Teen admits to arson in 6-alarm fire at former furniture factory, DA says
One of two teens charged in relation to a destructive fire last month in Allentown entered an admission to charges Wednesday in juvenile court, prosecutors said. The 15-year-old entered the admission to arson and causing a catastrophe, Lehigh County District Attorney Gavin Holihan said in a news release. “The defendant
Two men arrested after armed robbery, foot chase in Allentown
Allentown police arrested two men who allegedly robbed a woman at gunpoint and fled on foot from patrol officers Tuesday afternoon. The post Two men arrested after armed robbery, foot chase in Allentown appeared first on LehighDaily.com .
‘Fresh and sophisticated’ winery to open in downtown Allentown
Downtown Allentown will soon have a new space to enjoy wine, cocktails and more when a winery opens next month. Soaked in the City will have a grand opening 5 p.m. Aug. 13 at 932 Hamilton St., according to owner Shannon Birosik and an online announcement from the Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber of Commerce. A ribbon cutt
Kmart to close Bucks County warehouse, slashing 147 jobs
The company that owns Kmart has plans to close its Fairless Hills warehouse, meaning that 147 people are set to lose their jobs. Transform Warehouse Operations (TWO) LLC notified the Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry this month that it intends to close its Kresge Road location effective Sept. 16.
Lane closures planned Thursday morning on Easton-Phillipsburg free bridge
PHILLIPSBURG, N.J. (Warren County) — Motorists crossing the Northampton Street Bridge between Easton and Phillipsburg should expect minor delays Thursday morning as maintenance crews work on the span’s architectural lighting. The Delaware River Joint Toll Bridge Commission said a single lane in each direction will be o
Severe thunderstorms across the Lehigh Valley; What you need to know
After a mixed morning filled with quiet lulls and heavy downpours, this evening is looking to bring us another round of showers and scattered severe thunderstorms. Between the brief clearing some areas have experienced, high humidity levels, abundance of water in the atmosphere, as well supportive atmospheric dynamics,
Schuylkill Haven Man Accused of Leading Police on Pursuit, Resisting Arrest While Wanted on...
A Schuylkill Haven man who police say fled from a traffic stop, led officers on a vehicle and foot pursuit, and resisted arrest while wanted on active warrants is being held in Schuylkill County Prison on $50,000 bail. According to court documents, Schuylkill Haven Police were conducting patrol in the...
Helping veterans transition from service to society
KUNKLETOWN, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A program in Monroe County is helping veterans navigate the journey from service to civilian life. Valor Clinic Foundation’s Veterans Unstoppable Program works to provide a haven for veterans struggling to acclimate after being in the service. The program features peer-to-peer se
St. Luke’s patient overcomes lifelong dental fear with full-arch dental implants
A Lehigh Valley woman who spent years avoiding dental care because of childhood trauma says full-arch dental implants at St. Luke’s Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery transformed both her smile and her confidence. Izabela “Izzy” Fisher, 50, of Allentown, said painful and traumatic experiences with dentists while growing up i
Cyclospora outbreak: 46 cases in New Jersey, 28 in Pennsylvania, including 5 cases in...
A microscopic organism, Cyclospora, is currently making thousands of people sick across the United States hiding in produce. "There's a real risk it could show up on your dinner table tomorrow night," said U.S. Rep. Josh Gottheimer in a news conference Monday. "Here in New Jersey, our Department of Health has logged 46

















