Parkland Community Library Still Slated to Leave South Whitehall

Library Executive Director Debbie Jack said efforts are on-going to raise money to build the new library at Grange and Ruppsville roads.

McDonald's Expansion Talk Moves to South Whitehall Planners Tonight

An application to expand McDonald's on Hamilton Boulevard is on the agenda for South Whitehall Planning Commissioners tonight.

New 2013 Tax Rates and Standard Deductions

Standard deductions go up, but the ceiling for itemized deductions go down in 2013, plus other changes that will affect your taxes this year.

Gun Owners Expected to Rally for Jan. 19 'Gun Appreciation Day'

"On 01/19/13 go to your local gun store, gun range or gun show with your Constitution, American flags and your 'Hands Off My Guns' sign to send a loud and clear message to Congress and President Barack Obama," says coalition website.

South, North Whitehall Pick Haafsville Sanctuary over Humane Society

Both South and North Whitehall townships recently opted for an animal control contract with The Sanctuary at Haafsville but North Whitehall gets a sweeter deal.

Stamp Prices Increase: How Much Will Stamps Cost In 2013?

The price of postage to send a letter is increasing on Jan. 27.

South Whitehall Commissioners Discuss new Rates for Engineers

A small rate increase that would amount to less than $1,000 a year, or $1 to $2 an hour, was discussed Wednesday night for personnel in the township's engineering firm - The Pidcock Company.

PennDOT Road Work: Week of Dec. 31

Motorists are urged to use caution in work areas.

South Whitehall Adopts 2013 Budget with No Tax Hike

South Whitehall Commissioners approved the 2013 operating budget Wednesday night.

South Whitehall Planners to Discuss New Drive-Thru, Bank at Tilghman Square

South Whitehall planners will discuss new development plans at Tilghman Square Shopping Center as well as a subdivision of property owned by Jordan Evangelical Church.

South Whitehall to Vote on Budget Tonight

South Whitehall Commissioners will vote to adopt the 2013 Operating Budget at tonight's meeting.

Thomas Johns to Seek Second Term as South Whitehall Commissioner

Tom Johns announced this week he plans to seek his second four-year term in 2013.

McDonald's Expansion, Grille 3501 on South Whitehall Zoners' Agenda Tonight

The South Whitehall Zoning Hearing Board will meet tonight, Dec. 17, at 7:30 in the administration building.

Corbett Orders Flags Lowered to Half-Staff Honoring Connecticut Shooting Victims

The governor encourages everyone to participate.

Jaindl Wins Zoning Case in Court Allowing Housing Development on Nearby Farmland

Pennsylvania Commonwealth Court reverses Lehigh County decision.

Commercials to be Broadcast at Lower Volume Today thanks to CALM Act

The CALM Act directs the FCC to require broadcasters to hush commercials starting today.

Parkland to Offer 'Science of Firefighting' Class in Fall

The course was dropped due to lack of interest about five years ago but South Whitehall, Parkland School District and local fire companies hope today's students will want to learn more.

PA Department of Health Reports Significant Increase in Flu Activity

Flu activity has increased from sporadic to widespread throughout the state.

South Whitehall: Letters about New Billing System, Increased Trash Removal Rates to be Sent

South Whitehall residents will soon get a letter announcing a trash collection fee increase and new billing procedure.

South Whitehall Increases Trash Collection Fees by 20 percent

In order to keep up with a $63,000 increase in hauling fees charged to the township, South Whitehall Commissioners vote to increase trash collection fees.

Politics PA: Bruce Castor may Run against Corbett in Republican Primary

The online politics site, Politics PA, reports Castor said he is considering a primary run against Corbett in 2014.

5 Things to Know about South Whitehall Commissioners Meeting Tonight

South Whitehall Commissioners will discuss tax rate, fee changes, animal control contracts.

McDonald's Plans to Renovate, Expand Restaurant on Hamilton Boulevard

McDonald's to ask South Whitehall Zoners for variances for expansion and renovation.

Salmonella-linked Peanut Butter Plant Shut by FDA

The FDA shut down the plant whose peanut butter products under many brands were recalled because of salmonella contamination linked to people sickened in 20 states. The items were sold by Trader Joe's, Whole Foods, Safeway and others.

Mom Who Abused Baby Gets Stiffer Sentence

Lehigh County Judge Jim Anthony toughens the sentence for Chelsie Grant of Lower Milford to 3-6 years in prison.

Costco Plans Detailed

Developers looking to build Hamilton Crossings in Lower Macungie -- which will feature the area's first Costco -- are seeking some zoning variances from the township.

'No Comment' on Boycott Applebees Campaign Spurred by Franchisee's Comments on Obamacare Regulations

The manager at Applebees on Cedar Crest Boulevard near Target could not comment on recent controversy regarding potential layoffs, price increases and a boycott spurred by one franchisee's comments about Obamacare regulations.

South Whitehall Planners will Discuss Cetronia Subdivision Tonight

A request to subdivide an undeveloped piece of land on Mertz Lane in Cetronia is on the agenda for South Whitehall's Planning Commission meeting.

Keep United States United Petition Counters State Seceding Petitions

As controversy over petitions calling for states to secede from the United States is stirred another petition surfaces that calls for unity.

Pennsylvania Turnpike to be All Electronic Tolls

Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission officials say they will convert the Pennsylvania Turnpike into overhead, electronic tolls.

Should Pennsylvania Secede from the United States?

Petition on official White House website, We The People, has more than 1,000 signatures so far.

What's Open and Closed on Veteran's Day?

Here's a list of what is open and closed today.

South Whitehall Okays Addition to Cedarbrook

County official is granted a last-minute waiver from commissioners Wednesday night.

Corbett Waives Hurricane Insurance Deductibles for Homeowners

Gov. Tom Corbett announced last week that Pennsylvania homeowners claiming Hurricane Sandy damage will not have to pay deductibles for special hurricane or tropical storm policies.

South Whitehall Bans Outdoor Wood-Fired Boilers

Commissioners vote unanimously to ban wood-fired boilers and clarify ambiguous language included a previous version of the ordinance.

Dent, Mackenzie Party Subdued by Presidential Returns

It was clear early on in the evening that Charlie Dent and Ryan Mackenzie would win but the celebration party was dampened by disappointing presidential returns.

When Will Presidential Election 2012 Results Be Announced?

In Pennsylvania the polls close at 8 p.m. but west coast polls will be open until 11 p.m. eastern standard time.

Voter Fraud Signs at Polls Lead to Complaint

Advocacy group offers $1,000 reward for voter fraud tips. Critics call it a form of intimidation.

Lobster Thief and Carjacker is Sentenced to Jail for up to 20 Years

A man convicted of stealing a lobster and then carjacking an elderly man's car while attempting escape was sentenced today.

Election Preview: 183rd State House Seat

Incumbent State Rep. Julie Harhart, a Republican, is unopposed in the Nov. 6 election.