Bethlehem and Allentown districts see financial restraints lifted with state budget release
BETHLEHEM, Pa. (WFMZ) — School districts across Pennsylvania will finally receive money from the state. Those in the Lehigh Valley tell us they're relieved. "The message right now is gratitude," said Supt. Dr. Jack Silva of Bethlehem Area School District. 30% of BASD's $370 million operating budget comes from...
Liquor license transfer approved in South Whitehall Township
The South Whitehall Township Board of Commissioners held two public hearings during its Nov. 5 meeting, approving a liquor license transfer for a new business on Tilghman Street and advancing a road vacation request for a small alleyway off Mertle Street. The board voted 4-0 to approve the transfer of...
Officer cleared for shooting at driver on rampage in Plymouth Twp. hotel parking lot
The suspect allegedly threatened to blow up a police station and harm officers before the violent confrontation.
Exploring Allentown through Latin cuisine
Venturing beyond Muhlenberg’s campus, Sonia Wold ‘27 led a discussion-based food networking program titled, Sabor de Allentown. Through this program, students were able to visit Latin-owned restaurants in Allentown all throughout October. Wold was inspired by the community immigration discussion hosted by the Spanish...
Camel’s Hump Farm: Where Lehigh Valley kids learn to grow, build, and lead
BETHLEHEM, Pa. — On an ordinary drive through North Bethlehem, it’s easy to pass Camel’s Hump farm without… The post Camel’s Hump Farm: Where Lehigh Valley kids learn to grow, build, and lead appeared first on LehighDaily.com .
Pilot injured after small, self-propelled plane crashes into remote field in Franconia Twp., Pa.
Emergency crews say the small, self-propelled aircraft crashed into a remote field in Franconia Township, Montgomery County.
‘Great mix of two types of cuisines’: New Lehigh Valley eatery to offer Mexican,...
WASHINGTON TWP., Pa. - Whether you're hungry for pizza and pasta or tacos and tostadas, a restaurant coming soon to Lehigh County will satisfy your cravings. Mariachi Mexican Grill & John’s Pizza, a full-service restaurant offering freshly prepared Mexican and Italian specialties, is expected to open in December or...
Montgomery County proposes 4 percent tax increase in 2026 budget
NORRISTOWN — Montgomery County officials Thursday got a first look at the 2026 proposed budget, with a 4 percent property tax increase on tap to lessen a $25.5 million budget shortfall. County Chief Financial Officer Dean Dortone addressed county commissioners with a presentation of the county’s finances, which...
Lansdale woman sentenced for threats to ‘shoot up’ North Penn High School
NORRISTOWN — A Lansdale woman faces a lengthy period of probation and community service on charges she threatened to “shoot up” North Penn High School during a disturbance, an incident school officials described as “nerve-wracking” and creating fear among the school community. Cieria Alexis Wynder,...
St. Luke’s Physician Pursues Skydiving World Record
Photo caption: The global canopy formation record of 100 skydivers set in 2007. When he isn’t taking care of patients at St. Luke’s Walbert Avenue Primary Care in Allentown, Dr. Frank Matrone enjoys jumping out of airplanes. Next week he hopes to secure a new spot in the...
