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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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Dimmick Park
Council Considering Artificial Christmas Tree for Dimmick Park

Christmas is only 12 or so weekends away and it was on the minds of Hellertown Borough Council members Monday as they discussed options for a Christmas tree in Dimmick Park.

Hellertown Residents Concerned About Public Works Building Proposal

A number of residents of Magnolia Road, Saucon Street and other primarily residential streets near the former Reinhard School in Hellertown attended a council meeting Monday to share their concerns about a conceptual proposal to construct a 17,000 square foot public works building there.

Expect to See Helicopter Because of PPL Line Work, Township Says

PPL says the work in western Lower Saucon Township and eastern Salisbury Township is needed in order to maintain safe and reliable service. Door-to-door notifications of impacted customers begin Sept. 18.

Bank Robbery
Hellertown Bank Robber Displayed Revolver, Police Say

The hunt for a Hellertown bank robber continues as of Monday evening, with police releasing additional information about and surveillance photos of the man who held up the BB&T branch at 741 Main Street around 5 p.m.

Randy Bond Heroin Trespassing Fraud Theft Possession
‘Unwanted Guest’ Had Heroin Syringe, Lower Saucon Police Say

A Lower Saucon Township man has been charged with possession of drug paraphernalia, after township police say he admitted to being in possession of a syringe he had used to shoot heroin.

Anderson obituary
Theo ‘Tedde’ Ann Anderson, 75, of Hellertown (Obituary Brought to You by Heintzelman Funeral Home)

Theo 'Tedde' Ann Anderson, 75, of Hellertown, died Saturday, Sept. 15, 2018. Arrangements are by the Heintzelman Funeral Home Inc., Hellertown.

Bank Robbed News
Breaking News: Hellertown Bank Robbed, Police Searching for Suspect

A downtown Hellertown bank was robbed around closing time Monday, prompting borough police to initiate a manhunt for the suspect, who reportedly escaped on foot.

Parade Candy Refill Station to Be Hosted by Hellertown Post Office

If running out of candy to throw mid-way through the Saucon Valley Spirit Parade is a perennial problem for your organization's float or marchers the Hellertown Post Office has announced that it is here to help you this year.

Veterans Can Register to Receive Latest Info. on Assistance

Veterans, family members and people who work with veterans can now connect with the PA Department of Military and Veterans Affairs via the PA Veterans Registry to receive information on state benefits, programs and services for military veterans.

Idris Yuzon School Shooting
Man Used Snapchat to Threaten Quakertown HS Shooting, Police Say

A Perkasie man is charged with two counts of terroristic threats after police say he allegedly used Snapchat to threaten to 'shoot up' the Quakertown Community High School Friday.