New Computer Lease Agreement Could Save District $200,000

The committee would sell the old computers for as much as $347,000 to put toward the new lease program.

Better News for Budget and Finance Committee Meeting Tonight

Christman: Deficit won't be as drastic as initial projections, but every single penny adds up.

New Busing Contract Slated to Save District $1 Million

New company signs five-year contract with district; First Student contract ends in June.

Seven Years Later, Lower Milford Township Denies Quarry Application

After 47 hearings, Lower Milford unanimously denied Geryville Materials' application to place a quarry in Lower Milford. Next stop, Lehigh County courthouse.

Corbett's Budget Could Kill Pension Oversight Group

Consolidated within state pension plans, Dept. of Community and Economic Development

Municipal Officials Express Frustration at Possibility of Losing EIT Funds

Neighborhood Improvement Zone will divert $550,000 in earned income tax to arena, other Allentown development; away from school districts and municipalities.

Property Reassessment will hit Coopersburg Hardest

Lehigh County property reassessments include increases for Southern Lehigh, including Upper Saucon, Lower Milford and Coopersburg.

Hispanics Left Behind in Valley's Economy

Annual "State of the Lehigh Valley" report reveals disparity in income and poverty levels for Hispanics.

PA's Plan to Balance Budget? Cut Nursing Home Care.

Zogby says series of fund redirections will be permanent

Corbett Calls for New School District Block Grant Program

State-funded higher education took another hit in the budget introduced by the governor on Tuesday.

County Commissioners Override Reassessment Veto

Lehigh County will proceed with its new tax values for residential and business properties after commissioners override Don Cunningham veto.

Corbett Proposes Flat-Funded Budget With no New Taxes

$1.4 billion in new mandated spending, no new taxes

Coopersburg Workshop Meeting Has First Run

After an organizational workshop Council members met for the real deal, discussing action items Monday night.

Mother Charged with Trying to Kill 6-Month-Old Son

A 19-year-old Lower Milford woman has been charged with attempted homicide after an investigation into injuries to her 6-month-old son, according to the Lehigh County District Attorney.

No Easy Answers After Supreme Court Tosses PA Redistricting Map

Pippy’s retirement will complicate attempts to fix maps

Local Legislators "Surprised", "Disappointed" by Redistricting Overturn

Upper Saucon Patch asks your representatives their thoughts on the redistricting reversal

Mike Schware Sworn in as Lehigh County Commissioner

Surrounded by family, Schware takes the oath of office for the eastern Lehigh County seat

PA Bill Eliminates Biz Tax Shelters, Lowers Biz Income Taxes

Would close so-called "Delaware loophole"

On Split Decision, PA Supreme Court Throws Out Redistricting Map

On a 4-3 decision and calling the map "contrary to law", PA Supreme Court throws out redistricting map

Candidate for Lehigh County Commissioner Withdraws

Dan Paschke withdraws his candidacy for a Lehigh County Commissioner seat, on the eve of the appointment, and throws support behind Mike Schware.

Police Say Goodbye to Two Trailblazing Officers

Upper Saucon's 1st DARE officer, Neighborhood Watch officer retire with the thanks of the community

Educational Choice in PA has Expanded in Past 20 Years.

Vouchers remain out of reach for now

PA Policy Change Aims to Limit Food Stamp Eligibility

Could put more pressure on food banks, charities

Jon Walters and Steve Lundy Join Coopersburg Borough Council

A passion for Coopersburg led both to serve a 3-year term for Coopersburg

PLCB Approves Higher Liquor, Wine Prices

Privatization advocates say the market should determine prices, rather than a government agency.

This Week in Southern Lehigh: What you Need To Know

Your go-to guide for area information on arts, schools, and municipalities

Coopersburg Council Combines Committees, Changes Meetings

Council restructures committees and adds Monday meeting time

With Corporate Tax Revenue Lagging, Some Question Breaks

One expert, however, says that Pennsylvania's corporate tax revenue could be lower because some businesses are currently unprofitable.

Simmons Staffer Throws Hat in Ring for County Commissioners

Dan Paschke, 25, of Coopersburg has applied to fill the vacancy left by Glenn Eckhart

Million Dollar Roadwork Gap Won't be Filled by Township, School District

Road improvements will cost an additional $1 million, township will look at additional funding sources

Ready to Contribute $45,000 to Pennsylvania Pensions?

With PA more than $29B in the hole and climbing, household contribution could top $1,500 annually for 30 years.

Simmons: Challenger "Living in a Fantasy World"

Kevin Deeley will run as a democrat for the 131st District

New Leadership for UST Board of Supervisors

Stephen Wagner takes seat as chair; newly elected officials appointed to several positions including pension, parks and rec

Same Leadership for Lower Milford in 2012

Wright and Roy take their seats again at chair and vice-chair. Board approves first wage increase in 3 years.

Lawmakers: State Colleges Need More Sunlight After PSU scandal

Would remove exemption Penn State lobbied for in 2007

UST Supervisor 'Dream Team' Says Goodbye to Gutzmirtl and Horvath

Supervisors stepping down attend final meeting to pass budget for 2012.

Upper Saucon Approves Old Saucon Development Plan

Development of the 71-acre mixed use neighborhood will begin next fall, says Owner John Blair.

Lower Milford Reassures Residents of EMS Service Coverage

Board of Supervisors responds to mailer sent during the election.

Council Questions the Future of Coopersburg's Pinebrook College

Borough claims it's not in the loop on potential demolition plans.

UPDATED: New PA Congressional Map Rife with Gerrymandering

Warning: Strange shapes ahead