Saturday, January 4, 2025

Fire Damages Home in Gilberton

A fire damaged a home in Gilberton on Saturday morning.

Schuylkill County Fire and EMS Assist at Mount Carmel Nursing Home Fire

A fire at a Mount Carmel Nursing Home drew a response from Schuylkill County Fire and EMS on Saturday morning.

Schuylkill County Native Opens 2025 Pennsylvania Farm Show with National Anthem Performance

The 2025 Pennsylvania Farm Show kicked off on Saturday morning with a moment of Schuylkill County pride as nine-year-old Cadence Kline, a Barnesville native, sang the National Anthem. 

Shenandoah Borough Council Holds Reorganization Meeting

The Shenandoah Borough Council convened for its annual reorganization meeting on Thursday, January 2, 2024, at the borough hall. 

Friday, January 3, 2025

Schuylkill County District Attorney Michael O’Pake Announces Party Switch to Republican

In a major political shift, Schuylkill County District Attorney Michael A. O’Pake announced his decision to switch his party affiliation from Democrat to Republican, citing deepening ideological differences with the national Democratic Party.

PennDOT Announces Lane and Ramp Restrictions on Interstate 81 in Schuylkill County



Schuylkill County motorists traveling on Interstate 81 should plan for daytime lane and ramp restrictions starting next week as the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) conducts crack sealing and inspections.

Rep. Dane Watro: Emergency Programs Can Save Lives

Emergency Programs Can Save Lives

By State Rep. Dane Watro (R-Luzerne/Schuylkill)

PennDOT is reminding residents of two voluntary programs aimed at saving lives in emergency situations. Participation in both programs is free of charge.

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast for Friday, January 3rd, 2025

                                                                                                                                 

Schuylkill County Weather Forecast
for Friday, January 3rd, 2025

Schuylkill County Obituaries for January 3rd, 2025

                                                                                                                                                                                        

Skook News Obituaries: January 3rd, 2025

Schuylkill Winterfest Pierogy Eating Contest Announced

Schuylkill County residents, prepare your appetites! The Schuylkill Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to announce the 2025 Schuylkill Winterfest Pierogy Eating Contest, presented by Mrs. T's Pierogies. 

Schuylkill County High School Basketball Scores - January 2nd, 2025

                                                                        

Schuylkill County High School Basketball Scores - January 2nd, 2025

Thursday, January 2, 2025

Schuylkill County Obituaries for January 2nd, 2025

                                                                                                                                                                                       

Skook News Obituaries: January 2nd, 2025

Shenandoah Woman Injured After Being Struck by Vehicle

A Shenandoah woman was transported to the hospital after being struck by a vehicle last weekend in the borough.

St. Clair Woman Jailed in Schuylkill County Prison After Assault and Burglary Charges in Back-to-Back Incidents

A St. Clair woman is locked up in Schuylkill County Prison after two incidents last week within hours of each other led to charges.

Interstate 81 Reopens in Schuylkill County After Overnight Crashes

Interstate 81 has reopened after several crashes closed the highway overnight in Northern Schuylkill County.