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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.

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‘Suspicious Package’ Was Packed With Glow Sticks, Blinking Balloon

A suspicious package that drew a local bomb squad and robot to the 3700 block of Old Philadelphia Pike in Lower Saucon Township Sunday evening was actually a bag with what may have been leftover party items inside it.

Medical Bills
5K, Costume Run to Help Local Families With Crushing Medical Bills

A partnership with a Hellertown pub will give local beer lovers an incentive to hit the rail trail and provide a big boost to the Community Outreach Benefit (COB), a Coopersburg-based nonprofit that helps families struggling with crushing medical expenses.

Lower Saucon Police Scam Coronavirus
Updated: ‘Suspicious Package’ Closes Section of Old Philadelphia Pike

The Lower Saucon Township Police Department reported Sunday night that police activity in the 3700 block of Old Philadelphia Pike has closed the road between Black River Road and Seidersville Road.

Classic Car Show
Enjoy a Classic Car Show, Chance to Win a Car at Star Pre-Owned Sunday

Whether you are a classic car aficionado or not, the Star Hellertown Classic Car Show on Sunday, Sept. 23 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Star Pre-owned Hellertown will have something for you to enjoy.

Bank Robbery
Lower Saucon Man Charged in Hellertown Bank Robbery

A Lower Saucon Township man has been charged with allegedly carrying out an armed robbery at the BB&T bank branch at 741 Main Street, Hellertown, on Monday afternoon, borough police announced in a news release Saturday.

New Physicians Enhance St. Luke’s OB/GYN Team (Sponsored)

St. Luke’s University Health Network has added three new physicians to its expert team of obstetrics and gynecology (OB/GYN) practitioners.

Saucon Valley High School
SV Student Who Allegedly Threatened Shooting ‘No Longer in Attendance’

The 14-year-old Saucon Valley High School student who allegedly used the social media app Snapchat to threaten a school shooting Wednesday is no longer a student in the Saucon Valley School District.

L. Saucon Teen Allegedly Used Snapchat to Threaten to Shoot Up School

A Lower Saucon Township teen is being charged as a juvenile after township police say he allegedly used the social media app Snapchat to threaten a school shooting Wednesday.

Ottsville Woman Sentenced to Prison for Fatal DUI Crash on Rt. 611

An Ottsville, Nockamixon Township woman whose third DUI last summer killed a 21-year-old driver and critically injured his girlfriend was sentenced Tuesday to serve five-and-a-half to 20 years in state prison.

Robert Heil
Robert H. Heil Sr., 97, of Hellertown (Obituary Brought to You by Heintzelman Funeral Home)

Robert H. Heil Sr., 97, of Hellertown, died Wednesday, Sept. 19, 2018 at his residence. Arrangements are by the Heintzelman Funeral Home Inc., Hellertown.