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Public voices often ignored in states’ opioid settlement money decisions
The conversation wasn’t sounding good for Kensington residents on June 20. The Philadelphia neighborhood is a critical center of the nation’s opioid crisis, and the city had decided to spend $7.5 million in opioid settlement money to improve the quality of life there. But on that day, a Pennsylvania oversight board was about to vote […]
Easton planners gaze at planetarium pitch. Township mulls snow removal law. | Lehigh Valley government watch
Here is a look at some government and other community news across the Lehigh Valley region for the week beginning Monday, Sept. 2:. BETHLEHEM | Most state and local government offices will be closed on Monday for the Labor Day holiday, but Pennsylvania State Police will be busy. The Troop M barracks reminds motorists that troopers will be beefing up patrols through midnight Monday in an effort to target aggressive driving. The troop covers Lehigh, Northampton and Bucks counties.
Pennsylvania Governor Issues Statement After Mistaken WrestleMania 42 Announcement
On Saturday, Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro posted a video on X to announce the upcoming plans for America’s 250th anniversary in 2026. Shapiro said they have planned many things, including WWE WrestleMania. The video has now been deleted. “So get this, in Philly, we’ve got the Major League Baseball...
@BerwynClub boys’ recruit: Perkiomen School 2025 MID Tucker commits to UIndy
Perkiomen School 2025 midfielder Calen Tucker has committed to play Division II lacrosse at the University of Indianapolis. Lacrosse honors: U20 Team Canada Development Camp all-star 2023, Inside Lacrosse All-Star 2023, All-Canada Games All-Star 2022 Most Improved Player of the Year (MIP) 2024. Expected major: Exercise Science/Sports Management. Why did...
New-look men's soccer team drops 2024 season opener, falling to Ursinus College, 8-0
The new-look Medgar Evers College men's soccer team opened its 2024 season on Friday evening, falling to the Bears of Ursinus College by a score of 8-0 at a match played at Patterson Field in Collegeville, PA. Ursinus got on the board first, capitalizing off a Cougars turnover to take...
'Plenty left to see': Last day at 2024 Great Allentown Fair marks unofficial end of summer
ALLENTOWN, Pa. -- It's the unofficial end of summer and the official end of the 2024 Great Allentown Fair. The fair will continue Monday from 12 p.m. - 9 p.m. There are still plenty of attractions and events to see on the final day of the fair. 69 News reporter...
After 50 years, People's Light theater company is still focused on connecting with the community
People's Light is reaching a landmark 50 years of history, and the Malvern theater company is viewing its upcoming season as a party. Five productions and numerous social events are planned for the season, and People's Light Artistic Director Zak Berkman said all of the events will demonstrate the company's place as a hub for live arts and community engagement.
Reporters take home the bacon -- err, grapes? -- against politicians in fair's stomping competition
ALLENTOWN, Pa. — When you’re tapped to compete with your media compatriots to take on politicians in a grape stomping competition, it is your civic duty to join the battle. What they don’t tell you is how absurdly intense the experience is. You may walk in with...
The Washington Post Ranks Doylestown Pizzeria Best in State for Neapolitan Slices
The Spuntino Wood Fired Pizzeria in Doylestown was named the best spot for Neapolitan-style pizza. A popular pizzeria in Doylestown has been listed as the best spot in Pennsylvania for Neapolitan-style pizza and more. Dylan Moriarty, Andrew Van Dam, Amanda Finnegan, and Gabe Hiatt all wrote about this and other pizza shops for The Washington Post.
City employee stabbed in Philadelphia's Rittenhouse Square; suspect in custody
A city employee with the Parks and Recreation Department was stabbed in Rittenhouse Square on Sunday.Philadelphia police say they responded to the incident just after 4 p.m.According to investigators, a 34-year-old man went inside a booth in the park and laid down.That's when the city park ranger reportedly told the suspect he wasn't allowed in the booth.Police say the suspect then stabbed the city employee, who was overseeing security at Rittenhouse Square.The 40-year-old victim suffered injuries to his face above his eye, according to police."He suffered a laceration to the face above the eye. Pretty serious injury," noted Inspector DF...
Temple sweeps Cherry and White Invitational, falls to Penn State in opening weekend
Temple Volleyball (3-1, 0-0 American Athletic Conference) looked to open up the 2024 season in a similar fashion to how they began the 2023 campaign, which included a blazing hot 5-0 start before faltering down the stretch. Temple did just that at McGonigle Hall during the Cherry and White Invitational...
Man shot in finger trying to break up domestic dispute in West Philly: police
PHILADELPHIA - A man is suffering a gunshot wound after police say a shooting occurred in Philadelphia’s Dunlap neighborhood Sunday afternoon. The incident occurred at the intersection of 51st and Arch Streets at around 2:30 p.m. Upon arrival, officers discovered a man who had sustained a gunshot wound to...
Roth's Top 10 Paces Lehigh At Alex Lagowitz Memorial
HAMILTON, N.Y. – Led by a top 10 finish by junior Jake Roth, the Lehigh men's golf team opened its fall season by tying for 11th place at the Alex Lagowitz Memorial, which wrapped up Sunday at Seven Oaks Golf Club. The Mountain Hawks shot 298 in Sunday's final round to finish the weather-shortened 36-hole event at 600 (302-298). Lehigh finished tied for 11th with Le Moyne.
Women’s Soccer Falls at Marywood
The Muhlenberg women’s soccer team suffered its second straight one-goal road loss to open the season, falling 1-0 at Marywood. The Pacers scored off a corner kick in the 19th minute for the lone tally of the game. That was the only thing that got past sophomore Megan Stairs , who recorded 13 saves – the most by a Mule goalie since 2019. Muhlenberg pushed hard for the equalizer in the latter stages of the game, winning four corner kicks in the final 10 minutes, but could not convert. pictured above: graduate student Lucy Atwood.
Lehigh’s FBS Yardstick Game Is a 42-7 Defeat to Army
WEST POINT, NEW YORK – Yardstick games against FBS teams haven’t been the norm for Lehigh football over the last couple of decades, so one might have forgiven a very young Lehigh team if they were a bit star-struck by the full Army gameday experience – their first against an FBS team of any kind.
Massive $3 Billion Giving Surge: How Vanguard Charitable is Transforming Philanthropy
MALVERN, PA — Vanguard Charitable has achieved a monumental milestone, granting over $3 billion to nonprofits in fiscal year 2024. This amount marks a 45% increase from the previous year, symbolizing the charity’s commitment to diverse causes. This surge equates to providing 374 million meals, surpassing a meal per person across the United States. Since its inception over 25 years ago, Vanguard Charitable donors have contributed more than $19 billion to a wide array of nonprofits.
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