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Tom Shortell/LehighValleyNews.comThe emergence of the gig economy has altered the American workforce and created questions about what benefits and protections independent contractors should have under federal law. U.S. Rep. Ryan Mackenzie, R-Lehigh Valley, discussed that during the roundtable. -
Brian Myszkowski/LehighValleyNews.comMembers of Adult Skills Quest, tutors, students, politicians and more came together at the Pomfret Club in Easton Thursday to celebrate the educational achievements of adults seeking continued education.
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Reimagine the Lehigh Valley with up-and-coming business visionaries as they share their ideas on how to drive the region forward through innovation and collaboration! -
Meet the restauranteur who brought the Louisiana Bayou to Bethlehem and gave cheese steaks a "totally '80s" makeover.
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Rosanna’s Restaurant, which temporarily closed in February, is expected to reopen in the winter as a modern deli and bar, Rosa's Corner, at 2 E. Broad St. in Bethlehem.
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The decision drew cheers and applause from a crowd of roughly one hundred people gathered, but township supervisors could overrule the recommendation.
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The former Forks Diner, at 3315 Sullivan Trail in Forks Township, is being converted into an auto maintenance and repair shop, Your Mechanic PA, LLC.
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The Hispanic Center Lehigh Valley, state Sen. Pat Browne and community partners announced a new initiative focusing on workforce development and economic well-being for the Lehigh Valley’s Hispanic community.
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Two new Wayback Burgers locations are coming soon to Bethlehem and Lower Macungie Township.
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Costas Paxos and his sisters, Maria and Barbara Paxos, on Sept. 2 opened Not Just Bagels at 5585 Hamilton Blvd., Suite D, Lower Macungie Township, in the Shepherd’s Corner shopping center.
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Habitat for Humanity of the Lehigh Valley, which “works to build simple, decent homes for hardworking, disadvantaged families,” on Aug. 2 opened its second ReStore at the South Mall on Lehigh Street in Salisbury Township.
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New vendors moving into the Downtown Allentown Market will offer sweet and savory options.
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One hookah lounge owner said he bought a metal detector and is doing all he can to ensure customers are safe, but he wants help from police.
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Take a look at stories that ran throughout the week of which we are most proud, had a profound impact on readers or that you might want to look at again.
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'After-hours' establishments could face huge fines — and potential closure — for violating nuisance-abatement ordinances, under a resolution introduced by the city council. Council was critical of the Tuerk administration's response to violence.
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WLVR's Megan Frank talks with Julian Abraham and Jay Bradley.
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There is $1.5 million in funds to be distributed to those in need by Community Action Lehigh Valley.
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The Parkland School Board renewed a sports medicine and school health needs agreement with St. Luke's after state Sen. Jarrett Coleman urged them not to. He suggested the health network should find better ways to spend the money.
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Pennsylvania's Democratic-controlled House of Representatives approved a measure that would raise the minimum wage to $15 by 2026 in a close vote Tuesday. It has an uncertain future in the Republican-controlled Senate.
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Senator Bob Casey visited the chemical and gas company Air Products at its headquarters. Company engineers took him for a drive in a new hydrogen-powered Toyota.
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Officials with St. Luke's University Health Network on Tuesday said the children's hospital designation is the culmination of a coordinated effort within the system to reorganize pediatric care.
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Following the release of a blog post alleging racism in the Lehigh Valley Health Network residency program by a graduate, LVHN has released a statement saying it has launched an investigation.
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St. Luke's University Health Network offers real-life experience to adolescents. The latest group is concluding their time as high school students in the field.
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The rooftop dining spot will provide views of the Forks of the Delaware and Easton and Phillipsburg at one of the city's gateways. Construction of the building has been ongoing for months. Restaurant plans include 3-season balcony outside seating.
