Allentown PA

While Lehigh Valley officials and developers have been trying to keep up with a chronic housing shortage, the region continues to be one of the most competitive areas in the country for those looking for an apartment or house to rent. In its year-end review of the nation's smaller metropolitan...

FOUNTAIN HILL, Pa. - Christmas Eve traditions are already on the menu Tuesday morning, especially for some families celebrating the "Feast of the Seven Fishes." 69 News Reporter Sydney Kay has the story on a Fountain Hill restaurant keeping the Italian culture alive. Giacomo Sgroi, owner/chef at Tinto Tapas &...

CARBON COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — The coroner reports that a driver died after colliding with a utility pole due to weather conditions on the roadway. Schuylkill County Coroner David Moylan stated that Stephen Hood died in a crash on December 23 on Route 209 near Panther Valley High School. The coroner said that due to the...

BETHLEHEM, Pa. — Historic Hotel Bethlehem is bringing its own brand of holiday tradition to Christmas Eve again. The hotel will turn off part of its rooftop "HOTEL BETHLEHEM" sign — a Main Street and historic district beacon — so that only the "BETHLEHEM" part glows in the night.

ALLENTOWN, Pa. - Buying or selling property in Allentown will soon cost more, with a higher realty transfer tax set to take effect at the start of 2026. The City of Allentown is reminding residents, homebuyers, and real estate professionals that an increase to the city’s portion of the Realty Transfer Tax will take...

Dunderbak’s at the Lehigh Valley Mall may have found a path to remain open beyond its planned February 2026 closure date. Owner Bill Baker announced in a Facebook post that the restaurant is in discussions with interested parties about purchasing the business. If a sale moves forward, the transition to new ownership...

Troopers were dispatched to a home in the 200 block of Windsor Drive after a burglary was reported at about 6:18 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 19, according to the release. Investigators determined the suspect forced open a sliding back door to gain entry into the residence, then stole multiple watches valued at approximately...

A medical equipment manufacturer is closing a facility in January following its decision. to discontinue its contract packaging business. Biolyst Scientific filed a WARN notice with the Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry informing the state it is closing its facility at 1560 Industry Road in Hatfield...

Santa's reindeer have been cleared for takeoff over the skies of Pennsylvania. They'll be arriving in Bucks County and Philadelphia this week in time for Christmas morning Dec. 25. Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding, Pennsylvania State Veterinarian Dr. Alex Hamberg and Pennsylvania Tourism Office Executive...

ALLENTOWN, Pa. — A mother sat alone with a cup of hot chocolate and concerns for her 5-year-old son in a hospital bed a few floors above. Arlene Nunez of Allentown was surrounded by Christmas music and tables of donated new toys in the Educational Center Room 6 of the Kasych Family Pavilion at Lehigh Valley...