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Tom Shortell/LehighValleyNews.comOperations at Lehigh Valley International Airport have not suffered from the government shutdown to date, according to Lehigh-Northampton Airport Authority officials. However, an increase in air traffic controllers calling out sick during the last shutdown spurred a deal in 2019. -
Republican Roger MacLean and Democrat Josh Siegel are vying for a four-year term as Lehigh County executive. The winner in the Nov. 4 election will succeed Democrat Phil Armstrong, who cannot run again because of term limits.
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Maria Montero, a member of former Gov. Tom Corbett's administration, declared her candidacy for Pennsylvania's 7th Congressional District with the FEC this week. She'll aim to unseat Democratic incumbent Susan Wild in the 2024 congressional race. -
South Whitehall commissioners voted to drop the college requirement for new police officers, among other changes to the recruitment process.
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For some, even two-and-a-half centuries later, the Declaration of Independence makes for a fun read and a historic reminder.
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The Schnecksville zoo's annual Independence Day Celebration included patriotic enrichment for the animals, free flags for guests, as well as live music from the Allentown Hobo “Almost” Marching Band.
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North Whitehall supervisors tabled the final plan for Timberidge Luxury Apartments after a lengthy debate about potential curbing and sidewalk installation.
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The American Red Cross of Greater Pennsylvania is asking people to consider donating blood over the 4th of July holiday. This time of year, the organization says donations drop off, but the need stays the same.
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A cappella singing group Straight No Chaser will perform at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, July 6, at Miller Symphony Hall, 23 N. 6th St., Allentown. Tickets, at $49.50-$69.50, are available at www.millersymphonyhall.org or 610-432-6715.
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One the first day of sweet corn sales at Newhard Farms on Friday, the lines were long and the smiles were in abundance.
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After an outbreak earlier this month among the Humane Society's shelter dogs, the organization says it's now safe to adopt their animals. They are set to re-open to the public on July 1.
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3M Co. has committed up to $10.3 billion, payable over 13 years, for remediation of per- and poly-fluoroalkyl substances, or PFAS.
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Journalists held a rally at the Allentown Arts Park in protest of what they call wage discrimination.
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Acting DOS Secretary Leigh Chapman said her conversation with Lehigh County DA Jim Marting was 'brief' and 'cordial.'
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At very least, the remapping has divided the city of Allentown, leaders say.
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Acting Secretary of the Commonwealth Leigh Chapman warns the move may have a 'chilling effect' on voters.
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State official says physically monitoring drop boxes may be a form of voter intimidation.
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The ACLU of Pennsylvania and several voting rights advocacy groups have asked Martin to drop the plan.
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The ID will be required to board an airplane in the U.S., enter a military base and enter a federal facility.
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It comes as the Lehigh County DA plans to station detectives at mail-in ballot drop boxes.
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County Executive Phillips Armstrong wants the upcoming primary to run as smoothly as possible.
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Violators face fines up to $2,500 and two years' imprisonment, under Pa.'s election code.
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The local nonprofit group was among 7 organizations statewide to receive a share of $89,000 in grants.
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The program is open to homeowners with COVID-related hardships and income below 150% the area median.
