Obituaries | Week of August 22
Dennis D. Filchner
Dennis D. Filchner, 70, of Washington Township, formerly of Moore Township, passed away on Thursday, Aug. 15, 2024 at his residence. Born in Northampton, Dennis was a son of the late Clifford...
Allen Township considers extending trash and recycling agreement with JP Mascaro
During their August 13 meeting, the Allen Township Board of Supervisors discussed the costs and benefits of extending their trash and recycling contract with current hauler, JP Mascaro.
The three-year contract started in May 2022...
Looking Back | Becky’s Drive-In: Part 1 of 5
I recently received a letter from Cindy Beck Deppe, a former fine student of this writer at Northampton High School. Cindy’s father was Mr. William Beck, a local icon who founded a Lehigh Valley...
Bath Borough Council discusses potential projects for 2025 preliminary budget
Bath Borough Council met Monday, August 12 to discuss changes to the Old Home Week schedule, Keystone Cement Company’s proposed alternative fuel transport, changes to SALDO fees, 2025 preliminary budget items, Storm Water Authority...
Lehigh Township celebrates new Public Works building
A group of about 50 well-wishers, some traveling from as far as Harrisburg, joined the Lehigh Township Board of Supervisors at the ribbon cutting of the municipality’s new Public Works building on Thursday, August...
Obituaries | Week of August 15
Charles G. Trinkle
Mr. Charles G. Trinkle, 86, of Bethlehem, Pa., passed into eternal rest on August 10 at Lehigh Valley Hospital-Muhlenberg. He was the husband of Gertrude A. (Clausius) Trinkle. They were married for...
Moore Township Supervisors favor inclusion in Highlands boundary
The Moore Township Board of Supervisors met Tuesday, August 6 to discuss waivers, subdivision/land developments, a disc golf tournament, an Eagle Scout project, pavilion rental hours, an amendment to the Open Records Ordinance, disposal...
Northampton County upcoming roadwork
Municipality: -
Road name: Interstate 78
Between: Exit 67 (PA 412) and Exit 71 (PA 33)
Type of work: Road Sign Work
Work being done by: PennDOT Contractor
Type of restriction: Daytime
Restriction: Shoulder restriction for road sign work.
Start date:...
Nazareth Borough Council approves new parking ordinance, tables temporary permits
The Nazareth Borough Council meeting on Monday, August 5 began with two concerns from residents regarding the proposed cost of temporary parking permits for those residing within the bounds of the new “resident permit...
Northampton Borough thanks retiring police officer, reflects on borough accomplishments
Northampton Borough police officer Dennis Smith officially retired on August 1. His service was recognized by Mayor Tony Pristash, Borough Manager LeRoy Brobst, Northampton Borough Council and residents during the August 1 council meeting.
“As...
