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‘We’re excited!’: Notch, White Orchids owners to open 3rd full-service restaurant
RICHLAND TWP., Pa. - The family behind two popular Lehigh Valley restaurants is planning to add a third dining establishment to its portfolio later this year. A new full-service, Asian fusion restaurant from the owners of White Orchids Thai Cuisine in Upper Saucon Township and Notch Modern Kitchen & Bar in Lower Macungie Township is expected to open in October or November at 640 N. West End Blvd., Suite 8 in Richland Township, Bucks County, co-owner Jeff Virojanapa said.
Family-owned sandwich shop in South Whitehall reopens after pandemic
SOUTH WHITEHALL TWP., Pa. — The COVID-19 pandemic forced countless small businesses to shut down. But in South Whitehall, one of those businesses is making a come back. The Wicked Chef, a fast-casual restaurant serving sandwiches, salads and sides, reopened July 2 after closing because of the pandemic. The...
Local retired art teacher honored by Kutztown Folk Festival
Wapwallopen resident and retired art teacher, Ivan E. Hoyt was honored June 29 by the Kutztown Folk Festival and the Borough of Kutztown for 39 years of participating as a demonstrating craftsman at the annual event founded in 1950 and considered the longest continuous celebration of folk traditions in the United States.
Chicken Sandwich Restaurant Skip’s Wrightstown Opening Soon
Locals will enjoy Skip’s famous fried chicken sandwiches, tenders, and loaded fries as Skip’s Wrightstown opens its doors. In just a few weeks, locals will enjoy Skip’s famous Lancaster County fried chicken sandwiches, tenders, and loaded fries as Skip’s Wrightstown opens its doors, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch.
Lower Makefield Native Hallie Jackson Assumes New Role as NBC Sunday Nightly News Anchor
Pennsbury High School graduate Hallie Jackson will soon join the NBC Nightly News team as the Sunday anchor. Pennsbury High School graduate Hallie Jackson will soon join the NBC Nightly News team as the Sunday anchor, writes Damon C. Williams for the Bucks County Courier Times. Jackson, who grew up...
Metal Detectorists Find More Than What’s Underground
These hunts are fundraisers for the Boyertown Area Historical Society, which documents past activities in an area where the Revolutionary War, the War of 1812 and the Civil War were once fought. In the South, hunts on former war-related land are usually for-profit, where the organizing host splits profits with the property owner.
This Levittown Dive Bar is Ranked by Yelp as the Best in Bucks County
Yelp users have crowned Sparky’s World Famous in Levittown as the best dive bar in Bucks County due to its ambiance and friendly staff. Yelp users have crowned Sparky’s World Famous in Levittown as the best dive bar in Bucks County, writes Gianna for 94.5 PST. This beloved...
Batch, Truffle Bar owners aim to ‘satisfy every sweet tooth’ at new Bethlehem shop
BETHLEHEM, Pa. - The creative teams behind two popular Lehigh Valley brands – each known for its handmade sweet treats – are almost ready to bring unique, mouthwatering creations back to a familiar location in Northampton County. The owners of Batch Microcreamery – offering super premium, hand-crafted ice...
Proposed Hellertown Sheetz Closer to Becoming a Reality
Plans for building a Sheetz on Rt. 412 are one step closer to becoming a reality following Tuesday night’s Hellertown Planning Commission meeting. Plans for building a Sheetz gas station and convenience store on Rt. 412 are one step closer to becoming a reality following Tuesday night’s Hellertown Planning Commission meeting, during which planners reviewed several items.
ArtsQuest to host ‘Steel City Smokeout’ barbeque competition this weekend
BETHLEHEM, Pa. - ArtsQuest will debut its first ever barbeque competition this weekend. The competition is in partnership with Nick’s BBQ. The Steel City Smokeout competition will take place on Saturday, July 20 on PNC Plaza on the ArtsQuest campus at SteelStacks. The event is 18+ and will feature...
Order the Cucumber Margarita at Flying Pig Tavern & Tap
This summer, make plans for happy hour at Flying Pig Tavern & Tap, which opened in Bethlehem in May 2023. The Cucumber Margarita, pictured here, is made with 1800 Cucumber & Jalapeño tequila, fresh-squeezed lime juice, simple syrup and muddled cucumbers. The cocktail is served on the rocks with a cucumber and lime garnish, and a Tajin rim.
"We Is Greater than Me" with Nathan Boateng, Teri Haddad, and Darian Colbert | HealthBEAT
On this episode, Margaret McConnell and co-host Samantha Shaak, acting Executive Director of the Leonard Parker Pool Institute for Health, welcome Nathan Boateng, VP of Community Impact & Engagement at Valley Health Partners, Teri Haddad, VP of Community Initiatives & Advancement at Community Services for Children, and Darian Colbert, Executive Director at Cohesion Network. Together, they talk about how being Pool Fellows has benefitted both them and their work.
‘A Taste of Hellertown’ Planned for Oct. 13
There will be a new and exciting opportunity to put your taste buds to the test this fall in Saucon Valley. There will be a new and exciting opportunity to put your taste buds to the test this fall in Saucon Valley. A Taste of Hellertown is a new event...
Quakertown Native Sabrina Carpenter Answers Burning Questions on Hot Ones
Quakertown-native and pop sensation Sabrina Carpenter made her debut on the popular “Hot Ones” YouTube series. Quakertown-native and pop sensation Sabrina Carpenter made her debut on the popular “Hot Ones” YouTube series, writes Franki Rudenesky for The Philly Voice. Carpenter faced the fiery challenge of eating...
'Love Letters to Bethlehem' showcases businesses, community leaders who spread joy, inspire change
BETHLEHEM, Pa. — It was as an evening filled with hometown pride, evident by the friendly crowd who hugged one another and clapped as community leaders appeared on the big screen. "Love Letters to Bethlehem," an 11-minute film that features the stories of 10 prominent leaders and business owners,...
Bucks County, PA’s Owowcow Ice Cream Now Available in Cape May, NJ
Ice cream from a very popular ice cream shop in Bucks County, PA is now available down the shore (spoken like a true Jersey Girl). Owowcow is expanding (sort of) to Cape May, New Jersey, according to Philly Voice. The sweet treat shop was founded in Ottsville. It has four...
Disability Pride Exhibition opening at The Baum School of Art
The Baum School of Art is proud to host a Disability Pride exhibition in partnership with Disability Pride Pennsylvania and Lehigh Valley Arts & Cultural Alliance. The exhibition showcases artworks from over 30 local and regional artists with disabilities. Join in for the opening reception of the Disability Pride Exhibition, Third Thursday, July 18, from 6-8 p.m. This event is free and open to the public. Light refreshments will be served.
Nina's Waffles & Ice Cream opens sixth location in Chalfont, shares space with Manhattan Bagel
Here’s the scoop – a popular Bucks County ice cream shop has opened a sixth location in Chalfont. Nina’s Waffles & Ice Cream announced its grand opening June 29 and that it will be doing business at the Manhattan Bagel store at the intersection of E. Butler Avenue and N. Main Street.
LV barbecue contest coming to Bethlehem
ArtsQuest, which hosts competitive food events the Souper Bowl and Lehigh Valley Vegan s’ MAC Down, will present a new barbecue battle, the Steel City Smokeout, July 20. The Kansas City Barbecue Society and Mid-Atlantic BBQ Association sanctioned the official state competition, set for PNC Plaza at SteelStacks, First Street, Bethlehem.
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