Bill awaiting final passage in state House.
At least $1.7 billion may be set aside for pensions, bond ratings.
Republicans say the issue is one leaders are not talking about.
After two rejections, council OKs AFSCME arbitration award.
Business owners say it will not solve problems.
Council vice president Tom Maxfield said the board received misinformation from its gaming authority representative, council member Priscilla deLeon.
Reports say he will appeal as soon as court date is set.
Democratic senator's plan joins Republican proposals.
Lawmakers from both sides agree on infrastructure needs.
State Senator Lisa Boscola (D-Northampton) is pushing legislation to ban such withdrawals.
A motion to send a letter to Northampton County Council requesting the abolition of the Northampton County Gaming Revenue and Economic Redevelopment Authority was approved by Lower Saucon Township Council at its May 18 meeting.
Suggests 21 policy changes.
Most retail and entertainment establishments will be open.
Motorists urged to utilize online services.
Legislative, policy changes in the works.
Senate alternative a 'modest proposal' to address June 11 federal deadline.
State Rep. Bob Freeman also has concerns about H.B. 633.
Governor's agenda would hurt students, former State Representative Karen Beyer says.
But amendments spark concern among civil rights advocates, outrage from Councilwoman Karen Dolan.
Southeast Republicans key to passing severance tax or impact fee.
State hopes to capture $5 million of $350 million in unpaid sales taxes.
Saucon Valley voters went to the polls Tuesday to cast ballots for school board members, council members and to vote on an important Northampton County referendum related to Gracedale.
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House GOP, Corbett administration at odds over possible savings from fraud.
Could save taxpayers millions, risks abuse for government secrecy.
Beer distributors approve, liquor store union plans to fight.
Cross-filing means the winners of the Saucon Valley School Board primary will most likely serve for the next four years.
Democrats Priscilla deLeon (I) and David Willard, and Republican Thomas Maxfield (I) are the candidates for three open seats on Lower Saucon Township Council. A fourth candidate, incumbent Republican Sandra Yerger, is no longer on the ballot.
Grants benefit lower income families.
Agriculture Secretary says commission is still in early stages of plan.
Senate, House may face conflict over package of bills vs. single law.
U.S. Rep. Charlie Dent and state Sen. Lisa Boscola are touting legislation to ban the "bath salts" linked to the South Bethlehem incident.
An informational meeting will be held June 2 at the Southern Lehigh Public Library, Simmons' office announced recently.
Democrats, including Rep. Steve Samuelson of Northampton County, argue the new rules will disenfranchise voters.
Better oversight, enforcement of public officials is needed, analysts say.
Councilman gets a majority vote on the resolution, prompted by recent toll increase.
The reforms are part of the PLCB’s overall 'modernization' effort.
Hellertown Enhancement Project Chairwoman Susan Ackermann requested the funds in order to help secure a matching grant to put toward the $200,000 project.
Police Chief Robert Shupp told Borough Council May 2 that the department's current firearms are 15 years old and needed to be replaced.
This year's Hellertown Police Department Officer of the Year award was presented to Investigator Matthew Andree at Borough Council's May 2 meeting.