Nazareth Patch Election Results 2012

Updates on the 2012 federal and state elections will be posted here throughout the day. Connect with us on Twitter too at #PatchElections.

Nazareth Area Communities Prepare for Hurricane Sandy

Township and borough officials in the Nazareth area are being proactive ahead of Hurricane Sandy.

Police: Nazareth Ambulance Driver Used Company Card for Personal Fuel

Brandon Miller, 19, of Nazareth has been charged with theft after allegedly racking up $400 in personal fuel charges on the Nazareth Ambulance gas card.

Lower Nazareth's Proposed 2013 Budget Includes $200,000 Decrease

Despite rising costs for police services and plans for a new municipal complex, the proposed 2013 budget for Lower Nazareth Township is $200,000 less than this year's plan; taxes expected to hold steady.

Nazareth's Colin Henderson a National Merit Semifinalist

Colin Henderson, a senior at Nazareth Area High School, is one of 16,000 semifinalists competing for 8,300 National Merit scholarships.

Nazareth Superintendent: School Lunches Going to Waste is 'Sinful'

The amount of fruit and vegetables being wasted daily in the Nazareth Area School District is “a tragedy, sinful," according to superintendent Dennis Riker.

Last 2012 Presidential Debate is Tonight at 9 p.m.

The third and final presidential debate between President Barack Obama and Republican challenger Mitt Romney will be held tonight, Oct. 22 at 9 p.m.

Lower Nazareth Residents Oppose Proposed Entrance to Saratoga Farms

Lower Nazareth residents were not happy to see Hartman Road extended into a proposed 56-home development next to the township municipal building. Would an entrance on Route 191 be better?

Switch to Single Trash Hauler Irks Upper Nazareth Residents

Taking out the trash and recycling -- and, more specifically, changes to the way it's all collected -- was debated during the Oct. 17 Upper Nazareth Board of Supervisors meeting.

Planners OK with Zoning Change for Proposed 500-Apartment Plan

The Lower Nazareth Planning Commission voted to recommend approval of a zoning change that would allow a proposed 500-apartment development near Louise Moore County Park to move forward.

The Next Presidential Debate: Schedule and Live Streaming

The second presidential debate between President Barack Obama and Republican challenger Mitt Romney is Tuesday, Oct. 16 at 9 p.m.

500-Apartment Development Proposed Near Louise Moore County Park

The Lower Nazareth Board of Supervisors refers preliminary plan for about 500 upscale apartments, a clubhouse and a pool -- proposed near Louise Moore Park -- to the Planning Commission for comments.

Presidential Debate Schedule 2012

The first presidential debate between President Barack Obama and Republican challenger Mitt Romney was held Oct. 3. Find out when the next matchups are scheduled and what the topics are.

Police: Councilman Hoped to Protect Legion from Officer's Prying Eyes

Larry Stoudt, 74, is facing one misdemeanor count of attempted obstruction after allegedly asking Nazareth's police chief to check the driver's license of a suspected liquor enforcement officer.

Lower Nazareth to Address Retail Thefts, Drain on Police Resources

Rather than patrolling the community, officers are spending more time handling retail thefts, according to the Colonial Regional Police Commission; Lower Nazareth Township is now taking steps to address the problem.

Submit Questions for Obama, Romney's Next Presidential Debate

If you have a question for Mitt Romney or President Obama, submit it in the comments section below and it could be asked during the televised Oct. 16 Town Hall Presidential Debate.

Nazareth Councilman Accused of Attempting to Obstruct a Police Investigation

Larry Stoudt, 74, is accused of attempting to obstruct a Pennsylvania State Police investigation into possible violations at a private social club in Nazareth.

Supervisors Approve Studies to Limit Truck Traffic on Silver Crest

Upper Nazareth Township is working to update its ordinances for weight-restricted roads, which are currently not backed by engineering or traffic studies; Silver Crest Road will be the first to undergo studies.

Polling Locations for Nazareth Area Residents

A complete list of polling locations for residents of Nazareth, Upper Nazareth, Lower Nazareth, Stockertown, Tatamy, Bushkill and Plainfield.

Leslie Altieri: Democratic Candidate for 138th State House Seat

Democrat Leslie Altieri is seeking the 138th state House seat.

Election Preview: 138th State House seat

Republican incumbent Marcia Hahn faces a challenge for the 138th state House seat from Democrat Leslie Altieri.

Marcia Hahn: Republican Candidate for 138th State House Seat

State Rep. Marcia Hahn, a Republican, is seeking re-election to the 138th State House seat.

Lower Nazareth Adopts Rain Garden Maintenance Agreement

The Lower Nazareth Board of Supervisors gives a green thumbs-up to a rain garden maintenance agreement that will allow property owners to redirect stormwater runoff.

Salmonella Alert: Nut Spread Recall Expands, Includes Almond, Organic

A Sunland peanut butter recall due to possible salmonella contamination has expanded to 100 products.

Supervisors Approve Phillips Feed & Pet Supply Addition

A warehouse in East Allen Township will no longer be needed now that Phillips Feed & Pet Supply received approval to build an addition to its distribution center in Lower Nazareth Township.

Lower Nazareth Supervisors Wary of Proposed Police Budget, Increase

Lower Nazareth Board of Supervisors express concern over the Colonial Regional Police Department's proposed budget -- and the township's $47,411 share to cover the increase.

CIT Plans Property Buy for Student-Built Homes, NASD Gives OK

Each of the five districts that send students to the Career Institute of Technology must approve a plan to purchase three building lots to be used for student-built housing projects.

State Rep. Joe Emrick to Hold Senior Fair Friday

Flu shots and health screenings will be available during State Rep. Joe Emrick's Senior Fair tomorrow (Friday, Sept. 21) in Forks Township.

Planners Allow Lower Nazareth Residents' Solar Panel Plan

A residential solar energy plan -- submitted by a husband and wife who hope to reduce their high electric bill -- receives nod of approval from neighbor and Lower Nazareth Planning Commission.

Shafer Elementary Students Praised for Fundraising Success

Shafer Elementary School students were recognized Monday by the Nazareth School Board for raising thousands of dollars to help fight blood cancer.

Nazareth School Board Adopts Revised Internet Policy

The decision to look into individual computer usage will be made by the district's technology department manager, and only with the approval of the superintendent, says Superintendent Dennis Riker.

Lower Nazareth Resident Plans to Appeal FEMA Flood Map

At least one Christian Springs Road homeowner plans to challenge FEMA’s recent determination that his home is in a flood zone; the change also means an increase in insurance rates.

Lower Nazareth Wins Trash Dispute with Selvaggio

Lower Nazareth Township solicitor tells supervisors that judge ruled Selvaggio Enterprises is responsible for trash removal at foreclosed property.

Nazareth Fire Victim Angered by Alleged Arson

Chuck Arthur says he lost most of what he owned in a fire on N. Green Street in Nazareth last March that police say was set by his next-door neighbor.

Autopsies: Crash Victims Died of Blunt Force Injuries

Autopsies were performed Wednesday on the two men hit by an SUV driven by a Nazareth woman on Race Street near the airport Monday.

PPL Explains Outages in Lower Nazareth

Lower Nazareth Township manager reports that PPL blamed weather and human error in response to complaint letter about 'chronic' power outages along Newburg Road.

Lower Nazareth Closer to Deal with Speedway Owners

Deal allowing Lower Nazareth Township to purchase a sliver of land within Nazareth Speedway for a drainage pipe may delay completion of Christian Springs Road project.

Who's Hiring? C.F. Martin, Bottom Dollar, FedEx Freight

Here are some of the jobs available in and around Nazareth.

Upper Nazareth Child Rape Suspect Goes on Trial

Accused of performing sex acts on a girl over 8 years, Dennis L. Prendes of Upper Nazareth Township says he is innocent, his lawyer told a jury.

Installation of Left-Turn Arrow Slowed by Red Tape

Motorists can't see it right now, but there is progress toward the installation of a new left-turn arrow at the intersection of S. Broad Street and Easton Road in Nazareth.