Brian Myszkowski
Easton Area ReporterI am the Easton area reporter for LehighValleyNews.com. Originally from Monroe County, I graduated from Temple University with a degree in journalism before working at The Times News in Lehighton and the Pocono Record. Being able to contribute to public media is a dream of mine, and I look forward to exploring all that Easton and the Lehigh Valley has to offer. For your own sake, don’t get me talking about movies, books, podcasts, or vegan food – the conversation might never end! If you happen to have any tips or information you want to share, email me at brianm@lehighvalleynews.com or call me at 570-688-8257.
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A 124-year-old West Ward building which previously served as a legal office may soon be turned into an eight-unit apartment complex in Easton. -
Former Lehigh Valley Dairy site approved for environmental study funding, may lead to revitalizationThe Lehigh County Redevelopment Authority approved a contract between Elias Property Group and Synergy Environmental Group for $67,000 for an environmental study at the former Lehigh Valley Dairy site.
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Gov. Josh Shapiro unveiled new designs for highway welcome signs and license plates this week, both featuring the Liberty Bell and the phrase "Let Freedom Ring." But it appears history hot spot Easton was left out.
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While the Easton Police Department only took a few phone calls over fireworks complaints for July 4, it appears citizens and city council are riled up over the nuisance and danger tied to the explosives.
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An Allentown man has been charged in the fatal shooting of another man at a party at the East Side Fire Social Hall in February 2024.
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Members of Skyline Investment Group came to Wilson Borough Council to talk TIFs and other areas of interest around the proposed 1921 at Dixie Avenue apartment project on Monday.
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The Northampton County Coroner has identified an individual who drowned and later died due to complications of drowning after spending time on the Delaware River this past weekend.
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Easton is set to extend the patriotic holiday season throughout the weekend with Heritage Day scheduled for Sunday, July 7, featuring historical reenactments, musical performances, food and fireworks.
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Easton Farmers' Market will celebrate its 272nd birthday this month with plenty of history and community-oriented events.
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Northampton County Council has chosen to table a vote on an ordinance which would give the developers behind the Dixie Cup apartment project a significant tax break.
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The North Whitehall Township Zoning Hearing Board announced neonatal kitten rescue Foxy's Cradle violated zoning regulations during a meeting held Thursday, Dec. 20.
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The wait is over! The Lehigh Valley Mall has finally opened the doors for The Cheesecake Factory, with the new location offering 250 dishes and dozens of delectable desserts.
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Bethlehem Area School District's board of education heard a presentation on a proposed charter school, the Bethlehem STEAM Academy, on Monday evening, with the new learning institution focusing on "integrated learning."
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Thanks to a funding allotment from the city council and a partnership with the Downtown Bethlehem Association, the Celtic Cultural Alliance will be able to hold its first Parade of Shamrocks since 2019 this coming March.
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The Jewish Community Center of the Lehigh Valley welcomed dozens of people to the Kline Auditorium Sunday morning to hear from Eli Beer, president of United Hatzalah, a group which provides free emergency medical services in Israel, speak about his experiences in the midst of the Israel-Hamas war.
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According to a survey conducted by Breakthrough Research, Easton's cherished Crayola has been ranked as one of the most "authentic" brands in America.
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Northampton County Council bid farewell to four members Thursday evening, including its first Black president, Kerry Myers.
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Easton City Council approved its 2024 budget with no overall increases Wednesday night, though garbage fees and parking rates will be bumped up.
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Easton City Councilman-elect Frank Pintabone has joined with Greater Shiloh Church and Heart of a Legend to provide free holiday toys for children in need within Easton's South Side and West Ward this Saturday.
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Holiday shoppers at the Lehigh Valley Mall will have a new place to sate their appetites next Tuesday, when The Cheesecake Factory opens the doors of its long-anticipated new location.
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Easton's College Hill will host its first Luminaria Night Dec. 9, aiming to inspire a sense of community and support New Bethany's mission to provide for those in need.
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In celebration of the first night of Hanukkah, members of the Lehigh Valley's Jewish community came together in Easton's Centre Square to light the city's menorah and celebrate community in trying times.
