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Allentown couple killed after being struck by car identified
Authorities have identified a couple struck and killed by a car as they took an evening stroll Friday in Allentown. The Lehigh County Coroner’s Office said 83-year-old Frank R. Wyant and his 80-year-old wife, Marcella A. Wyant, of Allentown, died following the crash. If you purchase a product or...
Missing hiker found dead near Blue Mountain Ski Area is identified as N.J. resident
Editor’s note: This post has been updated with new details from the Northampton County Coroner’s Office. A missing hiker who was the focus of a search that lasted more than four hours was found dead early Sunday near the Blue Mountain Ski Area in Lehigh Township, authorities said.
Injuries reported in Whitehall crash
WHITEHALL, Pa. - Communication officials say injuries were reported following an accident in Whitehall on Monday morning. The crash happened shortly before 5:30 a.m. in the 5700 block of Coplay Road. Emergency dispatch tells 69 News police are investigating.
‘Thank you to everyone’: Lehigh Valley gas station and convenience store to close
COOPERSBURG, Pa. - A destination for fuel, food and more is set to end operations on Monday. A Speedway gas station and convenience store will hold its last day of business on Monday, May 6, at 308 N. Third St. in Coopersburg, Lehigh County, according to storefront signage. “Thank you...
Easton Area School District plans first-of-its-kind public celebration
The Easton Area School District is opening up Cottingham Stadium for a community celebration of public education. The first-ever State of the District and Celebration of Learning Event is set for Monday, May 20. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our site,...
1 hurt in stabbing near Bethlehem park, cops say
A man was hospitalized following a stabbing Saturday near a Bethlehem park, city police said. Bethlehem Police Capt. Nicholas P. Lechman said the incident unfolded around 10:45 p.m. in the area of Friendship Park, in the 200 block of East North Street. Officers were dispatched for a reported disturbance with possible shots fired.
Couple killed after they were hit by vehicle in Allentown: officials
ALLENTOWN, Pa. - An evening stroll took a deadly turn when a couple were hit and killed by a motor vehicle. The couple was believed to be out for an evening walk when the tragedy unfolded, officials said. They were walking near West Chew Street and North Main Street, in...
Vehicle rolls over, traps one person in Bethlehem
BETHLEHEM, Pa. — A vehicle rolled over Sunday afternoon in Bethlehem, trapping its occupant inside. According to Northampton County dispatchers, the crash occurred around 12:36 p.m. at the intersection of Williams Street and Lynn Avenue. So far, no word on the person's condition or what may have led to...
I-78 lane closures start. Landscape business eyes land in Slate Belt. | Lehigh Valley government watch
Here is a look at some government and other community news across the Lehigh Valley region for the week beginning Monday, May 6:. U. MACUNGIE TWP. | PennDOT says there will be overnight lane closures this week on a stretch of Interstate 78 that’s in need of roadway patching through the township and neighboring municipalities in Lehigh County. The closures are scheduled from 9 p.m. Monday to 6 a.m. Tuesday. The work and associated lane closures continue for the same overnight hours through Friday.
Lehigh Valley proms: All our photos from last weekend
Prom season is in full swing around the Lehigh Valley, and The Morning Call is there once again to take photos of the big night. View all of our prom galleries from this past weekend by clicking on the links below. And check back throughout the rest of prom season at mcall.com/prom to view all of our galleries. You can also send us your prom photos ― just e-mail them to photo@mcall.com. Or tag ...
Lehigh Valley man dies from injuries suffered burning brush, coroner says
A Lehigh Valley man died after an incident that hospitalized him with burns almost two weeks ago, the Lehigh County coroner announced Saturday. The Lehigh County Coroner’s Office & Forensics Center said the May 3 death of Leo C. Pavelco, 89, of Slatington was ruled an accident following a April 22 incident wherein his clothes caught fire while he was burning brush at his home in the late afternoon.
Ride along with the Lehigh Valley Freeway Service Patrol, a ‘big-time help’ to stranded motorists, disabled vehicles and first responders
ON ROUTE 22, NEAR ROUTE 512 — And, we’re stuck, Glen and me, after an apparent accident on a recent rush-hour Friday afternoon.. Glen is Glen Greiss, an affable, jovial operator of a super-duty truck that he rides most weekday mornings and afternoon rush hours along Route 22. “They’re calling out the cavalry,” Greiss says to his radio dispatcher from inside the truck. “I don’t know what’s ...
Search warrant finds illegal narcotics, firearms inside Allentown home
ALLENTOWN, Pa. -- An Allentown man has been charged following a search warrant that found illegal narcotics. The search warrant was served Friday around 11:30 a.m. at a home in the 600 Block of N. 11th Street. Allentown Police say they found quantities of illegal narcotics, money and assorted packaging...
Fatal pedestrian accident under investigation in Allentown
ALLENTOWN, Pa. -- Police shut down a road in the western part of the city as they investigated a fatal crash involving two pedestrians. It happened around 8:30 p.m. Friday at West Chew and North Main streets. A 69 News freelance photojournalist says they witnessed two people being taken away...
Stargaze at Northampton County Park May 17
The meetup will take place in the wide-open turf grass on the west side of Louise W. Moore Park, which is located at 151 Country Club Road, Easton. If you would like to see stars, the Northampton County Parks and Recreation Division will host a stargazing event on Friday, May 17. The meetup will take place in the wide-open turf grass on the west side of Louise W. Moore Park, which is located at 151 Country Club Road, Easton. Attendees should park in the West lot.
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