Northampton County
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Tom Kohler/Easton Fire Pix/FacebookLehigh Valley firefighters warn staffing shortages are worsening as call volumes rise, leaving departments below national standards and increasing risks for crews and residents.
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Keith Srakocic/AP PhotoMore than 150 people turned out to Cedar Crest College to hear Bob Brooks, Ryan Crosswell, Lamont McClure and Carol-Obando Derstine square off at a debate organized by the Lehigh County Democratic Committee.
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Lower Saucon Township residents opposing the landfill expansion who received party status are permitted to ask questions of witnesses, present evidence, make arguments, and are allowed to participate in an appeal.
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Law enforcement authorities describe turmoil within the Sikh congregation as a civil matter, preventing them from stopping people from entering the Nazareth-area building. Members of the Guru Nanak Sikh Society of Lehigh Valley say the are concerned for their safety.
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The cafe's union is among the nation's first to negotiate with the chain, on account of upcoming renovations.
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A new interactive tool from the U.S. Department of Transportation shows roadway fatalities by county and municipality, illustrating the significant impact of motor vehicle deaths in our local communities.
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Parents aren't the only ones frustrated. One bus driver says students acting out causes drivers to quit, creating high turnover rates. A number of school districts are negotiating new bus driver contracts.
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Some districts say it's a constant struggle to staff the positions.
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The Palmer Township supervisors rejected a proposal for a 185,000-square-foot manufacturing center near a housing development in the northern end of the township.
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Employees of a Lehigh Valley company recall the devotion to their guitars by music icon David Crosby, who died Wednesday at age 81.
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Some Lehigh Valley school districts are reviewing their safety protocols for responding to injuries at area football games after Damar Hamlin's recent collapse brought renewed attention to the dangers of the sport.
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She served as deputy director of administration and the county's chief information officer.
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The Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber of Commerce celebrated local businesses and chamber president Tony Iannelli at its annual meeting.
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Easton's West Ward finalizing plans to submit for a federal HUD Choice Neighborhood Implementation Grant that would give $30-50 million to revitalize neighborhood
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The Northampton County coroner is investigating and has identified the remains as belonging to William Edelman Jr. of Catasauqua.
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Civil engineering association ASCE gave the state the same grade it did in 2018 as the commonwealth continues to face challenges improving its infrastructure, but optimism is strong a year after the Bipartisan Infrastructure Bill was signed.
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The Lehigh Valley Planning Commission projects the population in the Lehigh Valley will grow by 100,000 by 2050.
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Without any contested races, Northampton County quietly passed its risk-limiting voting machine audit Monday afternoon.
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Northampton County and Lehigh Valley Habitat for Humanity spent a combined $1.3 million on land for 50 new houses in response to families in need.
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Lehigh Valley Health Network is holding a series of influenza vaccine clinics as cases rise across the country. Doctors said this year is expected to be a more severe flu season.
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Lehigh Valley Health Network received new spinal surgery device with a $1million grant. The O-Arm device scans a patient's spine.
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Congresswoman Susan Wild expected Democrats to defy historical norms and compete for control of the U.S. House this midterm.
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Northampton County's results neatly reflected election returns for governor, U.S. Senate and Congress.
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Restaurants and small businesses are giving veterans free food, drinks and discounts this year to celebrate Veterans Day.