Minersville Man Charged with Trespassing at Lions Pavilion

A 21-year-old Minersville man is facing a criminal charge after police say he trespassed at a local park pavilion posted with “No Trespassing” signs.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for July 26th, 2025

                                                                     

Skook News Obituaries: July 26th, 2025

Wanted Minersville Man Arrested After Fleeing Police, Resisting Arrest

A Minersville man with an active arrest warrant was taken into custody earlier this month following a foot chase and multiple attempts to evade police, according to Minersville Borough Police.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for July 25th, 2025

                                                                    

Skook News Obituaries: July 25th, 2025

Minersville Woman Charged in Burglary and Theft Incident

A homeless woman from Minersville is facing multiple charges after she allegedly entered a borough residence without permission and stole property earlier this month.

PennDOT to Conduct Pothole Patching Projects in Ryan Township Next Week

Motorists traveling through Ryan Township next week should prepare for minor delays as the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) begins pothole patching projects on two local roads.

Hersheypark Releases Statement After Death of 9-Year-Old Guest at The Boardwalk

A nine-year-old child has died following a tragic incident at The Boardwalk water attraction at Hersheypark on Thursday evening.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for July 24th, 2025

                                                                   

Skook News Obituaries: July 24th, 2025

WEATHER ALERT: Heat Advisory Issued for Schuylkill County for Friday

A Heat Advisory has been issued by the National Weather Service for Friday, July 25th, 2025 for Schuylkill County and nearby Pennsylvania counties.

Schuylkill County Brew Fest Celebrates 10th Anniversary This Saturday in Downtown Pottsville

One of Schuylkill County’s most popular summer traditions returns this weekend as the Schuylkill County Brew Fest marks its 10th anniversary on Saturday, July 26, 2025, in Downtown Pottsville. 

Schuylkill County to Host First-Ever Schuylkill Stampede Rodeo This October

Mark your calendars for a rootin’-tootin’ good time as the Schuylkill County Fairgrounds prepares to host the inaugural Schuylkill Stampede Rodeo on Saturday, October 18, 2025, from 1:00 PM to 9:00 PM.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for July 23rd, 2025

                                                                  

Skook News Obituaries: July 23rd, 2025

Schuylkill County's M&J Big Band to Return to the SunnyBrook Ballroom in Pottstown

On Saturday, August 2, 2025, from 6 to 9 p.m., the timeless sound of swing will come roaring back to the iconic Sunnybrook Ballroom in Pottstown as the M&J Big Band of Pottsville takes the stage—and with it, a golden era of American music will live again.

State Police Seek Health Care Providers’ Help in Investigation of Fraudulent Nursing Practices

The Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) Bureau of Criminal Investigation is calling on health care agencies and providers across the state to review employment records as part of an ongoing investigation into fraudulent nursing practices allegedly carried out by Shannon Nicole Womack.

Blue White Tailgate Pawcast: Talkin' Hockey Valley in July

Introducing and welcoming the Blue White Tailgate Pawcast to Skook News.