Road Work Scheduled on Several Schuylkill County Roads Next Week

PennDOT has announced upcoming road work that will affect drivers in different parts of Schuylkill County over the next week. 

Schuylkill County Obituaries for June 20th, 2025

                                  

Skook News Obituaries: June 20th, 2025

Extreme Heat Watch Issued for Schuylkill County and Central Pennsylvania Early Next Week

The National Weather Service has issued an Extreme Heat Watch for Central Pennsylvania, including Schuylkill County, with dangerously high temperatures expected from Sunday morning, June 22, 2025, through Wednesday evening, June 25, 2025.

Pennsylvania State Police Investigating Stolen Vehicle in Gilberton

State Police at Frackville are investigating the theft of a vehicle that occurred early morning hours of Monday, June 9th, 2025 in Gilberton.

Keith Lehman Steps Down as Pine Grove Area Head Baseball Coach After 25 Seasons

After a 25-year career leading the Pine Grove Area High School baseball program, Head Coach Keith Lehman has announced he will not return for the 2025-26 school year.

Shenandoah Heights Man Charged Following Disturbance Involving Firearm

A Shenandoah Heights man is facing multiple charges after an altercation and alleged firearm incident that took place on Friday, June 13, 2025.

   

Schuylkill County Fireworks Schedule for 2025

Police Investigating Stolen Vehicle in Shenandoah

Police in Shenandoah are investigating the theft of a vehicle that occurred earlier this week in the borough.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for June 19th, 2025

                                 

Skook News Obituaries: June 19th, 2025

Schuylkill County Man Wanted on Robbery and Threat Charges Following Domestic Incident in West Mahanoy Township

An arrest warrant has been issued for a West Mahanoy Township man accused of robbery, theft, making terroristic threats, and harassment following a domestic dispute earlier this month.

Ashland Man Charged in Robbery Incident, Remains in Schuylkill County Prison

An Ashland man is facing multiple charges after allegedly forcefully taking a woman’s cell phone during a dispute earlier this month.

WEATHER ALERT: Severe Thunderstorm Watch Issued for Schuylkill County

                  

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

Jeff Bowers Named New Head Coach of Pottsville Crimson Tide Softball Program

A new but familiar face will be taking the reins of the Pottsville Area Crimson Tide softball program for the 2026 season. 

Shenandoah Man Charged After Police Chase Ends in Crash

A Shenandoah man is facing multiple charges following a dangerous police pursuit that ended in a crash on Thursday, June 5, 2025.

Two Suspects in Custody Following Stolen Vehicle Pursuit Spanning Schuylkill and Luzerne Counties; Two Suspects at Large

A police pursuit involving a stolen vehicle early Wednesday morning resulted in two arrests, with additional suspects still at large as the investigation continues.