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Interested persons should submit a letter of interest and resume outlining their qualifications to Cathy Hartranft, Borough Manager, Borough of Hellertown, by March 2.
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Council Approves Lifting Park Alcohol Ban on Select Summer Dates
On Monday, Hellertown Borough Council voted 5-1 to approve a temporary lifting of the Dimmick Park alcohol ban during free concerts in the park this summer.
New Hellertown Restaurant Needs Valet Parking, Owner Says
The owner of a soon-to-open upscale American restaurant on Main Street in Hellertown addressed borough council Monday about parking concerns at her business.
2017 Trick-or-Treat Dates Discussed in Hellertown
Although it's almost nine months away, the often divisive topic of Trick-or-Treat's timing was a hot one at Hellertown Borough Council's meeting Monday night.
Citing Impractical Location, Council Grants Sidewalk Waiver to Home Seller
A Hellertown home seller was issued a reprieve when borough council unanimously voted to grant him a waiver for the installation of sidewalks on two sides of his corner property at Easton Road and Cherry Lane Monday night.
Hellertown Police Chief Recommends Contract With Second Tow Truck Operator
Kichline's Garage in Hellertown has been the de facto tow company for police-impounded and disabled vehicles in the borough for longer than most can remember--but that could change, following a discussion by borough council Monday evening.
Fall Festival in Hellertown’s Dimmick Park Would Benefit Local Youth Sports
A Halloween weekend festival/fundraiser proposed for Hellertown's Dimmick Park would feature food, wine tasting, locally-brewed beer and entertainment, and raise thousands of dollars for local youth sports organizations through ticket sales and sponsorships if it ultimately receives approval from borough council and a required special events liquor license.
Borough’s Junked/Abandoned Vehicle Ordinance Could Be Strengthened
Hellertown Borough Council members discussed possible changes to the borough's junked and abandoned vehicle ordinance at their meeting Monday, with council ultimately agreeing to consider trying to toughen the ordinance.
Fix Water Street Corridor to Improve Walkability in Hellertown, Report Recommends
Borough resident and geographer Michael Sutherland told Hellertown council one change that would immediately improve walkability in town would be the installation of ramps at the intersection of Harwi and W. Water streets, which is located in between the Main Street corridor and the Saucon Rail Trail/Water Street Park. The recommendation is included in his A Plan for People: Walking and Biking in Saucon Valley.
Hellertown Police Corporal Promoted to Sergeant
Hellertown Police Cpl. Jeff Johnston was promoted to sergeant during a swearing in ceremony at borough council's meeting Monday night--and he had his own cheering section in the audience.
Council Approves Lifting Park Alcohol Ban on Select Summer Dates
On Monday, Hellertown Borough Council voted 5-1 to approve a temporary lifting of the Dimmick Park alcohol ban during free concerts in the park this summer.
New Hellertown Restaurant Needs Valet Parking, Owner Says
The owner of a soon-to-open upscale American restaurant on Main Street in Hellertown addressed borough council Monday about parking concerns at her business.
2017 Trick-or-Treat Dates Discussed in Hellertown
Although it's almost nine months away, the often divisive topic of Trick-or-Treat's timing was a hot one at Hellertown Borough Council's meeting Monday night.
Citing Impractical Location, Council Grants Sidewalk Waiver to Home Seller
A Hellertown home seller was issued a reprieve when borough council unanimously voted to grant him a waiver for the installation of sidewalks on two sides of his corner property at Easton Road and Cherry Lane Monday night.
Hellertown Police Chief Recommends Contract With Second Tow Truck Operator
Kichline's Garage in Hellertown has been the de facto tow company for police-impounded and disabled vehicles in the borough for longer than most can remember--but that could change, following a discussion by borough council Monday evening.
Fall Festival in Hellertown’s Dimmick Park Would Benefit Local Youth Sports
A Halloween weekend festival/fundraiser proposed for Hellertown's Dimmick Park would feature food, wine tasting, locally-brewed beer and entertainment, and raise thousands of dollars for local youth sports organizations through ticket sales and sponsorships if it ultimately receives approval from borough council and a required special events liquor license.
Borough’s Junked/Abandoned Vehicle Ordinance Could Be Strengthened
Hellertown Borough Council members discussed possible changes to the borough's junked and abandoned vehicle ordinance at their meeting Monday, with council ultimately agreeing to consider trying to toughen the ordinance.
Fix Water Street Corridor to Improve Walkability in Hellertown, Report Recommends
Borough resident and geographer Michael Sutherland told Hellertown council one change that would immediately improve walkability in town would be the installation of ramps at the intersection of Harwi and W. Water streets, which is located in between the Main Street corridor and the Saucon Rail Trail/Water Street Park. The recommendation is included in his A Plan for People: Walking and Biking in Saucon Valley.
Hellertown Police Corporal Promoted to Sergeant
Hellertown Police Cpl. Jeff Johnston was promoted to sergeant during a swearing in ceremony at borough council's meeting Monday night--and he had his own cheering section in the audience.