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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

Antoinette Strain
Antoinette ‘Sue’ M. Strain, 70, of Lower Saucon (Obituary Brought to You by Heintzelman Funeral Home)

Antoinette 'Sue' M. Strain, 70, of Lower Saucon Township, died Saturday, Nov. 10, 2018 at St. Luke's University Hospital, Fountain Hill. Arrangements are by the Heintzelman Funeral Home, Hellertown.

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

Pretty Anastasia is a small domestic shorthair who is nearly two years old. She is black and grey and is not declawed. She is housed in Lower Building Q1 at the Center for Animal Health and Welfare.

Veterans Recognized at Saucon Valley Elementary School Assembly

About 130 proud U.S. veterans who have children or grandhildren who attend Saucon Valley Elementary School were recognized before and during a Veterans Day assembly that was held at the school Friday.

Anderson St. Luke's
Leapfrog Awards St. Luke’s Hospitals ‘A’ Grades for Patient Safety (Sponsored)

The Leapfrog Group, a national nonprofit health care ratings organization, this week released new Leapfrog Hospital Safety grades, awarding top marks to St. Luke’s hospital campuses.

Little Panther Rundown: 120s Defeat NW Lehigh to Take Title

Congratulations to all the Panther varsity players and the coaches on an amazing undefeated season that culminated with a 14-0 victory in the Colonial League championship game.

power
More Than 300 Without Power Near Giant in Lower Saucon

The same part of Lower Saucon Township that was affected by a power outage Wednesday--when a gas leak at a shopping center prompted PPL to cut electricity to hundreds of customers--is again without power Saturday morning.

Lower Saucon Road Fire
Breaking News: House Fire Reported on Lower Saucon Road

The sound of sirens was heard throughout Saucon Valley Friday evening at around 8 p.m., as fire crews rushed to the scene of a dwelling fire that is burning in the 4300 block of Lower Saucon Road.

Mease
Sylvia Jean (Kressler) Mease, 81, of Bethlehem (Obituary Brought to You by Heintzelman Funeral Home)

Sylvia Jean (Kressler) Mease, 81, of Bethlehem, formerly of Kintnersville, died Thursday, Nov. 8, 2018 at her residence. Arrangements are by the Heintzelman Funeral Home Inc., Hellertown.

Timko
Albert R. Timko Sr., 81, of Bethlehem Twp. (Obituary Brought to You by Heintzelman Funeral Home)

Albert R. Timko Sr., 81, of Bethlehem Township died Thursday, Nov. 8, 2018 at St. Luke’s University Hospital, Anderson Campus, Bethlehem. Arrangements are by the Heintzelman Funeral Home, Hellertown.

Saucon Valley High School
Reported Gas Leak at High School Caps Busy Day at SVSD Campus

Friday was a busy day for emergency services personnel and school officials on the Saucon Valley School District campus, and at the end of it at least one parent was upset over a lack of communication about the cancellation of an after-school event.