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Week in Review: March 13 to March 19

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: March 13 to March 19.

Sunday, March 13, 2011


Seven Generations Charter School students learn the maple syrup process

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Monday, March 14, 2011


'Early to bed and early to rise makes a man healthy, wealthy and wise,' said one of the original champions of turning-back-the-clock.


The East Penn School District asked residents for ideas about how to reduce costs and raise revenue. The results are in.

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Tuesday, March 15, 2011


Superintendent Thomas Seidenberger suggests fewer new textbooks, electronic report cards and one less administrator to save money.


State budget cutbacks would make it harder for East Penn to balance its budget. Charter schools criticized as "educational rat holes."

Wednesday, March 16, 2011


Though the yellow police tape has been removed, neighbors and family remember.

Thursday, March 17, 2011


'They're home and their pain is over.'


Upper Milford Zoning Hearing Board Approves Off-Site Parking.

Friday, March 18, 2011


Upper Milford and Emmaus fire department officials were concerned about public safety.


The Emmaus Main Street Program and The Shops of Emmaus strive to work together.


Without the costumes and fancy makeup, a theatrical production such as Emmaus High School's "Phantom of the Opera" might not be so theatrical.

Saturday, March 19, 2011


High School boys and girls shave their heads to raise money for cancer research.


Emmaus Fire and Ambulance crews donate a new bike and helmet to Reid Scharer, who was seriously injured when hit by a truck March 5.


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