Church synod installs 1st woman bishop to lead 235 northeastern Pa. congregations
The Northeastern Pennsylvania Synod of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America will install its first woman bishop, marking a historic milestone for the regional body of one of the largest Christian denominations in the United States. An installation ceremony is scheduled for 1 p.m. Oct. 31 at First Presbyterian Church...
Man wanted on theft charges in Palmer
PALMER, PA — Police are seeking a 35-year-old man on an active arrest warrant issued in connection with theft-related charges. Roovens Cadet is wanted by the Palmer Township Police Department on charges including theft by unlawful taking, receiving stolen property, possessing an instrument of crime and two counts of criminal conspiracy.
Cross Country – Girls win first EPC league championship since 2023, Hearn captures individual...
It was a banner day for both the Emmaus girls and boys cross country teams at the Eastern Pennsylvania Conference meet held earlier this week on the 3.1-mile course at DeSales University. First, the girls edged league favorites Liberty and Parkland to capture their first team championship in three years.
Eat, Sip, Shop: Couple behind popular Lehigh Valley coffee trailer levels up with new...
SOUTH WHITEHALL TWP., Pa. – A mom-and-pop business, known for serving up tasty treats at venues across the region, has found a permanent home in Lehigh County. Onward Coffee, a mobile coffee shop offering a wide array of classic and specialty drinks, on Oct. 16 expanded operations with its first brick-and-mortar location at 3900 Hamilton Blvd. in South Whitehall Township.
Nazareth receives significant boost in state funding to revitalize downtown area
NAZARETH, Pa. - State officials gathered in downtown Nazareth Friday to announce a major investment in the area. The Borough is now part of the 'Main Street Matters Program,' and business owners are hoping for a big boost. This boost is through a state-run initiative targeting up-and-coming areas. Nazareth has...
Homeowner Refuses to Remove ‘Triggering’ Halloween Display Featuring Figures Hanging amid Backlash from Offended...
The homeowner claims he didn’t mean to offend anyone with the Halloween decorations he bought online
Bethlehem Area School District to host listening sessions on school boundaries as enrollment falls
Parents and residents of the Bethlehem Area School District can weigh in on how the district uses its school buildings and draws attendance boundaries at five community meetings Wednesday, Nov. 4, through Friday, Nov. 6. The post Bethlehem Area School District to host listening sessions on school boundaries as enrollment falls appeared first on LehighDaily.com .
Easton, Bethlehem Police investigate series of part thefts on Honda cars
Police in Bethlehem and Easton are urging people with Hondas to be on alert after a recent uptick in thefts. Authorities are urging Honda owners, especially those with newer models, to be on alert after they've received multiple reports of radar sensors being stolen. In Easton, police say they are...
Passenger Killed, Both Drivers Seriously Injured In Slate Belt Crash: Authorities
A 58-year-old passenger was killed, and both drivers were seriously injured in a two-vehicle crash in Pennsylvania late Tuesday night, Oct. 20, authorities said. Stacy W. Fischer, of Plainfield Township, was identified as the passenger who died, Northampton County Coroner Zachary Lysek announced Fri…
Chicken lovers, rejoice: Lehigh County could get new Chick-fil-A
S. WHITEHALL TWP., Pa. – Lehigh County could be getting a new Chick-fil-A. That’s if a proposal in South Whitehall Township gets zoning relief. A legal notice for the South Whitehall Township Zoning Hearing Board meeting on Nov. 5 indicates that Chick-fil-A is seeking several zoning variances that could pave the way for the popular fast-food chicken restaurant at 1605 N. Cedar Crest Blvd.
