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Man spent 40th birthday restraining, torturing and murdering woman in bathtub because he thought she stole his wallet: Report
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1 hurt as downed utility wires entangle SUV, shut down Lehigh County road, cops say
A woman was injured when a utility pole snapped, causing her SUV to become entangled in downed wires draped across a bustling Upper Macungie Township road, police said. Township police Lt. Peter Nickischer told lehighvalleylive.com the incident unfolded shortly before 10:30 a.m. Tuesday in the 5800 block of Tilghman Street. A Verizon Wireless employee was working on a pole when it snapped, causing the wires to plummet onto the roadway, Nickischer said.
See all homes sold in Lehigh County, Aug. 26 to Sept. 1
The following is a listing of all home transfers in Lehigh County reported from Aug. 26 to Sept. 1. There were 85 transactions posted during this time. During this period, the median sale for the area was a 1,288-square-foot home on Seventh Street in Whitehall that sold for $335,000. Alburtis.
Man Shot Dead Late-Night Labor Day, Lehigh Coroner Says
Terrence Brunson, of Allentown, Brunson was pronounced dead on Monday, Sept. 2, at about 11:20 p.m., according to the Lehigh County Coroner. He was pronounced dead in the emergency department at St. Luke's Hospital, Sacred Heart Campus. The shooting occurred on Monday, Sept. 2, at approximately 10:40 p.m. in the...
Is the Lehigh Valley becoming a banking desert? What you need to know.
If you live in the countryside in Lynn Township, or in one of its small communities, running a quick errand to the bank to deposit a check can be easier said than done. Sure, you may be able to do the same task by simply tapping on the bank’s app and taking a photo of the check. However, your internet service may not be the best. For a brick-and-mortar bank in the township, New Tripoli Bank is ...
11 businesses cited for alleged liquor violations
EYEWITNESS NEWS (WBRE/WYOU) — Several establishments in Pennsylvania have been charged after liquor control enforcement operations were performed within multiple counties. The Pennsylvania State Police Bureau of Liquor Control Enforcement (LCE) released details on recently performed compliance checks. LCE officers are responsible for enforcing liquor laws and related provisions within the region of the state licensed by […]
Football Player of the Week for Sept. 3: This senior excelled in all 3 phases during a rivalry clash
Making game-changing plays in several different ways is always going to draw the spotlight of lehighvalleylive.com’s weekly football honors. Read below for standout gridiron performances from local New Jersey, Colonial League and Eastern Pennsylvania Conference programs. N.J. Defensive Star of the Week. If you purchase a product or register...
Alcohol, Speed Possible Factors In ATV Crash Sending Rider To Lehigh Valley Hospital: Police
Omar A. Veloz, 37, lost control of his ATV, crashing into a telephone pole, according to Hazleton police. On Sunday, Sept. 1 shortly before midnight, police were dispatched to Diamond Avenue and Cedar Street for a report of a crash. Upon arrival, officers located a Can-Am Maverick with significant damage,...
Doug Emhoff visiting Lehigh Valley on wife’s behalf as Harris campaign sprints to Election Day
The nation’s second gentleman, Doug Emhoff, is scheduled to visit the Lehigh Valley on Saturday, his office within the White House announced Tuesday. The Pennsylvania visit for the husband of Vice President Kamala Harris, Democratic candidate for president, comes after a summer of historic tumult, with the path to the presidency this fall becoming much clearer for both Harris and Donald Trump.
These programs look to combat Pennsylvania’s teacher shortage
(WHTM) — It seems teacher shortages continue to impact schools across Pennsylvania each year. Schools are really concerned and so is the teachers’ union. “Between 2012 and 2013 and now there has been a 66% decline in teacher certification,” said Jeff Ney, P.S.E.A’s the Vice President. “There is an absolute need for more educators within […]
Pa. General Fund brings in $2.9 billion in August: Here’s the breakdown
Pennsylvania collected $2.9 billion in General Fund revenue in August, which was $53.9 million, or 1.9 percent, more than anticipated, Revenue Secretary Pat Browne reported Tuesday. Fiscal year-to-date General Fund collections total $5.9 billion, which is $53.9 million, or 0.9 percent, above estimate, a press release said. Sales tax receipts...
$20M available for Pennsylvania revitalization projects
BEAVER COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ)– The Shapiro administration is announcing that the new $20 million Main Street Matters Program is open and accepting applications for funding. Lieutenant Governor Austin Davis made the announcement during a visit to the Ambridge Chamber of Commerce in Beaver County on Tuesday. He was joined by Department of Community and Economic […]
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