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Bethlehem Domino's franchisee sentenced, ordered to pay IRS $2.5 million
BETHLEHEM, Pa. — A Domino's franchisee from Bethlehem is facing federal prison time for tax crimes, the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania said Monday. According to a press release, 56-year-old Ammar Jali was sentenced to 12 months and one day in prison, one year of...
State representatives and animal advocates look to eliminate puppy mills in Pa.
LANCASTER COUNTY, Pa. — Animal advocates and state representatives are pushing for HB846, also known as Victoria’s Law, to be passed as part of the 2023-24 state legislative package. The bill would weed out puppy mills and push the Pennsylvania pet market to partner with more rescues and...
Eat, Sip, Shop: Popular Lehigh County eatery bringing tasty eats on the road with new food truck
WHITEHALL TWP., Pa. - A much-loved, family-run business in Lehigh County is bringing its cheesesteaks, chopped cheese sandwiches and other mouthwatering eats to a venue near you. SMP Mini Mart, which opened in November 2022 at 1341 Mickley Road in Whitehall Township, this week debuted its new deluxe food trailer...
'Monday Funday Program' to bring fun activities to 6 Allentown parks this summer
ALLENTOWN, Pa. - The City of Allentown Parks and Recreation Department is gearing up for a summer of fun at several local parks. The "Monday Funday" program has returned for the 2024 season with several weeks of different activities for families and kids. Organizers said the program will rotate through...
Fountain Hill pool to reopen after 2022 closure due to disrepair, lack of staff
The Fountain Hill Community Pool will reopen this summer, two years after the borough closed it due to disrepair and staffing shortages. The pool will “hopefully” operate noon to 7 p.m. seven days per week, starting the week of June 10, Borough Council member and Recreation Chair Jamie Johnson said on Facebook. “I think for the type of community that we are — small, community-oriented, lots of ...
LVIA plans additional entrance, development as it seeks other sources of revenue
HANOVER TWP., Pa. -- The Lehigh Valley International Airport is going to add another entrance as part of its plan to seek income from more than just flights and airline services. The second entrance would be north of the current main access on Airport Road, said Thomas Stoudt, executive director...
Aloha Jay’s Holds Grand Opening Celebration (PHOTOS)
The most talked about new business in Hellertown in some time hosted a grand opening event with the Hellertown-Lower Saucon Chamber of Commerce Saturday. Aloha Jay’s Malasadas at 1120 Main Street opened two weeks ago and has served thousands of donut-loving customers in that brief time, with lines of people spilling out the front door a frequent sight.
Justice for the Time Being: Lehigh Valley indie rock band seeks to help wrongly incarcerated
Ask Jess Denke of the Emmaus-based indie rock band Time Being what her goals are as a musician and you’ll get a one-word answer: Joy. She joyfully plays the bass in the band alongside husband/guitarist/vocalist Marcus Denke, as well as guitarist Nick Petrella, and drummers Ben Schmidt and John Corrado.
ArtsQuest announces addition to Musikfest headliner
BETHLEHEM, Pa. -- An alt-rock band is joining the lineup for the first night of Musikfest. Better Than Ezra will join Sugar Ray and Tonic on the Wind Creek Steel Stage on Friday, Aug. 2, ArtsQuest announced on Monday. Tickets are already on sale. The 41st Musikfest is set for...
How to get a launch permit and other questions answered about kayaking in Bucks County
Spring is finally upon us with summer close behind. And as things warm up, it’s the perfect time to explore the scenic waterways of Bucks County. Whether you’re new to kayaking canoeing or paddleboarding — or simply need a refresher — here are a few things to help put you on the path to smooth waters:
These Bucks County Spots Were Featured on Food Network
The Lucky Cupcake Company in Lahaska and Wrightstown's Pineville Tavern have special claims to fame with their features on Food Network. Pennsylvania’s culinary scene has gained national recognition, with over 90 restaurants featured across 23 Food Network shows, including two in Bucks County, write Michele Haddon and Chris Ullery for the Bucks County Courier Times.
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