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‘More than a public official’: Allentown controller, former city council member Jeff Glazier dies

ALLENTOWN, Pa. - Allentown controller and former city council member Jeff Glazier has died. Michaela Boyer, the Project Manager for the Mayor’s Office, said Mayor Matt Tuerk is ordering for City of Allentown flags on city-owned property to fly at half-staff to honor him. The city’s website says Glazier...
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Changes coming to Batman Road intersection

The Upper Milford Township Board of Supervisors met May 21 where Chair Angela Ashbrook announced an executive session was held before the regular meeting to discuss a legal and personnel matter. After there were no public comments, the board approved the minutes and payment of bills. Solicitor Marc Fisher led...
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Rain doesn’t dampen opening day of Macungie Farmers Market

The Macungie Farmers Market opened its 20th year May 21. Approximately 20 vendors are available to share information, services and goods to interested shoppers. In addition, a food truck and ice cream truck are present each week for shoppers to enjoy a meal or treat while shopping. Visitors’ first stop...
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Borough holds sixth Catty Eats Fest

The Whitehall Area Chamber of Commerce partnered with the borough of Catasauqua to host the sixth annual Catty Eats Fest May 2 at Catasauqua Park and Playground, 501 American St. The event, sponsored by Budget Store & Lock Self Storage on Lehigh Street, spanned across the American Street side of...
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Homes at or under $500,000 in Carbon County, May 18 to 24

For prospective homebuyers eyeing the real estate market in the area of Carbon County, here's what sold for $500,000 or under over the week of May 18 to 24. Below, we provide an overview of the top five properties in each area, chosen for their proximity to the desired price range and the largest living spaces.
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Slatington man found guilty of all charges in invasion of privacy case

ALLENTOWN, Pa. - A Slatington man has been found guilty of all charges related to an invasion of privacy investigation. 43-year-old Jarrett Klinger was convicted by a jury May 20th of invasion of privacy, unlawful dissemination of an intimate image and harassment. Klinger will be required to register for 15...
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Berkheimer discusses Whitehall business taxes

James Hunt, director of governmental relations at Berkheimer Tax Innovations, approached the Whitehall Township Board of Commissioners at the meeting May 11 regarding an issue over which businesses in the township are responsible for paying business privilege taxes — and which are not. Berkheimer collected $430,684.27
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Easton residents launch preservation initiative amid downtown growth

Easton, Pa. — A new citizen-led nonprofit has officially launched in the city, bringing together residents and community advocates concerned about rapid downtown development, preservation standards and public access to planning decisions. Preservation Easton is focused on strengthening historic preservation efforts whi
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Police seek driver of truck stealing lawnmower from Lower Saucon Township home

LOWER SAUCON TOWNSHIP, Pa. - Police in Northampton County are asking for the public's help in identifying the driver of a truck that stole a lawnmower from a home on Tuesday. Authorities say that on Tuesday at approximately 5:40 p.m., a white Chevrolet Silverado truck was seen in the 2300 block of Black River Road in L
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Body discovered after vehicle fire in Oley Township, investigation underway

A body was discovered Tuesday morning after firefighters extinguished a vehicle fire in Oley Township, according to the Berks County Coroner’s Office. Berks County Coroner Matthew J. Stitzel said the incident occurred in the 4000 block of Friedensburg Road. The initial call reporting a vehicle fire was received by the

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