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Lehigh Valley Space Fest touching down for 2nd year, in new Easton location
Lehigh Valley Space Fest is set to return to Easton, bringing the cosmos within reach of local learners over two days this fall. The free event is scheduled for 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday-Sunday, Oct. 12-13, at Lafayette College, organizers announced this week. The college agreed to host the...
Hospitals seeing an increase in heat-related emergency room visits
BETHLEHEM, Pa. — Temperatures climbing into the mid-to-high 90s this week threaten those who work outside and those who may not have access to a place to cool down. Construction workers, postal employees and other outdoor jobs often leave people susceptible to the heat. “Drink a lot of water...
Man driving ATV while intoxicated, crashes, gets trapped along N.J. transit railroad track
A Hunterdon County man was charged with driving while intoxicated after he lost control of his ATV and crashed along New Jersey Transit railroad tracks, police said in a release. The incident occurred as the 54-year-old man was traveling west along the Raritan Valley line on Monday. After crashing down...
Habitat for Humanity ‘ReStore’ opens in Monroe County
MARSHALLS CREEK, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — The Monroe County Habitat for Humanity has opened a discount home goods and improvement store in Marshalls Creek, but it’s not your average retailer. The Monroe County Habitat for Humanity ReStore is officially open for business. Carrying everything from patio furniture to paint, at a low price, and for […]
Significant Damage Reported in Parts of Hunterdon County
FRANKLIN TOWNSHIP, NJ - On July 17, 2024, an intense storm hit parts of Hunterdon County. The wild weather event had reported 60+ mph winds, a significant barometric pressure drop and 30 degree temperature dive and was documented by the Rutgers New Jersey Agricultural Experiment Station located at the Snyder Research & Extension Farm in Pittstown. As many as 15,000 households experienced loss of power. Quakertown Fire Company has established a Command Post at the fire station. Representatives from Franklin Township, Police and DPW are engaged with the QFC team; all roads have been driven, all blockages have been noted and JCP&L has been informed of all issues. Trees and power lines are down all over the area, and officials caution drivers to obey the warnings of roads closed and reroute. Downed wires can still be live and can cause injury and death. The Hunterdon Parks Department is also reporting numerous trails with damage. Please follow the guidance posted on trails. Trail goers risk injury as fallen trees can be unstable. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Bedminster artist’s out-the-box mural complete
Ed Bennett’s mural on the side of his Bedminster barn is finally complete. The finishing touch was the American flag he had mounted on the roof as a three-dimensional extension of his painting, which shows black, brown, white and red-tinted forearms and hands reaching upward, clasping a pole. Bennett, who owns and operates the Galvanized America Inn and Art Gallery with his wife, Sherri, said the mural is meant to evoke a message of inclusivity and diversity. Photo courtesy of the Bennetts.
Greater Philadelphia Film Office Pushes for Increased Film Tax Credits
PHILADELPHIA, PA — The Greater Philadelphia Film Office (GPFO) is doubling down on its efforts to advocate for increased funding in the Pennsylvania Film Tax Credit program. The recently passed 2024-25 Pennsylvania state budget did not include any additional funds, raising concerns about the state’s competitiveness in attracting film and production work.
A first-of-its-kind food hall will be opening in Red Lion later this year
YORK COUNTY, Pa. (WHTM) — A unique, first-of-its-kind food hall that has something for everyone will be opening in York County this year. Food halls have been becoming more popular but there’s not something like that in York so chef Ethan Greer figured that opening the Franklin Street Social in the area would be great […]
New Hope Wine Bar Earns Award of Excellence
Nektar in New Hope won the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence for the sixth consecutive year for its exceptional selection of wines. Nektar in New Hope won the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence for the sixth consecutive year for its exceptional selection of Spanish, French, and Italian wines, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch.
NFL world reacts to terrible New York Giants news
Losing a fan-favorite player like Saquon Barkley is never easy, but it’s even more difficult to lose him to a division rival. And New York Giants team owner John Mara was clearly feeling that pain when Barkley signed with the Philadelphia Eagles this offseason. During the most recent episode...
Lehigh Earns Sixth Consecutive AVCA Team Academic Award
BETHLEHEM, Pa. – The American Volleyball Coaches Association (AVCA) has announced its Team Academic Award, which recognizes high-achieving volleyball programs at both the collegiate and high school level. Lehigh volleyball has been recognized with the award, marking the sixth consecutive season that the Mountain Hawks have done so. Lehigh...
Want to be a PA corrections officer? The DOC is hiring
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) – If you want to be a corrections officer in Pennsylvania, the Department of Corrections is hiring for positions in Clearfield, Somerset, and Huntingdon counties. For interested applicants, the DOC is hosting a job fair on July 23, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Quehanna Boot Camp, located at 4395 […]
Local bar owners say happy hour expansion bill is ‘huge win’ for PA
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Centre Square firefighting brothers transfer volunteer skills to their careers
WHITPAIN — Volunteering at Centre Square Fire Company helps members achieve their career goals no matter what profession they work in. Brothers Tom and Matt Kozeniewski, ages 34 and 26, have volunteered together at Centre Square Fire Company for the past 10 years. The skills they utilize volunteering are transferable to both Tom’s career in IT and Matt’s career in teaching.
Jerome Edens Charged In Rasheedah Lane Murder: PPD
Jerome Edens, 67, surrendered to police on Tuesday, July 16, PPD wrote in a release. Lane was found with multiple gunshot wounds on the 2100 block of North Camac Street on July 9, according to officials. She was taken to Temple University Hospital where she succumbed to her injuries an hour later, authorities said.
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