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Perkasie Borough to host inaugural Skate Night at newly-opened Lenape Park Skate Park
PERKASIE — Perkasie Borough will host its inaugural Last Friday Skate Night program at the Lenape Park Skate Park on July 26. The event, scheduled for 7 to 8:30 p.m., follows the completion of the Skate Park improvement project, with a new single coping double mini half pipe, called “The Spine”, and a full reconstruction of the park’s asphalt pad.
Mount Olive Pirates bring swimming, camaraderie and summer memories to township children for over 50 years
MOUNT OLIVE TWP. - The Mount Olive Pirates Swim Team has brought competitive swimming during the summer to children ages 5 to 18 for more than 50 years. “Our team prides itself in being a very tight-knit family with a passion for swimming,” Michelle Melendez fundraising coordinator for the team said. “The team was formed in 1972, one year after the Solar Swim Club opened its doors and 100 years after the founding of Mount Olive Township.
Northern Valley falls in title game
COOPERSBURG — Offense often hasn’t been hard to come by for Southern Lehigh this season. The Spartans Lehigh Valley Senior Connie Mack team averaged over 12 runs per game this season. But Craig Sutyak’s club has shown they’re capable of putting up wins without lighting up the scoreboard....
Prominent Harvard scholar criticized by conservative lawmakers is leaving for Princeton
Khalil Gibran Muhammad, a prominent scholar of race and African American history, is leaving Harvard University to join Princeton University’s faculty following high-profile attacks on his work from Republican critics in Congress last December. Muhammad, who teaches a popular “race and racism” course at the Harvard Kennedy School, said...
(VIDEO) Lebanon discusses infrastructure, garbage collection
LEBANON - The Borough Council discussed infrastructure improvement and garbage disposal issues Wednesday, July 17. Borough Council President Richard Burton gave a high-level overview of the Infrastructure Committee presentation, listing some recent borough improvements and future projects. HELP SUPPORT OUR WORK: You obviously care about local news and value good...
Northampton County man takes out his arrest on girlfriend, then on inside of police HQ, police say
A Northampton County man, angry with being detained by Newtown Township police in Delaware County on possible DUI charges, has been charged with assaulting his girlfriend and then damaging the police holding cell. Robert Griffith, 34, Danielsville, is charged with assault, recklessly endangering another person, disorderly conduct and 33 counts...
Esther L. Harvey
Esther L. Harvey, 94, Macungie, Pennsylvania; died July 19, 2024, at Lehigh Valley Hospital. Born August 8, 1929, in Ehrenfeld, daughter of William and Annie M. (Gray) Harvey. Preceded in death by parents; sisters, Meriam Dishong, Annie E. Harvey, Willa R. Harvey, and Helen L. Harvey; and brothers, Roy and David Harvey. Survived by brothers, Robert, Florida; and Bruce, Allentown; 7 nieces and nephews, 19 great nieces and nephews, and 16 great great nieces and nephews. Whether it was renditions of classic hymns, beloved standards, or holiday favorites, Jim Nabors’ music had a special place in Esther’s heart. She was an avid reader; particularly of murder mysteries, loved putting puzzles together, and never missed an episode of Jeopardy. She enjoyed her work in retail prior to retiring. But her greatest devotion was to her family, and she will be greatly missed by them. Friends will be received from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, July 25 and from 9 a.m. until time of service at 11 a.m. Friday, July 26 at Charles O. Dimond Funeral Home, Inc., 621 Maple Street, South Fork; the Reverend Randy Landman, presiding. Interment, Forest Lawn Cemetery, Johnstown.
Player Previews in 100 Days – Day 68: Noah Keating, Pennridge HS
Coaches Comments: Threw for 1318 yards and 12 touchdowns in his 1st full season as a starter. Started 6 games his freshman season in 2022 as well. Has a big arm and continues to improve as a passer. We look forward to Noah developing more as a runner as well.
Horses unharmed in devastating barn fire at Willow Brook Farms equestrian facility
ALLEN TWP., Pa. — A two-story bank barn at Willow Brook Farms was destroyed by a fire that was so hot, it felled the barn’s silo before the rest of the wooden structure burned down to its concrete basement Saturday. Donovan Smith, assistant superintendent for the adjacent Willow...
TCNJ to provide room and board to local community college students
EWING — Come the fall semester, the housing situation at The College of New Jersey will be different than ever before. TCNJ and Mercer County Community College have worked out a deal where TCNJ will provide room and board to its students, according to a release from MCCC. The partnership “for the Fall 2024 semester and beyond” will also offer MCCC students special rates for the accommodation.
SEPTA announces several weekend regional rail disruptions for infrastructure repairs, beginning July 27
SEPTA has announced that repairs and upgrades to Regional Rail infrastructure will disrupt weekend services. The work is expected to begin on Saturday, July 27 and are slated to continue through Sunday, August 18. The repair work will primarily affect the sections between Fern Rock Transportation Center and Wayne Junction...
Collegeville man sent to prison for raping intoxicated, unconscious woman in Skippack
NORRISTOWN — A Collegeville man will spend up to a decade in prison on charges he raped an intoxicated and unconscious woman after a night of drinking among friends at a Skippack Township residence. Zachary Thomas Brandt, 25, of the 400 block of Bridge Street, was sentenced in Montgomery...
Renowned Sculptor George Anthonisen and his Wife and Manager Ellen Are Art Legacies
Solebury couple George and Ellen Anthonisen have built a formidable legacy in the art world writes Tamala Edwards for 6 ABC Philadelphia. George’s early sculptures, often depicting his family, highlight his exceptional visual memory. George, a sculptor, attended the University of Vermont, followed by rigorous training at the National...
More than 20 affordable homes are coming to Easton. Work on the first one starts in August.
Groundbreaking is less than a month away for the first “flexible design” affordable home planned by the Easton Redevelopment Authority. It’s a big step in the two-year process of acquiring blighted homes, tearing them down and getting ready to build new, affordable ones. More than 20 affordable...
Upper Gwynedd on search for new finance director, consultant, counterpart from nearby township to help fill in
Budget talks this fall will have a new voice taking part in Upper Gwynedd. Township officials approved two contracts last week while announcing a search for a new finance director. “We have a vacancy in the role of our finance director right now, so both of these next two items...
Tanner Jones tops Legends field Sunday at Evergreen Raceway
(Butler Township, PA 7-21-24): Evergreen Raceway played host to the INEX Legends on Sunday afternoon and with national points on the line along with an incentive of additional lap money, a solid field of cars signed in for the 25-lap feature. Yet, despite a great line-up of competitors, none could...
Don’t Miss The Peach Festival at Peddler’s Village in Lahaska, PA
If you love peaches (even if you don't) you won't want to miss the annual Peach Festival at Peddler's Village. Peddler's Village Peach Festival is August 3rd & 4th. It's happening Saturday and Sunday, August 3rd and 4th from 11am - 6pm each day. There will be fresh peaches galore,...
'Mini-ER on wheels' helps doctors and paramedics save more lives
EASTON, Pa. — Bridging the gap between first responders on the scene and medical professionals in the hospital. That’s what St. Luke’s University Health Network aims to do with its new EMS physician response team. "Collaboration between EMTs, paramedics and physicians is crucial for driving advancement in...
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