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Teacher celebrates 50 years hosting trivia games
NEW SMITHSVILLE, Pa. - John Hartzog, aka Doc Zog to his former students, began a trivia club at what was then Eyer Junior High School back in 1974. Saturday afternoon at Spectators in New Smithville, the former math teacher celebrated a half century of promoting useless knowledge. John Hartzog said,...
Dorney Park celebrates 100th anniversary of Thunderhawk roller coaster
It's a centennial celebration for a Dorney Park staple.The Thunderhawk roller coaster is 100 years old this summer.The park in South Whitehall Twp., near Allentown, threw a birthday party over the weekend, and the state added a proclamation celebrating the historic attraction.Park employees also created a pop-up history museum to chronicle the coaster's past.Originally named simply The Coaster, Thunderhawk was built back in 1924 as an out-and-back roller coaster, featuring a drop and return.It has been renamed and reconfigured over the years, but is still enjoyed by park-goers.This isn't the only big roller coaster-related news from Dorney Park this year.The park's first new roller coaster in 19 years, Iron Menace, opened earlier this season.Action News' Alyana Gomez on the fast track to the top of the Iron Menace in Allentown, Pennsylvania.
‘Beautiful new home’: Longtime florist blossoming at new Lehigh Valley location
S. WHITEHALL TWP., Pa. - A popular florist – offering “designs of distinction” since 1987 – is now blooming at a Lehigh County shopping center. Michael Thomas Floral, a full-service florist offering custom, one-of-a-kind flower arrangements and locally made gifts, in late May moved from its longtime home at 1825 Roth Ave. in Allentown to 4622 Broadway in South Whitehall Township.
From pickle fudge to strawberry shortcake, folk festival serves up sweets
KUTZTOWN, Pa. – At the Kutztown Folk Festival, you can find all kinds of fudge at one stand. "We have 40-50 flavors. They're always changing," said Josh Galanti with Your Chocolate Guys. You can even sample each flavor. "Try the pickle fudge, definitely," Galanti said. "That's the first thing...
Then & Now with Vassi’s Drive-In: Part One
One of the first things travelers see when coming off I-78 in Hellertown is a sign for Vassi’s Drive-In, advertising “Fresh, fast, delicious” eats. It’s an irresistible invitation for travelers, some of whom undoubtedly have been subsisting on granola bars and peanut butter sandwich crackers. Est....
Student Blog: First Blog - Get to Know Me!
Hi everyone! My name is Samantha Tempkin, and I am so thrilled to be joining Broadway World’s student blogger team! Broadway World has long been my go-to source of theater-related news, so getting to join this community as a writer is amazing, but also a little bit nerve-wracking if I’m being honest! Although I love writing, it has been a while since I’ve written about my own experiences and thoughts on a platform such as this one. My hope is that I can use these blogs to connect with students like myself surrounding the highs and lows of getting an education or being involved in theater. Even though I definitely won’t have the answer for everything, it has always helped me to know that there are other people having the same experiences as me, especially in a community like show business that can sometimes be difficult to navigate. That being said, I hope I can be that person for you and that you enjoy these blogs!
Eagle Scout ceremony held in Carbon County
CARBON COUNTY, Pa. — A special celebration for an Eagle Scout in Carbon County. Phoenix Kalavoda of Troop 555 in the Jim Thorpe area built a songbird enclosure at the Carbon County Environmental Education Center for his Eagle Scout project. Phoenix has been involved with his troop for the...
New Family Entertainment Center in Saucon Valley Square to Open July 15
BETHLEHEM, Pa. (June 24, 2024) – B Social, a state-of-the-art multi-entertainment center and event venue that utilizes cutting-edge technology to provide guests with a unique, multifaceted experience, announced it will open its doors in Saucon Valley Square Shopping Center at 3717 U.S. Route 378 on Monday, July 15. “We’re...
Engines roar at Boyertown Museum of Historic Vehicles' "Hoods-up" weekend
BOYERTOWN, Pa. - That was the sound of a 1917 Poleman's engine starting. Just one of the many sounds you can hear at the Boyertown Museum of Historic Vehicles' Hoods up weekend. Museum-goers can check out early and experimental engines from vehicles built right here in Pennsylvania. Don't worry if...
"There's No Bubble Gum and Duct Tape Here" with Steven Zanders | The Inside Dish
On this episode, Mike Drabenstott is joined by Steven Zanders, owner of Sage Alley Brewery, to talk about his long journey through the food industry and how it brought him to owning his own brewery. Steven talks about the delicious food and drink menu available at the brewery, why Coopersburg...
"As Real of a Food As You Can Get" with Calvin Virgilio | The Inside Dish
On this episode, Mike Drabenstott sits down with Calvin Virgilio, owner of The Granola Factory in Bethlehem, to talk about the business's roots that date back decades and the delicious but healthy options for both meals and snacks with the product. Calvin explains why his granola has more health value...
Donny Osmond at Hershey Theatre: Where to buy last-minute tickets
Entertainer Donny Osmond will perform at Hershey Theatre tonight and there is still time to buy tickets. The “Direct From Vegas” show starts at 8 p.m. Tuesday, July 2, 2024. Osmond also will perform on Thursday, July 11, at Wind Creek Event Center in Bethlehem. Fans can buy...
Historic Bethlehem Museums & Sites Announces July 2024 Events
Events include free family programming, the annual Blueberry Festival, and the continuation of the nonprofit’s latest exhibition, “Checking In? Bethlehem’s Alluring Accommodations.”. BETHLEHEM, Pa. (June 24, 2024)—Historic Bethlehem Museums & Sites (HBMS) announced its lineup of events and activities for July 2024, including Blueberry Festival, “Checking In?...
2024 Celtic Classic lineup announced
BETHLEHEM, Pa. - The Celtic Cultural Alliance (CCA) has announced the performer line up for the 2024 Celtic Classic happening September 27–29. Five stages of world-renowned Celtic entertainers will fill downtown Bethlehem with the sounds of tin whistles, fiddles and of course bagpipes!. There are new names this year....
Oh wow!: Local creamery named among best in America
BETHLEHEM, Pa. — It's a local favorite — and now a national one, too. Owowcow Creamery said Monday that USA Today 10Best named it the third-best indie ice cream shop in the country. Its ranking placed it first on the East Coast. While it wasn't among the three...
Pa. reschedules public hearing on renewal of Wind Creek Bethlehem casino license
BETHLEHEM, Pa. — State gaming regulators have rescheduled a public hearing on the renewal of Wind Creek-Bethlehem casino resort’s gaming license for Wednesday, July 31. The original hearing planned for June 26 was postponed because of power outages from a severe storm. The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board, or...
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