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FOOD & DRINK
‘Fresh and delicious’: New ‘Chicken and Pizza’ restaurant to open in Allentown
ALLENTOWN, Pa. - A new addition to the Lehigh Valley’s dining scene is almost ready to serve up flavorful, made-to-order eats – including burgers, chicken wings, rice platters and brick oven pizza. Chicken and Pizza, a fast-casual restaurant offering freshly prepared pizzas, chicken dishes, sandwiches and more, will...
Local ice cream among USA Today’s best; Victaulic expansion to create jobs | Lehigh Valley headlines
If you’re living in or around the Lehigh Valley, you’re a short trip away from visiting one of the 10 best independent ice cream shops in the nation. That’s according to USA Today, which last month published its list of the 10 best indie ice cream shops across the nation. The news outlet regularly publishes “10Best” features on some of the nation’s favorite pastimes.
Classic rockers’ show at Allentown Fair postponed after diagnosis
Heart lead singer Ann Wilson on Tuesday announced a cancer diagnosis and says her recovery will prevent her from performing this year. The classic rock band’s headlining stop set for next month at the Great Allentown Fair is now postponed, according to the websites for the act and the fair.
‘Great food and company’: Cafe and catering company launching at former Uncle Wesley’s spot in Easton
EASTON, Pa. - A new delicious concept is taking off at the site of a former landmark restaurant in the Lehigh Valley. Blacinas, a cafe and catering company offering “food made with love,” recently held a soft opening for its catering services at 1100 Bushkill St. in Easton.
‘Super pumped!’: Restaurant offering ‘Mexican comfort food,’ full bar nears opening in Northampton County
HELLERTOWN, Pa. — A new full-service restaurant is set to spice up the Lehigh Valley’s dining scene with unique, made-from-scratch Mexican dishes, signature spirits and cocktails, and a vibrant atmosphere. La Maya Mexican Comfort, offering upscale Mexican comfort cuisine, is expected to open within the next few weeks...
'Wonderful, quirky tradition': Kazoo Parade creates buzz in Nazareth
'Wonderful, quirky tradition': Kazoo Parade creates buzz in Nazareth. It's a tradition that almost got canceled this year, but more than 400 people came out with their kazoos to show their support for a special parade.
This Little Gingerbread House in Phillipsburg is Kendall Delesky's First Salon and a Family Journey
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ – A return to local investment? Maybe. Phillipsburg is home to 21-year-old Kendall Delesky and she’s transformed a charming gingerbread house into her dream salon. A 2020 graduate of Phillipsburg High School, Kendall reminisces about her high school days, sharing memories and stories of growing up in Delaware Heights, Phillipsburg. The youngest of three girls, Kendall's journey from student to entrepreneur is a testament to family, hard work, saving along the way and keeping her talent where’s she has the recipe for success: family.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Specializing in hand-tied...
Dorney Park prepares for 3 nights of fireworks
ALLENTOWN, Pa. - The 4th of July and fireworks go hand in hand, and Dorney Park and Wildwater Kingdom is making sure guests enjoy a huge display. In the July heat workers from Rozzi Fireworks out of Ohio are putting on the finishing touches to make sure Dorney Park lives up to its tradition of a great fireworks display.
Nothing says summer in NJ like this sunflower paradise
Von Thun Farms in Washington, NJ is such a great place to visit all year long!. I finally got to visit the NJ Sunflower Trail. It was a beautiful, sunny day, with very low humidity, a perfect day for admiring summer's bountiful beauty. The ride there was gorgeous and when...
2024 Jurassic Quest is back | PHOTOS
Here’s a sneak peak of the herd of photorealistic and interactive dinosaurs from The Jurassic Quest exhibit at Agri-Plex in Allentown. The exhibit includes the moving and roaring dinosaurs, themed rides and attractions, interactive science displays and art activities for only one weekend on July 5-7, 2024.
Saucon Valley woman turns yard into the Stars and Stripes for July 4th (PHOTOS)
Americans have different ways of showing their love for their country around Independence Day. Some are simple ways; others go all out. Cheyenne Reiman, of Lower Saucon Township, is one that went all out. She painted Old Glory on her side yard. “I love America,” she explained. Reiman decided...
This 313 Year Old New Jersey Hotel Is Reopening In Hunterdon County
This New Jersey Hotel Was Built Before The Revolutionary War. As you know, if you have followed my articles, I love history and I love talking about history, especially here in the Garden State. New Jersey, one of the original colonies, has a deep history that is among the oldest in American history. So this sorry about a historical New Jersey inn is something I enjoy writing about.
Mack Trucks Historical Museum Celebrates 40 Years
The Mack Trucks Historical Museum is celebrating its 40th anniversary in 2024, marking decades of documenting and chronicling the Mack Trucks legacy. Located in Allentown, Pennsylvania, the nonprofit museum is a 15,000-square-foot Mack-themed exhibition housed at the Mack Experience Center. About 10,000 annual visitors are drawn to the museum’s vintage Mack® trucks and detailed archives on display.
Dinosaurs take over Allentown Fairgrounds (PHOTOS)
Jurassic Quest workers were seen herding in and setting up photorealistic dinosaurs Wednesday morning for a three-day interactive dinosaur experience at the Allentown Fairgrounds Agri-Plex. Jurassic Quest is North America’s largest animatronic dinosaur exhibit that showcases life-sized, realistic dinosaurs and activities to entertain and educate families. The dinosaurs that...
Bethlehem native to release debut album
Lehigh Valley native Lilly Moss has released the title track, “Meet Me on Broadway,” from her debut country album, which is set to be released on Friday, July 12. Produced by Grammy-nominated producer Dan Malsch of Soundmine Studios, “Meet Me on Broadway” showcases Lilly’s versatility as an artist and songwriter.
Lehigh Valley Zoo celebrates July 4
N. WHITEHALL TWP., Pa. - The Lehigh Valley Zoo hosted some patriotic events of its own to celebrate America's birthday. Exhibits were decorated with patriotic-themed enrichment. Uncle Sam was spotted on stilts having a height check with the giraffes. The Allentown Hobo Band performed in the barnyard area. There were...
Recent Liberty grad opens Halal eatery
As a heat wave burned through the Lehigh Valley in late June, Sizzling Bites Halal Grill continued firing up the eclectic restaurant scene in Southside Bethlehem. “My favorite thing is talking with the people – how they like the food, how was their experience,” owner Abdul Wali, a 2023 graduate of Liberty HS, said on a Saturday afternoon in June at the authentic Halal restaurant.
New Hellertown Gym Plans Grand Opening Celebration
Saucon Creek Fitness’s event will begin with gym tours at 8 a.m. and include an open gym High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) workout starting at 9 a.m. Later there will be food, a DJ and games. Est. Read Time: 4 mins. A fitness facility that recently opened on W....
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