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New restaurant coming soon to former J’s Steaks & Subs spot in Bethlehem
BETHLEHEM, Pa. — A new destination for burgers, rice platters and other fresh eats will soon welcome foodies in Northampton County. Elias Grilled Chicken Over Rice, a fast-casual restaurant serving made-to-order cheesesteaks, sandwiches, rice platters and more, is expected to open in about a month at 2140 Stekfo Blvd. in Bethlehem, co-owner Sayed Muhammad said.
P’burg residents in ‘food swamp’ struggle to find grocery staples amid brief Wawa closure
The signs are plastered everywhere. The Wawa convenience store in Phillipsburg is closed temporarily. Employees at the Roseberry Street store said they could not speak to the company’s plans, but signs at the site say the store will be closed until June 13 for renovations. The Roseberry Street site’s fuel stations will remain open during renovations.
Drop Off Unwanted Electronics at Local Thrift Stores
A new program involving local thrift stores will make it easier for area residents to recycle unwanted electronics. A new program involving local thrift stores will make it easier for area residents to recycle unwanted electronics. The Free Electronic Waste Recycling program was recently announced by ReWorld and Goodwill Keystone...
‘Fresh and delicious’: Bethlehem’s newest sushi, hibachi restaurant drawing big crowds
BETHLEHEM, Pa. – Foodies are flocking to a new full-service restaurant – offering sushi rolls, hibachi dinners and other made-to-order Japanese specialties – in Northampton County. Kyoto Sushi & Hibachi Steak House, serving freshly prepared sushi, sashimi and other Japanese dishes, opened May 9 at 2342 Easton...
‘Amazing spot’: Popular Allentown pizza shop planning 2nd location next to Bethlehem brewery
BETHLEHEM, Pa. - A popular Allentown restaurant – serving up specialty pizzas, pasta, cheesesteaks and other Italian and American staples – is looking to serve more customers in the Lehigh Valley. The Pizza Joint, a four-year-old, family-run eatery at 1239 Airport Road in Allentown, is planning to open...
Fawn season in full swing in the Poconos
MONROE COUNTY, Pa. — Baby deer have found themselves in the care of the Wilderz at Pocono Wildlife Rehabilitation and Education Center near Stroudsburg, but they're not hurt. Good samaritans brought them in, believing the fawns were abandoned. "They are actually doing more detriment while trying to be helpful,"...
The Brass Rail is coming back. Find out where and when.
Fans of The Brass Rail, your wishes have come true. The restaurant — famed for its classic Americana dishes like cheesesteaks and hot dogs and which shut down after 91 years in business — is going to open a stand at the Allentown Farmers Market. “We’re getting back in the game,” owner Mark Sorrentino said. “And we’re very excited for it.” Talks to open at the farmers market began in the fall, ...
Beloved Jersey Shore pizzeria is reborn years after closing
A little more than than two years after the Jersey Shore lost one of its most beloved pizzerias, its chef is back working an Asbury Park pizza oven. Catbird, a pizza restaurant from chef Aimée McElroy — who previously helmed Medusa Stone Fired Kitchen —opened its doors for a soft opening last week. The eatery is located at 1215 Sunset Ave., on Deal Lake in the space previously occupied by Sunset Landing.
New Lehigh Valley shop serving up custom waffle sticks, fruit bowls, smoothies and more
HELLERTOWN, Pa. - A new fast-casual eatery is offering “simple and fresh” drinks and snacks in Northampton County. Smoothie & T Bar, offering freshly prepared fruit bowls, smoothies, iced teas with fresh fruit purees, Belgian waffle sticks with various toppings and more, opened Friday at 56 W. Water St. in Hellertown.
Nearly a year after fire forced its closure, Allentown YMCA Wellness Center reopens
The Allentown YMCA Wellness Center fully reopened this week, one year after a fire caused significant damage. The Allentown branch suffered a fire June 6 on the roof of its gymnasium on South 15th Street. According to fire officials, the fire was caused by ongoing construction on the roof and was ruled an accident. Only the Allentown branch child care center and warming station, which is open ...
‘Blippi: The Wonderful World Tour’ coming to the Great Allentown Fair
Global sensation Blippi is coming to Pennsylvania. “Blippi: The Wonderful World Tour” will be at the Great Allentown Fair on Thursday, Aug. 29, 2024. Tickets are $30 and go on sale at 10 .m. Friday, May 17, on Ticketmaster and at the fair box office. Blippi inspires curiosity in...
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