Meet Melissa Heckman, Emmaus Moravian Church Secretary

An Emmaus native, Heckman enjoys working in the church in which she grew up.

Slattery Drops Out of Tonight's Debate in Emmaus

Democrat Slattery decides to skip debate organized by CEPTA

CEPTA Confirms Debate Will Happen Without Slattery

John Donches, President of the Concerned East Penn Taxpayers Association (CEPTA), says tonight’s CEPTA debate will happen as planned.

Obituary: Irvin S. Kulp, Sr.

Irvin S. Kulp, Sr., 74, of Old Zionsville, died April 15 in Lehigh Valley Hospital.

Slattery Hits Back Against Defamation Lawsuit

Democratic candidate Patrick Slattery says defamation lawsuit filed by Emmaus GOP activists is politically motivated

KNBT Robber Gets up to 70 Years in Prision

Issah Sampson sentenced by Lehigh County judge to serve 33 to 70 years in state prison for his role in December 2010 robbery at KNBT Bank in Emmaus.

Obituary: Anna E. Trittenbach, 92

Anna E. Trittenbach, 92, formerly of Emmaus, died April 14 in the Phoebe Home.

Several Stores, Restaurants Offer 'Tax Day' Freebies

Feeling the sting of tax day? Here are some sweet deals to help you get through.

EHS Students Learn Bikes can Make Planet, People Healthier

Retired teacher Bob Swaim shows off his collection of bikes to Emmaus High School students last week.

Emmaus man Arrested in Jeep Spare Tire Thefts

Emmaus Police arrest Emmaus man in relation to thefts of five Jeep tires and rims valued at $2500.

Dole Recalls Bagged Salad, Cites Salmonella Risk

756 bags of Dole Seven Lettuces salad are thought to be contaminated; bags were distributed in PA

This Week In East Penn: April 16 Through April 21

Here’s a Look at What’s Happening in East Penn School District This Week.

Latest Emmaus Bank Heist Fits One FBI Statistic

Like many bank robberies, last Thursday's crime at First Niagara happened between 9 and 11 a.m.

Role Reversal: Suddenly the Child Must 'Parent'

It’s a natural progression, a shift occurs causing us to become caregivers to the ones who raised us. But are we ever quite ready?

Best Places to get Sporting Goods in the Lehigh Valley

Here are the winners of our “Best Places to get Sporting Goods” polls from Patches across the Lehigh Valley. Get your game on.

Where can you get the Best French Fries in Emmaus Patch?

Tell us where you can find the Best French fries in Emmaus Patch in this week's Readers’ Choice poll.

Staples Offers Free Electronics Recycling

Emmaus Patch readers can unload unwanted electronics at the Staples at South Mall for free.

'12 Days of Robotics' Kicks off Today

Emmaus High School Junior Chrissy Cilento has been drummming up interest in "12 Days of Robotics" at EHS through Facebook and other means.

Quiz: How Much Titanic Trivia Do You Know?

Test your knowledge of Titanic trivia with our 100th anniversary quiz.

Should Parents and Teachers be Facebook Friends?

Even if the parent and teacher were friends before, the online connection via Facebook could be mistaken as an attempt to curry favor.

First Niagara Robbery is No. 7 for Emmaus

There have been seven bank robberies in the Borough of Emmaus in the past 21 months, according to Emmaus Patch reports.

Schuylkill Valley Sporting Goods Wins Readers' Choice

Emmaus readers like shopping at Schuylkill Valley Sporting Goods

EHS German Students win Competition at Penn State

Emmaus High School students participated in four events in German competition at Penn State earlier this week.

Patch Reader Praises Mountains of Hope Founder Sue Brown

Emmaus Patch reader wants to help spread the word about Mountains of Hope project in Equador.

Cast, Crew Think About Life After 'Guys and Dolls'

The Curtain on the Emmaus High School production of "Guys and Dolls" will rise again tonight, but tomorrow the lights dim for good.

Obituary: Virginia Lisk Rems, 77

Virginia Lisk Rems, 77, of Macungie, died April 12, 2012.

First Niagara Reported Robbed - Again

Police respond to report of 11 a.m. armed robbery at First Niagara Bank

Emmaus Public Library Loans 'Most Challenged' Books

American Library Association releases annual report on most frequently challenged library books.

Last Chance: Not Many Tickets Left for 'Guys and Dolls'

The Emmaus High School production of “Guys and Dolls” ends Saturday.

Last Chance: Apply for Primary Absentee Ballots Today

Voters who need an absentee ballot for the April 24 Primary Election have until 5 p.m. today to apply.

Tomorrow is Tax Day!

Normally due on April 15, this year Tax Day was pushed off two extra days for several reasons.

Guys and Dolls Opens Tonight!

The Road to Opening Night: Step Four, The Curtain Rises, but in a few days the lights dim for good.

Meet Sue Brown, Director of Education, Mountains of Hope

As co-founder and director of education for Mountains of Hope, Brown hopes to make a difference in the world and is learning a little something about herself along the way.

Mom, are you the Easter Bunny?

As parents, we want our children to live in a world of dreams and make-believe. But at what point is it time for them to know the truth?

Patch 101: Follow These Steps to Add Calendar Events

Want to promote your yard sale or invite the community to the church choir concert? Add it to the calendar.

Obituary: Julius L. Pandl, 73

Julius L. Pandl, 73, of Allentown, died April 8, 2012 in the Phoebe Home.

Furniture Stolen from Upper Milford Home

Thief breaks into basement, police say.

Driver Badly Hurt in Failed Upper Milford Suicide Attempt

Mental health evaluation ordered for Allentown-area driver, police say.

This Week in East Penn: April 9 through April 14

Here's a Look at What's Happening in East Penn School District This Week.

What's the Best Place in our Area to buy Sporting Goods?

Vote for your top place to buy sporting goods in and around Emmaus Patch in this week's Readers’ Choice poll.