Sunday, November 16, 2025

Shenandoah Man Wanted by Schuylkill County Detectives on Four Active Bench Warrants

 

A Shenandoah man is wanted in Schuylkill County after failing to report to prison earlier this month to begin serving multiple court-ordered sentences.

North Schuylkill Community Honors Legendary Coach Joe Cesari at Memorial Service

More than 150 family members, friends, former athletes, wrestling officials, and school administrators from across the region gathered Saturday at North Schuylkill High School to honor the life and legacy of Joseph “Joe” Cesari, the iconic coach whose influence shaped generations of student-athletes.

Saturday, November 15, 2025

Schuylkill County Obituaries for November 15th, 2025

                                                                                                                                                                                   

Skook News Obituaries:  November 15th, 2025

Schuylkill United Way Raises Over $1.14 Million for 2026 Campaign


The Schuylkill United Way (SUW) celebrated another year of community generosity on Friday morning, announcing more than $1,140,000 raised during its 2026 Campaign.

Victim Identified in Fatal Crash on Interstate 81 in Schuylkill County



A three-vehicle crash on Interstate 81 South claimed the life of a Shenandoah man and injured two others Friday evening, according to a Pennsylvania State Police at Frackville.

UPDATE: Two Dead in Apparent Murder–Suicide in Ashland


The Pennsylvania State Police at Frackville are investigating an incident in Ashland after an argument between two residents escalated into a fatal shooting Friday.

Friday, November 14, 2025

Free On-Street and Deck Parking Returns to Downtown Pottsville for the Holidays


Shoppers, diners, and visitors to Downtown Pottsville will once again enjoy free parking this holiday season.

Schuylkill County Lands $4.975M for Fire Station Upgrade, Dental Training Hub, and Health & Business Center


Congressman Dan Meuser (PA-09) announced this week that he has secured $4.975 million in federal funding to advance three major community projects across Schuylkill County.

Mahanoy City Elks Lodge Donates $6,000 to Support Schuylkill County Food Pantries



The Mahanoy City BPOE 695 has continued its longstanding mission of community service with a significant contribution to help local families in need. 

Schuylkill County Obituaries for November 14th, 2025

                                                                                                                                                                                  

Skook News Obituaries:  November 14th, 2025

Schuylkill County Coroner Called to Interstate 81 Crash, Highway Shut Down

Interstate 81 is closed in both the northbound and southbound lanes Friday evening after a serious crash that occurred around 5:45 PM and resulted in multiple victims, including one person who was reportedly ejected from a vehicle.

Death Investigation Underway in Ashland; State Police Say No Threat to Public


Pennsylvania State Police have launched a death investigation in Ashland after responding to a scene Friday afternoon.

Onvo Celebrates Grand Opening of TownePlace Suites by Marriott at Schuylkill County's Highridge Industrial Park

 

New 111-room extended-stay hotel brings jobs, modern amenities, and new momentum to northern Schuylkill County

Blue Mountain Leads Schuylkill County in 2025 PSSA Results; Most Local Districts Fall Below Statewide Middle of the Pack

Schuylkill County’s 2025 PSSA results reveal significant variation in student performance among local districts when compared both within the county and across Pennsylvania.

Thursday, November 13, 2025

Parachutes, Pierogies, and Christmas Cheer: Skydiving Santa Set to Soar Into Shenandoah

The holiday season in Shenandoah will once again kick off in spectacular fashion as Mrs. T’s Pierogies holds its 18th Skydiving Santa celebration on Friday, November 28, at Veterans Memorial Stadium.