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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?
Man pleads guilty in Upper Macungie crash that killed 1, seriously injured another
John Frederick Fifield is scheduled for sentencing on July 5.
Driver slams car into spa building
A truck crashed into a salon along Route 422 Monday night.
'Definitely scared': Students say they had to continue with finals during lockdown incident that school later called hoax
ALLENTOWN, Pa. - Students at Muhlenberg College say their finals were shaken up before a call that led to a campus lockdown was determined to be a hoax. Meanwhile, just a little down the road,…
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Lehigh County judge asked to recuse himself, as attorneys try to get new trial for woman convicted of homicide in 1990's
Attorneys trying to get a new trial for a woman convicted in an infamous double homicide also want a new judge on the case.
Macy’s announces grand opening date for small-format store in Berks County
The new store will occupy a renovated space that previously housed Bed Bath & Beyond in the Broadcasting Square shopping center.
Promenade Saucon Valley scores popular retailer, carrying sports team clothing, decor and more
Phillies, Eagles, Flyers and 76ers fans will soon have a new spot to stock up on jerseys, hats and other gear in Lehigh County.
Perkiomen Valley approves budget with tax increase
The Perkiomen Valley school board on Monday approved the district's preliminary 2024-25 budget with a property tax increase.
Palmer Township, Pektor move toward agreement for apartment project
Greystone Capital Inc. and developer Lou Pektor are proposing a 216-unit apartment complex on nearly 17 acres at 1493 Van Buren Road.
Reading to spend $10K per month in effort to get CRIZ designation
Reading City Council voted unanimously Monday night to spend $10,000 a month for consulting services with McNees Strategic Solutions Group.