At 10:20 p.m., the The Associated Press called the state House D-131 Democratic nominee to be Meriam Sabih. It appears up to 78% of the vote has been counted at this time. Sabih will likely face two-term incumbent Rep. Milou Mackenzie in the fall. LehighValleyNews.com

This morning, I was at the grand opening of the new McDonald's on Schoenersville Road along the Westgate Mall strip. Macungie resident and Ronald McDonald aficionado Renee Jones showed up sporting her vintage Mickey D’s cap. LehighValleyNews.com

With the South Bethlehem Greenway and Third and Fourth streets just blocks away, one developer has eyes on a couple corners of Evans Street for 37 apartments and parking. LehighValleyNews.com lehighvalleynews.com/bethlehem/will…

One thing is certain of those who spoke at Hellertown’s community forum Monday regarding the borough’s recent police department review: They want a police chief who truly understands the community dynamics. LehighValleyNews.com lehighvalleynews.com/bethlehem/new-…

People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals has suggested ArtsQuest rethink its revered rover relay and sausage soiree, and swap it with a meet-and-greet style event for local shelter animals and potential guardians. LehighValleyNews.com lehighvalleynews.com/bethlehem/peta…

I don't care to be in the local limelight over the stories I write; I just want my neighbors (and myself) to be more informed. Come have coffee. ☕️ Say hi. Share your questions. If I can't answer, I can more than likely help you find somebody who knows more! LehighValleyNews.com

With Musikfest inching closer, maintaining the lights falls on Wind Creek. But getting those up and running again reportedly could cost up to $1 million. LehighValleyNews.com lehighvalleynews.com/bethlehem/an-u…

The 2 1/2-story home, which dates to about 1885, hasn’t seen a resident in 15 years. But it once was home to Bethlehem Steel President Eugene Grace’s head gardener, who lived on the south end of his boss' estate. LehighValleyNews.com lehighvalleynews.com/bethlehem/it-w…

The owners, both with plans to retire, intend to keep the restaurant open until the property is sold. LehighValleyNews.com lehighvalleynews.com/business/darto…

The new complex at the historic Broad Street property will soon be open for tenants on its lower floors. LehighValleyNews.com lehighvalleynews.com/bethlehem/livi…

Wagner is once again the "Conqueror of the Haggis," kicking off Celtic Classic 2024 in Bethlehem. The event continues through the weekend. LehighValleyNews.com lehighvalleynews.com/bethlehem/fast…

Mini Timmaraju, president of Reproductive Freedom for All, says U.S. Sen. Bob Casey has “met the moment” in the fight for women’s reproductive rights. Story to come on our website. LehighValleyNews.com

A small group at Da Vinci Science Center keeps tabs on election results. LehighValleyNews.com

Bethlehem flips the switch on its beloved Christmas tree at Payrow Plaza. Quite a crowd braved the cold to witness it. LehighValleyNews.com

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It’s a tranquil, breezy evening in Center City Bethlehem for the 2024 Lighting of Unity and Hanukkah celebration. Story to come! LehighValleyNews.com