Emmaus Patch Facebook Friends Support Voter ID Ruling

Here's what people on the Emmaus Patch Facebook page are saying. What do you think?

Emmaus Patch Reacts to Voter ID Decision

Will this decision stick? Both sides had said they would appeal this ruling.

Upper Milford Artist to Hold 'Paint In' for Delegate

Kathleen D. Miller is having a well-known local artist paint portraits for donations at her barn in Upper Milford Thursday.

Shooting Staged at Parkland High School

Parkland High School in South Whitehall held a massive "active shooter" drill Wednesday along with local law enforcement to practice the response to a Columbine-like shooting tragedy.

Emmaus Council Wants Feedback on Community Pool

The Borough of Emmaus has created an 18-question online survey to capture feedback on Emmaus Community Pool.

Bill Hansell Named Lehigh County Executive

Lehigh County Commissioners appoint Bill Hansell -- who was South Whitehall’s first township manager -- to fill Don Cunningham's unexpired term, according to reports.

Tonight’s Emmaus Borough Council Meeting Canceled

The Aug. 6, 2012 meetings of Emmaus Borough Council and Council’s Budget and Finance Committee have been canceled.

Lehigh County Dems Make Pick for 134th State House Seat

John Reynard of Emmaus is the Lehigh County Democratic Committee’s choice to replace Patrick Slattery on the November ballot for the 134th state House seat.

Woman With Raft: I Never got IN Triangle Park Fountain

Emmaus resident Pam Schiaffo says she posed for a photo by the Triangle Park fountain on a hot summer afternoon, but never actually got into the fountain with the raft.

Emmaus Dem Answers Rumors About 134th State House Bid

Emmaus Borough Councilman Wesley Barrett says that he is flattered to be talked about as a potential Democratic contender in the 134th District, but calls those conversations "nothing more than rumor."

Emmaus Council Approves Appointments, Resignations

Numerous volunteer positions are filled at recent Emmaus Borough Council meeting.

Emmaus Borough Council Approves Shade Tree Ordinance

Ordinance Allows Shade Tree Commission to collect money from homeowners who do not wish to replace trees on their property after cutting them down.

Emmaus Borough Council: You Can’t Swim Here

Emmaus Borough Council discusses the need for stricter enforcement of the rules in Triangle Park, including regulations against cooling off in the fountain.

Upper Milford Supervisors say ‘Fracking’ law Must Go

In a 3-0 vote last night, the Upper Milford Board of Supervisors approved a resolution supporting the repeal of Act 13, a state law regulating oil and gas drilling.

Councilman Praised for Role in VFW Flagpole Dedication

Emmaus Borough Councilman Nathan Brown is praised by his peers at the July 16 borough council meeting for his involvement in a July 15 Emmaus VFW Post 7088 Flagpole dedication.

Supervisors Hope to Further Examine ‘Fracking’ Act Tonight

A representative of the state Department of Environmental Protection has been invited tonight’s meeting of the Upper Milford Township Board of Supervisors to discuss Act 13, a state law regulating oil and gas drilling.

Letter to 'Road Warrior' Prompts New Traffic Lights

Upper Milford Resident’s Letter to Morning Call columnist motivates Upper Milford Board of Supervisors to approve a new traffic light at the intersection of Chestnut Street and Ramer Road/Colebrook Avenue.

Upper Milford Supervisor Gives Colleagues Budget Homework

Robert Senter says the Upper Milford Board of Supervisors needs to start looking at the 2013 budget now and must start making financial plans for future township infrastructure.

Board of Supervisors Says ‘No’ to Sewer Project Exemption

The Upper Milford Board of Supervisors voted at its July 5 meeting to deny Ralph Christman’s request to opt out of the Vera Cruz Sewer Project.

State May Require Non-Profits to Disclose Exec Pay

State may increase scrutiny of agencies that get taxpayer money to provide services

Supervisors Table Decision on Vera Cruz Sewer Exemption

Ralph Christman, of 3311 Main Road East, is told to come back to the Upper Milford Board of Supervisors July 5 meeting for an answer on his request to opt out of the Vera Cruz sewer project.

New fee Structure Coming July 1 at Emmaus Community Pool

Emmaus Borough Council established a three-tier fee structure for the Emmaus Community Pool at Monday night’s Emmaus Borough Council meeting. That new fee rate card will take effect July 1.

Douglas Reichley Returns to Emmaus Patch Tonight

The Concerned East Penn Taxpayers Association invites the 134th district's former representative back to Emmaus to talk about a variety of political topics at tonight's CEPTA meeting.

Vera Cruz man Seeks Sewer Project Exemption

Ralph Christman, of Main Road East, asks Upper Milford Board of Supervisors at last week’s meeting, if he can opt out of Vera Cruz Sewer Project.

East Penn to Lose $160,000 to Hockey Arena Project

East Penn Board of School Directors finally learn how much they will lose in tax revenue to Allentown's controversial Neighborhood Improvement Zone.

Emmaus Patch Election Guide

The candidates, incumbents and issues that will be affecting Emmaus, Upper Milford and Lehigh County in November's election.

PA Has 30th Highest Rate of Injury Deaths in U.S.

PA joins states such as Texas and Iowa by making only half of 10 key safety indicators.

Countryside Blight Prompts Nuisance Law Request

Condition of certain properties in Upper Milford Township, including the Countryside Restaurant, causes resident to ask the Upper Milford Board of Supervisors to consider enacting a public nuisance ordinance.

A Call for 'Transparency' in Filling Top County Job

Lehigh County Commissioner Chair Brad Osborne said political influences should not drive the process of seeking a replacement for county Executive Don Cunningham, who is taking a new job.

L.V. Transportation Study to Hold Public Meetings

The Lehigh Valley Transportation Study will hold public meetings on Wednesday, June 6 at 10am.

Cunningham to Lead LVEDC, Details Vision

Lehigh County Executive and former Bethlehem Mayor Don Cunningham will take the reins of economic development corporation on July 9.

Upper Milford Farmers Market to be Open Memorial Day

Upper Milford Board of Supervisors agrees to allow weekend market to be open on holidays that fall on Mondays.

Upper Milford Turns Down High bid in Truck Auction

Upper Milford Township Board of Supervisors decides to keep Truck #5 for now.

Ask Legislators for 'Fair Funding' in Education Today

Education Voters Pennsylvania has issued a statewide call to action for Wednesday, May 23, encouraging voters to contact their legislators about education funding.

1803 House Seeks Additional Land

Friends of the 1803 House Society got permission from Emmaus Council to negotiate for additional land from Rodale.

Emmaus Council Chooses a new Food Vendor for Park

Borough will enter into a one-year contract with Kathie Bennie for the concessions stand at Emmaus Community Park.

Free Business Workshops at LCCC

U.S. Rep. Charlie Dent is hosting free workshops at Lehigh Carbon Community College May 21-25 on how to start your own business, get financing and do business with state and federal governments.

New Lawsuit Filed Over Allentown's NIZ

Upper Saucon and Catasauqua filed a class-action lawsuit against the state to prevent Allentown from diverting Lehigh Valley municipal taxes to pay for the city's new hockey arena.

Crib Tents Sold at Walmart Recalled

Infants and toddlers are at risk of serious injury or death in the Tots in Mind tents. The product is being recalled.

Child Safety Locks Deemed Unsafe

The Safety 1st toilet and cabinet locks were sold at Bed, Bath and Beyond, Burlington Coat Factory, Home Depot, Target and Walmart.