Friday, January 3, 2025

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.

Wednesday, January 1, 2025

Schuylkill County Obituaries for January 1st, 2025

                                                                                                                                                                                      

Skook News Obituaries: January 1st, 2025

Lehigh Valley Schuylkill Welcomes First Baby of 2025

The new year began with joy at Lehigh Valley Hospital (LVH) Schuylkill as the Family Birth and Newborn Center in Pottsville welcomed its first baby of 2025. 

Tuesday, December 31, 2024

Minersville Police Investigating Smash and Grab Burglary at Smoke Shop


The Minersville Police are investigating a burglary that occurred on Sunday, December 22nd, 2024 at approximately 3:30 am at 253 Sunbury Street, the Minersville Smoke & Tobacco Shop. 

Early Morning Shenandoah Fire Ruled Arson

An early morning fire in Shenandoah has been ruled arson.

WEATHER ALERT: Wind Advisory Issued for Central and Eastern Pennsylvania

    


The National Weather Service has issued a Wind Advisory for Schuylkill County and Eastern Pennsylvania.