Old Mill Bridge Rededication Planned

The recently renovated pedestrian bridge across the Saucon Creek in Lower Saucon Township will be rededicated during a ceremony April 17.

Afghan Hound Dog Spotted Around L. Saucon

According to a Lower Saucon Township Police alert, the dog has been spotted in the area of Mountain Drive South, Seidersville Road, Route 378 and Stonesthrow Road.

See Saucon Valley Talent Showcase Friday

The talent showcase will be performed at Saucon Valley High School at 7pm on April 5.

NJ Parolee Peed on 7-Eleven Wall, Police Say

James Henry Dunnington, 58, of Jersey City, was arrested for DUI in Hellertown after he allegedly urinated on a wall at the Main Street 7-Eleven. He is on parole following a sexual assault conviction, according to records.

Missing Man's Body Pulled from Pond

Hellertown Police and the Northampton County Coroner's Office confirmed Wednesday afternoon that the body pulled from one of the Grist Mill Park ponds is that of Steven P. Lockard, who went missing from that area March 28.

Body Pulled from Grist Mill Pond [Updated]

After local news outlets reported that the Northampton County Coroner had been called to Hellertown's Grist Mill Park came news that a body had been pulled from one of two ponds. An Allentown man was recently reported missing from the park.

Man Urinated on Bank ATM, Police Say

Hellertown Police say Zachary Edward Cernok, 23, of the 2400 block of Cutoff Road, Springfield Township, urinated on an ATM machine at Bank of America.

Recovery of Man's Body, Gun-Carrying Diner Owner Top Local News

The recovery of Steven P. Lockard's body from a pond in Grist Mill Park and a Hellertown diner owner who openly carries a firearm at the restaurant topped local headlines this week.

Township Seeks Cleaning Person Applicants

Candidates for the position of part-time cleaning person are encouraged to apply to Lower Saucon Township by April 19.

Fountain Restoration Project Under Way

Trees around the fountain in Hellertown's Borough Authority Park have been removed so an ambitious restoration of the stone centerpiece can begin.

Missing Man Was Last Seen in Borough, Police Say

Hellertown Police are seeking information regarding the whereabouts of Steven P. Lockard, 38, of Allentown. Police say he was last seen in the area of Grist Mill Park on March 28.

$700 Generator Stolen in L. Saucon, Police Say

Lower Saucon Township Police say a Coleman generator valued at $700 was stolen from the 3700 block of Old Philadelphia Pike.

Johnston Avenue Break-In Under Investigation

Lower Saucon Township Police say they are investigating a burglary in the 2000 block of Johnston Avenue, which is in Steel City.

Real Estate Signs Worth $300 Stolen, Police Say

Lower Saucon Township Police say they are investigating the theft of four Coldwell Banker signs from Polk Valley Road near Saucon Valley High School.

Alleged I-78 Road Rage Shooter Brought to Pa.

65-year-old New Jersey man is extradited and arraigned in Northampton County on multiple charges, including attempted criminal homicide.

Driver Struck Parked Vehicle and Fled, Police Say

Lower Saucon Township Police say Lloyd Anthony Ohl, of the 6100 block of Limeport Pike, Upper Saucon Township, was speeding when he struck a parked vehicle in the 3200 block of Flint Hill Road.

Motorcycle Stolen from Cherry Lane, Police Say

Hellertown Police say they are investigating the theft of a motorcycle from Cherry Lane and Burkhardt Street.

Edward J. Deegan Sr., 87, Former Se-Wy-Co Fire Chief [Obituary]

Edward J. Deegan Sr., of Lower Saucon Township, died Tuesday, April 2, 2013.

Flint Hill Farm Plans Earth Day Events, Open House

Flint Hill Farm Educational Center in Upper Saucon Township will host an Earth Day Weekend filled with activities April 20-21 and a Spring Open House April 27-28.

Learn About Canning at Flint Hill Farm

Canning classes are planned at the Flint Hill Farm Educational Center in Upper Saucon Township.

New Rail Trail Signs Vandalized

Interpretive signs along the Saucon Rail Trail next to the Hellertown Marsh were recently 'tagged' with graffiti. Hellertown Police Chief Robert Shupp says he wants bike patrol officers to help monitor the area.

Bricks 4 Kidz Abruptly Closes Promenade Store

The Bricks 4 Kidz store in The Promenade Shops at Saucon Valley is closed while the owners look for a new location, according to the Bricks for Kidz, Lehigh Valley website.

Yelp's Top 10 Hellertown Eateries: Do You Agree?

Check out the top 10 eateries in Hellertown, as rated by Yelp! reviewers. Did your neighbors get it right?

Railroad Structure's Removal to Affect 412 Traffic

PennDOT says the removal of an overhead railroad structure that spans Route 412 in South Bethlehem will impact overnight traffic on the artery from April 4 through April 10.

Hellertown Resident Graduates from Purdue

Juan Cardona of Hellertown graduated from Purdue University with a Bachelor of Science degree in industrial engineering.

Who's Hiring: Bella's Ristorante, Serena Shades

Looking for a local job? Check out these local businesses. They're hiring!

Man Conned Clerk Out of Cash, Police Say

Hellertown Police say an unidentified man recently conned a Rite Aid clerk out of cash. Police are hoping to identify the man.

Buick Damaged in Main Street Hit-and-Run, Police Say

Hellertown Police say a Buick Regal parked in the 300 block of Main Street was damaged in a hit-and-run accident.

Tips Helped ID Alleged Hit-and-Run Driver, Police Say

Hellertown Police say information provided by 'concerned citizens' led them to Michael F. Montgomery, 52, of the 1000 block of New Jersey Avenue, who has been charged in connection with a hit-and-run accident.

Truck Driver Dozed, Caused Accident on I-78, Police Say

Pennsylvania State Police at Belfast say Edward C. Altro Jr., 44, of Gardiner, N.Y., was westbound on Interstate 78 in Lower Saucon Township when he fell asleep and rear-ended another truck.

SVSD Taxes Went Up 44 Percent in a Decade: Data

According to the online database openPAgov.org, real estate taxes in the Saucon Valley School District increased 44 percent from 2000-2001 to 2010-2011 when adjusted for inflation.

Stella T. Bartakovits, 95, Formerly of Springtown [Obituary]

Stella T. Bartakovits died Sunday, March 31, 2013 at Saucon Valley Manor, Hellertown.

Former Men's Club for Sale for $224,900

The former Glow Gentlemen's Club and Bar on Route 378 in Lower Saucon Township is for sale.

Did Accused Legion Flag Thief Do the Right Thing? [Tell Us]

Baron L. Chase, 59, of Hellertown is accused of stealing American Legion Post 397's American flag. Chase told the Express-Times he removed the flag because it wasn't lit at night, which is required by the U.S. Flag Code.

'Lefties' Taking Aim at Second Amendment [Letter]

Hellertown resident and 'activist' Lee Weidner says he has joined the NRA and bought a gun since 'Democratic political lefties have taken aim at the Second Amendment.'

Diner Owner Tells NPR Why He Openly Carries a Gun

In a nationally aired segment about an Easton rally Thursday, Hellertown Diner owner Vasilios 'Bill' Christogiannis told NPR he openly carries a loaded Ruger semiautomatic pistol to show 'support...for protecting the right to own a f

Rally for Tougher Gun Laws Held in Easton

Along with several Lehigh Valley mayors and Easton police officers, the rally was attended by Hellertown and Lower Saucon members of the group Organizing For Action.

Teens Broke Into Old Township School, Police Say

Lower Saucon Township Police say three Bethlehem Township teenagers have been charged with allegedly breaking into the former Lower Saucon Elementary School.

I-78 Road Rage, Rabies Top Local News in March

These 10 stories were the most read on Hellertown-Lower Saucon Patch in March 2013.

Have Your Say on County Hazard Plan

The Hazard Mitigation Plan is a living document communities—including Hellertown and Lower Saucon Township—use to reduce their vulnerability to hazards.