Bethlehem’s ‘Flathead Queen’ is talking catfishing tactics in free virtual program
Anglers looking to learn more about catfishing are invited to a free virtual program Thursday featuring the Lehigh Valley’s own “Flathead Queen.”. That’s one of the affectionate nicknames of Laura Yeates, of Bethlehem, who is organizing two eastern Pennsylvania catfish tournaments in 2026. Yeates is the featured...
‘Worth the wait’: After fire, popular Lehigh Valley eatery nears tasty comeback
COPLAY, Pa – A year after a fire damaged a much-loved, mom-and-pop restaurant in Lehigh County, the business is nearing a delicious revival with the same freshly prepared eats and friendly service. The Bacon Strip, a full-service breakfast and lunch eatery at 18 N. Second St. in Coplay, has...
McCaffrey’s Food Markets to Open Full-Size Store in Pennsylvania
Location will replace existing Simply Fresh market in Doylestown Borough. McCaffrey’s Food Markets has revealed plans to open a new full-size McCaffrey’s Market in Doylestown, Pa., with a grand opening anticipated early next year. Located at 73 Old Dublin Pike, the new store will measure approximately 51,000 square...
Two Pennsylvanians apprehended after two girls from Tennessee were kidnapped and found safe in...
(File Photo: Caption for Photo: police car lights at night in city with selective focus and bokeh background blur, Credit for Photo: Courtesy of Getty Images/iStockphoto/z1b) (Cumberland County, PA) According to authorities, two people from Pennsylvania are facing charges after two girls from Tennessee were...
Neighbors reported dog left outside in freezing temps. What police found led to charges...
A Nazareth man is facing charges after an investigation revealed a dog was repeatedly left out in the freezing cold, police said. The 51-year-old resident is charged with misdemeanor animal cruelty and misdemeanor animal neglect. No attorney representing the defendant was immediately listed in court records. Borough...
Introducing Lehigh Valley Style’s 2026 Influential Men of the Year
Meet Joshua, Justin, Dan, John, Rocco and Eric. They’re not the types to toot their own horns (or perhaps sing their own praises, in Dan’s case), so Lehigh Valley Style is happy to do it for them. We’ve selected these six exceptional gentlemen as our 2026 class of Influential Men of the Year. Read on to learn about...
Developer is sought to usher in ‘next step’ of downtown Allentown’s ‘evolution’
ALLENTOWN, Pa. — A parking lot in the shadow of the PPL Center soon could be the site of major redevelopment in Center City. Allentown Parking Authority, state Sen. Nick Miller, city officials and City Center Group are seeking proposals to reimagine a swath of mostly vacant properties in the first block of North...
Palmer Township moves ahead with new waste, recycling contracts
PALMER TWP., Pa. – Palmer Township is moving ahead with selecting new contracts for its waste management services. At Monday night’s meeting, supervisors awarded a contract for the “acceptance and disposal” of solid waste to WM, previously known as Waste Management. The five-year pact has a $469,200 annual value with...
‘People just don’t have any consideration’: Snowstorm creates parking standoffs in Easton neighborhoods
EASTON, Pa. - Parking problems are growing in Northampton County. The lingering effects of the big snowstorm are impacting parking spaces in Easton. The snow won't melt, and it's building frustration for residents trying to save their shoveled parking spots, by putting furniture in the street. "There's somebody in...
Woman arrested on drug charge in Pen Argyl
PEN ARGYL, PA — A woman was arrested on drug charges after police found her hiding in a bathroom while serving warrants. Crystal L. Stevens, 32, of Pennsylvania, was taken into custody at approximately 6:04 p.m. Feb. 2, 2026 in the 100 block of West Main Street. Members of...
