Register for Kalmbach's Gingerbread House Competition

Sign ups underway for the 11th annual Kalmbach gingerbread house construction contest.

Where To Donate Toys for Tots in Macungie Area

Find out where you can deposit new and unwrapped toys in the Macungie area.

The Hairport: 'Atypical in Atmosphere and Attitude'

The Hairport in Trexlertown wants to serve those who are disenchanted by appointment delays and chaotic salon atmospheres.

$10M Ponzi Scam, Local Family on 'Rachael Ray:' Top Lehigh Valley News

Also making headlines: Future Business Leaders work to brighten the holidays; A country legend to headline Musikfest; State police seek hit-and-run driver.

Kalmbach's Gingerbread House Competition

The perfect gift for the senior who needs a ride!

Healthier Holidays, Preserving Your Vegetable Harvest: Best of Patch Blogs

Take a look back at some of the best blogs on Patch this week.

How Do I Give Back to My Community?

Find your local volunteering and philanthropic opportunities here.

Map: Areas With Poverty & People Paying ‘Too Much’ for Rent

The map below shows a snapshot across town of the percentage of people living in poverty and the percentage of people who spent 35 percent or more of their income on rent.

Will You Be Hitting the Road This Thanksgiving?

Wednesday is the single busiest travel day of the year.

Turkey Meals, Turkey Trots, Holiday Shopping: This Week

Here's a look at the week ahead in Macungie and Lower Macungie Township.

FREE Property Inspection Before The Holidays

Renovations by Persing: Ready to Conquer Any Renovation Challenge

A personal home renovation launched a successful business for Lower Macungie natives Art and Janet Persing.

Talking Turkey With David Jaindl

So who cooks the bird in the Jaindl household for Thanksgiving? Are any famous tables getting a Jaindl bird? Turkey farmer David Jaindl answers our questions.

Holiday TV Guide: Find Out When Your Seasonal Favorites Air

Frosty, Rudolph and Charlie Brown are coming to town.

Missing Woman, Hoffman Wants Macungie to Pay Top Local News

Also making headlines this week: An Emmaus High senior is heading to the Macy's Day Parade; A good samaritan helps track a hit and run driver; Patch asks Macungie area businesses to share their stories.

Same-Sex Wedding Church Debate: Top Eastern Pennsylvania News

Also making headlines: St. Mary's Villa, where "The Trouble with Angels" was filmed, is set to be sold to developers; alleged bank robber sought and arrests made in killings.

LLM Presents - Bringing Nashville North: Writers in the Round Concert

LLM Presents - Bringing Nashville North: Writers in the Round Concert

Map: Areas With Poverty and Homes Without Heat

The map below shows a snapshot across town of the percentage of families living in poverty and the percentage of homes without heating fuel or heating equipment.

Taste Chili, Eat Sweets, Do Some Holiday Shopping: Saturday

The Eyer Chili Cook-off, Bake-off and Craft Fair runs from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. on Saturday at Eyer Middle School. Proceeds from ticket sales benefit Turning Point of the Lehigh Valley.

Nor'easter Could Impact Thanksgiving Travel

"The timing of this storm couldn't be worse," a government agency says, warning travelers to expect delays.

Map: What Part of Town Has the Most Children in Poverty?

The map below shows a snapshot across town of the percentage of children living below the poverty line.

Holiday Recipe: Homemade Sourdough Bread and Compound Butter

Treat your dinner guests to something extra special this holiday with these recipes for orange cranberry butter and sourdough bread.

State Transportation Bill Passes, Higher Fees on the Way

Gov. Tom Corbett is expected to sign a bill that eventually will inject $2.3 billion into transportation initiatives.

Where to Donate Food Locally for Thanksgiving Meals

Do you know of organizations that are collecting food and other items for Thanksgiving? Tell us in the comments.

Stolen Ashes, Beating Death, Bank Robbery: Top LV News

Also making headlines: Seedway fire sends up large black pillar of smoke, and local municipality plans community mosaic project.

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Check Out the Merchandise: Friday

The fall book sale at the Lower Macungie Library runs from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 22 and Saturday, Nov. 23.

Celebrity Psychic's Death, Burglary: Top Local News

Also making headlines: Witnesses sought in accident and Parkland School District applauds departing school board president.

See U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree in Allentown Saturday

The U.S. Capitol Christmas tree will make a stop in Allentown on Saturday and be on display from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Mack Trucks Customer Center, 2402 Lehigh Parkway South, Allentown.

[VIDEO] Tips for Creating a Gluten-Free Holiday Menu

Here's what to serve gluten-free guests for the holidays.

Map: Which Low-Income Families Are Without Plumbing?

The map below shows a snapshot of the percentage of people living in poverty and the percentage of homes without plumbing across town.

Epic Fail! The Funniest Thanksgiving Mishaps [SPONSORED]

Whether it’s a side dish that goes awry or a half-thawed turkey, Thanksgiving mishaps happen. Here are some of the funniest and most unusual ones—and how you can avoid a similar fate. Sponsored by Sony.

Pancake Eating, Chili Cooking: This Weekend

Also, Christkindlmarkt opens for the first time this season.

Man Charged in Beating Death, Fire at Seedway: Top Local News

Also making headlines: Good Samaritan helps track down alleged hit-and-run driver.

Thanksgiving Dinner, Appetizer Style

Revamp Thanksgiving dinner with appetizers as the main course.

Map: How Are Veteran Communities Changing?

About 200,000 enlisted men and women leave the service every year, and many are eager to buy a home and settle down.

What Are You Thankful For?

Share your photos with the hashtag #thankfulfor or directly to kathleen@patch.com and we may feature you in a national gallery.

Boomerang Kids: When Your Adult Children Ask for Money

Ask yourself these questions before you hand over the cash.