Firefighters Responding to Working House Fire near Pine Grove

Firefighters are responding to a working fire near Pine Grove early Sunday.

Tamaqua Area School District Welcomes New Four-Legged Team Member: Breaker the Therapy Dog

Tamaqua Area School District proudly welcomes a new member to its family – Breaker, a 2.5-year-old Husky mix with a remarkable story and an impressive resume. 

St. Clair Man Sought by Schuylkill County Detectives

Schuylkill County Detectives are asking for any information on the whereabouts of a wanted man last known to live in St. Clair.

PennDOT Announces Roadwork and Lane Restrictions on I-81 in Schuylkill County

SCHUYLKILL COUNTY, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) has announced a series of upcoming roadwork projects on Interstate 81 in Schuylkill County, with planned lane closures and restrictions over the next few weeks. 

Schuylkill County Obituaries for October 26th, 2024

                                                                                                                     

Skook News Obituaries: October 26th, 2024

Penn State Men’s Basketball to Host Schuylkill County Day, Celebrating Local Roots of Coaches Rhoades and Halcovage

 

Penn State Men’s Basketball has announced an event on their promotional calendar: the annual “Schuylkill County Day,” set to take place on Sunday, December 1, 2024, at the Bryce Jordan Center in Happy Valley. 

HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL: Minersville Rolls Over Panther Valley

The Minersville Area Battlin' Miners went home with a 43-0 victory over Panther Valley on Friday night. 

HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL: North Schuylkill Spartans Shut Out Pottsville Area Crimson Tide

In their annual Week 10 matchup, the North Schuylkill Spartans continued their winning momentum, shutting out the Pottsville Area Crimson Tide in a dominant 36-0 victory Friday night. 

Schuylkill County Obituaries for October 25th, 2024

                                                                                                                    

Skook News Obituaries: October 25th, 2024

Schuylkill County High School Football Scoreboard - Week 10

        

Schuylkill County High School Football Scoreboard - Week 10

The Week 10 Finals Scores for the Schuylkill County High School Football teams.

Schuylkill County Officials Advise Against Debris Burning and Campfires Amid High Fire Risk

Local and state forestry officials are urging residents of Schuylkill County to avoid debris burning and campfires due to an increased risk of wildfires in the area. 

Upcoming Events at the Schuylkill County Historical Society: Book Club and Boilo Classes

The Schuylkill County Historical Society has announced two upcoming events for local history enthusiasts and community members. The event will take place at the society’s headquarters, located at 305 N. Centre St., Pottsville.

Gillingham Charter Files Federal Lawsuit Against Pottsville School District Over College Fair Exclusion

Gillingham Charter School in Pottsville filed a federal lawsuit this week against the Pottsville Area School District following an incident at the Schuylkill County Regional College Fair on October 3, 2024. 

MEET THE SCHUYLKILL COUNTY MARCHING BANDS: Mahanoy Area Marching Band

      

MEET THE SCHUYLKILL COUNTY MARCHING BANDS

Mahanoy Area Marching Band

MEET THE SCHUYLKILL COUNTY MARCHING BANDS is back, highlighting the Marching Bands from our Schuylkill County School Districts.  Next to be featured for the 2024 season is the marching band from Mahanoy Area, directed by Chelsea Ferraro.

District XI High School Soccer Playoff Update - October 24th, 2024

   

District XI High School Soccer

Playoff Update

Scores and Schedule for Schuylkill County teams competing in the District XI High School Soccer Playoffs. These are updates as the completion of games on Thursday, October 24th, 2024.