Trio Farms Granted $30,000 Credit Reduction

The public sewer line to service Trio Farms is now under construction.

Five Things to Know About the Debt Ceiling

Understanding the complexities of our national debt.

Nazareth, Upper Nazareth to Benefit from CDBG Funding

More than $500,000 in allocated funds will go to stormwater runoff improvements and low-income housing rehabilitation in Nazareth and Upper Nazareth Township.

Spring Brook Terrace Project to Start This Month

Upper Nazareth Township and the borough of Nazareth will work together to fix stormwater runoff issue.

Why the Chrin Interchange is "Mistaken Development"

The Easton area already has too much vacant office space and commercial real estate.

New Traffic Lights Cause Confusion in Tatamy

Tatamy officials witness near misses as motorists adjust to new traffic lights.

Portion of Hanoverville Road in Lower Nazareth to Close Aug. 8

The construction project to replace four drainage pipes could take up to 10 days.

Bushkill Township Receives Grant for Restoration Project

Bushkill Township received $15,000 to complete the West Douglasville Stream Bank and Riparian Buffer Restoration project.

Is it Time to Sell State Stores?

State Rep. Joe Emrick is asking for your opinion about the possible sell-off of state-run liquor stores.

Spring Brook Drainage Problem to be Fixed

Upper Nazareth Township and Nazareth Borough will work together to fix stormwater runoff issues at Spring Brook Terrace.

Nazareth Adds One Part-Time Officer, Loses Another

Police chief says he'd prefer to hire full-time officers.

Stormwater Runoff Plagues Residents of Spring Brook Terrace

Stormwater runoff onto Spring Brook Terrace needs to be fixed, borough and township officials agree; the question is, "Who pays?"

Anti-Texting Laws May Not Be Enough to Curb Crashes

Recent study suggests that accidents go up after enacting laws.

Liquor Store Privatization is a Balancing Act

What consumers should want to see in the final bill this fall.

County Shouldn't Be In the Swampland Business

Why should the taxpayers foot the bill for the Nature Conservancies projects?

County Council Reverses Preservation Vote

Move had given funding to Slate Belt project, but now council wants more appraisals.

Census Will Change County Council Districts

Three municipalities will be in new districts next year.

New Agreement to Save Township Thousands in Electricity Costs

A three-year deal with a private company could save Upper Nazareth Township more than $4,000 per year, supervisors say.

Council Approves Hiring of Two Part-Time Officers

Ten days after one of Nazareth's full-time officers was injured on the job, Nazareth Borough Council unanimously approves the hiring of two part-time officers.

In Their Words: Lawmakers Discuss State Budget

Legislators from across eastern Pennsylvania react to the passage of the state budget Thursday.

Fast Lane Towing Seeks to Escape Site Plan, Stormwater Expenses

A site plan and a stormwater management system could prove to be too costly for expanding business.

Patch Picks: Five Independence Day Facts

Celebrate the Fourth of July with barbecues, fireworks and a brief history lesson.

School District's Lunch Prices Will Increase 10 Cents

High school and middle school lunch will cost $2.20; elementary school and intermediate school lunch will be $1.95.

Hecktown Firefighter Graduates from Fire Academy

Keith Brooks, a Hecktown volunteer firefighter, was a member of the 2011 graduating class of the Bucks County Fire Academy.

Mayor, Top Cop Clash in Rowdy Meeting

Tempers flared at Monday night's Police Committee meeting in Nazareth when the future of the borough's police department was discussed.

County Votes to Preserve Woodlands

Council approves $260,000 in spending on Upper Mount Bethel properties.

Upper Nazareth Seeking Summer Volunteers

Supervisors agree to advertise for summer volunteers, will meet early next month to discuss revised budget proposals.

Gilbert Nomination Withdrawn

County Executive removes councilman's name after financial troubles come to light.

Upper Nazareth Supervisors Approve Revised Trio Farms Land Development Plan

A portion of the Trio Farms residential development will cross into Upper Nazareth, but will not be developed.

PennDOT Driver License Centers Closed Saturday and Monday

Motorists urged to utilize online services.

Department Budgets, Insurance Costs to be Tightened in Upper Nazareth

Supervisors look to cut department budgets, save on insurance costs.

Nazareth School Board President Loses Bid for Re-Election

Board president is out, incumbent and newcomer are in, according to unofficial primary returns.

Report: Butz, Miller Unofficial Winners in School Board Race

Board president defeated according to unofficial results

Chiavaroli to Continue 27-Year Run on Nazareth Council

Daniel Chiavaroli defeated Troy Keenhold by 76 votes in unofficial primary returns.

Lower Nazareth Planners Approve Land Development Proposal for New Jersey Auto Restorer

Ray’s Auto Restoration is one step closer to receiving final approval to build in Lower Nazareth.

Commissioners Review Sketch Plan for New Residential Development in Lower Nazareth

New development plans for 57 single-family houses in Lower Nazareth.

PennDOT Announces Detour Plan After Closure of Tatamy Bridge

The detour will take traffic south on Tatamy Road.

What You Need to Know Before Voting in Today's Primary Election

Candidate profiles, the Gracedale question, polling locations and more.

Newly Formed Hole Forces Early Closure of Tatamy Bridge Slated for Replacement

Newly formed hole forces an earlier closure of the 70-year-old bridge in Tatamy that connects Main Street and Uhler Road.

State Reps to Host Gas Drilling Hearing in Bethlehem

House Democratic Policy Committee to listen to public, industry and environmentalists at Town Hall.