Tuesday, May 5, 2026

Minersville Police Announce Zero-Tolerance Enforcement at Recreation Complex Amid Rising Incidents


The Minersville Police Department is taking a zero-tolerance stance following a series of recent incidents involving disorderly behavior at the Minersville Recreation Complex, according to Police Chief Jeffrey Bowers.

Schuylkill County Obituaries May 5th, 2026

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Skook News Obituaries:  May 5th, 2026

Monday, May 4, 2026

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for Tuesday, May 5th, 2026

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Schuylkill County Weather Forecast
Tuesday, May 5th, 2026

Weather Outlook: Summerlike warmth peaks Tuesday before a sharp cooldown arrives with soaking rain Wednesday. Cooler, more seasonable conditions follow through the end of the week, with another chance of showers by the weekend.


Tuesday, May 5, 2026

Day: A mix of sunshine and clouds with very warm conditions. High near 83°F. Winds SW at 10–15 mph.

Night: Considerable cloudiness with showers developing late. Low around 62°F. Winds SSW at 5–10 mph.

Rain Chance: 40%

Sunrise: 5:58 AM | Sunset: 8:05 PM


Wednesday, May 6, 2026

Day: Cloudy with periods of rain. Cooler. High near 64°F. Winds SSW at 5–10 mph.

Rain Chance: 90% (around a half inch possible)

Night: Cloudy early with partial clearing late. Low around 47°F. Winds NW at 5–10 mph.

Sunrise: 5:57 AM | Sunset: 8:06 PM


Thursday, May 7, 2026

Day: Partly cloudy in the morning, becoming mostly cloudy later in the day. High near 58°F. Winds NW at 5–10 mph.

Night: A few clouds. Low around 41°F. Winds NW at 5–10 mph.

Sunrise: 5:56 AM | Sunset: 8:07 PM


Friday, May 8, 2026

Day: Partly cloudy skies. High near 63°F. Winds W at 5–10 mph.

Night: A few clouds. Low around 48°F. Winds light and variable.

Sunrise: 5:55 AM | Sunset: 8:08 PM


Saturday, May 9, 2026

Day: Overcast with periods of rain showers. High near 63°F. Winds SSW at 5–10 mph.

Rain Chance: 60%

Night: A few showers early, then clearing overnight. Low around 48°F. Winds light and variable.

Rain Chance: 30%

Sunrise: 5:54 AM | Sunset: 8:09 PM


Forecast information is subject to change. Stay with Skook News for the latest updates.

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Shenandoah Valley Names Laureny Salguero as April Student of the Month


Shenandoah Valley Jr./Sr. High School
April Student of the Month
Laureny Salguero

Shenandoah Valley has named Laureny Salguero as their April Student of the Month. Laureny will be attending the May school board meeting where she will be recognized.

Tamaqua Area’s Leah Black Earns Inaugural PHEAA/PIAA All-Academic Athletic Team Scholarship



Tamaqua Area senior Leah Black has been recognized among the top student-athletes in Pennsylvania, earning selection to the inaugural All-Academic Athletic Team announced by the Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic Association in partnership with the Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for May 4th, 2026

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Skook News Obituaries:  May 4th, 2026

Blue Mountain School District Placed on Soft Lockdown Monday Morning


The Blue Mountain School District placed all of its schools under a soft lockdown Monday morning following what officials say may be a widespread robocall threat impacting multiple districts across eastern Pennsylvania.

Sunday, May 3, 2026

Schuylkill County Obituaries for May 3rd, 2026

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Skook News Obituaries:  May 3rd, 2026

Schuylkill Technology Center Students Earn State Honors at SkillsUSA Conference


Students representing the Schuylkill Technology Center (STC) turned in strong performances at the statewide level, earning recognition during the 58th Annual SkillsUSA Pennsylvania State Leadership and Skill Conference held at the Hershey Lodge.

Shenandoah Officials Announce $40K Recovery, Additional Funds Under Review

The Borough of Shenandoah has begun recovering funds tied to a forensic investigation involving its former secretary/treasurer, with officials confirming that an initial $40,000 payment is being issued through an insurance bond, and an additional $60,000 is pending.

Penn State Schuylkill Honors Students at Annual Academic Program Awards Ceremony



Penn State Schuylkill celebrated student achievement during its annual Academic Program Awards Ceremony on April 27, recognizing more than 50 students for outstanding academic performance across a wide range of disciplines.

Mahanoy Township Police Respond to Shots Fired at Water Treatment Plant, Arrest Two for Trespassing


Mahanoy Township Police Department officers quickly responded to a report of shots fired at the local water treatment plant on Brandonville Road on Friday evening, May 1, 2026, leading to the arrest of two adult males.

Saturday, May 2, 2026

DEP Renews BRADS Landfill Permit in Schuylkill County Through 2035

The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) has renewed the operating permit for the Blythe Recycling and Demolition Site (BRADS) Landfill in Blythe Township, extending its ability to continue operating through January 20, 2035.

Frost Advisory Issued for Schuylkill County Overnight into Sunday Morning


The National Weather Service has issued a Frost Advisory for Schuylkill County and surrounding areas, in effect from 11:00 PM Saturday through 9:00 AM Sunday.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for May 2nd, 2026

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Skook News Obituaries:  May 2nd, 2026