Shenandoah Releases Forensic Report Alleging Overpayments to Former Borough Manager

Shenandoah Borough officials have released new allegations following the completion of a forensic review into post-retirement payments made to former Borough Manager Joseph Palubinsky—a review Borough Manager Mike Cadau says reveals significant financial irregularities and unauthorized compensation.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for November 17th, 2025

                                                                                                                                                                                     

Skook News Obituaries:  November 17th, 2025

Schuylkill County High School Basketball Teams Come Together for 2nd Annual Media Day

Schuylkill County’s basketball community gathered once again on Sunday for the 2nd Annual Schuylkill County High School Basketball Media Day, hosted at the Schuylkill Haven Area High School Performance Center. 

UPDATE: Boil Water Advisory Issued for Portions of Pottsville Following Water Main Break

Following Monday morning’s water main break near the Roller Roost, a Boil Water Advisory has now been issued for affected customers in Pottsville.

Pottsville Rotary Recognizes November Students of the Month

The Pottsville Rotary Club recognized its November Students of the Month at the Club’s weekly meeting on Wednesday, November 5, 2025, at Vito’s Coal Fired Restaurant in St. Clair.

Pottsville Man Injured After High-Speed Route 61 Crash Sends Vehicle Down 100-Foot Embankment

A Pottsville man was injured Friday morning after crashing his vehicle down a steep embankment along Route 61, according to Pottsville Police.

Water Main Break Leaves Parts of Pottsville Without Service Monday Morning

Portions of Pottsville are without water Monday morning following a significant water main break near the Roller Roost, close to the Pottsville City–Norwegian Township line.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for November 16th, 2025

                                                                                                                                                                                    

Skook News Obituaries:  November 16th, 2025

Schuylkill Chamber of Commerce Applauds State Investment in Child Care Workforce

The Schuylkill Chamber of Commerce is praising a landmark investment by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania aimed at addressing the statewide shortage of child care educators—a crisis that has long strained families, employers, and the broader workforce.

WEATHER ALERT: Wind Advisory Issued for Schuylkill County

       

The National Weather Service has issued a Wind Advisory for Schuylkill County on Sunday.

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.

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.