Makenzie Christman

2 weeks ago | lehighvalleynews.com | Makenzie Christman

ALLENTOWN, Pa. — Stahley's is on tap to be under new ownership by mid-August. The family restaurant and sports bar at 1826 Hanover Ave. opened in 1968 under Don Stahley and has been for sale for several years. On Tuesday, co-owner Darryl Stahley said it's "99.9 percent sold," and that he expects the new owners to take over the east Allentown landmark in two months. "It's just so much work. When it's enough, it's enough." Stahley's co-owner Darryl Stahley "It's just so much work," Stahley said.

4 weeks ago | lehighvalleynews.com | Makenzie Christman

BETHLEHEM, Pa. — The Administrative Office of Pennsylvania Courts is warning residents of a new text scam making rounds. A release from the AOPC says the scam involves text messages that "spoof" or mimic Pennsylvania Courts and/or Unified Judicial System website. The text warns of an "outstanding traffic ticket" that must be paid with a scam URL, later warning of "fictitious actions and penalties" if the ticket is not paid.

1 month ago | lehighvalleynews.com | Makenzie Christman

BETHLEHEM, Pa. — It's been a week since parties selected their candidates for the November election. So, political scientist Chris Borick and host Tom Shortell talk about the results and other notable events from this year's primary election. This year reported remarkably low voter turnout in the Lehigh Valley. Still, Borick noted Allentown Mayor Matt Tuerk's "tireless" campaigning, including biking and running trips to polling places on Election Day. "So that matters, right?" Borick said.

1 month ago | lehighvalleynews.com | Makenzie Christman

BETHLEHEM, Pa. — This week on Political Pulse, host Tom Shortell and political scientist Chris Borick switch things up. Or, should we say, host Chris Borick and politics reporter Tom Shortell flip the script. In this week's episode, Shortell takes the hot seat as the interviewee. Borick asks Shortell about the "packed primary" election in the Lehigh Valley, including notable races. The two start by talking about the mayoral races in Bethlehem and Allentown — what makes them interesting?

1 month ago | lehighvalleynews.com | Makenzie Christman

EASTON, Pa. — An Easton man has been charged in connection with a recent "chop shop" investigation. Angel Vidal, 49, was charged with felony counts related to owning, operating or conducting a chop shop, alteration or destruction of vehicle identification number, theft by unlawful taking and receiving stolen property and other charges. Angel Vidal remains in Northampton County Prison in lieu of $60,000 bail. A preliminary hearing is scheduled for May 27.