Rudy Giuliani and Jon Voight Will Campaign for Romney in Bethlehem Today

A last-minute campaign sweep across eastern Pennsylvania by two high-profile GOP members will include a stop in Bethlehem Monday afternoon.

'Beginning to Get Back to Normal' After Sandy

Bethlehem Area Schools to reopen today on regular schedule. More than 100 homes still lacking electricity. Mayor Callahan was among the last to have his power restored.

5 Things To Know About Pa. Election Day

Is Pennsylvania still up for grabs in the presidential election?

AG: Warning, Tips for Home Owners in Wake of Hurricane Sandy

AG advises getting a written contract for any home repair costing more than $500 as Pennsylvanians recover from Hurricane Sandy

Bethlehem Not Quite Past Sandy's Ravages

City turns its attention to seniors as hundreds of households in Bethlehem still lacked electricity on Friday night. City Compost Center open extra hours this weekend for cleanup.

The Man Who Wins Lehigh Valley Will Win Pa.

The Lehigh Valley is a great predictor of how Pennsylvania will vote in presidential elections.

Bethlehem Patch Election Results 2012

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Romney Will Campaign in Bucks County Sunday Nov. 4

The Morning Call reported Thursday night that Mitt Romney is planning a visit to the Lower Makefield farm on Sunday.

Do I Need Photo ID To Vote?

Poll workers may ask you for a valid photo ID but you are not required to present photo ID to vote in this election in Pennsylvania

What Time Are the Polls Open to Vote?

Polls will be open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. for voting Tuesday, Nov. 6 in Pennsylvania.

Poll: Obama's Pa. Lead Drops from 9 to 4 Points

An October poll by Franklin and Marshall shows President Obama maintaining a small lead among likely voters in Pennsylvania

Romney 'Coal' Ad Will Start Airing in Pa.

Gov. Mitt Romney is making a last-minute play to win Pennsylvania with TV ads focusing on the coal industry

Bethlehem Begins Recovery from Superstorm Sandy

Street crews remove trees that blocked 100 streets across the city, but 25,000 homes, half the city's traffic lights and 16 public schools still had no electricity in wake of Sandy.

Pa. Extends Absentee Ballot Application Deadline

Because many county courthouses closed in the face of the storm, the deadline for handing in absentee ballot applications will be extended by one day in Pennsylvania.

Farm Preservation at All-Time High in Northampton County

Northampton County expects to purchase the development rights of 30 farms with 2012 funds.

Cows Don’t Go to School (and Other Reasons to Preserve Farms)

Lehigh, Northampton counties are stepping up farm preservation and Lehigh County is growing new farmers.

Outdated Tax Code Holding Back Economy, Toomey Says

U.S. Sen. Pat Toomey says it is time to rebuild the outdated federal tax code

Should Romney Buy TV Ads in Pennsylvania Now?

The Romney and Obama campaigns haven't spent much money in Pennsylvania so far but there's speculation that might soon change

Charlie Dent No Longer Listed as "Vulnerable"

Four-term Republican U.S. Rep. Charlie Dent looks likely to keep his 15th District seat come Nov. 6.

Election Doomsday Scenario: What If One Candidate Wins Popular Vote and the Other Wins Electoral Vote?

Our deeply divided and sharply polarized nation might witness the second Electoral College misfire in the last four presidential elections–misfire defined here as awarding the presidency to the candidate who lost the popular vote.

What Do Latest Pa. Obama-Romney Polls Say?

Three polls out Tuesday show Obama with better numbers in Pennsylvania than he had a week ago

Survey: Pa. Dems More Unified on Outcome of Monday's Debate

A Patch flash survey of political activists in Pennsylvania shows differing takes on the impact of the final presidential debate

135th State House Race: Samuelson, Barreto Meet on PBS39

Discussion between eight-term incumbent Democrat Samuelson and relative newcomer Republican Barreto airs at 8:30 tonight.

Pa. Senate Race: Did Casey Help Smith with 'Tea Party' Ads?

U.S. Sen. Bob Casey, left, may have helped Republican Tom Smith gain needed name recognition, resulting in a more competitive race

138th House Race: Hahn, Altieri Debate Issues on PBS39 Tonight

Candidates for 138th state House differ on job creation and education funding. Taped discussion will air on PBS39 at 8:30 p.m.

Streets Across Bethlehem Closed for Half-Marathon

Runner's World Half Marathon will shut down North and South Side streets, Fahy Bridge, during morning hours.

Teen Sexting Could Be Outlawed in Pa.

Teens in Pennsylvania could face fines for using their cell phones to send explicit photos

Wegmans Sold $2 Million Powerball Ticket

Ticket holder got five numbers right -- but not the Powerball -- in Wednesday drawing.

Last 2012 Presidential Debate is Tonight at 9 p.m.

Foreign policy will be the topic of the third and final 2012 presidential debate

Pa. Politicos Split on Who Won Second Presidential Debate

Patch flash surveys of GOP and Democratic activists in Pennsylvania show diverging views of Tuesday's presidential debate

Dent, Daugherty Differ on Jobs, Health Care

In live television debate, incumbent Congressman Charlie Dent and challenger Rick Daugherty trade blows on Obamacare and job creation.

Pa. Marcellus Shale Fee Generates $204 Million

Local governments will soon start receiving their share of Pennsylvania's impact fee on gas drilling

Who Won the Obama-Romney Presidential Debate?

Tell us what you think of the second presidential debate.

Latest Polls Show Obama's Pa. Lead Slipping

President Obama's once significant lead over Gov. Mitt Romney in the Keystone State has slipped, according to the latest polls

Next Presidential Debate Scheduled Tonight

The second presidential debate between President Barack Obama and Republican challenger Mitt Romney is at 9 p.m.

Dent, Daugherty to Debate Live on PBS39 Tonight

Candidates in the 15th Congressional District will square off live from PBS39's studios at 8 p.m.

Driver's License Centers Closed Nov. 5 in Wake of Voter ID Ruling

PennDOT had planned to open its driver's license centers the day before Election Day but the centers will be closed Nov. 5 since the state's Voter ID law has been put on hold.

Casey-Smith Senate Race Tightens

Polls show the race between U.S. Sen. Bob Casey and challenger Tom Smith has tightened

Expect Delays on Wyandotte St, Rt 22, Rt 512

Motorists can expect delays when driving on Wyandotte Street south of Five Points, Route 22 in Bethlehem Township and Route 512 north of Bethlehem during daytime hours.

Valley Saw Last-Minute Surge in Voter Registration

Both Northampton and Lehigh counties will have more registered voters in the 2012 presidential election than they had in 2008. Democrats hold substantial edge in both counties.