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If you’re a local senior who’s looking to save some money on fresh, local produce this summer–and who isn’t–a government program may be available to help you do that.
The National Museum of Industrial History recently announced that volunteer Anne Evans was honored with a 2022 Northampton County Outstanding Seniors Award on June 2. Presented by the Advisory Council of the Northampton County Area Agency on Aging, the award honors individuals who have contributed their time and talents for the benefit of others in the community through outreach, personal action, inspiration, public service, sports/educational efforts and civic humanitarian endeavors.
Two teenagers were fortunate to escape a rollover accident on I-78 east in Lower Saucon Township with either minor injuries or no injuries at all, according to a news release from Pennsylvania State Police at Belfast.
Thanks to the generosity of local gardeners throughout the Lehigh Valley, Plant a Row Lehigh Valley has donated over 43,000 pounds of produce to food-insecure families and individuals in Lehigh and Northampton counties.
With public safety a concern for many Hellertown residents, it is no doubt welcome news that the borough’s police department will soon receive more than $117,000 for the purchase of new vehicles and equipment.
On May 26, Colonial Intermediate Unit 20 held its Special Education Graduation Ceremony at Colonial Academy in Wind Gap. The Intermediate Unit serves 13 school districts in Northampton and Monroe counties and operates three of its own schools.
A truck driver from Williamstown, Dauphin County, was cited after police say he lost control of his vehicle while driving on I-78 west in Lower Saucon Township last month.
Pennsylvania State Police tried to stop a car bearing a stolen registration plate on I-78 in Lower Saucon Township last week, but the driver of the vehicle eluded them as police pursued it in heavy rush hour traffic.
With the unofficial start of summer right around the corner more Lehigh Valley residents will be hitting the road, and the Pennsylvania State Police are reminding motorists that they will be there to ensure they are doing so responsibly.
As Pennsylvania’s primary election day rapidly approaches, officials are encouraging registered voters to make a plan to cast their ballots, whether that means voting in person, voting by mail or dropping off a completed ballot in a secure drop box.