Will Oliver
Bethlehem Area reporterI cover the city of Bethlehem and its surrounding area for LehighValleyNews.com. I worked previously as a staff writer turned managing editor at The Houston Home Journal in Perry, Georgia. Before that, I worked as a co-host for the Morning Show on 94.7 WTBF-FM out of Troy, Alabama. During my time in the multimedia journalism program at Troy University, I contributed to the student-run publication, The Tropolitan, and had my undergraduate capstone project printed on the front page of The Montgomery Advertiser. I enjoy drumming, disc golf, going to concerts and trying to cook. My dog, Bella, and I would love to meet you. Give me a call at 610-984-8220 or shoot me an email at willo@lehighvalleynews.com.
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The Bethlehem Zoning Hearing Board voted against a building length variance. Developers will have to submit new plans if they seek to build on the former car dealership at the Bethlehem-Allentown city line. -
Area residents have filed suit regarding the most recent ordinance, while another local borough is keeping watch on the situation. A public hearing is set for Aug. 30 at 9 a.m.
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Bethlehem City Council unanimously approved BPD to join other Lehigh County agencies to combat crime through the use of shared investigative data.
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Giuseppe Iatarola, 11, of Hellertown, is a widely known gearhead looking to make a mark on the automotive industry with his YouTube channel and MotorWeek segment.
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Recently retired Parkland art teacher Linda La Due said her students were her greatest masterpieces.
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The ordinance adjustments approved Monday night would align the township with the state model for stormwater management guidance.
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Representatives from Schwäbisch Gmünd, Germany, arrived Tuesday, but will have experienced much of what the Lehigh Valley has to offer and more come their departure on Sunday afternoon.
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With a proposed start of construction in summer 2024, some felt the project to level and rebuild the Walnut Street Garage could affect the city's run at World Heritage status. Nearby residents were concerned by potential effects on their homes.
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Although the approved access would only be for general use by Main Street visitors, officials are looking to potentially expand the efforts to help local residents in need.
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As Musikfest kicks off next week, some notable figures in its history shared their perspectives on the humble beginnings and what it's become. Join in the action in Bethlehem from Aug. 3-13.
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- Bethlehem swears in Reynolds for his 2nd term
- Ruling on 8 apartments in Bethlehem deferred; elevations submitted were from project across town
- Reason unclear for Retro Burger closing after 2-year run
- New ice rink, fitness center going in at family-friendly Bethlehem skating spot
- 'Small price to pay': Hellertown Council approves 1.5-mill tax increase to give fire company 'breathing room'
- Bethlehem’s Steel Ice Center presents updated plans for facilities expansion Thursday
- Bethlehem welcomes newest edition of City Council, 1st-ever elected African American member
- No criminal charges in Five10 Flats apartment fire, police say
- 13 Lehigh Valley agencies get $400K grant to fight homelessness
- Townhome project pitched for West Bethlehem dialed back; zoners OK relief
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