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Culinary comeback: Chef reopens South Whitehall restaurant
S. WHITEHALL TWP., Pa. -- It's a surreal homecoming for Chef John Moniak, who reopened his restaurant, The Wicked Chef, in July. "It feels weird. It's like if you take a nap for almost four years and you woke up and all the sudden, here it is again," he said.
A first in the Lehigh Valley: New outdoor fitness court is free to use
Fitness enthusiasts or those just starting out exercising, have a new spot in the Lehigh Valley to pursue the healthy endeavor, and its free. In Upper Nazareth Township, people gathered Saturday for the formal dedication of a new fitness court at Leibert Park, which is the first of its kind locally, according to a national organization that helped install hundreds of similar courts elsewhere in Pennsylvania and nationwide. The outdoor gym can provide a full-body workout in as little as seven minutes. The features of the court focus on seven zones: core, squat, push, lunge, pull, agility and bend. The court has various step blocks, and objects to push or pull. It is also geared for people of all fitness levels and those wanting to spend more time. About one-half of the gym has an open space on which group exercise classes will be held. In between is a wall with artwork of the Nazareth region depicting several landmarks, including the Martin Guitar factory in the township. C.F. Martin & Co. is one of the donors of the approximately $300,000 facility.
Allentown's new boutique hotel now hiring for fall opening
ALLENTOWN, Pa. -- A new hotel in downtown Allentown is now hiring. Moxy Allentown Downtown is looking for "high-energy candidates" for a range of positions, including housekeeping, operations, cook, bartender and more. The 133-room boutique hotel at 949 Hamilton St. is set to open in the fall, as construction wraps...
Pierogis and Pints in Carbon County
PALMERTON, Pa. — Pierogies are on the menu at Blue Mountain Resort near Palmerton this weekend for the Pierogi's and Pints festival. The event is the first of its kind for Blue Mountain Resort and it kicks off Saturday at 11am. "There's going to be pierogi sampling, 20 draft...
Arcade forced to vacate Palmer Park Mall, owners say (UPDATE)
An arcade known for its retro and modern selections is sending gamers elsewhere after its owners claim they were forced by management to vacate Palmer Park Mall. The Arcade Era in December 2023 opened at the shopping destination at Route 248 and Park Avenue in Palmer Township. The move followed the same owners’ spring 2023 opening of another location at the Stroud Mall in Stroud Township, Monroe County.
The 18 new foods debuting at Great Allentown Fair and how you can judge the best
Nothing against Cheap Trick, Brad Paisley or any of the other grandstand shows at the top of the Great Allentown Fair bill, but it’s the food that’s the biggest draw for many folks in the Lehigh Valley. And the fair, which starts next Wednesday and continues through Labor...
Pierogies & Pints Fest coming to Blue Mountain
PALMERTON, CARBON COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A new festival is making its way to a resort in the Poconos this weekend. The art of making pierogi, everyone has their own technique. But first, you have to start with the dough. Cook Emily Clinebell with Blue Mountain in Palmerton shows us the perfect way to pinch a […]
Enjoy Free Concert in Dimmick Park Sunday
The Hellertown-Lower Saucon Chamber of Commerce and the Borough of Hellertown will host the final installment of their 2024 Music in the Park series this Sunday, Aug. 25 at 6 p.m. at Morris J. Dimmick Park. Est. Read Time: < 1 min. The Hellertown-Lower Saucon Chamber of Commerce and the...
Radio icon Bobby Gunther Walsh discusses healing from race car injury, while staying on the airwaves
ALLENTOWN, Pa. — He’s known for his passions for radio and race cars. Bobby Gunther Walsh has stayed devoted to his listeners, as he heals from a severe crash injury. You’ve heard his voice and the sound of him zipping through Grandview Speedway. Local radio icon and race car driver Bobby Gunther Walsh admits he’s been in a lot of crashes.
Sublime with Rome Farewell Tour 2024 | Review by Janel Spiegel
Photography provided by Wind Creek Event Center (photo credit Dana Grubb) Bethlehem, Pennsylvania… What a beautiful night, the moon was out, mother nature gave her all. The entire night was beautiful as Sitting on Stacy and G. Love & Special Sauce opened the show for Sublime with Rome, the Farewell Tour. Rome brought all the homies together tonight. I know I saw quite a few of my friends. Rome Ramirez is the current lead singer, and guitarist for Sublime. Rome is also a songwriter, and producer. Always give all the love and respect to the songwriters. Rome brought so much to Sublime, and he will be releasing his own music, and has stated he wants to focus on that but tonight, a sold-out, packed show in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania was full of love, and gratitude from Rome, and the fans who came out to show love and support.
Cetronia Volunteer Fire Department celebrates 100th Anniversary
CETRONIA, Pa. - The Cetronia Volunteer Fire Department celebrated its 100th year on Saturday. Everything began back in 1924. Several community members met with the idea and a few months later, the fire station was built. On Saturday, community and station members gathered once again for food, fun, and to...
Eat, Sip, Shop: Single mother bringing ‘grand-scale’ bakery and cafe to new Boyd complex
BETHLEHEM, Pa – Starting next year, the spotlight will shine on mouthwatering cakes, quiches, croquettes and other French-inspired treats at the same spot where big-name Hollywood stars previously lit up a movie screen in downtown Bethlehem. Paris Baguette, a bakery café franchise with more than 4,000 units worldwide, is...
Patrons rush to get their fix as Northampton Co. ice cream shop announces closure
A Northampton County ice cream shop known just as much for its homemade pierogies as its scoops is readying to shutter permanently. Blue Moo Ice Cream Shop & More, 2693 Community Drive in Moore Township, on Aug. 31 plans to close for good. Married co-owners Brian and Michelle Crocefoglia, of the Nazareth area, as well as staff known as the “Moo Crew” on Wednesday made the announcement to loyal patrons on the business’ Facebook page.
From killing perch to science outpost, Bake Oven Knob opens 64th season for counting hawks
Gray curtains of rain approached and finally engulfed a rocky outcropping where a paper bag, stuffed and shaped to look like an owl with a drawn-on face, swayed overhead on the end of a stick jammed into a crevice. It was Wednesday afternoon, about a week into the 64th Autumn...
Lehigh Valley Brew at the Zoo returns for 9th year
NORTH WHITEHALL TWP., Pa. — Lehigh Valley Zoo has a lot of events brewing, with one set to center on beer. The zoo, at 5150 Game Preserve Road, Schnecksville, will hold its ninth annual Brew at the Zoo event from 3-6 p.m. Sept. 14. Visitors will be able to...
Chalkpalooza Chalk and Bubble Festival: A Day of Creativity, Fun, and Community Support
Get ready to experience a day filled with creativity, laughter, and community spirit at the Chalkpalooza Chalk and Bubble Festival on September 7, 2024, from 10 AM to 2 PM at Renningers Market, Kutztown, PA. This family-friendly event promises fun for all ages, with vibrant chalk art, playful bubbles, and an array of activities that bring people together in a celebration of kindness and creativity.
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