Elizabeth Rich broke into hard journalism at 9 years old. The expose, on firecracker debris in the driveway, was the talk of the dinner table. From there, Elizabeth worked as an associate producer for her hometown Fox affiliate (WDAF Fox4, Kansas City) and a health care journalism fellow at Minnesota 2020, a public policy think tank. Most recently, Elizabeth was the editor-in-chief of the Health Care Ledger, a regional publication for medical professionals and patients in Western Massachusetts and Connecticut. <br><br><b>Elizabeth's Beliefs</b><br>At Patch, we promise always to report the facts as objectively as possible and otherwise adhere to the principles of good journalism. However, we also acknowledge that true impartiality is impossible because human beings have beliefs. So in the spirit of simple honesty, our policy is to encourage our editors to reveal their beliefs to the extent they feel comfortable. <br><br><b>Politics </b><br>How would you describe your political beliefs?
I am a die-hard member of the "What Makes Sense" party, not claiming any affiliation, really listening to people's platforms, and looking at their records. However, I am exceptionally unforgiving for politicians who lie, cheat, and steal. I am a "one strike you're out" kind of person.
<br>Are you registered with a certain party? Nope<br><br><b>Religion</b><br>How religious would you consider yourself?
I am Jewish, and am very interested in religion in general. I find that a belief system keeps me grounded.<br><b><br>Local Hot-Button Issues</b>
<br>What do you think are the most important issues facing the community?
There are serious budget discussions in all the municipalities, as well as issues like the Gerryville mining saga.
<br>Where do you stand on each of these issues?
Interested, curious, and ready to hear more.
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This year's contenders were announced Thursday and we'll find out Feb. 24 who wins. Which films, stars and directors get your vote? Where is the best local Oscar party to attend? Tell us in the comments.
Ex-Coopersburg manager Dawn Kresge was expected to plead guilty to charges including fraud and theft; hearing continued to Jan. 22.
The National Weather Service says we could get some snow and rain Tuesday night into Wednesday.
Five Southern Lehigh schools are on the Keystone Achievement awards list for two consecutive years.
Two retire from Joseph P. Liberati Intermediate School and one new face arrives in the district.
The Lower Saucon Township entertainment venue's official public opening at 7pm Jan. 24 will follow a 2-hour VIP Grand Opening Celebration that is to include a ribbon-cutting ceremony and live entertainment.
Upper Saucon Township will receive sealed proposals for the Saucon Rail Trail - Phase 2, until 3pm Wednesday.
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No one has claimed ticket, which was drawn last Saturday, lottery commission says.
A water main leak will restrict rush hour traffic on Route 309 between E. Hopewell Road and E. Valley Road.
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Project Engineer choice, land sale and collective bargaining all on the agenda for tonight's meeting
A fire last Saturday left a family of five living in a hotel, so Coopersburg Fire Company is stepping in to help.
"On 01/19/13 go to your local gun store, gun range or gun show with your Constitution, American flags and your 'Hands Off My Guns' sign to send a loud and clear message to Congress and President Barack Obama," says coalition website.
"On 01/19/13 go to your local gun store, gun range or gun show with your Constitution, American flags and your 'Hands Off My Guns' sign to send a loud and clear message to Congress and President Barack Obama," says coalition website.
"On 01/19/13 go to your local gun store, gun range or gun show with your Constitution, American flags and your 'Hands Off My Guns' sign to send a loud and clear message to Congress and President Barack Obama," says coalition website.