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Josh Popichak

Josh Popichak

Josh Popichak is a veteran local journalist with an extensive background in print and digital news. A Bethlehem native, he has a Bachelor’s degree in history and has maintained a lifelong affinity for the subject. He founded Saucon Source to fill a need for independent local journalism, which has thrived with the support of an engaged, enthusiastic readership. He thanks the community, whose continued support makes this site possible.

Josh's Latest Articles

Hellertown Church’s Bus Trip to PA Farm Show is Open to All

Christ Lutheran Church, 69 Main St., Hellertown, is hosting a bus trip to the 103rd Pennsylvania Farm Show in Harrisburg on Wednesday, Jan. 9, 2019. This trip is open to the public and the show will have something for everyone.

Bethlehem Man’s Car, Wallet, Phone Stolen at ‘Offerup’ Arranged Meetup

Pennsylvania State Police at Bethlehem are warning area residents to use caution when arranging to make a purchase or sale on popular websites such as Offerup.com, after a 47-year-old Bethlehem man was the victim of a robbery following a meetup he arranged.

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Man Allegedly Banged on Doors, Told Cops He’d Used ‘a Lot’ of Meth

A Hellertown man is charged with disorderly conduct, public drunkenness and prowling after borough police say he allegedly banged on the doors of homes while high on methamphetamine in the 1200 block of First Avenue at approximately 5:45 a.m. Sunday.

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Man Police Said Was Missing, Endangered Now in Custody

A man who Springfield Township police said was missing and endangered last week is now in custody and charged with criminal mischief (two counts) and felony criminal trespassing-breaking into a structure (one count).

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St. Luke’s Expands Behavioral Health at Sacred Heart, Elsewhere

St. Luke’s University Health Network has tripled its number of inpatient beds for behavioral health from 57 to 168, making it the largest provider of psychiatric services in the region. Inpatient beds are now available at three campuses: Sacred Heart in Allentown, Quakertown and Gnaden Huetten in Lehighton.

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Jennifer Lynn Brown-Aptacy, 34, Formerly of Hellertown (Obituary Brought to You by Heintzelman Funeral Home)

Jennifer Lynn Brown-Aptacy, 34, of Billerica, Mass., formerly of Hellertown, died Wednesday, Dec. 5, 2018 at her residence. Arrangements are by the Heintzelman Funeral Home Inc., Hellertown.

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Hellertown Man Charged With Making Terroristic Threats, Police Say

A Hellertown borough man has been charged with two counts of Misdemeanor 1 Terroristic Threats and two counts of summary harassment, according to police and court records.

Robert J. ‘Spike’ Holowka, 65, of Hellertown (Obituary Brought to You by Heintzelman Funeral Home)

Robert J. “Spike” Holowka, 65, of Hellertown, died Sunday, Dec. 9, 2018 at his residence. Arrangements are by the Heintzelman Funeral Home Inc., Hellertown, Pa.

Saucon Valley Resident Named Susquehanna University Scholar

Emily Hoff of Lower Saucon Township was among 265 students recently honored as a University Scholar at Susquehanna University, the school said in a news release.

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Pets in Need of Homes: Azure (Brought to You by A Furry Tail Come True)

A place to be lazy is Azure's ideal home. A nine-year-old Siamese mix, she doesn't mind sharing her space with other cats as long as they respect her space. Meet her at the Center for Animal Health & Welfare.