Letter: Dog Poop Scofflaws 'Will Be Identified and Fined'

Hellertown resident Lee Weidner says Saucon Rail Trail users who fail to clean up after their canines are being inconsiderate.

Revolutions Manager Loses Job After Theft Charges Levied

James Fortunato was no longer employed by Revolutions at Saucon Valley as of Friday, the owner of the new Saucon Valley entertainment venue said. Fortunato is accused of embezzling more than $160,000 from a former employer.

Obituary: Betty Lou Gross Riter, 81, of Springtown

Betty Lou Gross Riter, 81, of Springtown, Springfield Township, passed away Friday, Jan. 25, 2013.

Hellertown Cub Scout Pack 349 Holds Annual Pinewood Derby

About 200 excited spectators attended the derby, which was held at Christ Lutheran Church Jan. 19. The names of individual trophy winners are listed below.

Nominations Open for Relay for Life of S.V. Honorary Chair

The local cancer charity has announced that nominations are now being accepted for its 2013 honorary chairperson.

Search for Missing Greyhound, Ruby, Goes On

Volunteers who are looking for her are planning another sign/flyer blitz in the Hellertown area this Sunday. Anyone who wants to help should meet at Water Street Park at 10am.

Photos: Revolutions at Saucon Valley Cuts Ribbon

An official grand opening for the new Lower Saucon Township entertainment venue was held Thursday, Jan. 24, along with a ribbon-cutting. Revolutions at Saucon Valley features a restaurant, bars, bowling, arcade games and several stages.

School Board Discusses Possibility of Tax Hike

A 1.66 percent tax increase and the elimination of 2.5 positions are part of the initial 2013-2014 Saucon Valley School District budget.

Saucon Valley Residents Graduate from DeSales

A number of local residents graduated from the Center Valley college in commencement exercises held Saturday, Jan. 19, 2013.

Snow Likely in Saucon Valley Friday Evening

Hellertown and Lower Saucon could receive 2 to 3 inches of snow later today, according to the National Weather Service.

State Rep. Simmons Opens Office in Coopersburg

In a news release, state Rep. Justin Simmons (R-131) said his new district office will be more convenient for constituents. His office was formerly located in Lower Saucon Township.

When Buster Crabbe Came to Coopersburg

The Olympic gold medalist and movie star was the celebrity ribbon-cutter at the grand opening of the Southern Lehigh Community Pool on May 30, 1963.

Obituary: Richard L. Kardos, 70, of Hellertown

Richard L. Kardos, 70, of Hellertown, died Wednesday, Jan. 23, 2013.

Valentine's Day Blood Drive Planned at School District

The blood drive will be held by the Saucon Valley High School chapter of the National Honor Society, in conjunction with Miller Keystone Blood Center. Requests for a donation time slot should be made in advance.

Interpretive Signs Installed at Hellertown Marsh

The new educational signage is located along the Saucon Rail Trail in the borough of Hellertown.

Police: Heroin Found During Easton Road Vehicle Stop

Hellertown Police say the drug was discovered during a vehicle stop made in the 800 block of Easton Road in August 2012.

Lower Saucon Township Police Blotter: Jan. 30, 2013

The following information was supplied by the Lower Saucon Township Police Department. Where arrests or charges are mentioned, it does not indicate a conviction.

DUI Suspect May Be in Country Illegally

Tobias Estrada-Montano could be a flight risk, according to Lower Saucon Township police officer John Bowlby, who arrested him for DUI on Sunday.

Hellertonian Graduates from Centenary College

On Jan. 12, Kristin Blasko of Hellertown graduated from Centenary College in Hackettstown, N.J., with a Bachelor of Science degree.

Free Child ID Event Scheduled for Sunday

The Hellertown Police Department will host the event for local families at St. Theresa School on Sunday, Jan. 27 at 10:30am.

Borough Police Officer Promoted to Corporal

Hellertown Police Department patrolman Matt Andree was sworn in as a corporal by Mayor Richard Fluck on Jan. 22.

Man Allegedly Stole Thousands in Jewelry

Dylan William Cawley, 25, of Easton, is accused of stealing thousands of dollars worth of jewelry from a Hellertown apartment in January.

Obituary: Elsie M. Weaver, 90, of Lower Saucon

Elsie M. Weaver, 90, of Lower Saucon Township, died Tuesday, Jan. 22, 2013.

Obituary: Clarence J. Miller, 84, of Center Valley

Clarence J. Miller, 84, of Center Valley, died Monday, Jan. 21, 2013.

Brrr! Deep Freeze Forecast in Saucon Valley All Week

Daytime highs will be well below freezing in Hellertown and Lower Saucon Township for the rest of the week.

Police: Man Had Coffee Cup Half Full of Beer in Car

Lower Saucon Township Police say Juan Maldonado, of the 1100 block of Mechanic Street, Bethlehem, was charged with transporting open containers of alcohol Jan. 18.

Local Volunteers Take Part in National Day of Service

Hellertown and Lower Saucon volunteers recently donated their time to perform a thorough cleaning of the Saucon Valley Community Center, which provides daycare for children, hot lunches for the elderly and after-school teen activities.

Police Seek Driver Responsible for Rt. 378 Hit-and-Run

Lower Saucon Township Police say the driver of a white Jeep ran a red light at Route 378 and Mountain Drive North Jan. 17, striking a car driven by a 16-year-old before fleeing.

Couple Engaged in Sex in Park, Police Say

Lower Saucon Township Police say Aaron Wade Calhoun, of Breinigsville, was charged with disorderly conduct after he was found naked in his car with a woman in South Mountain Park.

Carriages Were King in Saucon Valley's Olden Days

In Hellertown, a carriage factory was located in the building that would later become Carson's Hardware. The Jordan Carriage Factory was the first such establishment in Coopersburg.

Obituary: Robert R. Henn, 94, of Upper Nazareth

Robert R. Henn, 94, of Upper Nazareth Township and formerly of Bethlehem Township, died Sunday, Jan. 20, 2013.

Obituary: Richard Kindig, 58, of Lower Macungie

Richard Kindig, 58, of Lower Macungie Township, died Saturday, Jan. 19, 2013.

Obituary: Geraldine E. Neith, 79, of Center Valley

Geraldine E. Neith, 79, of Center Valley, died Saturday, Jan. 19, 2013.

Obituary: E. K. 'Kess' Webster Jr., 89, of Lower Saucon

E. K. "Kess" Webster Jr., 89, of Lower Saucon Township, died Friday, Jan. 18, 2013 in Bethlehem.

Local Urgent Care Center to Reopen Monday

Premier Urgent Care in Hellertown will reopen for business on Monday, Jan. 21, Operations Manager Joseph Piccirelli has announced.

NCC Names Local Fall Dean's List Students

The following Northampton Community College students from the Hellertown area were named to the school's Dean's List for the Fall 2012 semester.

Obituary: Myrtle D. Trauger, 84, of Pleasant Valley

Myrtle D. Trauger, 84, of Pleasant Valley, Springfield Township, died Thursday, Jan. 17, 2013.

Volunteers Needed to Help Search for 'Ruby' Saturday

An aerial search for "Ruby the Lost Greyhound" is planned for Saturday. Ruby went missing more than two months ago. Volunteers are being asked to meet at Hellertown's Water Street Park to assist with the search.

Hellertown Pastry Chef Wins National TV Competition

Alan Pitotti, who owns Dolce Patisserie in Hellertown, was the grand prize winner on the Jan. 17 episode of the hit reality TV series "Sweet Genius" on the Food Network.

Obituary: Eleanor V. Brown, 92, Formerly of Hellertown

Eleanor V. Brown, 92, of the Phoebe Home in Allentown, and formerly of Hellertown, died Thursday, Jan. 17, 2013.