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General Election FAQs for Northampton County voters

submitted by Becky Bartlett, Northampton County The Elections Office is providing a list of Frequently Asked Questions for Northampton voters for the General Election which will be held on November 3. Can I vote by mail? ·...

Northampton announces cancellation of Street Fair and Annual Jack Frost Parade

The COVID-19 pandemic has forced the cancellation of two more beloved community events. During the August 20 Northampton Borough Council meeting, it was announced that both the Uptown Street Fair slated for September and...

Lehigh Township discusses drainage concerns and liquor license transfer

The Lehigh Township Board of Supervisors met on Tuesday, August 11 at 7 p.m. to conduct routine township business.  Township residents raised drainage concerns on Primrose Lane. Water is flooding downhill from a property uphill...

Road work scheduled on W. Main Street, Bath Borough

County:  Northampton Municipality:  Bath Borough Road name:  West Main Street Between:  PA 512/South Walnut Street and PA 987/South Chestnut Street Type of work:  Milling and Paving Work being done by:  PennDOT Contractor Type of restriction:  Daytime Restriction:  Lane restrictions. Expect significant...

Developer attorney alleges Allen Township conspired to reject warehouse development

During their meeting on Tuesday, August 11, the Allen Township Board of Supervisors heard the opening arguments in an appeal case that stemmed from the rejection of a development plan in 2018.  Jamie Kratz, attorney...

Northampton County Upcoming Road Work

Municipality:  Lower Saucon Twp Road name:  PA 412/Leithsville Road Between:  Polk Valley Road and Bucks County Line Type of work:  Drainage Work being done by:  PennDOT Maintenance Forces Type of restriction:  Daytime Restriction:  Lane restriction with flagging. Start date:  August 17 Est...

Northampton Borough Council discusses impound lot and sewer line repairs

The Northampton Borough Council met on Thursday, August 6 at 7:30 p.m. in the municipal building.  One community member present addressed an ongoing issue with the Canal Street Park and a business across the street.  Residents...

Lot subdivision, sidewalks, and road widening planned for Towpath Estates in Allen Township

During their meeting on Tuesday, July 28, the Allen Township Board of Supervisors approved a lot subdivision plan for Towpath Estates. This plan would include the construction of sidewalks, an EDU transfer, and the...

Allen Township Dog Park reopens, residents expected to play their part

After temporarily closing earlier this summer, the Allen Township Dog Park is reopening. However, township manager Ilene Eckhart and supervisors warn they will not hesitate to close the park again if visitors continue to...

Fireworks concerns raised at Lehigh Township Supervisors meeting

At the July 28 meeting of the Lehigh Township Supervisors, residents raised the issue of constant fireworks being set off in the area. Many of the people who addressed the supervisors said the noise...
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