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Millions to be lost as Pennsylvania lottery Powerball tickets near expiration
MIDDLETOWN, Pa. (WTAJ) — More than a million dollars is about to be “lost” as three Powerball tickets in Pennsylvania are set to expire. The three tickets are worth a total of $1.25 million and were sold in Philadelphia, Pittsburgh and New Tripoli (Lehigh County). A million-dollar ticket was sold at United Food Market on […]
New tenants bringing gourmet popcorn, bubble tea, soul food and more to South Mall
SALISBURY TWP, Pa. – One tasty business has opened, while another is coming soon at the South Mall in Salisbury Township. Poppteas, a stand offering bubble tea, gourmet popcorn, popcorn chicken and more, opened Aug. 17 at the 3300 Lehigh St. mall, owner Aishwar Shetty said. The new stand,...
Looking Back | Becky’s Drive-In: Part 2 of 5
In this second column, I am speaking to Cindy Beck Deppe. Cindy was a former student of this writer at Northampton Area High School. Her father, William Beck, was the founder of the local landmark Becky’s Drive-In Theater in Berlinsville. Cindy is sharing her father’s memories of his film career and Becky’s Drive-In.
Ready, Set: Weiner Dog Race!
And the Winner of the 2024 Wiener Dog Race Will Be….?. Saucony Creek Brewing Company Highlights Hoppy, Happy Oktoberfest. Saucony Creek Brewing Company + Gastropub is big on celebrating Oktoberfest the proper way—in September, as is customary in German tradition. And, because it was such a blast last year, they decided to honor another German tradition—dachshunds—with a fun event called the Wiener Dog Race.
Lehigh Valley Zoo welcomes baby alpaca; zoo to hold vote on name
NORTH WHITEHALL TWP., Pa. — If you need furry baby fever, Lehigh Valley Zoo has just the attraction for you. Lehigh Valley Zoo has announced the birth of a male baby alpaca, also known as a cria, born to mother Illuminati and father Havoc on Aug. 22. This marks...
REVIEW: Blippi's Wonderful World Tour at Allentown Fair has lots of songs, but shortfalls, too
ALLENTOWN, Pa. — Children's character Blippi is a little more than annoying for adults — an energetic and curious (read hyper) man-child who borrows heavily from Pee-wee Herman. But parents put that aside because he also teaches kids stuff — or at least engages them for extended periods....
'Stomachs of steel:' Allentown Fair hosts Scrapple-eating contest, no forks needed
ALLENTOWN, PA. — In a matter of minutes, Josh Kraty used his hands to stuff close to three pounds of scrapple into his mouth. Months of stomach expansion training led up to that victorious moment. Two seats down, Allentown Mayor Matt Tuerk stuck a fork in the meat and...
Step Through the Swamp Door: A Curated Antique Experience
The Swamp Door is a Gilbertsville co-op specializing in vintage antiques, collectibles, and art. For lovers of antiques and collectibles, The Swamp Door in Gilbertsville has something for everyone, reports Tamala Edwards for 6ABC. The Swamp Door is a co-op that started in 2015. It opened with 49 vendors and...
REVIEW: Brad Paisley rocks the Allentown Fair with songs fans know and love
ALLENTOWN, Pa. — Country singer Brad Paisley rocked Allentown Fair's grandstand Friday night with hit after hit his fans know and sing along to. Backed by his band, playfully named the Drama Kings, Paisley's 90-minute concert felt comfortable — like old friends getting together to sing, dance and share a laugh.
Hawks, eagles, American kestrels and more: Hawk Mountain's autumn migration count is underway
KEMPTON, Pa. — Hawk Mountain's official autumn migration count is well underway, with just shy of 450 trekking birds of prey recorded so far. “The cold front last week brought a strong push of migrants past the lookout,” according to a Wednesday news release from the sanctuary. “Tuesday, Aug. 20, saw 78 migrants pass including 19 bald eagles and the falcon trifecta!
Sub shop could be next on the opening lineup at the newly-revamped Westgate Mall
The long-awaited Jersey Mike’s sub shop is likely just weeks shy of opening at the newly-revamped Westgate Mall in Bethlehem. Work is nearing completion on a newly-constructed strip mall — located to the left of the new Weis supermarket and within Westgate Mall, along Schoenersville Road. That fully-leased redevelopment portion plans to also include Qdoba Mexican Eats; SoFresh; and Tropical Smoothie Cafe.
Lake Hiawatha Seniors Set for Exciting Casino Trip to Wind Creek
PARSIPPANT– The Lake Hiawatha Seniors are organizing a fun-filled bus trip to Wind Creek Casino in Bethlehem, PA. The trip is scheduled for Wednesday, September 25, with the bus departing at 9:00 a.m. from the parking lot opposite the golf course. The trip costs just $35.00 per person, including...
'He's an icon for the children right now': Blippi performs at Allentown Fair
ALLENTOWN, Pa. - ALLENTOWN, Pa. - The second night of the "Great Allentown Fair" has just wrapped up. If you haven't been able to get out to the fairgrounds yet, there are several more days of shows lined up for guests to enjoy. Thursday night's headliner had kids of all...
'American Idol' runner up David Archuleta back with new music, new story for Allentown Fair
ALLENTOWN, Pa. — Back in 2008, 16-year-old David Archuleta was the runner-up on the seventh season of "American Idol," and released his gold, chart-topping debut album with its teen-struggle-with-love hit single "Crush." It was Archuleta's last charting single. He later had moderate success with his sophomore album "The Other...
Renewed Centre Park opens in Reading after extensive restoration
The City of Reading celebrated the dedication of the newly revitalized Centre Park, located at 725 Centre Ave. The ribbon-cutting ceremony, held Friday morning, marked the completion of the project, and was attended by city officials, state representatives, along with local residents who have long been invested in the park’s future.
Retail Watch: French-style bakery cafe to open in Bethlehem
Just imagine: You’re a single parent of four kids, working from home, and you’re trying stay active in life. What do you do? Well, for Hellertown resident Lan Ma, you open an international bakery cafe chain’s first location in the Lehigh Valley. “I couldn’t even imagine a better location than this one,” Ma said. The chain, Paris Baguette, will open at 30 W. Broad St. in Bethlehem in February, ...
Eat, Sip, Shop: Mother-daughter duo honors family matriarch at new Bethlehem boutique
BETHLEHEM, Pa. – Locally-inspired merchandise – including clothing, accessories and housewares adorned with “Bethlehem,” “Lehigh Valley” and “610” – shines at a new family-run store in Northampton County. Crewy Woo Boutique, an elevated boutique offering unique gifts, clothing, home goods and...
Magic Beans Continue to Bring Their “A” Game
So you’ve just finished a huge summer of shows, culminating in your own magical three-day festival. What are you going to do next?. If you’re Magic Beans, and you’ve just closed out the incredible Beanstalk Music Festival, you put 28 more shows on your calendar, beginning Saturday, August 31, at Karnival of the Arts East in Kempton, Pennsylvania. Their September tour hits the West Coast, Idaho, and Colorado. October the quartet will visit Ohio and the East Coast, including five shows with like-minded Squeaky Feet. The will join The Breakfast on Halloween at Park City Music Hall in Bridgeport: Join us for a FONGHOULISH Freakout!
Pentatonix teases Taylor Swift tribute, a 'show to remember' at Great Allentown Fair
ALLENTOWN, Pa. — You may want to make sure your vocal chords are nice and rested if you are planning on going to Pentatonix’s show on Saturday night at the Great Allentown Fair. Members Kevin Olusola and Matt Sallee say it’s going to be one big sing-a-long. Sallee...
How to up your style and deck out your desk!
We decked out desks on 69 News at Sunrise recently - in honor of back-to-school season!. WFMZ's Eve Russo chatted with style expert Patricia Mae Olson to share some simple ways to take your desk at school or at home to the "head of the class!"
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