Friday, July 5, 2024

Schuylkill County Fair Royalty Program Seeks Young Contestants for 2024



The Schuylkill County Fair Royalty Program is seeking contestants for 2024.

Shenandoah Historical Society Hosts Presentation on the Pottsville Maroons


On Tuesday night, the Greater Shenandoah Area Historical Society hosted a presentation on the Pottsville Maroons. 

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for Friday, July 5th, 2024

                                                                 

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast
for Friday, July 5th, 2024

BUSINESSES OF THE SKOOK: Modern Gent Hat Co.



BUSINESSES OF THE SKOOK: Modern Gent Hat Co.

Thursday, July 4, 2024

Port Carbon Celebrates 4th of July

On Thursday, Port Carbon held their annual 4th of July Parade.

Shenandoah Man Wanted for Aluminum Theft from Former Employer in Ringtown

An arrest warrant has been issued for a Shenandoah resident for allegedly stealing from his former employer in Ringtown.

Frackville Celebrates Independence Day with Spectacular Fireworks Display

On the eve of Independence Day, the skies of Frackville were lit up with fireworks.

Wednesday, July 3, 2024

Warrant Issued for Bloomsburg Man After High-Speed Motorcycle Chase through Schuylkill and Columbia Counties



A warrant has been issued for a Bloomsburg man who led State Police on a motorcycle pursuit through Schuylkill and Columbia Counties on Wednesday morning.

Tractor Trailer and Motorcycle Crash Blocks Eastbound Route 54 Near Mahanoy City


Emergency personnel are at the scene of a crash involving a tractor trailer and motorcycle near Mahanoy City.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for July 3rd, 2024

         

Skook News Obituaries: July 3rd, 2024

Minersville Borough Council Promotes Sgt. Jeffrey Bowers to Chief of Police



During a meeting on Tuesday evening, the Minersville Borough Council officially promoted Sgt. Jeffrey Bowers to the position of Chief of Police, succeeding Chief Michael Combs, who retired after serving since 2010.

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for Wednesday, July 3rd, 2024

                                                                

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast
for Wednesday, July 3rd, 2024

Tuesday, July 2, 2024

Knoebels Named Favorite Park, Phoenix Voted Best Wood Coaster, Hersheypark's Wildcat’s Revenge Recognized in NAPHA Survey



The National Amusement Park Historical Association (NAPHA) released the results of its 38th annual NAPHA Amusement Park and Attractions Survey. The survey is the oldest of its type.

Valley View Tri-Valley Lions Club Recognizes Academic and Technical Excellence with Scholarships


Valley View Tri-Valley Lions Club President Terry Troutman presented the club's annual scholarships to the following 2023-2024 Tri-Valley High School seniors. 

Former Tremont Township Treasurer Charged with Stealing Over $22,000

A former Tremont Township Treasurer is facing charges for stealing over $22,000.