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Whitehall scores 3 unanswered goals to knock off Freedom
BETHLEHEM, Pa - Freedom played host to Whitehall early-on in the field hockey season. The Zephyrs would fight back from a 2-goal deficit for the 3-2 win over the Patriots. Early-on in the first quarter, Caroline Kuehner would fire one in on goal and Ivy Avitable would get a stick on it to make it a 1-0 Patriot lead. Later in the first Avitable would add another to make it a 2-0 game.
What $500,000 or less gets you in Lancaster County, Aug. 19 to 25
For prospective homebuyers eyeing the real estate market in areas of Lancaster County, here's what sold for or under $500,000 between Aug. 19 and Aug. 25. Below, we provide an overview of the top 10 properties in each area, chosen for their proximity to the desired price range and the largest living spaces.
Poteet Powers, But Phils Foil Patriots’ Five-Game Roll
The Somerset Patriots were shut out by the Reading Fightin Phils 2-0 to snap their five-game win streak on Friday night in game four of a six-game series at TD Bank Ballpark. The Patriots honored the Negro Leagues’ New York Black Yankees on Friday in front of 6,625 in attendance.
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.
Northwestern Lehigh football scores 56 points in 1st half, crushes Northern Lehigh
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2 men charged in shootout that injured 6 people during Allentown Dominican festival
Two men have been arrested and charged in a shootout that left six people injured during the annual Dominican festival in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Miguel Angel Ovalles Ubri, 28, of Allentown, was arrested Thursday, Aug. 29, while Yunior Peralta-Quintana, 21, of Allentown, was arrested Sunday, Aug. 25. Both men are charged...
In hospice, Lehigh Valley man doesn’t let terminal cancer stop him from becoming ordained
Von George kneeled before Bishop Alfred A. Schlert, his head bowed, wearing the white stole of a cleric. It was a moment he had been preparing for the last six years — and one he was almost not well enough to make. “God has a plan and I just have to execute it,” he said. He has been supported, both literally and figuratively, by his faith, in the year since he was diagnosed with advanced pancreatic cancer.
Hackett makes 2nd chance count as Liberty football earns thrilling win over Central Catholic
Everyone deserves a second chance. That goes for kickers, too. The Liberty High School football coaching staff put its faith in placekicker Christian Hackett, and the sophomore made the most of his opportunity at redemption. Hackett drilled a 30-yard field goal with a minute left in the fourth quarter to...
Temple rolls past Queens in season opener
Temple Field Hockey’s home opener at Howarth Field Friday afternoon was the team’s first time stepping on the field since their heartbreaking Big East tournament semifinal loss against Old Dominion on Nov. 3 2023. The team hoped to wash it away by jumping out to an early lead to kick off its season.
Bethlehem documentary explores rise of community arts; public invited to film scenes
BETHLEHEM, Pa. — A new documentary will shed light on the rise of arts and music in the city, around the time that the steel industry began to spiral. Behind the development of the film is a group of artists and friends — Doug Roysdon, of the Mock Turtle Marionette Theatre; Dave Fry, of Godfrey Daniels Folk Music Club; Bill George, co-founder of Touchstone Theatre; and his wife Bridget George, of the Bach Choir of Bethlehem and Touchstone Theatre.
Pennsbury takes win over Quakertown in Week 2 of Bucks County high school football
QUAKERTOWN — Once a quarterback, always a quarterback. Well, sort of. Growing up, Pennsbury senior Walker Murray had a strong arm and an understanding of football, so he played quarterback,...
Allentown's Back-to-School Bash: Free supplies and axe-throwing for students
ALLENTOWN, Pa. -- A faith-based nonprofit agency in Allentown is helping families save money as their kids begin the new school year. The Lehigh Conference of Churches hosted its first-ever Back-to-School Bash Friday in Allentown. Students stocked up on free school supplies and got free hair cuts. Students also enjoyed...
Local baseball team honored at Citizens Bank Park
PHILADELPHIA – Some talented baseball players took the field at Citizens Bank Park Thursday night, and we're not talking about the Phillies. Before Thursday's game, the Boyertown Bear Cubs were honored. The Bear Cubs are a Junior Legion baseball team. They won a state championship this summer.
The BSR September 2024 repertory movie roundup
Summer’s over, but the fall repertory cinema season is just beginning. September has a packed lineup at the region’s repertory theaters, including a ‘70s comedy classic, the start of a series of world cinema seminars, and a series of L.A. shaggy dog adventures. The highlights. Sunday, September...
Lehigh Women’s Cross Country: Beavers Wins 6K, Team Takes Second
At the 2024 Lehigh Invite 6K, held at Lehigh's Goodman Campus, senior Savanah Beavers secured her first collegiate victory, leading the Mountain Hawks to a second-place finish among six competing teams. Beavers crossed the finish line in 21:46.6, ten seconds ahead of her nearest competitor from Delaware, showcasing her growth from last season. Coach Debbie Utesch praised her composure during the race and highlighted the promising performances from first-year runners.
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.
Lehigh football drops to Army in season opener
The Lehigh football team fell 7-42 in their season opener on the road against Army on Friday, Aug. 30. After a 35-yard fake punt run on their opening drive, the Black Knights opened up the scoring with a 1-yard touchdown run by quarterback Bryson Daily. Lehigh would respond with a...
2nd suspect arrested in Allentown shooting that injured 6, authorities announce
A second Allentown man has been taken into custody following a shootout Sunday in a city parking lot that also led to police gunfire, close to a community festival, authorities said. The announcement was made Friday morning during a news conference held by Lehigh County District Attorney Gavin Holihan and...
King's Promotions press conference at Hottt Fitness Factory ahead of major boxing night
On Tuesday, September 3rd, King's Promotions will hold a press conference at Hottt Fitness Factory in Bethlehem, PA, in advance of a huge night of boxing scheduled for September 20th at The Wind Creek Event Center. Many of the fighters set to compete will be in attendance at the press conference and will be available for interviews and photos.
Immaculata University To Host Undergraduate Open House on Sept. 21
Immaculata University will host an open house on its campus in Malvern on Saturday, Sept. 21 from 9:00 AM-12:00 PM. Immaculata University will host an open house on its campus in Malvern on Saturday, Sept. 21 from 9:00 AM-12:00 PM. This event is for high school students researching colleges and for college students interested in transferring.
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