Friday, April 10, 2026

Schuylkill County Obituaries for April 10th, 2026

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Skook News Obituaries:  April 10th, 2026

Schuylkill Chamber Hosts Second Annual Schuylkill County National Civics Bee Regional Competition


The Schuylkill Chamber of Commerce hosted the second annual National Civics Bee Regional Competition on Thursday, April 9, 2026, bringing together 20 middle school students from across the region for a live, in-person academic event focused on civic knowledge and community engagement.

Police: Minersville Man Fired Shots at ‘Hologram-Type People’ Inside Apartment

A Minersville man is facing multiple felony and misdemeanor charges after police say he fired several shots inside his apartment early Friday morning.

Firefighters at Scene of Multi Alarm Working Structure Fire in Pottsville


Schuylkill County firefighters at the scene of a working structure fire involving multiple homes in Pottsville.

Schuylkill County High School Baseball and Softball Scoreboard - April 9th, 2026

                                                                          

Schuylkill County High School Baseball and Softball Scoreboard
April 9th, 2026

Thursday, April 9, 2026

Elevated Wildfire Risk Issued for Schuylkill County and Central Pennsylvania


The National Weather Service has issued a Hazardous Weather Outlook for Schuylkill County and a large portion of central Pennsylvania, warning of an elevated risk of wildfire spread through tonight.

Northern Schuylkill County Natives Selected as Penn State Schuylkill Commencement Speakers


Two natives of northern Schuylkill County will take center stage at Penn State Schuylkill’s upcoming commencement ceremonies, serving as keynote speakers for the Class of 2026.

Meth, Cash Found Hidden Under Hood of Vehicle in Minersville Arrest

A Lykens man is facing felony drug charges after police say suspected methamphetamine and cash were discovered hidden inside a vehicle during an investigation Wednesday night.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for April 9th, 2026

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Skook News Obituaries:  April 9th, 2026

Schuylkill and Surrounding County First Responders Gather to Send Off Ringtown Fire Chief Ahead of Military Deployment


A large show of support unfolded Wednesday evening as first responders from across Schuylkill County and beyond gathered to honor Ringtown Valley Fire and Rescue Chief Joey Gilbert ahead of his deployment for active military service.

Wednesday, April 8, 2026

Girardville Man Charged After Shotgun Fired During Disturbance, Three Injured


A Schuylkill County man is facing multiple felony charges after a disturbance escalated into gunfire Wednesday evening near Girardville.

Schuylkill County Man on Megan's Law List Jailed on Drug Charges Following Federal Search Warrant


A Shenandoah Heights man is facing multiple drug charges after investigators allegedly discovered methamphetamine, marijuana, and drug-related materials while executing a federal search warrant tied to a child exploitation investigation, according to court documents.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for April 8th, 2026

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Skook News Obituaries:  April 8th, 2026

Ex-Boyfriend Found Hiding in Closet During Shenandoah Burglary


Police are searching for a man wanted in connection with an early morning burglary in the borough on Wednesday.

Former Schuylkill County Police Officer Charged in Computer Crimes, Stalking Investigation


A former Schuylkill County police officer is facing dozens of charges following an investigation by the Pennsylvania Attorney General’s Office into allegations of harassment, stalking, and unauthorized computer use.