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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

Teachers Union Pres. to Board: Withdraw Unfair Labor Practice Charge
Computer, Music Equipment Stolen from Home, Police Say
Borough of Hellertown Tax
Hellertown Businesses Could See Garbage Fee Changes
Car Mirror Damaged in Grocery Store Parking Lot Hit-and-Run, Police Say
‘Thick Smoke’ from Garbage Fire Covered ‘Many Homes,’ Police Say
Garbage Truck’s Brakes Failed on Flint Hill Before Accident, Police Say

Tuesday's serious accident involving a garbage truck at the intersection of Route 412 and Flint Hill Road bore an eerie similarity to one that destroyed the Leithsville fire station in May 2012. In both cases, the brakes on heavy trucks failed as the vehicles were headed down Flint Hill toward the Leithsville fire station.

‘Large Sum of Marijuana Seized’ from Car, Police Say
Rollover Crash Closes Part of Rt. 412 in Lower Saucon
Tell Us: Is PA’s Law for Cleaning Snow, Ice Off Vehicles Tough Enough?
Production of ‘Prince and the Pauper’ to Benefit Allentown Rescue Mission