Kidnapping Suspect in Custody

The suspect from a Berks County kidnapping has been found

Schuylkill County Lenten Specials

Below is a collection of Lenten Dinner Specials that are being held in Schuylkill County from now until the end of Lent.  If you have an addition to the list, please send it to our Facebook page or email us at skooknews@outlook.com.  Thanks

Schuylkill County Launches New Map Viewing Web Site

On Wednesday, Schuylkill County launched a new web site to provided better information to it's residents.

Drug Charges Against Ashland Man

An Ashland man was taken into custody on Thursday on drug charges.

PennDOT Offering Free Motorcycle Safety Courses

Although winter weather still has an icy grip on the commonwealth, through the Pennsylvania Motorcycle Safety Program (PAMSP), PennDOT has begun offering all riders – from novice to experienced – a chance to take advantage of valuable safety training before hitting the road for the riding season.

PennDOT Issues Statement on Vendor Error in Select Driver License Products‏

Deputy PennDOT Secretary for Driver and Vehicle Services Kurt J. Myers issued the following statement on actions being taken as a result of a vendor error in some driver license products:

Ansbach Announces Candidacy for Register of Wills

Kerry L. Ansbach of Pottsville announced Thursday that he is seeking the Republican nomination for Schuylkill County Register of Wills.