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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...
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....
Masked thief trots off with $15K turkey statue from Pa. farm: police
Pennsylvania State Police say they are investigating the theft of a bronze turkey statue valued at $15,000 from Jaindl Farms in Northampton Township. The North Whitehall Township-based poultry farming company reported the theft Aug. 19 from a property at Cesanek and Seemsville roads in Allen Township, according to a news release Tuesday from state police at Bethlehem.
Labor Day 2024: What’s open and closed in the Lehigh Valley
LEHIGH VALLEY, Pa. -- With the upcoming Labor Day weekend approaching, many people are left wondering what will remain open on Monday?. WFMZ has compiled a list of the most asked for locations on Labor Day. School Districts. Allentown School District will be closed on Monday, Sept. 2 in observance...
DA, police to announce new information on downtown Allentown shooting
The Lehigh County district attorney’s office and Allentown police will release new information Friday morning on a shooting that injured eight people over the weekend in downtown Allentown. The DA’s office said there will be a news conference at 11 a.m. in Allentown to announce developments in the case. No information will be released before then. Investigators have not released many details ...
Port Carbon Couple Charged and Jailed After Domestic Incident Involving Meth and Meat Grinder
A man and woman from Port Carbon are facing charges and are locked up in Schuylkill County Prison after a domestic incident. According to court documents from Magisterial District Judge Dave Plachko's office, on Saturday, August 24th, 2024, around 1:00am, State Police from the Schuylkill Haven Barracks responded to the 100 Block of North Street in Port Carbon for a report of a domestic.
Alvernia and Muhlenberg Play to 0-0 Draw in Season Opener
Allentown, Pa (August 30, 2024) - Alvernia University (0-0-1) and Muhlenberg College (0-0-1) played to a 0-0 draw Friday night in a non-conference men's soccer matchup at Muhlenberg. Alvernia goalkeeper Evan Solley tallied a career night in goal with 12 saves, nine of which came in the final 15 minutes...
‘So grateful’: Popular Lehigh Valley market opening 2nd location, with up to 100 more vendors
NAZARETH, Pa. - A destination for unique, locally made fashions, housewares, personal care products and more is continuing to expand its footprint in the Lehigh Valley. The Hive, a market showcasing hand-crafted items from more than 130 Lehigh Valley area vendors at 27 E. Belvidere St. in Nazareth, is planning to open a second location within the next couple of months in downtown Allentown, owner MaKayla Adams said.
Watch Rutgers football commit Jaelyne Matthews live on NFHS Network on Friday night
Toms River North, No. 1 in the Shore Super 25 high school football rankings, is on the road Friday night (7 p.m.) opening its season against Downingtown East, of Pennsylvania. Hoping to help get the Mariners off to a good start is four-star senior offensive lineman Jaelyne Matthews, a Rutgers commit. Matthews is...
Gettysburg flies past Alvernia in overtime
Gettysburg (1-0) 2, Alvernia (0-1) 1 (OT) Gettysburg controlled play for the final 45 minutes of play, including holding Alvernia without a second-half shot, but could not come away with the game-winning tally until midway through the first overtime. The Bullets recorded a 2-1 victory in the season opener for both teams.
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.
Angel Luis Rivera Jr., 26, Of Alburtis Struck Dead By Train
Angel Luis Rivera Jr. of Alburtis died at about 9:50 a.m. Sunday, Aug. 25 after being struck by the train, according to Lehigh County Coroner Daniel A. Buglio. The accident occurred near North Main Street and West Penn Avenue in Alburtis,. Angel's brother, Genesis Quinones of Allentown, organized a GoFundMe.
Saucon Valley football pulls off big-play touchdowns in win at Palisades
Before its win over Palisades Thursday night, the last time the Saucon Valley football team started the season 2-0 was back in 2018. Back then, now Saucon Valley senior Jared Rohn was still in middle school, which was the last time Rohn said he took an opening kickoff return for a touchdown, before Thursday that is.
At long last, city inspects Black Rock Brewing Co.
POTTSVILLE — It's taken more than 450 days, but on Thursday city officials inspected Black Rock Brewing Co., 325 S. Centre St. Bobby Weaver, owner of the long-shuttered restaurant in an historic building that city officials contend is unsafe, said he feels "great" about the inspection. "The city has...
Cross Country Teams Start at Lehigh
The Muhlenberg cross country teams started their 2024 season at the Lehigh Invitational. Both teams ran shorthanded, with several athletes unable to compete, which opened the door for other runners to pace the Mules. For the men, junior Andrew Smolowitz (pictured above left) was the first Muhlenberg runner across the...
Lehigh Drops Opener At Monmouth
WEST LONG BRANCH, N.J. - Despite strong second half momentum, the Lehigh field hockey team fell 5-1 to the Monmouth Hawks on Saturday afternoon. "Today was a good test for us. I'm proud of how our team adapted after our halftime talk," said head coach Kelsi Lykens. "The changes we made helped us be a bigger attacking threat in the second half. Now, we just need to capitalize on our goal scoring opportunities."
Army vs. Lehigh: TV Channel, Live Stream, Time, How to Watch – August 30, 2024
At 6:00 p.m. ET on Friday, the Lehigh Mountain Hawks play at the Army Black Knights. This matchup will be available on CBS Sports Network. Keep up with college football all season on FOX Sports. Learn more about the Army Black Knights and the Lehigh Mountain Hawks. How to Watch...
Liberty football beats Central Catholic for 1st time since 2018 with late field goal
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‘Exemplify leadership and statesmanship’: Nonprofit salutes Bethlehem school board tenures
BETHLEHEM, Pa. — Though they've all been out of grade school as students for some time now, four Bethlehem Area School Board members again claimed their spots on the honor roll Monday. Pennsylvania School Boards Association recognized BASD board members Emily Schenkel, Winston Alozie and Kim Shively for five...
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