East Penn School Board discusses K-8 realignment, budget challenges
EMMAUS, Pa. — The East Penn School District Board of Directors on Monday discussed finances and plans for growth in light of increased expenses and lowered revenues. Approved in November 2023, the K-8 realignment is planned for the 2028-29 school year. In this scenario, all district elementary schools would...
Cash reward offered as police seek help in Hunterdon County vehicle theft investigation
CLINTON TOWNSHIP, N.J. (Hunterdon County) — Police are offering a cash reward for information as they continue investigating the theft of a high-end vehicle from a Clinton Township dealership, authorities said. The Clinton Township Police Department announced that it is seeking the public’s assistance in connection...
New Lehigh Valley appliance business to hold grand opening with raffles, refreshments and more
EMMAUS, Pa. – Individuals seeking to enhance their home’s functionality with state-of-the-art appliances for cooking, laundry and other household tasks have a new showroom to browse in Lehigh County. Prestige Appliance, offering a wide range of top-of-the-line appliances from more than 50 brands, will hold a grand...
Cause of death for Catherine O’Hara revealed. Her ties to Bucks County
The cause of death for actress Catherine O'Hara has been determined. Survived by her husband Bo Welch, a Yardley native, the comic actress died of a pulmonary embolism at age 71. TMZ was first to report the news. Known for her roles in films like "Beetlejuice," "Home Alone," and "Schitt's...
Winter weather advisory for Eastern Pa. until early Wednesday
The National Weather Service released a winter weather advisory at 1:57 p.m. on Tuesday valid from 6 p.m. until Wednesday midnight for Carbon, Monroe, Berks, Lehigh and Northampton counties. The weather service comments, “Freezing rain expected. Total ice accumulations around a light glaze.”. “Very slippery...
Patchy freezing rain and drizzle could lead to some scattered slick spots tonight
We've moved past the worst cold of the winter, and the forecast looks void of any significant winter storm chances for the next week as well. But we're not totally without winter weather concerns. There is a brief window this evening, from roughly 8pm through a little after midnight, for a few light patches of...
Local restaurants brace for a packed Valentine’s Day weekend
ALLENTOWN, Pa. - Valentine's day falls on a Saturday this year, which means big business for restaurants. 69 News reporter Amelia Sack has more about how local eateries are preparing for the holiday weekend. Local restaurants are gearing up for a busy Valentine's Day weekend. "It takes weeks of planning...
Confusion lingers over snow clean-up in Allentown
ALLENTOWN, Pa. - It's been just over two weeks since a record snowstorm buried our region in about a foot of snow. In Allentown, confusion lingers on clean-up efforts and who is responsible. Allentown Parking Authority (APA) is setting the record straight on snow clean-up. "We're responsible for the parking...
Crews respond to water main break in Emmaus
EMMAUS, Pa. - Authorities are responding to a water main break in the 700 block of Lawrence Drive in Emmaus Monday night. Emmaus police told 69 News that Public Works crews worked to repair the break. It is currently unknown if water service to nearby residents will be disrupted.
Hive Local Marketplace shuts down 2 sites as vendors await payment, owner says
A popular multi-vendor marketplace in Nazareth and Upper Saucon Township closed Monday amid $7,500 in pending civil claims and delayed vendor payments. The Hive Local Marketplace, 27 E. Belvidere St. in Nazareth, and near Red Robin and AMC Theatres at Promenade Saucon Valley in Upper Saucon Township, shuttered...
