Lehigh County Man Pleads Guilty to $2 Million Wire Fraud Scheme
A Lehigh County man has pled guilty to an elaborate wire fraud scheme that swindled nearly $2 million from unsuspecting individuals and businesses, United States Attorney David Metcalf announced. The man, identified as Chinedu Ekuma, age 45 of Catasauqua, Pennsylvania entered his plea in front of U.S. District Judge...
Hanover Township renders verdict on plan for new Raising Cane’s restaurant
HANOVER TWP., Pa. – Hanover Township Council in Lehigh County granted preliminary/final land development plan for a fast-food restaurant during a special meeting Wednesday night at the township building. The plan involves a 3,000-square-foot Raising Cane's establishment on the site of the former 4,500-square-foot...
Cheapest gas stations in Allentown
Anyone who drives a car understands the sting of having to fill up their tank and pulling into the gas station, only to discover that gas prices have skyrocketed. Paying extra for gas means you have less to spend on other things, which, over time, can really put a crimp in your budget.
Easton Area Middle School says it’s identified ‘alleged student involved’ in ‘potential threat’ reported...
EASTON, Pa. - Students leaving Easton Area Middle School Wednesday afternoon tell 69 News it felt like just another day. But school officials say they were beefing up police presence, after what they called a "potential threat" to students allegedly found on social media. Easton Area Middle School administration...
Mayor ponders veto after Allentown City Council cans property tax increase, looks to tap...
ALLENTOWN, Pa. — Allentown Mayor Matt Tuerk said he is considering a veto after City Council on Wednesday voted 5-2 to reject his request for a 3.96% tax increase. Council instead will take $1.5 million from the city's reserve fund to fill a gap between projected revenues and expenses in next year's budget.
Beloved Allentown store Karl Ehmer’s to close after 50 years
ALLENTOWN, Pa. - A neighborhood shop in Allentown that's been in business for 50 years is closing its doors at the end of the month. But the community isn't ready to say goodbye just yet. 70-year-old Leo Osanitsch starts his day by putting on his apron and cap when opening...
Ripple Community Center in Allentown celebrates a decade with new art exhibition, gallery space
ALLENTOWN, Pa. — At Ripple Community Center Inc., vibrant artwork stretched across the walls, representing creators of all ages. They included longtime community members and fifth-graders from Bethlehem’s Spring Garden Elementary School. The pieces are part of a new exhibition, "The Art of Neighboring," that...
Riverton Celebrates Grand Reopening in Allentown, Pa., Following Multi-Million-Dollar Renovation
PHOTO: Leadership from Riverton Rehab & Healthcare, Riverton Enhanced Senior Living and Marquis Health Consulting Services with VIP guests during the CCRC’s Grand Reopening celebration. New Dialysis Den Highlights Progressive Care Capabilities. ALLENTOWN, Pa. (Nov. 18, 2025) — Riverton Rehabilitation & Healthcare...
St. Luke’s OMS Made Her Wisdom Teeth Removal Accessible and Stress-Free
Elizabeth Hulse of Allentown was reluctant to have her wisdom teeth removed. Oral surgery made her queasy, the prospect of swelling was stressful, and she didn’t want the procedure to affect her smile. But Hulse, now 22, can smile when she reflects on her experience with wisdom teeth removal at St. Luke’s Oral &...
Free medical clinic over 2 days in Bethlehem offering services to anyone who shows...
Global Hope International will host a free two-day medical clinic Dec. 6-7 at Northeast Middle School in Bethlehem, providing dental, vision, and medical services to community members at no cost. The clinic, held in partnership with Remote Area Medical, marks the organization’s third such event in the Lehigh Valley....
