Car Mirror Damaged in Easton Road Hit-and-Run, Police Say

Hellertown Police say they are investigating a hit-and-run accident that happened in the 1300 block of Easton Road.

Hit-and-Run at Vassi's Involved VW Bug, Police Say

Hellertown Police say they are investigating a hit-and-run accident that occurred at Vassi's Drive-In, 1666 Main St.

John C. 'Jack' Fabian, 71, Formerly of Southern Lehigh [Obituary]

John C. 'Jack' Fabian, of the Poconos, died Sunday, April 28, 2013.

While Drunk, Woman Drove 30 mph Over Speed Limit: Police

Lower Saucon Township Police say an Allentown woman was drunk when she allegedly drove at 65 mph on Seidersville Road.

Driver Passed Out Behind Wheel With Open Vodka Bottle in Lap: Police

Lower Saucon Township Police say Chrystyna M. Fenchen, of the 3600 block of Lower Saucon Road, has been charged with DUI.

Battery Stolen from Car Parked in Garage, Police Say

Lower Saucon Township Police say they are investigating the theft of a battery from a car parked inside a Steel City garage.

Woman on Prescription Drugs Drove Off Road: Police

Lower Saucon Township Police say Joanne S. Moore, of the 1700 block of Easton Road, Durham Township, has been charged with DUI-Controlled Substance.

2 Cited for L. Saucon Burning Ordinance Violations

Lower Saucon Township Police say they recently cited two residents for allegedly violating the township's burning ordinance.

Pry Marks Found on Home's Door, Police Say

Lower Saucon Township Police say they are investigating an attempted residential burglary in the 2300 block of Black River Road.

Margaret E. 'Peggy' Fluck, 88, Was Past President of LSTHS [Obituary]

Margaret E. 'Peggy' Fluck of Lower Saucon Township died Monday, April 29, 2013. A past president of the Lower Saucon Township Historical Society, she was instrumental in the restoration of the Lutz-Franklin Schoolhouse.

Who's Hiring: Copperhead Grille, SAGE

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Ryan M. Fluck, 29, of Hellertown [Obituary]

Ryan M. Fluck died Sunday, April 28, 2013.

Man Shot at Lower Saucon House Party, Police Say

Pennsylvania State Police at Belfast say they are investigating a shooting that occurred at a house party at 4018 Sherry Hill Road, Lower Saucon Township, as a case of attempted homicide.

Teen Driver Rear-Ended SUV, Lifted It Off Ground: Police

Hellertown Police say a teenage girl caused an accident when she rear-ended a Ford SUV on Main Street near Hess Avenue.

Sun Glare Cited in Main Street Accident

Hellertown Police say a motorist cited sun glare as the reason she rear-ended another vehicle at the intersection of Main and High streets.

Is Your Favorite Eatery Signed Up for S.V. Restaurant Week?

The second annual Saucon Valley Restaurant Week is Sunday, July 21 to Saturday, July 27. So far, 11 local dining establishments are planning to participate.

Saucon Valley Youth Lacrosse 'LAX Day' Set for Saturday

Saucon Valley Youth Lacrosse will sponsor the event at Polk Valley Park in Lower Saucon Township.

John A. Garganta, 81, of Hellertown [Obituary]

John A. Garganta died Friday, April 26, 2013.

Bonnie L. Shannon Darragh, 52, of Hellertown [Obituary]

Bonnie L. Shannon Darragh died Friday, April 26, 2013.

Discovery of Man's Body in Pond Tops April News

The second most-read story on Hellertown-Lower Saucon Patch in April was about the gun-carrying owner of a local diner. Additional top stories for the month are listed below.

Pets in Need of Homes: Sam, Emmett and Hunterdon

These pets are housed at the Center for Animal Health and Welfare in Williams Township. For information about how to adopt them, call 610-252-7722.

SVSD Drops 4 Spots in Statewide Ranking

Although still a top-rated school district, Saucon Valley fell four places this year—from 64 to 68—in a statewide ranking of Pennsylvania school districts.

Victim in Alleged I-78 Road Rage Shooting Testifies

Alyssa Csuk, of Bethlehem, was fired at as she drove east on I-78 in Lower Saucon Township in March, according to authorities. Lee Edwin Kish, of Fanwood, N.J., has been charged in the incident.

Charles F. Szvetecz, 91, of Hellertown [Obituary]

Charles F. Szvetecz died Wednesday, April 24, 2013.

Main Street Parking Restrictions to Take Effect Monday

The parking restrictions along Main Street in Hellertown will be between Wagner Avenue and Cherry Lane. They are related the ongoing, $36 million Route 412 project.

School Bus Drivers Worried About Outsourcing

Supporters of Saucon Valley School District bus drivers distributed literature and packed the recent meeting of the Saucon Valley School Board to speak out against the possible outsourcing of jobs.

What's Your Favorite Hellertown Restaurant And Why?

Most people have a restaurant that is their favorite place at which to eat out. Whether it's delicious food, amazing service or a cozy atmosphere, tell us what makes your favorite Hellertown restaurant so special.

6 DUI Arrests Made in Borough in 3 Months

Officer Tim Piotrowski of the Hellertown Police Department provided borough Block Watch attendees with a breakdown of crime statistics.

Dispose of Pills, Electronics in Lower Saucon Saturday

Lower Saucon Township will host free e-recycling and prescription drug take-back events on Saturday, April 27.

Monkey Sighting, Attempted Break-In Top Local News

The reported sighting of a small monkey on the Saucon Rail Trail in Hellertown and an attempted burglary on Railroad Lane in Lower Saucon Township topped local headlines this week.

Man Got Upset, Kicked Woman's Car: Police

Lower Saucon Township Police say Victor Martinez, 25, of the 3700 block of Old Philadelphia Pike, became upset after his daughter's mother refused to leave the girl with him.

Man Lied About Ex-Wife Punching Him, Police Say

Lower Saucon Township Police say David Wolf, 36, of Route 212, Springfield Township, lied when he told officers his ex-wife punched him in the back during a child custody exchange at Giant.

Teen Brought Folding Knife to High School: Police

Lower Saucon Township Police say a 15-year-old boy from Hellertown was found with a folding knife at Saucon Valley High School.

Teen Stole Teacher's iPhone, Police Say

Lower Saucon Township Police say a 16-year-old Hellertown girl was referred to Juvenile Probation authorities after she allegedly admitted to stealing a Saucon Valley High School teacher's iPhone.

SVHS Names 3rd Quarter Honor Roll Students

The following students were named to honor roll at Saucon Valley High School for the third marking period (2012-2013 school year).

James Smith Abbott, 60, of Haycock [Obituary]

James Smith Abbott died Friday, April 19, 2013.

Accident Near High School Involved Teen Driver: Police

Lower Saucon Township Police say a car accident that occurred near Saucon Valley High School earlier this month was caused by a driver under the age of 18.

Residents Held Door Shut on Would-Be Burglars: Police

Police say a burglary attempt in the 1700 block of Railroad Lane, Lower Saucon Township, was thwarted by residents. Three men have been charged in the incident.

Used Clothing Collection to Benefit Relay for Life

A used clothing collection benefiting Relay for Life of Saucon Valley will be held this week at Saucon Valley Elementary School. The last day to drop off clothing is Saturday.

Who's Hiring: Hellertown Diner, Cardinal Camera

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