Pennsylvania State Troopers Association Calls for Answers Following Death of Trooper Michael Pahira Jr.

The Pennsylvania State Troopers Association (PSTA) is calling for answers following the death of Trooper Michael E. Pahira Jr., who was struck and killed while conducting a commercial vehicle inspection along Interstate 81 in Schuylkill County.

UPDATE: Severe Thunderstorm Watch Issued for Schuylkill County as Strong Storms Move Across Pennsylvania

UPDATE (Sunday Evening): The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch for Schuylkill County and portions of Pennsylvania as strong to severe storms move through the region.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for July 5th, 2026

             

Skook News Obituaries:  July 5th, 2026

DEATH INVESTIGATION: Schuylkill County Man Found Dead Along Roadway in Pine Grove Township Saturday Night

Pennsylvania State Police are investigating after a Pine Grove man was found dead along a roadway Saturday night.

WEATHER ALERT: Flood Watch Issued for Schuylkill County Through Monday Evening

The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Watch for Schuylkill County and much of central Pennsylvania, warning that multiple rounds of heavy rain and thunderstorms could lead to flash flooding beginning Sunday afternoon and continuing through Monday evening.

More Than 1,800 Without Power in Schuylkill County Following Overnight Storms

More than 1,800 PPL customers remained without power Sunday morning after strong storms moved through Schuylkill County late Saturday night into early Sunday morning.

Port Carbon Celebrates Schuylkill County’s Longest-Running Fourth of July Tradition

Port Carbon continued one of Schuylkill County’s most historic Independence Day traditions on Saturday with the borough’s annual Fourth of July Parade.

Big Diamond Speedway Results from Friday, July 3rd, 2026

Big Diamond Speedway Honors Georgie Stevenson’s Memory; Metzger Earns First Modified Victory During Memorial Night

Schuylkill County Coroner Called to Motorcycle Crash in Mahanoy Township

A Schuylkill County Coroner has been called to the scene of a motorcycle crash near Shenandoah

Severe Thunderstorm Watch Issued for Schuylkill County Through Saturday Night

 

A Severe Thunderstorm Watch has been issued for Schuylkill County and much of Pennsylvania as storms are expected to move through the region Saturday evening.

Greater Shenandoah Area Historical Society Presentation to Highlight History of Main and Center Streets

The Greater Shenandoah Area Historical Society will take a look back at the history of one of Shenandoah’s most recognizable intersections during its upcoming presentation meeting.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for July 3rd, 2026

             

Skook News Obituaries:  July 3rd, 2026

Services Announced for Fallen Pennsylvania State Police Trooper Michael Pahira Jr.

Funeral services have been announced for Pennsylvania State Police Trooper First Class Michael E. Pahira Jr., who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty on Wednesday, July 1, 2026.

WEATHER ALERT: Severe Thunderstorm Watch Issued for Schuylkill County and Much of Pennsylvania

A Severe Thunderstorm Watch has been issued for Schuylkill County and a large portion of Pennsylvania as storms could impact the area Friday evening.

UPDATE: DHS Confirms Immigration Status of Truck Driver Charged in Crash That Killed Trooper Pahira

The Department of Homeland Security has confirmed additional information regarding the immigration status of the Massachusetts truck driver charged in the crash that claimed the life of Pennsylvania State Police Trooper Michael E. Pahira Jr.