L. Milford Fire Co. to Install New Generator

The Lower Milford Township Fire Co. plans to install a generator that will enable it to better serve local residents in the case of a prolonged power outage.

Free Concert in the Park: Today in So. Lehigh

Here's a roundup of events happening in the Southern Lehigh area on Thursday, July 25.

INTERMEDIATE GENEALOGY: Searching the Past

INTERMEDIATE GENEALOGY: Searching the Past

From Au Pair to Master’s Degree

Council Approves 2nd Street Handicapped Spot

The space will be located along the west side of Second Street at Station Avenue in Coopersburg.

Bicycle Helmets Still Available from L. Milford

The Lower Milford Township Police Department has bicycle helmets for sale for $7.65 (each).

Coopersburg Resident Named to Messiah Dean's List

Jennifer Carmona was named to the spring 2013 dean's list at Messiah College.

LMT Zoning Meeting: Today in So. Lehigh

Here's a roundup of events happening in the Southern Lehigh area on Wednesday, July 24.

New Upgrades on Patch: More Headlines, Better Conversation

Patch is improving, thanks to your help!

CYCLE THROUGH HISTORY

Southern Lehigh Ice Hockey Looking For Players

How This Student's Blog Is Paying for College

Heading to college doesn't mean you're heading into a lifetime of student loan debt. Here's how one college student turned her homework into a business that will pay off her student loans.

Low Cost Vaccination Clinic for Cats and Dogs

Coopersburg Plans to Hire Part-Time Officers

Mayor Jonathan Mack updated Borough Council on police matters at a recent meeting.

6 Reasons Corbett Won't Quit

Two political analysts say it is time to quit expecting Gov. Tom Corbett to quit.

Limeport Village to Get 2 Crosswalks

The Lower Milford Township Board of Supervisors recently approved the installation of two crosswalks in Limeport Village.

Center Valley Resident Named to Loyola Dean's List

Noreen Petrash was named to Loyola University Maryland's spring 2013 dean's list.

Storytime, 'Measure for Measure': Today in So. Lehigh

Here's a roundup of events happening in the Southern Lehigh area on Tuesday, July 23.

What’s the Going Rate For House Painting?

How much does it cost to paint your house? Patch wants to uncover the true going rate for goods and services in town, so you'll know how much to pay for what you need. Help us out by replying in the comments. Part of our Smart Spending series.

Rail Trail, SLEF Meetings: Today in So. Lehigh

Here's a roundup of events happening in the Southern Lehigh area on Monday, July 22.

Sandra A. Hawkey, 68, of Coopersburg [Obituary]

Sandra A. Hawkey died Tuesday, July 16, 2013.

Center Valley Residents Graduate from York College

Taylor Zilinek and Corrine Majczan recently graduated from York College.

The Week Ahead in So. Lehigh: July 21-27, 2013

What's happening in Southern Lehigh this week? Read 'The Week Ahead' to find out!

Coopersburg Students Named to Del Val Dean's List

Shane Higgins and Rachel McCaughan were named to Delaware Valley College's spring 2013 dean's list.

OMG PD: Who Threw Milkshake at Vehicle?

Here's a round-up of unusual police news from the Lehigh Valley.

Pa. Puppy Mills Lack Oversight, Audit Shows

Pennsylvania's auditor general says enforcement of the state's 2008 dog law has been weak.

5 Things I Would Tell My High School Self: Best of Blogs

A cooking contest, Trayvon Martin rally and home gardening are among the blogger topics the past week.

Community Update

Community Update

Cell Tower Proposal, Alleged Fracas at Restaurant Top Local News

A proposal by AT&T to build a cell tower on Preston Lane in Upper Saucon Township and a man's alleged violent outburst at a popular local restaurant topped the headlines this week.

Who's Hiring: Scott Powersports, ServiceMaster

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

Wedding Thefts, Embezzlement, 'Kitchen Nightmares' Top Eastern PA News

Bizarre cow mishap, search for 21-year-old woman and Trayvon Martin rally also made headlines.

Solehi Second Grade Class Larger Than Expected

Second grade class sizes of about 26 students are expected next year, Southern Lehigh Superintendent Leah Christman told the school board.

Pa. Residents on Disability Up 50% Since 2003

Older workers with low levels of education and long careers in physically demanding jobs are more likely to qualify for disability in Pa.

Yard Sale

The Dutch Country 15-Mile Bicycle Race and 5-Mile Bicycle Races

Vacation Bible School Starts Monday at Faith UCC

Saucon Rail Trail Now Open to Passer Road

Part of "Phase II" of the Saucon Rail Trail in Upper Saucon Township has opened.

Celebrate Peruvian Independence at Pacifico Restaurant

A Peruvian independence celebration will be held Saturday from 8:30 p.m. to 2 a.m. at Pacifico Tapas Bar and Restaurant in the Promenade Shops at Saucon Valley.