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Trial scheduled for man accused of stabbing teen at Perkasie skatepark
A Pottstown man is headed to trial on charges stemming from a stabbing incident that occurred at a Perkasie skatepark last year. Court records show 20-year-old Nikolas Lore, formerly of Perkasie, has a trial scheduled for June 10 at 9 a.m. at the Bucks County Court of Common Pleas. He is charged with one felony count of aggravated assault and misdemeanor counts of possessing an instrument of crime, simple assault, and reckless endangerment, stemming from the alleged incident.
Bucks County high school lacrosse: 12 things to watch for in upcoming district playoffs
The PIAA District One Class 3A girls' and boys' lacrosse tournaments begin Tuesday as several Bucks County area teams try and advance to the PIAA tournament, which starts in early June (the district title games will be held May 29). The District One Class 2A boys' and girls' tournaments begin Wednesday while the...
These Historic Houses in Bucks County Are More Than Worth a Visit
Many gorgeous historic houses in Bucks County stand as landmarks to ages past amid new development and as such are worth exploring. Many gorgeous historic houses in Bucks County stand as landmarks to ages past amid new development and as such are worth exploring, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch.
High school football: Giving college coaches an early look at top Bucks County area talent
They ran, caught passes, threw passes, displayed their footwork and gave everything they had on Souderton High's football field on a Thursday night in May. And, most importantly, they (over 100 athletes) were seen by over 50 college football coaches at the second BuxMont Football Showcase. "This is such a...
Local Residents Honored With ‘Outstanding Senior’ Awards
Two Saucon Valley residents were recently recognized by the Northampton County Area Agency on Aging for their dedication to serving their community. Note: The following is a news release that was submitted to this publication by Hellertown Borough Council member Andrew Hughes. On April 26 at the Chrin Community Center,...
This acclaimed Hunterdon County restaurant just celebrated 20 years in business
From Flemington's sleepy past to its now-blossoming downtown food scene, Matt's Red Rooster Grill in the Hunterdon County seat has seen it all. The upscale restaurant in a Victorian home just celebrated its 20th anniversary with a proclamation given by the Hunterdon County Commissioners. Owner Matt McPherson spends his days (and nights) in...
$990K L. Saucon home tops April 29-May 5 list of most expensive sold in Lehigh Valley
A condominium in Lower Saucon Township that sold for $990,000 tops the list of the most expensive residential real estate sales in Northampton County in the most recent week of available deed transactions. The property at 2747 Avenue Du was built in 2014 and has a living area of 2,894...
Cruise Nights Return to Joe's Steak Shop in Phillipsburg
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - Joe’s Steak Shop Cruise Night is back! Every Tuesday, from 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM you can cruise on down to South Main Street in Phillipsburg for the largest area car show held weekly for twenty years. Recognized previously as one of NJ’s 20 best cheese steaks for National cheese steak day by NJ.com, Joe’s has been a recipient and landmark in Phillipsburg since it opened in 1938. “Our recipes”, stated Jody. It’s that simple. The Joe’s Steak Sauce, bottled to buy in the store, is the same sauce as in 1938. Nothing has...
A children’s YouTube star is performing at the Allentown Fair. Here’s how to get tickets.
The Great Allentown Fair is bringing in a headliner geared towards a group rarely thought of when programming the fair: young children. Blippi, the character with a wildly popular eponymous YouTube channel, will be bringing his entertaining and educational live show to the Allentown Fair’s grandstand on Aug. 29. The show shores up the festival’s grandstand lineup, which stretches from Aug. 28 to Sept. 2.
Bucks and Montgomery County towns offer carnivals this spring and summer
May 22 - 25, Community Center Grounds, 435 Park Avenue, Harleysville, Pa. The fairgrounds opening times vary, free entry and unlimited ride wristbands are $30 per person, per day. 23rd annual Dublin Borough Community Day. June 1, Supplee Park, 155 Middle Road, Dublin. Event goes from 1 p.m. - 5...
Lehigh Valley wrestling community mourns death of Easton grad, Stroudsburg AD Sean Richmond
Editor’s note: This post has been updated with new details from the Monroe County Coroner’s Office. The Lehigh Valley and Pennsylvania wrestling communities are in mourning after the death of Easton Area High School graduate and Stroudsburg High School athletic director Sean Richmond. Richmond was struck and killed...
‘Very excited’: 18-year-old Liberty grad opening new Bethlehem restaurant this week
BETHLEHEM, Pa. - Just a year after earning his diploma from Liberty High School in Bethlehem, a driven, business-minded teenager is set to notch another significant accomplishment in the city. Abdul S. Wali, 18, will soon be able to call himself a restaurateur as he is teaming up with his...
Sean Richmond’s tragic death leaves behind a memorable, important legacy | Commentary
No one ever relished being a Red Rover more than Sean Richmond. The 2004 Easton Area High School graduate deeply loved Rovers wrestling. During his association with the program as a wrestler (two-time state medalist on some of the greatest teams in Pennsylvania history), his passion for the red and black had no equals. He cared about Easton wrestling every minute of the day.
Just Married: Julia & Jonathan's Wedding at Monterre Vineyards
Compromise reached to put more than 200 apartments in Palmer Township
The Palmer Township supervisors and a developer have reached a compromise that would allow for a 216-apartment plan. The apartments are proposed at 1493 Van Buren Road, Assistant Township Manager Brenda DeGerolamo confirmed. The supervisors agreed Monday, May 6, to enter into settlement negotiations with Bethlehem-based Greystone Capital to avoid...
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