New regs take effect in Pa. for LGBTQ+, race, religion
New regulations explaining the definitions of “sex,” “religious creed,” and “race,” are now in effect in Pa.
Whitehall Barnes & Noble opening temporary store during renovations
As it remodels the location it has been in since 2007, Barnes & Noble will be setting up temporary shop at a new location at the Lehigh Valley Mall in Whitehall.
Wells Fargo to close one of its Allentown branches
Wells Fargo is closing its branch in Allentown’s Airport Road Shopping Center and also consolidating some of its corporate employees in Berks County.
T-Mobile announces enhanced 5G coverage across Pa.
T-Mobile announced that the investments it has made since 2021 to 5G wireless service in Pennsylvania has enhanced coverage to nearly 99% of the state’s population.
Lehigh Valley seeks federal designation as CHIPS Tech Hub
It’s official. The Lehigh Valley is seeking to be designated as a Tech Hub by the federal government -- a move that could boost the region’s semiconductor and related industries.
Musikfest attendance sets record with 1.33M visitors
With 457 performers from 26 states and eight countries Musikfest managed to set a record for attendance as it celebrated its 40th year.
Grand View takes over operations of cardiac cath lab
Grand View Health in Sellersville said that it is assuming full responsibility of David M. Flowers Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory.
Proposals sought for youth ag education
The state Department of Agriculture is looking for proposals for projects aimed at preparing youth to succeed in the state’s $132.5 billion agricultural industry.
Penn State Berks names new chancellor
Wyomissing-based Penn State Berks has a new chancellor.
Housing affordability continues to plague Lehigh Valley real estate market
The Lehigh Valley’s residential real estate market continues to be limited by affordability issues, according to the Greater Lehigh Valley Realtors.
State receives $33.8M to expand electric vehicle charging stations
Pennsylvania received $33.8 million in federal funding Monday for 54 projects to expand access to electric vehicle charging stations across the state.
Wenck brothers keep FASTSIGNS business in family
Brothers Keith and Kevin Wenck are keeping their Lehigh Valley FASTSIGNS business in the family.