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                National Weather ServiceA wind advisory goes into effect at 10 a.m. Friday for much of eastern Pennsylvania and northern New Jersey, as strong westerly winds sweep through the region.
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                Donna S. Fisher/For LehighValleyNews.comThe Reporters Committee for Freedom of the Press has filed an emergency motion in Lehigh County Court requesting that a judge unseal documents in at least 22 criminal cases tied to an interstate drug ring. Among the defendants is Lehigh County Commissioner Zach Cole-Borghi.
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                        The 109th PA Farm Show opens this weekend in the state capital, kicking off a week of competitions and demonstrations. Here's what you need to know about admission, parking and more.
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                        With the system three days away, the weekend will serve as the calm before the storm, with questions remaining on exactly where it will track and how much snow will fall across the region.
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                        Preliminary testing showed the presence of highly pathogenic avian influenza. Sick birds were also found at both locations.
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                        January is National Radon Action Month. Public health officials are urging residents to stay informed of the risks, test and support legislative efforts to increase testing.
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                        While Friday may only bring a dusting to an inch of snow for the Lehigh Valley, forecasters say it could be a sign of things to come. They're watching trends for Monday continue to pull the next system north.
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                        The Lehigh Valley Audubon Society, in partnership with the Lehigh Gap Nature Center, is holding its 10th annual Christmas Bird Count for Kids on Saturday, Jan. 11.
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                        PennDOT District 5 officials say there’s more than $240 million invested into road improvement projects in and around the Lehigh Valley entering 2025.
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                        Two decades after the REAL ID Act was introduced, Real ID is about to be real. Federal enforcement finally begins May 7, 2025.
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                        Local restaurants in the Lehigh Valley are already embracing 2025 culinary trends from the National Restaurant Association's annual report. From sustainability efforts to emerging Southeast Asian flavors, businesses have already given customers a taste of what's in store for the new year.
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                        The National Weather Service said Monday the scenario will lead to “exceptionally high probabilities of below-normal temperatures expected across much of the East," but the true intensity of the cold is still unknown.
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                        Critics say the Department of Education doesn't have the resources to take over school audits.
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                        The funds must be spent by 2026.
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                        Some groups use a patriotic look to promote supremist ideology, says an Anti-Defamation League official.
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                        Not everyone is on board with an idea by a group of state senators to slash Pennsylvania's gas tax by a third through the end of the year.
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                        Among the demands: moderators be registered Republicans who live in Pennsylvania.
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                        Four of the 5 candidates participated in the 1st major debate of the Democratic primary.
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                        A female suspect is the focus of the ongoing investigation, police said.
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                        Borrowing money for a home or auto loan could also cost more.
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                        State environmental officials have found PFAS in one-third of Pa. water systems.
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                        The U.S. is experiencing a 'honeymoon' period right now.
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                        Joro spiders are known for their 10-foot webs, among other things.
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                        A local LGBTQ advocate says it's no surprise the 4-star admiral is among the 12 women of the year.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
