Happy Monday and happy National Pie Day! Today is the perfect day to go into a bakery and buy yourself a slice or two of something delicious. My personal favorite pie is blueberry, but celebrate whatever way floats your boat!
1. We have a rainy morning ahead, according to the National Weather Service in Mt. Holly, NJ. It'll also be breezy and a tad chilly, though not freezing until nighttime.
2. This year marks the 40th anniversary of Rep. Robert Freeman, D-Northampton, first taking office. He's served the Valley in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives for the longest time of any currently sitting member.
3. David Crosby passed away last week, and Martin Guitars (a Nazareth-based company) employees spoke of his love of the brand.
4. Lara Bly Designs, a local fashion company, hosted its first-ever dog fashion show on Saturday in collaboration with Big Dog Bourbon. Read Olivia Richardson's story to get a pop of pooch news into your day.
5. Finally, Lutheran leaders in Bethlehem on Saturday announced a new vote on Lehigh University's offer to buy three churches and a parking lot. They also dismissed the mayor's letter saying the city was still interested in the sale.