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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

Springfield Twp. Trick-or-Treat Date Moved ‘Due to Popular Demand’

An Upper Bucks County municipality is changing the date when it will hold Trick-or-Treat less than a week before the originally scheduled date, due to "popular demand."

Suzanne Gorman Watts, 81, of Hellertown (Obituary Brought to You by Heintzelman Funeral Home)

Suzanne Gorman Watts, 81, of Four Seasons, Hellertown, formerly of Pittsford, N.Y., Lower Macungie Township, Florence, S.C., and Iowa City, Iowa, died Monday, Oct. 22, 2018 at Lehigh Valley Hospital, Muhlenberg. Arrangements are by the Heintzelman Funeral Home Inc., Hellertown.

Lower Saucon Teen Charged With Dealing Marijuana, Police Say

A Lower Saucon Township teen is charged with felony manufacturing, delivery or possession with intent to manufacture or deliver marijuana after township police say he was allegedly found in possession of more than 30 grams of the drug along with a digital scale and items used to package marijuana following a traffic stop Friday night.

Weavers Neglect
Family Members Plead Guilty in Elderly Man’s Neglect Death

Albert W. Weaver Jr. of Richland Township said he feels 'foolish' for what happened to his father, and agreed in court with his attorney Keith Williams’ who said his client 'was a bad son.'

Lower Saucon Police Scam Coronavirus
Thieves Smashed Van Windows to Steal Stihl Chainsaw, Police Say

Lower Saucon Township Police are asking for the public's help with identifying the person or people who broke into a disabled van parked in the upper lot at Polk Valley Park on the night of Oct. 19 and stole several items from it.

Saucon Valley Resident, Victaulic to Receive Volunteerism Award

Valley Youth HouseĀ (VYH) announced last week that Saucon Valley resident Eric B. Luftig andĀ VictaulicĀ will receive the 2018 Spirit of Volunteerism Award from theĀ Volunteer Center of the Lehigh Valley.

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

Titan is a five-year-old male.Ā As a young adult, he's found his way in life and often stares out the window contemplating why he still calls the shelter home. Meet him at the Center for Animal Health & Welfare.

Register for Run Brave for Brews 5K, Help Local Families

Register now for the 2nd annual 'Run Brave for Brews 5K' Sunday, Nov. 4 on the Saucon Rail Trail in Hellertown. The run/walk will benefit the COBCares, which provides financial aid to area residents in need.

Man Stole 2 iPhones from L. Saucon AT&T Store, Police Say

The Lower Saucon Township Police Department is asking for the public's help with identifying a man they say stole two iPhones from a local cell phone store Friday.

Little Panther Rundown: Saucon Valley vs. Solehi Spartans

This week's (Oct. 6) games were played on a good day for football. It started off with a little rain in the morning and turned into a temperate day. All divisions faced tough competition from the Spartans.