Alleged Dog Rapist's Preliminary Hearing Postponed

Defense attorney says further investigation is needed into alleged rape of Shih Tzu at Allentown home in October.

Bicycling Bandit Blamed in Bethlehem Robberies

A man who police say robbed stores and fled by bicycle is being charged with more crimes in both Lehigh and Northampton counties, including two stickups in Bethlehem.

One Suspect Spat at Cop, Other Ate Marijuana, Police Say

Men in car stopped for bad headlight racked up additional charges when they resisted police, court papers say.

Police: Hellertown Man Threw Rocks at Bouncer

According to court records, Robert Marcantoni got drunk, got abusive and got violent with Molly's employees before he resisted arrest.

OMG PD: Man Threatens Wife in Front of Detective

Whitehall man was at police station to help wife report her kidnap and rape at the Sands, but the truth was very different, Bethlehem police say.

School Board Ponders Nitschmann's Future

The Bethlehem Area School Board is expected to decide in February whether it wants to build a new Nitschmann Middle School or renovate the 90-year-old building a third time.

Bethlehem Councilman Reynolds to Run for Mayor

J. William Reynolds says on Facebook that he will announce run for mayor on Tuesday. Campaign website already up and running.

Who's Hiring: Granola Factory, Keystone Pub

Looking for a job? These businesses in the Bethlehem area are hiring.

Owners Looking for Missing Yorkshire Terrier

Diesel was last seen on Livingston Street in Bethlehem and needs his medicine, according to a Craigslist post.

Lehigh Star to Miss 8-10 Weeks with Broken Foot

Mountain Hawks' star guard C.J. McCollum has a broken foot and may not return to action this season.

Lehigh Star McCollum Injured in Loss to VCU

Lehigh University's star senior guard C.J. McCollum, the nation's leading scorer, may have broken foot in 59-55 loss. More testing needed for diagnosis, coach says.

Update: Driver in Fatal Stefko Crash is Identified

Driver in one-vehicle crash on Stefko Boulevard was dead at the scene, passenger hospitalized, police say.

Lehigh Mountain Hawks on National TV Tonight

Led by C.J. McCollum, the Lehigh men's basketball team plays at Virginia Commonwealth on the NBC Sports Network at 5 p.m.

NFL Playoffs: TV Schedule

It's playoff time for the 2012 NFL season and we have the TV schedule so you can catch the action

Weis Markets Announces 90-Day Price Freeze

More than 2,000 items have been discounted, Weis Markets said.

Gas Leak Restricts Traffic on Broadway

UGI on scene to repair gas line leak in Fountain Hill. Traffic restrictions expected to remain in effect into the evening.

State Revenue from Slot Machines Grew in 2012

Sands Casino Resort Bethlehem saw a 7.6 percent increase in slots revenue for the year, while casinos across the state increased revenue by 2.7 percent.

Police: Man Pointed Gun Outside Downtown Club

Hector Manuel Padilla, 22, of Allentown, is accused of pulling gun during argument outside of 40 Below, early Saturday morning.

Center for Animal Health & Welfare Marks 100 Years

In Easton gallery exhibit, former SPCA celebrates anniversary while showing challenges of caring for abandoned animals.

96-Year-Old Bethlehem Man Hit by Car, Dies

Joseph Dabrowski, a carpenter who lived on Main Street, survived capture by Germans during World War II.

Police: Roulette Dealer Illegally Pocketed $600

Sands Casino dealer is accused of stealing buy-in money for Sunday morning roulette game.

$60 Billion In Sandy Recovery Aid Shelved by Congress

Frank Lautenberg, Chris Smith and other New Jersey-area congressman rip Congressional leadership for failing to pass the bill

'Les Miserables' Makes Case for Complexity

Our polarized country could learn from 'Les Miserables.'

Donation Drive Today for New Year's Eve Fire Victims

Emmaus Fire Department spearheads community effort to help two families left homeless following a Sunday night fire on Main Street in Emmaus.

Drunk City Woman Grabbed Cop's Groin, Police Say

Drunk and "out-of-control" woman is accused of assaulting her mother and sister before she turned violent on Bethlehem police officers.

Five Bethlehem Stories to Watch in 2013

In 2013, a new mayor will be elected, the municipal garbage debate will resume and the Lehigh Mountain Hawks will again make national sports news.

Dumb, Drunk and Disorderly: Best (or Worst) of New Year's Police Blotter

Bethlehem police had to deal with a lot of drunks and some bizarre behavior on New Year's Eve

Boscola Reappointed Chair of Consumer Protection Committee

State Sen. Lisa Boscola will remain Democratic chairwoman of Consumer Protection Committee.

Jewelry Store Robbery Began with Bethlehem Home Invasion

Police are searching for three armed men following a home invasion and jewelry store robbery Friday.

Bethlehem's Top Ten Stories of 2012

The massive superstorm that devastated the Northeast and left parts of Bethlehem without power for a week tops our list of biggest stories of 2012.

Police: SouthSide Woman Hit Girl with Metal Hanger

At SouthSide boarding house, woman accused girl of stealing her daughter's coats, then allegedly hit her in the face with a metal clothes hanger, police say.

Theft at Best Buy Leads to Felony Charge

Easton man accused of retail theft turns himself in after police trace his getaway car to his girlfriend.

Bethlehem Police Look for Candy Thief

Same gray-haired man in his 50s is suspected of stealing or trying to steal candy bars from two different Wawa stores in the past week.

2013 Big Year for Hockey Arena Construction

After a lawsuit over suburban taxes slowed the Phantoms Hockey Arena project in 2012, the construction is back on for a 2014 opening.

Assault Weapons Ban? Here’s Where Lehigh Valley Lawmakers Stand

U.S. Sen. Bob Casey has change of heart, backs ban, as does Representative-Elect Cartwright.

What Would You Improve in Bethlehem in 2013?

If you could make a New Year's resolution for Bethlehem what would it be?

Woman's Burning Body Found in Salisbury Township

20-to-40 year old woman's body was found Thursday morning near the Unami Fish and Game Club, according to police. Identity not released. Autopsy is scheduled today.

NCC Offers Ice Fishing Class for Children

Children in grades 6 through 10 are eligible to participate in Northampton Community College ice fishing class.

Dick Clark Made My Father's Dream Come True

A Lehigh Valley man performed a song on 'American Bandstand' in November 1960.

American Idol Champion McCreery Coming to Sands

Scotty McCreery, the winner of the 10th season of American Idol, will perform at the Sands Bethlehem Event Center on Valentine's Day. Tickets go on sale Friday.