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Kalynych served within a number of roles in his time as a first responder. Lower Saucon council presented a resolution in his memory, recognizing his accomplishments and family in attendance on Wednesday.

The Connect Lehigh County program will make police aware of where participating private groups and residents have installed security cameras. Police hope this can help them quickly collect video evidence as they investigate crimes.

Lehigh County commissioners began reviewing the $520 million budget proposed for 2024. It anticipates the hiring of new positions and wage increases for nonunion employees, but no new property taxes.

Travelers departing from Lehigh Valley International Airport will have to use the arrivals lane upon entering the property because of a repaving project.

While three out of four Lehigh Valley residents are either “very” or “somewhat” concerned with loss of open space, about a third expressed concerns about the quality of air and drinking water in the region. Read the latest in our "Life in the Lehigh Valley" series.

Majestic Realty fielded questions and commentary from concerned citizens over their proposed 3.2 million square foot development set to be constructed near Airport Road, with the public citing worries over traffic, additional warehouses and pollution.

Lehigh County Sheriff’s Office warns residents about a surge in telephone scams and offers tips on avoiding fraudulent calls.

John Kalynych, 50, was Lehigh County's former director of emergency management. He served with several volunteer fire departments in the Lehigh Valley and was known for his training and expertise.

A Lehigh County report found "systemic overdiagnosis" of medical child abuse, formerly known as Munchausen syndrome by proxy. People came to the Lehigh County Commissioners meeting and said LVHN has falsely accused many of the disorder.

Lehigh Valley Planning Commission's comprehensive planning committee approved a review of a planned welcome center on DeSales University's campus Tuesday afternoon.

A strange radio contest involving a Lehigh Valley billboard showed just how far people were willing to go for a free home.

Lehigh County Executive Phil Armstrong says that regardless of a lawsuit filed by former Trump administration officials, the county will use its five drop boxes in the upcoming election.

District Attorney Jim Martin says someone should be stationed at the five drop boxes to ensure the law is followed.

County Executive Phillips Armstrong says it's time now for the city to step up to the plate.

More than $3.5M of the $90M allocated statewide is coming to the Lehigh Valley.

Lehigh County's balanced $522 million budget won’t raise taxes, but includes 3.5% raise for county employees.

The historic, all-metal structure dates back to 1860 and is a borough landmark.

The program will bring in local experts to act a resource for parents.

To avoid the hold, either walk inside to put the exact amount of your purchase on your card, or pay cash.

Harrington took the 1st-place prize of $720,000 in the 3rd Senior Open played in the Lehigh Valley.

The cyclists were on their way between the Flight 93 Memorial in Shanksville, Pa., and New York City.