Here's How to See International Space Station Flying Over Upper Macungie

When and where to look for the International Space Station.

Lower Macungie Commissioners Vote to Bring Back Property Tax

The Lower Macungie Board of Commissioners passes a 2014 budget Thursday night that establishes a property tax rate of .33 mills.

Pa. Lawmakers Join World in Mourning Nelson Mandela

Mandela served 27 years in prison for anti-apartheid activities and served as S. Africa’s first black president.

PA Governor's Race: Allentown Mayor To Kick Off Jobs Tour

LETTER: Commissioner Says Property Tax Not 'Right Solution' for Lower Mac's Financial Future

Lower Macungie Township Commissioner Ryan Conrad asks constituents to let the board of commissioners know what they think about reinstating a property tax in the township.

LETTER: Tell Officials What you Think About 'Revote' on Costco TIF

Letter writer asks East Penn residents whether tax handouts to an out-of-state developer in the form of a TIF are really preferable to fully funding schools and government services.

Rick Hoffman Still Wants Macungie to Pay His Legal Bills

Former Macungie Mayor Rick Hoffman still owes more than $100,000 in legal fees from his battle over access to the Macungie police department and he's asking the courts to make the borough pay his bill.

Properties Up for Nov. 22 Sheriff's Sale

Dozens of properties are slated to be sold at monthly Lehigh County sheriff's sale on Friday.

Report: Justices Spent $300K on TV Ads in Retention Elections

Watchdog group says more high-stakes judicial elections are a trend.

Township Must 'Get Back to Reality,' Reinstate Property Tax, Manager Says

The Lower Macungie Township Board of Commissioners is scheduled for a final vote on the proposed 2014 Township Budget at the board's Dec. 5 meeting. If adopted the $18.5 million spending plan would enact a property tax for the first time in 11 years.

What Child Care Costs Mean for You and Your Family

Valley Forge Park to Honor American Soldiers on Veterans Day

Guests can take tours and see demos from reenactments to musket demonstrations.

Three Ways the Shutdown Hurt the Economy

A recent report from Washington lays out damage done by last month’s government shutdown.

FDA Targets Trans Fat in Processed Foods

Measure would remove artificially manufactured fats from ingredients’ lists

Full House At Lower Macungie Commissioners Meeting

Moment of Silence Friday at Airports Nationwide

TSA employees will honor the one among them who was killed in a shooting rampage in Los Angeles.

Gov. Tom Corbett To Campaign for Re-Election in LV Friday

Republican Gov. Tom Corbett kicked off his re-election bid this week in Pittsburgh.

What Do You Want From Your Elected Officials?

Election season is over and now your elected officials are looking to the future. What are your hopes and dreams for their terms?

Lehigh County Voters To Have Say in Public-Private Debt Issues

Debt issues involving both county government and private interests will now have to get voter approval.

Michael Schware Wins Lehigh County Commissioner Race

Republican Michael Schware held onto his Lehigh County commissioner seat, defeating Wesley Barrett in Tuesday's election, according to unofficial tallies.

Tom Muller Wins Lehigh County Executive Race

Democrat Tom Muller defeats Republican Scott Ott for Lehigh County executive in Tuesday's election, according to unofficial vote tallies.

Beitler, Higgins, Conrad Winners in Township Commissioners Race

Lower Macungie voters pick two newcomers, incumbent, according to unofficial results from Tuesday’s general election.

Percy Dougherty Re-Elected Lehigh County Commissioner

Republican incumbent Percy Dougherty, of Lower Macungie, defeated Democrat Susan Ellis Wild, of South Whitehall, according to unofficial tallies.

Cordner Edges Out Conrad in Macungie Mayor Race

Gary Cordner was the top vote-getter in Tuesday's race for Macungie mayor, according to unofficial results.

'Meet Your Legislators' Wednesday in Center Valley

U.S. Rep. Charlie Dent, State Sen. Pat Browne, State Rep. Ryan Mackenzie, State Rep. Justin Simmons, State Rep. Dan McNeill and State Rep. Mike Schlossberg will be participating.

Did You Vote Yet?

Macungie Voter's Guide: 2013 General Election

Here's what you need to know about Tuesday's municipal election in Macungie Borough and Lower Macungie Township.

What's at Stake in East Penn School Board Race?

Six candidates - including three incumbents -- battle for four seats in the East Penn School Board race in Tuesday’s general election.

$700,000 Lottery Ticket Sold in Lehigh Valley

Jerry Simcoe Beverage on Route 248 will get $5,000 bonus for selling winning Cash 5 ticket.

Two Candidates Compete for Mayor of Macungie Borough

Democrat Gary Cordner faces Republican Ronald P. Conrad in the race for Macungie Mayor in Tuesday's General Election.

Simmons: Voters Should Vote 'Yes' on Debt Question

State Rep. Justin Simmons says in a Letter to the Editor at Patch that voters should vote 'yes' on a ballot debt question in Tuesday's election.

FAA Allows Most Electronic Devices Throughout Flights

Legionnaires' Disease Reported at Outpatient Complex

Pennsylvania Department of Health Issues advisory to doctors concerning outbreak of potentially deadly respiratory infection.

Should Voters Have Say When Government Goes Into Debt?

LETTER: Writer Says Rhoads and Donatelli Not Pro-Education

Letter writer says voters in East Penn School District should be wary of running mates Garrett Rhoads and Chris Donatelli, who are running for the East Penn School Board on the Team ESPD ticket.

Meet the Lehigh County Candidates at Forum Friday

The League of Women's Voters is sponsoring a candidate's forum Friday. The election is Nov. 5.

Leaf Collection Begins Monday in Macungie

Curbside leaf collection in Macungie Borough begins Oct. 28 and continues on Mondays through the end of November.

PoliticsPA Dubs Lehigh County Executive Race 'Most Interesting'

Republican Scott Ott and Democrat Tom Muller, both of Lower Macungie, will square off for Lehigh County's top job in the Nov. 5 election.

Pa. at Critical Intersection: Pass Road Funding Now or Risk Greater Costs, Danger [Op-Ed]

The following op-ed is by David M. Sanko, the executive director of the Pennsylvania State Association of Township Supervisors.

It's Corbett and Gas Drillers Vs. Dems and Fracking Tax

Gas drillers figure to be important allies as Gov. Tom Corbett seeks re-election.