UST Ambulance Corps Takes Over Service for Coopersburg Borough

'This is a positive for the borough,' said manager Tim Paashaus of the switch.

UST Ambulance Corps Now Advanced Life Support Provider

"This is a major step forward for the ambulance corps," says Dr. William Zajdel, medical director of the Upper Saucon Ambulance Corps

Entertainment Center's Liquor License Transfer OK'd

On Aug. 15, Lower Saucon Township Council approved a request by Frank Hospitality Saucon LLC for a liquor license transfer. The license will be used by a bowling-themed entertainment center the company plans to open in a former movie theater.

Coopersburg Council Talks Rail Trail

Members discuss possibility of leading additional trail development.

Online Tool Matches Voters with Ideal Presidential Candidate

The free quiz takes an in-depth look at your stance on a range of issues, then compares them to candidates' responses.

Fall Festival, Road Repairs Among Topics at Lower Milford Board Meeting

Township development in critical stages, fall festival excites board, community.

Bad Tequila? Liquor Control Board Issues Voluntary Recall

1800 Tequila recalled due to glass fragments.

Solehi District Attends Mass Casualty "Shooter" Training at Parkland HS

Parkland High School in South Whitehall held a massive active shooter drill Wednesday along with local law enforcement to practice the response to a Columbine-like shooting tragedy.

After Passionate Debate, Age-Restricted Community Vote Tabled

Residents voice concerns during Upper Saucon Board of Supervisors meeting that could have approved an age-restricted overlay near Hopewell Elementary School.

Federal Agency Investigating Toll Increases

General Accounting Office wants to see if Delaware River toll agencies are accountable.

Coopersburg Police, Public Works Save Ducklings from Storm Drain

Coopersburg police and public works help 'Make Way for the Ducklings' rescuing seven from storm drain.

UST Hires New Director of Water and Sewer Resources

A motion was approved at Monday's township meeting to hire Chris Cope as the new Director of Water and Sewer Resources.

Coopersburg Council Scraps Meadow Park Plans

In a 4-2 vote, council votes to withdraw walking trail project in Meadow Park.

Ex-Coopersburg Manager, Charged with Fraud, Waives Hearing

Former Coopersburg manager Dawn Kresge is charged with three felony counts, including theft by unlawful taking for allegedly using borough credit cards to pay for personal expenses.

Corporal Badges Awarded to UST Law Enforcement

In front of a packed house, Chief of Police Robert Coyle awards corporal badges to Michael Fritts, Thomas Nicoletti and Raymond Schrampf.

Rep. Justin Simmons Hosts Right-to-Know Seminar at Solehi Library

Rep. Simmons' Right-to-Know Seminar is tonight from 7 to 8 at Southern Lehigh Public Library.

Taxpayers Paying More for Lawmakers’ Benefits

Health benefits and annual cost-of-living adjustment could total $6,000 per-member increase

Pamela Varkony Sworn Into PA Commission for Women

Women's advocate Pamela Varkony of Allentown had been named by Gov. Tom Corbett to serve on the Pennsylvania Commission for Women.

Tell Us: Are You OK With Guns on the Rail Trail?

Do you find a "no weapons" rule on the Saucon Rail Trail appropriate or objectionable?

Pa. House Agenda for June 25-28

Pennsylvania state budget on the agenda in Harrisburg this week.

Corbett's Shell Oil Tax Break Gets Support

Gov. Tom Corbett and allies from labor groups, business associations and state and local government make the case for a $1.65 billion tax break for Shell to locate a plant in Pennsylvania.

Solehi Schools Not in Compliance With Fecal Coliform Limits

Lower Milford Board of Supervisors announce Lower Milford Elementary and the entire Southern Lehigh School District received notices about Department of Environmental Protection violations.

Residents Object to Walking Trail Near Meadow Park

Residents near Meadow Park tell council the area for a proposed walking path is full of weeds, ticks and mosquitoes.

How Will Obamacare Decision Affect Pa. Voters?

Political experts say Pennsylvania voters may be more or less motivated if the Supreme Court strikes down Obama's health care reform

Sen. Bob Mensch Op-Ed: State Education Subsidy

A column by state Sen. Bob Mensch addresses state funding for public schools

Carolyn Lidie Memorial Butterfly Garden Dedicated

Carolyn Lidie, who passed away in November 2011, was recognized for her volunteer work in the community and Upper Saucon. “She was the type of person that had a lot of energy and wanted to get things done," said Township Manager Thomas Beil.

West Nile Virus Found in Lehigh County Mosquito

A mosquito from Upper Macungie tested positive for West Nile virus, state says.

PA: Liquor Privatization Vote Postponed till Monday, Maybe Longer

Unions, special interests versus 70 percent of Pennsylvanians

Upper Saucon Patch Election Guide

The candidates, incumbents and issues that will be affecting Upper Saucon and Lehigh County in November's election.

PA Has 30th Highest Rate of Injury Deaths in U.S.

PA joins states such as Texas and Iowa by making only half of 10 key safety indicators.

Ladder Training Ground Planned for Coopersburg Fire Dept.

Coopersburg Fire Chief Kevin Farnish will put together a proposal for a ladder training ground at the Borough's municipal site.

Social Quarters Grease Trap Dispute Clogs Approval

Representatives from local club say size of required grease trap is too large.

Local State Rep to Host Free Shredding Event

Documents containing sensitive personal information may be destroyed for free on Saturday.

A Call for 'Transparency' in Filling Top County Job

Lehigh County Commissioner Chairman Brad Osborne says political influences should not drive the process of seeking a replacement for county Executive Don Cunningham, who is taking a new job.

Upper Saucon Supervisors Approve New Parking Ordinance

Residents will be unable to park along certain portions of Blue Church Road and Whitetail Drive.

Cunningham to Lead LVEDC, Details Vision

Lehigh County Executive and former Bethlehem Mayor Don Cunningham will take the reins of economic development corporation on July 9.

Allentown Arena Settlement Offer Rejected

Bethlehem Township Commissioners say they won't drop lawsuit unless NIZ law is amended, earned income taxes come off the table and the special taxing zone is made smaller.

Lower Milford Historical Commission Meeting

Lower Milford Recreation & Open Space Board Meeting

Upper Saucon Township meeting