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These Lehigh Valley restaurants are on the inaugural Pennsylvania Beef Trail

Burgers, steaks and more: What you can find on Pennsylvania's new Beef Trail.

Cheeseburger flatbread was one of the dishes served for sampling at the launch celebration of the Pennsylvania Beef Trail on Friday, May 29, 2026 at Saucony Creek Brewing Co. in Kutztown. The council created an online resource that highlights and maps out nominated beef dishes at Pennsylvania restaurants. (Sharon Merkel/Special to The Morning Call)

East Side Youth Center youth football cheerleaders Tani’jah and Avalynn Ellerby post with Kiska VI at an ESYC football game at Keck Park in 2023 in Allentown. (Keith Groller/The Morning Call)

‘Everybody loves her’: GoFundMe started for a Lehigh Valley high school’s live mascot recovering from surgery

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One of the oldest bridges in the Lehigh Valley to receive a makeover. Find out where

A Bethlehem police cruiser. (Rich Rolen/Special to The Morning Call)

Man, 19, seriously injured after being hit by car in Bethlehem

This portrait is thought to be a likeness of George Taylor, a signer of the Declaration of Independence who lived in the Lehigh Valley. (Courtesy Lehigh Valley Heritage Center)

America 250: George Taylor was an overlooked founding father. Here’s his connection to the Lehigh Valley

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Once a Liberty Bell hiding spot, this historic inn near the Lehigh Valley is closing

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Dorney Park offering Six Flags memberships for the first time, with yearlong access and other benefits

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This national clothing chain is returning to the Lehigh Valley with a new store at a new location

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Lehigh County sees surge in infant co-sleeping deaths, prompting urgent plea to parents

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Phillies top prospect Aidan Miller to have back procedure, return later this summer

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The 30th annual ‘Great South Side Sale’ in Bethlehem is this weekend. Here is what to know.

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New multi-brand restaurant sets grand opening day at Promenade Saucon Valley

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Lehigh County woman, 90, dies after Carbon County crash
Lehigh County woman, 90, dies after Carbon County crash
Lehigh County sees surge in infant co-sleeping deaths, prompting urgent plea to parents
Lehigh County sees surge in infant co-sleeping deaths, prompting urgent plea to parents
The 30th annual ‘Great South Side Sale’ in Bethlehem is this weekend. Here is what to know.
The 30th annual ‘Great South Side Sale’ in Bethlehem is this weekend. Here is what to know.
Once a Liberty Bell hiding spot, this historic inn near the Lehigh Valley is closing
Once a Liberty Bell hiding spot, this historic inn near the Lehigh Valley is closing
An iconic Lehigh Valley mall was recently sold. Find out for how much
An iconic Lehigh Valley mall was recently sold. Find out for how much
Class of 2026 senior spotlight: Daughter of Syrian immigrants works to unite Parkland seniors, preps for law career
Class of 2026 senior spotlight: Daughter of Syrian immigrants works to unite Parkland seniors, preps for law career
Bethlehem police officer leaves to join ‘Love Island USA’ cast. City’s mayor and chief are disappointed
Bethlehem police officer leaves to join ‘Love Island USA’ cast. City’s mayor and chief are disappointed
Lehigh Valley food safety report: dirty pots and utensils on floor; unauthorized serving area; partially eaten food in prep area
Lehigh Valley food safety report: dirty pots and utensils on floor; unauthorized serving area; partially eaten food in prep area
Allentown residents get first chance to discuss proposed data center. They’re not happy
Allentown residents get first chance to discuss proposed data center. They’re not happy
Former Macungie manager sues borough over ‘unlawful’ removal
Former Macungie manager sues borough over ‘unlawful’ removal

Local News

A Central Berks Regional Police officer died Friday evening in a crash in Earl Township while responding to a call. Officer Kristen Yeager was killed when her cruiser left Rte. 73 at Manatawny Road and crashed into a tree. (BILL UHRICH/READING EAGLE)

Coroner announces cause of Central Berks officer’s death

Policewoman Kristen M. Yeager died of blunt force injuries, an autopsy determined.

Sports

Upper Dublin boys lacrosse players pose for a photo after their 14-4 win over Moravian Academy in the PIAA-2A first round on Tuesday, June 2, 2026 at Lehigh University. (Mike Cabrey/MediaNews Group)

BOYS LACROSSE: Upper Dublin pulls away from Moravian Academy, earns first PIAA victory since 2016

Upper Dublin boys lacrosse pulled way to beat Moravian Academy, eaern its first PIAA victory since 2016.

Things to Do

Lehigh Valley Comic Convention returns Saturday and Sunday to the Agri-Plex in Allentown. (CHRIS KNIGHT / SPECIAL TO THE MORNING CALL)

Things to do this weekend: Comic-con, a lot of theater and a historic homes tour

From Shakespeare and musical theater to a historic homes tour, here are our best bets for weekend fun.

Whitehall High School Graduation | PHOTOS

Photos: Whitehall High School holds its 2026 graduation.
Executive Education Academy Charter School Prom | PHOTOS
Northampton Area High School Graduation | PHOTOS
Southern Lehigh High School Graduation | PHOTOS
Allentown Central Catholic High School Graduation | PHOTOS
Best of Lehigh Valley proms 2026 Part 1 | PHOTOS
MOM-n-PA dental clinic at Agri-Plex at the Allentown Fairgrounds | PHOTOS

Opinion

People gather at J. Birney Crum Stadium to see the fireworks show during Allentown’s Fourth of July celebration Thursday, July 4, 2019. (April Gamiz/The Morning Call)

Faith & Values: Reflections as America turns 250

I reflect on the wondrous achievement that is the United States of America, and the...

Crime and Public Safety

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Woman charged in stabbing that injured 1 in Allentown

A woman is accused of stabbing another woman multiple times Tuesday in Allentown, according to...

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Keep bugs at bay with the 7 best citronella candles

While citronella candles offer a practical use, they can also enhance the ambiance of an...

Business

FILE – More than a thousand people gather at an encampment near North Dakota’s Standing Rock Sioux reservation on Sept. 9, 2016. (AP Photo/James MacPherson, File)

Dutch court agrees to hear Greenpeace lawsuit against US energy company

It's trying to fend off $345 million award over protests against Dakota Access oil pipeline.

Pennsylvania News

The Pennsylvania State Capitol is reflected on the ground June 30, 2025, in Harrisburg. (Aimee Dilger/AP)

Despite a 2008 law, half of child deaths in Pa. since 2020 are going unreviewed

Many Pennsylvania counties are failing to review the death of every child in their area,...

National News

FILE – Kanye West performs at the Coachella Music & Arts Festival on April 20, 2019, in Indio, Calif. (Photo by Amy Harris/Invision/AP, File)

Dutch court allows rapper Ye concerts in the Netherlands

An Amsterdam judge ruled that rapper Ye can proceed with his upcoming Dutch concerts.

Allentown

The proposed site of a data center at 2401 W. Emmaus Ave. on Thursday, May 28, 2026, in Allentown. Businesses and homes sit in close proximity to the potential data center, plans for which will be heard by the Allentown Planning Commission on June 9. (Avery Folmar/The Morning Call)

Allentown residents get first chance to discuss proposed data center. They’re not happy

Allentown's Environmental Advisory Council will send a letter to city leaders expressing concerns about a...

Bethlehem Area

Bethlehem Catholic High School held its graduation Tuesday, June 2, 2026, at the high school auditorium in Bethlehem. Seniors gathered in the gymnasium before lining up to enter the ceremony. (Avery Folmar/The Morning Call)

Bethlehem Catholic High School Graduation | PHOTOS

Photos: Bethlehem Catholic High School holds its 2026 graduation.