Bethlehem Area Unemployment Improves: Feds

The unemployment rate in Northampton County is lower than the Pennsylvania average.

4th Of July Weekend 2021 - PA Fireworks Laws & Safety Tips From Bethlehem Police Department

The following is a breakdown of PA’s fireworks laws, as well as some safety tips.

Northampton County Ahead Of Biden's Coronavirus Vaccine Goal

This is how the Bethlehem area compares to Pennsylvania and the nation for coronavirus vaccinations.

Unemployment Improves In Bethlehem Area: Feds

Northampton County's unemployment rate is lower than the Pennsylvania average.

The Digital Divide: How Wide In Bethlehem Area?

U.S. shows great variance in access and use of high-speed internet.

Federal Taxes: How Do Your Payments And Refunds Compare?

IRS figures allow you to compare what you’re paying in taxes with that of your Northampton County neighbors.

Lehigh University Revokes Trump's Honorary Degree

Lehigh University this week rescinded and revoked an honorary degree granted to President Trump in 1988.​

Bethlehem Area Public Library To Hold Library Board Meeting December 14 Via Zoom

Please note that the Bethlehem Area Public Library’s December board meeting will be held online on December 14, 2020 at 6pm.

Bethlehem City Hall Will Continue To Remain Open

Mayor Bob Donchez announced today that Bethlehem City Hall will continue to remain open for the general public to conduct business.

City Of Bethlehem Declares June 5 'National Gun Violence Awareness Day'

Bethlehem officials encourage "every citizen to support their local communities' efforts to prevent the tragic effects of gun violence."

Bethlehem City Council Meeting Will Be Held On May 19

Close to the beginning of the meeting, the City Council President will announce that the public comment periods will begin.

Bethlehem Mayor Donchez And Department Directors Answer Second Round Of Resident's Questions

Officials answer email-submitted questions in virtual second round of "Ask The Mayor."

Bethlehem City Mayor Will Be Joined By Department Heads To Answer Submitted Questions

They will be answering Questions from the Public on May 7.

Bethlehem City Council Will Host Virtual Meeting On April 21

Bethlehem City Council will temporarily allow public comment by phone during Bethlehem City Council meetings.

Bethlehem Area Public Library Asks Residents To Celebrate National Poetry Month 2020 With Haikus By Chelsea

Poems will be displayed to the public through BAPL’s Facebook, blog, and Twitter!

Bethlehem Mayor Donchez Holds First Virtual Press Conference On April 9

Virtual press conference regarding coronavirus with Mayor Donchez, Director of Health - Kristen Wenrich and others.

Mayor Donchez Holds Bethlehem's First Virtual Press Conference On April 9

This media type is not supported by your browser.

Lehigh Faculty Votes To Rescind Trump's Honorary Degree

An overwhelming 80 percent of Lehigh faculty that voted want the president's 1988 honorary degree to be rescinded.

Pope Visit 2015: Patch's Complete Guide

Have a question about anything that has to do with the Pope visit to Philadelphia and New York? Here's your spot.

Pa. Bill Would Punish Those Who Leave Their Pets In Hot Cars

A new bill in Harrisburg would wield fines of up to $300 toward pet owners who leave their dogs and cats in hot cars.

Kane Will Offer Public Response To Charges On Wednesday

The embattled Pennsylvania attorney general turned herself in on Saturday.

How Dependent Is Pennsylvania On The Federal Government?

A new study breaks it down.

Supreme Court Sides With PA Man Over School Shooting Facebook Threats

The potentially historic ruling came down on the side of a Bethlehem man. The Supreme Court would not convict based on "negligence."

Gov. Wolf's Prison Speech: Educate, Don't Incarcerate

The Pennsylvania governor advocated for increased spending on education as a way to prevent incarceration.

Petition Circulates Asking PA State Senator To Resign From Office For Blocking Marijuana Bill

Some constituents want Rep. Matt Baker to step down after preventing a vote on a bill that would legalize medical marijuana in Pennsylvania.

Pennsylvania Marijuana Bill Faces Roadblock in House

The head of the health committee in the PA House has vowed not to allow a bill legalizing medical marijuana to come to a vote.

Boscola Aims to Amend Laws Against Betting Pools

Under current state law, Super Bowl and March Madness betting pools are illegal.

Boscola Re-Introduces Bill for Snow, Ice Removal from Trucks

Under State Senator Boscola’s proposed legislation, fines would be issued for not clearing snow off of trucks before driving.

Pennsylvania AG Won't Defend Controversial Gun Law

This is the second time that Kathleen Kane has declined to represent the commonwealth in a legal challenge.

Pennsylvania Governor's Race Results: Voters Take to the Polls

Democrat Tom Wolf is challenging Republican incumbent Tom Corbett in the election for Pennsylvania Governor.

Bethlehem Parking Authority Seeking More Info Before Ticket Hike

The Authority wants to meet with more South Side proprietors before enacting a $25 parking fine.

Pro-Choice Group Protests Washingtonville Woman's Prison Sentence

NARAL handed state senate a petition protesting the 18-month sentence for Jennifer Whalen, who gave her daughter abortion-inducing pills.

How Do You Feel About Medical Marijuana?

A bill that would allow the use of cannabis for medical purposes was passed Wednesday by the Pennsylvania State Senate. By Alison Smith.

PA's Roads Ranked 41st in the Nation: Improvement Will Be A Bumpy Ride

The Reason Foundation, a libertarian think tank, ranked PA's roads 41st out of 50 states, due to narrow roadways and deficient bridges.

September To Be Designated "Emergency Preparedness Month"

The state senate has approved a bill designating September 2014 as “Emergency Preparedness Month” in Pennsylvania.

Poll Finds Wolf Has Commanding Lead Over Corbett

With eight weeks to Election Day, Tom Wolf is leading Gov. Tom Corbett, 59 to 35 percent, a Quinnipiac University poll found.

Paintings as Protest: Bethlehem Artist Depicts Birds That Might Soon Lose Their Home

Gwendolyn Evans, a local artist, plans to give the Township Commissioners 162 paintings of birds threatened by development proposal.

POLL: Does Western Pennsylvania Get Enough Respect?

Let us know in our poll.

Lehigh Valley Will Get $600K in Marcellus Shale Impact Fees

Under Act 13, impact fees are imposed on drilling companies that are extracting natural gas in Pennsylvania’s Marcellus Shale regions.

Rep. Hahn to Host Veterans Expo

All servicemen and servicewomen from throughout Northampton County are encouraged to attend.