Allentown PA

The Easton Redevelopment Authority says it will seek zoning approval for a long-awaited plan for affordable housing on an Easton street corner near the armory building in the West Ward. The redevelopment authority owns adjacent lots at 21 N. Seventh St. and 697 Prospect Ave., according to Deputy Director Michael...

Five individuals suffered gunshot wounds late Saturday night in a presumably targeted attack on the 100 block of Wilkes‑Barre Street in Easton. According to 6ABC Digital Staff’s report, police arrived around 11:30 p.m. and found five victims who were swiftly taken to a local hospital—fortunately, all are expected to...

Just after 2 a.m. on July 13, 2025, a frightening shot rang out on Allentown’s quiet 100 block of Pine Street. Police responded to a 911 call reporting gunfire and found a woman bleeding from a facial wound, according to Allentown Police Department radio and statements. She was rushed to a local hospital in critical...

Leaders from the cities of Allentown and Reading came together Tuesday for a joint press conference to address the growing dangers of illegal swimming and other public safety concerns in local parks and waterways. Held at Cedar Beach Park in Allentown, the event brought together Allentown Mayor Matt Tuerk, Reading...

BETHLEHEM, Pa. - Christian symbols and scripture, including crosses, Bible verses and crowns of thorns, are incorporated into various apparel and accessories at a new shop in Northampton County. King's Expressions, a Christian-based clothing store, held a grand opening on Saturday at 708 E. Fourth St. in south...

ALLENTOWN, Pa. – As the summer days continue to heat up, officials in the Lehigh Valley and Berks County are sounding the alarm about swimming in natural waterways. Allentown Mayor Matt Tuerk and Reading Mayor Eddie Moran are coming together to talk about illegal swimming. The discussions come after...

It’s offishal. The infamous Frankenfish has made it to Bucks County. An 18-inch Northern Snakehead, an invasive aqua beast with a voracious appetite and an ability to “walk” with its fins, was caught Sunday in the Neshaminy Creek at Bensalem. “I couldn’t believe it when I saw...

BETHLEHEM, Pa. — As temperatures soar across the region this summer, local pharmacists and health experts are urging residents to think twice about when and where they store their medications. And how weather could make some prescriptions ineffective or even dangerous. While many people know to keep certain...

Heavy rain moved through parts of our area Monday, causing flooding. Do you have any photos or video of flooding? If so, you can upload them here: Share your photo or video - WFMZ-TV 69News | wfmz.com.

LEHIGH VALLEY, Pa. — Summer is in full-swing, and for some students who rely on their schools for regular meals, that means they're facing increased food insecurity. Luckily, there are free summer meal sites for kids throughout the Lehigh Valley funded through the Summer Food Service Program, administered by the U.S....