Escaped wildcat killed by car after windstorm damages Berks County wildlife center
DISTRICT TOWNSHIP, Pa. — A wildcat that escaped from a Berks County wildlife center after high winds damaged its enclosure was struck and killed by...
By Isabel Hope
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Community news from across the Lehigh Valley — the people, neighborhoods, nonprofits and everyday moments that shape life in the region.
More than 1,200 turn out for River Crossing YMCA’s 19th Annual Pumpkin Pie 5K
NAZARETH, Pa. — More than 1,200 runners and walkers kicked off the holiday season at the 19th Annual YMCA Pumpkin Pie 5K and Fun Run,...
By Isabel Hope
Police report filed after Easton councilwoman, bandleader dispute at Christmas parade
EASTON, Pa. — A dispute between Easton City Council member Taiba Sultana and Big Easy Easton Brass bandleader Jeremy Joseph during Friday night’s Christmas parade...
By Isabel Hope
Local attorney warns of rise in winter-weather crashes, says residents should know their rights
ALLENTOWN, Pa. — With winter weather settling into the Lehigh Valley, attorney Rose Harper said she’s already seeing the familiar uptick in crashes and cold-weather...
By Isabel Hope
‘It’s going to take a firefighter to die’: Bethlehem fire officials warn of staffing crisis
BETHLEHEM, Pa. — A two-alarm fire Sunday afternoon on East Elizabeth Avenue has renewed urgent calls from Bethlehem firefighters and their supporters for the city...
By Isabel Hope
St. Luke’s Anderson Campus debuts Holiday House with festive winter decor
BETHLEHEM TWP., Pa. — The festive spirit has arrived at St. Luke’s Anderson Campus as the popular fall barn has been transformed into a cheerful...
By Isabel Hope
Wicked Botanist partners with local volunteers to distribute free meals in Bethlehem
BETHLEHEM, Pa. — A Bethlehem plant shop joined forces with a small group of local volunteers this month to distribute hundreds of free meals to...
By Isabel Hope
Hispanic Center Lehigh Valley hosts Thanksgiving feast for seniors
BETHLEHEM, Pa. — The Hispanic Center Lehigh Valley brought Thanksgiving warmth, music and community to dozens of local seniors Wednesday, offering a homemade holiday meal...
By Isabel Hope
New Bethany distributes hundreds of Thanksgiving meals as demand surges
ALLENTOWN, Pa. — New Bethany distributed hundreds of pre-prepared Thanksgiving meals this week to families across the Lehigh Valley, aiming to ensure residents facing food...
By Isabel Hope
Fundraiser launched for family of Allentown father killed in hit-and-run
ALLENTOWN, Pa. — Friends, family and coworkers are mourning the loss of Rigoberto “Rigo” Hernandez, a 29-year-old husband and father of three who was killed...
By Isabel Hope
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