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Matt Slocum/AP PhotoThe U.S. Mint has ended production of the penny, a change made to save money and in recognition of the growing irrelevance of the 1-cent coin. The last pennies were struck Wednesday at the mint in Philadelphia, where the country’s smallest denomination coins have been produced since 1793. -
Donna S. Fisher/For LehighValleyNews.comSpecifics for the plan are still under wraps as Upper Macungie Township is processing the application. The proposal would develop the data center at the former Air Products headquarters on Hamilton Boulevard.
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The former Whitehall Township Police Department station has been vacant for three years and costing the township money as it seeks a buyer. -
Al Granger bought an abandoned Lehigh Valley farm in the 1980s and turned it into a luxurious inn and spa. He was known for his vision and innovation — and for being ultra-tough on those he employed.
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The hearing later this month in Bethlehem is the first step in the 5-year license renewal for Wind Creek Bethlehem. The initial public hearing by the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board had been set for June 26 but had to be postponed because of severe storms and power outages.
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Owowcow Creamery announced it secured two brag-worthy titles: third-best ice cream shop in the U.S. and first place on the East Coast. The creamery has two locations in the Lehigh Valley.
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About 120 workers at the distribution center in Palmer Township are represented by the United Auto Workers union. Leaders say the proposed deal increases wages 33% over the next five years.
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Teamsters Local 773 approved a new contract that awarded employees raises, more sick days and better contributions toward their health care costs, said union President Dennis Hower.
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Allentown City Council agreed to raise parking fines next month if the parking authority's board agreed to those initiatives.
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Easton City Council approved a resolution that would allow the city to take the historic Hooper House by eminent domain, but officials would prefer not to fall back on that option, hoping discussions with owner Rock Church may be successful.
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The “Easton Commerce Park" proposal for a 1,006,880-square-foot warehouse at the old Pfizer Pigments property off Wood Avenue drew concerns from members of the Lehigh Valley Planning Commission.
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In the midst of scorching temperatures, Tandoor Grill owner Raj Muddu is giving out free water bottles to help cool off Easton community members.
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Catasauqua Police are investigating the incident.
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A perfect storm of inflation, housing market issues, and gas prices have created a climate in which people need food.
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Journalists held a rally at the Allentown Arts Park in protest of what they call wage discrimination.
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The FDA is working with manufacturers to try to increase production of infant formula.
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Shop now if you're looking for electricity at a lower cost.
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The Federal Reserve is expected to raise interest rates several times throughout the coming year.
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Experts have no idea when prices will begin to even out.
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Soltech Solutions, a Bethlehem start-up, helps 'bring nature indoors.'
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One hallway features a giant 'Lite Bright.'
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The concern with the growth in the warehouse industry is the strain on local infrastructure, especially roads.
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The average hourly wage for direct support professionals is under $15.
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Construction should begin next year, with a planned opening of mid-2024.
