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2024 Independence Day festivities at SteelStacks | PHOTOS
The free Independence Day festivities will include a full afternoon of musical events, accompanied by delicious food vendors. This event will be the last chance to view the Hometown Heroes 2024 banner that debuted over 1,500 photos of local military veterans on Memorial Day. The SteelStacks campus serves as the perfect spot to view a dazzling fireworks display put on by the City of Bethlehem at 9 p.m. This event is free and open to the public from 3 pm to 11 pm.
4th of July Holiday Means Adjustments for Fountain Hill Residents
Fountain Hill residents are being advised of a change to municipal services and the closure of amenities due to the Fourth of July. Fountain Hill residents are being advised of a change to municipal services and the closure of amenities due to the Fourth of July. Residents whose trash is...
Key road to close for 2 weeks in Bucks County, Pa.
NORTHAMPTON TOWNSHIP, Pa. — Drivers through Richboro will have one more traffic issue to deal with as key road closes for two weeks after the Independence Day holiday. PennDOT will close Almshouse Road (Route 332) to thru traffic in the Richboro section of Northampton Township between Second Street Pike (Route 232) and Jacksonville Road on Monday, July 8. The closure will allow for drainage pipe replacement just west of the intersection of Hatboro and Almshouse Road.
Northampton County decision on tax deal for Dixie Cup property delayed
Northampton County Council might not vote until mid-October on a tax-financing plan for redeveloping the former Dixie Cup factory in Wilson. Tina Smith, the county’s community and economic development director, told council Wednesday night that Wilson Council is scheduled to pass a resolution granting a TIF, or tax increment financing plan, to the developer, Skyline Investment Group. The ...
Some communities are pushing back on an effort by a Lehigh Valley lawmaker to fix the affordable housing crisis
Jeffery Ayers has lived in Moore Township for more than 60 years. He has seen the Northampton County community grow, but it mostly remains a patchwork of farms and small villages. As chair of the Moore Township Zoning Board, he’s well aware of the growing development in the Lehigh Valley and is sympathetic to the region’s housing shortage. However, he considers the township to be unique, with ...
American flag replaced during emotional ceremony at Bethlehem rehab facility
BETHLEHEM, Pa. -- Community members gathered at Bethlehem North Nursing and Rehab facility to help replace an American flag. During the Wednesday ceremony, the flag was unveiled with the help of an honor guard, flag bearers and a bugler. The Nam Knights also participated in the ceremony while riding their...
Main Street in Freemansburg to Be Closed for Roadwork Until October
Motorists who regularly drive through Freemansburg borough are being alerted to an upcoming road closure in the small riverside community.. Motorists who regularly drive through Freemansburg borough are being alerted to an upcoming road closure in the small riverside community.. Main Street between Monroe and Washington streets in Freemansburg will...
Demonstrators protest first lady's visit to Allentown
ALLENTOWN, Pa. - Not everyone welcomed First Lady Jill Biden with open arms while she was visiting Allentown Tuesday. A group of voters, mostly supporters of Donald Trump, gathered in Allentown Tuesday, making their voices heard. They blasted President Biden's policies on issues like illegal immigration. They also spoke out...
Pennsylvania gaming regulator reschedules hearing for Wind Creek Bethlehem licence renewal
The hearing will be held on July 31 at Bethlehem City Hall. US.- The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board (PGCB) has rescheduled a hearing to take public comment on the renewal of the Category 2 Slot Machine Operator Licence for Wind Creek Bethlehem casino, Northampton County. It will be held at the Bethlehem City Hall on July 31. A severe storm which knocked out electricity at Bethlehem City Hall forced the cancellation of the previously scheduled hearing on June 26.
Nursing home veterans in Bethlehem replace old U.S. flag
BETHLEHEM, Pa. – A Lehigh Valley nursing home celebrated America's birthday by paying tribute to its veterans and Old Glory. Community members gathered at Bethlehem North Nursing & Rehab facility to help replace an American flag. During the Wednesday ceremony, the flag was unveiled with the help of an...
Bethlehem City Council OKs Hotel Bethlehem deal
BETHLEHEM, Pa. – Bethlehem City Council voted Tuesday to settle a land dispute between the city and its namesake hotel. City Council voted unanimously to approve a three-way deal among the city, its redevelopment authority and Christmas City Hotel — owner of the Hotel Bethlehem — that ensures the hotel can continue to use a small parking area and exit lane off Main Street.
Things To Do: 2024 Independence Day celebrations
Fireworks are a traditional part of Independence Day celebrations, and this week the aerial displays will fill the skies above Allentown, Bethlehem, Easton, and Reading. Allentown will host its free annual Independence Day celebration from 5 to 10 p.m. on Thursday at J. Birney Crum Stadium, which is located at 2027 Linden St.
Our Lady of Grace expands cemetery in Middletown
Our Lady of Grace Parish Cemetery, one of the largest cemeteries in Lower Bucks County, is expanding with a new building that will serve as the final resting place for cremated remains. The parish, which is based in Penndel, broke grown on the St. Ann & St. Joachim Columbarium in...
Roadwork is coming to this Allentown street. Delays could last through 2026
Drivers taking South Fourth St. in Allentown can expect delays and restrictions through 2026, Pennsylvania Department of Transportation says. Restrictions are scheduled to start as soon as July 9 between Wyoming Street and south of Emmaus Avenue. The project is expected to wrap up by October 2026, said PennDot. Improvements...
Secret Cave Found That Was Hideout for Revolutionary War Outlaws
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.
The show must go on: Allentown puts on fireworks display despite rainy weather
ALLENTOWN, Pa. - The show must go on. Rainy weather in Allentown didn't stop the city from putting on its July 4th fireworks display at J. Birney Crum Stadium. The fireworks went off early -- before it was completely dark -- because of concerns over thunderstorms.
Fireworks displays in Lehigh Valley ready to blast off for July Fourth
What would the 4th be without fireworks? A number of displays are planned for the Lehigh Valley. It's all hands-on deck as Rozzi Fireworks, a company based out of Ohio, puts the finishing touches on this year's Dorney Park and Wildwater Kingdom fireworks display. "A lot of blood, sweat and...
Chemicals cleaned up after accidental spill at Crayola plant
A recent chemical spill at Crayola’s plant in Bethlehem Township was contained and cleaned with no damage to the surrounding area, according to the state Department of Environmental Protection. A DEP spokesperson said it was notified of the spill June 17. A 250-gallon container of acrylic thickener sitting on the loading dock at Crayola’s facility at 2475 Brodhead Road in Lehigh Valley ...
PennDOT to Begin $7.3 Million Rt. 145 Improvement Project
The project will affect traffic on the section of Rt. 145 that runs from Wyoming Street to 400 feet south of Emmaus Avenue. The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) said Wednesday that a $7.3 million project to improve a busy section of Rt. 145/S. Fourth Street in Allentown will get underway on Monday, July 8.
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