Schuylkill County Amusement Company Pleads Guilty to Felony in Illegal Gambling Device Case

A Schuylkill County-based amusement company has pleaded guilty to a felony charge stemming from the installation and operation of hundreds of illegal video gambling machines across Pennsylvania.

Martz Madness: Minersville Outlasts Eagles in Down-to-the-Wire Battle

Minersville erased an early deficit and survived a late push from Blue Mountain to secure a 50-47 victory Wednesday night at Martz Hall, punching their ticket to the Schuylkill League Championship.

Former Synagogue Collapses in Mahanoy City, No Injuries Reported

Emergency crews were called to the scene of a building collapse Thursday night after a former synagogue gave way along a borough street, narrowly missing nearby vehicles.

Schuylkill County Obituaries | February 12th, 2026

                                         

Skook News Obituaries:  February 12th, 2026

North Schuylkill Band Boosters Receive Community Foundation Grant for New Percussion Equipment

The North Schuylkill Band Boosters Association has received a boost to its music program thanks to funding from the Schuylkill Area Community Foundation.

Schuylkill County History Faire Set for Saturday in Pottsville

History lovers from across the county will have the chance to step back in time this weekend as the Schuylkill County Coalition of Historical Societies hosts its annual History Faire on Saturday, February 14th.

Woman Exposes Herself, Resists Arrest, Assaults Trooper in Pine Grove

A Pine Grove woman is facing multiple charges after Pennsylvania State Police say she resisted arrest, assaulted a trooper, and damaged a patrol vehicle during an incident Wednesday afternoon in Schuylkill County.

Schuylkill County Obituaries | February 11th, 2026

                                        

Skook News Obituaries:  February 11th, 2026

Schuylkill County Commissioners Provide Update on Proposed Tremont ICE Facility; Residents Press for Opposition and Answers

Schuylkill County Commissioners on Wednesday said they have been in frequent contact with federal and state officials as they seek more information about the Department of Homeland Security’s reported purchase of a facility in Tremont Township that is intended to be used as an Immigration and Customs Enforcement detention center.

Schuylkill Haven Rallies Past Mahanoy Area, Advances to Schuylkill League Championship

 

After a slow start, Schuylkill Haven turned up the pressure and flipped the game in the middle quarters, outscoring Mahanoy Area by 17 points in the second period alone to power past the Golden Bears, 53-38, and punch their ticket to the Schuylkill League championship game.

Lourdes Downs North Schuylkill 49-32 in Schuylkill League Semifinals

After trailing early, Our Lady of Lourdes seized control in the middle quarters and pulled away for a 49-32 victory over North Schuylkill in the Schuylkill League Girls’ Basketball Semifinals at Martz Hall.

Schuylkill County Obituaries | February 10th, 2026

                                       

Skook News Obituaries:  February 10th, 2026

Schuylkill County Man Charged After Alleged Copper Wire Thefts, HVAC Damage at West Brunswick Township Business Complex

A Schuylkill County man is facing multiple felony charges after Pennsylvania State Police say he was caught behind a West Brunswick Township business complex where copper wiring and HVAC units had repeatedly been damaged or stolen.

Winter Weather Advisory Issued for Schuylkill County; Light Freezing Rain Expected This Evening

Schuylkill County residents should expect potentially slick travel conditions tonight as the National Weather Service has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for the area.

Woman Stabbed Man With BBQ Fork, Slashed Tire During Domestic Dispute in New Philadelphia

A New Philadelphia woman is facing multiple charges following an alleged domestic altercation that left a man injured and property damaged, according to Pennsylvania State Police at Frackville.