Thursday, July 11, 2024

Pennsylvania Attorney General Seeks Information in Case of Former Tamaqua Police Officer Accused of Child Sex Crimes


The Pennsylvania Attorney General's Office is looking to speak with anyone that may have had an inappropriate contact with a former Tamaqua Police Office.

Ashland Fire and Police Departments Announce Return of Community Night Out


The Ashland Fire Department and Police Department announced this week return of Community Night Out.

Schuylkill County Obituaries for July 11th, 2024

                

Skook News Obituaries: July 11th, 2024

Tamaqua Police Asks for Leads in Identifying Motorcycle Theft Suspect



The Tamaqua Police Department is seeking the public's assistance in identifying a suspect involved in a motorcycle theft incident.

North Schuylkill to Provide Free Breakfast and Lunch to All Students During Upcoming School Year

On Thursday, the North Schuylkill School District officially announced it will provide free breakfast and lunch during the upcoming 2024-2025 school year.

Connerton Fire Ruled as "Undetermined", American Red Cross Assisting Homeowner

Fire officials and investigators have provided an update to Wednesday's house fire in Butler Township.

Traffic Information and Road Closures for the Yuengling Stars and Stripes Summer Celebration in Pottsville This Weekend

Traffic information and parking restrictions announced for the Yuengling Stars and Stripes Celebration scheduled for this weekend.

Ashland Resident Holds Intruder at Gunpoint; Suspect Taken into Custody

An Ashland man is facing charges after he broke into a house in the borough Tuesday morning.

NOW HIRING: Schuylkill Township Police is Hiring Part-Time Officers


Schuylkill Township is accepting applications for part time Police Officers. 

Wednesday, July 10, 2024

Schuylkill County Obituaries for July 10th, 2024

               

Skook News Obituaries: July 10th, 2024

Multi-Alarm Fire Levels Home near Girardville

A fire leveled a home in Butler Township near Girardville on Wednesday afternoon.

WEATHER ALERT: Tornado Watch Issued for Schuylkill County and Nearby Counties

   

Schuylkill County has been included in a Tornado Watch by the National Weather Service for Wednesday.

Upcoming Featured Entertainment Lineup for the 2024 Schuylkill County Fair

 

The 2024 Schuylkill County Fair will run from July 29th to August 3rd at the Schuylkill County Fairgrounds.

Big Diamond to Race Georgie Stevenson Memorial This Friday


After an unfortunate rainout last Friday night, the Big Diamond Speedway will race the Georgie Stevenson Memorial this Friday night, July 12th.

Shenandoah Heights Man Wielding Baseball Bat and Gel Ball Gun Charged with Assault

A Shenandoah Heights man has been charged with assault and harassment after an incident involving a baseball bat and gel ball gun.