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Stolz' Promise, EHS Bomb Hoax Arrest Top Local News

Toomey's failed gun control bill also continues to make Emmaus Patch news this week.


Peter Zarrillo of Emmaus excelled at the recent Philadelphia Classical Guitar Competition.

Local Crime Fighters Go High-Tech With Regional Investigation Center
Lehigh County District Attorney Jim Martin spotlights new Regional Intelligence and investigation Center, which he says can speed up crime-solving by allowing police departments to better analyze and share data.

Amanda Seyfried on People's 'Most Beautiful' List
It's a big year for Amanda Seyfried with a stunning red carpet turn at the Oscars, a new movie out this weekend and a spot on People's 'Most Beautiful' list.

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Rescued Horse Falls in Ditch Again
Star, a 30-year-old horse, was rescued this week—the second time in a month—after falling down a slope into a ditch.


Theft at Hendrick’s and Son is among three recent vehicle-related thefts reported by the Emmaus Police Department.

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$10K Reward Offered in Law Office Arson Case
Rick Orloski, whose law office on Cedar Crest Boulevard was twice torched by arsonists, is offering a $10,000 reward.

Pat Toomey and That Dirty Word 'Compromise'
Pat Toomey seems to understand that he has to reach moderates and independents as Pennsylvania becomes increasingly blue.

2nd Bomb Hoax Arrest Eases Emmaus High Bathroom Restrictions
Emmaus Police have made two arrests in connection to four bomb hoaxes at Emmaus High School, prompting school officials to consider relaxing restrictions on bathroom access, East Penn Superindentent of Schools Thomas L. Seidenberger says.

Here He Is! Baby Bison Debuts at Lehigh Valley Zoo
Lehigh Valley Zoo officials think the bison calf born last week in the Trexler Nature Preserve is a boy but won't know for certain until he is examined by a veterinarian.

Sister's Death Inspired Woman to Fight Domestic Violence
Anti-domestic violence advocate wants to create camps for survivors to support each other.

Stolz Promises to Think Before Tweeting
Julian Stolz is grateful the East Penn Board of School Directors has not censured him.

Jimmy Carter: U.S. Needs to Be 'Champion of Peace'
Former president draws 3,000 at Lafayette College for discussion of human rights initiatives.

Warning: West Nile Virus Season is Here
Now's the time to get rid of places where mosquitoes could breed on your property.

Zero Tax Increase Expected for East Penn 2013-14 Budget
Superintendent Thomas Seidenberger said the proposed final budget will be presented on May 13. Barring any surprises, he is hopeful for a zero tax increase.


The Mechanics Plus fuel card was used on several occasions at various Hess stations without authorization, troopers report.

Toomey: 'I Did What I Thought Was Right' on Background Checks
U.S. Sen. Pat Toomey says he'll focus on economic issues now that his battle to expand background checks for gun buyers has failed.

10 Ways to Celebrate Earth Day All Year Long
Here are some eco-friendly ways to celebrate Earth Day any day!


Evidence left behind points finger at trash dumper at Upper Milford church camp, troopers say.


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