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Lehigh County woman died of exposure to extreme heat, coroner says
An Upper Macungie Township woman died in her home after being exposed to severe heat conditions, the Lehigh County Coroner’s Office determined on Thursday. The 93-year-old suffered from accidental hyperthermia, county Coroner Daniel Buglio said. Hyperthermia occurs when the body’s heat-regulating mechanisms don’t work effectively generating a body temperature...
High bacteria levels force third closure of Dry Brooks Swim Beach at Blue Marsh Lake
For the third time in less than a month, swimming at the Dry Brooks Day Use Area of Blue Marsh Lake is restricted due to high bacteria levels. The swimming area was previously closed for the same reason from June 28th to July 2nd, and from 8th to July 13th.
Reading High School named 2024 U.S. Department of Education Green Ribbon School
On April 26, Reading High School was announced as a 2024 U.S. Department of Education Green Ribbon School. This honor acknowledges Reading High School’s commitment to sustainable practices, leadership in facilities, health, and environmental education. RHS is among 41 schools, 10 school districts, three postsecondary institutions, and one early...
$14.3 Million Boost: Affordable Housing Project Breaks Ground in Downtown Allentown – Offering 38 Units for Low-Income Residents!
A new affordable housing project in downtown Allentown, Walnut Square Apartments, will begin construction in early 2025 with $14.3 million in tax credits and additional funding, aiming to provide low-income housing in a rapidly growing area. Downtown Allentown to Get New Affordable Housing Development with $14.3 Million Tax Credit According to the report of The […]
Lehigh Valley food safety inspections: Weevil-infested rice; expired milk, spoiled salads for sale; refrigerator at 99 degrees
Here are the food safety inspection reports from Lehigh and Northampton counties, conducted the week of July 7. Each week, we highlight the inspection reports provided through the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture. The department performs the inspections in many areas, while some municipalities such as Allentown and Bethlehem conduct their own inspections. All establishments are inspected ...
PA Highway Renamed in Honor of Fallen Firefighters
A seven-mile stretch of Route 143 in Lehigh County was renamed Thursday in honor of firefighters Marvin Gruber and Zachary Paris, who died in the line of duty in December 2022 while fighting a house fire. A New Tripoli fire department truck slowly moved to reveal a green sign with...
Lehigh Valley EMT students go 10-8 (in service) on simulated training call (PHOTOS)
Emergency medical technician students went in service — 10-8 in emergency radio code-speak — on a mock call Friday in Allentown. The Lehigh Valley Health Network Emergency Medical Institute, 2100 Mack Blvd. in Allentown, hosted the EMT class exercise. Multiple EMS agencies were on hand to assist the...
Lower Macungie joins others in 'trashflation' -- approves new waste management contract with over 50% increase
LOWER MACUNGIE TWP., Pa. — They were right: Trash collection fees are taking a leap in Lower Macungie Township. Township commissioners on Thursday reviewed bids for township trash collection and signed a new contract with Waste Management for waste services. After reviewing bids that also came from Whitetail and...
Schwenkfelder Library & Heritage Center to Host Historic Exhibits This Weekend
The Schwenkfelder Library & Heritage Center in Pennsburg is part of the Lehigh Valley’s Passport to History program this weekend, Friday, July 19 to Sunday, July 21. As a free event for all, it is a great opportunity to explore the rich history of our region. This weekend features activities for all ages and interests: a new model train exhibit as well as quilt exhibits, crafts for young and old, a special concert on Sunday, and guided tours of an 1826 barn. Hours are 10 AM to 4 PM on Friday and Saturday, and 1 to 4 PM on Sunday.
Whitehall-Coplay School District unveils new Gockley Elementary building
WHITEHALL TWP., Pa. — Whitehall-Coplay School District officials showed off the newly finished Gockley Elementary School at 2940 MacArthur Road for the first time Sunday. The two-story, 93,000-square-foot building for the district's kindergarten and first-grade students replaces the old Gockley Elementary School at 2932 Zephyr Blvd., which was built in 1978.
City Of Allentown celebrates Disability Pride Month
ALLENTOWN, Pa. - Flying over the City of Allentown is this Disability Pride flag. "We are celebrating disability as a normal part of human existence, not something special, not something to be excluded, but something to be a normal part of the community," said Connie Vandarakis, Chief Operating Officer of Disability Pride Pennsylvania.
State gives $1M to LCCC, others to improve adult literacy instructor, education training
BETHLEHEM, Pa. — Lehigh Carbon Community College is among five Pennsylvania learning institutions that will share a statewide grant of more than $1 million to boost adult education and adult literacy instruction. The funds, awarded Thursday by the state Education Department, will help train and support volunteer adult literacy...
All Abilities Dance Competition held in Allentown
An event in Allentown celebrates the diverse talents of dancers. The first All Abilities Dance Competition was held at the Mercy School For Special Learning. The event provides an inclusive platform for expression and creativity. It was hosted by the Solo Expression Dance Studio. Tickets sold today support the inclusive...
Downed tree blocks street in Bern Township
BERN TWP., Pa. -- Crews have spent the last two days trying to remove a tree and wires blocking a road in Bern Township. The tree has blocked off South Tulpehocken Road just off Route 183 since around 7 a.m. on Thursday. The large tree was still across the road...
Penn College graduate helps secure military intel — from the ocean floor to space
Williamsport, Pa. — James P. Thomas considers himself lucky. He found his passion, nurtured it and made it his profession. Today, the beneficiaries of his zest and expertise are countless. The Penn College graduate is a key member of a network of cyber security experts that protects the U.S. military's data. The 2020 graduate is an information systems security engineer for the Naval Information Warfare Center Pacific. Headquartered in San Diego, NIWC Pacific provides integrated command and control, communications, computers, intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance for...
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