Inaugural journalists' event discusses open records law Oct 23, 2008
Mutchler, Class of 1987, has worked as a reporter for The Morning Call, in Allentown, and with the Associated Press in Harrisburg and Atlantic City. She also worked as the AP bureau chief in Springfield, Ill. (Daily Collegian, PA)
McCain fights to keep crucial blue state in play Oct 22, 2008
(The state polls that show Obama with a double-digit lead, all conducted in recent weeks, include surveys by Marist, Quinnipiac, Rasmussen, SurveyUSA and The Allentown Morning Call. . (International Herald Tribune)
Phillies back in the McCain-Obama race Oct 22, 2008
" McCain trails Obama by 10 percentage points in a new Pennsylvania tracking poll done by Muhlenberg College for the Allentown Morning Call. He is down by an average of seven points in national surveys. Gov. Rendell, an Obama backer, told reporters: "The biggest foe we face is not John McCain, it's not Sarah Palin. The biggest foe we face is overconfidence. (Philadelphia Inquirer)
City homicides running high, fewer solved Oct 20, 2008
And last night a man was gunned down in an Allentown bar ... Excluding the Homewood stabbing on Saturday and the Allentown killing last night, that brings the official number down to 55, according to police Cmdr. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
After decade, teen wasn't missing after all Oct 19, 2008
She went back to Allentown, Pa. and her mother, in part, because she was told her second child, Hector, would likely be taken from her when she turned 18 and placed into foster care. (The St. Augustine Record)
Foster teen missing 9 years found alive and well Oct 18, 2008
And armed with a possible location, Davis found Carbonell in Allentown, Pa. Carbonell did not return a reporter's phone call Friday. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Teen Who Disappeared In 1999 Is Alive, Well Oct 18, 2008
-- A 17-year-old foster child who "vanished off the face of the earth" in 1999 was located last week, living with her two young children in Allentown, Pa ... Davis located Carbonell, now 27, living in Allentown, and local authorities confirmed her identity and well-being. (News4Jax.com, FL)
How Come Quinnipiac College Does All Those Polls? Oct 17, 2008
Muhlenberg College in Allentown, Pa. has an that conducts political surveys. (Slate)
Stafford's Late Goal Lifts Johns Hopkins Past F&M, 2-1 Oct 16, 2008
Johns Hopkins will return to action on Saturday when the Blue Jays travel to Allentown, Pennsylvania to take on Muhlenberg. - 30. (Hopkinssports.com)
Puppy mill - 800 animals, 125 seized Oct 15, 2008
Agents were executing search warrants at the Almost Heaven Kennel in Emmaus, near Allentown, this afternoon after a two month undercover investigation reportedly showed inhumane treatment there. The kennel specializes in breeding poodles and Labrador retrievers. (Pet-Abuse.com)
Notebook: State seeks additional Erie access (Yesterday) Oct 13, 2008
The Allegheny County Health Department has inspected and certified the following facilities that offer deer processing for hunters: Doug Peffer's Deer Cutting and Smokehouse, Ellwood City; Elluinger's Meats, Zelienople; Hoffer's Ligonier Valley Packing, Ligonier; Bruno's Butcher Shop, Sharpsburg; Vic Novak's Choice Meats, Perry Hilltop; and Schwartz's Supermarket, Allentown. Contact information is posted at. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
UGI buys PPL Gas Utilities Oct 10, 2008
PPL (NYSE:PPL) is based in Allentown, Pa. UGI changed the name of PPL Gas to UGI Central Penn Gas. (Philadelphia Business Journal, PA)
Car Crash Kills Area Woman Oct 10, 2008
An autopsy, Franklin County Coroner Jeffrey Conner reported, was completed the following morning at Lehigh Valley Medical Center in Allentown to determine if Duvall s death was from natural causes or injuries related to the head-on crash. Cause of death has since been attributed to blunt force trauma, Conner stated. (Fulton County News, PA)
Judge Sends Former Radio Host To Prison Oct 8, 2008
"Never in my wildest imagination did I think I would be in this position," the Allentown native said at his sentencing. "My eyes certainly have been opened up. I apologize to my family and friends. I also promise I'll never be back in this courtroom again.". (WNBC.com, NY)
PA Reps. vote for bailout along party lines Oct 3, 2008
Dent represents areas including Allentown, as well as Upper Pottsgrove and Lower Pottsgrove. He explained the rush by saying, "They want to calm the financial markets." Dent, along with Sestak and Schwartz, are up for re-election. (Springfield Sun, PA)
DAILY TIMES OBITUARIES FOR OCT. 3 Oct 3, 2008
Survivors: Mother, Winifred M. Daley Dohrmann of Upper Darby; sisters, Lynne M. Campisi of Lansdale, Joann M. Doyle of Allentown, and Eileen Dohrmann of Havertown; brothers, David J. Dohrmann of Havertown and John R. Dohrmann of Gulfport, Miss. nieces and nephews. (The Delaware County Times, PA)
Ex-WNNK radio host Bruce Bond pleads guilty in forged check scheme Sep 25, 2008
The Allentown native sent bogus checks drawn on corporate accounts to work-at-home job seekers who had replied to Craigslist ads. Prosecutors say recipients cashed the checks, kept 10 percent, and sent the rest to Bonds accomplices in Europe and Nigeria. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Cheyney students plan to pay it forward Sep 25, 2008
David Irizarry of Allentown, Ronnell Kennedy of Patterson, N.J., Christopher Lewis of Philadelphia, Zachary Smith of Philadelphia, Anthony Towns of Philadelphia, Jonathan Walker Junior of Washington, D.C., DeMarlo Weeks of Eagleville, Pa. and Charles Yongu of Philadelphia. (The Delaware County Times, PA)
Obama leads money chase in key counties Sep 23, 2008
A county that might worry Obama: Lehigh (Allentown), which Kerry took in 2004, and which has given to McCain by a ratio of 2 to 1 this time around. A county that might worry McCain: Chester (West Chester), which Bush took in 2004, and which has given to Obama by a ratio of 2 to 1. (Huntington WSAZ-TV, WV)
Jet, small plane have close call on runway Sep 23, 2008
Allentown is about 48 miles north of Philadelphia. Don't miss these Travel stories from msnbc. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Airliner Nearly Hits Small Plane At Pa. Airport Sep 23, 2008
Allentown is about 48 miles north of Philadelphia. Copyright 2008 The Associated Press. (CBS News -- US)
Germany's IKN USA Inc. moves its U.S. headquarters to Jacksonville from Sep 22, 2008
moved from Allentown, Pa. to Deerwood Park in late August. (Jacksonville Business Journal, FL)
Police search for suspect in slaying (1) Sep 16, 2008
Members came from Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Allentown, Lancaster, York and Cumberland County. The group makes an annual trek to Washington D.C. on Memorial Day for the Rolling Thunder motorcycle observance and members traveled to Cocomo, Ind. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Obituaries for Sept. 13 Sep 13, 2008
A part-time faculty member of the United Wesleyan College in Allentown, she taught organ, piano, and choral conducting ... Theodore Sponsler of Mountville, Thomas Sponsler of Budapest, Hungary; daughter, Tamara Johnson of Mount Joy; sister, Lois Heiser of Allentown; seven grandchildren. (The Delaware County Times, PA)
Gutfeld: Who Hates Sarah Palin? Sep 11, 2008
Greg visits high-end private auto museum in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Red Eye' exclusive: Greg trashes Sin City and runs afoul of Johnny Rotten. (Fox News)
Palin's the No. 1 draw for women Sep 11, 2008
"I like the way she's going to bring Washington down to earth," said Erin Gilsbach, 30, who drove from Allentown with her sister, husband and two daughters to hear the Alaska governor and Republican vice presidential nominee speak Tuesday. "Everyone talks about it, but I get the feeling she's going to do it.". (Anchorage Daily News)
Judge: Pa. mass killer too unstable to be executed Sep 10, 2008
Daily American News - Your one stop spot for News, Sports and Entertainment. Weather in Somerset Pa. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Fox News Poll: Two-Thirds Think Most Journalists Want Sep 10, 2008
McFadden began a segment on the Arizona Senator by snidely asserting: "Now, if you have a younger sibling, you can probably relate to what Senator John McCain has been going through this week. Whatever he does, everybody seems to be talking about the new kid in town." Expanding on a report he filed for the July 23 World News, Wright, in an almost embarrassed tone, remarked: "Pity the poor Straight Talk Express. While, Barack Obama is off globe-trotting, grabbing all that high profile, high... (MediaResearch.org)
The Heron's Nest: Sometimes you just shake your head Sep 9, 2008
1 person killed in the wicked surf whipped up in the wake of Troplical Storm Hanna in Spring Lake, N.J. 14 classrooms as well as the roof at Dieruff High School in Allentown damaged when a tornado spun off by Hanna stuck on Saturday. Classes will resume at the school on Wednesday. (The Delaware County Times, PA)
Hanna brings possible tornado to Allentown Sep 8, 2008
Meteorologists from the National Weather Service will visit Allentown to try to determine whether a tornado damaged a high school and surrounding areas. Witnesses reported seeing a funnel cloud shortly before 3 p.m. Saturday, and strong winds ripped up part of the roof of Dieruff High School in the eastern part of the city. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Hanna leaves its mark on mid-state Sep 8, 2008
17 inches of rain in Philadelphia to more than 4 inches in Allentown ... The Associated Press reported sightings of a funnel cloud shortly before 3 p.m. Saturday in Allentown. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Forest City Reports Second-Quarter and Year-to-Date Financial Results Sep 5, 2008
9 million after tax) primarily due to the first quarter write-off of Summit at Lehigh Valley, a Commercial development project with a housing component located in Allentown, Pennsylvania. The fiscal second-quarter net loss was $8. (PR Newswire)
The Heron's Nest: 2 weeks of historic change Sep 5, 2008
76 jobs being slashed by Sacred Heart Hospital in Allentown. Not exactly healthy economic news. (The Delaware County Times, PA)
Man killed, I-78 closed after head-on crash Sep 3, 2008
ALLENTOWN -- Two cars crashed head-on and flipped onto their roofs, killing an eastern Pennsylvania man and closing the eastbound lanes of Interstate 78 for nearly three hours. Lehigh County Chief Deputy Coroner Paul Zondlo says 63-year-old Paul Castiglia was pronounced dead about 6 p.m. Tuesday after the crash in Upper Saucon Township. (Erie Times-News, PA)
Friday's action Aug 30, 2008
St. Joseph's Prep of Philadelphia won a battle between Pennsylvania powerhouses Friday night, knocking off No. 25 Parkland of Allentown, Pa. 20-13, on Parkland's home field. (USA Today -- Sports)
Pa. woman sentenced in student’s traffic death Aug 29, 2008
Nirmala Karnam of Easton was acquitted of vehicular homicide in the crash on Route 309 near Allentown that killed 18-year-old Tara Koshinski, but found guilty of reckless endangerment and traffic violations. Lehigh County Judge Robert Steinberg ordered the 64-year-old psychiatrist Thursday to pay 10,000 into a scholarship fund named in honor of Koshinski. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Wednesday's Sentinel police reports (66) Aug 28, 2008
Franklin County Coroner Jeffrey Conner said the incident happened about 12:09 p.m. in the Hollow Core Building and that he pronounced Strang dead on the scene at 12:33 p.m. An autopsy has been scheduled for Wednesday in Allentown. Details of the incident will be released following the autopsy, Conner said. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Biden surprises crowd on Denvers 16th St. Mall Aug 27, 2008
"We were at the right place at the right time," said Rutt, of Allentown, Pa. "We saw the crowd and came right over.". (Durango Herald)
Obama, Lacking Personal Connection, Draws Latinos on Jobs, Iraq, Education Aug 26, 2008
Hispanic voters are one of the great untapped resources in electoral politics,'' said , director of the Muhlenberg College Institute of Public Opinion in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Both parties ``are going to be very cognizant of attracting and keeping these voters. (Bloomberg -- US)
Man sentenced to 20-40 years in Pa. student death Aug 26, 2008
Timothy Gearhart, of Allentown, was one of three men charged with murder in the death of 19-year-old Kyle Quinn, a Kutztown University sophomore ... Two Allentown brothers, Kenneth and Terry Kline, are charged with third-degree murder in the attack. (The Trentonian, NJ)
Pa. bans restraint technique that can cause death Aug 25, 2008
At this point it would be wrong for us to ignore the fact that (the prone restraint) has been involved in so many deaths, Gold told The Morning Call of Allentown ... Critics include Jennifer Gray, a former counselor at KidsPeace near Allentown, who quit last year after being assaulted by a 15-year-old girl. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Road work guide Aug 23, 2008
Sunday T detour -- All inbound light-rail service will operate via the Allentown line rather than the Wabash Tunnel until 5 p.m. today. Crews will be replacing a section of rail between Station Square and the Panhandle Bridge. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Puppy love: Triad leaders are ready for Mack to call GSO home Aug 22, 2008
Julie Knight Allentown, Pa. officials say Mack Truck has been an excellent corporate citizen, supporting charitable causes and providing executive leadership for the local chamber of commerce. (Business Journal of the Greater Triad Area)
PFN's preseason rankings announced Aug 21, 2008
Allentown Central Catholic (11). Bethlehem Catholic (11). (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
DEATH RATES: Highest, lowest Aug 20, 2008
Hospitals that stand out - USATODAY.com. Hospitals that stand out. (USA Today)
Bomb Squad Called To Airport Aug 14, 2008
She was flying another Delta Connection carrier, from Miami, Florida to Allentown, Pennsylvania. The bag was mis-directed through Cincinnati. (WKRC.com, OH)
Cincinnati airport goes on alert over dentist's kit Aug 14, 2008
Comair says it belonged to a dentist from Ecuador who flew on a Delta Connection flight from Miami to Allentown, Pennsylvania. Airport spokesman Ted Bushelman says he's unaware of any evacuations or flight delays resulting from the scare. (FOX19.com, OH)
U.D. cops: Man admits stealing copper pipes Aug 14, 2008
David Seth Fleishman, 40, of the 200 block of Berbro Road, Upper Darby, a passenger in Sarsfield's vehicle when it was stopped, was taken into custody for an outstanding arrest warrant out of Allentown and was also charged with drug violations for possession of paraphernalia. According to Chitwood, Sarsfield provided a signed statement admitting to entering the fenced yard, taking the copper and selling the 80-foot-long piece of metal to Accurate Recycling Co. for $72 to purchase heroin. (The Delaware County Times, PA)
Gutfeld: Most Overused Word in Our Language Aug 13, 2008
Greg visits high-end private auto museum in Allentown, Pennsylvania. In an exclusive interview, Mrs. G shares secrets of a long life of happiness. (Fox News)
5-Year-Old Girl Dies After Swimming Accident Aug 13, 2008
Get breaking news, daily headlines and more. POSTED: 7:27 am EDT August 13, 2008UPDATED: 7:41 am EDT August 13, 2008. (WNBC.com, NY)
COMPLETE LIST: Is there a stroke center near you? Aug 12, 2008
Full list: Is there a primary stroke center near you. Full list: Is there a primary stroke center near you. (USA Today -- News)
California firm recalls beef due to E. coli Aug 8, 2008
USDA's Food Safety and Inspection Service said the Azusa, California-based company was recalling the beef products that were shipped to distribution centers in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and Allentown, Pennsylvania. The recall was announced late on Wednesday. (MSNBC -- Health)
Solar panel field planned for northeastern Pa. Aug 8, 2008
The planned PA Solar Park in the borough of Nesquehoning, about 35 miles northwest of Allentown, is expected to produce enough electricity to power 1,400 homes. Plymouth Meeting, Pa. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Man pleads guilty in Kutztown U. beating death Aug 7, 2008
Timothy Gearhart, 24, of Allentown, was one of three men charged with murder in the death of Kyle Quinn, 19, a Kutztown University sophomore who police have said was attacked at random ... Two brothers from Allentown, Kenneth and Terry Kline, have been charged with third-degree murder for their alleged role in the attack. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Pa. Sex Assault Suspect Lists 'Rape' As Interest on Web... Aug 6, 2008
Send news tip to FOXNews. Pennsylvania Sexual Assault Suspect Lists 'Rape' As Interest on Web Page. (Fox News)
Pa. Rape Suspect Shoots At Police Before Arrest Aug 6, 2008
Rape Suspect Shoots At Police Before Arrest, Pa. Man Charged With Kidnapping, Raping 14-year-old Girl At Motel, Firing At Police - CBS News. (CBS News -- US)
Obituaries for Aug. 5 Aug 5, 2008
He was a 36 Degree member of the Valley of Allentown Consistory and a member of the Shrine. At his death he belonged to the Freeland Arbutus Lodge 611 as a master Mason. (The Delaware County Times, PA)
Obama, McCain Strategists See Older Women Voters Holding Key to Election Jul 26, 2008
If the economy remains the central issue by Election Day, ``you have to believe Obama has an advantage,'' said , director of the in Allentown, Pennsylvania. If the security issue reemerges as more potent, that will of course help McCain. (Bloomberg -- US)
Trib Co. slashes Pa. paper news staff Jul 23, 2008
(Crains) The Allentown Morning Call became the latest paper to fire a large swath of journalists as profits plummet amid the current economic malaise. About 24% of the Pennsylvania newsroom, or 35 to 40 positions, will be eliminated, Publisher Timothy Kennedy told staff in a memo Monday. (Crain's Chicago Business)
Parks find success, despite gas prices Jul 23, 2008
Located in Allentown, the combined amusement park and water park features 26 rides, 18 water rides and 19 childrens rides on 200 acres. The park got national recognition in 1989 when it debuted a wooden roller coaster with a 151-foot drop, making it the biggest wooden roller coaster in the world. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Obituaries for July 23 Jul 23, 2008
She also ministered for 18 years in the Diocese of Allentown where she taught at Allentown Central Catholic High School from 1957-1969 and again from 1980-1986. Sister Alice Catherine's eight years of service in her native Baltimore included working in parish ministry at St. Thomas Aquinas Parish from 2000-2008. (The Delaware County Times, PA)
The Heron's Nest: Dropping anchor Jul 22, 2008
Yes, the Birds are back at Lehigh University in Allentown. Veterans and rookies reported Monday. (The Delaware County Times, PA)
Poverty in Pennsylvania Jul 21, 2008
A Closer Look at Where, Why, and What is Being Done About It. This article will pinpoint where poverty in the state of Pennsylvania occurs, why the poverty exists, and what is being done within the state to make things better. (Suite101.com)
New McCain TV ad hits Obama on Iraq policy Jul 19, 2008
John McCain (R-AZ) answers a question during a news conference after he appeared at a town hall rally at the Lehigh Valley Hospital April 30, 2008 in Allentown, Pennsylvania. (Chris Gardner, Getty Images) WASHINGTON (AP) - Republican John McCain is launching an attack on rival Barack Obama in a new television ad that accuses Obama of switching positions on Iraq "to help himself become president.". (FOX23.com, OK)
Carlisle All-Stars wear Section 7 crown Jul 18, 2008
Carlisle opens play in Richboro, located between Allentown and Philadelphia, Monday at 3 p.m. The teams opponent will be announced this weekend. On Thursday, Brian Goodling spun a complete-game one-hitter with six strikeouts to effectively handcuff Caln Township for the second time in four days. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
