Borough Council
Rocks There for a Reason: Park’s Overflow Parking is Closed
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If you’re used to parking in the overflow area at Water Street Park, be aware that the area is now off limits to vehicles, and will remain closed for at least two seasons.
Art
Lions’ Gem, Mineral & Jewelry Show Proof That ‘Hellertown Rocks’
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The Saucon Valley Lions’ 49th annual Lehigh Valley Gem, Mineral & Jewelry Show was held Saturday and Sunday at Saucon Valley High School and a highlight of this year’s show was a new event: a Hellertown Rocks Kindness Project rock-painting contest.
Police
Upper Saucon Woman Caused DUI-Related Crash, Police Say
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A 26-year-old Upper Saucon Township woman has been charged with DUI and a traffic violation, Lower Saucon Township Police said Tuesday, as a result of a two-vehicle crash she allegedly caused on Flint Hill Road in the area of Waldheim Road April 6.
Disorderly Conduct
Alleged Rail Trail Tryst in Hellertown Leads to Charges, Police Say
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A couple who police said were allegedly “fornicating” along a section of the Saucon Rail Trail in Hellertown borough have been charged with disorderly conduct, borough police said in a news release Monday.
Community
Retired Bethlehem Firefighter in Paris: Notre Dame May Be ‘Total Loss’
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A recently-retired City of Bethlehem firefighter who is visiting Europe was a witness Monday to the destruction by fire of one of the world’s greatest architectural treasures: the Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris, which he said he has heard may be declared a “total loss” once dawn arrives.
Business
Hellertown McDonald’s is Being Totally Remodeled, Owner Says
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The Hellertown McDonald’s is being completely remodeled for the first time in nearly 15 years, franchise owner Jim McIntyre confirmed Monday. The plan is for the restaurant to remain open on a limited basis throughout the next five weeks.
Business
Under New Ownership, Hellertown Subway Open Again
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The Subway in the Creekside Marketplace shopping center on Rt. 412 in Lower Saucon Township reopened April 8 under new ownership, Top Star Express Inc. food manager Trish Transue confirmed Monday.
Featured in Category
Teen’s Pot Found With School District-Owned iPad in Park, Police Say
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Hellertown Police said Monday that a 14-year-old boy who has been charged with possession of a small amount of marijuana and possession of drug paraphernalia was identified after he allegedly left his Saucon Valley School District-owned iPad with pot inside it at Water Street Park.
Community
Pets in Need of Homes: Marianna (Brought to You by A Furry Tail Come True)
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Marianna is your typical 7 month-old puppy! She’s very playful, sweet and friendly, and she has a lot of love to give along with a lot of energy to burn! Meet Marianna in the main canine kennel at the Center for Animal Health and Welfare.
Community
Severe Weather Could Affect Monday Morning Commute
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After a mild, mostly sunny weekend, severe weather overnight in the form of heavy rain and damaging winds could affect Monday morning’s commute, the National Weather Service said Sunday evening.
