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Whitehall-Coplay School District reviews 2023-24 goals, looks to leverage success for next year
WHITEHALL TWP., Pa. — Whitehall-Coplay Board of Education appeared pleased Monday with a wrap-up report detailing districtwide goals for the 2023-24 school year. Superintendent Robert Steckel led the discussion on the district’s six primary goals. They are: coronavirus pandemic recovery, school safety, the capital improvement plan, strengthening connections,...
BeiGene Opens U.S. Biologics Manufacturing and R&D Facility in Hopewell
Global oncology company BeiGene, Ltd. today opened its flagship US facility in Hopewell. Located at the Princeton West Innovation Campus, the facility houses state-of-the-art biologics manufacturing capabilities and a clinical research and development center. This $800 million investment by the company is the culmination of a three-year project to expand...
The Allentown Rescue Mission’s Clean Team Workforce June Employee of the Month
(ALLENTOWN, PA) – The Allentown Rescue Mission’s Clean Team Workforce announces its Employee of the Month for June, Justin C. Justin started a photography and music business in 2022, but he bit off more than he could chew. To keep up with the demands of his time, he began using drugs to stay awake and alert. Eventually, drug use destroyed his business and personal relationships. Justin checked himself into the hospital for help. After his release, his sister told him about the Allentown Rescue Mission, and he decided it was the best place for him to go.
ESU Softball Inks Transfer Tatum Kresley
EAST STROUDSBURG – East Stroudsburg University softball head coach Jaime Wohlbach has announced the signing of Maryland Eastern Shore transfer Tatum Kresley. "We are excited for Tatum to join our Warrior family," said Wohlbach of the newest Warrior. "She brings energy and experience to the team. Tatum is a competitor and will play multiple roles for ESU."
Historic Nazareth is Strummin’ and Hummin’ in Anticipation of Martin on Main!
Saturday, July 27, 2024 12:00 Noon – 7:00 PM EST. The Nazareth Area Chamber of Commerce (NACC), a proud partner of the Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber of Commerce, is thrilled to be hosting the iconic Martin on Main music and guitar festival on Saturday, July 27th, 2024 from 12:00pm-7pm in Historic Nazareth, home of Martin Guitars.
NEW and EXCITING at Musikfest 2024
BETHLEHEM, Pa. -- ArtsQuest is breaking down the new and exciting additions for Musikfest 2024. LANTA’s Enhanced Bus Service system will begin its new route, the Gold Line, from North Side to SouthSide Bethlehem, beginning August 2. Along with the Blue Line from Trexlertown to Easton and the Green Line from Whitehall to the Wind Creek Casino, these bus lines will allow for stops throughout the festival.
Farm animals rescued after trailer crashes into Readington barn
READINGTON – Stanton Road was closed for about nine hours on Monday after the trailer of an 18-wheeler broke free from its tractor and overturned, crashing into a barn. Readington police were dispatched to the scene of the accident around 7:40 a.m. in the 100 block of Stanton Road, according to the Readington Police Department. ...
Two new exhibitions open at Hicks Art Center Gallery at BCCC
Bucks County Community College (BCCC) announced the opening of two new exhibitions: “Dreams of Flora and Fauna” and “Endless Summer” at Hicks Art Center Gallery at the College’s Newtown Campus now through Sept. 14. In the main gallery, “Dreams of Flora and Fauna,” comprised of...
KU professor dies during mountain climbing trip in Turkey
KUTZTOWN, Pa. - The Kutztown University community is mourning the loss of one of its own. Dr. Muhammed Halim Dalgin, associate professor of business administration, passed away last weekend in Turkey. According to multiple reports, Dalgin's death occurred during a mountain climbing trip near the country's border with Iran. According...
Paw Prints on the Canal raises over $13K for Northampton K-9 unit
The Northampton Police Department’s K-9 unit received a generous, five-figure donation made possible by a community of dedicated volunteers. Paw Prints on the Canal organizers Candi Lynn, Beth Smith, Donna Werley and Carol Weiss presented a check for $13,115 to the police department during the July 18 Northampton Borough Council meeting. Police Chief Bryan Kadingo, Officer Geoff Perry and K-9 Chico were in attendance to accept the donation.
Sen. Bob Casey Lauds St. Luke’s for Key Role in Securing Grant for Hispanic Center
U.S. Sen. Bob Casey (D-PA) visited Hispanic Center Lehigh Valley in South Bethlehem last week to announce a $350,000 workforce development grant. U.S. Sen. Bob Casey (D-PA) visited Hispanic Center Lehigh Valley in South Bethlehem last week to announce a $350,000 workforce development grant. Casey personally thanked St. Luke’s Network...
Crews respond to residential fire in Lower Gwynedd early Tuesday morning
Area firefighters battled a blaze in a three story home in Lower Gwynedd early Tuesday morning. Crews were dispatched to the 500 block of Penllyn Pike at 2:16 a.m. on July 23 for a report of a residential fire. Arriving personnel encountered a fire on the first floor of the home, and additional fire service units were dispatched to the scene.
Lower Saucon Township Begins Road Treatment Projects
The Lower Saucon Township Public Works Department began surface treatment projects on various roads in the township on Monday, July 22. The Lower Saucon Township Public Works Department began surface treatment projects on various roads in the township on Monday, July 22. The roads that are or will be receiving...
'Female Entertainer of the Century' coming to Wind Creek Event Center
BETHLEHEM, Pa. — A legendary female singer who was part of one of the biggest girl groups of all time will return to perform at Wind Creek Event Center, it was announced. Diana Ross, who with The Supremes had a dozen No. 1 hits in the 1960s, then a half dozen more as a solo artist in the 1970s and ’80s, will perform at the center at 8 p.m. Oct. 18.
How Good Is Donald Trump At Golf? Major Champion Reveals The Truth
Donald Trump's golf game has been the topic of national discussion, even reaching the debate stage in his most recent matchup against President Joe Biden. The former president is an avid golfer, a fact that was not lost on the reigning U.S. Open champion when they played together recently. Trump ...
Counting Down The Irish – No. 7 WR-Jaden Greathouse
It was a "welcome to the show" moment by freshman wide receiver Jaden Greathouse. In fact, Greathouse was the show. Playing in his first real game in a Notre Dame uniform against Navy in Dublin, Greathouse – the 6-foot-1, 215-pounder out of Austin, Texas – took just eight snaps against the Midshipmen in his Notre Dame debut. But what an eight-play sequence it was.
Bucks County's Sabrina Carpenter goes international with Olympics commercial in Paris
The girl is certainly meeting world. Bucks County's own Sabrina Carpenter has gone international, first as Taylor's Swift's opening act on legs of the Eras Tour in South America, Asia and Australia, and now in a TV commercial promoting the Olympic Games. The NBC spot features the former star of Disney's "Girl Meets World" sipping coffee at a Parisian sidewalk café while enthusiastically chatting up an animated bird about the upcoming Games. Viewing Carpenter's bubbly conversation to...
West Rockhill Supervisors place Holiday House pool debt referendum on November ballot
The West Rockhill Board of Supervisors Wednesday evening approved a maximum $3 million debt referendum to renovate the Holiday House pool. The move follows the completion of a marketing study, which concluded that the 55-year-old pool, a joint venture of West Rockhill and Sellersville Borough, is approaching the end of its life span. The study projected renovation costs at $1 to $3 million.
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