Wednesday, October 18, 2017

High School Students Invited to Participate in PennDOT Innovations Challenge

The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) and the  Pennsylvania  Department of Education (PDE) today invited high school freshmen,  sophomores  and juniors to take part in the first PennDOT Innovations Challenge.

Harlem Globetrotters Returning to Wilkes Barre

The Harlem Globetrotters, known for their one-of-a-kind family entertainment, will bring their Amazing Feats of Basketball World Tour to the Mohegan Sun Arena at Casey Plaza on Saturday, February 24th, 2018 for 2 shows at 2PM and 7PM to take on their long-time adversaries the Washington Generals.

Who Remember's the Halloween Costumes of the 80's?


Mega Millions Lottery Now Offering Higher Starting and Faster Growing Jackpots

The Mega Millions® multi-state lottery game is being updated to offer $40 million starting jackpots and faster jackpot growth.

Primerica Promotes Shenandoah Native to Regional Vice President

Primerica, a financial service company, announced earlier this month that a Shenandoah native has been promoted to Regional Vice President within the company.

LVHS Offering Free Car Seat Safety Check This Saturday

Lehigh Valley Hospital–Schuylkill is hosting a FREE car seat check on Saturday, October 21, 2017 from 9 am – Noon in the parking lot of the Medical Office Building, 100 Schuylkill Medical Plaza, Pottsville.

Mahanoy Area Students Dismissing Early After Threat at School

After a threat was found in school Wednesday morning, Mahanoy Area students are being dismissed early.

63 Charged With Welfare Fraud in August; Commonwealth Owed More Than $252,000 in Restitution

STATEWIDE - The Office of Inspector General (OIG) filed welfare fraud charges against 63 individuals between August 1 and August 31, 2017.

Mahanoy Area Receives Threat Wednesday Morning

Students at the Mahanoy Area School District have been evacuated due to a threat Wednesday morning.

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 10/18/2017


Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 10/18/2017

Tuesday, October 17, 2017

Schuylkill County High School Football Power Rankings After Week 8


Skook News/ Skook Sports High School Football Power Rankings as of Week - 8, also included is the Schuylkill League Standings ! Where does your team rank ?

Man Charged with Raping 12 Year Old Girl

A Mahanoy City man is facing charges for allegedly raping a young girl earlier this month.

Monday, October 16, 2017

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 10/17/2017


Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 10/17/2017

Schuylkill County Police Log for 10/16/2017


Schuylkill County Police Log for 10/16/2017

Frost Advisory Issued for Overnight Monday into Tuesday

The National Weather Service has issued a Frost Advisory for Schuylkill County.

Police Release Photo of Suspect in Shooting near Frackville on Sunday


The Pennsylvania State Police have released the photo of a suspect in a shooting that occurred near Frackville on Sunday.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for 10/16/2017


Schuylkill County Obituaries for 10/16/2017

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 10/16/2017


Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 10/16/2017

Schuylkill County Obituaries for 10/15/2017


Schuylkill County Obituaries for 10/15/2017

Police Looking for Shenandoah Man Charged with Shooting Man near Frackville on Sunday

Police are looking for a suspect that shot a man in a motel near Frackville on Sunday.