Northern Schuylkill County Natives Selected as Penn State Schuylkill Commencement Speakers

Two natives of northern Schuylkill County will take center stage at Penn State Schuylkill’s upcoming commencement ceremonies, serving as keynote speakers for the Class of 2026.

Meth, Cash Found Hidden Under Hood of Vehicle in Minersville Arrest

A Lykens man is facing felony drug charges after police say suspected methamphetamine and cash were discovered hidden inside a vehicle during an investigation Wednesday night.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for April 9th, 2026

 

Skook News Obituaries:  April 9th, 2026

Schuylkill and Surrounding County First Responders Gather to Send Off Ringtown Fire Chief Ahead of Military Deployment

A large show of support unfolded Wednesday evening as first responders from across Schuylkill County and beyond gathered to honor Ringtown Valley Fire and Rescue Chief Joey Gilbert ahead of his deployment for active military service.

Girardville Man Charged After Shotgun Fired During Disturbance, Three Injured

A Schuylkill County man is facing multiple felony charges after a disturbance escalated into gunfire Wednesday evening near Girardville.

Schuylkill County Man on Megan's Law List Jailed on Drug Charges Following Federal Search Warrant

A Shenandoah Heights man is facing multiple drug charges after investigators allegedly discovered methamphetamine, marijuana, and drug-related materials while executing a federal search warrant tied to a child exploitation investigation, according to court documents.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for April 8th, 2026

 

Skook News Obituaries:  April 8th, 2026

Ex-Boyfriend Found Hiding in Closet During Shenandoah Burglary

Police are searching for a man wanted in connection with an early morning burglary in the borough on Wednesday.

Former Schuylkill County Police Officer Charged in Computer Crimes, Stalking Investigation

A former Schuylkill County police officer is facing dozens of charges following an investigation by the Pennsylvania Attorney General’s Office into allegations of harassment, stalking, and unauthorized computer use.

American Legion in Frackville Cited for Multiple Liquor Control Violations

The American Legion in Frackville has been cited for numerous alleged violations of Pennsylvania’s Liquor Code following an investigation by the Pennsylvania State Police Bureau of Liquor Control Enforcement.

Schuylkill County High School Baseball and Softball Scoreboard - April 7th, 2026

                                                                         

Schuylkill County High School Baseball and Softball Scoreboard
April 7th, 2026

Elderly Schuylkill County Man Targeted in $2,800 Identity Theft Case

Pennsylvania State Police at Schuylkill Haven are investigating an identity theft incident that resulted in the attempted withdrawal of $2,800 from a Schuylkill County resident’s bank account.

Charges Filed Against Schuylkill County Man for Strangulation, Assault in North Manheim Township

The Pennsylvania State Police at Schuylkill Haven are seeking a Schuylkill Haven man in connection with an alleged assault that occurred late last month in North Manheim Township.

State Police Investigating $75,000 Theft of Refrigerated Freight in Luzerne County

Pennsylvania State Police at Hazleton are investigating the theft of a large freight shipment that occurred in Hazle Township, Luzerne County.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for April 7th, 2026

Skook News Obituaries:  April 7th, 2026