Hersheypark Releases Statement After Death of 9-Year-Old Guest at The Boardwalk

A nine-year-old child has died following a tragic incident at The Boardwalk water attraction at Hersheypark on Thursday evening.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for July 24th, 2025

                                                                   

Skook News Obituaries: July 24th, 2025

WEATHER ALERT: Heat Advisory Issued for Schuylkill County for Friday

A Heat Advisory has been issued by the National Weather Service for Friday, July 25th, 2025 for Schuylkill County and nearby Pennsylvania counties.

Schuylkill County Brew Fest Celebrates 10th Anniversary This Saturday in Downtown Pottsville

One of Schuylkill County’s most popular summer traditions returns this weekend as the Schuylkill County Brew Fest marks its 10th anniversary on Saturday, July 26, 2025, in Downtown Pottsville. 

Schuylkill County to Host First-Ever Schuylkill Stampede Rodeo This October

Mark your calendars for a rootin’-tootin’ good time as the Schuylkill County Fairgrounds prepares to host the inaugural Schuylkill Stampede Rodeo on Saturday, October 18, 2025, from 1:00 PM to 9:00 PM.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for July 23rd, 2025

                                                                  

Skook News Obituaries: July 23rd, 2025

Schuylkill County's M&J Big Band to Return to the SunnyBrook Ballroom in Pottstown

On Saturday, August 2, 2025, from 6 to 9 p.m., the timeless sound of swing will come roaring back to the iconic Sunnybrook Ballroom in Pottstown as the M&J Big Band of Pottsville takes the stage—and with it, a golden era of American music will live again.

State Police Seek Health Care Providers’ Help in Investigation of Fraudulent Nursing Practices

The Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) Bureau of Criminal Investigation is calling on health care agencies and providers across the state to review employment records as part of an ongoing investigation into fraudulent nursing practices allegedly carried out by Shannon Nicole Womack.

Blue White Tailgate Pawcast: Talkin' Hockey Valley in July

Introducing and welcoming the Blue White Tailgate Pawcast to Skook News.

Marian Catholic High School Forms Committee to Launch National Search for Next Head of School

Marian Catholic High School has formally initiated the process to identify its next Head of School, with the announcement of a newly formed Search Committee that will oversee a national search for the position.

Eye Consultants of Pennsylvania to Pay $790,000 to Settle Medicare Billing Allegations

The United States Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of Pennsylvania announced on Monday that Eye Consultants of Pennsylvania, PC (ECOP) has agreed to pay $790,000 to resolve allegations under the False Claims Act. 

Schuylkill County Obituaries for July 22nd, 2025

                                                                 

Skook News Obituaries: July 22nd, 2025

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for Tuesday, July 22nd, 2025

            

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast

for Tuesday, July 22nd, 2025

Moms for Make-A-Wish Softball Tournament Returns to Schuylkill Haven for 34th Year

The 34th Annual Moms for Make-A-Wish® Softball Tournament is set to return to Island Park in Schuylkill Haven, bringing a weekend of softball, food, and fundraising to support local children facing critical illnesses.

Pennsylvania State Police at Schuylkill Haven to Intensify DUI Patrols in August

   

The Pennsylvania State Police at Schuylkill Haven have announced plans to increase DUI patrols throughout the month of August as part of an ongoing effort to reduce the number of impaired drivers on the road.