Easton News

Easton Mayor Sal Panto Jr. has announced a set of pop-up festivals and other outdoor events scheduled throughout the city during spring and summer. The free events will feature free food, drinks and entertainment for all.

The Bethlehem Township zoning board voted 4-0, opposing the applicants' zoning appeal. Reasons cited included the lack of public benefit and resident concerns issued at previous hearings.

Following the introduction of a resolution to recognize Muslim holidays, the Easton City Council resolved to expand that recognition to include religious holidays from all faiths in a separate calendar.

Myers, who in January became the first Black person to serve as council president, accused County Executive Lamont McClure of political maneuvering to force him from office.

The fireworks display for Easton's Heritage Day festival has been moved from the waterfront to Hackett Park in order to allow more time for the fest and better views for spectators, according to Mayor Sal Panto Jr.

Eight rescue dogs will perform a variety of circus-like tricks in a family-friendly performance Sunday, April 30 at the State Theatre Center for the Arts.

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Despite the close proximity to legal recreational marijuana in Phillipsburg, Easton has not experienced any tangible negative effects with law enforcement.

Easton Mayor Sal Panto Jr. held an introductory meeting for the new Neighborhood Advisory Task Force, which will involve residents in weighing in on what needs to be addressed in their communities.

The proposed amendment to Northampton County's administrative code would expand an existing ban on county officials accepting gifts.

Pete Ruggiero, a Lehigh Valley native with more than 25 years at Crayola, will become the company's chief executive officer, the company announced Thursday. Crayola Chief Executive Officer Rich Wuerthele will retire from the company, it was announced.

A proposed amendment to Easton's rental property regulations could push landlords to take a more active role in their rentals, with the potential for them to lose their licenses if tenants engage in illegal activities.

The different proposals would provide connections to New York City, Philadelphia or Reading.

The Lehigh Valley Passenger Rail Analysis will be unveiled during a special informational meeting on Wednesday. Here's what to know and what could happen next.

Churches across the Lehigh Valley are celebrating the resurrection of Jesus on March 31. Here's where to find Sunday church services.

Sen. Lisa Boscola announces $3.6 million in Northampton County transportation improvements

The conference in Lancaster this week will include workshops on business, entrepreneurship, technology, civic engagement, health and well-being, politics and government, and mentoring.

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The Lehigh Valley IronPigs will host a cat-centric promotion at their game Saturday, April 27, at 6:30 p.m. Proceeds benefit the Lehigh Valley Humane Society.

Easton activist Lance Wheeler, known for his work with West Ward WISE, has been cleared of charges of threats and abuse against a trio of Wilson teens in 2022.

Easton's Nurture Nature Center has been granted a novel parking variance which will allow it to add an immersive dome to the property without having to pay for secured parking at local lots.

The Easton Zoning Hearing Board denied a special exception request for a proposed 256-unit apartment complex in College Hill, likely due to traffic concerns, during their Monday meeting.