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Teen pronounced dead in Route 33 crash, state police say
A Hellertown teen was pronounced dead following a crash Thursday night on Route 33 in Northampton County, authorities said. The 17-year-old was driving a Toyota Prius when he crashed on Route 33 South at the ramp to Route 248, Pennsylvania State Police spokesman Trooper Nathan Branosky told lehighvalleylive.com. The crash...
Have Fun Saturday at Hellertown Community Day
Saturday will be a special day in Saucon Valley thanks to Hellertown Community Day 2024, which will be held from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in Dimmick Park. Saturday will be a special day in Saucon Valley thanks to Hellertown Community Day 2024, which will be held from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in Dimmick Park.
Museum of Indian Culture's Roasting Ears of Corn festival to honor Native American, Indigenous culture
ALLENTOWN, Pa. — With each graceful note flowing from his wooden flute, Sicanni Purizaca hopes to inspire the crowd to come together. Purizaca, a flutist and composer, will headline the Museum of Indian Culture's 44th annual Roasting Ears of Corn Festival. "I realize that it's not easy to get...
Malvern’s Dom Pecora Honored in Time Magazine
Fifteen-year-old Dom Pecora, who repairs and sells new and refurbished bikes, is one of the Time Kid of the Year honorees. Here he jumps in front of his shop in Malvern. Fifteen-year-old Dominick Pecora, who repairs and sells new and refurbished bikes in his shop in Malvern, is one of the Time Kid of the Year honorees, writes Jaime Joyce for Time.
Dorney Park hiring 300+ for Halloween. Hotel Bethlehem named nation’s best. | Lehigh Valley headlines
Dorney Park & Wildwater Kingdom has posted more than 300 jobs for its annual Halloween Haunt season, the South Whitehall Township amusement park announced on Tuesday. A news release said available positions include the typical gigs you’d find at most major entertainment venues — food and beverage associates, ride attendants, security.
Easton and Bethlehem awarded part of $41 million in federal funding
BETHLEHEM, Pa. — The U.S. Department of Transportation awarded over $41 million in grants Thursday — and the cities of Bethlehem and Easton were on the receiving end. The goal, according to a news release from the U.S. DOT is "to support first responders and help enhance pipeline and hazardous materials safety programs at the community level for 11 different safety programs."
A running list of back-to-school giveaways happening in and around Germantown
While the weather certainly may not display it, the summer is coming to a close next month, meaning it’s time to usher in the 2024-25 school year. To help families meet their needs for a successful start to the year, various community groups and institutions provide giveaways of essentials like backpacks, notebooks, and even haircuts for your young ones.
Philadelphia singer and three-time cancer survivor launches new flexible bra line
BUCKS COUNTY, Pa. (CBS) -- A Philadelphia singer who's also a cancer patient is now venturing into the business world. The business comes after years of fighting cancer and many complications. Now, it's about helping other women. Instead of notes from doctors, Jessy Kyle's laptop is now filled with a...
Holy Family University To Launch Nurse Aide Training Program
Holy Family University’s School of Nursing & Health Sciences earns Pennsylvania Board of Education approval for Nurse Aide Training Program. The Holy Family University School of Nursing & Health Sciences has gained approval from the Pennsylvania Board of Education for its newly created Nurse Aide Training Program. The program...
Firstrust Bank’s Support of Variety’s Annual Sunshine Games Demonstrates Its Commitment to Inclusivity
FOX 29's Bob Kelly, Trusty, and Swoop cheer on the children at the start of the 23rd annual Annie Madden Sunshine Games. Since 1976, Firstrust Bank’s support of Variety — The Children’s Charity of the Delaware Valley has helped to improve the lives of countless individuals with special needs.
VISTA Careers – Penn State Great Valley
Located in Malvern, Penn State Great Valley is a special mission campus and graduate school of the Pennsylvania State University. Its academic programs include engineering, information science, MBA, data analytics, finance, and leadership. Enrollment Services Specialist. This position provides, coordinates, and manages new student recruitment for graduate and certificate programs....
Souderton grad, Telford native one of two sworn in as new Montgomery Township Police officers
Montgomery Township Supervisors this week welcomed to young recruits to the police force, one of which is a Souderton Area High School graduate. Mason Strauss and Louis “Ray” Ricci were sworn in Monday night at the supervisors meeting by Supervisors Chair Candyce Fluehr Chimera. Strauss and Ricci’s first day was on Tuesday.
Villanova Community Mourns Loss of Michael Gaynor, Executive Director of Undergraduate Admission
After a recent cancer diagnosis, Michael Gaynor, Executive Director of Undergraduate Admission, passed away on Thursday, Aug. 15. Gaynor was tragically diagnosed with stage 4 urothelial carcinoma in June of 2024 and began hospice treatment on July 30, 2024. He passed away peacefully in his home surrounded by his family.
Hatfield Officials Break Ground on New Cowpath Road Police Station
As he stood on the site of his department’s future home, Hatfield police Chief Bill Tierney thought back to a phone call that started the ball rolling. "He said, ‘What would you think of building a new police station? And building it on Cowpath Road?’ I said, ‘You’re out of your mind!’ I distinctly remember those words, ‘You’re out of your mind.’ And here we are,” Tierney said.
High school golfer sets course record at Allentown Municipal; breaks mark held jointly by Arnold Palmer and Kyle Wambold
Lydon Patascher can now say he’s better than the late Arnold Palmer – at least at Allentown Municipal Golf Course. The Pleasant Valley senior golfer set a course record by shooting 60 at Allentown Muni on Thursday in a high school match to break the course record of 61 held jointly by Palmer, who shot it in the 1960s, and Kyle Wambold, who shot his 61 in 2017. Patascher finished 12-under par ...
Philadelphia police ID man killed in ‘execution-style’ shooting ambush while riding bike
Police identified the 25-year-old man who was riding a bicycle in South Philadelphia on Wednesday night when three gunmen shot at him at least 40 times, killing him in what police say was an “execution-style” slaying. Shortly after 7 p.m., police responded to reports of a shooting at...
Convicted mobster 1 of 5 arrested in Chickie's and Pete’s brawl: police
PHILADELPHIA - The suspects in a fight that broke out at a Chickie’s and Pete’s nearly two weeks ago have been identified by police. On August 2 at around 5:57 p.m., Philadelphia police arrived at Chickie’s and Pete’s, located on the 1500 block of Packer Avenue in response to a report of a person screaming and a robbery alarm.
2024 high school football preview: Ranking the top three teams in Division I this fall
One week remains until the high school football season begins again. YAIAA teams are in the final stages of prep for the first week of the 2024 campaign. Central York is in position to defend its fifth consecutive Division I title and make another run at the District 3 playoffs. South Western is fresh off one of its best seasons in recent memory. Every other team in the division is looking to upend the standings and take...
Developer Shares Vision for Neshaminy Mall’s New Era
As Bensalem’s Neshaminy Mall hits the market amid decreased foot traffic and increased retail vacancies, one developer has a vision. As Bensalem’s Neshaminy Mall hits the market amid decreased foot traffic and increased retail vacancies, one developer has a vision on how to boost its popularity, writes JD Mullane for the Bucks County Courier Times.
QB Controversy: Five standout players from the Eagles preseason win vs. New England
Nick Sirianni and the Eagles remain undefeated in the preseason following a 14-13 win over the Patriots. After three sluggish quarters, the offense scored 11 points in the final period and converted a two-point attempt to clinch the victory. Several players turned heads in this contest, albeit some for the wrong reasons.
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