Council Discusses Hunting on Township-Owned Property

At its Dec. 7 meeting, Lower Saucon Township Council voted 4-1 to post two sizable township-owned properties with "No Hunting" signs.

Township Manager: Adopt-A-Road Program 'Highly Successful'

The Lower Saucon Township program encourages local families, businesses and organizations to take responsibility for the cleanliness of local roads.

Local Businessman Considered for Gaming Authority Appointment

Lower Saucon Township Council voted to recommend John Blair to serve on the Northampton County Gaming Revenue and Economic Redevelopment Authority at its Dec. 7 meeting.

Township Council Postpones Shelter Contract Decision

On Dec. 7, Lower Saucon Township Council members were told the township has few options other than renewing its animal control services agreement with the Center for Animal Health and Welfare.

Where to Expect Road Work: Dec. 12-16

PennDOT has announced the following scheduled road work in the Saucon Valley area.

Local Mom Selling Stickers to Support Bus Stop Bill

Lower Saucon Township parent Paula Steuer has announced that she is selling bumper stickers and magnets in support of House Bill 1971, which would prevent children from walking past the home of a registered sex offender on their way to a school bus stop.

GOP Senate Candidates Agree: No Tax Hikes, Cut Federal Spending

What to do about a potentially nuclear-armed Iran did spur a small disagreement among the candidates.

PA Officials Seek Changes in Arbitration Law

Employee costs have become a concern.

School Board Approves $2.4 Million in Field House Renovations

Stadium and soccer field improvements were also given the green light by the Saucon Valley School Board at their latest meeting.

PennDOT: Expect Traffic Delays in Hellertown Friday

PennDOT says workers will be making "emergency repairs" to a water line on Main Street.

Saucon Valley School Board Reorganizes

Michael Karabin was elected to a one-year term as board president and new board member Bryan Eichfeld was sworn in at Tuesday's meeting.

Zoning Officer Discusses Delayed Dunkin' Donuts Opening

On Dec. 5, Hellertown Zoning Officer Joe Chernaskey told Borough Council that the popular donut shop franchise is now expected to open later this month or early next year.

Council Rejects 2012 Contract with Animal Shelter

On Dec. 5, Hellertown Borough Council unanimously rejected a proposed contract with the Center for Animal Health and Welfare in Williams Township.

2012 Relay for Life to Include Motorcycle Ride

A representative for Saucon Valley Relay for Life recently told Hellertown Borough Council the organization would like to sponsor a ride in memory of a local cancer victim.

Council Discusses Fire House's Future as a Shelter

Dewey Fire Company No. 1 could become a heated emergency shelter for local residents, provided that money to complete necessary upgrades is obtained.

Hellertown Borough Council Approves 2012 Budget

The budget includes a .75 mill property tax increase, as well as an extra $60,000 to fund the employment of two Hellertown police officers for six months.

State House Moves Closer to Passing ‘Abortion Bill’

The bill is tied to federal health care law, but the state could set different policies.

5 Things You May Not Know About Northampton County History

A ceremony at the county courthouse Monday recalled the building's construction and history.

Deadline Approaching for Property Tax/Rent Rebate Filings

The deadline to file for a rebate on 2010 Pennsylvania property taxes is Dec. 31, 2011.

Official: Gaming Board Proposals Good for Taxpayers

A proposed bill in the Pennsylvania legislature would direct table games taxes to the state's property tax fund.

Hellertown Borough Advertises Part-Time Job Opportunity

A job opening for a part-time cleaning person is currently posted on the borough's website.

Pending Bills Aim to Limit Prostitution at PA Massage Parlors

A recent U.S. Dept. of State report details horrific accounts of forced prostitution.

Officials: Lessons Learned from October Snowstorm

Hellertown officials say the blackout caused by the Oct. 29 snowstorm revealed the need for a heated shelter and an efficient emergency notification system for residents.

Parking Problems Plague the Hellertown Post Office

We all know that Hellertown has its share of parking problems, and the area around the post office is no exception. Check out what I discovered.

Police Chief Disappointed by Loss of Grant Funding

Hellertown police chief Robert Shupp says the loss of a Northampton County Gaming Revenue and Economic Redevelopment Authority grant that has funded the employment of two full-time officers represents a significant challenge for his small department.

Local Lawmakers to Return, Donate Automatic Pay Raises

State Rep. Justin Simmons (R-131) said he plans to return his 3 percent pay raise to the state treasury, while State Sen. Lisa Boscola (D-18) plans to donate her raise to local charities.

Online Shopping Puts State Sales Tax Laws Under Spotlight

Taxpayers will be expected to collect and pay their own taxes on out-of-state purchases this year.

PA Still Blocks Shipment of Wine to Residents’ Homes

The U.S. Supreme Court ruled Pennsylvania's law unconstitutional in 2005.

Township Official Calls Gaming Grant Review Process 'Dog and Pony Show'

Lower Saucon Township Manager Jack Cahalan told members of the Northampton County Gaming Revenue and Economic Redevelopment Authority Nov. 28 that the township could have been notified if something in one of its recent grant applications was amiss.

Relicensing of Nuke Plant 35 Miles from Hellertown Questioned

Environmentalists say Limerick plant needs a new safety study

Hellertown Denied Second Shot at Gaming Grant

On Nov. 28, the Northampton County Gaming Revenue and Economic Redevelopment Authority voted not to reopen deliberations on a grant application that would have funded two borough police officers' salaries and benefits if approved.

School Board Passes Resolution That Limits Potential Tax Hike

Saucon Valley property taxes should not increase by more than 1.7 percent in 2012-2013.

Borough Council Approves Main Street Flag Plan

The new program--called the Hellertown Patriot Project--will encourage businesses and individuals to purchase flags for display along a four-block section of Main Street.

Statewide Redistricting Plan Would Affect Lower Saucon

Wednesday, Nov. 30 is the deadline to submit comments or complaints about the proposed redistricting plan.

Borough Council Discusses Regional Police Study

A study that will analyze combining the Hellertown and Lower Saucon police departments into a regional force is currently under way.

Lawmakers to Receive Automatic Pay Increase

Legislation to suspend the pay raise recently died in committee.

The Hellertown and Bethlehem Public Library Budgets: A Comparison

Should Lower Saucon Township continue to be part of the Bethlehem Area Public Library system or switch to combine with the Hellertown Area Public Library? Here is a comparison of the two libraries' 2012 budgets.

Penn State Trustees Face Blame from Corbett

The governor says it was the board's responsibility to have followed up on a March news report about a grand jury investigation into alleged criminal behavior by former Penn State football coach Jerry Sandusky.

Compost Center Will Close for Season After Saturday

After Saturday, the Saucon Valley Compost Center will be closed until mid-January.

Reinhard Demolition Scheduled to Begin Next Week

The Borough of Hellertown has announced that demolition of the former school is scheduled to begin the second week of December.