Pinochle & Snacks Part 5 of 9 - Half way through our 2010 journey

Are you out there reading? I hope so.

Pinochle & Snacks - Part 4 of 9 - More on Our 2010 Journey

Part 4 of 9 - We are still learning and having fun, hope you're still reading and enjoying!

Pinochle & Snacks Part 3 of 9

Part three of our 2010 journey into learning to play Pinochle. I hope you're enjoying the blog and the recipes. Drop in a comment and let us know.

Pinochle & Snacks Part 2 of 9

Part 2 of our journey into the world of Pinochle playing. We're starting to get the hang of the game, albiet slowly. Enjoy!

This Week at the Library: Daddy and Me

Check out the programs available this week at the library!

Pinochle & Snacks

A journey taken in 2010 by a Macungie couple trying to fill our days as "empty-nesters". Read along, maybe learn a little and hopefully laugh a lot!

The "OTHER" Folder? OH NO!

The "OTHER" Folder on Facebook? Did you know?

Request to Rezone Quarry and Rt. 100 on Tonight's BOC Agenda

The public should to be aware that a request to rezone 7513 Quarry Road will be under consideration to forward to the planning commission this Thursday at the Board of Commissioners meeting.

This Week at the Library: Be Sensible During Flu Season

Lots of programs this week at the library!

Jaindl's New Spring Creek Plan Could End Funding for Lawsuit

David Jaindl presents an enhanced plan for the Spring Creek development at 3 p.m. today at his office, 3150 Coffeetown Road, Orefield. It is open to the public.

Bunion Center of Lehigh Valley Opened by East Penn Foot & Ankle

East Penn Foot & Ankle Associates announces the Bunion Center of the Lehigh Valley.

K-9 Veterans Day Ideas for March 13

They served to save, they deserve to be remembered.

This Week at the Library: Holiday Activities and Library Schedule

This week at the library, including some closings information for the next two weeks.

Join The National Effort to Make March 13 Annual K-9 Veterans' Day

Things certainly changed by the time Vietnam, came to be. That is the only war where the dogs were declared “surplus equipment," and left behind.

Friends LMT Responds to Commonwealth Court Decision

Funding the lawsuit was an overwhelming community effort by nearly 100 individual donors making individual contributions ranging from $5 to several thousands of dollars.

This Week at the Library: Coffee Saturdays Continue

Library programs this week and looking ahead to next week!

Christmas is Coming to Macungie Holiday This Saturday

MACUNGIE HOLIDAY on Saturday, December 8, 2012 from 9 am - 3pm features, family fun, food and Holiday spirit for everyone!

This Week at the Library: Santa!!!!

This week at the library, there are plenty of drop-by storytime options, including Saturday's visit by Santa!

Tom Hylton Challenges LMT Officials to Think Big

Imagine a McDonalds in a large colonial style house with large windows, a front door and roof a small nice tasteful sign. That's what the little town of Freeport, Maine made its McDonalds do.

Holiday Open House & Macungie Holidays are Coming Saturday!

Come on out for our Chix Open House and Macungie Holiday on 12/8/12 from 9-3. Lots to do!

Variance requests tonight for Hamilton Crossings Costco/Target

The developer for Hamilton Crossings will be requesting dozens of variances tonight at the 7:00 pm zoning hearing board meeting.

Macungie Lights its Holiday Tree at 6:30 p.m.

Macungie Holiday Lighting Ceremony tonight at 6:30 p.m. at the Flower Park on Main Street.

This Week at the Library: Winter Information

Getting into the holiday season at the library! See what's coming up this week and in early December!

Wedding Planning Tips!

The internet can be an incredible tool for wedding planning paired with a smart phone it makes the gathering and sharing of ideas super convenient.

Certificate of Proclamation...Designating March 13 of Every Year K-9 Veterans' Day

I am asking you to go to your local, state, and federal legislatures and obtain proclamations from them designating March 13 as K-9 Veterans’ Day.

This Week at the Library: Book Sale!

Lots coming up at the library the next couple of weeks, starting with this week's annual Fall Book Sale at the end of the week! Check out the details!

Visit Local Veterans Memorials on this Beautiful Day

Take a moment to visit one on these on this beautiful Veterans day! Here are some photos I took today on a walk visiting the 3 memorials within walking distance of my office.

Dropping Your Alarm Monitoring

There's a growing trend, in today's economy, to drop alarm monitoring from the family budget. But there is a way, to monitor your home security system yourself.

Libraries Offer Community

The library was extremely busy following Hurricane Sandy providing more than just books!

Jaindl subdivision hearing has its day in court

The Subdivision portion of the ongoing 700 acre Jaindl Warehouse, Strip Mall and Residential development had it's day in court Tuesday.

East Penn Foot and Ankle Associates and Robbins Rehabilitation donate turkeys for hungry and homeless of the Lehigh Valley.

Just in time for Thanksgiving! East Penn Foot and Ankle Associates and Robbins Rehabilitation are teaming up to feed the hungry and homeless of the Lehigh Valley.

Important resident survey! Parks, Recreation & Open Space!

As part of the Lower Macungie Township Comp Recreation, Parks Open Space Planning, the Township is gathering public opinions on preferences and current usage of our park and recreation system.

This Week at the Library

This week at the library, we have storytimes, book club and computer classes. And if anyone's still without power or internet following the storm, come use ours!

PA Governor's Statement on Hurricane Deductibles Confused You?

This is to help folks better understand the recent press release from Governor Tom Corbett regarding "hurricane deductibles" and Hurricane Sandy.

LMT Officials Stand Firm on Resident's Request for Flooding Buyout

The residents who came in front of the LMT BOC pleading for matching funding to attain a federal FEMA buyout of their properties in Ancient Oaks on Spring Creek Rd were denied the request.

Why Hurricane Sandy Reminds Me of 9/11

Why Hurricane Sandy Reminds Me of 9/11

Possible Adoption of Greenway Plan Tonight

FYI - On the agenda of tonight's Board of Commissioners meeting (The elected local government for Lower Macungie Twp.) is resolution 2012-17 the adoption of the Greenway Plan.

Same Day Film creates memorable wedding reception

Same Day Films offer memorable wedding reception

Local Social Media Valuable During Storm

A month ago LMT launched their Facebook and Twitter. Props to Commissioner Conrad for spearheading it despite sometimes snarky support from some of the other commissioners.

Mr. Smith: Go to Washington! (Tom Smith for US Senate)

US Senator Bob Casey has failed to make the case for his reelection. Send Mr. Smith to Washington! Tom Smith for US Senate!