Neighbors Say 30 West Development Would Cause Traffic, Stormwater Runoff

30 West, a private enclave of luxury homes, has been proposed on two vacant lots off the 3100 block of Washington Street on the South Whitehall and West Allentown border.

Audits to Cost $70K After Alleged $850K Embezzlement

South Whitehall's Finance Department recently requested $70,000 to cover additional expenses from the 2011 and 2012 township audits.

South Whitehall Commissioners Support Jaindl Plan for Shoemaker Lot

Developer David Jaindl discusses a plan to buy the Shoemaker auto dealership and rezone it for neighborhood shops next to his proposed development, The Hills at Winchester.

South Whitehall Early Retirements to Save $334K First Year

Five South Whitehall Township employees' early retirements are expected to help reduce the township's long-term pension and healthcare costs.

5 Accept Early Retirement in South Whitehall

Four South Whitehall Township Public Works Department employees and one clerical worker accept early retirement packages.

Mass Shooting at Meeting: 'It's the World We Live in Now,' South Whitehall Official Says

P.J. Whelihan's Clears Zoning Hurdle

Penn State Sex Scandal: Former Lehigh Valley Man to Stand Trial

Former Penn State Vice President Gary Schultz, a graduate of Nazareth High School, will stand trial in the alleged cover-up of the Jerry Sandusky child sex abuse scandal.

Ritter Road Closed for Sewer Work

The South Whitehall General Services Department is installing storm sewer pipe.

Should Pa. Lift Ban on Sunday Hunting?

Hunters are suing the Pa. Game Commission over Pennsylvania's long-standing ban on Sunday hunting

Pa. Joins National Effort to Uncover Meth Labs

Pennsylvania has become the 29th state to sign on to a nationwide registry used to track people who buy medication that can be used to make meth.

King George Inn Could Be Torn Down for a Bank

The owners of the King George Inn said he had been steadily losing business and had difficulty selling the building.

15-Home Development Coming to Chapmans Road

Ressler Acres would have 14 single-family twin homes and one detached home on Chapmans Road in South Whitehall.

New Public Safety Commission Member Appointed

Richard Snyder was recently appointed to the South Whitehall Township Public Safety Commission.

Jaindl to Discuss Hills at Winchester Development Wednesday

David Jaindl met neighborhood opposition when he proposed buying the Shoemaker car lot to build high-end stores and a restaurant and create another access road to the Hills at Winchester.

Tonkins Embezzlement Case Going to Court

The grand jury investigation report on Nancy and William Tonkin, accused of embezzling $850,000 from South Whitehall, was used in lieu of a preliminary hearing.

16 South Whitehall Employees Offered Early Retirement

South Whitehall Township hopes to reduce longterm pension and healthcare costs by offering early retirement to 16 employees.

Cedar Crest Boulevard Speed Limit to Remain 40 Mph

A PennDOT speed limit study of Cedar Crest Boulevard was prompted by some residents' complaints.

P.J. Whelihan's Needs Wider Buffer, Zoning Board Says

P.J. Whelihan's owners will have to reappear before South Whitehall Zoning Hearing Board Aug. 1 before decision can be made.

Owners Want to Raze P.J. Whelihan's

P.J. Whelihan's owners will ask South Whitehall Zoning Hearing Board for permission Monday to build a 250-seat restaurant at Broadway and W. Tilghman Street.

Fourth of July: What's Closed, What's Open

Here is what's open and closed on the Fourth of July in South Whitehall.

One-Lane Route 22 Traffic Takes Fourth of July Break

Single lane traffic on Route 22 near Easton is expected to resume July 8.

How to Make Covered Bridge Park Even Better

Consulting firm will study Covered Bridge Park and how to connect it to the proposed Jordan Creek Parkway.

Money Controls Tighter After Alleged $850K Embezzlement

South Whitehall's auditing firm recommended better financial oversight after $850,000 was allegedly embezzled from the township utility funds.

PennDOT to Work on Route 309 Near Huckleberry

Plan your commute in South Whitehall.

Police Can Seize DNA From Suspects Without Warrant

The Supreme Court says taking a swab of DNA sample from the inside of a cheek of a defendant is no different than other booking procedures, such as mug shots and fingerprinting.

Should Township Waive Pavilion Rental Fees?

South Whitehall Board of Commissioners discuss waiving pavilion rental fees for public service and non-profit organizations.

Dorney Park Nightly Fireworks Rejected

The South Whitehall Township Zoning Hearing Board unanimously rejects Dorney Park & Wildwater Kingdom's appeal to hold nightly fireworks.

No Decision Yet on Dorney Park Nightly Fireworks

Opponents of Dorney Park & Wildwater Kingdom's nightly fireworks plan will testify Monday in front of the South Whitehall Township Zoning Hearing Board.

Dorney Park Nightly Fireworks Plan Rankles Residents

Dorney Park neighbors want South Whitehall Township solicitor to represent them and township at Zoning Hearing Board.

South Whitehall Police to Help with 'Tough Mudder'

The two-day Tough Mudder event is Saturday and Sunday at Raven Valley Farm near North Whitehall.

PennDOT Road Work: Week of May 26

Plan your commute in South Whitehall.

Alleged Embezzler's Pension Could Get Frozen

Nancy Tonkin, the former South Whitehall utility supervisor who is charged with her husband, William, of embezzling $850,000 from the township, might not have access to her pension.

Who to Contact With Questions About Alleged Embezzlement

South Whitehall Township has set up a website and email address for residents who have questions and concerns about the alleged $1 million embezzled from the utilities department.

New Safeguards Installed Since Alleged Embezzlement

Cash register and antiquated financial software have been replaced since former South Whitehall Township employee Nancy Tonkin's alleged embezzlement was uncovered.

Percy Dougherty Wins GOP Nod for Lehigh County Commissioner, District 2

Incumbent Percy Dougherty faced a challenge from Scott Aquila for the Republican nomination to a Lehigh County commissioner seat in a district that includes South Whitehall, Upper Macungie, Lower Macungie and Alburtis.

Browning Concedes, Ott Wins GOP Nod for Lehigh County Executive

Republican Dean Browning concedes defeat to Scott Ott for their party's nomination for Lehigh County executive in Tuesday's primary, according to unofficial vote tallies.

Lehigh County Executive Bill Hansell Resigns

Lehigh County Executive Bill Hansell was recently hospitalized with pneumonia and subsequently diagnosed with non-Hodgkins lymphoma, according to a release from Lehigh County. Tom Muller is now acting executive.

South Whitehall Voters Guide: 2013 Primary

Here's what you need to know about Tuesday's primary election in South Whitehall Township.

2 Seek GOP Nod for Lehigh County Commissioner, District 2

Incumbent Percy Dougherty faces a challenge from Scott Aquila for the Republican nomination to a Lehigh County commissioner seat in a District that includes South Whitehall, Upper Macungie, Lower Macungie and Alburtis.