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School Board Member to Parents Who Complained of Bigotry: ‘It’s Your Problem’

A Saucon Valley School Board member's comments to parents who say their minority children have been bullied by white students in school for years stunned many audience members at the board's meeting Tuesday night.

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New Saucon Valley Boys Head Soccer Coach Appointed

Saucon Valley officially welcomed Timothy Houghton as its new Boys Head Soccer Coach after he was approved to replace Mel Moyer at the school board meeting.

Paving Project Will Mean Some Single-Lane Travel on Busy L. Saucon Roads

A road resurfacing project that is scheduled to start Monday, April 3 will mean single-lane travel at times along sections of a major east-west Lower Saucon Township thoroughfare through at least the end of April.

Large Dog Found on Sunderland Drive, Police Say

Lower Saucon Township Police are seeking the owner of a large white and black dog found on Sunderland Drive Monday.

Annual Father-Son Cub Scout Pack 319 Cake Bake at First UCC (Photos)

The annual Father-Son Cake Bake for Cub Scout Pack 319 was held Friday, March 24 at First United Church of Christ in Hellertown.

Committee Will Recommend Ban on Potentially ‘Unwelcoming’ Signs, Symbols to School Board

A special committee made up of Saucon Valley parents, teachers, police, clergy, administrators, community members and students will present a draft plan--the Saucon Valley School District Equity Plan--that includes recommendations to help promote tolerance, ease racial tension and encourage diversity in schools to the school board Tuesday, March 28 at their meeting at 7:30 p.m. in the high school Audion room.

Proposal to Form Gay Straight Alliance Club on SV School Board Agenda

A proposal to form a new Gay Straight Alliance Club at Saucon Valley Middle School beginning this year is listed among items recommended for approval under the Personnel section of the March 28 Saucon Valley School Board agenda posted on the district's website.

‘Charming’ Hellertown Boutique Specializes in Home Decor, Jewelry, Candles & More

Charming Grace Boutique at 1053 Main St., Hellertown, sells a variety of home décor, jewelry, scarves, tops, beauty products and candles.

Who Are the Saucon Valley School Board Candidates?

This story contains links to individual statements submitted by seven of the eight Saucon Valley School Board candidates.

Spiritual Burnout is More Than Just Having Too Much on Your Plate: Spiritual Corner With Amy

We must realize that downs are part of the spiritual journey. And although they don't feel wonderful, they help teach us how much gratitude we can have when things are up.