Wednesday, July 8, 2020

PA Attorney General's Office to Investigate If Criminal Charges Warranted from Halcovage Allegations

The Schuylkill County District Attorney he has handed over the investigation into sexual harassment allegations into Commissioner George Halcovage to the Pennsylvania Attorney General's office.

Localized Flooding Possible from Heavy Downpours on Wednesday; 2 to 4 Inches of Rain Possible

Heavy rain and localized flooding is possible Wednesday afternoon as storms move through Schuylkill County.

State Police Identify Body Found in Northumberland County as Missing Lavelle Man

The Pennsylvania State Police at Stonington announced Wednesday that the body found over the weekend in East Cameron Township, Northumberland was identified as a man reported missing from Lavelle, Butler Township, Schuylkill County.

Skook News Obituaries for 07/07/2020


Skook News Obituaries for 07/07/2020

Tuesday, July 7, 2020

Frackville Softball Team Honors Jaden Leiby by Wearing #6

During the Frackville Fury's 10 and under first game of the season against Shenandoah,on July 2nd, 2020 the team decided to honor, Jaden Leiby.

Five Schuylkill County Area Students Receive Scholarships through St. Luke's Miners Campus Mentorship Program

St. Luke’s Miners Campus recently awarded $1,000 scholarships to five students from their Mentorship Program.

PA Department of Education: Masks and Face Coverings will be Required for Children and Adults in School

As School Districts continue to wait from guidelines from the Department of Education on how to return to the school in the fall, the Pennsylvania Department of Education clarified a question that many have been asking "Will students have to wear masks at school?".

State Police Investigating Dog Attack in Sheppton

The Pennsylvania State Police are investigating a report of a dog attack on Monday in Sheppton.

Skook News Obituaries for 07/06/2020


Skook News Obituaries for 07/06/2020

Monday, July 6, 2020

WEATHER ALERT: Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Schuylkill County

The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Schuylkill County.

WEATHER ALERT: Flood Advisory Issued for Schuylkill County

The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Advisory for the Northeastern communities of Schuylkill County.

Schuylkill County Police Log for 07/06/2020


Schuylkill County Police Log for 07/06/2020

Two Injured in Crash on Route 924 in Shenandoah on Friday

Two people were taken to the hospital with injuries after a crash in Shenandoah on Friday.

WEATHER ALERT: Severe Thunderstorm Watch Issued for Schuylkill County

The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch for Southeastern Pennsylvania for Monday and into Monday evening.

Schuylkill County Controller Christy Joy Announces Resignation

On Monday morning, Schuylkill County Controller Christy Joy announced his resignation that will occur on July 7th, 2020.

Police Investigating Stolen Vehicle in North Manheim Township

The Pennsylvania State Police at Schuylkill Haven are investigating a stolen vehicle in North Manheim Township.

Man in Custody After State Police Stop Burglary in Progress in Brandonville

A man is locked up in prison after he was caught by police burglarizing a business in Brandonville.

Sunday, July 5, 2020

Skook News Obituaries for 07/05/2020


Skook News Obituaries for 07/05/2020

Family Asking for Help Finding Missing Teen from Schuylkill Haven

The family of a teen from Schuylkill Haven is asking for help locating her.

Rush Township Police Release List of Individuals Wanted on Active Warrants

The Rush Township Police Department has released a list of active arrest warrants wanted by their department.