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Eli Lilly breaks ground on $3.5 billion manufacturing facility in Lehigh County

Eli Lilly breaks ground on $3.5B manufacturing facility in Lehigh County. The Upper Macungie Township site will make injectable medicines and devices. It's expected to bring in hundreds of high-paying jobs.

Lehigh County, PA · 1d
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Upper Bucks County Family Fun, From Carousel Rides to Camping

Bucks County family fun is easy to find in the upper end of the county. A historic carousel, a century-old five-and-dime, and a string of lakeside parks link Perkasie, Quakertown, Sellersville, and the townships around them. Perkasie’s Carousel, Pools, and Covered Bridge. Perkasie’s carousel tradition dates to 1891, and...

Bucks County, PA · 17h
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Schuylkill County Native Named Principal of St. Joseph Center for Special Learning

SCHUYLKILL HAVEN — St. Joseph Center for Special Learning has named Elisabeth Hughes as its new principal, bringing an educator with 24 years of experience and local ties to lead its programs for children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Hughes will serve as the center’s chief executive and educational leader, overseeing both its school-age program and Adult Program. She succeeds Bob Giba, who became principal in 2019. Experience in Schuylkill County Schools An Orwigsburg native, Hughes spent more than two decades in the Schuylkill Haven Area School District, where she taught first and third grades before serving as a Title I reading specialist from 2014 to 2024. During that time, she worked with fellow Title I teachers to develop an Orton-Gillingham reading curriculum for kindergarten and second grade. Since January 2025, Hughes has worked as a reading interventionist in the Blue Mountain School District. She holds a bachelor’s degree in elementary education from Elizabethtown College, a master’s degree in education from Alvernia University and a reading specialist certificate from Wilkes University. She also is certified in special education and the Orton-Gillingham approach to reading instruction and has training in Science of Reading methods. “Elisabeth Hughes has spent her

Schuylkill County, PA · 2d

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Chester County theater group fights to keep curtain from falling as township plans to refurbished theater

A Chester County community theater could go dark in the coming months as West Pikeland Township sells the stage out from under them.

Chester County, PA · 2d

Berks Weekly

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Holiday Lights at Gring’s Mill returns for 38th season with festive displays and special events

Berks County Parks & Recreation will welcome visitors back to Gring’s Mill this holiday season as the annual Holiday Lights at Gring’s Mill returns for its 38th year, beginning Saturday, November 28. The popular holiday tradition features illuminated displays throughout the historic recreation area, highlighting the property’s buildings...

Berks County, PA · 3d

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Drainage work to start next week on Route 72 near Route 22 interchange in Union Township

Drainage work is scheduled to start next week on state Route 72 (Ebenezer Road) at the Route 22 (Allentown Boulevard) interchange in Union Township. It is the first phase of a $3.5 million resurfacing project, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation announced Friday. Weather permitting, crews will start work at 8:30...

Lebanon County, PA · 3h

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The coolest blocks in Allentown are not a matter of luck

Taryn Johnson is a graduate student in the Environmental Policy Master's Program at Lehigh University. The coolest blocks in Allentown are not a matter of luck. In the hot summer months, surfaces in parts of Allentown can reach over 100 degrees. However, across town, where there is more tree cover, it is noticeably cooler, with differences up to 11.2 degrees Fahrenheit. The difference is not based on luck, but the legacy of choices about where trees are planted, and where they are not.

Allentown, PA · 1d

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Wyomissing Borough Council Adopts Redevelopment Overlay District

At its Nov. 10 Council Meeting, Wyomissing Borough Council voted to adopt revisions to its zoning ordinance modifying the C2 Overlay District to support the revitalization of aging commercial properties, including the Berkshire Mall area, by providing strategic flexibility for potential redevelopment. The district establishes a framework for future investment that prioritizes the Borough’s interest by preserving and improving the character and quality of life that residents value.

Wyomissing, PA · 1d

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New Jersey compounding pharmacy working to pick up where another has left off in Lehigh County

GREENWICH TWP., N.J.- A compounding pharmacy with operations in Warren County is working to get essential medicines back inside hospitals. In September, Quva Pharma announced it had acquired a range of medications from Central Admixture Pharmacy Services (CAPS), a B. Braun subsidiary that has exited the 503B compounding business. Quva,...

Lehigh County, PA · 14h

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Orwigsburg Attorney Lora J. McDonald Announces Bid for Schuylkill County Magisterial District Judge

ORWIGSBURG — Attorney Lora J. McDonald has announced her candidacy for magisterial district judge in District Court 21-3-03, serving Orwigsburg and surrounding communities, in the 2027 election. McDonald, an Orwigsburg resident with more than 30 years of legal experience, cited her work in private practice, public defense and courtroom litigation as preparation for the position. “After more than 30 years of practicing law in Schuylkill County, I believe my experience, knowledge, and dedication to public service have prepared me for the responsibility of serving as Magisterial District Judge,” McDonald said in her announcement. Legal Experience and Education Her legal practice has included criminal defense, family law, custody, child support, estates, guardianships, real estate and personal injury matters. “Throughout my career, I have represented individuals and families from all walks of life. My experience in private practice, as an Assistant Public Defender, and in the courtroom has given me a strong understanding of the law and the importance of treating every individual with fairness, dignity, and respect,” she said. A 1986 honors graduate of Nativity BVM High School, McDonald earned a Bachelor of Arts in Politics from DeSales University in 1990, graduating summa cum laude. She received her Juris Doctor from

Orwigsburg, PA · 2d

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Lancaster County grocery store reopens after storm destroyed roof

LITITZ, Pa. (WHTM) — Weis Markets’ store in Lititz, Lancaster County, reopened today after closing in July due to storm damage. Weis Markets reopened at 740 South Broad Street in Lititz with a new interior, brighter lights, a new gas station, an upgraded deli, and an updated pharmacy. The renovated store will also have a […]

Lancaster County, PA · 1d

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NASD mulls ‘bell-to-bell’ cellphone policy

Statewide ban of students’ use during school day will take effect fall 2027. A new cellphone use policy for students will be implemented in Northampton Area School District. NASD Superintendent of Schools Joseph S. Kovalchik made the announcement at the Nov. 9 board of education meeting. “The state of...

Northampton, PA · 2d

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Statement Regarding the 2 recent incidents in Skippack Village

Statement Regarding the 2 recent incidents in Skippack Village. Skippack Township has received comments and concerns from residents regarding 2 recent incidents that occurred on Route 73 Skippack pike in Skippack Village. We take these concerns very seriously and hope that everyone involved makes a speedy and full recovery. We...

Skippack, PA · 23h

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Channel Your Inner Wizard At This Enchanting Harry Potter-Themed Coffee Shop In Pennsylvania Today

Nobody ever looked back on their life and wished they’d spent fewer mornings in a cozy, Harry Potter-themed coffee shop tucked into the mountains of Pennsylvania. Muggles Mug in Jim Thorpe is the kind of discovery that makes you feel genuinely pleased with yourself for finding it, even if someone else told you about it first.

Jim Thorpe, PA · 3d

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Veterans honored at annual Cornwall-Lebanon breakfast [photo story]

When asked what he thought of a Nov. 12 program at Cedar Crest Middle School honoring veterans, U.S. Army veteran Brian Zimmerman replied, “It’s nice to be recognized.”. He said when he arrived back in the U.S. in 1968, having enlisted in 1965 during the Vietnam War, he was not received with as much warmth.

Lebanon, PA · 15h

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Strasburg Rail Road Closes for Track Replacement

The Strasburg Rail Road homepage, read on November 12, 2026, carries a banner across the top of the page. It says the railroad is temporarily closed for track replacement until November 21, 2026, and it thanks guests for their patience. Norfolk & Western 4-8-0 #475 returns home to the Strasburg...

Strasburg, PA · 1d

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Richland Borough tables well project payment discussion, hears tank update

This article was funded by LebTown donors as part of our Civic Impact Reporting Project. Richland Borough Council approved two payments and a change order for Well No. 9 work, while tabling discussion on a final payment to Kinsley Construction at its Nov. 10 meeting. Council member Matt Johnson was...

Richland, PA · 1d

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Blue Rock completes 357,840 s/f warehouse in Northampton Twp.

NORTHAMPTON Twp., PA — Blue Rock Construction completed a 357,840 s/f warehouse for Hanover Company in Northampton Township following 14 months of construction. The facility received its Certificate of Occupancy in August 2026. Located on Savage Rd., the warehouse features 51 dock positions, two drive-in doors, curtain wall systems...

Northampton, PA · 2d

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Lehigh County considers suing social media companies over alleged harm to youth

ALLENTOWN, Pa. – The Lehigh County Board of Commissioners retained a law firm to file claims against various social media companies on the county's behalf Tuesday night at administration building. The deal, with Kline & Specter P.C., will "investigate, research and file its claims" against various platforms including but...

Lehigh County, PA · 3d