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Northampton says goodbye to longtime tax collector, welcomes new bookkeeper and honors mayor
During the April 3 Northampton Borough Council meeting, longtime tax collector Judith Ackerman announced she is retiring after this year and will not seek reelection. Ackerman has been a dedicated member of the community....
From Horton to Who-ville and all the thinks you can think: Nazareth Area High...
In case you missed it, Nazareth Area High School Theatre Troupe’s spring “Seussical” was a heartwarming, fantasy-filled Sam I Am sellout success!
This year, the troupe added a fifth show, which spanned from April 3-6,...
Obituaries | Week of April 10
Alexander F. Cortezzo Jr.
Alexander F. Cortezzo Jr., 79, of Wind Gap, passed away peacefully at home while surrounded by his loving family on Tuesday, April 1, 2025. He was the beloved husband to Lisa...
The last slice: My Place founder Manny Mirabito hangs up his apron after 46...
After 46 years of tossing dough, feeding generations and running one of the most beloved pizza shops in the area, Emanuel “Manny” Mirabito is officially hanging up his apron.
The owner of My Place Pizza...
Moore Township Supervisors grant waivers; suspend resolution for towing providers
The Moore Township Board of Supervisors met Tuesday, April 1 to discuss waivers, reports and township towing providers.
First, two waivers were granted for Planetree Real Estate at 619 Moorestown Drive that is taking over...
Northampton County upcoming roadwork
Municipality: City of Bethlehem and Lower Saucon Township
Road name: Interstate 78
Between: Exit 67 (PA 412) and Exit 71 (PA 33)
Type of work: Paving
Work being done by: PennDOT Contractor
Type of restriction: Nighttime
Restriction: Lane restriction...
102 candles, countless memories: Julie Moralis celebrates birthday milestone with family and friends
A remarkable milestone was celebrated on Friday, March 28 as Julie Moralis marked her 102nd birthday surrounded by her beloved daughter Annmarie Werley and friends in Bath, Pa.
A woman of immense strength, creativity and...
NAHS brings magical ‘Matilda’ to the stage
The Northampton Area High School Theatre Company brought Roald Dahl’s beloved story, “Matilda,” and all its magic to the stage as their Freddy Award-contending spring musical. The production ran from March 28-30.
Audrey Wood starred...
Obituaries | Week of April 3
Shirley Ann (Trobetsky) Smith
Shirley Ann (Trobetsky) Smith, 89, of Nazareth, Pa., passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 26, 2025, at The Birches of Lehigh Valley, in Easton. She was the loving wife of Albert...
Lehigh Township supervisors declare burn ban; salute firefighters
The March 25 meeting of the Lehigh Township Board of Supervisors began with supervisors discussing the final payment request from Vision Mechanical for the maintenance building. The township is still awaiting the replacement for...
