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'More projects, more people, more growth': Easton sets agreement with building, construction unions
EASTON, Pa. — Easton City Council on Wednesday approved a new agreement with building and construction trades groups that could benefit government, union workers and residents. Councilman Frank Pintabone presented a resolution for a fresh Project Stabilization Agreement with the Greater Lehigh Valley Building and Construction Trades Council that...
Work to resume at Fourth Street garage as Easton fights for former subcontractors to be paid
The Fourth Street Parking Garage will receive long-awaited work after a resolution passed by Easton City Council to bring on a new contractor. This resolution arrives after problems arose with the original contractor the city hired to construct the garage, Perrotto Builders. After the city complained of the quality and timeliness of their work, only the bottom deck of the garage opened last May. The garage fully opened last June.
Lehigh Valley officially on the way to becoming a Blue Zone
ALLENTOWN, Pa. — An initiative to make the Lehigh Valley a healthier place to live, work and play is officially underway. Over the next few years, local officials are committed to making the area a Blue Zone. Blue Zones are places around the world where people are reaching age...
Buffalo Soldiers to trek from Allentown to Easton for 'Forgotten Soldiers Ride'
BETHLEHEM, Pa. — Members of the Buffalo Soldiers came together for a small ceremony at the Rose Garden in anticipation of a massive motorcycle-cade to the final resting place of Black soldiers interred at a park in Easton on Saturday. A few members of the Buffalo Soldiers, alongside supporters,...
Allentown firefighters mourn loss of one of their own
ALLENTOWN, Pa. -- Fire departments across our region are mourning the loss of one of their own. Allentown Fire Marshall Jeff Tomczak died after a more than 15-month battle with pancreatic cancer. 69 News paid a visit to the Allentown Central Fire Station on West Chew Street on Friday, where...
A stone discovered in a Bucks County cave brings the Doan Gang legend closer to the truth
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Let us know!. A stone has been discovered in a cave in Bucks County, Pennsylvania, carved with initials believed to be those of the notorious outlaw Moses Doan of the 18th century Doan Gang.
Bucks County Lake Listed as One of the Best Spots for Bass Fishing in Pennsylvania
A lake in Bucks County is being recognized as one of the best spots in the state for a long-beloved outdoor activity. Brian Whipkey wrote about the local lake for GoErie. Nockamixon Lake, located within Nockamixon State Park in Quakertown, was listed amongst several large reservoirs in Pennsylvania where bass fishing is plentiful. A popular destination for local residents and visitors to the area, the lake and its park are replete with opportunities to enjoy the great outdoors.
Contaminated fuel at Bucks County Wawa costing customers thousands of dollars
A Wawa gas station in Bucks County is accused of recently selling contaminated fuel and causing plenty of mechanical problems for customers and their cars.On Friday, Joan Lenahan's son complained about his car malfunctioning."My son came home Friday afternoon and was complaining, 'Something's wrong with the car,'" Lenahan recalled."What do you mean something's wrong with the car?" she said."It's bucking, something wrong," her son replied.After a few attempts, Lenahan's husband was able to get the 2016 Jeep started and drove it around their neighborhood. It was immediately clear something was wrong and they drove straight to Millevoi Brothers Automotive nearby.On...
In swing state Pennsylvania, middle class struggles to get by
The giant steelworks that greets visitors to Allentown, Pennsylvania once symbolized the city's success as an industrial hub. - More visitors at food pantries - On Friday, all eyes will be on new inflation figures from the US government.
Arts trail ‘Blue Bridge’ off-limits during weekdays for stabilization after dam removal
EASTON, Pa. — When a dam is removed, the creek or stream it controlled will return to its natural state — flowing narrower and deeper, Kristie Fach said Thursday. “That's what you see with every dam removal, and, as always, it depends on the height of the dam and how far back that goes,” said Fach, director of ecological restoration for Wildlands Conservancy.
Owner of historic house in Easton files COA request
EASTON, Pa. - Easton City Council approved a certificate of appropriateness for a historic building Wednesday night at city hall. The action involves a temporary construction barricade and signage for the historical Hooper House, located at 501-503 Northampton St. The building is owned by the Rock Church of Easton, who was also the COA applicant.
Coca-Cola Park to host ‘Illumination!’ holiday lights event
Coca-Cola Park will be decked out with more than a million holiday lights during the IronPigs off-season later this year. The IronPigs organization announced in a news release Wednesday that the park will become home to “Illumination!,” a walk-through holiday lights display between November and January. In addition to viewing the lights, guests will be able to make s’mores at fire pits, get ...
Riverfront or Industrial? Land Use Board Has Town Engineer Prepare Consistency Plan on Riverfront Development
Phillipsburg, N.J.---The Phillipsburg Land Use Board on Thursday agreed to have the town engineer prepare a consistency report on the 170 Howard St. Riverfront Redevelopment Plan up for a vote following a public hearing at the board's next meeting on Aug. 22. In a standing-room-only crowd at the Gloria Decker Senior Center, the board pointed out that if they approve the consistency plan on Aug. 22, it will be forwarded to the town council for its approval in September. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER About 45 people packed the meeting room, including almost 20 members...
PennDOT reveals plans to fix dangerous Route 309 intersection
PennDOT wants your thoughts on a proposed interchange between Route 309, Center Valley Parkway and West Saucon Valley Road in Upper Saucon Township. The proposal would change the intersection, which relies on traffic lights, into a grade-separated interchange. Bridges would carry four lanes of Route 309 over the road, and motorists would connect with Center Valley Parkway and West Saucon ...
Working 40 hours won't pay rent in 15 Pa. counties. Bucks County among least affordable
Despite making more than minimum wage, the average Pennsylvania renter in most counties needs weekly overtime or at least two jobs to keep even a one-bedroom apartment affordable, according to the National Low Income Housing Coalition. Census, labor and other data compiled and analyzed by the nonprofit show that a...
Buffalo Soldiers work to restore paved-over cemetery of Black soldiers
More than a year ago, the local chapter of the Buffalo Soldiers made a sad discovery. A burial site of Black soldiers had been paved over and turned into a basketball court in Easton. Since then, the group has worked to make sure those laid to rest there were given the honor they deserved.
Allentown, facing financial troubles, will ask voters to OK deed transfer tax hike
Allentown, facing financial troubles in next year’s budget, will ask voters to allow an increase in the city’s deed transfer tax to help bolster revenue. The proposal comes as early 2025 financial projections indicate a budget deficit of up to $6 million, finance director Bina Patel said, because the city’s existing revenue sources cannot cover increasing expenses like contractual raises for ...
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