Saucon Valley Farmers Market
Opening day at the market is Sunday, May 3, 2026. The market is open every Sunday, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., through Nov. 22, 2026. In addition to over 25 […]
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Learn About Locally-Grown Food at Open-Gate Farm Tours
More than a dozen Northampton County farms will open this weekend for Penn State Extension's annual open-gate farm tours.
Great Allentown Fair Returning Under Coopersburg Native’s Leadership
For nearly 170 years, the Great Allentown Fair has been a community staple and major summer event for the city of Allentown and the entire Lehigh Valley. Under a new leader with a strong connection to the Southern Lehigh area, the fair's future also looks bright.Â
How Sweet It Is: DeSales Student Crowned ‘American Honey Queen’
A local college student is celebrating a sweet accomplishment made possible by her 'bee-lief' in herself and her interest in beekeeping.
Audio NRD Ep. 69: Buy Fresh Buy Local of the Greater Lehigh Valley
On Episode 69 of No Rain Date, we’re joined by Ellen Underwood, Marketing and Outreach Coordinator for Buy Fresh Buy Local of the Greater Lehigh Valley to discuss how the organization supports consumers who want to purchase locally-grown produce and other foods at an affordable price. A
Saucon Valley Farmers’ Market’s 15th Season Begins May 3
A milestone season for the Saucon Valley Farmers' Market in Hellertown will begin on Sunday, May 3. This year, volunteers and supporters of the local, producer-only weekly market will celebrate its 15th season, albeit in a way most never could have anticipated.
Owners of L. Saucon’s Old Well Farm Find ‘Gold’ With Goat’s Milk Soap
It's a product we all need but perhaps don't always think about a lot. The owners of Lower Saucon Township's Old Well Farm, however, are putting a lot of thought into soap, which is why they're succeeding at making it the old-fashioned way, using lye and milk from Nigerian Dwarf goats they raise.
Learn About Spotted Lanternfly at Free Local Seminar
If you're worried about a small bug that's been getting big publicity in our area lately you may want to attend a free seminar about it at Northampton Community College in Bethlehem Township on Friday, Nov. 9.
Borough Resident Wants Backyard Chickens, Council May Cry ‘Fowl’
A Hellertown borough resident who wants to raise backyard chickens made a case for updating the 1964 ordinance that regulates the keeping of animals Monday, but council members weren't quick to embrace the change she proposed.
Learn About Locally-Grown Food at Open-Gate Farm Tours
More than a dozen Northampton County farms will open this weekend for Penn State Extension's annual open-gate farm tours.
Great Allentown Fair Returning Under Coopersburg Native’s Leadership
For nearly 170 years, the Great Allentown Fair has been a community staple and major summer event for the city of Allentown and the entire Lehigh Valley. Under a new leader with a strong connection to the Southern Lehigh area, the fair's future also looks bright.Â
How Sweet It Is: DeSales Student Crowned ‘American Honey Queen’
A local college student is celebrating a sweet accomplishment made possible by her 'bee-lief' in herself and her interest in beekeeping.
Audio NRD Ep. 69: Buy Fresh Buy Local of the Greater Lehigh Valley
On Episode 69 of No Rain Date, we’re joined by Ellen Underwood, Marketing and Outreach Coordinator for Buy Fresh Buy Local of the Greater Lehigh Valley to discuss how the organization supports consumers who want to purchase locally-grown produce and other foods at an affordable price. A
Saucon Valley Farmers’ Market’s 15th Season Begins May 3
A milestone season for the Saucon Valley Farmers' Market in Hellertown will begin on Sunday, May 3. This year, volunteers and supporters of the local, producer-only weekly market will celebrate its 15th season, albeit in a way most never could have anticipated.
Owners of L. Saucon’s Old Well Farm Find ‘Gold’ With Goat’s Milk Soap
It's a product we all need but perhaps don't always think about a lot. The owners of Lower Saucon Township's Old Well Farm, however, are putting a lot of thought into soap, which is why they're succeeding at making it the old-fashioned way, using lye and milk from Nigerian Dwarf goats they raise.
Learn About Spotted Lanternfly at Free Local Seminar
If you're worried about a small bug that's been getting big publicity in our area lately you may want to attend a free seminar about it at Northampton Community College in Bethlehem Township on Friday, Nov. 9.
Borough Resident Wants Backyard Chickens, Council May Cry ‘Fowl’
A Hellertown borough resident who wants to raise backyard chickens made a case for updating the 1964 ordinance that regulates the keeping of animals Monday, but council members weren't quick to embrace the change she proposed.