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Restaurant inspections from Monroe County, June 17-30
These establishments in Monroe County were inspected between June 17 and 30, according to Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture records. The Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture provides this disclosure: "Please remember that any inspection is a 'snapshot' of the day and time of the inspection. An inspection conducted on any given day may not be representative of the overall, long-term cleanliness of an establishment. Also, at the time of the inspection, violations are recorded but are often corrected on site prior to the inspector leaving the establishment."
Lehigh Valley couple takes home gold medals for ballroom dancing at Transplant Games
MARTINS CREEK, Pa. - A couple from the Lehigh Valley won multiple gold medals for ballroom dancing at the Transplant Games in Birmingham, Alabama. Al and Vicki Piccotti, of Martins Creek, won 10 gold medals, as well as a silver medal. This isn't the first time the couple has won...
Nothing says summer in NJ like this sunflower paradise
Von Thun Farms in Washington, NJ is such a great place to visit all year long!. I finally got to visit the NJ Sunflower Trail. It was a beautiful, sunny day, with very low humidity, a perfect day for admiring summer's bountiful beauty. The ride there was gorgeous and when...
Billiards on Broadway presents The Chamber
We are proud to welcome Billiards on Broadway back for another year as our partner and the presenting sponsor of the juiciest dish on PowerMizzou. If you're looking for the inside scoop on Mizzou recruiting, The Chamber is the place. If you're looking for the best burger in Columbia, Billiards on Broadway is your go-to. A great place to watch a game, play some pool and pair a great local beer selection with one of Columbia's best meals. Local sports, Local beer, Local food--all under one roof at Billiards!
Fish for free day for the 4th of July
TOBYHANNA, Pa. — Fishermen are reeling in some big catches on the pier at Tobyhanna State Park in Monroe County. "Hey, you know what they say, a bad day of fishing is still better than a good day at work," said Tommy Cardaci of Tobyhanna. Even though Tommy Cardaci...
Pennsylvania gaming regulator reschedules hearing for Wind Creek Bethlehem licence renewal
The hearing will be held on July 31 at Bethlehem City Hall. US.- The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board (PGCB) has rescheduled a hearing to take public comment on the renewal of the Category 2 Slot Machine Operator Licence for Wind Creek Bethlehem casino, Northampton County. It will be held at the Bethlehem City Hall on July 31. A severe storm which knocked out electricity at Bethlehem City Hall forced the cancellation of the previously scheduled hearing on June 26.
Christian Sporacio performs on 69 News at Sunrise ahead of Shawnee Riverfest
He leads an indie folk rock band based in Asbury Park, New Jersey, and he's making his way to Shawnee Riverfest to perform on July 7th. WFMZ's Eve Russo chatted with Christian Sporacio about his music and the fest, which benefits the Pocono Mountain United Way.
Sky Zone franchisee to reopen FreeFall Trampoline Park with ‘new, fun, cutting-edge equipment’
BETHLEHEM TWP., Pa. - A popular entertainment spot is bouncing back in Northampton County. The space that previously housed FreeFall Trampoline Park, at 2800 Baglyos Circle in Bethlehem Township, will become a Sky Zone Trampoline Park later this summer. Tabula Rasa Holdings, which operates 17 other Sky Zone locations including...
Wildlife art to be featured at Kettle Creek Gallery
Tired of ads? Subscribers enjoy a distraction-free reading experience. Monroe County Conservation District’s Kettle Creek Environmental Education Center will feature the work of Caroline Fegley throughout the month of July in a show titled “Blirb Studios-Wildlife Art.”. Fegley has done work with organizations such as Hawk Mountain Sanctuary,...
Independence Television Wins 2024 Hometown Media Award from ACM Foundation
INDEPENDENCE TWP. — Independence Television was recently recognized by Alliance for Community Media Foundation and received the 2024 Hometown Media Award. The national award recognizes Independence Television’s station’s overall excellence in serving the residents Independence Township, City of the Village of Clarkston and Springfield Township in Public, Education and Government broadcasting. This is the first time Independence Television has been recognized with this award since forming in 2013.
Louie G’s Roast Beef & Pork Expanding to Washington Twp. Starting Franchise Model
Louie G’s Roast Beef and Pork opened in Sewell/Mantua about four years ago, and based on their incredible popularity… later this fall they will open a second location, with the latest coming to Washington Township. Fresh in-house roasted beef and pork sandwiches, high quality fresh ingredients for hoagies,...
North Warren Art Students Exhibit Their Best
Art students at North Warren Regional High School brought out their best, as the school year closed, with more than a few of the artists pursuing their creative abilities after graduation. In addition to the May 30 art show at the high school, a high point of the year was...
Sussex County Community College Alumnus Directs College’s Summer Musical “Alice by Heart”
NEWTON, N.J. – The visual and performing arts department at Sussex County Community College (SCCC) presents its summer show, “Alice by Heart,” a touching musical inspired by “Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland,” with music by Tony® and Grammy® award-winning creators of “Spring Awakening,” Duncan Sheik and Steven Sater, and book by Steven Sater and Jessie Nelson.
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