Two Schuylkill County Students Receive Knights of Columbus Memorial Scholarships

The Knights of Columbus Council 618 recognized two outstanding local students Saturday morning as recipients of the Knights of Columbus Memorial Scholarship, which was awarded this year in honor of Dr. Stanley G. Rakowsky.

Capt. Jason B. Jones Memorial Day of Caring Brings Community Together Across Schuylkill County

Schuylkill County communities saw an outpouring of volunteerism and community spirit during the annual Capt. Jason B. Jones Memorial Day of Caring organized by the Schuylkill United Way, with more than 300 adult volunteers and over 210 students participating in projects across the county.

Pottsville Area Development Corporation Announces New Leadership

The Pottsville Area Development Corporation (PADCO) has announced the appointment of Lew Dryfoos III as its new Executive Director.

Donaldson Man Charged with Assault of Unborn Child Following Alleged Domestic Incident in Tremont Area

A Donaldson man is facing multiple felony charges, including assault of an unborn child and strangulation, following an alleged domestic assault that occurred earlier this week in Schuylkill County.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for May 8th, 2026

    

Skook News Obituaries:  May 8th, 2026

More Schuylkill County Police Departments Join Federal 287(g) Program

Several additional law enforcement agencies in Schuylkill County have joined the federal 287(g) program since Skook News last reported on the agreements in March.

SCHUYLKILL GRADUATES: Blue Mountain Class of 2026

Congratulations to the Blue Mountain High School Class of 2026.

First Annual Skookstock Set for Saturday at Frackville Elks to Benefit American Cancer Society

The first-ever Skookstock will take place Saturday, May 9, at the Frackville Elks, bringing together local music and community support to benefit the American Cancer Society.

SCHUYLKILL GRADUATES: Nativity BVM Class of 2026

Congratulations to the Nativity BVM Class of 2026!

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

                                                                                           

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

Schuylkill County Obituaries for May 7th, 2026

    

Skook News Obituaries:  May 7th, 2026

Minersville Man Charged with More Than 500 CSAM-Related Offenses

A Minersville man is facing more than 500 felony charges after an investigation by Minersville Police allegedly uncovered hundreds of files containing child sexual abuse material on his cellphone.

SCHUYLKILL GRADUATES: Schuylkill Intermediate Unit 29 Class of 2026

Congratulations to the Schuylkill Intermediate Unit 29 Class of 2026.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for May 6th, 2026

    

Skook News Obituaries:  May 6th, 2026

Ashland Receives Grant to Relight Town Clock, Restore Historic Veterans Memorial Cannon

A new grant awarded to the Borough of Ashland will help bring new life to two community landmarks while continuing broader efforts to beautify the borough.