Friday, July 17, 2020

North Schuylkill Releases "Reopening Questions"

The North Schuylkill School District released a list of "Reopening Questions" that were developed based on a health a safety plan to follow State, Local, and Federal Guidelines.

Powerball Ticket Worth $500,000 Sold in Frackville

A trend in big winning lottery tickets continues as another winner was announced in Schuylkill County.

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 07/17/2020


Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 07/17/2020

Skook News Obituaries for 07/16/2020



Skook News Obituaries for 07/16/2020

Thursday, July 16, 2020

Ashland Hires Three Part-Time Police Officers; Fire Chief Talks About Fireworks and Opening Burning in the Borough

On Wednesday, July 8th, 2020, the borough of Ashland held their monthly council meeting.

PA Attorney General Suing Roofing Company For Scamming, Defrauding Homeowners

On Wednesday, Attorney General Josh Shapiro announced a lawsuit against four individuals and their four companies, on claims that the defendants worked collectively to defraud consumers out of their hard-earned money including customers in Schuylkill County.

Governor Wolf and PA Department of Health Provide Updated Guidance to Safely Reopen Pennsylvania’s Schools

On Thursday, Pennsylvania Department of Health Secretary Dr. Rachel Levine and Education Secretary Pedro Rivera jointly announced updated guidance to help Pre-K to 12 schools prepare to reopen and safely educate students for in-person learning. Each school entity will determine if classes resume in person at school buildings, remotely or a combination of both options.

Schuylkill County School Districts Determine Guideline Principals to Help Reopen

Just as they did when the coronavirus pandemic struck and they decided to close their schools together, the Superintendents of Schuylkill County have met to work out the issues that they are facing to reopen schools for the 2020-2021 school year.

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 07/16/2020


Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 07/16/2020

Skook News Obituaries for 07/15/2020



Skook News Obituaries for 07/15/2020

Wednesday, July 15, 2020

Mahanoy City Man Faces Dozens of Charges for Forgery and Identity Theft in Lawrence County

A Mahanoy City man is facing dozens of charges for identity theft in Lawrence County and making almost $18,000 in purchases.

Governor Wolf Announces New Restrictions for Bars and Restaurants Due to Uptick in Positive Coronavirus Cases

On Wednesday, Pennsylvania Governor Tom Wolf announced new restrictions after he said what he called a "unsettling climb" in Coronavirus cases recently.

Butler Township Man Surrenders After Standoff

A Butler Township man surrendered Wednesday afternoon after a standoff along at a home along Route 61.

Standoff Closes Route 61 in Butler Township


A standoff has closed Route 61 in Butler Township Wednesday.

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 07/15/2020


Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 07/15/2020

Tuesday, July 14, 2020

Maryland Man Facing Homicide Charges After Fatal Crash near the Schuylkill/Carbon County Line

A Maryland man is facing homicide charges after a fatal crash near the Schuylkill / Carbon County line on Monday.

Skook News Obituaries for 07/14/2020




Skook News Obituaries for 07/14/2020

Schuylkill County Police Log for 07/14/2020


Schuylkill County Police Log for 07/14/2020

Driver Flees After Crashing Stolen Vehicle in Upper Mahantongo Township

A man is facing theft charges after stealing a car then crashing it in Upper Mahantongo Township.

Schuylkill Technology Center Practical Nursing Students Graduate

Students from the Schuylkill Technology Center (STC) Practical Nursing Program received diplomas in a social distanced graduation ceremony on Wednesday, July 8th at the STC North Campus.