Mayor Dismayed by Amount of Dog Waste Left on Rail Trail
Do you scoop your dog's poop when you go for a walk together on the Saucon Rail Trail in Hellertown? If not, the mayor is asking that you do so, for the benefit of everyone who uses the trail.
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Audio No Rain Date, Ep. 3: Gluten-Free Tips, Pool Baskets, Rail Trail Update
In this episode we highlight the local news headlines for the week ending Dec. 11, 2019. Episode 3 also includes an interview with local gluten-free blogger Angela Drake, who shares timely tips for holiday entertaining; the latest from Hellertown Historical Society president Stacie Torkos, who talks about the HHS's Pool Basket fundraiser; and a conversation with Saucon Valley Bikes owner, Saucon Rail Trail volunteer and small business champion Steve LaBrake.
Project Keep Hellertown Warm Helps Those in Need, No Questions Asked
A Saucon Source initiative to help individuals and families who are without the funds to purchase warm winter hats, gloves and other accessories will continue this year.
Train Station Sign Replicas Will Soon Adorn Saucon Rail Trail
Train buffs may lament the fact that there is no longer active passenger service in the area, but the history of the passenger railroads that once served the Lehigh Valley is being well-preserved along repurposed former routes such as the Saucon Rail Trail.
Hellertown’s Saucon Valley Bikes Celebrating 20 Years in Business
One of Hellertown's landmark Main Street businesses is celebrating a special anniversary in a big way. Saucon Valley Bikes, which owner Steve LaBrake opened in September 1999, is marking its 20th anniversary with specials all month long and a raffle to win the most popular bicycle it sells.
Trails Transforming Communities Like Hellertown, State Official Says
The power of trails to transform communities by turning them into more attractive places to live was acknowledged as part of the launch of a new initiative called the Lehigh Valley Green Retail Program at Saucon Valley Bikes in Hellertown Tuesday.
Ground Broken on Upper Bucks Rail Trail, Which Will Connect to SRT
The Bucks County Commissioners and the Bucks County Planning Commission along with other officials broke ground for the long-anticipated Upper Bucks Rail Trail Wednesday outside Richland Township Fire & Rescue near Rt. 309 north of Quakertown.
Bike Ride With the Police Brings Kids, Cops Together for Fun (Photos)
It's been a week filled with community engagement for the Hellertown and Lower Saucon police departments. On the heels of a successful National Night Out celebration in the borough's Dimmick Park Tuesday night, officers from the adjacent departments participated in a community Bike Ride With the Police on the Saucon Rail Trail Thursday evening.
2 August Events Will Bring Police Departments, Community Together
Two community events scheduled to be held in early August will bring the Hellertown and Lower Saucon Township police departments as well as other local first responders together with the residents they serve and protect.
Saucon Rail Trail Robber Sentenced to Time Served
An 18-year-old Bethlehem man who participated in a robbery on the Saucon Rail Trail in Hellertown one night last fall was sentenced Friday to time served to 23 months in county prison plus three years of probation.
Audio No Rain Date, Ep. 3: Gluten-Free Tips, Pool Baskets, Rail Trail Update
In this episode we highlight the local news headlines for the week ending Dec. 11, 2019. Episode 3 also includes an interview with local gluten-free blogger Angela Drake, who shares timely tips for holiday entertaining; the latest from Hellertown Historical Society president Stacie Torkos, who talks about the HHS's Pool Basket fundraiser; and a conversation with Saucon Valley Bikes owner, Saucon Rail Trail volunteer and small business champion Steve LaBrake.
Project Keep Hellertown Warm Helps Those in Need, No Questions Asked
A Saucon Source initiative to help individuals and families who are without the funds to purchase warm winter hats, gloves and other accessories will continue this year.
Train Station Sign Replicas Will Soon Adorn Saucon Rail Trail
Train buffs may lament the fact that there is no longer active passenger service in the area, but the history of the passenger railroads that once served the Lehigh Valley is being well-preserved along repurposed former routes such as the Saucon Rail Trail.
Hellertown’s Saucon Valley Bikes Celebrating 20 Years in Business
One of Hellertown's landmark Main Street businesses is celebrating a special anniversary in a big way. Saucon Valley Bikes, which owner Steve LaBrake opened in September 1999, is marking its 20th anniversary with specials all month long and a raffle to win the most popular bicycle it sells.
Trails Transforming Communities Like Hellertown, State Official Says
The power of trails to transform communities by turning them into more attractive places to live was acknowledged as part of the launch of a new initiative called the Lehigh Valley Green Retail Program at Saucon Valley Bikes in Hellertown Tuesday.
Ground Broken on Upper Bucks Rail Trail, Which Will Connect to SRT
The Bucks County Commissioners and the Bucks County Planning Commission along with other officials broke ground for the long-anticipated Upper Bucks Rail Trail Wednesday outside Richland Township Fire & Rescue near Rt. 309 north of Quakertown.
Bike Ride With the Police Brings Kids, Cops Together for Fun (Photos)
It's been a week filled with community engagement for the Hellertown and Lower Saucon police departments. On the heels of a successful National Night Out celebration in the borough's Dimmick Park Tuesday night, officers from the adjacent departments participated in a community Bike Ride With the Police on the Saucon Rail Trail Thursday evening.
2 August Events Will Bring Police Departments, Community Together
Two community events scheduled to be held in early August will bring the Hellertown and Lower Saucon Township police departments as well as other local first responders together with the residents they serve and protect.
Saucon Rail Trail Robber Sentenced to Time Served
An 18-year-old Bethlehem man who participated in a robbery on the Saucon Rail Trail in Hellertown one night last fall was sentenced Friday to time served to 23 months in county prison plus three years of probation.