Williams Valley School District Receives Grant from NOAA for Environmental Literacy & Sustainability Project

Williams Valley School District has announced that it has been awarded a grant of $298,411.00 from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Bay Watershed Education and Training (B-WET) program. 

Frackville Area Municipal Authority Secures $1.2 Million Loan for Sewer Repairs

The Frackville Area Municipal Authority (FAMA) has successfully secured a low-interest loan of $1,215,000 to undertake a critical infrastructure project. 

Occupants Unharmed After Vehicle Catches Fire near Ashland/Centralia

Emergency personnel from Centralia and Aristes were called to the scene of a vehicle fire on Byrnesville Road/Route 61, between Ashland and Centralia, around 7:30 pm Tuesday.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for July 19, 2023

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      

Skook News Obituaries: July 19, 2023

"Christmas in July" Theme to Grace the Annual Pioneer Days Celebration at Pioneer Tunnel

ASHLAND - The annual Pioneer Days at the historic Pioneer Tunnel in Ashland will be infused with some Christimas spirit this year. 

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for Wednesday, July 19th, 2023

                                                                                                                                                                                      

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast
for Wednesday, July 19th, 2023

Schuylkill County Obituaries for July 18, 2023

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     

Skook News Obituaries: July 18, 2023

Northern Schuylkill County Service Electric Customers Should Expect Service Disruption on Wednesday

Service Electric customers in several northern Schuylkill County communities are set to experience a temporary disruption in their Internet, television, and home phone services on Wednesday, July 19th, starting at 6 a.m. 

Schuylkill County Historical Society Announces August Events

The Schuylkill County Historical Society has lined up more events for history enthusiasts throughout August.

Powerball Jackpot Grows to $1 Billion for Wednesday's Drawing, Three Pennsylvania Winners Announced from Monday's Drawing

The excitement is growing as the Powerball® jackpot reaches a staggering $1 billion, with a cash value of $516.8 million, ahead of the highly anticipated Wednesday drawing. 

Orwigsburg Man Cited for Hurling Water Bottle at Motorist on Route 61

An Orwigsburg man was cited earlier this week for an incident on Route 61 in New Castle Township.

Frackville Man Honored for Decades of Community Service and Coaching Legacy

FRACKVILLE, - The small town of Frackville came together over the weekend to celebrate and honor one of its most cherished residents, John Chuma, for his exceptional dedication to the community. 

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for Tuesday, July 18th, 2023

                                                                                                                                                                                     

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast
for Tuesday, July 18th, 2023

Pennsylvania DEP Announces Code Orange Air Quality Alert for Tuesday

The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) has issued a critical weather alert for July 18, 2023, declaring a Code Orange Air Quality Action Day for fine particulate matter in several areas across Pennsylvania. 

No Injuries Reported in Two-Vehicle Crash in Lavelle

No injuries were reported in a two-vehicle crash in Lavelle on Monday afternoon.