Skook News

Saturday, January 18, 2020

PennDOT Reduces Speeds on Region's Roadways

Due to the severity of Saturday’s winter weather, PennDOT is temporarily reducing the speed limit on several roadways in the region.

At the recent meeting if the Shenandoah Chamber of Commerce, the membership recognized Albert Victor for his tireless and unselfish dedication in raising funds to benefit not only the Chamber but the various organizations throughout the Shenandoah area.

Schuylkill League Wrestling Champions Crowned

On Friday, the Schuylkill League Wrestling Championships were held at Jim Thorpe High School

Schuylkill County Weather Related Announcements for 01/18/20

The Rush Township Police Department is looking to identify the two individuals caught on camera who stole from a township Verizon Wireless store.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for 01/17/2020

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

Road Work Announced for Schuylkill County

Building on his commitment to prepare students with the computer and technology skills for in-demand jobs, Governor Tom Wolf today announced $5.7 million in PAsmart Targeted grants to expand computer science (CS) classes and teacher training at 163 school districts, charter schools and intermediate units.

Nine Shenandoah Valley students auditioned and were selected to perform in the 2020 Junior Schuylkill Band Concert that will be held at the Blue Mountain Middle School on Saturday February 22th at 1:00 PM.

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for 01/17/2020

The Hazleton Police, Federal, and State Officials seized a large amount of methamphetamine during a drug bust.

No injuries reported in crash that closed Interstate 81 in Schuylkill County overnight.

On Friday morning, just before 4:00am, emergency personnel were dispatched to the 100 Block of East Lloyd Street, Shenandoah, for a working structure fire.

Tamaqua Middle School Announces Students of the Month for December

Tamaqua Middle School principal, Chris Czapla is pleased to announce the Students of the Month for the month of December.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for 01/16/2020

A longtime General Hospital star will be making an appearance in Schuylkill Haven in March.

A hit and run left a vehicle damaged on Wednesday.

On Wednesday night, we reported on the Mahanoy City Police Department looking to identify a woman that had used counterfeit money. The Ashland Police Department has now joined the search for this woman since it has been reported in their jurisdiction as well.