Schuylkill County Obituaries for August 1st, 2026

                                        

Skook News Obituaries:  August 1st, 2026

DEP Postpones Public Hearing on Proposed BRADS Landfill Permit Modification in Schuylkill County

The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) has announced that a public hearing scheduled for this week regarding a proposed major permit modification for the Blythe Recycling and Demolition Site (BRADS) Landfill in Schuylkill County has been postponed.

Schuylkill County Fair Wraps Up Saturday with Full Day of Events

The 2026 Schuylkill County Fair will conclude Saturday, August 1, with horse shows, agricultural events, parades, carnival rides and live entertainment.

Schuylkill County Marriage Licenses - July 2026

The following are marriage licenses that were issued during July 2026 through the Schuylkill County Register of Wills.

Ringtown Man Loses $3,000 in Amazon Gift Card Scam

A 65-year-old Ringtown man lost $3,000 after falling victim to an Amazon gift card scam, according to the Pennsylvania State Police at Frackville.

Rush Township Street to Close for Nearly Two Weeks for Railroad Crossing Work

Motorists traveling through Rush Township should prepare for an extended road closure beginning next month as PennDOT crews complete railroad crossing improvements.

Schuylkill County Area Students Earn Degrees from Kutztown University

More than 1,200 students were awarded degrees by Kutztown University following the completion of the Spring 2026 semester, including dozens of graduates from Schuylkill County and the surrounding area.

Schuylkill County Students Earn University of Scranton Spring 2026 Dean's List Recognition

Five Schuylkill County students have been recognized for their academic achievement by earning a place on The University of Scranton's Dean's List for the Spring 2026 semester.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for July 31st, 2026

                                       

Skook News Obituaries:  July 31st, 2026

City of Pottsville Seeks Applicants for New Assistant City Administrator/Authority & Grants Manager Position

The City of Pottsville is accepting applications for a newly created leadership position that combines municipal administration, authority management, economic development coordination, and grant administration into a single role.

Greater Shenandoah Area Historical Society to Revisit Borough's 1966 Centennial Celebration

The Greater Shenandoah Area Historical Society is inviting the public to take a trip back in time during its upcoming monthly presentation on Tuesday, August 4, 2026.

Military and First Responders Day Set for Friday at Schuylkill County Fair

The Schuylkill County Fair continues Friday, July 31, with a day dedicated to honoring veterans, active military members and first responders.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for July 30th, 2026

                                      

Skook News Obituaries:  July 30th, 2026

Frackville Man Charged with Felony Theft by Deception Over Unfinished Garage Roof Repair

A Frackville man is facing a felony theft charge after Pennsylvania State Police allege he accepted thousands of dollars to repair a damaged garage roof but never completed the work.

Teen Killed, Four Others Injured in Head-On Crash with Tractor-Trailer on Burma Road in Schuylkill County

A head-on crash involving a passenger vehicle and a tractor-trailer in Blythe Township Wednesday night claimed the life of an 18-year-old Pottsville woman and left four other people injured, according to Pennsylvania State Police.