House Damaged By Fire in Oneida on Thursday

Photo posted from Nuremberg-Weston Volunteer
Fire Company FB Page

On Thursday, around 4:30pm, emergency personnel were called to 100 4th Street in Oneida, East Union Township for a house fire.

House Leveled By Fire in Blythe Township Overnight

Just after 10:00pm Thursday evening, emergency personnel were called to 78 Tucker Hill Road in Blythe Townshp near New Philadelphia for a house fire.

Road Work Scheduled for Schuylkill County Next Week

Road Work Scheduled for Schuylkill County Next Week

Crews at the Scene of a House Fire in East Union Twp.

Around 5:30pm, emergency personnel were called to 100 4th Street East Union Twp.,  near Brandonville, for a working house fire.

Minersville Area to Perform Spamalot This Weekend

Monty Python's Spamalot- A musical lovingly ripped off from the motion picture Monty Python and the Holy Grail. Come out for a ton of laughs and enjoy a great story as the students in Minersville Area High School perform this musical twist of a classic story!

Mother's Day Shopping Event/Chinese Auction

Chinese Auction and Food Sale proceeds benefit Barry Believers Relay for Life Team

Attorney General Announces Electric Generation Supplier Settlement Proposal

Attorney General Kathleen G. Kane and Acting Consumer Advocate Tanya J. McCloskey today announced a proposed settlement with an electric generation supplier accused of deceptively marketing its variable electric rates to Pennsylvania consumers, many of whom filed complaints about spikes in their rates during the winter of 2014.

Friends of the Ringtown Library Annual Used Book Sale

Friends of the Ringtown Library Annual Used Book Sale

Schuylkill United Way Announces Capt. Jason B. Jones Memorial Day of Caring

The Schuylkill United Way (SUW) Annual Day of Caring event will be renamed the Capt. Jason B. Jones Memorial Day of Caring.

Schuylkill County Police Log for 3/26/15

Schuylkill County Police Log for March 26th, 2015

Worker Hurt During Roller Coaster Testing at Knoebels

 A worker was hurt Thursday morning after being struck by a roller coaster car at Knoebels.

Mahanoy City Asking for Public Input on Garbage Collection and Sanitation

The Borough of Mahanoy City is currently requesting input from concerned citizens regarding what direction the Borough should take regarding garbage collection and sanitation.

Posted from Mahanoy City Borough Facebook Page

12th Annual AOH Girardville St. Patrick’s Day Parade Awards

LIST OF 2015 PARADE WINNERS

Danny's Boulevard Drive-In, The Building of a Schuylkill County Landmark

Over 60 years ago, a young man and his father had an idea to open an ice cream business.

Nonprofit Organization Provides Assistance to Pottsville Homeless

Servants to All, a nonprofit organization in Schuylkill County, is pioneering “My Father’s House” – a project designed to provide temporary housing to homeless men, women and children, as well as arm them with the resources to regain their dignity and get back on their feet.

Help Donate to the American Cancer Society Telethon

The annual American Cancer Society Telethon will take place this year on April 11th & 12th, here is how you can help donate.

Fire Crews at 2nd Alarm Fire in Hegins Township

Just after 10am, emergency personnel were called to a house fire in Hegins Twp.

Mobile Meth Lab Discovered in Rush Township

A mobile meth lab was discovered in Rush Township Tuesday Evening.

Second Eaglet Hatches in York County

Just before 7:00am, the second of two Bald Eagle Eggs hatched Wednesday morning.

Drought Watch Issued for 27 Counties in Pennsylvania

The Department of Environmental Protection issued a Drought Watch Tuesday.

Tamaqua Area Third Grade Class Receives Postcards from Every State

An update from the 3rd Grade class from Tamaqua Area that was requesting postcards from around the every state around the United States.

TRAFFIC ALERT: Route 209 Between Tamaqua and Coaldale

A tractor trailer reportedly knocked down a utility line on Route 209 between Tamaqua and Coaldale.

SkookNews.com Receives a Face Lift

On Monday, SkookNews.com received a much needed face lift.

Bald Eagle Hatches in York County

Photo posted from PA Game Commission Facebook Page

Social media was buzzing Tuesday morning for the hatching of the an eaglet in Hanover, PA.

Garage Destroyed in Overnight Fire

Around 2am Tuesday, firefighters responded to a fully involved garage fire in the borough of Port Carbon.

Fire Crews at Scene of Reported Fully Involved Garage in Port Carbon

Around 2am Tueday, emergency personnel were called to the 200 block of Jackson Street, Port Carbon, for a fully involved garage fire.

Traffic Alert: Motor Vehicle Accident on Route 443 Near Schuylkill Haven

Just after 2:30pm Monday afternoon, emergency personnel were called to 1111 West Market Street near Schuylkill Haven for a motor vehicle accident.

Shenandoah Man Arrested for Mahanoy City Home Invasion

A Shenandoah man was arrested for a home invasion in Mahanoy City on Saturday.

Out of County: 3rd Alarm Fire in Shamokin, Northumberland County

Emergency personnel in Northumberland County have been called to a 3rd Alarm Fire at 1228 West Walnut Street in Shamokin.

TruBridge Open House This Wednesday at the Schuylkill Mall

TruBridge, a company focused on meeting the operational needs of rural and community healthcare providers, is hosting an open house on Wednesday, March 25 from 2-3 p.m. The public is invited to visit our new location within Schuylkill Mall.

Bloomsburg University Baseball Player Kicked Off Team Over Mo'ne Davis Tweet

A Bloomsburg University baseball player has been kicked off the university's baseball team over an offensive Mo'ne Davis tweet.

Interstate 81 Road Work Scheduled for This Week in Schuylkill County

Interstate 81 Road Work Scheduled for This Week in Schuylkill County

Lane Restrictions This Week for Tree Removal

Daytime lane restrictions will be in place next week for tree removal at two locations along state highways in Schuylkill County.

North Schuylkill Theatre Arts to Present "Crazy for You"

The North Schuylkill Theatre Arts Program’s production of Crazy For You will take the stage on Friday, April 10th and Saturday, April 11th at 7:30PM in the North Schuylkill High School auditorium.

Beams Delivered Through Schuylkill County This Week

Beams for a bridge will be transported through Schuylkill County this week.

Shenandoah Man Facing Rape Charges

A Shenandoah man is facing rape charges.

Five Taken into Custody for Hazleton Abduction in East Union Township

Suspects from an abduction in Hazleton were taken into custody in East Union Township on Friday.

Mahanoy Area's Friday Performance of Mary Poppins Postponed

Mahanoy Area School District's performance of "Mary Poppins" for Friday, March 20th, has been postponed.

Tamaqua Area Postpones Performance for Friday

The Tamaqua Area School District's performance of "All Shook Up" for Friday, March 20th, has been postponed.

Speed Limits Reduced on Interstate 81 in Schuylkill County

As of 1:30pm Friday, PennDOT has temporarily reduced the speed limit on Interstate 81 in Schuylkill County.

Snow Covered Roads Cause Traffic Problems Friday Morning

Friday's snowfall caused many road incidents around Schuylkill County.

Schuylkill County Schools Announce Early Dismissals - 3/20/15

Schuylkill County Schools Announce Early Dismissals - 3/20/15

Girardville Prepares for 12th Annual St. Patrick's Day Parade; Parade Lineup

The 12th Annual Girardville St. Patrick's Day Parade will commence starting at 12 Noon on Saturday, March 21st.

Pottsville Area Votes "No" to Merger with Saint Clair Area

Pottsville Area Voted "No to Mergerwith St. Clair Area.

Hunter Charged with Shooting Teens in Tamaqua

A Tamaqua hunter has been charged with shooting two teenagers back in November.

200 Fentanyl Related Deaths in Pennsylvania; Fentanyl Threat to Health and Public Safety

The United States Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), Wednesday issued a nationwide alert about the dangers of fentanyl and fentanyl analogues/compounds. Fentanyl is commonly laced in heroin, causing significant problems across the country, particularly as heroin abuse has increased. This alert was issued through the multi-agency El Paso Intelligence Center (EPIC) to all U.S. law enforcement.

Missing Dog in Pottsville Area

A dachshund named Lucille has gone missing in Pottsville. 

Winter Weather Advisory Issued for Schuylkill County; 4-8 Inches of Snow Expected

The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for Schuylkill County

Police Looking for Coaldale Man Wanted for Burglary and Assault

A Coaldale man is wanted on charges of burglary and assault.

Yuengling's Ice Cream Gives Back to the Community, One Quart at a Time‏

ORWIGSBURG, PA (March 18, 2015) – 2014 was a busy year for Yuengling’s Ice Cream. In the year since its relaunch, the company hosted and sponsored events, held giveaways and contests for fans, celebrated its one-year anniversary and recently announced its new 2015 flavors.