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Secret Cave That Used to Serve as Hideout for Revolutionary War Outlaws Discovered in Bucks County
A secret cave that used to house Revolutionary War outlaws, also known as the Doan gang, was discovered in Bucks County and is currently being excavated. A secret cave that used to house Revolutionary War outlaws – British spies and armed thieves also known as the Doan gang – was recently discovered in Bucks County and is currently being excavated, writes John McDevitt for KYW Newsradio.
‘We are excited’: Popular Berks County thrift store expanding with 2nd location
KUTZTOWN, Pa. – Individuals looking to spruce up their home or wardrobe on a budget will soon have a new store to check out in Berks County. Once Again Thrift Store, a locally owned and operated thrift store offering a “wide variety of items and treasures,” is planning to open a second location on Thursday, Aug. 15, at 318 W. Main St. in Kutztown.
Parkland SD to honor veteran with high school diploma
ALLENTOWN, Pa -– The Parkland Board of School Directors will present a Vietnam veteran with his high school diploma. The board will present Robert Franklin Seel, class of 1961, with his Parkland High School diploma during its regular school board meeting on Aug. 20 at 7 p.m. Mr. Seel,...
Something (new) is cooking with Allentown Fair. You be the judge
ALLENTOWN, Pa. – Allentown Fair is less than two weeks away, and things already are cooking — so to speak. For the 172nd fair, which kicks off Aug. 28 and runs through Labor Day, Sept. 2, fair President Daryl Urmy has challenged concessionaires to come up with new treats at their stands, the fair announced Thursday.
Library offering programs for kids, teens, adults
Parkland Community Library, 4422 Walbert Ave., South Whitehall, will present its Cardmaking with Sending Sunshine program for teens ages 12-18 from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. Aug. 16. Earn volunteer hours making cards for seniors. ***. Adults, join library staff for their monthly Fiber Art Sit and Sewing session 9-12:30...
Richland Township Debates Rezoning 80 Acres for New Housing Development
Developers recenty proposed rezoning 80 acres of forest reserve land to build 165 single-family homes in Richland. At a recent Richland Township Board of Supervisors meeting, developers proposed rezoning 80 acres of forest reserve land to build 165 single-family homes, writes Jess Rohan for the Bucks County Courier Times. The...
Downtown Sellersville growing with plant shop and soda bar opening on Main Street
Two women-owned shops are laying down roots in downtown Sellersville with a shared grand opening celebration on Saturday. Just One More Plant, a boutique houseplant store relocating from Quakertown, and The Fizzy Fern, a brand-new gourmet soda and beverage bar, will join the town’s growing cultural district, taking over the former Pickers Junction space on North Main Street.
Local state senator leads safety roundtable talks in Lehigh Valley
ALLENTOWN, Pa. - Local and state leaders came together in Allentown Thursday to talk about ways the city could use state dollars to keep the streets safe. State Sen. Nick Miller, who serves Lehigh and Northampton counties, led a safety roundtable discussion Thursday at the Boys and Girls Club of Allentown.
Rise in Montco Democrats Could Sway Election
As City Democrats move out to Montco, Chester, and Bucks, red and purple districts are turning blue in the lead up to a contentious election. Montgomery County and the surrounding suburbs are seeing a surge in registered Democrats as the population increases, reports Katie Bernard and Assem Shukla for The Philadelphia Inquirer. This surge could benefit Kamala Harris in November.
Bridge repairs in Allentown extended until Sept. 9 completion date
ALLENTOWN, Pa., - Kernsville Road, which has been closed and detoured since May 1 for bridge repairs of the Kernsville Road Bridge over Jordan Creek, will be closed until Sept. 9, according to a news release from PennDOT. The project was originally scheduled to be completed in August. Vehicle traffic...
Allentown Redevelopment Authority looks to boost efficiency, find its stride
ALLENTOWN, Pa. — Allentown Redevelopment Authority board is preparing for a busy six months, as officials aim to get the agency back up to speed by early next year. Allentown Community and Economic Development Director Vicky Kistler on Wednesday detailed a set of goals she described as “very aggressive,” but attainable.
Historic Northampton brewery to become apartments
NORTHAMPTON, Pa. -- A landmark in the Borough of Northampton is being transformed into apartments. Hyman Properties is redeveloping the iconic Northampton Brewing Company building. A local historian says he's thrilled this historic structure is being preserved, while getting new life. "We smelled the hops," said Ed Pany, a local...
School Board Member William Formica Urged To Step Down
Souderton Area School Board Member William Formica is accused of writing on social media that Kamala Harris performed a sex act in response to a question about the vice president's political accomplishments. Parents and teachers have criticized Formica’s post as sexist and misogynistic, and say the Republican has a history...
Community Night set for Aug. 27 at park
Food trucks, vendors, child fingerprinting, more part of Hanover event. At the Aug. 7 Hanover Township, Lehigh County, Council meeting, it was mentioned the fourth annual Community Night will be 4-7:30 p.m. Aug. 27 at Canal Park, 1960 Dauphin St. The rain date is scheduled for Aug. 28. It is...
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