Flu Widespread in Pennsylvania, Health Department Says

Flu cases have now been confirmed in at least half the regions of the state.

Toomey, Dent 'Unlikely Newsmakers of 2013: Report

Planning Commission Balks at Dead-End Street Plan

Luxury home developers told to go to South Whitehall Public Safety Committee to get approval to barricade N. 31st Street.

Cetronia Ambulance Gets 40 Percent of Budget Request

South Whitehall Commissioners vote for $10,000 contribution to ambulance corps as it adopts 2014 budget.

Child Porn Bill Passes Pa. House, Senate

The bill enhances sentencing for those convicted on child pornography charges.

30 West Plan to Build Luxury Homes Changes

Developer has scaled back from 10 homes to 8, but wants to extend 31st Street; township planners will review next week.

Are Garbage Trucks Waking You at Night?

Township man complains to commissioners that garbage trucks are visiting his neighborhood in the middle of the night.

Winter Driving Tips: PennDOT

Here's what PennDOT recommends you keep in an emergency kit.

Here's How to See International Space Station Flying Over South Whitehall Patch

When and where to look for the International Space Station

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.

Stink-Prone Composter Won't Add New Biomaterial

Huckleberry Associates agrees not to add new rotting vegetation to compost pile while its legal fight with South Whitehall continues.

Final Leaf Collection to Begin Monday

Township asking residents to make sure leaves are placed curbside by Monday morning.

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

Are You Smart Enough To Be An American?

Take this exam to see if you would qualify for U.S. citizenship.

Township Taxes to Stay Level; Garbage Fees to Drop

Township manager announces some details of 2014 budget: garbage fees to decline from $344 to $280 a year.

Colleagues Applaud Departing School Board President

Described as passionate, professional, gracious and 'a class act,' Jayne Bartlett steps aside after 12 years.

Next School Tax Hike Will be 2.1% or Less, Administrator Says

Parkland's director of business administration says district will not have to go above Department of Education index for next tax hike.

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.

Drivers, Get Ready for Winter: PennDOT

Here's six things to carry in your winter emergency kit.

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

Township Hires New Administration Director

Howard Kutzler, former Bethlehem Township manager, is hired for South Whitehall's number two job.

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.

Township Wants Public Help in Historic Preservation Effort

Commissioners delay hiring a consultant to create a new ordinance, but authorize a public subcommittee to steer preservation efforts.

Percy Dougherty Re-Elected Lehigh County Commissioner

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

Parkland Library Ballot Question Defeated

Voters oppose raising taxes to finance construction of new library in Upper Macungie Township.

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.

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.

'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.

Corbett Says $1M Available in Solar Rebates

Small businesses and homeowners can still apply for solar energy rebates in Pennsylvania.

Did You Vote Yet?

Polls are open until 8 p.m. Tuesday. Voters are casting ballots for Lehigh County executive, the Parkland Community Library referendum and other positions.

South Whitehall Voters' Guide: 2013 General Election

A look at who and what will be on your ballot on Tuesday.

Plan to Improve Covered Bridge Park Nearly Complete

Public is invited to Monday night meeting to view proposals and make comments.

$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.

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

Muller, Ott Battle for Lehigh County Executive

Democrat Tom Muller and Republican Scott Ott will face off in Tuesday's election for the county's top job.