2 Deer Strikes Reported on I-78 in Lower Saucon

Pennsylvania State Police at Belfast said two motorists struck deer in separate incidents on I-78 in Lower Saucon Township early Tuesday.

Man Tried to Sell Driveway Sealant Without a Peddler's Permit: Police

A Breinigsville man was cited for a borough soliciting ordinance violation and for littering after police say he attempted to sell leftover driveway sealant in the 1500 block of Clauser Street.

3 Cars Keyed Near E. High Street and First Avenue, Police Say

Hellertown Police say they are investigating the keying of three cars near E. High Street and First Avenue as a case of criminal mischief.

Accused Meth Lab Operators Agree to Plea Bargains

Five people accused of operating a meth lab out of a home in the 100 block of Main Street, Hellertown, appeared in Northampton County Court Monday to agree to guilty plea deals, according to published reports.

Driver Crashed Into Crosswalk Button Post, Police Say

A New Hope woman was cited for allegedly driving too fast for conditions after police said she slid into a crosswalk button post while trying to enter the Creekside Marketplace shopping center parking lot Oct. 7.

Woman Cited Following I-78 Rear-End Crash, Police Say

A Nazareth area woman was cited for 'Driving Vehicle at Safe Speed' after allegedly causing a rear-end accident on I-78 eastbound near mile marker 71 in Lower Saucon Township.

Tenant's Boyfriend Hit Landlord in Face, Police Say

A man who was allegedly angry that his girlfriend's security deposit wasn't returned when he requested it hit her landlord in the face before fleeing with her, according to police.

Man Lied to Avoid Arrest on Warrants, But Had None, Police Say

A Lower Saucon Township man gave officers a false name following a traffic stop in July because he thought he was wanted on warrants, but that wasn't the case, township police said in a news release.

Driver Slid Through Intersection, Struck Other Car, Police Say

Lower Saucon Township Police say John T. Brogle, of the 4000 block of Huckleberry Drive, Center Valley, caused an accident when he allegedly drove through a stop sign at the intersection of Bingen and Saucon Valley roads.

Meth Lab Uncovered on Railroad Lane, Police Say

Lower Saucon Township Police announced late Friday that a suspected meth lab was uncovered and three people arrested early Friday at a home in the 1700 block of Railroad Lane.

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$3,000 in Copper Stolen from Williams Cell Tower, Police Say

Approximately $3,000 in copper plates and ground wire was stolen from a Williams Township cell phone tower sometime between July 18 and Wednesday, according to state police at Belfast.

L. Saucon Police Say Pair Are Peddling Without a Permit

Lower Saucon Township Police said Thursday that a man and woman—both described as white—have been attempting to sell books door-to-door in the township without a permit, which is required by ordinance.

Drunken Driver Fell Asleep While Waiting for Traffic Light, Police Say

An Allentown man was charged with DUI after he allegedly fell asleep while waiting for a traffic light at a busy Lower Saucon Township intersection to turn green.

Man Who Tied Dog to Vet's Door Fined $750

A Bethlehem man who tied a dog that later died to the door at North Saucon Animal Hospital in Lower Saucon Township has admitted to the offense in district court.

Police Will Help Direct Traffic on Rt. 412 Starting Monday

Hellertown Police Chief Robert Shupp announced Monday that borough and Bethlehem police officers will help direct traffic during rush hour at intersections near the I-78 interchange beginning Oct. 14.

Give Hellertown Police Radar to Help 'Bust' Speeders [Letter]

Lee Weidner of Hellertown says speeding remains a serious problem on Main Street in the borough.

Sections of Fence Damaged in Hit-and-Run, Police Say

Three sections of fence in the 2000 block of Springtown Hill Road were damaged in a hit-and-run accident Monday, according to Lower Saucon Township Police.

'Racially Offensive Statement' Sparked School Bus Fight, Police Say

Lower Saucon Township Police say a fight between two Saucon Valley High School students began when one yelled a 'racially offensive statement' out the window of a vo-tech school bus on a dare.

Harley Stolen from 3000 Block of Flint Hill Road: Police

Lower Saucon Township Police say they are investigating the theft of a Harley-Davidson motorcycle from the 3000 block of Flint Hill Road.

Man Fled from Officers, Drove into Boulder, Police Say

A Bethlehem man was charged with DUI, fleeing and eluding and a number of traffic violations after police said he led them on a chase down Main Street in Hellertown that ended when he struck a boulder at the roadside.

Coroner Seeks Next of Kin of Carlos Diaz

The Lehigh Coroner is seeking next of kin of an Allentown man found dead Friday.

Woman Let Grandson, 3, Wander Park Alone, Police Say

A Hellertown woman was charged with endangering the welfare of a child after police said they received calls from residents concerned about a boy wandering alone in the borough's Dimmick Park.

Broken A/C Unit Stolen from Country Club, Police Say

A broken rooftop air conditioning unit that was sitting behind Silver Creek Country Club was found to have been stolen when staff went to remove it Sept. 28, according to police.

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Man Caused Accident When He Retrieved Cigarette, Police Say

Lower Saucon Township Police say a Perkasie man caused an accident on Route 378 in Lower Saucon Township when he retrieved a cigarette he dropped while driving.

Another Unlocked Vehicle Entered, Change Stolen: Police

Lower Saucon Township Police reported Tuesday that an unlocked vehicle was entered in the 1500 block of Glenwood Drive sometime between Sept. 27 and Sept. 30.

U.S. Sen. Bob Casey Heard Gunshots Outside Capitol

U.S. Sen. Bob Casey heard 'a popping noise' as someone fired shots near the U.S. Capitol on Thursday afternoon.

Former Employee Stole $31,000 from Adams Plumbing, Police Say

Hellertown police say a former Adams Plumbing employee stole more than $31,000 from the business by taking out loans in her employer's name and using the company credit card.

Man to Be Cited Following Crash at Bingen, Black River Roads: Police

Lower Saucon Township Police say Theodore Schlie of the township will be cited for allegedly causing an accident at the intersection of Bingen and Black River roads.

Nurse Was Under Influence of Pills When She Drove, Police Say

A nurse at a Lower Saucon Township nursing and rehabilitation center has been charged with DUI-Controlled Substances, police said.

Hellertown Police Investigating Recent Hit-and-Run Accidents

Hellertown Police said Tuesday that they are investigating two recent hit-and-run accidents in the borough.

New Leithsville Fire Station Takes Shape

The former Leithsville station in Lower Saucon Township was destroyed in the fire that ensued after a runaway dump truck struck it in May 2012.

Man Charged in Willow Road Assault, Police Say

A Bethlehem man has been charged with simple assault, disorderly conduct and harassment in connection with a fight in the 500 block of Willow Road.

'Breaking Bad' is Over, But Meth's Story Continues in Area

As Bethlehem's Greenleaf Street explosion case ended in court, another suspected meth lab was busted in Bethlehem Township. There have also been several recent meth lab busts in the Hellertown area.

Bushes Illegally Cut Down at Hickory Hill and Majestic Overlook: Police

Lower Saucon Township Police say they are investigating the removal of three bushes on private property at Hickory Hill Road and Majestic Overlook Drive as a case of criminal mischief.

Drunken Yelling Lands Woman in Jail, Police Say

Hellertown police say a Maryland woman was arrested for continuous drunken yelling and screaming early Sunday in the borough.

Man Who Allegedly Left Dog Tied to Vet's Door Charged With Animal Cruelty

Lower Saucon Township Police say a Bethlehem man abandoned a Shih Tzu named Dolly at North Saucon Animal Hospital. The dog later broke loose, ran into traffic and was killed.

Two Adults, Child Killed in Easton Fire

Fire chief says deadly blaze at 724 Spring Garden St., Easton happened in a home without smoke detectors.