Landfill Hearing, Shelving of Traffic Light Plan Top Local News

2 Squarely-Opposed Sides Face Off at Landfill Hearing
At a hearing held Wednesday, comments revealed a sharp divide between opponents and supporters of a proposed rezoning amendment that would pave the way for an expansion by IESI Bethlehem Landfill on Applebutter Road in Lower Saucon Township.

Plan Shelved for Traffic Light at Polk Valley Road, Rt. 412
Saucon Valley motorists shouldn't expect to see a traffic light installed at Polk Valley Road and Route 412 anytime soon.

Sign-Ups for 2013 Spirit Parade 'Extremely Low,' Organizer Says
Participants are needed for the 2013 Saucon Valley Spirit Parade on Oct. 20.

Conviction Upheld for L. Saucon Man Who Threatened Elementary School Shooting
Anthony Elonis of Lower Saucon Township was convicted on federal charges after threatening to blow up Dorney Park and carry out a shooting at a local elementary school.

School Board's Scrutiny of Electives Questioned
At the Saucon Valley School Board meeting held Tuesday night, high school art teacher Sandra Eckert received loud applause when she spoke out in favor of elective courses that some fear will be cut.

IESI Has 'Hoodwinked' L. Saucon Residents: Letter to the Editor
Lee Weidner of Hellertown says many Lower Saucon Township residents have been 'hoodwinked' by IESI Bethlehem Landfill, which is seeking permission to expand its facility along Applebutter Road in the township.

Council OKs Beer Tent at October Family Weekend
Beer drinkers can celebrate the fact that the suds will likely flow at a tent in Dewey Fire Company's parking lot during the planned Family Weekend Oct. 19-20.

E. Saucon Street Woman Resisted Arrest, Police Say
Hellertown Police say April Levy, of the first block of E. Saucon Street, was 'highly intoxicated' when she allegedly resisted arrest, after officers were called to her home.

Photo: IESI Bethlehem Landfill (file photo)