In 1945, the Lehigh County Historical Society felt it had a lot to celebrate, and not just the end of World War II.
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The one constant in Harrisburg no matter the dominant political party is a reflexive inclination to shield information from the public. Read moreSecrecy still pervades Pennsylvania state government, but Spotlight PA is fighting back
By House Education Committee Majority Chairman State Representative Peter Schweyer (D - Lehigh) Read moreOpinion: House Education Committee addressing real needs of students and their families, not culture wars
They stayed in the safe room, though it meant certain death. Read moreRob Vaughn: Reflections on death of Bucks County woman in Israel
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By: Allentown City Council member Ce-Ce Gerlach Read moreOpinion: Who do you call when someone needs help instead of handcuffs?
Crash kills man and wife believed out for evening walk
The Lehigh County Coroner's office reports a husband and wife have died following a crash Friday evening.
Reading church plagued by squatters, previously set on fire, now in danger of collapse
The building was inspected with a drone by the fire marshal and been declared unsafe.
Lehigh University students hold a rally of their own in protest of war in Gaza
At Lehigh University on Friday students are holding a rally of their own, and organizers insist they're doing all they can to keep it peaceful.
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Schuylkill County man arrested for firing gun near woman and children
Pennsylvania State Police have arrested a Barnesville man for firing a gun in the air near a woman and children.
Man convicted of 2016 Reading homicide
Vaughn Felix was convicted Thursday for the fatal 2016 shooting of Dominic Colona in Reading.
Search warrant finds illegal narcotics, firearms inside Allentown home
An Allentown man has been charged following a search warrant that found illegal narcotics.
‘Demand is huge!’: Popular retailer expanding with larger storefront at South Mall
A popular spot for toys, clothing, home decor and more is making moves at the South Mall.
Running and tacos! Reading Is ready for Taco Fest
Reading is celebrating with a 5K, followed by all the tacos you can dream of.
Eat, Sip, Shop: New scenic venue to offer craft beverages, creative arts in Quakertown area
Fans of wine, art, music and scenic countryside views will soon have a new destination to frequent in upper Bucks County.