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Week in Review: Feb. 27 to March 5

Time to catch up on the stories you missed this week on Emmaus Patch.

Here are descriptions and links to some of the most popular stories on Emmaus Patch this week: February 27 to March 5.

Sunday, February 27, 2011


Lehigh County and Salisbury Township have approved plan to improve 530-acre park, still waiting for Allentown.


Upper Milford Historical Society recounts how Vera Cruz got its name

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Monday, February 28, 2011


Methods vary from use of credit card to removal from residence.


Lehigh County Authority fees increase as of April 1, the first hike in 10 years.

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Gang symbols targeted in a proposed policy; resident admonishes Board for alleged secret budget talks.

Tuesday, March 1, 2011


But the contract approvals are contingent upon a March 3 vote by Upper Milford Supervisors

Wednesday, March 2, 2011


State budgets are tight nationwide, but do you think that education is the first place to make cuts?


Upper Milford Planners recommend keeping Mill Road open, but Supervisors meet with Turnpike officials Thursday.

Thursday, March 3, 2011


The schedule was approved at the school board meeting Feb. 28.


Work to update lines and install meters will take about a month.


Public sewer project will provide service to about 278 properties in the Vera Cruz area.

Friday, March 4, 2011


The first public performance will be March 23, but right now more than 100 students are preparing for that opening night curtain.


Current engineering firm, T & M Associates of Bethlehem, has worked with Upper Milford for 11 years

Saturday, March 5, 2011


Fire chief says explosion could have occurred; warns residents to read directions when using.


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