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Air quality alert affecting Southeast Pa. Tuesday
An air quality alert was issued in effect until Tuesday at midnight for Berks, Lehigh and Northampton counties. "The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection has issued a code orange air quality alert Monday for The Lehigh Valley/Berks County area," according to the National Weather Service. Guidance for air quality alerts:...
10 most expensive homes sold in Lehigh County, June 24-30
A house in Breinigsville that sold for $910,000 tops the list of the most expensive residential real estate sales in Lehigh County in the past week. In total, 75 residential real estate sales were recorded in the county during the past week, with an average price of $382,584. The average price per square foot was $206.
Allentown police find gunshot victim following crash on Hamilton Street
ALLENTOWN, Pa. - Allentown police responded to a motor vehicle crash early Sunday, but discovered the driver was injured from more than just the accident. The crash occurred in the 300 block of Hamilton Street at approximately 5:30 a.m.. When police arrived, they found the driver of the vehicle suffering...
SJ Interiors Debuts Boutique Gallery in Allentown
Owner and design director Shweta Jajodia says that SJ Interiors’ customers and its products inspired the interior design team to open a brick-and-mortar gallery. “Honestly, pictures just don’t do these intricate furnishings justice. You have to see them in person!” says Jajodia. “Since we’ve started the furniture line, clients have really liked our products and enjoyed their presence in their homes and businesses.” The boutique gallery opened in April and strives to be a breath of fresh air for all visitors. “From the eye of an interior designer, I see a lot of design potential in these products and their ability to really spruce up a space. Every single piece is handpicked to be in the gallery and has the potential to become a strong conversational piece in any space.” Jajodia describes the gallery as having a very eclectic and artsy feel to it, where customers can walk away with their own piece of history and tons of design inspiration to spruce up their homes. In the future, Jajodia looks forward to hosting design talks and casual evening events that will bring the community together in meaningful design conversations and promote handmade, artisan, local products.
Abuse and neglect investigations of aging Pennsylvanians are woefully slow. The results can be devastating.
This story will be highlighted in How We Care, a weekly newsletter by Spotlight PA featuring original reporting and perspectives on how we care for one another at all stages of life. Sign up for free here. Christiana Blake’s fever had been raging for days. On that day in early April last year, a doctor who examined her at an outpatient center became concerned that a family member was refusing...
Heat advisory across central Pa. to get week off to another uncomfortable start
The heat isn’t leaving central Pennsylvania anytime soon, although rain and storms from mid-week on could keep those brown patches in your lawn from getting any bigger than they are. Another heat advisory has been issued across parts of central Pa., effective from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday.
2024 PFN Player Profile: Getting to know Whitehall DB/WR Brandon Bird
65 tackles, 3 forced fumbles, 1 fumble recovery, 1 interception. Coach says “Brandon practices and plays with incredible effort and developed into an excellent safety for us. He created timely turnovers in multiple games. We look forward to see him expand his game this fall. LET’S GET TO KNOW...
Red-hot Phillies minor leaguer forcing club's hand with Triple-A dominance
After Bryce Harper and Kyle Schwarber hit the injured list, joining J.T. Realmuto, there were concerns that the Philadelphia Phillies would have problems scoring runs at the same clip. The offense looked dicey for the first couple of games but has since come around. Even so, if the Phillies are looking for an infusion of pop into the lineup, they don’t have to look any further than Allentown.
Pennsylvania Braces for Major Heatwave This Week
Pittsburgh, PA – A significant heatwave is set to hit Pennsylvania early this week, with temperatures expected to soar into the 90s. Residents are advised to prepare for moderate to major heat risks on Monday and Tuesday, respectively. According to the National Weather Service Pittsburgh, widespread upper 80s to...
Two YMCA organizations in PA, NJ merge to become one
☑️ Discussions about a merger began in 2023 with a CEO's retirement. ☑️The River Crossing YMCA will have 142,000 members in four counties. ☑️ Members will be able to participate at other facilities. YMCA of Bucks and Hunterdon Counties and Greater Valley YMCA in Northhampton and Lehigh...
Pennsylvania County Commissioners preview 2024 election plans, issues
(WHTM) – Pennsylvania’s county commissioners have a unique role in the state’s election process. While some think of there being one Election Day in Pennsylvania, there are actually 67 independently run elections from each county. In Snyder County, Joe Kantz not only serves as Chair of the Commissioner’s Board, but also as Chairman of the […]
Drug death prosecutions on the rise, but most overdoses still go unpunished
Prosecutions of drug delivery resulting in death cases have increased in recent years, but still the vast majority of fatal overdoses in Northeast Pennsylvania and across the state go unpunished, according to recent data from the Administrative Office of Pennsylvania Courts. The data — released as state lawmakers contemplate a mandatory minimum sentence of 10 years in prison for the offense — show that 16 people have been charged in Luzerne County with drug delivery resulting in death since the county's first arrests were announced...
Sky Zone franchisee to reopen FreeFall Trampoline Park with ‘new, fun, cutting-edge equipment’
BETHLEHEM TWP., Pa. - A popular entertainment spot is bouncing back in Northampton County. The space that previously housed FreeFall Trampoline Park, at 2800 Baglyos Circle in Bethlehem Township, will become a Sky Zone Trampoline Park later this summer. Tabula Rasa Holdings, which operates 17 other Sky Zone locations including...
Pennsylvania State Capitol evacuated after bomb threat Saturday
HARRISBURG, Pa. (CBS) -- The Pennsylvania State Capitol in Harrisburg was evacuated over the weekend due to a bomb threat, a state spokesperson confirmed Saturday.According to Eric Veronikis with the PA Department of General Services, police evacuated the Pennsylvania Capitol Complex and Judicial Center on July 6 after a bomb threat was emailed to all members of the House of Representatives and Senate."The Capitol Police immediately worked with House and Senate security, as well as the Office of the PA Courts, to issue an immediate evacuation notice to those in the buildings," Veronikis said in a statement.Capitol Police...
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