle Crash in Ryan Township

A Pottsville man was injured Monday in a crash in Ryan Township.

Charges Pending Against Pottsville Man for Fleeing Frackville Police on Motorcycle


Charges are pending against a Pottsville man after he fled Frackville Police on a motorcycle last month.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for September 15, 2023

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                

Skook News Obituaries: September 15, 2023