Upper Dublin School District to stop offering Latin. Community speaks in support of program...
It was announced on May 6th during a meeting of the Education Committee of the Upper Dublin School Board that the district’s administration had recommended ending its Latin language program (an email was also sent to the district’s families on May 14th). According to the district, the program has experienced declining
May 17, 2026 – Volunteer Opportunities from Volunteer Center of the Lehigh Valley
Read Your Favorite Story to Some Adorable Dogs and Cats. The Center for Animal Health & Welfare is looking for kids under the age of 12 that can read to the cats or dogs at our non-profit! You can bring your own books or choose from our collection at the shelter. This can be a fun thing to do with a child in your life,
ArtsQuest Foundation Announces Recipients for 10th Anniversary Linny Awards Presented by Elaine Emrick
Bethlehem, Lehigh Valley, PA, May 15, 2026 – The ArtsQuest Foundation has announced the full list of honorees for the 10th Anniversary Linny Awards presented by Elaine Emrick, an annual celebration recognizing the individuals, organizations and emerging artists whose passion and dedication continue to shape the Lehigh
District 3 softball: BCIAA champion Kutztown starts quest for 3A title
BCIAA champion Kutztown opens play Monday in the District 3 Class 3A softball tournament as the second seed. The Cougars are one of eight Berks teams to make the tournament, with Tulpehocken and Schuylkill Valley joining Kutztown in the eight-team 3A bracket. Also in the tournament are Wilson (6A), Exeter...
District 3 Track and Field Championships: Oley Valley’s Ryan Gourley leads Berks boys with...
It was quite the sprint day for the Wilson Bulldogs on Saturday. Wilson sprinters won the Class 3A 100- and 200-meter dashes at the District 3 Track and Field Championships at Shippensburg University as the two-day meet wrapped up under clear skies, but windy conditions at times. Bulldogs sophomore Damin...
Township to weigh in on plan for 65 new homes near Route 22
The Autumn Estates housing development proposed on the border of the City of Bethlehem and Bethlehem Township is drawing scrutiny from planners and environmental advisers alike. Sixty-five homes are proposed across the Township Line Road tract, with dozens of unresolved environmental questions still on the table. The p
Senior Farmers Market Vouchers to be Available Again in Northampton County
[Northampton County, PA] – Vouchers worth a total of $25 will be available to Northampton County residents age 60 and over who meet income eligibility criteria thanks to continuation of the Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. The vouchers are distributed by the Northampton Count
New priest assigned to Ashland, Frackville parish
ASHLAND – The Diocese of Allentown announced new clergy assignments this weekend and two local churches will have a new pastor next month. Rev. Christopher M. Zelonis has been assigned as Pastor of St. Charles Borromeo Parish in Ashland and St. Joseph the Worker Parish in Frackville. He was previously Pastor at Sts. Pe
Iconic Lehigh Valley hot dog shop beefs up presence with 2nd location
EASTON, Pa. – A more than century-old hot dog business has expanded its footprint in Northampton County. Jimmy’s Hot Dogs, known for its "everything" hot dog with mustard, chopped onions and a pickle spear, on Friday held a soft opening of its second location at 9 N. Third St. in downtown Easton, co-owner Raj Muddu tol
Gov. Shapiro joins congressional candidate Bob Brooks in Emmaus
EMMAUS, Pa. - One of of Lamont McClure's competitors in the race for Pennsylvania's 7th Congressional District, Bob Brooks, was joined by Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro in Lehigh County on Sunday. Shapiro met with Brooks and his supporters in Emmaus. State representatives Michael Schlossberg and Peter Schweyer were

















