Easton News

Tuesday's primary election set up a number of races for the fall general election. Here are capsules from Lehigh and Northampton counties.

Democratic primary candidates for Easton City Council Ken Brown and Frank Pintabone have unofficially locked in their seats as of Tuesday night, though the third open position remains too close to call.

Democratic Easton primary candidate Sal Panto Jr. has unofficially won the race as of 10 p.m. Tuesday night.

Get ready for a mouthwatering fiesta at the annual Taco Fest in Easton, featuring delicious tacos from local food trucks, and refreshing beverages from breweries and bars.

An Easton man intending to open a high-end smoke shop was granted a continuance after questions arose around zoning issues related to the Northampton Street retail space's proximity to another specialty business.

As the campaign for the Easton mayoral primary comes to a close, candidates Sal Panto Jr. and Peter Melan discuss how they spent their funds in the race to City Hall.

Take a look at stories throughout the week of which we are most proud, had a profound impact on readers or that you might want to look at again.

The mayors of Allentown, Bethlehem and Easton will participate in group bike rides for Lehigh Valley Bike to Work Week.

The program provides up to $10,000 to restore the facades of historic buildings in Easton, with the goal of restoring some of their original character.

Easton City Council approved a measure to increase the salary for the police department's unfilled community advocate position and establish a new internship at City Hall.

Jeff Dailey was a 2004 graduate of Notre Dame High School and held its all-time scoring record for almost 20 years. He died in a fire in 2007 while attending East Stroudsburg University. On Friday night, hundreds turned out to pay homage to his legacy and family.

Easton Farmers' Market is ready for the holiday season, with plenty of special seasonal events and numerous opportunities to pick up special gifts for just about anyone.

Toys for Tots Lehigh Valley coordinator, Marine Corps Reserve SSgt. Christopher Olson, urges folks to place a new, unwrapped toy into one of 193 drop boxes throughout the region. The toys will be distributed to underprivileged families in time for Christmas.

A medical device component company is expanding in the Lehigh Valley. The Palmer Township operation is opening a new facility and adding more positions.

Ed Smith served nearly a decade on the federal bench after a career as a military lawyer and a Northampton County judge. He died Monday.

After decades of celebrating the holidays and serving as a call for love and camaraderie in the world, the Peace Candle was lit in Easton on Saturday night.

It's time for Easton to team up and "Stuff the Bus," providing basic necessities and special gifts to local residents in need this holiday season.

The Christmastime tradition features a mix of modern and classic choreography at the State Theatre on Saturday, Nov. 29.

Easton City Council finalized its 2024 budget, holding the line on taxes but with increases in garbage and parking fees.

The debate will be held in Kirby Sports Center on the Easton campus. Additional details, including the format and moderators, will be announced as they are identified, college officials said.

Easton Winter Village kicked off its fourth year of festivities this Saturday, with dozens of vendors and special events set to run through the weekends up to Dec. 17.

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.