Meet Lehigh County Commissioner Candidate: Scott Aquila

Scott Aquila, of Lower Macungie, is one of two candidates in the Republican primary for Lehigh County Commissioner, District 2. The primary is Tuesday, May 21.

Meet Lehigh County Commissioner Candidate: Percy Dougherty

Incumbent Percy Dougherty, of Lower Macungie, is one of two candidates in the Republican primary for Lehigh County Commissioner, District 2. The primary is Tuesday, May 21.

P.J. Whelihan's Seeks Liquor License Transfer

South Whitehall commissioners to have public hearing Wednesday on possible transfer of a new liquor license to P.J. Whelihan's.

Browning, Ott Battle for Lehigh County GOP Vote

Political foes Scott Ott and Dean Browning seek the Republican Party nomination for Lehigh County Executive in the May 21 primary.

Meet Lehigh County Executive Candidate: Scott Ott

Republican Scott Ott is one of two candidates seeking his party's nomination for Lehigh County Executive in the May 21 primary.

Meet Lehigh County Executive Candidate: Dean Browning

Republican Dean Browning is one of two candidates seeking his party's nomination for Lehigh County Executive in the May 21 primary.

Police Will Swarm Dorney Park for Mass Casualty Drill Next Week

Police and emergency crews will converge on Dorney Park & Wildwater Kingdom Monday, May 13, for a mass casualty drill.

Is 40 Mph Too Fast on Cedar Crest?

South Whitehall commissioners give PennDOT permission to study traffic on a stretch of N. Cedar Crest Boulevard after a resident complained the speed limit is too high.

SWT Emergency Management Coordinator Wins Award

Jeff Kelly, South Whitehall emergency management coordinator, was recognized by his peers for the Municipal Coordinator Award.

$4M P.J. Whelihan's Restaurant Concerns Residents

P.J. Whelihan's plans to raze the 143-year-old building on Broadway and build a larger, 250-seat eatery in its place.

Detox Center Opening in Lehigh Valley

Former U.S. Drug Czar Barry McCaffrey will be among the VIPs participating at the grand opening of the new residential drug treatment center in Salisbury Township.

Manassas-Guth Covered Bridge Repairs Could Begin This Year

The historic bridge could be closed up to four months during repairs, the South Whitehall commissioners were told Wednesday.

2 Free Outdoor Concerts Announced at Covered Bridge Park

South Whitehall is planning to host concerts in May and August at the township's flagship park.

South Whitehall Man Admits Defrauding Schools

Former principals of Circle Systems Group in Palmer Township overcharged districts, exchanged gifts for work, U.S. Attorney says.

2 Seek South Whitehall Commissioner Seats

Incumbents Christina 'Tori' Morgan and Tom Johns are seeking re-election to the South Whitehall Board of Commissioners.

4 Seek Parkland School Board Seats

Four candidates, including three incumbents, seek four seats on the Parkland School Board. Jayne Bartlett is not seeking re-election.

Local Lawyer Criticizes Blind Party Ideology

Susan Ellis Wild, a lawyer from South Whitehall, is running unopposed on the Democratic ticket in District 2 primary race for Lehigh County commissioner.

PennDOT Road Work: Week of March 17

Plan your commutes.

South Whitehall Woman Joins Lehigh County Commissioner Race

Fourteen candidates are running for Lehigh County commissioner seats in May 21 primary, according to an unofficial voter registration list.

Expect Better Sight Lines at Intersections

The South Whitehall commissioners pass an ordinance to improve clear-sight triangle requirements.

Local Bands Wanted To Play Summer Concerts

South Whitehall Township officials are looking for local bands to play summer concerts at Covered Bridge Park and the annual National Night Out event.

Free New Maps To Be Mailed to Residents

A free, new street map of South Whitehall Township will soon be mailed to residents.

Jaindl Gives Overview of The Hills at Winchester [Video]

The Hills at Winchester, a proposed 90-home development on the former Rutz Farm, was presented at recent South Whitehall Planning Commission.

PennDOT Road Work: Week of March 4

Plan your commutes.

Covered Bridge Park Section of Greenway Moving Forward

South Whitehall commissioners reiterate their support for the section of the Jordan Park Greenway that would go through Covered Bridge Park.

Sen Toomey: Let Obama Make Sequester Cuts

Lehigh Valley Sen. Pat Toomey proposes letting the White House make targeted spending cuts to avoid across-the-board reductions if sequester kicks in Friday.

PennDOT to Work on Routes 100, 309 and 22 This Week

Plan your commutes.

Jaindl's Rutz Farm Development Gets Public Hearing Thursday

David Jaindl had proposed developing the 94.4-acre Rutz Farm off Walbert Avenue back in 2011.

$450K Mobile Command Unit Eyed by South Whitehall

South Whitehall and Upper Macungie township officials agreed Wednesday to seek state and local grants to help pay for a new high-tech mobile emergency command unit.

Lehigh County Director of Emergency Services to Retire

Lehigh County will soon begin the recruitment process to find Thomas Nervine’s replacement.

Fee May Be Charged for Runaway Pets in South Whitehall

Commissioner David Bond wants the township to look into having pet owners share some costs when picking up a runaway pet.

Trash, Recycling Increases Still an Issue for South Whitehall Residents

Three South Whitehall residents addressed Commissioners Wednesday night about recent increases to their trash and recycling bill

Protesters Unite Monday in Anticipation of Corbett's Budget

A group of public union members and people from the community gathered Monday to protest cuts they assume Gov. Corbett will announce Tuesday as part of his budget.

You're Invited to Whitehall Chamber's Mayoral Luncheon

Members and future members are welcome.

Water, Sewer Bill Error Causes Flood of Complaints

Inflated bills incorrectly reporting thousands of gallons of water used were mistakenly sent to 1,400 customers in South Whitehall.

Jewish Federation of the Lehigh Valley's Super Sunday

Numerous elected officials will be present at the event to greet volunteers.

Tax Collector Salary Increases, Health Benefits Cut

Parkland School Board Directors approved an average $7,000 raise for Upper Macungie, South Whitehall and North Whitehall tax collectors.

New Recycling Rules for Electronics Effective Today

Residents of South Whitehall can no longer put computers, laptops, tablets, monitors and televisions curbside for trash removal.

South Whitehall Commissioners Pass 3 Resolutions in 13 Minute Meeting

Hope you weren't running late because you would have missed it.

3 Things to Know About South Whitehall Township Meeting Tonight

South Whitehall Commissioners will consider three new resolutions tonight.