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Rite Aid to close 16 more stores, including 4 in Pa.
Pharmaceutical chain Rite Aid plans to close 16 more stores, including four locations in Pennsylvania. The stores are located in Schuylkill, Philadelphia, Wayne and Lehigh counties. In a bankruptcy filing earlier this week, Rite Aid said it plans to close the following stores in Pennsylvania:. 500 N. Claude Lord Blvd.,...
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 ...
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...
Traffic alert: These Allentown roads will be closed this weekend for St. Luke’s half marathon
Several roads in Allentown will be closed Sunday morning for a half marathon. More than 2,000 racers are expected to participate in the St. Luke’s Half Marathon and 5k, according to event organizers. The following roads will be closed between 7:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m.: Linden Street (which becomes Broadway) between 17th Street and Ott Street Broadway between Ott Street and Cedar Crest Boulevard ...
‘Absolutely delicious’: Hawaiian doughnuts to take center stage at new Northampton County shop
HELLERTOWN, Pa. - A tasty and tropical experience – complete with leis, tiki torches, illuminated faux palm trees and hot and flavorful treats popularized in Hawaii – is set to make waves in the Lehigh Valley starting next month. Aloha Jay’s, specializing in made-to-order malasadas, will hold a...
Paul Kerr Sentenced For Shooting At Pagan’s Place Bar: PA AG
Paul Kerr, 30, was sentenced to seven to 14 years in prison on Wednesday, April 24, according to the state Attorney General's Office. Authorities said Kerr walked into Pagan's Place bar on Jan. 7, 2023 and was asked to leave by the owner. Kerr "refused and proceeded to argue with Pagan" before exiting the bar, prosecutors said.
McDonald’s officially opens at Westgate Mall, 5 other fast-casual chains set to follow
Fast-casual giant McDonald’s has officially cut the ribbon and opened at the revamped Westgate Mall in Bethlehem. The 4,540-square-foot eatery on Thursday morning grand opened before local dignitaries and chain representatives. The site held a soft opening March 14, Isaac Kleinsmith, human resources and training supervisor for McDonald’s, told lehighvalleylive.com.
After tragic death, Allentown man becomes hero, giving 4 people the gift of life
April is National Donate Life Month, and we are partnering with the Gift of Life organization to share stories of how organ donation has made a difference in the lives of people in our community. Around David Nagle's wrist is a green bracelet. "This is my reminder, it's actually donate...
10 most expensive homes sold in Northampton County, April 15-21
A house in Bethlehem that sold for $700,000 tops the list of the most expensive residential real estate sales in Northampton County in the past week. In total, 34 residential real estate sales were recorded in the county during the past week, with an average price of $349,985. The average price per square foot ended up at $200.
‘Smash hit’: Lehigh Valley’s new dining and nightlife venue serving up vibrant food, atmosphere
ALLENTOWN, Pa. - A new restaurant and lounge is offering a unique space to enjoy premium food, cocktails and fun times with friends in Lehigh County. Vyral Lounge & Bar, offering made-from-scratch dishes, drinks and nightlife entertainment, held a grand opening on April 14 at 1179 Airport Road in Allentown.
Update: Freeze warning affecting Pennsylvania until Friday morning
The National Weather Service issued an updated freeze warning at 12:56 a.m. on Friday valid for Friday between 2 a.m. and 9 a.m. for Berks, Lehigh, Northampton and Bucks counties. The weather service adds, "Sub-freezing temperatures as low as 30 degrees expected." "Frost and freeze conditions will kill crops and...
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