PennDOT Announces Week of Road Work Across Schuylkill County

PennDOT has announced several roadwork projects scheduled throughout Schuylkill County during the week of July 13. Motorists should expect daytime lane restrictions at multiple locations and are encouraged to plan for possible travel delays.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for July 10th, 2026

                  

Skook News Obituaries:  July 10th, 2026

Ringtown Man Charged with Aggravated Assault After Allegedly Swinging Axe During Dispute

A Ringtown man is facing felony assault charges after Pennsylvania State Police say he swung an axe during a confrontation with two people last month.

McAdoo Man Charged After Allegedly Threatening Woman, Smashing TV During Domestic Incident

A McAdoo man is facing charges after police say he threatened a woman, grabbed her by the neck, and smashed a television during a domestic incident earlier this week.

St. Clair to Celebrate America’s 250th Birthday with Weekend of Events

The Borough of St. Clair will continue its celebration of the United States’ 250th birthday this weekend with several community events, entertainment, fireworks, and family activities.

Fourth Wire Theft Reported in Schuylkill County in Recent Weeks

Pennsylvania State Police at Frackville are investigating another copper wire theft in Schuylkill County, marking the fourth reported incident involving stolen wire in recent weeks.

Spartan Charge 5K and Fun Run to Benefit North Schuylkill Cross Country Program

Runners and walkers are invited to take part in the Spartan Charge 5K and Fun Run next month at the North Schuylkill School District.

Shenandoah Man Charged After Probation Visit Leads to Discovery of Stolen Firearm

A Shenandoah man is facing felony charges after authorities say a probation visit led to the discovery of a stolen firearm and drug paraphernalia.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for July 9th, 2026

                 

Skook News Obituaries:  July 9th, 2026

Boil Water Advisory Issued for Ashland Area Water Authority Customers Following Water Main Break

The Ashland Area Water Authority has issued a boil water advisory for customers in the Ashland and Fountain Springs areas after a water main break caused a loss of water pressure in the system.

Schuylkill Haven Man Charged with Aggravated Assault After Early Morning Fight

A Schuylkill Haven man is facing felony charges after police say an argument escalated into a physical altercation early Tuesday morning that left another man with serious facial injuries.

Schuylkill County Lawmakers Propose Naming Interstate 81 Exit 119 in Honor of Fallen Trooper Michael Pahira Jr.

Two Schuylkill County lawmakers are moving forward with legislation that would honor the memory and service of Pennsylvania State Police Trooper First Class Michael E. Pahira Jr. by renaming an Interstate 81 interchange in Schuylkill County.

Schuylkill County Says Final Goodbye to Pennsylvania State Police Trooper Michael E. Pahira Jr.

A sea of gray uniforms, flashing lights, American flags, and salutes filled Schuylkill County on Wednesday as family, friends, law enforcement, first responders, and community members gathered to say a final goodbye to Pennsylvania State Police Trooper First Class Michael E. Pahira Jr.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for July 8th, 2026

                

Skook News Obituaries:  July 8th, 2026

Reading Man Accused of Using Woman’s Debit Card for More Than $1,300 in Unauthorized Purchases in Schuylkill County

A Reading man is facing felony charges after Pennsylvania State Police say he used another person’s debit card to make more than $1,300 in unauthorized purchases after the card was reported missing in Schuylkill County.