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Senator investigates Allentown NIZ authority after decade-long audit failure

By Lehigh Times | Oct 22, 2024

After questioning Pennsylvania Department of Revenue Secretary Pat Browne under oath, Senator Jarrett Coleman is considering further actions following revelations about the Allentown Neighborhood Improvement Zone Development Authority (ANIZDA). It was disclosed that ANIZDA has not completed audits of the Neighborhood Improvement Zone (NIZ) for over a decade, violating state law.

FOIA Request Sent to Lehigh County Sheriff's Office Regarding Arrest Records on October 22, 2024

By Lehigh Times | Oct 22, 2024

FOIA Request to Lehigh County Sheriff's Office Regarding Arrest Records on October 22, 2024.

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Grant awarded for Hamilton Blvd. road safety audit

By Lehigh Times | Oct 22, 2024

Senator Jarrett Coleman and Representative Mike Schlossberg have announced a $150,000 grant awarded to South Whitehall Township. The funding comes from the Pennsylvania Local Share Account program and will be used to conduct a road safety audit on Hamilton Boulevard in Lehigh County.

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Grants awarded for public safety projects in Bucks County

By Lehigh Times | Oct 22, 2024

Senator Jarrett Coleman and Representative Craig Staats have announced grant funding for several public safety projects in Bucks County. The funding comes from the Pennsylvania Local Share Account (LSA) program, which is supported by gaming revenues distributed through the Commonwealth Financing Authority as outlined in the PA Race Horse Development and Gaming Act.

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Cetronia Elementary receives $900k grant for HVAC improvement

By Lehigh Times | Oct 22, 2024

Senator Jarrett Coleman has announced that the Parkland School District will receive a $900,000 Public School Facility Improvement Grant for an HVAC project at Cetronia Elementary School in South Whitehall Township, Lehigh County. The grant aims to support the replacement of the current HVAC system with a more efficient design that includes dehumidification capabilities.

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How many companies in cities in Lehigh County received FDA inspections in Q3?

By Lehigh Times | Oct 21, 2024

There were seven companies in cities associated with Lehigh County that received seven FDA inspections in the third quarter of 2024, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Association.

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Keystone awards honor fallen Lehigh County firefighters

By Lehigh Times | Oct 21, 2024

Two firefighters from Lehigh County, who lost their lives in the line of duty, were recognized with Keystone First Responder Awards. Governor Josh Shapiro presented these awards during a ceremony at the Capitol. This annual award was established through legislation introduced by Representative Ryan Mackenzie earlier this year.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on diesel in cities in Lehigh County in week ending Oct. 12?

By Lehigh Times | Oct 20, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Lehigh County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Oct. 12, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Which former Lehigh Times area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Oct. 21?

By Lehigh Times | Oct 20, 2024

These former Lehigh Times area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Oct. 21.

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Lehigh Times area weekly mass times

By Lehigh Times | Oct 19, 2024

The following parishes in the Lehigh Times coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Lehigh County in week ending Oct. 12?

By Lehigh Times | Oct 18, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Lehigh County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Oct. 12, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Cheapest midgrade gas in cities across Lehigh County in week ending Oct. 12

By Lehigh Times | Oct 16, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Lehigh County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Oct. 12, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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1 gas station in cities throughout Lehigh County had the cheapest regular gas in week ending Oct. 12

By Lehigh Times | Oct 16, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Lehigh County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Oct. 12, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Telford Borough receives nearly $10 million for drinking water project

By Lehigh Times | Oct 16, 2024

Senator Jarrett Coleman has announced a significant financial boost for the water infrastructure in Telford Borough, West Rockhill Township, and Hilltown Township. Nearly $10 million in state funding has been allocated to enhance the Telford Borough Authority's water treatment system.

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Mackenzie teams up with attorney general's office for scam awareness seminar

By Lehigh Times | Oct 15, 2024

Rep. Ryan Mackenzie is collaborating with the Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General to host a scam seminar aimed at educating residents about identity theft. The event will be held on Friday, November 1, from 10 a.m. to noon at the Lower Macungie Library located at 3450 Brookside Road in Macungie.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on diesel in cities in Lehigh County in week ending Oct. 5?

By Lehigh Times | Oct 13, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Lehigh County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Oct. 5, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Which former Lehigh Times area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Oct. 14?

By Lehigh Times | Oct 13, 2024

These former Lehigh Times area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Oct. 14.

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Lehigh Times area weekly mass times

By Lehigh Times | Oct 12, 2024

The following parishes in the Lehigh Times coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Lehigh Pediatrician: 'boundaries necessary for becoming confident adults'

By Lehigh Times Reports | Oct 11, 2024

Chaminie Wheeler, resident of Lehigh County expressed concerns about sex change interventions on children. 'As a concerned mother and pediatrician, my primary goal is to empower children to reach their full potential.'

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Cheapest midgrade gas in cities across Lehigh County in week ending Oct. 5

By Lehigh Times | Oct 11, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Lehigh County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Oct. 5, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.