Crib Tents Sold at Walmart Recalled

Infants and toddlers are at risk of serious injury or death in the Tots in Mind tents. The product is being recalled.

'Corporate Loophole' Protest Planned for Rep. Simmons' Office Today

A rally by local voters is planned to protest Governor Tom Corbett's "protection of corporate loopholes while cutting education, social services and killing jobs."

Child Safety Locks Deemed Unsafe

The Safety 1st toilet and cabinet locks were sold at Bed, Bath and Beyond, Burlington Coat Factory, Home Depot, Target and Walmart.

Lower Milford Moves to Vacate Scout Road Bridge

Expenses and upkeep cited in decision to vacate bridge portion of road.

Upper Saucon Sues State Over Allentown's NIZ

Upper Saucon, with Catasauqua, has filed a class-action suit against the state to try and prevent Allentown from diverting township taxes to pay for the city's new hockey arena.

Coopersburg Council Discusses Dump Trucks, Lawsuits

A portion of the $240,000 in Coopersburg's earned income tax revenue may be lost from the NIZ, says Councilman Jack Felch. 'It would not be feasible for us in a legal pursuit,' he added.

Coopersburg Awards Police Officer, Recognizes Peace Officer Memorial Week

Coopersburg Officer Joseph Hetton was given a certificate of appreciation for his work in a PA Aggressive Driving and Education Program in 2008 during National Peace Officer Memorial Week.

Upper Saucon Township Receives Award for Newsletter

Township took home multiple awards including most improved newsletter

Op-Ed: Residents Should Be Wary of Scams

Southern Lehigh's state Senator offers tips to avoid various scam artists.

Solehi Clubs, Sports Shuffle Supervisory Hands

Southern Lehigh Policy Committee recommends splitting oversight of varsity sports from clubs and activities.

Upper Saucon Township Joins Allentown Arena Lawsuit

It's a question of whether earned income taxes should be kept in the city or allowed to filter back to workers' residences outside the city.

Budget battle begins with PA facing $300M deficit

Higher education likely to be targeted for increasing funding

Farm Board: Farmland Preservation is at Risk

The Sterling Raber Agricultural Land Preservation Board of Lehigh County is asking the public to contact Gov. Tom Corbett and state lawmakers to keep funding for agricultural land preservation intact.

Biden: America Must Lead in Education

Vice President tells Lafayette students they'll see "extraordinary changes" in their lives.

Southern Lehigh Budget Stalls, Laptop Lease Revisited

Melber: 'We are pretty much at the end of the cuts that we can make before it starts having an impact on education.'

Vote! Primary Elections Today

Polls are open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Lower Milford Urges Reform Of Prevailing Wage Act

Supervisors urge the General Assembly to enact prevailing wage reform and oppose changes in farmland preservation revenue.

Simmons Office Site of "1% Protest"

A crowd came to rally at state Rep. Justin Simmons' office to protest tax laws.

Jonathan Mack Heads Back to Mayor's Office in Coopersburg

Jonathan Mack served as Coopersburg Mayor for eight years, continuing a family legacy.

Last Chance: April 17 is Deadline for Absentee Ballots

If you want to make your voice heard in the primary election and you will need an absentee ballot, you must apply for one by 5pm on Tuesday, April 17.

Tax Day Protest Planned at Rep. Simmons' Office

A protest is scheduled outside state Rep. Justin Simmons' office this afternoon, courtesy of MoveOn.org.

Two Residents Step Forward to Fill Empty Mayoral Seat

Public won't meet candidates until after decision is made by council; Paashaus becomes borough manager April 17

Pennsylvania Has New Bike Safety Law

Pennsylvania's new bicycle safety law establishes new rules for motorists.

Coopersburg Fire Chief: We Need Commercial Building Inspections, Permits

A joint-effort could take the place of current borough run program, and could include fire inspection and permitting for commericial buildings

PA House Agenda for April 2 - 4

The state House returned to session on Monday, April 2, to debate and vote on various issues.

DA Says Glenn Eckhart Not Eligible for Controller

The Lehigh County district attorney says Glenn Eckhart's position as controller might not be legal because he didn't wait two years after resigning as commissioner.

GOP Activist and His Beloved Wife Found Dead

GOP stalwart Charles Snelling and his wife were found dead Thursday in their Fogelsville home

Final Tally: 2,176 in Township Seek Reassessment Review

Lehigh County will schedule property reassessment reviews for mid-March through mid-June.

Coopersburg Mayor Hired As Borough Manager

Tim Paashaus will resign from Lafayette Bank and as mayor to take the job as borough manager at $52,000 a year.

Demolishing and Developing Pinebrook: "It's a Win-Win"

Tom Williams, owner of the property, met with council to discuss sewer access and possible demoliton of the buildings.

Golf Clubs Owe Upper Saucon $160,000 in Back Taxes

Upper Saucon Township has given the Golf Clubs a 30-day notice to pay or face a lien.

Second Age-Restricted Community Applies for Permits in Upper Saucon

The proposed 124-acre property in the northwest corner of Lanark and West Hopewell Road will have 300 age-restricted units.

Lower Milford Waiting For $80,000 FEMA Grant

A grant to stabilize the creek bank off Schultz Bridge Road is still pending and must be completed by March 31.

Questions on Arena Funding Still Need Answers

Taxing bodies still waiting for answers from Allentown on its Neighborhood Improvement Zone, which threatens flow of earned income taxes.

County Extends Reassessment Review Deadline

Property owners in Lehigh County now have until Friday, March 23, to request a review of their reassessment.

Sunshine Week: Who's Watching Your Government?

March 11-17 marks Sunshine Week, when communities celebrate their right to know what government is doing.

Higher Ed Tuition Likely to Rise, With or Without PA Aid

State funding goes up and down, but tuition at Pennsylvania's state universities keeps climbing.

Coopersburg Council Displays New Borough Flag

The borough seal, a cow, wheel, seven stars, and octagon, represents Coopersburg's rich past, brought to life by councilman Jack Felch

Emergency Communication Plan in Works for Coopersburg

Mike Zweifel, emergency management head, pushes a civilian emergency communication system.

Dept. of Corrections: Early Release of Prisoners Saves Money

No increase in department for first time