Upper Saucon, PA|News|
Pa. Puppy Mills Lack Oversight, Audit Shows
Pennsylvania's auditor general says enforcement of the state's 2008 dog law has been weak.
Josh Popichak, Patch Staff
Josh Popichak, Patch Staff
- Hellertown-Lower Saucon, PA
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E-mail: Josh.Popichak@patch.com
Phone: 610-216-6043
Unlike many younger (and older) editors, I never went to J-school (that's "journalism school" for those of you who don't use the new media lingo). Most journalism schools are part of medium or large universities, and as a graduate of a large high school I wanted to downsize my education when I went away to college. That was one of the reasons I chose to attend Bates, a liberal arts college in Maine rooted in the traditions of egalitarianism. As a "Batesie" I majored in history and became the features editor for our school newspaper, The Student, before graduating and leaving the beautiful state of Maine behind in 1999. I returned to Pennsylvania and spent several eye-opening years exploring other fields and potential career paths, before feeling called to write and edit again. That was in 2005, when I joined the team at the Saucon News and began to cover Hellertown and Lower Saucon Township as full-time reporter.
On a personal level, I have always been a bit of a newshound and I think that's because I'm constantly trying to understand how the events of today are shaped and influenced by our shared history. I like to think that I have a curious mind, which is a trait I believe every journalist should have.
Right now I'm looking forward to learning a lot more about the Saucon Valley, including more about its history, its present, and its future, and I sincerely hope you'll join me on this journey!
Posting Activity
Hellertown-Lower Saucon|News|
Why Was Stonesthrow Road Tarred and Chipped? [Letter]
A Lower Saucon Township resident is questioning why Stonesthrow Road was tarred and chipped this week.
Josh Popichak, Patch Staff
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Hellertown-Lower Saucon|News|
Alleged Lewdness at Pool, Counterfeiting Arrest Top Local News
A Freemansburg man allegedly pulling down his shorts at the Hellertown Pool and the arrest of another man for allegedly passing counterfeit $20 bills topped the local headlines this week.
Josh Popichak, Patch Staff
Upper Saucon, PA|News|
Cell Tower Proposal, Alleged Fracas at Restaurant Top Local News
A proposal by AT&T to build a cell tower on Preston Lane in Upper Saucon Township and a man's alleged violent outburst at a popular local restaurant topped the headlines this week.
Josh Popichak, Patch Staff
Hellertown-Lower Saucon|News|
Who's Hiring: DiMaio's, Busy Hellertown Salon
Are you looking for a job? Look no further! These local businesses are hiring.
Josh Popichak, Patch Staff
Upper Saucon, PA|News|
Who's Hiring: Scott Powersports, ServiceMaster
Are you looking for a job? Look no further! These local businesses are hiring.
Josh Popichak, Patch Staff
Upper Saucon, PA|News|
Solehi Second Grade Class Larger Than Expected
Second grade class sizes of about 26 students are expected next year, Southern Lehigh Superintendent Leah Christman told the school board.
Josh Popichak, Patch Staff
Hellertown-Lower Saucon|News|
New Section of Rail Trail Opens in Upper Saucon
Part of "Phase II" of the Saucon Rail Trail in Upper Saucon Township has opened. The newly opened section stretches from Upper Saucon Township Community Park to Passer Road.
Josh Popichak, Patch Staff
Upper Saucon, PA|News|
Pa. Residents on Disability Up 50% Since 2003
Older workers with low levels of education and long careers in physically demanding jobs are more likely to qualify for disability in Pa.
Josh Popichak, Patch Staff
Upper Saucon, PA|News|
Saucon Rail Trail Now Open to Passer Road
Part of "Phase II" of the Saucon Rail Trail in Upper Saucon Township has opened.
Josh Popichak, Patch Staff
Upper Saucon, PA|News|
Celebrate Peruvian Independence at Pacifico Restaurant
A Peruvian independence celebration will be held Saturday from 8:30 p.m. to 2 a.m. at Pacifico Tapas Bar and Restaurant in the Promenade Shops at Saucon Valley.
Josh Popichak, Patch Staff
Hellertown-Lower Saucon|News|
Driver Caused Accident at Linden and Easton, Police Say
Hellertown Police say a Williams Township man caused an accident when he failed to obey a stop sign.
Josh Popichak, Patch Staff
Upper Saucon, PA|News|
Man Caused Violent Scene at Restaurant, Police Say
Michael A. Delaney, 29, of Kent, Wash., is facing numerous charges related to an alleged incident at Melt restaurant in The Promenade Shops at Saucon Valley.
Josh Popichak, Patch Staff
Upper Saucon, PA|News|
Community Outreach Benefit Will Help Local Families in Need
Josh Popichak, Patch Staff
Hellertown-Lower Saucon|News|
Sun Glare Cited in Black River-Bingen Crash
Lower Saucon Township Police say a motorist blamed sun glare for an accident she allegedly caused at the intersection of Black River and Bingen roads.
Josh Popichak, Patch Staff
Upper Saucon, PA|News|
I-78 Stop in U. Saucon Leads to Drug Charges
A vehicle stop on I-78 in Upper Saucon Township led to charges for a New Jersey man.
Josh Popichak, Patch Staff
Hellertown-Lower Saucon|News|
Dog Poop Bag Dispenser Damaged
The bag receptacle along the Saucon Rail Trail in Hellertown has since been repaired.
Josh Popichak, Patch Staff
