Hellertown Apartment Inspections to Begin Again

Hellertown zoning and codes enforcement officer Kris Russo recently announced that inspections of residential rental units in the borough will likely begin again in mid-October.

L. Saucon Council to Hear Library Recommendation Wednesday

Do you want Lower Saucon Township to remain part of the Bethlehem Area Public Library system or consolidate library services with the Hellertown Area Library?

New Township Park to Be Dedicated Saturday

The ribbon will be cut on Kingston Park at 4216 Countryside Lane in Lower Saucon on Saturday, Oct. 5 during a 9:30 a.m. opening ceremony

2 Squarely Opposed Sides Face Off at Landfill Hearing

At a hearing Wednesday, comments revealed a sharp divide between opponents and supporters of a proposed rezoning amendment that would pave the way for an expansion by IESI Bethlehem Landfill on Applebutter Road in Lower Saucon Township.

Township Goal: Help Support Hellertown Pool

Should Lower Saucon Township provide financial support to the Hellertown Pool? Tell us in the comments.

L. Saucon Seeks Monroe Co. Gaming Funds Grant

The grant, if it is received, would help pay for planned improvements at Steel City Park in Lower Saucon Township.

PennDOT Offers Online Service for Duplicate Licenses, ID Cards

You can now order a Pa. driver's license online if yours is lost lost or stolen.

Plan Shelved for Traffic Light at Polk Valley Road, Rt. 412

Saucon Valley motorists shouldn't expect to see a traffic light installed at Polk Valley Road and Route 412 anytime soon.

Sands Casino Fined $56K for Underage Gambling Violations

Officials say teenagers were admitted to the Sands Casino and gambled in violation of state law.

Toomey Calls for Full Obamacare Repeal

U.S. Sen. Pat Toomey continues to oppose the Affordable Care Act also known as 'Obamacare.'

Large Crowd Expected at Wednesday's Landfill, Rezoning Meeting

Wednesday night's Lower Saucon Township Council public hearing about whether to allow a land rezoning that would enable IESI Bethlehem Landfill to expand will likely be packed with supporters and opponents of the facility.

Council Hears Results of Borough Complex Space Needs Study

The results of a space needs study were recently discussed by Hellertown Borough Council.

Council OKs Beer Tent at October Family Weekend

Beer drinkers can celebrate the fact that the suds will likely flow at a tent in Dewey Fire Company's parking lot during the planned Family Weekend Oct. 19-20.

Resident Requests Furnace Street Be Made One-Way

Hellertown Borough Council members vetoed a request by a resident to consider making Furnace Street a one-way street.

Proposed Detour Around Parade Route 'Not an Option,' Councilman Says

The 2013 Saucon Valley Spirit Parade will be held along with the 4-County Firemen's Parade on Sunday, Oct. 20 at 2 p.m. in Hellertown.

Should It Be Easier to Switch Banks?

Moving money takes time and money.

Commissioners to Take Steps to Save King George Inn

About 40 people who oppose the King George Inn's destruction told South Whitehall Commissioners they want the developer to rehabilitate the 257-year-old building.

Should Controversial Police Chief Be Fired?

Should controversial eastern Pennsylvania Police Chief Mark Kessler be fired?

Council, Unhappy About Bridge Work, Demands Rebuild

The recently-poured Harris Street bridge in Hellertown is exhibiting a "bowl effect," and must be rebuilt, Hellertown Borough Council decreed Monday.

Rules Set for Public Hearing About Landfill Rezoning

A public hearing about a rezoning request that could pave the way for a landfill expansion in Lower Saucon Township is expected to draw a crowd. The hearing is scheduled for Wednesday, Sept. 25 at 7 p.m. at Saucon Valley High School.

Meadows Road Near Rt. 412 to Close for Emergency Repairs

Motorists who regularly use Meadows Road to get to or from Route 412 in Lower Saucon Township should be prepared for a detour that's expected to last two weeks.

PA 'Going in Wrong Direction,' Pawlowski Says

Allentown Mayor Ed Pawlowski campaigns close to home in gubernatorial race.

Toomey Continues Push to Defund Obamacare

U.S. Sen. Pat Toomey is continuing his efforts to block the Affordable Care Act.

Gov. Corbett Touts LVH Telemedicine, Medicaid Expansion Plan

Gov. Corbett spotlighted LVH's successful, five-year-old telemedicine program as an example of his Medicaid expansion plan's goal to provide access to quality healthcare to Pennsylvanians while lowering costs.

Simmons to Host Town Hall Meetings

State Rep. Justin Simmons (R-131) will host town hall meetings for constituents in Salisbury Township this week, and in Coopersburg and Lower Milford Township in October.

Constitution Day Quiz: Which Founder Are You?

Celebrate Constitution Day by taking a quiz to see which founding father you are like.

Will Pa. Lawmakers Get Anything Done This Fall?

Political experts say the Pa. electorate is in an ugly mood and lawmakers in Harrisburg face stark choices.

Lower Saucon EAC Votes Against Landfill Rezoning

The Lower Saucon Township Environmental Advisory Council (EAC) votes against recommending a zoning change to land near Applebutter Road.

Trick-or-Treat Date Set

When is Trick-or-Treat in the Saucon Valley this year?

L. Saucon Council Approves Stricter Rules for Peddlers

Under a new ordinance, Lower Saucon Township residents will be able to add their names to a police department-maintained registry if they no longer wish to receive salespeople at their homes.

Borough Planning Commission Member Resigns

Donald Rohrbach's resignation from the Hellertown Planning Commission was accepted at borough council's Sept. 3 meeting.

Girl Scouts Adopt Township Garden

'Ella's Garden' at Kingston Park in Lower Saucon has been adopted by the members of Girl Scout Troop #8505, who will help maintain it in the future.

Teen E-Cigarette Use on the Rise

The CDC says 75 percent of e-cigarette smokers use regular cigarettes as well.

Borough Website Being Upgraded

The borough of Hellertown's website is undergoing upgrades needed to resolve software compatibility issues, it was recently announced.

Allentown Mayor Announces Run for Governor

Allentown Mayor Ed Pawlowski will kick off his campaign in a formal announcement Monday.

Longtime Plaza Volunteer to Borough: 'I've Had My Fill'

After telling Hellertown Borough Council that he was upset about the placement of a sign in Detwiller Plaza, Joe Delfoe said he and his family will no longer donate their time to help maintain the park noted for its iconic fountain and clock tower.

5 Questions With Hellertown's Borough Manager [Part 4]

In this fourth and final installment of our question-and-answer series, Hellertown Borough Manager Cathy Kichline addresses local traffic concerns and the status of the High Street Bridge replacement project.

Corbett’s Approval Rating at 'Historic Low,' Poll Shows

Poll finds fewer than 20 percent of PA residents think Gov. Tom Corbett is doing a good job.

5 Questions With Hellertown's Borough Manager [Part 3]

Patch recently sat down with Hellertown Borough Manager Cathy Kichline to ask about projects in the borough and find out about other matters of interest to local residents.

5 Questions With Hellertown's Borough Manager [Part 2]

Patch recently sat down with Hellertown Borough Manager Cathy Kichline to ask about projects in the borough and find out about other matters of interest to local residents.