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U-Haul van plows into bank in Allentown; police investigating
Allentown police and emergency personnel responded Friday evening after a driver in a U-Haul plowed into a Wells Fargo branch on Union Boulevard. The accident happened around 7:30 p.m. Witnesses said the driver was heading west on Union Boulevard when it crossed over the road, struck two parked vehicles and slammed into the left front corner of the bank building the bank building, where the ...
Up In Smoke: Phillipsburg Man and Five Others Charged in Raw Pot Ring in Warren County
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - An eight-month investigation resulted in the search and seizure of $20,000 and suspected raw marijuana at a series of smoke shops in Hackettstown. Canna Campus, Good Luck Vapes, Smokey Bear, and Mom N Pops CBD Wellness Shops in Hackettstown were subject to a search warrant which revealed $20,000 in US currency, suspected raw marijuana and suspected cannabinoid-infused products in various forms.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Law enforcement identified Michael Scardigno, 33, of Phillipsburg, who is now charged with third-degree possession of a controlled dangerous substance with the intent to distribute...
What Roads Are Open and Closed This Week Around Doylestown?
DOYLESTOWN, PA—Here's a look at road closings and slowdowns in the Doylestown area for the week of April 28, 2024. In Doylestown Borough, Court Street between Main Street and Clinton Street will be closed and detours will be posted on weekdays for PECO Energy work from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The work is scheduled to go from April 8 through May 31, 2024.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER In Doylestown and New Britain townships, Butler Avenue between County Line Road and New Britain Road will have periodic lane closures with flagging for milling...
Homeless encampments along D&L Trail rise amid national housing crisis
BETHLEHEM, Pa. – As hikers and bikers are out enjoying the trails more in the nicer weather lately, they're also noticing more tents in wooded areas, like along the D&L Trail in Bethlehem. Nonprofits tell 69 News that more people are setting up camp along that way, as homelessness...
Paxinosa Elementary’s ‘Puma Patrol’ aims to teach leadership and promote good behavior
Paxinosa Elementary School teacher Shauna Khan said elementary students practice good behavior by idolizing students who are good leaders. This is why the school created a program to give young students this leadership opportunity. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our site,...
Lehigh Valley weather: Summer-like temps might break a record Monday
Put away the jackets at least for the start of the work week, because the Lehigh Valley is getting a summer preview Monday when temperatures are predicted to soar to the mid-80s. “It’s the hottest day of the year in the Northeast, with temperatures into the mid-80s by mid-afternoon,” said...
Teenage entrepreneur opening 'dream' restaurant at former Dinky’s spot in Bethlehem
BETHLEHEM, Pa. - Just a year after graduating from Liberty High School in Bethlehem, a driven, business-minded teenager is set to notch another significant accomplishment in the city. Abdul S. Wali, 18, will soon be able to call himself a restaurateur as he is teaming up with his father, Mohammad...
Caught on camera: Trio steals American flags from homes
TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — A trio was caught on camera stealing American flags from homes in one Pennsylvania neighborhood. The Macungie Police Department shared the video, in hopes of identifying the two males and one female who were last seen in the Lea Street area in Macungie, a town about an hour north of Philadelphia.
Top 10 Pennsylvania Trail Gap Closed; Officials Celebrate Opening of Crossing on D&L Trail in Bucks County
The new Bridge Street Crossing along the D&L Trail in Morrisville officially closes one of Pennsylvania’s Top 10 Trail Gaps. Officials recently cut the ribbon on the 0.1-mile Bridge Street Crossing along the D&L Trail in Morrisville. The new segment, which consists of two ramps and a street crossing,...
Much warmer Sunday with a stray shower or t-storm; summery Monday challenging record highs
SUNDAY: A mix of clouds and sun, much warmer; there might be a stray late-day shower or thunderstorm north. High: 79. SUNDAY NIGHT: An early shower or thunderstorm, mainly north; otherwise, turning out mainly clear and rather mild. Low: 57. MONDAY: Mostly sunny and very warm. Challenging record high temperatures....
Lehigh Valley food safety inspections: Remove the cat (and cat urine); potatoes, shrimp on the floor; flan not cold, sauce not hot
Here are the food safety inspection reports from Lehigh and Northampton counties, conducted the week of April 14. Each week, we highlight the inspection reports provided through the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture. The department performs the inspections in many areas, while some municipalities such as Allentown and Bethlehem conduct their own inspections. All establishments are ...
Worker Memorial Service at the Bethlehem Rose Garden| PHOTOS
The Lehigh Valley Workers’ Memorial Day committee marks the 25th anniversary of the 1999 Concept Sciences tragedy during a ceremony Sunday, April 28, 2024, at the Bethlehem Rose Garden. The annual event recognizes those who died in workplace accidents in the Lehigh Valley.
Southern Lehigh High School prom 2024 (PHOTOS)
Editor’s Note: Lehighvalleylive.com is offering a benefit to subscribers: Click the photo gallery to see if we photographed your favorite prom-goer, and get free, print-quality downloads - as well as the option to purchase keepsakes at half the price. Southern Lehigh High School students celebrated their prom at the...
Couple serving up specialty beers, pizzas and smiles at new Lehigh Valley brewery
BETHLEHEM, Pa. — A new brewery in Northampton County is creating a buzz with unique craft beers, cocktails, wines and other drinks, while also satisfying food cravings with made-on-site soft pretzels, pizzas, sausage plates and other eats. Wishful Thinking Brewing Company, a brewery and taproom serving craft beers such...
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