Wheat-Free Recipes, Snowy Photos: Best of Patch Blogs

Take a look back at some of the best blogs posted on Patch this week.

[VIDEO] How to Make Homemade Paint for Kids' Craft Projects

Keep kids busy by using old kitchen spices to make paint.

Prisoner Escapes Custody

The man, accused of robbery, should be considered armed and dangerous, police said.

Map: What Part of Town Had the Most Increase in Home Values?

Nationally, home values have significantly increased this year, but experts say growth is likely to slow down in 2014. The map below shows a snapshot of the percentage of homes that increased in value across town.

Sing It! Holiday Caroling 101 [SPONSORED]

Go Caroling Day is just around the corner on Dec. 20. If you want to bring joy to the neighborhood, here’s how to get ready.

5 Things to Know Today

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

More Snow Likely in So. Lehigh on Tuesday

More snow is likely in the Southern Lehigh area on Tuesday, according to the latest weather forecasts. The storm could be poorly-timed, affecting the area during the morning rush hour.

Earn free Spa Dollars at Always Pretty Salon and Spa

FREE Smoke Detectors for Homeowners

Who's Hiring: Self-Storage Facility, ServiceMaster

Are you looking for a job? Look no further. These local businesses are hiring.

Coopersburg Borough Council Meeting: This Week in So. Lehigh Area

Here's a look at some of the events happening in the Southern Lehigh area this week.

Common Brain Lesions Associated with Severe Traumatic Brain Injury

For the Birds: An Annual Christmas Count

You can volunteer to join the Audubon Society’s 114th Annual Christmas Bird Count that began Saturday and continues through Jan. 5.

Boy Ruled Competent to Testify Against U. Saucon Man Accused of Molesting Him

A 10-year-old boy has been ruled competent to testify against an Upper Saucon man accused of molesting him while the man was substitute teaching at Union Terrace Elementary School in Allentown earlier this year.

Merry Christmas or Happy Holidays?

The Pew Research Center asked Americans whether stores and businesses should greet their customers by saying 'Merry Christmas' or 'Happy Holidays.'

Jameis Winston Takes Heisman Trophy

Parkland graduate Andre Williams finished fourth in award balloting.

100 Stories About Gun Violence Since Newtown

We looked at stories from across America in the year since the shootings at Sandy Hook School to try to illustrate the scale of the problem.

Best Data Maps of 2013: Who Works From Home?

More and more people are working at home as a result of the advancement of technology.

Snowstorms, Deer Stuck in Bucket, Pantry's Appeal Top Local News

Also making the news this week were stories about a Coopersburg fitness studio's expansion plans and a car fire on I-78 in Upper Saucon Township.

Villanova Professor Slain, Gay Teacher Fired: Top Eastern PA News

Also making headlines: Abington becomes first town in state to use red-light cameras, and police release identity of man killed in 50-car turnpike pileup.

Center Valley Resident Graduates from Millersville U.

Devin Siebert of Center Valley graduated with 497 other Millersville University of Pennsylvania students during the December 2013 undergraduate commencement ceremony held Sunday, Dec. 15.

Cat Shack Needs Help to Save Lives of Sick, Injured Kitties

A GoFundMe campaign in memory of Prudence the Cat seeks donations to support life-saving veterinary care for The Cat Shack foster cats that have severe medical conditions.

Who's Hiring: Allscape, Mental Health Facility

Are you looking for a job? Look no further. These local businesses are hiring.

This Week in Harrisburg

That's No Cab, It's a Cop Car

Check out these unusual police stories from around eastern Pennsylvania.

When Will New Buffalo Wild Wings Open?

Trends in Holiday Toys: Tetris Is Cool Again!

Here's a surprise: retailers are ordering fewer toys this year.

'Million Mile' Mailmen, White Strips Theft Arrest: Top LV News

Also making headlines: Pennsylvania Game Commission is trying to find and help a deer with a plastic container stuck on its head.

Weekend Storm Will Be Worse Than Predicted

The Lehigh Valley could see up to 9 inches of snow.

Driver Unhurt When Car Catches Fire on I-78

Fire hits 2000 Saturn on eastbound side in Upper Saucon, state police say.

'The Hobbit The Desolation of Smaug:' Jackson Makes Middle Movie in Middle Earth Marvelous

Cinema Siren gives the film four out of five stars. Movie opens in theaters Friday.

Deer With Plastic Container Stuck on Head Seen in Upper Saucon

The Pennsylvania Game Commission is trying to locate and help a deer with a plastic container stuck on its head. The deer was recently spotted in Upper Saucon Township, as well as just over the border in Northampton County.

'Super Friendly' Cat Found in Coopersburg

A man who says a "super friendly" cat is living behind his house on Liberty Street in Coopersburg is seeking any available information about the cat's owner in a recent Craigslist posting.

Family Seeks Help Finalizing Adoption

A Bucks County family is fundraising on GoFundMe to formally adopt a Haitian boy who has been in their care for the last two years.

Fatal Crash, Prostitution Sting: Top LV News

Also making headlines: Republic of Couture opens at the Promenade Shops at Saucon Valley and Kratzer farm house to be sold.

Easy Mini-Meals You Can Make in a Muffin Tin

These meals are portable, easy to freeze in bulk and super-simple.

Saucon Valley Lions Breakfast

5 Things to Know Today

Celebrate Recovery

New Fashion 'Destination' Opens at Promenade Shops

Republic of Couture has opened at The Promenade Shops at Saucon Valley in Upper Saucon Township. The new men's and women's clothing store merges fashion with interactivity and entertainment.