Congratulations to the North Schuylkill Class of 2026
Motorists traveling through Schuylkill County should be prepared for several PennDOT maintenance projects scheduled this week that could cause daytime traffic delays in the Pottsville, St. Clair, Mahanoy Township, and Butler Township areas.
Veteran driver Duane Howard picked up his 94th career 358 Modified victory Friday night at Big Diamond Speedway, highlighting an action-packed evening of racing despite early weather concerns.
The postseason is set to begin for Schuylkill League baseball and softball teams, with quarterfinal and semifinal action scheduled over the next week at two local venues.
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.

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.
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.