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I-78 Pedestrian Accident, Arrests in So. Lehigh Burglaries Top Local News
Stories about an investigation into a pedestrian accident on Interstate 78 in Upper Saucon Township and the arrest of two people who allegedly burgled a number of homes in the Southern Lehigh area were among the most-read this week.
Pedestrian Struck on I-78, Police Say
Pennsylvania State Police at Fogelsville are investigating a hit-and-run accident in which a pedestrian was injured in Upper Saucon Township.
Lower Saucon Pair Stole From 5 So. Lehigh Homes, Police Say
According to police and the Lehigh County district attorney, Patrick Quinn, 27, and Kelly Cunningham, 22, both of Lower Saucon Township, stole or damaged more than $205,000 in property from 76 homes during a six-month, four-county spree.
L. Milford Quarry Fight Could Reach Pa. Supreme Court
A years-long fight to prevent Geryville Materials from developing a quarry on land in Lower Milford Township shows no signs of ending soon.
$7K to $8K Stolen from L. Milford Home, Police Say
State police are investigating the theft of $7,000 to $8,000 from a Lower Milford Township home.
Future of Hopewell, L. Milford Elem. Schools to Be Discussed
Options for repairing Hopewell and Lower Milford elementary schools in the Southern Lehigh School District will be the subject of a special presentation Aug. 28.
So. Lehigh Grad Vies for Allentown Fair Queen
Erin Schantzenbach, 19, of Coopersburg is one of three contestants for Allentown Fair Queen. Finals are Sunday.
Lehigh President Outlines Plan for U. Saucon Land
Lehigh University president Alice Gast told the Upper Saucon Township Board of Supervisors that the school has no immediate plans to develop a large tract in the township.
5 Injured in I-78 Accident in U. Saucon
The accident occurred when a New York driver struck the center median on I-78.
Traffic Stop Leads to Crack Cocaine Bust, Police Say
Two people have been charged with possession with intent to deliver crack cocaine.
What's Worst About Going Back to School in So. Lehigh?
We asked readers on Facebook to tell us about their least favorite things about their kids heading "back-to-school" in the Southern Lehigh School District.
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