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Bethlehem-based Alloy 5 has won a bid to conduct a feasibility study for a new police station in Palmer Township following Monday's supervisors meeting.

Pennsylvania landed in the ‘yearly declines’ column in a recent report highlighting the greatest changes in rental prices, but it's not reflected in the Lehigh Valley market.

Lafayette College officials are preparing to host the U.S. vice presidential debate Sept. 25. Two watch parties are in the works, and the school is already seeking volunteers to help with the festivities.

Players league wide are complaining about Major League Baseball's new uniforms, particularly the see-through pants. The uniforms were manufactured by Fanatics' facilities in Easton.

Northampton County District Attorney Stephen Baratta declined to discuss complaints about Taiba Sultana's petitions for state representative, saying he did not want to interfere with any potential investigation.

Wilson Intermediate School celebrated the opening of their new sensory hallway, a setup which allows students to safely expend excess energy, during a special event Thursday.

The first Easton Sweet Stroll will combine the excitement of a traditional pub crawl with the irresistibility of freshly baked goods. It's planned for noon to 7 p.m. Friday, Feb. 23, and will feature 11 local sweet shops in Downtown Easton.

Community members came together on Feb. 21 to rally in support of Lisa Campbell, the former associate director of the Easton Area Community Center, and contest her firing.

Local business panel, networking strategies, discounts on art and more — it takes place from 5-7 p.m. Thursday at Asante African Art in Palmer Park Mall.

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U.S. families with school children plan to spend an average of $864 on back-to-school items in 2022.

“I believe we have overstepped our bounds as a council,” Daryl Hendricks said.

Heat index values up to 101 degrees are expected.

Hazardous trees are cut down due to old age and illness.

The 55-apartment complex is intended for residents who earn below the area's median income.

Keep jumper cables and coolant in your car just in case you need it.

UPDATED: The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has provided a list of monkeypox vaccination distribution by jurisdiction.

As region's young professional population grows, so does the call for more robust late-night entertainment.

Easton Fire Chief Henry Hennings said the equipment will save lives.

The school runs four- and six-week certification courses for CNAs and home health aides.

There were around 1,500 cases reported in the U.S. as of Monday.

Councilwoman Taiba Sultana said she hopes her resolution will spark change.