Will Oliver
Bethlehem Area reporterI cover the city of Bethlehem and its surrounding area for LehighValleyNews.com. I worked previously as a staff writer turned managing editor at The Houston Home Journal in Perry, Georgia. Before that, I worked as a co-host for the Morning Show on 94.7 WTBF-FM out of Troy, Alabama. During my time in the multimedia journalism program at Troy University, I contributed to the student-run publication, The Tropolitan, and had my undergraduate capstone project printed on the front page of The Montgomery Advertiser. I enjoy drumming, disc golf, going to concerts and trying to cook. My dog, Bella, and I would love to meet you. Give me a call at 610-984-8220 or shoot me an email at willo@lehighvalleynews.com.
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West Bethlehem residents on Tuesday learned more about a pilot program aiming to construct more accessory dwelling units and address some housing needs in the city. -
Bethlehem's Historical Architectural Review Board voted 4-1 on Wednesday to table the discussion surrounding the garage's new design and dimensions.
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The Bethlehem Parking Authority on Tuesday approved an agreement with Moravian University for a one-to-one trade of 100 spaces in the Spring Street Lot in exchange for 100 spots in the Lehigh Street service lot.
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The rate change would lead to about a $2 monthly increase for most customers, city officials said.
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Bethlehem Township officials on Monday got an update on flooding and pollution mitigation efforts taking place over the last couple of years.
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The Bethlehem Fire Department looks to secure $20,000 from the county to switch to a PFAS-free firefighting foam. The process of implementing that foam across seven of its trucks could be completed by the end of next year.
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The city is now in the two-year planning phase of the Pembroke/Stefko neighborhood overhaul. There's plans to demolish 196 units at Pembroke Village, replace them with mixed-income offerings and revitalize the surrounding area.
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Mark Sivak, the city's former budget and finance director, was sentenced to a year of probation, restitution and required to cover investigation costs incurred by the city. Other charges were withdrawn under the plea deal.
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The township planning commission voted 4-3 against recommending approval. The dissenters wanted more information following safety and traffic concerns around the intersection of Willow Park Road and Freemansburg Avenue.
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While city and parking officials wouldn't think of the West Walnut Street site as ideal for police operations, the proposal re-opened a dialogue among Bethlehem first responders.
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