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Bethlehem documentary explores rise of community arts; public invited to film scenes
BETHLEHEM, Pa. — A new documentary will shed light on the rise of arts and music in the city, around the time that the steel industry began to spiral. Behind the development of the film is a group of artists and friends — Doug Roysdon, of the Mock Turtle Marionette Theatre; Dave Fry, of Godfrey Daniels Folk Music Club; Bill George, co-founder of Touchstone Theatre; and his wife Bridget George, of the Bach Choir of Bethlehem and Touchstone Theatre.
Restoration on Portion of Monocacy Creek Is Underway | WDIY Local News
On Tuesday, Northampton County announced their partnership with Wildlands Conservancy to restore around a half mile of the Monocacy Creek. A press release from the County shared that the zone includes the part of the creek that flows through the Archibald Johnston Conservation Area (AJCA) in Bethlehem Township. The creek...
'Stomachs of steel:' Allentown Fair hosts Scrapple-eating contest, no forks needed
ALLENTOWN, PA. — In a matter of minutes, Josh Kraty used his hands to stuff close to three pounds of scrapple into his mouth. Months of stomach expansion training led up to that victorious moment. Two seats down, Allentown Mayor Matt Tuerk stuck a fork in the meat and...
Warren County Farmers Fair offers comfortable stability
HARMONY TOWNSHIP — The first reminder that it’s Warren County Farmers Fair week is the hot air balloon hovering over the highway between Washington and Phillipsburg. The first reminder that it’s tractor pull night is the black plume of smoke wafting over the ring. Much of the...
Pa. House committee helps open Allentown Fair, as CDC urges precautions around livestock
The 172nd Great Allentown Fair that opened Wednesday and continues through Labor Day provides a vital link to Pennsylvania’s agricultural heritage, along with world-class entertainment, rides and food from 82 vendors. That’s according to state lawmakers who met Wednesday inside the Agri~Plex on the Allentown Fairgrounds at North 17th...
UGI gas main project could cause road closures near Easton high school
PALMER TWP., Pa. -- A gas main project will cause some traffic disruptions near Easton Area High School. UGI is planning to replace a gas main in Palmer Township, starting Tuesday Sept. 3. These roads will be impacted:. South Greenwood Avenue between Charlotte Avenue and William Penn Highway. Norton Avenue...
Army vs. Lehigh: TV Channel, Live Stream, Time, How to Watch – August 30, 2024
At 6:00 p.m. ET on Friday, the Lehigh Mountain Hawks play at the Army Black Knights. This matchup will be available on CBS Sports Network. Keep up with college football all season on FOX Sports. Learn more about the Army Black Knights and the Lehigh Mountain Hawks. How to Watch...
Allentown's Back-to-School Bash: Free supplies and axe-throwing for students
ALLENTOWN, Pa. -- A faith-based nonprofit agency in Allentown is helping families save money as their kids begin the new school year. The Lehigh Conference of Churches hosted its first-ever Back-to-School Bash Friday in Allentown. Students stocked up on free school supplies and got free hair cuts. Students also enjoyed...
From livestock to live music: 2024 Great Allentown Fair’s gates open (PHOTOS)
A slice of some good ol’ Americana was on display as the Great Allentown Fair opened Wednesday night at the Allentown Fairgrounds. The fair hosts a little something for everyone, from amusement rides to live entertainment, livestock, concerts, games, food and more. A few highlights from Wednesday showcased local...
Electrical odor at Cedarbrook causes temporary evacuation
SOUTH WHITEHALL TWP., Pa. - Lehigh County Communications has confirmed that several residents of the Cedarbrook Nursing Home were evacuated around noon Friday, following reports of a power outage and electrical smell. EMS crews were called at 12:03 p.m. to the county-owned facilities at 4243 Dorney Park Road. Odor was...
Gridlock Alert! Busy Stretch of the Pa. Turnpike in Bucks County Closed
We've got some bad news if you're traveling around Bucks County this afternoon. A busy stretch of the Pennsylvania Turnpike is closed in the Falls Township area. The Westbound side of the Pennsylvania turnpike is closed between the Connector Bridge and the exit for Delaware Valley (that's exit 42). We're hearing it all stems from an overturned tractor trailer.
Phillipsburg Council's Approval on Near $450K for Six New Town Vehicles Scrutinized
PHILLIPSBURG, N.J.---Town council's approval Wednesday on spending just over $450,000 for six new 2024 trucks for both the public works and the fire department brought questions and comments from several councilmen and close attention being paid by residents attending the meeting. Mayor Randy Piazza, Jr. explained the large expenditure for six town vehicles will be paid for out of special earmarked capital reserve funds approved through several past town budgets providing for the purchase of new town trucks. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Council President Peter Marino along with the mayor pointed out several...
Easton looks to tweak budget for 3rd Street garage improvements
EASTON, Pa. — Easton will have to tweak its budget to accommodate repairs for the 3rd Street garage, city officials confirmed Wednesday, though in the wake of this week’s parking summit, the end result could prove quite beneficial. A bill introduced by Vice Mayor Ken Brown explained the...
Managing the Lehigh Valley's warehouse boom: The search for solutions
LOWER MACUNGIE TWP., Pa. — Battles over warehouses are nothing new, as those living in Lower Macungie can attest. A 2010 agreement between the township and Jaindl Land Co. diverted plans for a nearly 700-acre quarryin Lower Macungie Township in favor of a mix of residential, commercial and industrial development.
Don't be cross about crosswalks: PennDOT urges pedestrians stay alert, drivers stay patient
BETHLEHEM, Pa. — With area schools welcoming students back for classes this week, crosswalks in West Bethlehem are as busy as ever. And some drivers are paying the price for not yielding to pedestrian right of way. Starting around 10 a.m. Thursday, PennDOT's pedestrian education and traffic enforcement operation...
BASD secretaries ratify tentative agreement, one step closer to a new three-year contract
BETHLEHEM, Pa. — Bethlehem Area School District secretaries are one step closer to a new three-year contract after ratifying a tentative agreement with the district Thursday. Teamster Local 773 Clerical and Secretarial Employees reached the agreement with BASD in a Wednesday evening bargaining session that was led by a...
Easton receives $100,000 grant for public art projects
EASTON, Pa. — Easton has secured a multiyear $100,000 grant to fund public arts projects and activities in the city over the next four years. The funds, from the Pennsylvania Council on the Arts, are intended to go toward “reinforcing the city’s standing as a hub for creativity, culture, and community-driven revitalization,” the Greater Easton Development Partnership said.
Bucks County Renaissance Faire and Polish Festival highlight local Labor Day weekend fun
The Labor Day weekend is upon us, and you don't have to sit in traffic to the Jersey shore or even leave Bucks County for some fun this holiday. There's plenty to see and do right here, and the weather looks like it may cooperate for the most part. ...
Lehigh Valley community colleges awarded more than $2 million in projects and renovations
BETHLEHEM, Pa. — The state Education Department has awarded more than over $33 million to 12 community colleges throughout the state, including two in the Lehigh Valley. Northampton Community College got $2 million for campuswide roof and paving and Lehigh Carbon Community College $625,000 for improvements to its public safety system, according to a news release.
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