Living Large in Smaller Homes

The answer to affordable housing lies in less space and more peace of mind.

5 Things to Know: A New Shopping Cybersecurity Breach, Polar Vortex Fallout

Here are some interesting and important things to know for the coming week.

Applebee’s Star Search: Vine to #BeeFamous in 2014 TV Commercial

Fatal Accident Closes Rt. 309 in Upper Bucks

An early morning fatal accident involving a Trans-Bridge bus and a pickup truck has temporarily closed the intersection of Pumping Station Road and Rt. 309 in Richland Township north of Quakertown.

IRS: Volunteer Firefighters Exempt from Health Care Mandate

Fire companies with more than 50 volunteer firefighters raised concerns about whether they would be required to provide health insurance for their volunteers under the Affordable Care Act.

Upper Saucon Supervisor Thanks Lutron for Donations

Upper Saucon Township Board of Supervisors chairman Steve Wagner publicly thanked a prominent corporation with headquarters in the township for its generosity at the board's meeting earlier this month.

Who's Hiring: Red Robin, Swim-in Zone, The Lesson Center

Are you looking for a job? Is a good friend in need of employment? Look no further. These local businesses are hiring!

Expect Road Work on I-78 in Upper Saucon This Week

PennDOT announced late last week that road work is scheduled to be performed on I-78 in Upper Saucon Township several days this week, weather permitting.

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Former Saucon Creek Inn: What Should Go There?

For years now, the restaurant at 5361 Rt. 309, Center Valley, has been closed, and the exterior of the property is displaying signs of disrepair.

Recently Engaged? Just Married? Share Your News on Upper Saucon Patch

Engagement and wedding announcements are free on Patch.

School Board Meeting, Pet Vaccination Clinic, Early Dismissal: This Week in So. Lehigh

Here's a guide to some of the events that will be happening in the Southern Lehigh area this week.

Roberta 'Bobbie' Davis (Fullin), 75, Worked at Air Products [Obituary]

Roberta 'Bobbie' Davis (Fullin), 75, of Coopersburg, formerly of Sauerkraut Lane, Macungie, passed away on Thursday, Dec. 19, 2013.

Runner's World Festival Will Return to Bethlehem in October

But runners only have until Monday to register with early-bird pricing.

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Historic Bethlehem Church & Chapel Walking Tour

It's Official! James Franklin is New Penn State Football Coach

Penn State officially announced Saturday that its new football coach is onetime East Stroudsburg University quarterback James Franklin.

Cold Blooded: January Weather Hurts Red Cross Donations

Now's the time to donate blood locally: We looked through the numbers to show you how significant your donations really are.

Spice Up Your Steak with This Thyme Red Wine Sauce

Try this recipe for a rich sauce that pairs perfectly with beef.

Bitter Cold, School Closures Top Local News

Southern Lehigh schools were closed for one day and their opening was delayed on another due to an invasion of Arctic air that made being outside dangerous.

Ticket Package Probe, 'Bomber Robber,' Building Collapse: Top Eastern PA News

Also making headlines this past week: West Chester alum is 'Bachelor' contestant, Congressman Jim Gerlach won't seek re-election, and youngster's American Girl doll mission gaining national attention.

Who's Hiring: Scott Powersports, Always Pretty Salon, Black Horse Carriers

Are you looking for a job? Is a good friend seeking employment? Look no further. These local businesses are hiring!

Bridge Inspections Will Affect Traffic on Rt. 309 in U. Saucon

In an email Friday, PennDOT said bridge inspections on Rt. 309 in Upper Saucon Township between the Center Valley Parkway and Summit Lawn exits will affect traffic on Monday.

Healing the Brain with Familiar Stories

72-Year-Old Woman on Tire-Slashing Spree

Check out these unusual police stories from around eastern Pennsylvania.

U. Saucon Man Accused of Molesting Boy Pleads 'No Contest'

State Department Issues Travel Alert for Sochi Olympics

Americans traveling to the Games this year should be vigilant of their surroundings, officials said.

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Heroin Bust, Ice Jam, Bank Robbery Arrest: Top Weekly LV News

Also making headlines the past week: Saucon Valley first-grader battling rare form of cancer, Lower Macungie residents upset about snowstorm tows and fees, and federal officials to prove reports of racial hostility at Lehigh University.

Target: Data For 70M Customers Breached

The retailer had earlier said 40 million customers had sensitive data stolen, like credit card numbers, debit card PINs and email addresses.

VIDEO + Review of 'August: Osage County' — Calling All Masochists

Cinema Siren gives the film two stars.

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Burrington's Bikes Aims to Make Bicycle-Riding Easy

Burrington's Bikes is a new online bike rental business serving the Lehigh Valley.

So. Lehigh Library Plans 'Downton Abbey' Bus Tour

Fans of the popular "Masterpiece Classic" series "Downton Abbey"—which recently premiered its new season on PBS—will want to consider joining the Southern Lehigh Public Library's Downton Abbey Bus Tour to Winterthur Museum in Delaware on April 30.

Storm Damage? ACI will get you paid

Bank Robber Arrest, Lehigh River Ice Jam: Top LV News

Also making headlines: Man with half-pound of pot; Truck damages high school field; Municipal official answers some fun questions.

Dolly & Me: Sewing Valentines

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NJ Governor Apologizes, Fires Aide in Wake Of Lane-Closure Scandal

Gov. Chris Christie said he was "embarrassed" by the revelations and that he did not know the true nature of the problem when he first addressed it a month ago.

Runner's World Festival Will Return in October

But runners only have until Monday to register with early-bird pricing.