Penn State Schuylkill Names New Chancellor

Robert E. Bohrer II, president of Hiram College, has been named chancellor of Penn State Schuylkill, effective July 1.

Copper Pipe Stolen from Schuylkill County Coal Company

Pennsylvania State Police at Frackville are investigating a reported theft at a local coal company that occurred last month.

Schuylkill IU 29, STC Awarded $250K Grant to Launch County’s First Carpentry Pre-Apprenticeship Program

The Schuylkill Intermediate Unit 29 and the Schuylkill Technology Center have been awarded a $250,000 state grant to create new training pathways for aspiring carpenters, according to Dave Argall and state Representatives Tim Twardzik, Jamie Barton, JoAnne Stehr and Dane Watro.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for March 3rd, 2026

                                                            

Skook News Obituaries:  March 3rd, 2026

Schuylkill County School Delays and Closings | March 3rd, 2026

                                                

Schuylkill County School Delays and Closings

March 3rd, 2026

Girardville Man Charged with Animal Cruelty Following Dog Attack on Juvenile

A Girardville man is facing charges after Pennsylvania State Police say his dog attacked his juvenile son last month, leading to an investigation that uncovered alleged animal neglect and licensing violations.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for March 2nd, 2026

                                                           

Skook News Obituaries:  March 2nd, 2026

Three More Schuylkill County Agencies Sign Onto ICE 287(g) Program

Three additional law enforcement agencies in Schuylkill County have officially signed agreements to participate in the federal 287(g) program, according to updated data from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).

Three from Schuylkill County Wanted on Burglary, Conspiracy Charges in Mechanicsville Incident

Three individuals are wanted on charges filed by the Pennsylvania State Police at Schuylkill Haven following an incident last week in Mechanicsville Borough.

SEDCO Awarded $3.1 Million to Prepare Highridge Business Park Site for Development

The Schuylkill Economic Development Corporation (SEDCO) has been awarded more than $3.1 million in state funding to advance development of a parcel in the Highridge Business Park in Foster Township.

Geisinger to Open New ConvenientCare in Southern Schuylkill County

Geisinger will open a new ConvenientCare clinic in Schuylkill County on April 1, expanding access to walk-in medical services for residents in the area.

Winter Weather Advisory Issued for Schuylkill County Ahead of Icy Tuesday Morning Commute

A winter weather advisory has been issued for Schuylkill County ahead of a mix of snow and ice expected to impact the Tuesday morning commute.

Williams Valley To Perform The Addams Family

A cast and crew of more than 30 students will take the stage at Williams Valley High School next week as they present The Addams Family.

PIAA High School Basketball Playoff Schedule for Schuylkill County Teams

       

PIAA High School Basketball Playoff Schedule
for Schuylkill County Teams

First Round Schedule for Schuylkill County High School Basketball teams playing in the PIAA State Playoffs.

Rally Planned in Tremont Opposing Proposed ICE Facility

A non-partisan group of citizens from the Tremont area will host a rally later this month to voice opposition to a proposed ICE facility in Schuylkill County.