Easton News

The Box Tops will be the opening act for another 1960s act, Herman's Hermits with Peter Noone, at Easton's State Theatre.Tickets, at $70-$90, remain available.

Easton officials on Thursday announced a new initiative aimed at tightening fire safety compliance in commercial buildings, saying the program will come at no cost to the city.

Brian Regan, who has starred in several Comedy Central specials and refrains from profanity and off-color humor, will play State Theatre at 7:30 p.m. Sept. 25, the venue announced. And Lewis Black, known for his cantankerous comedic style and also as an author, playwright, social critic and actor, will perform at 7:30 p.m. Oct. 9.

The Pennsylvania Supreme Court upheld a lower court's ruling that forced Sultana off the ballot for an issue on her financial-disclosure form.

Lehigh Valley firefighters warn staffing shortages are worsening as call volumes rise, leaving departments below national standards and increasing risks for crews and residents.

Comedian Bobby Collins, known for his appearances on "The Tonight Show" and VH1 and Showtime comedy specials, will perform at 7:30 p.m. Oct. 16. And The Fab Faux, which for more than 25 years has recreated iconic Beatles tunes and solo songs of its members behind guitarist and former "Conan" bandleader Jimmy Vivino, will perform at 7:30 p.m. Oct. 30.

Former Easton City Councilwoman Taiba Sultana listed her job as "self-employed" on a candidate form. The lack of detail about her occupation violated state law and was grounds to remove her from the Democratic primary, Commonwealth Court Judge Anne Covey ruled.

Marty Nothstein, a former Lehigh County commissioner, had been accused of stalking his ex-girlfriend but admitted to lesser charges Monday. The plea deal came three years after he pleaded guilty to illegally entering the home of a different ex-girlfriend.

KC and the Sunshine Band helped the audience experience many of those moments — and memories — in a two-hour show of 15 songs.

The SBA is offering low-interest disaster loans to both renters and business owners, while the Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency has helped facilitate grant programs for renters.

Lower Saucon Township was just awarded almost $510,000 in grant funding, to redevelop the ball fields off Easton Road.

Easton city officials provided an update on the status of the Ferry Street fire Wednesday, advising victims to be cautious of grifters and the public to stay away from the dilapidated properties for safety's sake.

The deadline to submit work is Sunday, June 25.

Easton Police Chief Carl Scalzo and South Side Civic Association President Melody Davis-Rogers alerted the community to several car break-ins on South Side at a city council meeting Wednesday.

The late William Jacob Heller founded The American Flag Manufacturing Co. in Easton in 1887, helping popularize the U.S. flag nationally. Heller is credited as being instrumental in having flags hung at schoolhouses throughout the nation.

The employee under investigation at Easton Arts Academy Elementary Charter School was recently acting CEO until it hired its third CEO last month.

The Easton Housing Authority has partnered with the Lehigh Conference of Churches to offer city residents assistance with various issues, including homelessness and food access.

A report by the United Way of the Pennsylvania found basic amenities are too expensive for 39% of the state's households, including ones where people are employed full time.

This Sunday, Trinity Episcopal Church in Easton will host a Pride flag raising to show solidarity and support for the LGBTQ community in a time of need.

The City of Easton will host a Multi-Agency Resource Center at Paxinosa Elementary School for victims of the Ferry Street fire that tore through 15 homes and displaced more than 40 people on Memorial Day.

The event featured drag performances, kids' face painting and a doggie drag.

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