2005 - 2007 NEWSPAPER ARTICLES
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SUBJECT DATE YEAR DESCRIPTION NEWSPAPER PAGE
100 Years Ago Today Sept. 7 2005 Easton residents irate over the hiring of foreign-born
workers to clean Easton's streets. The Standard Street
Flushing Co. took on Italian-born workers to sweep dirt
from gutters and sewers.
Express-Times p. D-1
100 Years Ago Today Sept. 8 2005 Edgar Richards, son of E. J. Richards owner of the
Northampton Silk Co. on South Side Easton, pulled a
switch to start operation of a new all-electric mill. The
power is furnished by People's Electric Light and Power
Co.
Express-Times p. C-9
Agriculture Feb. 14 2005 Farmers worry if subsidy cuts pass. Agriculture
Department: 5 percent hit, $250,00 cap. Local farmers are
concerned.
Express-Times p. A1
Amputees July 25 2005 Man's idea born in pain promises respite. Express-Times p. A-1,A-2, illus.
Automobile Racing May 13 2005 Dirt drivers still on track - travel far and wide to race. Express-Times p. C-1, C-5
Automobiles May 15 2005 Car show draws crowd to Phillipsburg. Business
association official calls event a success and a boon to
area retailers.
Express-Times p. B-1, B-2, illus.
Automobiles May 18 2005 From Yesteryear column: 1905: An Easton man blamed a
steep hill for his speeding and a judge agreed with him.
Express-Times p. C-1
Bethlehem April 23 2005 Research laboratory scheduled to close. Express-Times p. A-7
Bushkill Park Feb. 28 2005 Bushkill Park cleaning up for reopening. 102 year old park
to open for regular summer season after massive flooding
caused by Hurricane Ivan.
Express-Times p. B1, illus.
Bushkill Township May 31 2005 Therapeutic riding to save farm. Owner of Bushkill Twp.
Property to sell to Equi-librium to keep land open, green
Express-Times p. B-1, B-7, illus.
Business April 17 2005 Starbucks, Wegmans show area ripe for influx of high-end
retail stores.
Express-Times p. A-1, A-2, illus.
Business April 19 2005 City zoners approve store and restaurant. French bistro
would feature an art gallery.
Express-Times p. B-1, B-2
Business May 2 2005 From Yesteryear column: 1905: Butchers in Easton who
don't open their shops on Sundays are threatening to sue
shops that do.
Express-Times p. C-1
Business May 5 2005 First Sunday grows into weekend. Easton plans 2 days of
entertainers, shops open late Saturday.
Express-Times p. C-7, C-8
Business May5 2005 From Yesteryear column: 1856: Easton is growing so
rapidly a new business opened to provide servants.
Express-Times p. D-1
Business - General Supply May 17 2005 General Supply closing original Easton facility. Recently
flooded Lehigh Drive operations to move to Lower
Nazareth Twp. Site.
Express-Times p. C-8
Business - Newberry May 15 2005 James Wright's Looking Back column: J.J. Newberry a
dime store pioneer.
Express-Times p. BB-3
Business - Raymond Baurkot &
Sons
May 3 2005 Baurkot's moves into bigger space. Forks beer
distributorship relocates after purchase of Allentown
Beverage.
Express-Times p. C-8
Business - Victaulic May 6 2005 Victaulic to overhaul business operations. Plant closing in
Palmer Township.
Express-Times p. A-1, A-2, illus.
Business - Wal-Mart May 7 2005 Wal-Mart center brings new jobs. Express-Times p. D-1
Business - Wegmans May 5 2005 Wegmans celebrates growth and an award from
chamber.
Express-Times p. B-3, illus.
Businesses - Follett Corporation Dec. 9 2005 No wage freeze in new pact at ice company. Union
workers of the United Steel Workers Local 2599 at Follett
Corporation have ratified a 5-year labor deal.
Express-Times p. C10
Cancer Feb. 15 2005 Cancer patients enjoy a touch of makeover magic. "Look
Good…Feel Better" workshop held at the Wellness
Community's headquarters in Bethlehem.
Express-Times p. A1
Candy March 6 2005 Just Born boss sweet on job. Sam Torrence is president
and COO of Just Born Inc., Bethlehem.
Express-Times p. C-5, illus.
Catholic Church May 13 2005 Holding fast to Latin traditions. Moorestown church
continues to follow pre-Vatican II spirit.
Express-Times p. D-1, D-2, illus.
Catholic Church May 4 2005 Diocese to treat abusive priests. Express-Times p. A-1, A-2
Chamber of Commerce July 30 2005 Chamber beefing up its Easton office. Greater Lehigh
Valley Chamber makes moves prior to planned 2006
merger.
Express-Times p. D-1, illus.
Cholera March 6 2005 Cholera plagued Lehigh Valley, thousands died in mid-
1800s. In "Looking Back" column by James Wright.
Express-Times p. BB-3, illus.
Circus May 17 2005 From Yesteryear Column: 1856: The Rivers & Derious
Circus is in Easton today and that always brings
pickpockets, the Easton Daily Express editors wrote.
Express-Times p. D-1
Circus May 5 2005 From Yesteryear column: 1905: More than 12,000 people
saw the Barnum & Bailey Circus at 12th and Northampton
streets in Easton.
Express-Times p. D-1
Civil War Reenactors Feb. 28 2005 For Civil War re-enactors Bob Rabinsky and Melissa Yiaski,
American history is more than a passion. In "Faces"
column.
Express-Times p. A-1, A-2, illus.
Coplay, PA - History Sept. 4 2005 Coplay takes name from Shawnee Indian Chief Paxinosa's
son, Kolapechka.
Express-Times p. BB-3
Crime April 12 2005 Hostage siege defused. Negotiations went on for more
than 7 hours.
Express-Times p. A-1, A-2, illus.
Crime May 1 2005 Shots disturb Easton block. Second incident in
neighborhood in four days.
Express-Times p. B-1
Crime May 6 2005 Summit held after shooting. Police, council and housing
authority start planning next moves.
Express-Times p. A-1, A-2
Crime - Assault April 10 2005 Police hunt shooting suspect. Woman victim in critical
condition at area hospital with wound to the torso.
Express-Times p. A-1, A-2, illus.
Crime - Burglaries Dec. 8 2005 Cops think they've caught Easton serial burglar- Edward
Joseph Medelo, Jr. of Glendon and Lauren Rodenbough of
West Grant Street, Easton arrested in downtown Easton.
Caught after allededly breaking into Eckerd Drug on the
South Side.
Express-Times p. B-5
Crime - Easton, PA Sept. 7 2005 Mayor Mitman hears residents' concerns at South Side
town hall meeting hosted by the South Side Civic
Association. Mayor offers overview of downtown
economic development and the Bushkill Creek corridor
plans.
Express-Times p. B-1
Crime - Embezzlement Dec. 3 2005 Bookkeeper, Dorothy S. Zabrecky claims lack of
restitution stems from confusion over finances.
Embezzler thought she had paid back former travel agent,
Ronni Spoll.
Express-Times p. A-1 & A-4
Crime - Fraud May 14 2005 Travel agent still owes more than $842,000. Express-Times p. A-1, A-4
Crime - Murder Dec. 6 2005 Former nurse Charles Cullen admits murder attempt.
Patient survived unauthorized dose of insulin. Cullen has
already pleaded guilty to 29 murders
Express-Times p. B-6
Crime - Murder May 4 2005 Man murdered in Easton. Residents cite drugs as motive
for shootings on the South Side.
Express-Times p. A-1, A-2
Crime - Murder May 5 2005 About 15 shots heard at time of murder. Express-Times p. B-1, B-2
Crime - Robbery May 5 2005 Cops on lookout for robbers. Hanover Tsp., Easton banks
hit on same day.
Express-Times p. A-1, A-2, illus.
Crime - Shootings Sept. 2 2005 Easton man arrested in shooting of Bethlehem man in a
wheelchair. Reinaldo Fantauzzi of 1200 Washington
Street was arrested during a traffic stop on Route 22.
Express-Times p. B-1
Davis, Fred May 11 2005 Shepherd of Shiloh dies at 70. The Rev. Fred Davis
suffered heart attack while painting.
Express-Times p. A-1, A-2, illus.
Davis, Fred May 14 2005 Davis' leadership inspired flock. Hundreds turn out to
view man who filled church's pulpit for nearly 30 years.
Express-Times p. A-1, A-4, illus.
Davis, Fred May 15 2005 Service marks life of serving. Fred Davis called "example
of love."
Easton Express p. A-1, A-4, illus.
Delany, Martin R. Feb. 13 2005 Black pioneer was explorer, author, thinker, doctor and
soldier. Spent significant amount of time in Pennsylvania.
Trailblazer was the first black field officer in the U.S.
Army. (James Wright article - "Looking Back")
Express-Times p. BB3, illus.
Delaware Canal May 10 2005 From Yesteryear column: 1856:No boats have been
running on the Delaware Canal for more than a week, so
there is beginning to be a shortage of coal, lumber and
other goods
Express-Times p. D-1
Delaware River May 9 2005 PPL exec: cottages doomed. Floods not lone cause of
demise.
Express-Times p. A-1, A-2
Delaware River - Floods April 10 2005 Looking back at a week of flooding. Express-Times p. A-1, A-4, illus.
Delaware River - Floods April 18 2005 Release in flood raises concern. Politician seeking better
commission coordination.
Express-Times p. A-1, A-2
Delaware River - Floods April 19 2005 Toll bridge panel estimates $1.5M in flood damage. Easton Express p. A-1, A-2
Delaware River - Floods April 20 2005 FEMA reopens recovery center. Flood-affected residents
invited to Forks Twp. Site.
Express-Times p. A-1, A-4
Delaware River - Floods April 21 2005 Flooded eatery plans change. McDonald's wants to move
utilities out of basement.
Easton Express p. B-1
Delaware River - Floods July 27 2005 Cleaners descend on the Delaware. Dozens remove flood
debris.
Express-Times p. B-1,B-3
Delaware River Joint Toll Bridge
Commission
April 14 2005 Bike path, parking deck make officials' wish list. City to
seek bridge commission money.
Express-Times p. B-1, B-2
Dogs May 31 2005 From Yesteryear column: 1856: The City of Easton
recently passed a law ordering the killing of all loose dogs.
Express-Times p. D-1
Drugs Feb. 15 2005 Man admits dealing ecstasy for Slate Belt based drug ring.
William D. Hartranft pleads guilty to multiple felonies.
Express-Times p. A1, illus.
Drugs Feb. 15 2005 Duane Policelli admits involvement in massive ecstasy-
dealing ring in Northampton County. Pleads guilty to
multiple felonies.
Express-Times p. A1, illus.
Earth Day April 18 2005 Earth Day concludes with Ralph Nader lecture. Express-Times p. B-1, B-2
Easton Area School District May 11 2005 Zero tolerance miffs dad. EASD's expulsion of 14-year-old
too harsh, he argues.
Express-Times p. B-1
Easton High School April 25 2005 From Yesteryear column: 1905: The Easton School Board
didn't fire an Easton High School principal despite
complaints about unruly students and lack of discipline at
the school.
Friedens-Bote
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Northampton,
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Counties
Anzeiger
p. C-1
Easton, City of July 29 2005 Complex to be sold so it can be repaired. Municipal
authority makes purchase.
Express-Times p. B-1, B-2
Easton, City of May 12 2005 Historic district advocates reassure property owners. Task
force says they won't be compelled to alter buildings if
city ordinance is passed.
Express-Times p. B-1, B-2
Easton, City of - Charter May 18 2005 Home rule charter amendments pass. Express-Times p. B-6
Easton, City of - Finance May 11 2005 City's financial future looks grim, officials turn to state. Express-Times p. A-1, A-4
Easton, City of - History April 24 2005 Writing describes Easton in 1800s - Reuben Kolb. From
James Wright's Looking Back column.
Express-Times p. BB-3, illus.
Easton, City of - History May 8 2005 A push to make Easton historical. Group to discuss plans
for Downtown at meeting with council Tuesday night.
Express-Times p.B-1, B-2
Easton, City of - Housing July 28 2005 City authority's lease-purchase program lands grant. Plan
will help with rent and building savings for a down
payment, closing costs.
Express-Times p. B-5
Easton, City of - Parking April 22 2005 Agency to seek parking studies. Agrees to get input from
more firms for deck, bus terminal.
Express-Times p. B-1
Easton, City of - Parking April 24 2005 Gov. Wolf parking agreement reached. Authority to
provide spaces to new owner if Northampton County sells
building.
Express-Times p. B-1, B-8
Easton, City of - Police April 12 2005 Officer's family hires attorney. Investigation of cop's
death continues.
Express-Times p. A-1, A-4, illus.
Easton, City of - Police April 13 2005 City's deal with Cuvo approved. Council unanimously Oks
$2.5M settlement; first payment due in 90 days.
Express-Times p. A-1, A-2, illus.
Easton, City of - Police April 13 2005 Benefits due fallen officer's family detailed. Package
includes lump sums totaling $404,860, plus children's
college tuition.
Express-Times p. A-1, A-2
Easton, City of - Police April 26 2005 Easton delays hiring new police officers. Express-Times p. B-1, B-2
Easton, City of - Police July 27 2005 Cursing at chief gets cop time off. Police union leader
swore at Easton department's chief.
Express-Times p.A-1, A-2
Easton, City of - Police July 27 2005 Angry cops still vigilant, observers say. Despite troubles,
city force regarded as professional.
Express-Times p. A-1, A-2
Easton, City of - Police May 12 2005 Attorney: City can’t posthumously promote cop. Express-Times p. B-1, B-2
Easton, City of - Redevelopment April 15 2005 Mitman wants to remove vacancy signs. Says
redevelopment authority to have bigger role in property
rehabilitation.
Express-Times p. B-1, B-2
Easton, City of - Redevelopment April 15 2005 Lot project risks losing federal funds. Express-Times p. B-1, B-2
Easton, City of - Redevelopment April 21 2005 Authority to take over blighted city home. Express-Times p. B-1
Easton, City of - Redevelopment April 28 2005 Several set their sights on site. Express-Times p. B-1, B-3
Easton, City of - Redevelopment May 18 2005 Easton loses bid for federal redevelopment cash. Express-Times p. A-1, A-2
Easton, City of - Redevelopment May 6 2005 Council agrees to sell parking lot for $595,000. Arcadia
plans to build bus terminal, garage, shops on land near
Wolf building.
Express-Times p. B-1, B-2
Easton, City of - Zoning April 29 2005 City now has a new top codes cop. Cindy Cawley promises
enforcement with as friendly an attitude as possible.
Express-Times p. B-1, B-2, illus.
Easton, City of - Zoning May 5 2005 Zoners back bigger Mac. Flood victim plans to house
electrical units in addition.
Express-Times p. B-1
Easton, PA - Police Dec. 2 2005 Detective/Sergeant Tom Smith left loaded service
revolver at Palmer Township restaurant. Likely to face
disciplinary action including restitution for the
department-issued .40 caliber handgun.
Express-Times p. A-1 & A-2
Easton, PA - Police Dec. 3 2005 Retired cops overpaid through pension. City
miscalculates pension benefits. PA state audit reveals
incorrect calculations.
Express-Times p. A-1 & A-4
Easton, PA - Redevelopment Dec. 1 2005 Ashley Development Corporation offered a $250,000 low-
interest loan from the Northampton County Industrial
Development Authority to redevelop the former
Pomeroy's department store building in the 300 block of
Northampton Street.
Express-Times p. A-1
Education - Easton Dec. 2 2005 Expansion and renovation of Shawnee Middle School on
schedule. D'Huy Engineering to complete $80 million
project in three phases by summer 2008.
Express-Times p. B-5
Education - Easton Sept. 6 2005 Easton Area School District parents see room for
improvement in bus service.
Express-Times p. A-1
Education - Northampton
Community College
Dec. 2 2005 Northampton Community College purchases 72 acres of
Monroe County land to allow for college expansion.
Express-Times p. B-2
Education - Northampton
Community College
Sept. 6 2005 Northampton Community College plans January start for
South Side Bethlehem campus renovations.
Express-Times p. B-1
Education, Preschool April 24 2005 Valley pre-school program owns long history. Express-Times p. A-1, A-2, illus.
Elections - Northampton County,
PA
Dec. 9 2005 Nyce outspent Stoffa but lost. Report shows Nyce also
raised more money.
Express-Times p. B-2
Electric Utilities May 12 2005 Power plants on group's 'dirty' list. Portland facility gets
"poor" rating.
Express-Times p. C-7, C-8, illus.
Electric Utilities May 14 2005 Company won't say how it's reducing emissions. Express-Times p. A-7
Fish April 13 2005 Fish passageway belted by flood. Total damage at
Delaware Canal State Park could approach $30M.
Express-Times p. A-1, A-2, illus.
Fishing May 2 2005 Shad competition continues - on dry land. Express-Times p. B-1, B-2, illus.
Floods April 28 2005 Inn still digging out of mud. Trying to reopen as busy
month of April passes it by.
Express-Times p. A-1, A-2
Flowers April 21 2005 From Yesteryear column: 1905: Flowers arrived to be
sold at Easton's Centre Square market, but residents are
complaining about the high cost.
Easton Express p. D-1
Football - Phillipsburg, NJ Feb. 15 2005 Bob Stem returns to coach Phillipsburg football team. Express-Times p. A1, illus.
Forks Township Sept. 6 2005 Forks supervisors likely to get salary hike because of
population growth. Last raise was 18 years ago.
Express-Times p. B-1
Foundries - Phillipsburg, NJ Dec. 6 2005 Checklists show that Atlantic States Casting had problems
with forklift before fatal accident where one worker was
killed.
Express-Times p. B-6
Foundries - Phillipsburg, NJ Dec. 6 2005 Worker fractures fingers at Atlantic States Cast Iron Pipe
Co. in industrial accident.
Express-Times p. A-1
Freddy Awards May 13 2005 High drama. Freddy Award nominees announced. Express-Times p. A-1, A-2, illus.
Fundraising Feb. 14 2005 Ivan's recipe: Faith charity and burritos. Ivan Juricek's
authentic burritos to be used to help others.
Express-Times p. A1, illus.
Garbage Feb. 15 2005 Garbage facility owners fined. Father and son to pay
$400,000 for accepting too much refuse.
Express-Times p. A1
Golf April 18 2005 The Hub. John Kulhamer has turned Green Pond Country
Club into the nucleus of regional public golf.
Express-Times p. D-9, illus.
Government - Easton, PA Dec. 6 2005 Unions pounce on Easton's proposed budget. Cutbacks
criticized.
Express-Times p. A-1
Government - Easton, PA Dec. 7 2005 Public safety budgets confound city council. Police and
Fire Department heads haggle with city council over
number of employees and overtime budget.
Express-Times p. B-2
Government - Northampton
County
Dec. 7 2005 Northampton County Elections Commission accused of
violating Sunshine Law. Deborah DePaul of Palmer
Township appointed as chief registrar at closed meeting
on Novemeber 28, 2005
Express-Times p. B-1
Government - Northampton
County
Dec. 9 2005 County Executive JohnStoffa appoints new solicitor,
defender. Karl Longenbach will be in charge of the count
solicitor's office. Councilman Michael Corriere will be the
chief public defender.
Express-Times p. A-1
Harlan House April 28 2005 City seniors cut off from the world. Heavy rains, other
factors blamed for phone trouble at housing complex.
Express-Times p. A-1, A-2
Holidays - Entertainment Dec. 4 2005 Gifts of holiday entertainment in the Lehigh Valley and
nortwestern New Jersey.
Express-Times p. AA-1
Hugh Moore Park May 4 2005 Students unveil high-tech park ideas. Express-Times p. A-1, A-2
Hunting May 2 2005 From Yesteryear column: 1856: Easton residents are
hearing a familiar sound for this time of year: gunshots.
Express-Times p. C-1
Hurricanes - Katrina Sept. 6 2005 A welcome home away from home. Members of the
Greater Shiloh Church refurbish house for Katrina victims.
Express-Times p. A-1
Ice April 21 2005 From Yesteryear column: 1865: The Delaware Ice
Company started selling ice in Easton.
Easton Express p. D-1
Industries - Paragon May 13 2005 Paragon earnings drop in quarter. But large increase in
orders has CEO optimistic on future performance.
Express-Times p. C-8, illus.
Industries - Victaulic May 15 2005 Victaulic connects with business and community.
Executives predict growth for 80-year-old company.
Article by Anthony Salamone.
Express-Times p. C-5, C-6, illus.
Iraq War Feb. 13 2005 Local Marine grateful battles are behind him. Marine Cpl.
Joshua Gass of Phillipsburg, NJ to return home soon after
nearly four years with the Corps.
Express-Times p. A1, illus.
Lafayette College July 25 2005 Statuesque figures now squeaky clean to boot. Express-Times p. B-1,B-2, illus.
Lafayette College March 6 2005 Lafayette College President Arthur J. Rothkopf will be
stepping down in June.
Express-Times p. A-1, A-2, A-4,
illus.
Lafayette College May 5 2005 Plans would forge ties. Lafayette students present ideas
to link P'burg, Easton.
Express-Times p. B-1, B-2, illus.
Lebanese - Easton, PA July 30 2005 Rendell stopping at Lebanese festival. Express-Times p. B-1
Lehigh University Feb. 16 2005 Lehigh University gets $31 million donation. Partners for
the Advancement of Collaborative Engineering Education
gives gift in the form of equipment and technology.
Express-Times p. A1
Lotteries July 26 2005 From Yesteryear column: 1856: A Williams Township
lottery winner was robbed after celebrating his good luck
in an Easton bar.
Express-Times p. D-1
Mansfield, Jayne April 20 2005 Jayne not plain to fans. Mansfield's birthday marked. Express-Times p. B-1, B-3, illus.
Military Weapons April 17 2005 Cannon repair cost leaves council over a barrel. Express-Times p. A-1, A-2
Money May 8 2005 Confederate penny designed in Phila. In James Wright's
column Looking Back.
Express-Times p. BB-3, illus.
Murals July 27 2005 Program gives kids experience to draw on. Mural project,
other oppor;tunities, teach students about work.
Express-Times p. C-8
Newspapers Feb. 15 2005 Reporter F. David Hoff retires after 42 years with the
Express-Times. Man with "ink in his veins" started in
1962.
Express-Times p. B1, illus.
Newton, NJ April 17 2005 From James Wright's column Looking Back: N.J. town rich
in tavern history.
Express-Times p. BB-3, illus.
Northampton Co., PA - Officials May 18 2005 Reibman dumped. Roscioli, Beltrami win race for judge. Express-Times p. A-1, A-2, illus.
Northampton Co., PA - Officials May 18 2005 Reibman dumped. Democrat Stoffa wins; Nyce gets COP
nod.
Express-Times p. A-1, A-2, illus.
Northampton County -
Government
Sept. 2 2005 County studies property deal for offices across from
Government Center.
Express-Times p. B-3
Northampton County Archives Dec. 2 2005 Officials argue over moving the county archives to the
former Sigal's Bridal gallery building in the 300 block of
Northampton Street. The Northampton County Historical
& Genealogical Society and the county's Records
Improvement Committee drew up the prop
Express-Times p. A-1 & A-2
Northampton County, PA -
Government
April 13 2005 Jurors get towing, ticket reparations. Northampton
County to pay fines received while performing civic duty.
Express-Times p. B-1, B-3
Ottsville, PA July 31 2005 In James Wright's Looking Back column: Bucks village
owns extensive history.
Express-Times p. BB-3, illus.
PA - Courthouse - New April 18 2005 From Yesteryear column: 1955: Ten Commandments
plaque at the Northampton County Courthouse in Easton.
Express-Times p. C-1
Palmer Township - Housing Dec. 10 2005 Townhouse pitch set in Palmer. Proposal by Strausser
Enterprises for 265 townhomes to come before the
planning commission.
Express-Times p. B-2
Parades - Labor Day Sept. 6 2005 The Lookout Fire Co. No. 1 of Pen Argyl, PA holds their
70th annual Labor Day parade.
Express-Times p. B-1 & B-4, illus.
Parks - Easton May 16 2005 Parks focus of cleanup effort. Flood damage at heart of
problem.
Express-Times p. A-1, A-2
Parks - Easton, PA Dec. 4 2005 Sculpture garden at Riverside Park to grow again.
Lafayette student's sculpture to mark new beginning for
inspirational Breast Cancer Awareness Garden after
Delaware River flood damage.
Express-Times p. B-1
Parks - Pen Argyl, PA Dec. 5 2005 Weona Park's historical carousel slate roof in need of
repair. Bids being sought.
Express-Times p. B-1
Phillipsburg School District July 29 2005 District vows fight for school money. Express-Times p. A-1, A-2, illus.
Phillipsburg, NJ - Police Dec. 2 2005 Phillipsburg hires longtime officer, Captain Robert
Mirabelli as new police chief. He replaces former chief,
the late Larry Marino, Sr.
Express-Times p. B-5
Phillipsburg, NJ - Redevelopment May 17 2005 Town pleased to draw builders. Interest tied to
redevelopment efforts and riverfront, P'burg officials say.
Express-Times p.B-5
Physicians May 8 2005 P'burg pediatrician has put generations of patients first. Ih
Chin Kim to leave void when he retires after more than 50
years in practice.
Express-Times p. C-5, C-6, illus.
Pigeons July 29 2005 From Yesteryear column: 1955: Easton has declared war
on pigeons.
Express-Times p. D-1
Pohatcong Township March 6 2005 Disabled pony inspires children's picture book.
"Madeline's Miracle" by Loren Spiotta-DiMare.
Express-Times p. B-1, B-6, illus.
Police - Easton, PA Dec. 10 2005 City offers reward for the return of Sgt. Thomas Smith's
loaded semi-automatic pistol. Gun was left in
Express-Times p. A-1
Police - Easton, PA Dec. 8 2005 Top cop may get new title. Title of "Police Chief" may
change to "Police Commissioner."
Express-Times p. A-1
Police - Easton, PA Dec. 9 2005 City's second choice for police chief withdraws. Richard
Garipoli, Jr. of Warwick Township, Lancaster County, PA
Express-Times p. B-1
Pollution Dec. 3 2005 Neighbors file odor complaints with borough police
department in Stockertown, PA. Pollution control system
installed by Polymer Products Company six months ago.
Express-Times p. A-1 & A-2
Population May 9 2005 From Yesteryear column: 1856:Easton Daily Express
editors are worried about the growing number of
Northampton and Warren county residents moving to the
American West.
Express-Times p. C-1
Power Companies Sept. 3 2005 Pennsylvania Power & Light Corporation at Martins Creek,
PA replaces failed wooden drainage apparatus with new
steel gate. Failure of old drainage tower resulted in the
dumping of more than 60 million gallons of ash-filled
water into the Delaware River.
Express-Times p. A-1
Proms April 24 2005 Prom traditions unite teens and parents. Express-Times p. AA-1, AA-6,
illus.
Public Assistance May 12 2005 Welfare office still in limbo. Temporary site not meeting
needs, critics allege.
Express-Times p. A-1, A-2
Recreation May 10 2005 Wilson council has worries about Balata property.
Unfinished bike path leads to griping.
Express-Times p. B-1, B-8
Religion April 29 2005 A spiritual slam-dunk. Basketball ministries use teamwork
to unite gospel and the game.
Express-Times p. C-9, C-10, illus.
Religious Education May 15 2005 Vacation Bible School programming unique, diverse. Express-Times p. AA-6, illus.
Roads - Route 22 July 28 2005 Business leaders back Route 22 project. Express-Times p. B-1, B-2
Schools - Easton, PA Dec. 4 2005 Low income families benefit from U.S. Department of
Agriculture National School Lunch Program by providing
lunches free or at a reduced cost.
Express-Times p. B-1
Schools - Easton, PA Dec. 6 2005 Easton Area School District facing budget gap.
Superintendent Riker presents preliminary $102 million
budget to school board for 2006 - 2007. Property taxes
would account for $57.2 million of budget revenue, but
taxes would not be raised
Express-Times p. B-1
Schools - Easton, PA Dec. 9 2005 Bomb threat at Shawnee Middle School. School
evacuated after anonymous phone call claiming a bomb
was in the school.
Express-Times P. B-5
Sikhs April 11 2005 Sikhism's popularity behind two local temples. Express-Times p. B-1, B-2, illus.
Sinkholes May 11 2005 Study finds lack of sinkhole records. Express-Times p. A-1, A-2
Strohmeyer, Sarah April 17 2005 Author ready to put wig back on. "Bubbles" creator to
appear here again.
Express-Times p. B-1, B-2
Teachers May 9 2005 Fragile line separating teachers, students. Express-Times p. A-1, A-2
Telegraph July 29 2005 From Yesteryear column: 1905: The rising popularity of
the telephone has helped shut down a Phillipsburg
telegraph office.
Express-Times p. D-1
Traffic Accidents May 4 2005 No charges filed in deadly crash. Police investigating
wreck at city intersection.
Express-Times p. B-7
Tramps April 22 2005 From Yesteryear column: 1905: Fewer homeless
"tramps" received free lodging in Easton jail cells because
of a new policy.
Express-Times p. C-7
Urban Development April 17 2005 Lawmakers hear of area's sprawl fears. "Gold rush"
threatens to consume land "until it's played out," hearing
is told.
Express-Times p. B-1
Warren Hospital May 13` 2005 Warren Hospital gets nod for Forks facility. Express-Times p. A-1, A-2
Water - Supply April 18 2005 Authority has big plans to boost flow. Express-Times p. A-1, A-2
Water - Supply May 10 2005 Water tower estimates go up by $1.7 million. Express-Times p. B-8
Water - Supply May 14 2005 Easton water top choice in taste test. Express-Times p. B-1, B-3, illus.
Water-Supply July 29 2005 From Yesteryear column: 1856: The current scorching
heat wave has produced a drought.
Express-Times p. D-1
Williams Township July 28 2005 Pond-draining raises concern. Williams resident
concerned about wildlife in waterway being widened for
new homes.
Express-Times p. B-3
Women May 3 2005 From Yesteryear column: 1856: The arrest of a drunken
woman is an example of "feminine depravity."
Express-Times p. D-1
Youth Centers May 12 2005 Youth center unveils changes. St. Anthony's alters name
to reflect expanding mission.
Express-Times p. B-1
African-Americans Feb. 5 2006 Moravians welcomed early black community at Nazareth.
Written by James Wright.
Express-Times p. BB3
Art Dec. 25 2006 Storefronts in Easton may give artists a stage. Artist in
the Window program may bring property owners and
local artists together.
Express-Times p. A1 & A2
Authors Nov. 27 2006 Local author to sign copies of book. Richard Hope will be
at the Easton Area Public Library to sign his new book,
"Easton, PA: A History."
Express-Times p. B1
Bachmann Publick House April 14 2006 Brainstorming ideas for Bachmann tavern. Stoffa needs
ideas. He recruits panel to discuss options for landmark.
Express-Times p. B-5
Bachmann Publick House March 17 2006 County could take control of Bachmann. Some on Council
opposed. Officials want experienced agency to run the
tavern.
Express-Times p. A-1, A-2, illus.
Binney & Smith Nov. 17 2006 Bye, bye Binney & Smith. Forks crayon maker to be
known as Crayola LLC. Names of co-founders, Edwin
Binney and C. Harold Smith to be forsaken.
Express-Times p. B8
Binney & Smith Nov. 17 2006 Bye, bye Binney & Smith. Forks crayon maker to be
known as Crayola LLC. Company co-founders' names to
be forsaken.
Express-Times p. B8
Brewfest Oct. 1 2006 Brewfest draws hundreds to Riverside Park. Express-Times p. B1, illus.
Bucks County Oct. 15 2006 All but one pine tree gone before naming the village of
Pineville. (James Wright article - Looking Back)
Express-Times p. BB3
Businesses April 10 2006 Kiffle bakery a family affair. Moore Township business
ships pastries throughout the country.
Express-Times p. B-1, B-2, illus.
Businesses April 8 2006 Giant rodent union tactic.Rat part of protests in Forks and
Upper Saucon about workers' wages.
Express-Times p. B-1, B-2, illus.
Businesses Dec. 13 2006 Car dealer takeover expected. Announcement set
regarding two longtime Easton-area car dealerships- Star
Pontiac GMC to take over Easton Buick.
Express-Times p. D1
Businesses Dec. 15 2006 75 year old Easton Buick franchise sold to Lower Nazareth
Township business, Star Pontiac GMC. Easton Buick
started in 1931 by John Kuhn in Wilson Borough.
Express-Times p. D1, illus.
Businesses Dec. 24 2006 Easton Buick owners didn't want to sell. Perfect offer
came from GM (General Motors) Local residents mourn
the passing of venerable dealership in Palmer Township.
Express-Times p. D5, illus.
Businesses Nov. 3 2006 Dykes Lumber site wins accolade from Easton's Properties
of Merit program.
Express-Times p. B5, illus.
Businesses Nov. 7 2006 Partnership loans $55,000 to 2 city property owners for
building improvement and business start-up costs - State
Café and Dunkin' Donuts on Centre Square.
Express-Times p. B1 & B2, illus.
Career Institute of Technology Oct. 1 2006 Gambling on a new career. CIT in Forks Township looking
to the day when it can begin training slot machine
technicians.
Express-Times p. AA1, illus.
Chansonette Theatre Nov. 10 2006 Local theatre group, Chansonette, puts movies center
stage. "Blame It on the Movies" performances will
benefit the restoration of Easton Area Middle School
auditorium and stage for third year in a row.
Express-Times p. C1 & C9, illus.
Christmas Oct. 10 2006 An old-school commemoration. The 2006 Annual Easton
Ornament depicts the old Easton High School.
Express-Times p. A1, illus.
Christmas Decorations Dec. 14 2006 David Rotondo of Palmer Township is "King of Inflation"
when it comes to inflatable blow-up lawn toys.
Express-Times p. A1 & A2, illus.
Community Centers March 13 2006 New community centers attracting active patrons.
Bethlehem and Palmer Townships have opened new state-
of-the-art community centers.
Express-Times p. B-7, B-8, illus.
Conservation Oct. 6 2006 Farmland preservation law passes. Property tax rates
frozen on farmland where development is forbidden.
Express-Times p. B1
Conservation Oct. 7 2006 Council Oks purchase of land for open space. Acquisition
of 126 acre tract on Totts Gap Road in Upper Mount
Bethel will be split with the Nature Conservancy.
Express-Times p. B3
Crime Dec. 10 2006 Residents learn how to deter 'bad seeds.' Crime
symposium organized by residents.
Express-Times p. A1
Delaware Indians April 14 2006 Tribe asks city to build monument at Scott Park. Treaties
signed at site. Council decision expected soon.
Express-Times p. B-1, B-3, illus.
Delaware Indians March 9 2006 Bill blocks tribal claims. Local impact possible. Delaware
Nation could be stopped from claiming title in Forks
Township.
Express-Times p. B-1, B-2
Delaware Indians Nov. 28 2006 Tribe won't get land in Forks Township. Court rejects
case. Win could have led to casino on 315 acres in Forks
Township.
Express-Times p. A1
Delaware River April 6 2006 EPA on river cleanup: Our work here is done. Others can
continue oversight, it says. Continued action
"unwarranted," according to federal agency.
Express-Times p. A-1, A-2
Dogs March 30 2006 Black Labrador retriever, Hudson, the library dog serves
stint as facilitator for reading at Nazareth Library story
time.
Express-Times p. B1
Dogs May 30 2006 Forks park may go to the dogs. Express-Times p. B-1, B-2
Easton - Fires March 12 2006 Fire rips Mitman house. Mayor's 146-year-old homestead
damaged. No one injured. Cause of blaze deemed not
suspicious.
Express-Times p. B-1, B-2
Easton Area High School March 17 2006 Easton High punishes pre-crash partygoers. Express-Times p. A-1, A-2
Easton Area School District April 13 2006 Easton Area official quit amid accusation. Ski Club cash
questions. Embezzlement claims led Connie Mazza to
agree to retire, court records say.
Express-Times p. B-5
Easton Area School District April 7 2006 School board president leaves meeting after tiff.
Member's motion sparks action. Developer's plan
discussed.
Express-Times p. B-1, B-2
Easton Area School District April 9 2006 District changes kindergarten cut-off. Express-Times p. B-1, B-2
Easton Area School District Dec. 22 2006 Easton Area takes turf off the table. School board rejects
artificial playing surface by a 5-4 decision.
Express-Times p. A1
Easton Area School District March 28 2006 EASD debates uniform policies. Supporters say uniforms
reduce school violence. Opponents skeptical.
Express-Times p. A1
Easton Area School District Nov. 30 2006 District official not eager to build. Easton superintendent
suggests other ways to handle overcrowding.
Express-Times p. B1
Easton Area School District Oct. 11 2006 Fake grass seems a reality. Artificial surface likely to
come to school's playfield. School board weighs turf bids.
Express-Times p. A1
Easton Area School District Oct. 5 2006 Easton Area buying land, plans to expand programs.
Buildings to be turned into classrooms.
Express-Times p. A1, illus.
Easton High School Dec. 10 2006 Easton Area's Japanese class stands alone in region. Class
is now in its 8th year and has the only on-site Japanese
teacher in the Lehigh Valley. Class is also a distance -
education program.
Express-Times p. A1
Easton Hospital Nov. 17 2006 Easton Hospital has plan for land at Routes 248 & 33. Express-Times p. A1 & A2, illus.
Easton Peace Candle Nov. 25 2006 Peace candle lit; Lorraine Hendershot honored with
Gretchen Wrenshall Spirit of Easton Award.
Express-Times p. B1 & B2, illus.
Easton Suburban Water
Authority
Dec. 28 2006 Water workers go with authority. 13 city workers give up
union jobs to accept jobs with Easton Suburban Water
Authority. Workers accept $10,000 buyout.
Express-Times p. B3
Easton, City of Dec. 13 2006 Council can't stomach cuts to city staff. Administration's
recommendations not received well. Final vote is
December 28.
Express-Times p. B1
Easton, City of Dec. 29 2006 City OKs budget; taxes to rise 16%. Council decides to not
make seven personnel cuts.
Express-Times p. A1 & A2
Easton, City of March 26 2006 Councilman Ken Brown proposes curfew centers
throughout Easton. Help could come from the Easton
Housing Authority.
Express-Times p. A4, illus.
Easton, City of March 29 2006 City considers online bids to sell unused equipment,
particularly unique items. Items would still be advertised
locally
Express-Times p. B1
Easton, City of Nov. 15 2006 City planning office asks for five more employees.
Director says workload justifies additional help.
Express-Times p. B3
Easton, City of Nov. 15 2006 City planning office asks for five more employees.
Director says workload justifies additional help.
Express-Times p. B3
Easton, City of Nov. 29 2006 Union rips 'bad' city leaders. Accuse administration of
keeping Union Local 447 in the dark about plans to lease
the city water plant.
Express-Times p. A1
Easton, City of - Housing Dec. 8 2006 Housing wins officials support. City grants preliminary OK
for South Side townhouse proposal. Ashley Development
proposes 37 townhouses on the lincoln Textile property.
Express-Times p. B1
Easton, City of - Police April 1 2006 Easton's top cop leaving department next week. Easton Express p. A-1, A-2, illus.
Easton, City of - Police April 13 2006 Easton closes officer probe. Renninger's future not
disclosed to the public.
Express-Times p. A-1, A-2
Easton, City of - Police April 7 2006 New training arrives for Easton cops. Justice Department
review focuses on civil rights. Accreditation aimed at
putting an end to costly suits.
Express-Times p. A-1, A-2
Easton, City of - Police Feb. 2 2006 Easton cops get good news from U. S. Justice Department.
First policy changes are approved which are necessary for
the police departments accreditation.
Express-Times p. A1
Easton, City of - Police Feb. 3 2006 Coroner won't release Sollman's autopsy report. Lehigh
County offical cites ongoing probe in refusal to issue
document.
Express-Times p. A1
Easton, City of - Police Nov. 6 2006 Patrolling the streets all in a night's work. Easton Officer
Carl Faulkner III never knows what his shift will bring.
Express-Times p. A1 & A2
Easton, City of - Police Oct. 14 2006 Grisly find for new owner of 722 Bushkill St. Human skull
found in basement of home.
Express-Times p. B1
Easton, City of - Police. Feb. 22 2006 Easton sues over pensions. Cops' pensions were
miscalculated with overpayments ranging from $49 to
$547. City wants corrections made.
Express-Times p. A1
Easton, City of - Redevelopment Dec. 7 2006 Riverwalk on the move. Easton planning commission
gives final approval to project despite serious objections
from residents.
Express-Times p. B1
Easton, City of - Redevelopment Nov. 16 2006 Condos to rise in theater's footprint. Theater to be torn
down and replaced with nine-story condominium
building.
Express-Times p. A1
Easton, City of - Redevelopment. Feb. 22 2006 Ideas presented for Downtown rehab project. Four
proposals received to rehabilitate property at 118
Northampton Street.
Express-Times p. B5
Easton, PA March 30 2006 Easton brutality suit ends with settlement. City attorney,
David MacMain said the city has agreed to pay $65,000 to
settle lawsuit with former resident, Joel J. Laughlin.
Express-Times p. B7
Easton, PA - Police March 23 2006 No charges in cop killing. Sollman widow wants justice.
Grand jury favors firing.
Express-Times p. A1, illus.
Easton, PA - Police March 26 2006 Sollman's autopsy released . Lehigh County judge says
cop's autopsy report is public record.
Express-Times p. B1
Electricity April 11 2006 Met-Ed customers facing first rate hike since 1993. Typical
residential customer's monthly bill would go up 17.6
percent to as much as 24 percent.
Express-Times p. A-1, A-2, illus.
Faust, Milton March 18 2006 Longtime Easton jeweler dies at 91. Express-Times p. A-1, A-2, illus.
Floods Nov. 1 2006 Residents hope to put their houses on stilts. Homeowners
need township approval before proceeding.
Express-Times p. A1 & A2, illus.
Football Dec. 4 2006 Easton-P'burg game generates bucks. Higher prices and
higher receipts make historic game a moneymaker.
Express-Times p. A1
Football - Thanksgiving Day
Game
Nov. 19 2006 A game for all ages, the Easton-Phillipsburg Thanksgiving
day football game. Daughter tries to carry out tradition
for star of the past.
Express-Times p. A1, illus.
Football - Thanksgiving Day
Game
Nov. 22 2006 Bridging the divide. Remembering the players, coaches,
and team supporters who paved the way to the historic
100th match.
Express-Times p. A1, illus.
Football - Thanksgiving Day
Game
Nov. 22 2006 Black trailblazers say they just wanted to play. Express-Times p. A1, illus.
Football - Thanksgiving Day
Game
Nov. 23 2006 Showing their spirit. Fans rally in anticipation of 100th
clash.
Express-Times p. A1, illus.
Football - Thanksgiving Day
Game
Nov. 24 2006 Red Rovers dominating. Parties, friends, emotion,
pageantry highlight historic 100th football game between
Easton and Phillipsburg.
Express-Times p. A1, A2, & A5,
illus.
Forks Township Dec. 22 2006 Pedestrian bridge and public swimming pool are on the
'wish list' of Forks Township residents according to
recreation surveys.
Express-Times p. B1
Forks Township Emergency
Squad
Nov. 30 2006 Cops: Ex-Forks Twp. EMS director, Cory Dailey, stole
thousands. Over $20,000 in question.
Express-Times p. A1
Foster, Stephen April 9 2006 Stephen Foster's overlooked musical Keystone State
roots. In James Wright's column Looking Back.
Express-Times p. BB-3, illus.
Fraternal Order of Fleas Nov. 15 2006 Six pay $180,000 to save Fleas Club. Steven Miga of
Bethlehem Township submits winning bid at IRS auction
of South Side social club.
Express-Times p. A1, illus.
Fraternal Order of Fleas Nov. 15 2006 Six pay $180,000 to save Fleas Club at IRS public auction. Express-Times p. A1 & A2, illus.
Garbage Nov. 27 2006 Easton preparing for switch of garbage collectors. City is
changing from Waste management to Raritan Valley
Disposal.
Express-Times p. B1, illus.
Garbage Oct. 9 2006 New garbage deal in city of Easton. Cost to residents still
unclear. Raritan Valley Disposal wins to contract.
Express-Times p. B1
Garlic Oct. 15 2006 Garlic Fest has patrons' eyes, mouths watering.
Downtown celebration invites participants to "Eat, drink
and stink."
Express-Times p. B5
Glendon, PA Feb. 2 2006 Glendon Business Center getting a little busier. Center
will soon house trucks and crayons.
Express-Times p. A1
Holmes, Larry Oct. 6 2006 Former boxing champ Holmes dispensing his wisdom on
TV.
Express-Times p. A1
Hotels Nov. 27 2006 Lafayette Hotel owners eye role in city's revival. Owners
seeking to shake the establishment's stigma.
Express-Times p. A1, illus.
Housing March 12 2006 City says boarding house up to codes. Makeover has
restored eatery, boarding house to habitability, city says.
Express-Times p. B-1, B-2, illus.
Housing March 15 2006 Housing rehab program fix-up. Changes planned. So is a
city request to the state for grant money.
Express-Times p. B-1,B-3
Housing March 9 2006 Landlords will need licenses for rentals. Easton City
Council approves program. In addition to annual fees,
properties must be inspected.
Express-Times p. B-3
Housing Oct. 5 2006 $20 million grant brings sigh of relief. Easton gets cash to
rebuild Delaware Terrace public housing development.
Express-Times p. A1, illus.
Housing Oct. 7 2006 Landlord fights inspections. Seeks to stop enforcement,
says equal protection clause was violated.
Express-Times p. B1
Industry March 26 2006 Frick Transfer plans to move headquarters. Moving from
former Dixie Cup factory.
Express-Times p. B6
Iron Industry Oct. 1 2006 Bogs across New Jersey were once a good source of iron.
(James Wright article - Looking Back)
Express-Times p. BB3, illus.
Islam Dec. 8 2006 Mysterious Muslim complaints at NCC. Decoration
discrimination? School tries to respond to complaint,
finds it difficult.
Express-Times p. A1
Jacobsburg Environmental
Education Center
March 19 2006 Flood haunts Jacobsburg. Repairs and money still needed
at environmental education center a year and a half after
Ivan struck.
Easton Express p. B-1, B-2, illus.
Lafayette College April 4 2006 College purchases Jac & Co. building on North Third Street
for $600,000, adding to its existing property.
Express-Times p. B-1, B-2, illus.
Lafayette College March 10 2006 Leopards leap into scholarship era. Express-Times p. C-1, C-3
Lafayette College Nov. 3 2006 Lafayette College making effort to connect with city of
Easton. College is reaching out to community groups in
hopes of creating an alliance to better serve the public.
Express-Times p. B4
Lehigh Pocono Committee of
Concern
March 13 2006 40 years searching for peace in the Valley. The Lehigh
Pocono Committee of Concern marks a milestone. Over
the decades, the issues may have changed, but the
group's mission hasn't.
Express-Times p. C-1,C-2, illus.
Little, Ray Dec. 29 2006 Local face of Social Security retires. Ray Little was public
affairs representative for agency for 46 years.
Express-Times p. A4, illus.
Lost Articles April 5 2006 Class ring found after 32 years. Belonged to Easton
graduate. Ring was found in field by another Easton grad
using metal detector.
Express-Times p. B-1, B-2, illus.
Lower Mount Bethel Township. Feb. 21 2006 Lower Mount Bethel Oks bike path, parking lot. Bike path
to be constructed from Riverton to Martins Creek.
Express-Times p. B1
Lower Nazareth Township. Feb. 23 2006 Nazareth Speedway buyer a mystery. No details about
NZSW LLC.
Express-Times p. B7
Mauch Chunk March 12 2006 Luxurious Mansion House Hotel hosted famous guests. In
James Wright's column Looking Back.
Express-Times p. BB-3
Medicine Oct. 8 2006 With few doctors, early settlers relied on home remedies.
(James Wright article - Looking Back)
Express-Times p. BB3
Money Nov. 26 2006 Irish coins were legal tender in New Jersey in the 1600s.
(James Wright article - Looking Back)
Express-Times p. BB3
Motion Pictures Dec. 3 2006 Filmmakers brought lights, cameras, action to area.
Numerous films shot in Delaware and Lehigh River valleys
as early as 1912. (James Wright, Looking Back)
Express-Times p. BB3
Murder April 14 2006 Teen says he was ordered to murder. Express-Times p. A-1, A-2, illus.
Murder Nov. 15 2006 2 charged in city killing. Third male sought in murder of
Harold Figueroa, Jr. on Easton's South Side.
Express-Times p. A1, illus.
Murder Nov. 15 2006 Two charged in city killing. Third male sought in incident
on Easton's South Side.
Express-Times p. A1 & A2, illus.
National Canal Museum March 28 2006 Canal museum on course for improvements. Hands-on
exhibits being installed.
Express-Times p. B5, illus.
Nazareth, PA March 26 2006 Historic home's sale brings regret. The 1820 Kern House
was sold by Nazareth School Board to the Moravian
Historical Society for $75,000.
Express-Times p. B1, illus.
Northampton County April 4 2006 Archives' fate uncertain. Panel debates options. One
possibility is for Northampton, Lehigh counties to share
facility.
Express-Times p. B-1, B-5
Northampton County Dec. 12 2006 County solicitor says there's no need to pay the
remainder of a $192,000 lease for two judges' former
offices at 252 Spring Garden St.
Express-Times p. B1
Northampton County Feb. 1 2006 $24,000 in extra pay ruled improper. No county protocol
exists for unused vacation time, two workers involved.
Express-Times p. B1
Northampton County Feb. 4 2006 Marta Boulos Gabriel named key staffer by County
Executive John Stoffa.
Express p. A1
Northampton County March 27 2006 Pensions for councilmen questioned. Could add up to
hundreds a month, buying in can make a big difference.
Some officials concerned about the impact on county's
retirement fund and fairness to all county employees.
Express-Times p. A1
Northampton County Oct. 7 2006 $100,000 missing in county. Employee might have stolen
from Northampton County Clerk of Courts office, district
attorney says.
Express-Times p. A1
Northampton County - Militia March 19 2006 From James Wright's column Looking Back: Northampton
County's bad lieutenant. One of the worst scoundrels in
early Northampton County history was no doubt a militia
officer named Lt. Jonathan Dodge.
Express-Times p. BB-3
Northampton County - Prison Feb. 20 2006 Drunken drivers clog court. System is backed up.
Offenders from outside the county cause delays over drug
and alcohol evaluations.
Express-Times p. B1
Northampton County - Prison Feb. 21 2006 Prison tries to cut its costs. State prisoners costing the
county thousands by staying in Northampton County
prison after court appearances.
Express-Times p. B1
Northampton County
Courthouse
Dec. 1 2006 County to dedicate veterans memorial near courthouse.
Plans are in early stages and need county council
approval.
Express-Times p. B2
Northampton County
Courthouse
Dec. 10 2006 County hopes Amish are answer to cupola quandary.
Earlier bids far higher than allocation. Officials will now
advertise for bids in Lancaster County.
Express-Times p. B3
Northampton County
Courthouse
Oct. 12 2006 Cafeteria in courthouse closing. Two decades of service
to come to an end.
Express-Times p. B&, illus.
Northampton County Historical
& Genealogical Society
Nov. 13 2006 Easton museum back on course. Backers expect
construction to start in June. Changing circumstance and
rising costs delayed project.
Express-Times p. B1 & B2
Northampton County Historical
and Genealogical Society
Nov. 13 2006 Easton Museum back on course after delays and funding
problems. Construction expected to start in June.
Express-Times p. B1
Northampton County Prison April 3 2006 Prison charges inmates; doesn't always collect. Inmates
supposed to pay. Room, board, medical services. Does it
cost more to keep track of money?
Express-Times p. A-1, A-2
Order of Fleas Oct. 13 2006 Money issues trouble city club. Membership declines
after 2003 gambling raid.
Express-Times p. A1, illus.
Palmer Township Dec. 10 2006 Money for year-old Palmer Township Community Center
still sought. Campaign goal remains elusive.
Express-Times p. B1
Palmer Township Dec. 27 2006 Palmer wins bike-path battle. Palmer will move forward
with plans to extend bike path behind Forks Township
homes on Friendly Tavern Lane.
Express-Times p. B5
Palmer Township March 24 2006 Palmer Township Community Center humming. More
new classes to be added.
Express-Times p. B6
Parking Dec. 14 2006 City council oks hiking meter rates to $.75 per hour. City
business owners fear the increase plus extended hours
will cost them customers.
Express-Times p. B1
Parks May 29 2006 Park ceremony rekindled. Second consecutive year after
long hiatus. Veterans are homored at Easton's McKeen
Park.
Express-Times p. B-1
Penn, William June 4 2006 Remembering two sons of William Penn's first family.
From James Wright's column Looking Back.
Express-Times p. BB-3, illus.
Pennsylvania Army National
Guard
Dec. 13 2006 Easton silk mill likely to become training ground.
Pennsylvania Army National Guard to train at 14 acre
Simon Silk Mill and Moon properties on 13th Street,
Easton, PA
Express-Times p. A2
Phillipsburg April 2 2006 Hopes high for P'burg's plans. Riverside reputation
revision. Town hopes Perrucci's plan will alter how people
think about it.
Express-Times p. A-1, A-2
Phillipsburg High School Dec. 14 2006 The Phillipsburg High School Class of 1950 held a 56 year
brunch at Flynn's On The Hill. 54 members and guests
attended.
Express-Times p. B3, illus.
Phillipsburg High School Nov. 14 2006 64th class reunion of Phillipsburg High School Class of
1942
Express-Times p. B3, illus.
Phillipsburg High School Nov. 14 2006 Phillipsburg High School Class of 1942 celebrates 64th
reunion.
Express-Times p. B3
Pike County Nov. 19 2006 Forests, lakes abound in Pike County's natural areas.
(James Wright article - Looking Back)
Express-Times p. BB3
Pollution March 24 2006 Watchdog group issues list of polluters. Elementis
Pigments (formerly Pfizer) of Wilson Borough named
Express-Times p. B1
Postal Service Dec. 31 2006 ZIP code zealotry in Roseto. Roseto battles for identity
for proud, undersized borough.
Express-Times p. B1 & B2
Preservation March 25 2006 Cash infusion likely to boost preservations. Could protect
up to 21 Northampton County farms with $10 million in
state and county money.
Express-Times p. B1
ProJeCt Nov. 27 2006 ProJeCt prepares to open facility. The center will be
housed in Easton's old Social Security headquarters.
Express-Times p. B1
Public Health April 3 2006 Health bureau appears unlikely. Cost concerns. Planning
to continue.Support questionable on Council.
Express-Times p. A-1, A-2, illus.
Rabies Dec. 27 2006 Coyote attacksa dog and three people in Palmer. PA
Game Commission personnel shoot animal in township
yard.
Express-Times p. A1 & A2
Rabies Dec. 29 2006 Attacking coyote had rabies. Palmer residents who had
contact with the animal begin treatments.
Express-Times p. A1 & A2, illus.
Race Relations Oct. 12 2006 Vandalism vitims wonder if bigotry inspired miscreants.
Forks couple are convinced they are being targeted.
Express-Times p. A!, illus.
Radio Feb. 1 2006 Spanish music gets in tune with local radio station. WEST-
AM to feature two hours of Spanish music on Sunday
evenings.
Express-Times p. B8, illus.
Recreation Dec. 24 2006 Paths keep neighbors connected. Townships create bike
trails throughout developments.
Express-Times p. A1, illus.
Redevelopment April 5 2006 Developer revises plans for Pomeroyls. Express-Times p. B-1, B-2
Redevelopment March 29 2006 Dixie developers make inroads with Wilson. Preliminary
plclear borough plannning commission.
Express-Times p. A1
Redevelopment May 28 2006 Students brainstorm future for Pomeroys. Express-Times p. B-5, illus.
Reibman, Jeanette March 12 2006 Valley loses political legend. Former State Sen. Jeanette
Reibman dead at 90. First woman elected to full Senate
term in PA.
Express-Times p. A-1, A-2, illus.
Reibman, Jeanette March 14 2006 Hundreds pay final respects. Express-Times p. A-1, A-2, illus.
Restaurants March 9 2006 Bear Rock Café closes its doors. Restaurant goes out of
business. Owners say shopping center didn't attract
enough customers.
Express-Times p. B-1, B-2, illus.
Restaurants May 30 2006 Eastery wants out of Easton. Sounthampton Fish and
Chips closes. Owner decides to leave following weekend
confrontation.
Express-Times p. A-1, A-2
Restaurants May 31 2006 Business owners refuse to give in. Feuding Easton
restaurants blaming each other for rift.
Express-Times p. A-1, A-2, illus.
Revolutionary War Dec. 31 2006 Rev. John Rosbrugh, native of Scotland, became 'martyr
of the Revolution.' Died at the hands of Hessian
mercenaries. (James Wright, Looking Back article)
Express-Times p. N3, illus.
Schools - March Nov. 1 2006 Group raising money for better playground. Bake sale
scheduled. Project could cost more than $40,000.
Express-Times p. B1
Ships Dec. 17 2006 Three warships carried the name U.S.S. Pennsylvania.
None of the three are still in existence. (James Wright
article for Looking Back.)
Express-Times p. BB3
Sikhs Dec. 19 2006 Sikhs struggle in an unkind world. Area Sikhs work toward
understanding and acceptance.
Express-Times p. A1 & A2, illus.
Sikhs Dec. 20 2006 Sikh project for a new place of worship clears Plainfield
Township zoning board.
Express-Times p. A1 & A2, illus.
Sikhs Nov. 16 2006 Gurdwara plans delayed in Plainfield Township. Residents
find fault with plans, concerns over septic and stormwater
complications at site on Sullivan Trail.
Express-Times p. A1, illus.
Sikhs Nov. 16 2006 Gurdwara plans delayed. Plans, not Sikh religion, are
what bother local residents.
Express-Times p. A1 & A2, illus.
Sinkholes Nov. 4 2006 Red Cross gives aid to owners of uninhabitable home in
sinkhole-ridden area of Palmer Township. Sinkhole cracks
the foundation of home on Babbling Brook Road.
Express-Times p. B1
Sinkholes Oct. 3 2006 Sinkholes pose threat to house. Palmer Township
restricts access. Neighbors fear they could be next.
Express-Times p. B1, illus.
South Bethlehem, PA - History March 26 2006 Borough of South Bethlehem began as four large farms.
Written by James Wright.
Express-Times p. BB3
SPCA Nov. 13 2006 No-kill shelter policy brings space problems. Budget of
Northampton County SPCA is stretched. Large number of
pets surrendered strains resources.
Express-Times p. B5, illus.
SPCA Nov. 13 2006 No-kill shelter policy brings space problems. With
stretched budget, Northampton County SPCA still must
cope with large number of animals surrendered.
Express-Times p. B5, illus.
Stagecoaches Dec. 10 2006 After a slow start, horses pulled many a Pennsylvania
traveler. Between 1740 and 1840 most travel between
Pennsylvania towns was done by stagecoach. (James
Wright - Looking Back)
Express-Times p. BB3
Stockertown April 2 2006 Land use plan worries Stockertown. Merchants and
residents fear onslaught of land development could bring
negative consequences.
Express-Times p.B-1, B-2, illus.
Stockertown Nov. 8 2006 Stockertown Borough Council fires Liberty Hose Co.
Council votes to remove company as the authorized fire
service provider.
Express-Times p. B1
Stockertown, PA Feb. 1 2006 Borough criticizes comprehensive plan. Stockertown
residents and businesses object to portions of Nazareth
planning document.
Express-Times p. B2
Streets May 30 2006 Sweeping changes in Easton. Express-Times p. B-5, illus.
Supermarkets Dec. 9 2006 T. J. Bart's becoming C-Town. Bartolacci family's 60 years
in Easton grocery business ends.
Express-Times p. D1
Supermarkets Nov. 10 2006 Supermarket OK on Sullivan Trail. Planning Commission
recommends approval for Weis market plan.
Express-Times p. B1 & B3
Supermarkets Nov. 10 2006 Forks Township planning commission recommends
approval for Weis Supermarkets plan.
Express-Times p. B1 & B3
Supermarkets Oct. 13 2006 Weis confirms site plans for building at Sullivan Trail and
Uhler Road.
Express-Times p. B1
Swimming Pools Dec. 5 2006 City plan rescues to swimming pools. Lower fees
proposed. City of Easton still faces hefty sums to run
summertime facilities.
Express-Times p. A1
Taxation Dec. 3 2006 Feeding Easton's appetite for fees. Eatery owners weary
of rules and lax enforcement. One says he has to pay city
to not pick up his garbage.
Express-Times p. B1
Taxation March 19 2006 Business owners balk at Easton's newest tax. Customers
will feel the bite. Coin-op charges started this year.
Express-Times p. A-1, A-4
Thanksgiving Nov. 24 2006 Thanksgiving sanctuary. Holiday meals served to the
needy at local shelters and churches.
Express-Times p. B1 & B6, illus.
Third Street Alliance Dec. 24 2006 Cheerleaders bring cheer to shelter. Phillipsburg Rocket
Elite All Stars work all day and night to make over
playrooms.
Express-Times p. B1, illus.
Third Street Alliance for Women
and Children.
Feb. 20 2006 Paying back the place that gave her shelter. Monica
Bradley works at Alliance to give back.
Express-Times p. A1
Traffic Accidents March 11 2006 Driver in fatal wreck jailed; probe widens. Express-Times p. A-1, A-2, illus.
Traffic accidents March 28 2006 DA wants girl named as witness in fatal drunk-driving
crash case. Court could compel testimony. Elayna
Bartolacci, 17 years old, wrote letter to victim's mother in
days after crash..
Express-Times p. A1, illus.
Transportation March 22 2006 LANTA picks one carrier for paratransit service. Easton
Coach Co. of Forks Township will operate 120 Metro Plus
buses for LANTA under a 5-year contract.
Express-Times p. B1
Transportation May 28 2006 Revival movement for light rail. Group backs Route 22 rail
line. But local officials say they've studied it before and
found it unfeasible.
Express-Times p. B-1, B-3
Trees Nov. 3 2006 Easton set to create city tree nursery in Lower Hackett
Park. Work begins on 2,500 square foot plot.
Express-Times p. B3, illus.
Veterans Day Nov. 12 2006 Old cannon a reminder of sacrifice. Restored artillery
piece in Upper Hackett Park highlights annual Veterans
Day honors.
Express-Times p. B1 & B3, illus.
Veterans Day Nov. 12 2006 Old cannon a reminder of sacrifice. Restored artillery
piece in Upper Hackett Park highlights annual Veterans
Day honors.
Express-Times p. B1
Voros, Lukacs May 30 2006 Arctic adventure. A gift helps an area senior relive a long-
ago, historic journey to the North Pole.
Express-Times p. D-1, D-3, illus.
Voting April 9 2006 Awful election planning. "It was poor management, poor
timing and poor execution," says Northampton County
registrar.
Express-Times p. B-1, B-3
Washington, George Feb. 20 2006 George Washington slept here. The trail of America's
leaders reveals they stopped by or at least came close by.
Express-Times p. B10
Williams Township March 18 2006 Williams Twp. Surrenders in truck-terminal fight. We can't
win, municipality concludes. Glendon, where the facility
will be, gave its OK earlier.
Express-Times p. A-1, A-2
Wilson High School Dec. 17 2006 Alumni association created. First priority is locating
Wilson graduates. Will work closely with the Wilson Area
Partners in Education Foundation.
Express-Times p. B1
Wilson High School Nov. 16 2006 Wilson High School Class of 1946 celebrates 60th reunion. Express-Times p. B3
Wilson High School Nov. 16 2006 Wilson High Class of 1946 holds 60th class reunion. Express-Times p. B3, illus.
Wilson High School Nov. 30 2006 Wilson High School class holds 62nd class reunion. Express-Times p. B3, illus.
Women's Clubs Dec. 21 2006 The GFWC Women's Club of Easton celebrates its 105th
year with 32 members, three of whom are over 100, and
three honorary members.
Express-Times p. B3, illus.
World War II Dec. 7 2006 Survivors of Infamy - December 7, 1941 to December 7,
2006. Pennsylvania Pearl Harbor survivors meet in
Harrisburg to commemorate day.
Express-Times p. C1
Wrestling March 12 2006 Oliver compared to Easton greats. Call him Champ. Rover
soph cruises to first PIAA title.
Express-Times p. C-1, C-3, illus.
Youth Nov. 3 2006 Forks Township takes steps after dance debacle at
community center.Parent rips kids' conduct in newspaper.
Express-Times p. B3
Youth Centers Nov. 2 2006 Boys and Girls Club in west ward making space for teens.
Design of interior to teach the essence of civil society.
Express-Times p. B1
Acopian, Sarkis Jan. 20 2007 Sarkis Acopian dies at age 80. Businessman noted for his
generosity, support for many causes.
Express-Times p. A1
Animals Oct. 7 2007 Not all stray animals created equal when it comes to
shelter.
Express-Times p. B-1, B-2, illus.
Art, Municipal Sept. 16 2007 Post office murals courtesy of the FDR era. In "Looking
Back" section by James Wright.
Express-Times p. N-3, illus.
Art, Municipal Sept. 20 2007 New ideas abound for faded city mural. Express-Times p. B-3, illus.
Authors Oct. 5 2007 Divine words. Trio of Phillipsburg poets pens book they
hope will inspire.
Express-Times p. D-1, illus.
Automobile Driving Sept. 24 2007 Driver's ed coming back, but at a price. After-school
program will charge $400 per student and transportation
a concern.
Express-Times p. A-1
Automobiles Oct. 4 2007 Kelly relocating Nissan to L. Nazareth. Express-Times p. C-6, illus.
Bachmann Publick House Sept. 12 2007 Agency accepts historic house. Says Bachmann deal
depends on county taking ownership.
Express-Times p. B-1, B-2
Bachmann Publick House Sept. 21 2007 County tells GPA to take historic deed. Move avoids
foreclosure on Bachmann House. Authority expected to
offer title to county.
Express-Times p. B-7
Bands (Music) Oct. 1 2007 First Flag a hit with band fans. Annual competition
Wednesday night at Cottingham Stadium.
Express-Times p. B-1, illus.
Banks Sept. 8 2007 Boyertown bank acquires KNBT. National Penn nearly
twice the size of local bank. Deal still must clear
shareholder vote.
Express-Times p. A-1, A-2, illus.
Basketball July 2 2007 Kids hit the courts this summer instead of streets. Greater
Shiloh Church and city police department partner to form
City-wide Intramural Summer Basketball League.
Express-Times p. B6, illus.
Beer Aug. 2 2007 Something could be brewing downtown. Express-Times p. B-10
Binney & Smith, Inc. Jan. 19 2007 Binney & Smith officially changes corporate name to
Crayola LLC.
Express-Times p. A1
Bonaparte, Joseph Sept. 2 2007 Napoleon's older brother spent exile in New Jersey.
(James Wright - Looking Back)
Express-Times p. N3, illus.
Breweries Feb. 13 2007 Downtown could claim Victory. Brewer considering
opening pub on first floor of Pomeroy's building.
Express-Times A1, illus.
Bullying Dec. 7 2007 School officials warn students on bullying. Express-Times p. B-8, illus.
Bushkill Creek Oct. 15 2007 Banks of Bushkill Creek to get new lease on life. Express-Times p. B-5, illus.
Bushkill Park Oct. 19 2007 Owner of Bushkill Park evicts operator. Operator Reiss,
owner Fehnel trade blame for park's condition.
Express-Times p. B-5, illus.
Business Aug. 10 2007 Paragon's second-quarter sales up, earnings flat Express-Times p. C-6
Business Aug. 12 2007 Victaulic workers settle on contract. Deal ends 10 months
of negotiations in Forks.
Express-Times p. A-1, A-2
Business Sept. 4 2007 Schaffer's to stop selling appliences. Three generations of
family in the business. Repairs to continue.
Express-Times p. C6, illus.
Business - Laundries Oct. 3 2007 140-year-old Easton dry cleaner closing. King's cleaners
asks customers to pick up garments by Sunday.
Express-Times p.C-7, illus.
Business enterprises Aug. 21 2007 Easton brewpub on tap. Zoning board gives Victory
Square special exception to operate in the old Pomeroy's
building.
Express-Times p. B1
Business Enterprises Aug. 31 2007 New owners take over hilltop eatery. Mount Vernon
building sells for $275,000. Buyers planning restaurant
and inn in Easton.
Express-Times p. A1, illus.
Businesses Feb. 7 2007 Easton institution reopens after fire. Carmelcorn Shop
closed for nearly four months after October 2006 fire.
Express-Times p. A1, illus.
Businesses Jan. 14 2007 Closing time arrives after five decades. Competition, big
and small, eroded clientele at venerable Moorestown
General Store.
Express-Times p. B1
Businesses Jan. 19 2007 Family Dollar store set to open in 3 months at Centre
Square location. Owners seek to attract additional retail
tenant to same spot.
Express-Times p. B1
Businesses Jan. 21 2007 Palmer Township getting Wawa and Starbucks. Wawa
opening in June. Starbucks to open in the former Bear
Rock Café.
Express-Times p. B6
Candle (Centre Square) Dec. 6 2007 Waxing eloquent. Express-Times p. D-1, D-2, illus.
Candy Oct. 14 2007 Reading avenue gave candy bar its famous name.
"Looking Back" column by James Wright.
Express-Times p. N-3
Catholic Church Dec. 3 2007 Monsignor on the move. The pastor of three Catholic
churches in Easton will be sent to a new assignment in
June.
Express-Times p. B-1, B-2
Cemeteries Oct. 7 2007 Pioneers rest in historic Finesville cemetery in Pohatcong
Township. In "Looking Back" column by James Wright.
Express-Times p. N-3, illus.
Chamber of Commerce Dec. 7 2007 Chamber offers $3,000 grants. Valley organization to
award 10 projects for revitalizing the region's downtowns.
Express-Times p. C-6
Charity Dec. 3 2007 Giving to those who have less is a growing program.
Northampton County now serves 1,500 in effort to ensure
people not forgotten during holidays.
Express-Times p. A-1, A-2, illus.
Chester, PA Aug. 12 2007 Jackson explosion sad day in firefighting history. James
Wright's "Looking Back" column.
Express-Times p. N-3, illus.
Child Support Nov. 23 2007 County web site an effective tool in finding top deadbeat
parents.
Express-Times p. B-1, B-2
Children's Home of Easton Oct. 21 2007 Campus named for deceased home director. Express-Times p. B-5, illus.
Christmas Dec. 23 2007 Christmas traditions, Lopatcong Twp. Style. From James
Wright's column Looking Back.
Express-Times p. N-3, illus.
Churches Aug. 7 2007 Third time anything but charm for church. Truck plows
into wall at Our Lady of Lebanon Maronite Church. Third
incident this summer.
Express-Times p. A-1, A-2, illus.
Churches Aug. 9 2007 Driver charged in church wreck. Express-Times p. B-4, illus.
Churches - U.C.C. Sept. 9 2007 Valley church (Christ U.C.C. "Little Moore") has a
legendary local history. In "Looking Back" section by
James Wright.
Express-Times p. N-3, illus.
Crayola Factory Dec. 15 2007 "Oken" draws a crowd to Crayola. They came, they
squealed, they saw Mitch Musso.
Express-Times p. A-1, A-2, illus.
Crime Aug. 17 2007 Reward set for scoop on vandals. Wave of damage seen in
Wilson, Phillipsburg.
Express-Times p. B-1, B-2
Crime Dec.7 2007 Anti-violence walk set. Organizers plan event near Easton
middle school
Express-Times p. B-1, B-2
crime Oct. 3 2007 Latino Heat in hot water. Stabbings the latest in list of
incidents that may prompt district attorney to close down
club.
Express-Times p. B-1, B-2
Crime Oct. 6 2007 Fake Nikes found at stores. Officers found hundreds of
pairs of counterfeit shoes at shops on Northampton
Street in Easton.
Express-Times p. B-1, B-6
Crime Oct. 9 2007 Store owner charged with selling fake merchandise. Police
say Easton shop had counterfeit Nikes, pirated movies,
music.
Express-Times p. B-1
Crime - Murder Dec. 4 2007 Killings add to vexing tally. Triple homicide joins list of
Easton's unsolved murders. Police pursuing leads in five
unresolved cases.
Express-Times p. A-1, A-2
Crime - Robbery Dec. 6 2007 Victim:"I just wanted it to stop". No charges for shooter. Express-Times p. A-1, A-2, illus.
Crime - Robbery Dec. 8 2007 Shooting sparks debate. Gun control advocates oppose
DA's praise of man who shot muggers.
Express-Times p. A-1, A-2
Delaware River Dec. 9 2007 Who was the inspiration for rock formation? From James
Wright's column Looking Back.
Express-Times p. N-2, illus.
Delaware River - Bridges Aug. 17 2007 Ceremony celebrates reopening of bridge. Express-Times p. B-5, illus.
Easton Area High School Sept. 12 2007 Students face expulsion. Easton Area High seniors are
accused of having BB guns and a slingshot on school
grounds.
Express-Times p. B-1, B-2
Easton Area Public Library July 8 2007 Library's adult reading program offers prizes. Program to
offer book discussions and special concluding program
with Dr. Katherine Ramsland.
2007 p. B2
Easton Area Public Library Nov. 23 2007 The Big Reaad winding down at Easton library. Nov. 30
party wraps up series of lectures and events.
Express-Times p. B-1
Easton Area School District Aug. 30 2007 Test scores improve for most area schools. Easton
schools meet targets. Other groups still struggle.
Express-Times p. A1
Easton Area School District Feb. 13 2007 Athletes to get new turf. School Board approves artificial
field for high school.
Express-Times p. A1
Easton Area School District Feb. 27 2007 Former Police Chief, Stephen A. Mazzeo charged with
assaulting boy at Shawnee Middle School.
Express-Times p. A1, illus.
Easton Area School District Jan. 19 2007 School Board admits turk 'loggerheads.' Artificial turf for
Kunkel tract still an important issue.
Express-Times p. B2
Easton Area School District July 12 2007 Hosts sought for visiting teens. Student council gathering
at high school. Only 60 out of 400 homes are lined up.
Express-Times p. B1 & B2, illus.
Easton Area School District July 20 2007 Searching for solutions. Hiring more minorities in schools
will help solve problems in black community says Rev.
Phillip Davis of the Greater Shiloh Baptist Church, Easton,
PA.
Express-Times p. B1 & B2
Easton Area School District July 22 2007 Academy's move a chance to grow. Alternative school
getting a new home in Forks Township, allowing flexibility
to expand programs.
Express-Times p. B1, illus.
Easton Area School District July 3 2007 PTSA loses fundraiser to the pros. Snack bar usually run
by non-profit groups. Now food service provider,
Sodexho to take over.
Express-Times p. A1
Easton Area School District Oct. 13 2007 Sinkhole opens on Easton's turf field. Repairs expected to
be made early next week. Turf cost $830,000.
Express-Times p. B-1, B-2
Easton Catholic School Oct. 11 2007 Easton Catholic struggling to fill classrooms, erase deficit. Express-Times p. A-1, A-2, illus.
Easton Catholic School Oct. 19 2007 Eston Catholic studies academic name change. Express-Times p.B-2
Easton Hospital Oct. 13 2007 Easton Hospital's pension plan moves to Feds. Express-Times p. A-1 A-2, illus.
Easton, City of Aug. 14 2007 Easton planner tells of traffic increases. Official told of
impact Forks development has on city's roadways.
Express-Times p. B-3
Easton, City of Aug. 23 2007 Easton to limit animal houses. Ordinance would allow
four pets at most without city's ok.
Express-Times p. A-1, A-2
Easton, City of Feb. 11 2007 Easton mayor touts historic commission, Lafayette
College.
Express-Times p. B1
Easton, City of Jan. 12 2007 Easton city charter call could be coming. Commission
Chairman Bob Freeman to conduct "straw poll" to gauge
the commission's stance on several issues.
Express-Times p. B3
Easton, City of Jan. 31 2007 Taking a block at a time. The city of Easton and Lafayette
College join for cleanup program.
Express-Times p. A1
Easton, City of July 13 2007 Laura Bush praises Easton. City lauded for historic
preservation, revitalization efforts.
Express-Times p. A1 & A2, illus.
Easton, City of Oct. 11 2007 City oks codes, proposes recreation fee. Charge would be
$500. for every building lot or home built.
Express-Times p. B-4
Easton, City of Oct. 25 2007 Eight nonprofits to receive shares of block grants. City
originally planned to keep the money.
Express-Times p. B4
Easton, City of Oct. 28 2007 Fierce fight over charter. Rep. Freeman says it's crucial for
city's survival. Pat Vulcano worried about the effect on
council.
Express-Times p. B-1, B-3
Easton, City of - Buildings Aug. 30 2007 Easton building project details pushed back. Spirk
Brothers and the city's redevelopment authority have
agreed on new terms for the sale of 118 Northampton
Street.
Express-Times p. B6, illus.
Easton, City of - Buildings Oct. 21 2007 Moravian House's unusual story begins in 1740. In
"Looking Back" article by James Wright.
Express-Times p. N-3, illus.
Easton, City of - Charter July 1 2007 Weighing in on charter changes. Easton residents have a
say in what final draft will look like.
Express-Times p. B6
Easton, City of - Employees Jan. 11 2007 Easton's non-uniformed union workers agree with city on
labor contract.
Express-Times p. B1
Easton, City of - Fire Department Sept. 27 2007 Consultant urges Easton to hire more firefighters. City
council hears suggestions to add worker to its human
resources department.
Express-Times p. B-11
Easton, City of - Government Aug. 27 2007 Home rule is mostly praised. Proposed Easton
governmental process changed other cities.
Express-Times p. A-1, A-2
Easton, City of - Government Dec. 14 2007 Mayor suspends director. Mitman relieves Kowitz of
duties until end of year.
Express-Times p. B-1, B-2, illus.
Easton, City of - Government Dec. 4 2007 Six seeking nod for new council seat. The two-year
appointed post is thanks to the Easton's new home rule
charter.
Express-Times p. B-1, B-2
Easton, City of - Government July 27 2007 Panel oks plan to change city charter. Express-Times p.B-1, B-2
Easton, City of - Government Oct. 21 2007 Election to shake up city council. Six candidates running
for three seats; only one incumbent seeking re-election.
Express-Times p. B1, illus.
Easton, City of - Housing Aug. 2 2007 Neighbors protest proposal for wooded site. Express-Times p. B-1,B-12
Easton, City of - Housing Dec. 10 2007 Housing development displaces nonprofits. Agencies
unsure of future when Delaware Terrace is replaced.
Express-Times p. B-1, B-2
Easton, City of - Housing Sept. 18 2007 Delaware Terrace tussle over low-income houseing. HUD
likes rentals; council supports ownership; authority
caught in the middle.
Express-Times p. B-1
Easton, City of - Parking Sept. 7 2007 City authority rejects bids on parking project. New
Riverwalk bids due Oct. 24. Rejected bids failed to list
previous parking deck experience.
Express-Times p. B-1, B-5
Easton, City of - Parks Aug. 23 2007 Activists creating memorial in Easton. Express-Times p. B-6, illus.
Easton, City of - Parks Aug. 24 2007 Advocacy group seeks portion of park space. Beginning
Over foundation wants garden in Easton's Herbert A.
Snyder Park.
Express-Times p. A-1, A-2, illus.
Easton, City of - Parks Sept. 24 2007 Heil Park parking problems. Neighborhood residents say
midget football spectators clog, block streets with their
vehicles.
Express-Times p. B-1
Easton, City of - Parks Sept. 27 2007 Garden must find different localtion. Mayor says council
"doesn't have will right now" to OK tribute.
Express-Times p. B-1, B-12
Easton, City of - Police Aug. 29 2007 City to settle with ex-cop. Sgt. Douglas Schlegel
challenged his demotion.
Express-Times p. B1, illus.
Easton, City of - Police Aug. 9 2007 Binge costs cop his badge. Easton City Council oks firing
police officer who was drunk, covered in mulch on College
Hill.
Express-Times p. A-1, A-2
Easton, City of - Police Dec. 15 2007 Easton police endorse contract. One-year agreement
boosts annual raises and sick day bonuses.
Express-Times p. B-1, B-2
Easton, City of - Police Dec. 15 2007 Fired cop wins his job back. Arbitrator rules against
Easton. John Zielinski had been off duty when he was
arrested Feb. 11.
Express-Times p. A-1, A-2
Easton, City of - Police Jan. 17 2007 Police looking for new digs. Officials considering whether
to renovate and expand the existing South 3rd Street
headquarters or to find a new location.
Express-Times p. A1
Easton, City of - Police July 8 2007 It's official for Easton cops. PA Chiefs of Police
Association unanimously approves accreditation. Chief
Larry Palmer says morale is high.
Express-Times p. B1
Easton, City of - Police Oct. 25 2007 Downtown officer Bruneo keeps job. Council defies
mayor's request to ax cop.
Express-Times p. A1, illus.
Easton, City of - Police Sept. 18 2007 Cop crashes car into Wawa store. Off-duty Easton officer
John Alestas is on administrative leave after incident early
Sunday.
Express-Times p. A-1
Easton, City of - Police Sept. 23 2007 Creating safer cities. Community policing gives residents,
business owners greater sense of security., Officers work
hard to build trust.
Express-Times p. A-1, A-2, illus.
Easton, City of - Recreation Aug. 19 2007 Children's program a slam-dunk success. Participants
receive the message that evryone's a winner in the city-
wide Intramural Summer basketball League of Easton.
Express-Times p. B3
Easton, City of - Redevelopment Feb. 9 2007 Feds give Easton agency $500,000. Redevelopment
authority to distribute money in no-interest home
improvement loans.
Express-Times p. A8, illus.
Easton, City of - Redevelopment Jan. 18 2007 Mayor touts Riverwalk. Mitman praises project while
some residents air concerns about condos, bus fumes,
skyline.
Express-Times p. B1
Easton, City of - Redevelopment July 14 2007 Authority moves to condemn 2 homes. Authority to close
two West Ward homes.
Express-Times p. B1 & B6
Easton, City of - Redevelopment July 15 2007 Brewpub project delays. Developer says Pomeroy's
building conversion still should be ready by early spring
2008.
Express-Times p. B1 & B2, illus.
Easton, City of - Redevelopment July 20 2007 Group studies city art needs. Artspace USA takes tour, is
asked for ideas for Silk Mill property off 13th Street.
Express-Times p. B1 & B2
Easton, City of - Redevelopment Sept. 16 2007 Neighbor hopes home gets some attention.Would-be
seller fed up. Easton Redevelopment Authority ready to
act.
Express-Times p. B-1, illus.,B-3
Easton, City of - Streets - Bank
Street
July 11 2007 Council unified on closing Bank Street. Members disagree
on how to pay for improvements.
Express-Times p. B3, illus.
Elections Jan. 14 2007 PTA wants voters out of schools. State law allows county
to use school buildings as polling places. Worries are over
safety of children.
Express-Times p. A1
Electric Utilities Jan. 12 2007 Met-Ed to hike rate 10%. Customers to pay about $5
more per home. PUC allows partial rate hike.
Express-Times p. C8
Emergency Services Jan. 4 2007 Merger of squads nearly complete. A long time coming.
Medic 9, Suburban EMS first spoke about consolidating
services in 2002.
Express-Times p. B-2
Essroc Oct. 24 2007 Essroc cleans up its act. New dome will be home to the
nitty gritty. Company's dust has been the subject of
complaints
Express-Times p. B1
Farmer's Market July 8 2007 Sweet day on Centre Square. Cupcake baked for each
year Easton Farmer's Market has been open.
Express-Times p. B1, illus.
Festivals Aug. 6 2007 Heritage Days bring sweet and sad Express-Times p. B-1, B-2, illus.
Festivals Oct. 3 2007 Going gaga for garlic. Bringing out the best with the
stinkin' Easton fest.
Express-Times p. D-1, D-2, illus.
Festivals Oct. 5 2007 Easton tour showcases everything arts. Express-Times p. E-16
Fires Feb. 28 2007 One person dead in Williams Township fire. Cottage
located on Raubsville Road. House owned by Joel Doddy.
Express-Times p. A1, illus.
Forks Township Aug. 14 2007 Sides clash over proposed 3,000-home development for
Forks Township. Traffic concerns cited.
Express-Times p. B1
Forks Township Aug. 17 2007 Felled trees raise furor. Developer cuts down five maples
that officials say were on Forks Township property.
Express-Times p. A-1, A-2, illus.
Forks Township Dec. 6 2007 Supers doubt squad's future. Ambulance company's
financial ills worries township leaders.
Express-Times p. B-1, B-2
Forks Township Oct. 13 2007 Final phase of industrial park near approval. Fort James
industrial park, Fort James III.
Express-Times p. B-8
Forks Township Oct. 13 2007 Homes on the range ok'd. Driving range owner proposes
development if problem of escaping golf balls can't be
solved.
Express-Times p. B-1, B-2
Forks Township Oct. 21 2007 Path to nowhere through farm. Woman says bike path
not approved for cutting through her property.
Express-Times p. B1
Forks Township Oct. 23 2007 Judge rules grocery store is ok. Resident's group leader
vows to continue fight to keep Weis Market out of Forks
Township.
Express-Times p. B1
Forks Township Sept. 12 2007 Festival features food, music, fun. Forks community days
begins Saturday, continues Sunday.
Express-Times p. B-1, B-2
Forks Township Sept. 21 2007 Township sues man who felled trees. Developer cut down
eight maple trees along Old River Road.
Express-Times p. A-1,2
Forks Township Sept. 26 2007 Forks protest gets the ax. Supervisors declare signs
condemning tree fellings illegal.
Express-Times p. B-1, illus.
Forks Township Sept. 30 2007 Candidates: Forks election crucial. Future zoning decisions
could rest on shoulders of two new supervisors in
township.
Express-Times p. B-1, B-3, illus.
Forks Township Sept. 4 2007 Developer hopes to void Forks zoning laws. Lawyer says
King's Mills 3,000 homes and apartments allowable by
ordinance prior to 1986.
Express-Times p. B2
Forks Township - Police Aug. 26 2007 Police force prepares for the future. According to five-
year assessment, three more police officers will be
needed to cover Forks booming population.
Express-Times p. B1
Forks Township - Police Oct. 31 2007 Officer on leave following his arrest. He's accused of
drunken driving. Officials refuse to release details.
Express-Times p. A-1, A-2
Forks Township - Police Sept. 27 2007 Forks cop waives charge. Township officer accused of
submitting fake PennDOT chemical test warning form.
Express-Times p. B-1, B-12
Gangs Dec. 9 2007 Gangs don't hesitate to turn on their own. It's common
for different sects of the same gang to squabble, officials
say. Murder can be the result.
Express-Times p. A-1, A-2
Gangs Feb. 28 2007 Anti-gang program is set to help inmates to return to
society. Lehigh and Northampton counties to enroll 25
inmates each.
Express-Times p. B2
Gangs July 5 2007 Club battles against gangs. Grant will be used to hire
outreach coordinator for Boys & Girls Club of Easton.
Express-Times p. B1 & B2
Golf Aug. 24 2007 10-year-old claims club title. Samantha Wagner fires a 78
to top the defending Northampton Country Club champ
by a stroke.
Express-Times p. C-1, C-4, illus.
Graffiti Dec. 3 2007 Graffiti tarnishing former Dixie Cup's image. Express-Times p. B-1, B-2, illus.
Groundhog Day Jan. 28 2007 Groundhog tradition grew from ancient Greek roots.
History and origins of the day including local celebrations.
(James Wright article, Looking Back.)
Express-Times p. N3
Guardian Angels Dec. 13 2007 Gearing up to guard Easton. Guardian Angels meet with
residents interested in starting a local chapter to help
battle rise in violent crime.
Express-Times p. A-1, A-2, illus.
Heritage Day July 9 2007 Historic reading twice as nice. Two recite Declaration of
Independence on Heritage Day.
Express-Times p. B1
Heroes Feb. 19 2007 Modest hero simply tried to help child. School custodian,
Joe Corpora, uses Heimlich maneuver to save boy from
choking.
Express-Times A1, illus.
Holmes, Larry Dec. 12 2007 "Underrated" Holmes gets his due. Boxing Hall of Fame,
"Easton Assassin" had unprecedented reign as
heavyweight champ.
Express-Times p. C-3, illus.
Holmes, Larry Dec. 12 2007 Holmes spars with the spotlight again. Ex-boxing champ
relishes Hall call.
Express-Times p. C-1, C-3, illus.
Holmes, Larry Jan. 19 2007 Holmes is boxing champ, businessman and family man.
New documentary focuses on life and times of Easton's
Larry Holmes.
Express-Times p. D1
Housing Jan. 15 2007 Easton public housing in pinch. Federal budget cuts
forcing authorities to find ways to cut back without
sacrificing programs.
Express-Times p. B1
Housing Sept. 15 2007 Going once! Struggling builders putting new homes on the
block. Declining sales, tight credit, soft market require
creativity, price cuts.
Express-Times p. A-1, A-2
Kazoos July 5 2007 Dozens heed kazoo's siren song. Annual Nazareth parade
brings out amateur musicians of all ages.
Express-Times p. A1
Lacrosse Jan. 22 2007 Lacrosse gaining ground in area. Interest enough for
Palmer to split from Forks and form own team.
Express-Times p. B1
Lafayette College Feb. 12 2007 College turns focus to gateway. Last block of North Third
Street could feature restaurant and student lounge by
thte end of 2008.
Express-Times p. A1
Lafayette College July 10 2007 College buys one more building. With the purchase of
223 North Third Street, Lafayette now owns all the
property from Route 22 overpass to bottom of College
Hill.
Express-Times p. B1 & B2, illus.
Lafayette College March 3 2007 Lafayette switches bulb products. Two sophomores light
the way. Club claims Earth-friendly bulbs will save the
college cash.
Express-Times p. B1
Lafayette College Sept. 6 2007 Author lauds Lafayette. David McCullough speaks at
college, which is marking 250th birthday of school's
namesake.
Express-Times p. B-1, B-2, illus.
Lafayette, Marquis de Sept. 23 2007 Marquis de Lafayette had strong ties to Valley. In
"Looking Back" section by James Wright.
Express-Times p. N-3, illus.
Lafayette, Marquis de Sept. 7 2007 Easton toasts Lafayette. Express-Times p. A-1, A-2, illus.
Landfills, Sanitary Dec. 9 2007 Chrin landfill expansion on agenda. Williams Township
supervisors will hold an informational meeting for
residents Thursday.
Express-Times p. B-1, B-3
Lebanon, PA July 1 2007 Trip through Lebanon, Pa., is rich in history. (Looking
Back by James Wright)
Express-Times p. N3, illus.
Lehigh Canal Aug. 19 2007 Canal repairs in the works. Three-phase project. Work on
Easton to raubsville stretch slated to start in September.
Express-Times p. B1
Libraries Aug. 26 2007 Millionaire industrialist left a legacy of libraries. Andrew
Carnegie eventually donated $56 million to create 2,509
libraries worldwide, including the Easton Area Public
Library. (James Wright article, "Looking Back")
Express-Times p. N3, illus.
Lower Saucon Township Dec. 9 2007 Homestead, schoolhouse eligible for historic register. Express-Times p. B-1, B-3
Magicians Sept. 7 2007 Magician raises local interest; assistant woman raised
above theater marquee. Street audience awed.
Express-Times p. A-1, A-2, illus.
March Elementary School Oct. 31 2007 New playground thrills students. Express-Times p. B-5, illus.
Martin Guitar Museum Jan. 1 2007 Martin Guitar Museum hits the right chord. Visitors see
and hear music history in the Upper Nazareth facility.
Express-Times p. B1, illus.
Mental Illness Jan. 12 2007 Reaching out to the forsaken. Presbyterian Church of
Easton among the first in the nation to test course on
addressing the stigmas of mental illness.
Express-Times p. D1
Milford, PA Feb. 11 2007 Pike County hotel catered to presidents and celebrities.
Hotel Fauchere in Milford, PA hosted Andrew Carnegie,
Mae West, Charlie Chaplin, Pearl White and the
Rockefellers. (James Wright article - Looking Back.)
Express-Times p. N3
Mitman, Phil Oct. 25 2007 Easton' mayor tapped for CEO. Mitman to lead Lehigh
Valley Economic Development Corp.
Express-Times p. A1
Motion Pictures Oct. 28 2007 How the mysterious Blob was created in PA. In "Looking
Back" section by James Wright.
Express-Times p. N-3
Murals October
27
2007 Easton mural to capture 'history in a moment.' Artist
Matt Nixon to create mural that will incorporate trains,
canal pioneer, Josiah White.
Express-Times p. B1
Murder Aug. 1 2007 Teen gang member a murderer, faces life in prison.
Qu'eed Batts, 16, guilty of 2006 killing of Clarence "C.J."
Edwards, 16, of Easton.
Express-Times p. A1
Murder Oct. 23 2007 Forks man charged in wife's murder. Toni Ann Pautienus
was strangled.
Express-Times p. A1, illus.
Murder Sept. 15 2007 Easton man shot dead outside Allentown club. Express-Times p. A-1, A-2, illus.
Museums Feb. 18 2007 Small museums play big role in bringing local history to
life.
Express-Times p. A1, illus.
Music Dec. 12 2007 Dog-loving instructor to take a bow (wow.) Shawnee
teacher's music for "The Night before Dog-Mas" to top off
school's holiday concert.
Express-Times p. B-1, B-2, illus.
NAACP Oct. 26 2007 Easton NAACP plans education forum. Community event
held at Greater Shiloh Church. Local NAACP branch plans
future programs.
Express-Times p. B6, illus.
Nazareth Area School District Sept. 7 2007 New place to learn by 2009. Nazareth Area breaks ground
at site of new school.
Express-Times p. B-1, illus.
Nazareth Speedway Oct. 27 2007 Home plans fall off track. Nazareth Speedway back on real
estate market, owner says.
Express-Times p. A-1, illus.
Nazareth, PA Dec. 2 2007 Finally, a name to be proud of. Parcel of Nazareth land
now officially Memorial Square.
Express-Times p.B-1, B-2
Northampton County Oct. 2 2007 Problems plague courthouse. John Stoffa wants new firm
to look at possible blunders in $43 million renovation.
Express-Times p. A-1, A-2, illus.
Northampton County Oct. 7 2007 Overtime doubles salaries. Express-Times p. A-1, A-2
Northampton County Historical
and Genealogical Society
Aug. 14 2007 Panel warms to museum. Bold, modern façade appeals to
majority of commissioners. Residents remain divided.
Express-Times p. B1
Northampton County Historical
and Genealogical Society
Aug. 14 2007 Easton historic panel likes modern vision for museum. Express-Times p. B-3
Northampton County Historical
and Genealogical Society
Aug. 29 2007 Museum's name to include Sigal family name. Former
Sigal's Bridal Gallery will be transformed into the
historical society's new headquarters.
Express-Times p. B5, illus.
Northampton County Historical
and Genealogical Society
July 10 2007 Opinions varied on new museum's look. Architect's plan
for historical site described as "bold" and "highly
inconsistent."
Express-Times p. B1 & B2, illus.
Northampton County Prison Oct. 10 2007 No room, stopgap solutions at prison. Already
overcrowded, Northampton County adds more inmates.
Express-Times p. A-1, A-2
Northampton County Prison Sept. 23 2007 Prisoners top 900 this month. Northampton County
Prison more than 100 over capacity since expanding in
June 2006.
Express-Times p. B-1
Palmer Township Aug. 19 2007 Family fun in Palmer Township. Palmer Community
Weekend celebration includes children's rides, games and
music.
Express-Times p. B1, illus.
Palmer Township Aug. 30 2007 Palmer purchases new electronic scrolling message board
to replace old one at 25th and Northampton Streets.
Express-Times p. B2
Palmer Township Oct. 10 2007 Development raises concern. Palmer residents fear
homes will exacerbate flooding problem. Planners grant
initial approval.
Express-Times p. B-1, B-2
Palmer Township Sept. 26 2007 Housing plan wins approval in Palemer. Express-Times p.B-1, B-3
Parking Jan. 13 2007 Parking meter rates falling, fines rising. Easton residents
and business owners are heard. Hourly meter rate will
roll back from $.75 to $.50.
Express-Times p. A1
Parsons Taylor House July 12 2007 Home Sweet Home, the Parsons Taylor House celebrates
250 years of history and looks forward to another 250.
Express-Times p. D1, illus.
Phillipsburg - Police Jan. 3 2007 Town set to lose its top cop - again. Officers press for
answers on P'burg police chief position.
Express-Times p. B-1, B-2
Pirates Aug. 19 2007 Daring pirates sought treasure on the Delaware River.
Pirates were a real problem to the early government pf
Pennsylvania especially in the lower Delaware River
valley. (James Wright article, "Looking Back")
Express-Times p. N3
Portland, Pa. July 2 2007 Town is afloat year after flood. Water ruined borough.
Businesses back; hard work ends tough times.
Express-Times p. A1, illus.
Postage Stamps Dec. 2 2007 Rare stamp made long journey to Pennsylvania. From
James Wright's column Looking Back.
Express-Times p. N-3, illus.
PPL Sept. 14 2007 Stacks at PPL plant out Saturday. PPL shutting down
generators at Martins Creek plant'; more than NJ DEP had
hoped for.
Express-Times p. A-1, A-2, illus.
Public Health Dec. 7 2007 Bi-county health department wins OK. Northampton
County council votes 7-2 in favor of new agency.
Express-Times p. B-1, B-2
Racism Aug. 26 2007 Man finds racism alive and well in Lehigh Valley. Greater
Shiloh forum addresses issues of discrimination.
Express-Times p. A1, illus.
Racism Sept. 25 2007 Racial slurs discovered in Wilson Express-Times p. B-1
Radio Stations Jan. 24 2007 New direction for WEST? New owner for Easton AM
station, Matthew Braccilli says "Tempo Italiano" show is
safe but gives few other details.
Express-Times p. C8
Recycling Sept. 14 2007 Recycle center set to open. Easton facility will collect
glass, plastic, aluminum and paper.
Express-Times p. B-1, B-2
Restaurants Aug. 21 2007 Tex-Mex, light fare lined up for Easton. Restaurant to
open in October in former Lipkin's furniture building.
Express-Times p. B2
Restaurants Aug. 24 2007 Pair opening Irish pub on Third Street. Slainte Irish Pub. Express-Times p. B-1, B-3, illus.
Restaurants Sept. 29 2007 Taste Budz closing; new eatery opening. Current owner
planning celebration today. New owner will feature her
mom's Italian food.
Express-Times p. B-5, illus.
Robberies Aug. 22 2007 Robber hits Easton bank. Downtown PNC held up; suspect
on the loose.
Express-Times p. A1, illus.
Sawmills July 15 2007 Early sawmills buzzed through lumber trade. (Looking
Back by James Wright)
Express-Times p. N3, illus.
Schools Jan. 29 2007 Memories up for sale in Forks Township. Former one-
room Butler School on Newlins Mill Road up for sale.
Hopes are for historical group to purchase building.
Express-Times p. A1
Sewerage Oct. 15 2007 Excess capacity Wilson windfall. Borough profits by selling
off what it can't use to its neighbors.
Express-Times p. B-1, B-3
Shawnee Middle School Aug. 25 2007 Students and families tour the new Shawnee Middle
School. Will open for the 2007 school year.
Express-Times p. A1, illus.
Shawnee Middle School Aug. 28 2007 New school gets high marks. Shawnee students check out
$80M building.
Express-Times p. B1, illus.
Sleds Dec. 13 2007 Sled at your own risk. Easton decides to lift ban but will
post warning signs.
Express-Times p. B-1, B-6
Sleds Dec. 6 2007 Mayor: Sledding ban meant to protect city. Express-Times p. A-1, A-2
Snow Feb. 18 2007 Winter of 1835-36 brought crushing burden of snow, ice.
(James Wright - Looking Back)
Express-Times p. N3
Spouses Aug. 12 2007 Living life as a Valley official's better half. Leaders'
spouses spill about what it takes to play part in politics.
Express-Times p.A-1, A-2, illus.
Stark, Harold R. Jan. 14 2007 Pennsylvania admiral, Harold R. Stark saw career fade
after Pearl Harbor. (Article by James Wright - Looking
Back.)
Express-Times p. N3
Stores, Retail Oct. 14 2007 Shops see slow start with late nights. Downtown Easton
merchants hope for improved foot traffic during extended
Friday hours.
Express-Times p. A-1, A-2, illus.
Supermarkets Feb. 16 2007 Supervisors OK store plan. 3-2 vote, Opponents of the
Weis supermarket have raised traffic concerns with
PennDOT.
Express-Times p. B1
Supermarkets Jan. 12 2007 Weis in the pink, but not literally. Forks Township
planners okay market but with conditions on the building
color.
Express-Times p. B1
Taverns July 22 2007 18th century tavern a stop for General Sullivan. Heller's
Tavern wasone of the oldest and most important taverns
in the history of Northampton County.
Express-Times p. N3, illus.
Tourism Dec. 3 2007 Easton will welcome ambassadors soon. Funding almost
complete for program that will have people directing
Downtown visitors.
Express-Times p. B-1, B-2
Transportation Jan. 15 2007 Rail service hope picks up steam; meeting Tuesday.
Critics say widening Route 22, not commuter trains way
to solve Valley's traffic congestion.
Express-Times p. A1
Trees Aug. 25 2007 Expert assesses eight trees knocked down to "improve
view" of Delaware River in Forks Township. Township
considers civil suit against developer Gary Strausser.
Express-Times p. B1
Victaulic Feb. 10 2007 Victaulic negotiations fail. Company rejects latest union
offer. Union charges company walked out on mediator.
Express-Times p. A6
Voting Oct. 5 2007 County wins school polling place lawsuit. Judge rules
Easton district can't close buildings despite security
concerns.
Express-Times p. B-1, B-2
Warren County - Streets Jan. 21 2007 Signs tell us where we are and who we admire. War
heroes and movie stars inspire street names in Alpha,
Phillipsburg and Huntington sections. (James Wright -
Looking Back.)
Express-Times p. N3
Warren Hospital Oct. 3 2007 Maternity ward closing Jan. 1. Warren Hospital is
expected to save $1.8 million. It is planning to refer
patients to Easton Hospital.
Express-Times p. A-1, A-2, illus.
Warren Hospital Oct. 7 2007 Saying bye, bye to babies. Express-Times p. A-1, A-2, illus.
Washington, George July 8 2007 Washington once walked Lehigh Valley roads. (Looking
Back by James Wright)
Express-Times p. N3, illus.
Werner, William H. Sept. 30 2007 Valley naturalist has national reputation. In "Looking
Back" column by James Wright.
Express-Times p. N-3
West Easton Sept. 29 2007 Reda property may see redo. Ashley Development
considering offer to sell West Easton property; no
decision
made yet.
Express-Times p. A-1, A-2, illus.
Williams Township Aug. 5 2007 Trees gave village of Cedarville its fragrant-sounding
name. (James Wright article, "Looking Back")
Express-Times p. N3, illus.
Wilson Borough Oct. 4 2007 Wilson business owners fighting back. Borough's first-ever
business association formed to raise awareness, share
ideas.
Express-Times p. B-3, illus.
Wilson Borough - Police Feb. 18 2007 Taking a step forward. Wilson Borough Police
Department to begin two-year process toward state
accreditation.
Express-Times p. B1, illus.
Wilson School District Oct. 16 2007 Board tough on gangs. Wilson Area School District now
has policy that gives administrators power to discipline.
Express-Times p. B-1, B-2
Wolbach, Stewart Oct. 31 2007 Man fixes Tonkas for the memories. Stewart Wolbach's
collection takes men back to childhood.
Express-Times p. A-1, illus.
Wood Carving July 8 2007 Carving a place for slate tribute. Pen Argyl man creates
wooden statue from remains of tree trunk.
Express-Times p. A1, illus.