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Ham Radio Call Signs Discovered During Clayton UC Renovation Revive Memories of Lehigh’s Amateur Radio Society
Mysterious letters and numbers etched into the wall of a sealed-off, fifth-floor room in the Clayton University Center at Packer Hall are ham radio call signs and likely remnants of Lehigh’s former Amateur Radio Society—a club started 100 years ago that allowed students to talk with fellow radio enthusiasts all over the world.
Pa. had a record year at the casinos. See how Wind Creek Bethlehem did.
The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board said Thursday it had a record tax revenue of $2.54 billion during its 2023-24 fiscal year. Wind Creek Bethlehem did its part. The casino in the city’s South Side was one of the top performers among the state’s 17 casinos in both table games and slot machines. Wind Creek reported that it made more than $252.2 million in table games, a year-over-year ...
Father, Johny M. Roustic Dies Following Bethlehem Car Crash
Johny M. Roustic, 51, of East Allen Township, crashed on Pembroke Road near East Washington Avenue in Bethlehem around 8 p.m., city police detailed in a separate release. He was taken to St. Luke's University Hospital where he was pronounced dead at 9 p.m., according to the coroner's release. His death was due to "multiple blunt force injuries due to a motor vehicle collision", Coroner Buglio said.
Upper Gwynedd, Franconia women named to 21-member Montco Commission for Women
(The following information was provided by the Montgomery County Office of Communications.) Today the Montgomery County Commissioners announced 21 new appointees to the County’s Commission for Women, including Nicole Werner, of Upper Gwynedd Township, and Missy Boyd, of Franconia Township. These appointees will serve on the Commission for two...
Dublin’s Boiler Room Transforms into High-End Dining Restaurant
The Boiler Room has ignited excitement in Dublin with its grand reopening and transformation into a full-service, fine-dining restaurant. The Boiler Room has ignited excitement in Dublin with its grand reopening and transformation into a full-service, fine-dining restaurant, writes Michele Haddon for the Bucks County Courier Times. Previously a wine...
Annual Spartan Race takes place in Carbon County
PALMERTON, CARBON COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU)— Summer is a popular time for outdoor races. One race that draws big crowds is the kids’ Spartan Race in Carbon County. It includes obstacle courses that involve different distances. 28/22 News Reporter Paola Giangiacomo has more in this week’s Parenting Playbook. Hundreds of kids from near and far converged on […]
Houlahan touts new legislation to help baby formula industry on visit to Berks
Houlahan touts new legislation to help baby formula industry on visit to Berks. The Investing in New Families and Newborns Through Tax Credit Act aims to give a boost to places like ByHeart, an Exeter Township-based baby formula company.
Pa. borough closes hall following threats sparked by mayor’s comments in wake of Trump shooting
BERNVILLE, Pa. (WHTM) — A Berks County borough hall is closed after “threatening communications” were received following comments made by the borough’s mayor following the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump. Bernville Borough Council issued a statement offering condolences to the victims of the shooting,...
How Montgomery County is working to fight food insecurity for schoolchildren during summer
NORRISTOWN, Pa. (CBS) — The Montgomery County Intermediate Unit is working hard to end food insecurity for schoolchildren during summer break."I want Coco Pops," declared one camper Thursday at the summer day camp at Hancock Elementary School in Norristown.Another camper, 6-year-old Sophia Gambone-Sanford said she looks forward to eating with her friends every morning."I feel really positive for that because they make the food that we really like," Sophia said.The fridge was packed with lunches for the children. The MCIU Summer Meals Program serves 89 families, and they said this is a huge help."We all know how expensive food is right now," Gambone-Sanford's grandmother...
Several small power outages still impacting Conshohocken, Plymouth, and Whitemarsh
Following two severe storms over July 16th and 17th that took down trees across the region, PECO reports that there are still 18,121 accounts without power in Bucks, Chester, Delaware, and Montgomery counties, with 1,502 falling within Montgomery County. Locally, all the major power outages have been handled, but a...
Bucks County Mom Gets Life-Changing Robotic Arm from Widener University
Victoria Nedza is embracing independence thanks to a custom-built robotic arm designed by an occupational therapy team at Widener University. Bucks County mom Victoria Nedza is embracing newfound independence thanks to a custom-built robotic arm designed by an occupational therapy team at Widener University, writes Stephanie Stahl for CBS News Philadelphia.
Lansdale Parks & Rec going back in time with decades’ celebrations all weekend
Lansdale Parks and Recreation Department is reelin’ in the years. Beginning Friday and going through Sunday, the department is celebrating the department’s 1976 founding, along with Parks and Recreation Month, with parties and celebrations at both White’s Road and Fourth Street pools. On Friday, the department invites...
Residents Set to Save Thousands – New Jersey is Freezing Property Taxes
Living in New Jersey is not cheap. That may be the understatement of the year. It's difficult to make ends meet on an "average" household income, let alone a senior income. According to Bankrate, in April of 2024, the typical New Jersey resident over the age of 65 was only pulling in $1776.73 per month.
On your mark, get set... no! EASD shoots down public access to Cottingham, proposal may return
EASTON, Pa. — A plan to open up Cottingham Stadium for public use has been shot down by the Easton Area School District’s board of education, though the idea to expand community access to the facility isn’t dead yet. Tuesday’s proposal to the board provided a cleaned-up...
USDA Secretary Vilsack and National Climate Advisor highlight Climate-Smart Agriculture in Reading
On Thursday, U.S. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack and National Climate Advisor Ali Zaidi visited Pennsylvania to highlight the Biden-Harris Administration’s dedication to fostering an equitable agricultural future. This event, held during Pennsylvania’s Urban Ag Week, spotlighted the Administration’s efforts to promote climate-smart agriculture and conservation while creating opportunities for rural families, small businesses, and farmers.
Doylestown Gets $4.4 Million Grant to Remove ‘Forever Chemicals’ from Water
DOYLESTOWN, PA—Doylestown Township’s water authority is getting a $4.4 million grant to remove “forever chemicals” from two of its wells. The Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority gave the Doylestown Township Municipal Authority a $4,415,435 grant to construct a 45x25 foot facility to remove chemicals like PFAS from two of its wells. The decontamination facility will be located near and connected to Central Well 5. A six-inch pipe will connect Well 7 to the decontamination facility.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER The facility will use carbon filters and iron and manganese treatment units to remove harmful...
Pair Stole American Flag In Phoenixville, Police Say
A man and woman took the flag from 123 S. Main Street on June 20, according to investigators. Anyone who can identify them is asked to call Ofc. Peter Karpovich at 610-933-1180 ext. 862 or email Pkarpovich@phoenixville.org. to follow Daily Voice Chester and receive free news updates.
New Target in Doylestown, PA Opening July 21
Keep calm, the new Target in Doylestown is opening this week, Phillyburbs is reporting. I know you've been waiting patiently, or not so patiently, for the opening day and now, we have an opening date. Locals have watched the progress in the Doylestown Shopping Center for over a year in...
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