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?

Lehigh County voters will be asked in a ballot question Tuesday if future public-private debt issues must first get voter approval.

Library Officials Tout Construction Referendum

Parkland School District voters will decide whether a tax increase will fund the construction of a new library.

Parkland Library Will Put Drop Box in North Whitehall

Even if referendum is adopted to build new library in Upper Macungie, Walbert Avenue will stay open as a branch and a drop box will go up in North Whitehall, directors decide.

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.

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.

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.

Pass Road Funding Now, Official Urges Pa. Lawmakers

State lawmakers urged to pass funding to fix Pennsylvania's roads and bridges.

'Enough Already' Rally to Reopen Government Set for Tuesday

A rally urging Congress to reopen the government and resolve the debt limit crisis will be held Tuesday in Allentown.

5 Reasons Why Democrats Won't Unseat Tom Corbett

Gov. Tom Corbett may not be as vulnerable as Democrats think he is.

Raise Pa. Speed Limit to 70 mph?

A top state lawmaker wants to raise the Pennsylvania speed limit to 70 mph

6 Facts About Christopher Columbus & Columbus Day

There’s a whole day dedicated to Christopher Columbus, the man who sailed the ocean blue. in 1492.

Columbus Day: What's Open, What's Closed

Read what's open and closed in the North Whitehall area on this federal holiday.

Pa. Pill Tracker Could Breach Patient Privacy

Doctors say a proposed prescription tracker plan would violate patient confidentiality in Pennsylvania.

Pa. House Spends $15M for New Tourism Agency

Lawmakers want to promote Pennsylvania's 'brand" and tourism through a new state commission.

Two-Way Route 22 Traffic Could Return By Christmas

Delaware River Joint Toll Bridge Commission says work on Route 22 bridge project is at its halfway point for the year.

Plan to Pay More to Heat Your Home This Winter

More than 90 percent of homeowners in the U.S. will see higher heating expenses this year.

Will PA Same-Sex Couples be Able to File Joint Tax Returns?

It’s unclear if same-sex couples married in Pennsylvania will be recognized as married for federal tax purposes.

New $100 Bill in Circulation Tuesday

Ben Franklin is back and he's got a brand new look.

Corbett Compares Gay Marriage to Incest

Gov. Tom Corbett stirred controversy with a remark about gay marriage.

Last Chance: Register to Vote Monday

Monday is the last day to register to vote in the Nov. 5 municipal election

Gas Drilling Study Near Lehigh Valley Begins

State officials have commissioned a study on the potential for gas drilling in Bucks and Montgomery counties.

Who's Running for Lehigh County Commissioner in North Whitehall Area?

The Greater Northern Area Chamber is hosting a meet-and-greet for the incumbent and his challenger.

Cockroaches More Popular Than Congress

Congress less popular than cockroaches, root canals and traffic jams, public poll shows.

Eliminate Property Taxes in Pa.?

There's growing support for a plan to replace the property tax with higher income and sales taxes in Pennsylvania.

Lehigh Valley Zoo Funding in Limbo

The Lehigh County Board of Commissioners delayed a decision on the Lehigh Valley Zoo's funding.

Lehigh Valley Zoo Officials to Urge County Commissioners for Funding

Lehigh Valley Zoo officials hope public will show up at Lehigh County Commissioners meeting to show support for a proposed six-year funding plan.

Tri-Clover Fire Equipment, Response Plan to Get Outside Review

South Whitehall officials have instituted better financial oversight after $850,000 was allegedly embezzled from township utility funds.

Where Can You See Elk in Pa.?

It's time to celebrate 100 years of elk in Pennsylvania.

Battle Brewing: Gas Drillers Vs. Endangered Species

Environmentalists see Pennsylvania's growing gas drilling industry as a threat to endangered species.

Can Pa. Towns Drink Their Way Out of Debt?

A proposed tax on alcoholic drinks could help financially distressed municipalities in Pa.

N. Whitehall Awarded $15K Recycling Grant

The $14,497 grant, which was recently awarded, is for 2011, he said.

EMS, Schnecksville, Laurys Station Senior Groups Awarded Grants

North Whitehall Township awarded nearly $14,000 in grants to Emergency Management Services and two local senior citizens groups.

Should It Be Easier to Switch Banks?

Moving money takes time and money.

Commissioners to Take Steps to Save King George Inn

About 40 people who oppose the King George Inn's destruction told South Whitehall Commissioners they want the developer to rehabilitate the 257-year-old building.

Why Are Flags at Half-Staff in North Whitehall?

Maybe you noticed that flags around North Whitehall have been lowered this week.

Should Controversial Police Chief Be Fired?

Should controversial eastern Pennsylvania Police Chief Mark Kessler be fired?

PA 'Going in Wrong Direction,' Pawlowski Says

Allentown Mayor Ed Pawlowski campaigns close to home in gubernatorial race.

Match 6 Lotto Jackpot Will Top $6M Thursday

A record-setting $6 million jackpot will be up for grabs in Thursday's Match 6 Lotto drawing.