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Northampton County

Dec 14, 2023

Shapiro Administration invests more than $42m in rail freight infrastructure

The Shapiro Administration is investing $42.5 million in rail freight infrastructure.

Dec 12, 2023

Lehigh Valley’s transportation projects moving forward

Major transportation projects in the Lehigh Valley look to be moving forward.

Sep 5, 2023

Shapiro appoints diverse leaders to Pa. Workforce Board

Revamping the Pennsylvania Workforce Development Board, Gov. Josh Shapiro has appointed a diverse group to help create opportunities for workers and businesses.

Aug 28, 2023

State: 7 local farms among 35 preserved across the state

The Shapiro Administration announced today that 35 farms in 18 counties were preserved with $8.64 million in state, county, and local funds. 

Aug 28, 2023

Percentage of people without health insurance in the Lehigh Valley drops

The rate of Lehigh Valley residents under age 65 without health insurance fell between 2020 and 2021, according to data released by the Census Bureau.

Aug 9, 2023

PLCB to hold liquor license auction

Liquor licenses in Berks, Lebanon, and Northampton counties are among 20 to come up for bid. 

Jul 28, 2023

Key roads in Northampton County opened by PennDOT

Northampton County roads previously closed due to flooding have reopened weeks ahead of schedule.

Jul 27, 2023

Lehigh Rep. Mackenzie appointed to House committee

Rep. Milou Mackenzie (R-Lehigh/Montgomery/Northampton) has been appointed to serve on the House Housing and Community Development Committee.

Jul 18, 2023

Population growth spurs economic growth

Lehigh Valley ranked among the top regions in the United States for attracting newcomers during the pandemic, which Don Cunningham, president and CEO of Lehigh Valley Economic Development Corp. (LVEDC) said helps the economy grow.  

Jun 9, 2023

More than $3.8M PHARE funds to support 33 housing projects in Lehigh Valley

Housing programs in Lehigh Valley will share more than $3.8 million through the Pennsylvania Housing Affordability and Rehabilitation Enhancement (PHARE) fund, the Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency (PHFA) said Thursday. 

Jun 8, 2023

Northampton County seeking qualified contractors

Northampton County is looking for qualified construction contractors and subcontractors for its planned Whole Home Repair Program. 

May 26, 2023

Former Glendon Hotel to become affordable townhomes

Five new affordable townhomes will be built at the former site of the Glendon Hotel in Glendon Borough, Northampton County.