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Jason Addy/LehighValleyNews.comPennsylvania saw 201.6 million visitors, generating $49.9 billion in visitor spending and $83.9 billion in economic impact in 2024. In the Lehigh Valley, visitor spending increased 1.5%, generating just over $2.5 billion. -
Tom Shortell/LehighValleyNews.comLast week, SEPTA and Pittsburgh Regional Transit were permitted to use capital funds to finance operations in 2026. LANTA officials hope PennDOT will grant them same exception to avoid service cuts and fare hikes.
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Storms pounded eastern Pennsylvania, including the Lehigh Valley, with widespread flooding before the heavy rainfall pushed to the east and gradually weakened overnight. -
Berks County recorded the highest rainfall totals locally, with storm total accumulations at 10 inches near Oley Township and surrounding areas just after 5 p.m., according to social media reports.
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It is predicted that there will be numerous flash floods on Sunday, affecting the area.
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An effort to subject Pennsylvania’s cyber charter schools to stronger ethics standards and curb the amount of money school districts must pay them passed the state House of Representatives.
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WLVR's Megan Frank talks with Sarah Mueller and Phil Gianficaro.
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The Miller-Keystone Blood Center is facing a critical shortage of blood supply, prompting an urgent appeal for donors of all blood types.
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Throughout the five weeks, participating museums, libraries and special exhibitions provide free admission, guided tours, activities and programs suitable for visitors of all ages.
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While the Lehigh Valley is no stranger to the effects of climate change, the new record is a startling reminder about how how global warming has local impacts.
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New regulations require more direct care hours for residents and tighter staffing ratios at nearly 700 long-term care facilities statewide.
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Maria Montero, a member of former Gov. Tom Corbett's administration, declared her candidacy for Pennsylvania's 7th Congressional District with the FEC this week. She'll aim to unseat Democratic incumbent Susan Wild in the 2024 congressional race.
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Toll booth payments were permanently phased out in 2021.
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The proposed changes are intended to deal with the rash of fireworks-related complaints, particularly during summer.
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The legislation cracks down on the illegal operation of dirt bikes and ATVs in the Lehigh Valley.
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Statewide soil survey brings new meaning to the term 'dirty drawers'
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An investigation continues into the cause of a massive explosion in Pottstown.
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Needle exchange programs are only permitted now in Allegheny County and Philadelphia.
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When Pa. Act 101 was passed in 1988 it did not anticipate the 'throw-away culture' we have now.
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The funding will provide ongoing services for those in need.
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It's still ok to catch them in a jar if you let them go after you enjoy the magic of watching them..
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To date there have been 19 confirmed monkeypox cases in the U.S. and around 500 worldwide.
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PennDOT looks for cost effective ways to keep roadways safe, officials say.
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EAST STROUDSBURG, Pa. - A new $1 million study is working to curb Pennsylvania’s tick population, with a focus on parts of the Lehigh Valley and the…
