Monday, April 20, 2020

State Police Spring and Summer Youth Camps Canceled


The Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) announced Monday the cancellation of upcoming youth camps, which had been scheduled throughout the spring and summer months, in response to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.

Where are the Positive Cases of COVID-19 in Schuylkill County?

The Department of Health has provided a breakdown by zip code of where the positive and negative cases of Schuylkill County are located.

Pennsylvania's "Stay at Home" Order Extended Until May 8th

During a press conference mid-day by Pennsylvania Department of Health Secretary Rachel Levine and Govenor Tom Wolf, it was announced that the state's "Stay at Home" Order has been extended from April 30th, 2020 to May 8th, 2020.

CORONAVIRUS UPDATE: 6 New Cases in Schuylkill County; Statewide New Cases Under 1,000

On Monday, April 20th, 2020, 6 additional positive cases of the Coronavirus were tested in Schuylkill County bring the total to 267.

Yuengling Summer Celebration in Pottsville Postponed until 2021

Yuengling announced Monday morning that the 2020 Yuengling Summer Celebration schedule for July 11th, 2020 will be postponed until the summer of 2021.

Fire Hoses and Refrigerator Stolen from New Ringgold Fire Company

A refrigerator with two fire hoses inside of it was stolen from the New Ringgold Fire Company last week.

Skook News Obituaries for 04/19/2020


Skook News Obituaries for 04/19/2020

Sunday, April 19, 2020

Family and Friends Help Girardville Woman Celebrate 100th Birthday


A Girardville woman celebrated her 100th birthday with the help of her family and friends.

Memorial Cross Vandalized Near Pine Grove

Vandals damaged a memorial cross that was displayed on a property near Pine Grove.

Stolen Vehicle Recovered After Crash near Klingerstown

A stolen vehicle was found after it was crashed last week near Klingerstown.

CORONAVIRUS UPDATE; 7 New Cases in Schuylkill County; Statewide Death Toll Surpasses 1,000

On Sunday, April 19th, 2020, 7 additional positive cases of the Coronavirus were tested in Schuylkill County bring the total to 261.

Skook News Obituaries for 04/18/2020


Skook News Obituaries for 04/18/2020

Saturday, April 18, 2020

Two Injured in Crash near the Gold Star Plaza on Saturday

On Saturday, two people were injured in a two car crash on the Gold Star Highway.

Friday Night Lights Were Back On In Schuylkill County

On Friday night, high school football stadiums were lit up across Schuylkill County and the Schuylkill League to honor the Seniors of the Class of 2020, as well as the doctors, nurses, and first responders on the front line of the COVID-19 crisis.

Some Pennsylvania Liquor Stores to Open Monday for Curbside Pickup

On Saturday, the Liquor Control Board announced that some liquor stores will be open Monday for curbside pick up only.

CORONAVIRUS UPDATE: 5th COVID-19 Death Reported in Schuylkill County

On Saturday, April 18th, 2020, 10 additional positive cases of the Coronavirus were tested in Schuylkill County bring the total to 254.

Skook News Obituaries for 04/17/2020


Skook News Obituaries for 04/17/2020

Friday, April 17, 2020

Dunkin' Donates Breakfast to All Geisinger Screening Tent Areas

Local Dunkin’ franchisee groups are stepping up to give back to the frontline staff working in nine of Geisinger’s screening tents at in northeast and central Pennsylvania.

Vandals Damage Mailboxes in West Brunswick Township

The Pennsylvania State Police at Schuylkill Haven are investigating several incidents of damaged mailboxes in West Brunswick Township recently.

Theft of Financial Info Leads to Over $3,500 in Fraudulent Transactions

The Pennsylvania State Police at Frackville is investigating a case of identity theft in Schuylkill County.