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Ryan Gaylor/LehighValeyNews.comActivists gathered outside Nature Nurture Center in Easton on Wednesday to support a ban on fracking in the Delaware River Basin. -
Brian Myszkowski/LehighValleyNews.comOne of Easton's biggest events, Heritage Day, celebrates the city's role in the reading of the Declaration of Independence. For this year, it has been moved to Saturday, July 12, instead of on Sunday when traditionally held.
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A historic Easton property that once housed a church, a dry cleaner and a noted artist is up for lease. The three-floor mixed-use building would be a perfect place for new business, the owner says. -
Fat Jacks' has welcomed customers along Freemansburg Avenue for 32 years. Now owner Susan Kerbaugh says it's time for someone else to take the reins. The building and its liquor license went on the market this week.
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The walkable tour features gallery stops and showcases paintings, handmade jewelry and sculptures by Lehigh Valley artists.
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City officials in Easton are warning that a large bear was spotted Thursday on College Hill near Parker and Shawnee avenues.
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The Lehigh Valley Youth Climate Summit is slated for Saturday at the Nurture Nature Center. The event is free, with a lecture open to the general public.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Northampton County's district attorney's office is touting $168,000 in drug money that law enforcement has confiscated.
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Lawyers for Christopher Ferrante, charged with drug delivery resulting in death, told the court Monday he conducted at least two undercover drug buys for Allentown police.
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Even with onslaught of downpours, the Bachmann Players were able to put on a dramatic performance for Easton's Heritage Day, including a reading of the Declaration of Independence.
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As the investigation into the Ferry Street fire that devastated the 900 block winds down, officials are still unsure of what caused the blaze.
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The farmers' market almost disappeared in the early 2000s, but community support helped revitalized it.
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A new health and beauty business in Easton is set to offer patrons a personalized experience. Mariposa Medical Aesthetics & Wellness Spa held a grand opening Friday.
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Plans to demolish three dams in the Easton area on Bushkill Creek are set to improve water quality, remove hazards and allow species to once again move upstream
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City Center Group is joining forces with Peron Development to build and manage two mixed-use facilities featuring 444 apartments combined.
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Come out to Easton to celebrate the 247 anniversary of the reading of the Declaration of Independence and the city's rich history at Heritage Day, set for Sunday, July 9.
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Easton City Administrator Luis Campos has been hospitalized after collapsing while running in the College Hill neighborhood on Wednesday.
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Easton's Karl Stirner Arts Trail is an ever-popular destination for locals and travelers seeking a quaint and quick trip through a museum set along a strip of wilderness in the city.
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Easton's Planning Commission recommended approval of a land development motion to change former office space at 400 Northampton St. into a mixed-use building with 32 apartments.
