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Rally House opens, 3 other popular chains coming soon at Lehigh Valley Mall
WHITEHALL TWP., Pa. - A specialty sports store chain has joined the mix as other well-known businesses prepare to expand their footprints at the Lehigh Valley Mall in Whitehall Township. The two-story mall, at MacArthur Road and Route 22, on Friday welcomed its newest retail tenant, Rally House. The specialty...
Pennsylvania District 24 Little League Championship Results
The Pennsylvania District 24 Little League Championships are set to take place Sunday and Monday in Schuylkill County. Pennsylvania District 24 Little League Championship Results. Sunday, July 7th, 2024. 8-9-10 PA 24 District Championship @ Pottsville's Railway Park at 5:30pm. Ashland - 10 Pottsville - 0 --------------------------------------------------------- Monday, July 8th,...
Heat Advisory: Lehigh Valley to Swelter with High Heat Indexes
According to the National Weather Service, peak heat indexes Monday and Tuesday could top 100 degrees. The heat index is a measurement of how hot it feels, accounting for both air temperature and humidity. Est. Read Time: < 1 min. A heat advisory has been issued for Lehigh, Northampton and...
Teen entrepreneur has locked in a sweet deal to bring freeze-dried Krimpets to the area. But there's only one place to find them.
SOUTH WHITEHALL TWP., Pa. — The science of freeze-drying has transformed a number of foods that have found their way into the hands of teen entrepreneur Aubrie Sink. From Lucky Charms Marshmallows and gummy worms to fruit roll ups and peach rings, the 16-year-old Sink is bringing a unique texture and taste to all kinds of treats through her company Freezin’ with Aubrie.
Hollywood Casino launching ‘Live Poker’ at two Pennsylvania locations
GRANTVILLE, Pa. (WHTM) — Hollywood Casino announced that they will soon launch ‘Live Poker’ at two different Pennsylvania casino locations. According to Hollywood Casino, their locations in Grantville and Morgantown will begin offering Live Poker games to the public starting on Thursday, August 1. The Morgantown-based casino,...
Celtic Classic Highland Games 2024 to Feature Star-Studded Lineup
The largest free Celtic festival in North America is gearing up for what promises to be its most spectacular celebration yet. The Celtic Classic Highland Games and Festival 2024 will take place from September 27-29 in downtown Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, featuring five stages of world-class entertainment. This year’s lineup is set...
Duran Duran to headline PPL Center in Allentown
ALENTOWN, Pa. -- Duran Duran are rocking their way back to the Lehigh Valley in the fall. The band behind "Hungry Like the Wolf," "Girls on Film" and "Rio" is scheduled to perform at the PPL Center in Allentown on Oct. 21, according to the band's website. Duran Duran headlined...
Dorney's new event 'Summer Nights' to celebrate Caribbean culture
SOUTH WHITEHALL TWP., Pa. — Dorney Park & Wildwater Kingdom is bringing tropical vibes to the Lehigh Valley. The park soon will hold “Summer Nights,” an immersive Caribbean and Latin American celebration offering authentic food and entertainment. Summer Nights will begin on Friday, July 12, and run...
Coming soon to Hollywood Casino at Penn National Race Course: Live poker games
GRANTVILLE, Pa. — Hollywood Casino announced Monday that live poker will soon becoming to gaming tables at its Grantville and Morgantown locations. Starting August 1, Hollywood Casino at Penn National Race Course, located at 777 Hollywood Boulevard in Grantville, will offer live poker by The Eatery and racetrack entrance, the casino said.
There are thousands of free summer meals available to Pa. kids, but many don't know
BETHLEHEM, Pa. — For decades, children across Pennsylvania have had the opportunity to receive nutritious, free meals and snacks throughout the summer. But, officials are worried those who need it most may not even know the program exists. “We want to expand the program’s reach,” said Vonda Ramp, state...
Lafayette men's basketball to host four-team MTE this fall at Kirby Sports Center
EASTON, Pa. - The Lafayette men's basketball program will host a multi-team event (MTE) with four participants from November 29 through December 1. In addition to the host Leopards, the round-robin format will also include Long Island, Binghamton and Niagara at Kirby Sports Center. All three of the opponents are Division I schools from New York.
Royals bring back Johnson, Malinowski
Reading, Pa. - The Reading Royals, ECHL affiliate of the National Hockey League's Philadelphia Flyers and American Hockey League's Lehigh Valley Phantoms, announced that defensemen Kenny Johnson and Tony Malinowski have re-signed with the club for the 2024-25 season. Johnson concluded his first full professional season in Reading last season...
Fedun, Pineda Named WGCA All-American Scholars
BETHLEHEM, Pa. – Two members of the Lehigh women's golf team have been recognized as WGCA All-American Scholars as announced earlier this month. Junior Madison Pineda was recognized for the third consecutive season and is joined by first-year Stefania Fedun. The laurels for Pineda and Fedun give Lehigh 22...
2024's dirtiest cities in America
City living comes with more entertainment, more job opportunities, and also more pollution, trash, and pests. Which U.S. cities are the filthiest? To find out, LawnStarter ranked 2024's Dirtiest Cities in America. This year, we expanded the scope of our study to encompass over 300 of the biggest U.S. cities based on 4 categories. More specifically, we considered air pollution, water quality, waste management, and resident dissatisfaction levels in each city, among 21 total metrics. See where your city landed in our ranking below. To learn how we ranked the cities, see our methodology . City Rankings See how your city and others fared in our ranking: Gerry Matthews // Shutterstock.
Victaulic expanding Lawrenceville foundry
Easton-based Victaulic, a pipe joining and flow control systems company, plans to invest $100 million to expand its Lawrenceville foundry. The company plans to build a 60,000 square-foot machine shop for Computer Numerical Control equipment and a 150,000-square-foot addition to accommodate new automated finishing and paint equipment, core machines, melt furnaces, and molding lines. The […] The post Victaulic expanding Lawrenceville foundry appeared first on Pennsylvania Business Report.
Penn State-Lehigh Valley reopens following fire
The Penn State-Lehigh Valley campus reopened Monday after it was closed for weeks because of a fire at the campus’ bookstore. Sharon Tercha, spokesperson for the branch campus in Upper Saucon Township, said Monday morning that the school is back to normal operations. The campus had been closed to students after a small fire June 18 at the bookstore. Technical services and public safety ...
Lester DuGuay: 60 years of dedicated service to youth sports
On Tuesday, July 2nd, City Hall Council Chambers resonated with applause and heartfelt tributes as Mayor Eddie Morán presented Lester DuGuay with a commendation for his 60 years of unwavering service to the youth of Reading. The ceremony, held on DuGuay’s 89th birthday, celebrated his extensive contributions to local sports and the indelible impact he has had on generations of young athletes.
Victaulic expanding in Pennsylvania
Easton, Pa.-based Victaulic, a producer of grooved mechanical pipe joining and flow control systems, has announced plans for a $100 million expansion at its Lawrenceville, Pa., facility. The project will create at least 214 full-time jobs. The company will construct a 150,000-sq.-ft. addition to accommodate new molding lines, melt furnaces,...
British new wave chart-toppers Duran Duran reveal location, date of upcoming Allentown show
ALLENTOWN, Pa. — British new wave band Duran Duran, which last week cryptically included Allentown in locations it announced it will play, revealed the venue and date Monday. The group, which was among the best-selling acts of the 1980s, with five gold and platinum albums, will play Allentown's PPL...
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