Bethlehem council hopeful targets homelessness, rising rents in possible 2027 bid
BETHLEHEM, Pa. — A business manager on Bethlehem’s South Side says he plans to run for an at-large seat on Bethlehem City Council in 2027,... The post Bethlehem council hopeful targets homelessness, rising rents in possible 2027 bid appeared first on LehighDaily.com .
Car crashes into 3 other vehicles, goes airborne killing driver, police say
A driver is dead after crossing into oncoming traffic and crashing into three other vehicles in Bucks County on Tuesday, according to the Bensalem Police Department. The crash happened around 4:48 p.m. on June 2 near the intersection of Bristol Road and Chestnut Avenue, police said. Investigators explained that a...
After sports bar’s closure, commercial property goes up for sale or lease in Lehigh...
EMMAUS, Pa. – The home of a former longstanding spot for beers, burgers, sandwiches and sports viewing is ready for its next chapter in Lehigh County. The Emmaus location of Volpe’s Sports Bar held its last day of operation on April 4 at Broad and South Fifth streets in the borough, and now, the 52 S. Fifth St. propert
‘Grateful heart’: After more than 80 years, Lehigh Valley florist set close as owner...
HELLERTOWN, Pa. – A longstanding business offering beautiful floral arrangements for weddings, birthdays, holidays and other occasions is set to end operations in Northampton County. Pondelek’s Florist & Gifts, specializing in floral arrangements for weddings and other large events, will hold its last day of operation
Oley Township vehicle fire death ruled suicide, coroner says
A 69-year-old Oley Township resident whose body was discovered inside a burned van last week died by suicide, according to an updated report released Tuesday by the Berks County Coroner’s Office. The update provides additional details following a vehicle fire reported on May 26 in the 4000 block of...
Gas leak prompts evacuations in Bethlehem
BETHLEHEM, Pa. -- Police have ordered people in part of Bethlehem to leave their homes due to a gas leak. A spokesperson for utility company UGI says the leak is in the 1400 block of Fritz Drive, near Pembroke Road and Freemansburg Avenue. Gas could be seen in the air...
Whitehall considers eliminating treasurer position, advances zoning changes for LVHN
WHITEHALL TWP., Pa. – The Whitehall Township Board of Commissioners are considering an ordinance that, if approved by voters, would change how taxes are levied and collected. A proposed amendment to the Whitehall Township home rule charter would eliminate the treasurer position with the appointment of a full-time finan
To sell or not to sell: Whitehall commissioners debate whether to offload 2 properties
WHITEHALL TWP., Pa. – During their workshop meeting Monday night, Whitehall Township commissioners discussed two resolutions and whether it would be in the township's best interest to sell property. One property involves 43 acres at 2655 Range Road, which is vacant and undeveloped land currently. The land is along...
East Texas Man Arrested in Massive FBI Investigation
A major FBI investigation led to hundreds of arrests nationwide, including one case involving an East Texas man.
2-vehicle crash with reported fire leaves minor injuries in Warrington Township
Several people suffered minor injuries Monday afternoon following a two-vehicle crash in the Target shopping center along Easton Road in Warrington Township. Emergency responders were dispatched shortly before 2 p.m. for a reported traffic accident with fire and injuries in the 400 block of Easton Road. Initial reports
