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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City Council on Wednesday unanimously approved a certificate of appropriateness to allow for the development of a 141-room hotel in South Bethlehem’s Historic Conservation District. -
State Rep. Milou Mackenzie was re-elected in the 131st House District, according to unofficial results. She defeated political newcomer Meriam Sabih.
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According to her website, Beatty's campaign priorities have centered around managing township growth and respective greenspaces, maintaining fiscal responsibility and supporting local recreation opportunities.
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Whether it's the Japanese genre’s story arcs, illustrations, characters or what have you, owner Kassidy Bond, 19, and her mother, Kristin, and stepfather, Mike Lopato, each say it’s come one, come all for a robust selection of merchandise right here in Bethlehem.
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Hellertown Borough has committed to a decade-long funding partnership with its area library. Library officials are seeking a 3% increase in borough support to offset rising costs and maintain services.
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The city administration’s $112.49 million spending plan proposed for next year would keep real estate taxes where they are currently, buy eight new police cars and more than double the fire department’s new-recruit training budget.
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U.S. Sen. Bob Casey held a campaign event at Cedar Crest College, urging support for women’s reproductive rights. He highlighted the need for legislation that ensures access to fertility treatments and family planning.
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Two new warehouses have been approved in Lehigh Valley under a "special exemption request." The development also aims to attract tenants.
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The township budget outlook for next year shows no increase in real estate tax, sewer fees, fire tax, stormwater charges and no new borrowing against the general fund, according to Township Manager Doug Bruce.
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Racecar driver Marco Andretti wants to put in 18 total apartments at his grandparents’ former duplex, a three-story addition to the rear of the home and a neighboring property along West Broad Street.
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