Thursday, July 15, 2021

August Events Scheduled for Sweet Arrow Lake Park


The Schuylkill Conservation District has announced upcoming August events for Sweet Arrow Lake Park near Pine Grove.

GoJoe 24 to End Day 1 in Shenandoah on Monday


WNEP's Joe Snedeker is doing his annual bike ride and it has been announced his first leg of his 2021 journey will end in Shenandoah.

Ashland Hires Additional Full Time Police Officer

During Wednesday's Ashland Borough Council meeting, council approved the hiring of an additional full-time police officer.

Wednesday, July 14, 2021

Marian Colts Wrap Up Football Camp


The 2021 Marian Colts Football Camp wrapped up on Wednesday, July 14, 2021 with a Punt, Pass, and Kick competition for campers. The contest was run by current Colt coaches and players.

Skook News Obituaries: July 14th, 2021

                                                                                                                                                                            

Skook News Obituaries:  July 14th, 2021

First Class of Rural Family Medicine Residents Graduates from St. Luke’s in Schuylkill County

The first class of residents graduated from St. Luke’s University Health Network’s Rural Training Track (RTT) Family Medicine program in June. 

TRAFFIC ALERT: Crash Causing Slow Traffic on Interstate 81 near Ravine

A crash on Interstate 81 northbound near Ravine is causing a backup of traffic Wednesday afternoon.

Schuylkill County Students Graduate from Lock Haven University


Schuylkill County students graduate from Lock Haven University.

Tires and Rims Stolen Off Vehicle near Pine Grove

State Police are investigating a reported theft in Pine Grove Township.

2021 Yuengling Light Lager Jogger 5K Set for October

After COVID disrupted the recent Lager Jogger 5K's in Pottsville, organizers say the 2021 edition is scheduled for October.

State Police Investigate String of Thefts from Vehicles near Orwigsburg

The Pennsylvania State Police are investigating a string of thefts of items from at least 5 vehicles near Orwigsburg.

Tuesday, July 13, 2021

Pennsylvania Attorney General Seizes 60 Firearms, Stolen Guns, and Shuts Down Meth Ring in Berks County



Attorney General Josh Shapiro today announced that agents from the Office of Attorney General have arrested five individuals and shut down a methamphetamine trafficking organization operating in Berks, Chester, and Montgomery counties.

Skook News Obituaries: July 13th, 2021

                                                                                                                                                                           

Skook News Obituaries:  July 13th, 2021

Marian Catholic High School Announces Retirement of Coach Paul Brutto


On Tuesday, Marian Catholic High School announced the retirement of Girls Basketball Coach Paul Brutto.

PA Synergy 16U Wins Third Tournament of the Season


The PA Synergy Fastpitch 16U team, of Pottsville, claimed their third tournament championship of the season by winning the Andrea Gantt Memorial Tournament in St. Thomas, PA. on July 10-11, 2021. 

More than $1.3 Million in Grants Awarded to Schuylkill County Fire and EMS

On Monday, the Office of the Pennsylvania State Fire Commissioner the 2020-2021 funding for fire companies statewide including Schuylkill County's.

WEATHER ALERT: Severe Thunderstorm Watch Issued for Tuesday Afternoon and Evening

 

A Severe Thunderstorm Watch has been issued for Schuylkill County by the National Weather Service.

Monday, July 12, 2021

Skook News Obituaries: July 12th, 2021

                                                                                                                                                                          

Skook News Obituaries:  July 12th, 2021

WEATHER ALERT: Severe Thunderstorm Watch Issued for Monday Evening


A Severe Thunderstorm Watch has been issued for Schuylkill County by the National Weather Service.

Kutztown University Announces Schuylkill County Recipients of Degrees for the 2021 Spring Semester


Kutztown University has announced local Schuylkill County recipients of degrees for the 2021 spring semester.