Dennis J. Walker, employed by American Can - Obituaries today
Prior to his retirement in 2001, he was employed by American Can of Washington, N.J. as a machine technician. Dennis J. Walker, 71, of Moore Township, formerly of Easton, passed away peacefully on...
View ArticleNew Jersey man allegedly poses as friend to take vision test for driver's...
Both face charges of conspiracy, tampering with public records, criminal attempt, criminal simulation and uttering a forged instrument. Two southern New Jersey men face numerous charges after one of...
View ArticleNew Jersey police officer shoots, kills pit bull after it attacks woman
The officer fired multiple shots at the dog, killing the animal. A Jersey City police officer who responded to a woman's complaint about three unleashed pit bulls shot and killed one of the dogs after...
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Authorities urge safety in wake of several river deaths in the area
This season has seen a number of drownings and near-drownings in area rivers. Express-Times Photo | MATT SMITHOfficials said the Delaware River's placid-looking water is deceptive, leading to...
View ArticleNew Jersey public employees retiring at slower pace
Expected retirements are down by about 6,000 employees since Gov. Chris Christie began calling for health insurance and pension reforms. Records show public employees in New Jersey are retiring at a...
View ArticleBarry C. Meyers, retired from Penn Pump, where he was a machinist for 31...
Barry spent a lot of time outdoors and especially loved hunting, an activity he shared with his sons. Barry C. Meyers, 72, of Bushkill Township, passed away Saturday at his residence.Barry retired...
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Dozens are stranded on a California roller coaster; New Jersey girl, 12,...
Also, a shooting by police in Bucks County is cleared by the district attorney. View full sizeAP Photo, Times-Herald | CHRIS RILEYEmergency crews bring water to passengers stuck over 150 feet in the...
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The New Jersey effect: Lehigh Valley population growth to continue, planners say
The Valley's population explosion of the past three decades is projected to continue and grow even faster. Take a NEWS POLL. View full sizeExpress-Times File PhotosDon Cunningham, left, and Michael...
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Jerry Sandusky case could cost Penn State University in Clery Act fines;...
Also, two New Jersey men are charged in bogus 9/11 charity, and lawmakers seek changes in Pennsylvania after Sandusky scandal. Penn State faces federal penalties as Education Dept. probes Sandusky...
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Mary C. Knapp, worked in the meat department at Easton's former Laneco -...
Mary enjoyed traveling, bingo and spending time with her family. Mary C. KnappMary C. Knapp, 85, of Palmer Township, passed away Sunday in Easton Hospital.She last worked in the meat department at the...
View ArticleNew Jersey school has $100,000 in damage after teens' rampage, police report
Two 14-year-olds are charged after the cafeteria, office, gym and several classrooms in Hopewell Township are vandalized. Two boys are accused of causing more than $100,000 damage to a central New...
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Penn State's Gary Schultz requests Freeh report files to prepare defense in...
Schultz's lawyers said the report 'has maintained grievous and potentially inaccurate information related to Mr. Schultz ... alleging a conspiracy among the top administrators for the university to...
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Limerick nuclear reactor restarted, owner says
One of two reactors at the southeastern Pennsylvania plant was taken offline last week for maintenance. View full sizeExpress-Times File Photo | CHRIS POSTBoth reactors at Exelon Corp.'s Limerick...
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Workforce panel urges focus on career, technical training development
Ideas in the hearing will be used as legislation is drafted later this year to improve the state's business climate. View full sizeExpress-Times File Photo | LISA MASSEYNancy Dischinat, executive...
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Lehigh Valley musicians heading to Olympics with Mansfield University...
The band will be playing during Olympic ceremonies in London -- they just don't know which ones yet. View full sizePhoto courtesy Mansfield UniversitySome Lehigh Valley students are among the members...
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Agnes G. Pevorus, was sales associate at Orr's Department Store in Easton -...
She was a member of St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church in Allentown. Agnes G. PevorusAgnes G. Pevorus, 96, of Bethlehem, passed away July 23 in the Inpatient Hospice Unit at Lehigh Valley Hospital...
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Roundup of Penn State football transfers: Chick-fil-A demonstration today -...
Also, learn who Mitt Romney's running mate will be via a new app. Express-Times Photo | BILL ADAMSSupporters are flocking to Chik-fil-A restaurants today in support the company president's recent...
View ArticleUGI issues alert warning customers of copper pipe theft
Copper thefts have been on the rise, and stripping copper fuel lines can cause hazardous gas leaks, a company spokesman said in a news release. UGI Utilities today issued an alert to customers warning...
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Lehigh Valley Health Network transfers 134 cleaning employees to third-party...
The transfer is in response to the hospital performing below national and state standards on a survey questioning cleanliness of rooms. View full sizeCourtesy imageLehigh Valley Health Network is...
View ArticleLANTA could expand express routes to cut commuting times
A new study proposes more express routes, relocating stops and allowing bus drivers to hold green lights. A LANTA plan to use technology and modify route structures could save some riders six to eight...
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