Water Main Break Leaves Parts of Pottsville Without Service Monday Morning

Portions of Pottsville are without water Monday morning following a significant water main break near the Roller Roost, close to the Pottsville City–Norwegian Township line.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for November 16th, 2025

                                                                                                                                                                                    

Skook News Obituaries:  November 16th, 2025

Schuylkill Chamber of Commerce Applauds State Investment in Child Care Workforce

The Schuylkill Chamber of Commerce is praising a landmark investment by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania aimed at addressing the statewide shortage of child care educators—a crisis that has long strained families, employers, and the broader workforce.

WEATHER ALERT: Wind Advisory Issued for Schuylkill County

       

The National Weather Service has issued a Wind Advisory for Schuylkill County on Sunday.

Shenandoah Man Wanted by Schuylkill County Detectives on Four Active Bench Warrants

 

A Shenandoah man is wanted in Schuylkill County after failing to report to prison earlier this month to begin serving multiple court-ordered sentences.

North Schuylkill Community Honors Legendary Coach Joe Cesari at Memorial Service

More than 150 family members, friends, former athletes, wrestling officials, and school administrators from across the region gathered Saturday at North Schuylkill High School to honor the life and legacy of Joseph “Joe” Cesari, the iconic coach whose influence shaped generations of student-athletes.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for November 15th, 2025

                                                                                                                                                                                   

Skook News Obituaries:  November 15th, 2025

Schuylkill United Way Raises Over $1.14 Million for 2026 Campaign

The Schuylkill United Way (SUW) celebrated another year of community generosity on Friday morning, announcing more than $1,140,000 raised during its 2026 Campaign.

Victim Identified in Fatal Crash on Interstate 81 in Schuylkill County

A three-vehicle crash on Interstate 81 South claimed the life of a Shenandoah man and injured two others Friday evening, according to a Pennsylvania State Police at Frackville.

UPDATE: Two Dead in Apparent Murder–Suicide in Ashland

The Pennsylvania State Police at Frackville are investigating an incident in Ashland after an argument between two residents escalated into a fatal shooting Friday.

Free On-Street and Deck Parking Returns to Downtown Pottsville for the Holidays

Shoppers, diners, and visitors to Downtown Pottsville will once again enjoy free parking this holiday season.

Schuylkill County Lands $4.975M for Fire Station Upgrade, Dental Training Hub, and Health & Business Center

Congressman Dan Meuser (PA-09) announced this week that he has secured $4.975 million in federal funding to advance three major community projects across Schuylkill County.

Mahanoy City Elks Lodge Donates $6,000 to Support Schuylkill County Food Pantries

The Mahanoy City BPOE 695 has continued its longstanding mission of community service with a significant contribution to help local families in need. 

Schuylkill County Obituaries for November 14th, 2025

                                                                                                                                                                                  

Skook News Obituaries:  November 14th, 2025

Schuylkill County Coroner Called to Interstate 81 Crash, Highway Shut Down

Interstate 81 is closed in both the northbound and southbound lanes Friday evening after a serious crash that occurred around 5:45 PM and resulted in multiple victims, including one person who was reportedly ejected from a vehicle.