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Bridge repairs in Allentown extended until Sept. 9 completion date
ALLENTOWN, Pa., - Kernsville Road, which has been closed and detoured since May 1 for bridge repairs of the Kernsville Road Bridge over Jordan Creek, will be closed until Sept. 9, according to a news release from PennDOT. The project was originally scheduled to be completed in August. Vehicle traffic...
Bridging the gender science gap: College freshmen present NASA-funded projects
ALLENTOWN, Pa. — When considering what project to tackle this summer at Cedar Crest College, Aaliyah Johnson chose to study xylazine – a veterinary tranquilizer that officials say is contributing to a rise in overdose deaths in people. “I chose xylazine because it’s popular where I’m from,” said...
New Pennsylvania law will return some unclaimed money without a claim
Spotlight PA is an independent, nonpartisan, and nonprofit newsroom producing investigative and public-service journalism that holds power to account and drives positive change in Pennsylvania. Sign up for our free newsletters. HARRISBURG — Starting next year, Pennsylvania will return some unclaimed money directly to the people it belongs to instead of requiring them to first file a claim with the state Treasury. A bill to allow the change passed the...
Things to Do: Award-winning singer at Native American festival
The oldest Native American festival in Pennsylvania is celebrating its 44th year with music, crafts, food and more. The Museum of Indian Culture at 2825 Fish Hatchery Rd. in Allentown will hold its Roasting Ears of Corn Festival from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday in Little Lehigh Parkway.
Central Catholic football preview 2024: Vikings focused on returns, not departures
Some members of Allentown Central Catholic’s football team always keep a reminder of last season’s abrupt ending nearby. “We were all heartbroken. We didn’t expect that outcome,” said senior Maksim Godbolt of the Vikings’ defeat to rival Bethlehem Catholic in the District 11 Class 4A final. “This year, we’re using it as motivation. I know a couple of the guys have pictures of the district championship on their phones. They look at it every day before practice.”
Police: Drug deal turned robbery led to teen's shooting
MUHLENBERG TWP., Pa. - Two teens are under arrest, charged for their alleged involvement in a drug deal turned robbery that left a 16-year-old shot on a Muhlenberg Township street. Police were initially called to the intersection of Taft Avenue and West View Drive just before 1 p.m. Wednesday for...
Easton Catholic retreat site to close due to low attendance
EASTON, Pa., -- This fall, the St. Francis Retreat House, a haven of spirituality for thousands of Roman Catholics in Allentown and other faith communities, will close. According to church officials, the St. Francis Retreat House will close at the end of the day on Oct. 6. There won't be...
Council Rock Newtown Represents Pennsylvania in High-Stakes Little League World Series
The 77th Little League Baseball World Series has kicked off, as Bucks County’s Council Rock Newtown Little League battles for glory. The 77th Little League Baseball World Series has kicked off in Williamsport, with Pennsylvania once again in the spotlight as Bucks County’s Council Rock Newtown Little League battles for national glory, writes Patrick Berkery for The Keystone Newsroom.
Pa. Supreme Court sets Oct. 8 argument on claim that life without parole for felony murder is cruel
The Pennsylvania Supreme Court will hear oral arguments Oct. 8 in an appeal that could bring hope for freedom to more than 1,000 people serving life in prison without the possibility of parole for murders they didn’t commit. The court in February agreed to consider the case of Derek Lee, who is serving life in […]
Allentown Redevelopment Authority looks to boost efficiency, find its stride
ALLENTOWN, Pa. — Allentown Redevelopment Authority board is preparing for a busy six months, as officials aim to get the agency back up to speed by early next year. Allentown Community and Economic Development Director Vicky Kistler on Wednesday detailed a set of goals she described as “very aggressive,” but attainable.
Open auditions set for Allentown Symphony's The Nutcracker
ALLENTOWN, Pa. — The Allentown Repertory Dance Theatre and Allentown Symphony Orchestra are seeking dancers for its celebrated annual production of The Nutcracker. Auditions for the performance are scheduled for Aug. 25 at Repertory Ballet Academy, 6426 Memorial Road, Allentown. Dancers will perform as the Allentown Symphony Orchestra plays...
Abington Schools Ban Cell Phones During Class to Boost Student Focus
The Abington School District in Montgomery County is implementing new cell phone restrictions for the 2024-2025 school year. The Abington School District in Montgomery County is implementing new cell phone restrictions for the 2024-2025 school year, aiming to enhance the social and emotional well-being of students while reducing classroom distraction, according to 6 ABC Philadelphia.
Montgomery County commissioners receive 2024 budget update
NORRISTOWN, Pa. – Montgomery County commissioners heard a six-month update on the 2024 budget Thursday from Dean Dortone, the county’s chief financial officer, at their meeting Thursday. “Where we are for the first six months is to be expected,” Dortone commented. He started his presentation by quickly...
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