Lehigh Valley schools could save millions, cut pollution with switch to solar power: study
A new study reveals significant potential financial and environmental benefits for Lehigh Valley schools that adopt solar energy systems. The research, conducted by PennEnvironment Research & Policy Center, shows that schools in Lehigh and Northampton counties could collectively save over $30.5 million through solar...
Cyclists call for safety changes after beloved dentist killed at Norristown intersection
There is a call for change at a busy intersection in Norristown, Montgomery County, after a beloved dentist was killed there while riding his bicycle.
West Point alumni group scraps prestigious award celebrations honoring Tom Hanks
The alumni group at the U.S. Military Academy at West Point has scrapped an official award celebration for Tom Hanks. The West Point Association of Graduates was scheduled to host a ceremony and parade honoring the 69-year-old actor and veterans advocate on Sept. 25. A U.S. official who said he...
King of Prussia man sentenced in federal court for drug trafficking
PHILADELPHIA – United States Attorney David Metcalf announced that Jelani Christmas, 42, of King of Prussia, was sentenced to 200 months in prison and five years of supervised release by United States District Judge Joel H. Slomsky for drug trafficking. In April of this year, Christmas was charged with...
Warehouse hearing in Easton stretches on, erupts in arguments
EASTON, Pa. — Residents packed city hall and tensions were palpable this week at a nearly three-hour Easton City Planning Commission hearing on a proposed million-square-foot warehouse. Despite the session's length, just one witness from Scannell Properties, the developer behind the warehouse, addressed questions...
Bucks County K9 team honored by FBI for role in explosives investigation
Sheriff Fred Harran and the Bucks County Sheriff’s Office announced that Deputy Christina Brewerton and her K9 partner, Zeke, have received a special commendation from the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) – Newark Division. The recognition stems from their assistance in the investigation of a domestic bombing...
Saquon Barkley inducted into Whitehall High School Hall of Fame
WHITEHALL TWP., Pa. — The love that embraced Saquon Barkley on Friday night came from a time and place long before his first name became nationally known. It came before Penn State glory and a Super Bowl title. It came before the iconic backward hurdle, 2,000 yards rushing in...
Man charged in Hunterdon County business theft, police say
CALIFON BOROUGH, N.J. (Hunterdon County) — A Lambertville man has been charged in connection with a theft at a business in Califon Borough, Washington Township police said. Officers responded after receiving a report of theft and, following an investigation and interviews, arrested a 49-year-old man, authorities...
N.J. district, bus company making changes after 2 kindergartners forget to get off bus
Two New Jersey kindergarten students remained on their school bus after missing their assigned stop on the first day of school, but were never unattended or in danger, officials said Friday. The children from Lopatcong Elementary School in Warren County failed to get off the bus at their stop following...
Family opening ‘one-stop shop’ for fresh, local groceries in the Lehigh Valley
Shoppers can look forward to fresh produce, dairy and meat when a new market opens this weekend in the Lehigh Valley. AEC Market will open Saturday at 2374 Seiptstown Road in Weisenberg Township, owner Alyssa Mengel said, where customers can also buy sourdough bread, muffins, croissants, pasta, snacks, soups, salads...