‘A hidden gem for retirees near NYC’: This quiet small town was just named...
Looking to retire without leaving the Northeast behind—or draining your Social Security? Hellertown, Pennsylvania, just landed on Investopedia’s latest ranking of the top 29 most charming U.S. small towns for retirement and low-cost living. Located roughly 80 miles (a 90-minute drive) from New York City, this quiet Nor
Bucks County contractor paid inmate’s family more than $1M | Exclusive
Newly unsealed court records show a private corrections health care contractor paid more than $1 million to the family of a Bucks County inmate who died of opiate withdrawal complications. This amount is nearly double what was previously reported. PrimeCare Medical in Harrisburg settled its claims with the family of Fr
Dunkin’ worker charged with strangulation after fight with customer, police say
A Dunkin' Donuts employee was arrested last week after an argument escalated into a physical fight in the establishment's parking lot in Chalfont Borough, Bucks County, according to the Central Bucks Regional Police Department. Police said Wednesday that 27-year-old Savannah Renae Stevens, of Philadelphia, was taken in
We Got’Chew, Lehigh Valley! MIKE AND IKE® x ‘PIGS Collaboration Unveiled
Two iconic hometown brands team up for a colorful merchandise collection and MIKE AND IKE® theme night. Allentown, Pennsylvania (August 18, 2026) – The Lehigh Valley IronPigs and the rand have come together for a sweet crossover! The collaboration celebrates two hometown brands with deep roots in the Lehigh Valley and
Pedestrian hit by car in South Whitehall Twp.
S. WHITEHALL TWP., Pa. - A person was hit by a car in South Whitehall. County dispatchers confirmed with 69 News that it happened just after 11 p.m. Tuesday in the 3200 block of Hamilton Boulevard. It's not clear how severe the person's injuries are. We have reached out to...
Plans boosted for new bike path linking 2 major Lehigh Valley parks
Pennsylvania will provide more than half a million dollars to Allentown to build a bike connector linking two major parks, state lawmakers announced. Gov. Josh Shapiro’s administration awarded $545,750 to connect Trexler Park and Cedar Creek Park at Cedar Crest Boulevard. The funding comes from the Pennsylvania Multimo
The Old-School Drive-In Hidden In Pennsylvania Has Shakes Worth Driving Hours For
There are hidden gems, and then there are places so good they make you question every life choice that kept you from finding them sooner. Vassi’s Drive-In in Hellertown, Pennsylvania is firmly in that second category, and the sooner you get there, the better off you’ll be. Let’s...
Northampton County winery closing tasting room after 9 years, owners say
A Northampton County vineyard and winery is shutting down its near decade-old tasting room. Black River Farms Vineyard & Winery, 2472 Black River Road in Lower Saucon Township, plans to cease tasting room operations on Aug. 30, owners Andy and Kris Warner posted on the business’ Facebook page on Aug. 11.
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Hecktown Road over US 22 set to close for long-term bridge replacement project
BETHLEHEM TWP., Pa. - Beginning on Monday, August 24, Hecktown Road over US 22 will be closed for a long-term Pennsylvania Department of Transportation construction project, police say. The construction will include a bridge replacement, and the closure will last until approximately December 2027. According to police,
