Food stamp reduction has Lehigh Valley, New Jersey food pantries scrambling...
The reduction, which took effect nationally Nov 1, was the result of the expiration of a temporary benefit in the 2009 stimulus. It means a 5 percent drop in the $80 billion-a-year federal program, or...
View ArticleIsraeli prime minister says nuclear deal with Iran a 'historic mistake'
The agreement is fueling anger and fear across the Middle East. Israel's prime minister harshly condemned the international community's nuclear deal with Iran today while Western allies in the Persian...
View ArticleAt least 1 dies in multiple-vehicle crash on Interstate 81 in Pennsylvania
As many as 10 vehicles were involved in the accident near the Maryland border. It appears there's at least one fatality in an accident that shut down Interstate 81 in both directions in southcentral...
View ArticleForecasters watch nor'easter threat for region
Local forecasters continue to keep an eye on the threat of a nor'easter expected to start early this week and affect holiday travel. Local forecasters continue to keep an eye on the threat of a...
View ArticleWill icy comet survive a close encounter with the sun?
The highly anticipated Comet ISON will either fry and shatter or endure and put on a fabulous celestial show. MORE ONLINE • NASA: www.nasa.gov/ison • ISON Observing Campaign: www.isoncampaign.org For...
View ArticlePay-to-play athletics fees gain popularity in Pennsylvania
Lehigh Valley schools don't seem keen on such fees. Should schools charge a fee to participate in sports and other activities to help pay for the programs?Pennsylvania school districts are...
View ArticleRecord-tying cold this morning in advance of nor'easter, weather service says
It drops to 16 degrees just before 6 o'clock, the National Weather Service reports. It what is expected to be a memorable weather week, Sunday brought us brutal wind-driven cold, followed up this...
View ArticleAmericans unwilling to spend without getting holiday deals
Stores are offering deep discounts to convince financially strapped shoppers to spend more during the holidays. This holiday season, Americans may not spend their green unless they see more red....
View ArticleTom Corbett signs transportation bill that spends $2.3 billion, raises taxes...
He says 'barely a spot in Pennsylvania' that will not benefit from the additional money. Pennsylvania Gov. Tom Corbett today signed into law a bill that will provide $2.3 billion a year for...
View ArticleContractor charged with murder in Philadelphia building collapse
Griffin Campbell oversaw the botched demolition that killed six people in June. The contractor who oversaw a botched building demolition that killed six people in a Salvation Army thrift store in...
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New Jersey hemp license bill clears Assembly panel
Hemp permitted to be grown under the bill would need to have nearly no THC, the active ingredient in its sister plant marijuana. New Jersey residents are one step closer to being able to grow...
View ArticleLehigh Valley to see lots of rain but minimal chance of snow in coming days
The Easton Area and Phillipsburg school districts as of today had different reads on what it means for the traditions leading up to Thursday's annual Thanksgiving Day Easton-Phillipsburg football...
View ArticleHolidays bring annual salary increase for Pennsylvania officials
Lawmakers, judges and top executive branch officials will get a 0.3 percent increase, unless they decline it. Pennsylvania state lawmakers, judges and top executive branch officials — including Gov....
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Sandy Hook gunman's motive still a mystery, prosecutor says
Report shows Adam Lanza was obsessed with mass murders but doesn't answer the question of why he killed 26 people at the Newton elementary school. This undated photo circulated by law enforcement and...
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Winter weather advisory in place at noon as snow, sleet, freezing rain on way...
Today will be the most winter-like, but heavy rain is expected overnight and powerful winds are predicted for Wednesday. View full sizeSo, the next person who asks you if the snow is sticking, you can...
View ArticleThanksgiving week nor'easter travel delay tips offered
Today's arrival of the storm means potential travel delays on the road and in the air. Today's arrival of the predicted Thanksgiving week nor'easter means potential travel delays on the road and in...
View ArticleCourt says sex offenders can't use Facebook, other social media - PM news links
Also, a family says it did tip gay server and didn't leave an offensive note. N.J. court bars sex offenders from Facebook, LinkedIn and other social media [nj.com]Family says they did tip gay server,...
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Guantanamo Bay held secret facility to try to turn terrorists into double...
Nearly a dozen current and former U.S. officials described aspects of the program to The Associated Press. This satellite image provided by TerraServer.com and DigitalGlobe from 2010 shows a portion...
View ArticleTraditional, gluten-free, vegan: Thanksgiving options grow confusing
While the dietary quirks of relatives or friends may seem like a mere curiosity on Thanksgiving, they're reshaping the food industry. Three different types of stuffing will be offered on Stacy Fox’s...
View ArticleBethlehem woman camps out at Best Buy three days before Thanksgiving to save...
Some shoppers say Thanksgiving Day store hours will take workers from their families. Camping out for Black Friday deals is a tradition for Doreen Perpignan, but the Bethlehem resident is stepping up...
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