Rail Trail Gate Will Cost Homeowner $250

One New Street property owner along expanding rail trail has asked for a gate to allow him access from his back yard. If he pays the expense, supervisors will likely say yes.

Esteemed 6th-Grade Teacher Retires

Robert Shaffer’s retirement is one of three approved by the Southern Lehigh School Board at its meeting Monday night.

Zoning Law Changes Make it Easier to Build Nursing Homes

Upper Saucon Township Board of Supervisors approves two changes to township zoning law: Nursing homes are now by-right uses in commercial and high-density residential zones; 7.5 acres near Sacred Heart Assisted Living rezoned to high-density residential

Kindergarten Numbers Higher Than Last Year

Southern Lehigh Superintendent of Schools Leah Christman told the Solehi School Board at Monday night’s meeting that kindergarten enrollment numbers are slightly above where there were at the same point last year.

DeSales Gets Supervisors' Approval to Build New Dorms

Upper Saucon Township Supervisors on Monday night granted final plan approval for the first phase of a student-housing village that will include two new residential buildings with a total of 118 beds.

Lower Milford Fire Co. Cited for Alleged Liquor Code Violations

The state Bureau of Liquor Control Enforcement says that Lower Milford Fire Co. No. 1 sold alcohol to non-members twice in late 2012.

Contractor Charged with $123K in Fraud, Police Say

Kevin W. Drake, 55, allegedly took money for home improvement projects that he never finished, including one in Lower Milford, police say.

5 Things to Know About Solehi This Week

Here are some highlights of what's happening in Southern Lehigh School District this week.

Your Imagination Will Finish $1.1 Million Upper Saucon Home

This home in Upper Saucon Township is one of the most expensive homes currently for sale in the 18036 zip code.

Bricks 4 Kidz Closing, Upper Saucon Job Openings Top Local News

The top-rated restaurants in Coopersburg also make Upper Saucon Patch news this week.

Who's Hiring: Bella's Ristorante, Serena Shades

Looking for a local job? Check out these local businesses. They're hiring!

Yelp's Top Restaurants in Coopersburg: Do You Agree?

Check out the top rated restaurants in Coopersburg, based on Yelp! reviews. Did your neighbors get it right?

Pets in Need of Homes: Chaos and Hunterdon

Hunterdon and Chaos are housed at the Center for Animal Health and Welfare in Williams Township. For information about how to adopt them, call 610-252-7722.

New Murray Motors to Have Customer Focus

Dan Dortic is in the process of reopening the Main Street used car center as Murray Motors of Hellertown.

New Yoga Studio Offers Escape for Body, Mind

Husband and wife team Stephanie and Chris MoDavis have officially opened their new yoga studio, YogaMos, at 410 Main St., Hellertown.

Flint Hill Farm Plans Earth Day Events, Open House

Flint Hill Farm Educational Center in Upper Saucon Township will host an Earth Day Weekend filled with activities April 20-21 and a Spring Open House April 27-28.

Learn About Canning at Flint Hill Farm

Canning classes are planned at the Flint Hill Farm Educational Center in Upper Saucon Township.

Upper Saucon Man Flees Car Accident on Foot, Police Say

Lloyd Anthony Ohl hit a parked vehicle on Flint Hill Road and then left the scene of the accident, according to Lower Saucon Township Police.

Get Ready to Sing the ‘Blues’ at Casa Toro

Mexican restaurant in Coopersburg is hosting a karaoke fundraiser to benefit Autism Speaks on Sunday.

Find the Best Gas Price in Solehi

We'll show you where you can fill up your tank for less.

Have Your Say on County Hazard Plan

The Hazard Mitigation Plan is a living document communities—including Upper Saucon and Lower Milford townships and Coopersburg Borough—use to reduce their vulnerability to hazards.

Penn State-Lehigh Valley Turns Blue for Autism

The Nittany Lion Shrine at the north entrance of the Penn State-Lehigh Valley campus will be lit with a special blue light in honor of the Autism Speaks Light It Up Blue campaign from April 1 through April 8.

Bricks 4 Kidz Abruptly Closes Promenade Store

The Bricks 4 Kidz store in The Promenade Shops at Saucon Valley is closed while the owners look for a new location, according to the Bricks for Kidz, Lehigh Valley website.

Upper Saucon Township: Now Hiring Full-Time

Upper Saucon Township is now hiring a full-time finance clerk and a full-time laborer in the Public Works Department, according to the township website.

Lehigh Valley Gets $299K for High-Tech Job Training

Gov. Corbett comes to Lehigh Career & Technical Institute with money to train students for high-tech manufacturing jobs. One of the biggest obstacles, he says, is overcoming manufacturing's outdated image.

$1.7 Million Home in Coopersburg is 'Not Just a House'

This home in Coopersburg is one of the most expensive homes currently for sale in the Upper Saucon area.

5 Things to Know About Solehi This Week

Here are some highlights of what's happening in Southern Lehigh School District this week.

'500-Pound Gorilla,' Upper Saucon DJ Race Top Local News

DeSales police chief's new job in Bethlehem also makes Upper Saucon Patch news this week.

Pets in Need of Homes: Snicks and Eloise

Eloise and Snicks are housed at the Center for Animal Health and Welfare in Williams Township. For information about how to adopt them, call 610-252-7722.

Who's Hiring: Lenscrafters, CertaPro Painters

Looking for a job? Check out these local businesses. They're hiring!

Most Promenade Shops Will be Closed on Easter

While The Promenade Shops at Saucon Valley will be closed on Sunday in observance of Easter, there are some locations that will remain open.

Good Friday: What's Open, What's Closed

Good Friday is a religious holiday, not a national one.

[Update] Moms 'Action for Gun Sense' Vigil Thursday

The local chapter of Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense in America is co-sponsoring a vigil at Southern Lehigh Public Library on Thursday remembering victims of gun violence and supporting common sense gun laws.

Solehi Board Approves High School Trips

The Southern Lehigh School Board approved at its meeting Monday night two field trips for high school students.

Business Networking Event at Shula's Steakhouse

The Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber of Commerce is hosting a free networking event at Shula's Steakhouse in The Promenade Shops at Saucon Valley on Thursday.

DeSales Police Chief Takes Job at Lehigh University

DeSales University Police Chief Stuart J. Bedics will become assistant police chief in the Lehigh University Police Department next week.

Solehi Board Approves Two Teacher Retirements

The Southern Lehigh School Board approved the retirement of two teachers at its board meeting Monday night.

Free Tax Help Available at Southern Lehigh Library

Free tax help for low- and middle-income taxpayers is available each Wednesday from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Southern Lehigh Public Library, 3200 Preston Lane, Center Valley.

Solehi Heads Toward No Tax Increase in 2013-2014 Budget

The Southern Lehigh School Board hears a 2013-2014 budget presentation Monday that includes a 0-mill tax increase.

7 on Primary Ballot in Upper Saucon DJ Race

A total of seven candidates are running for district judge in magisterial district 31-3-03 in the May 21 primary race, according to an unofficial voter registration office list.