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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!
Public Works Director Tom Henshaw told Borough Council July 2 that the Hellertown Pool has been plagued by everything from unruly children to thefts in recent weeks.
The mercury is forecast to climb to 100 degrees Saturday and an Excessive Heat Warning has been issued by the National Weather Service.
On July 2, Hellertown Public Works Director Tom Henshaw thanked the City of Bethlehem for sending a truck to help complete a route while both of the borough's trucks were out of service.
The Saucon Valley Halloween Parade will be known as the "Saucon Valley Spirited Community Parade" to facilitate a 2013 partnership with the Four County Firemen's Parade.
Hellertown Public Works Director Tom Henshaw told Borough Council July 2 that an excessive bacteria count at the pool's splash pad was successfully dealt with within a day.
Material Recovery LLC would relocate and remove slag from the Thomas Iron Works site, Hellertown Borough Council solicitor Michael Corriere said July 2.
Residents of Hellertown will be able to receive an e-newsletter from the Borough simply by signing up at HellertownBorough.org.
The free seminar will be held at the Southern Lehigh Public Library Wednesday evening.
The following Hellertown area students have been named to Dean's Lists at their respective colleges and universities.
A seven-year-old Chi Chi Poo, Lily won the hearts of Hellertown Patch readers with her sweet face and red, white and blue outfit.
Shortly before 9pm, Bethlehem and Hellertown police as well as firefighters were at the scene of a traffic accident at the on-ramp to I-78 eastbound on Route 412.
Shortly before 9pm, Hellertown and Bethlehem police as well as firefighters were at the scene of a traffic accident at the on-ramp to I-78 eastbound on Route 412.
Lower Saucon Township Police say a report of an armed man on Pleasant View Road Monday was not accurate. The man who made the report is reportedly receiving a psychological evaluation.
Too hot to wear clothing? Take a trip to Sunny Rest Resort.
Switchback Pizza Company will open a booth at the Saucon Valley Farmers' Market in Hellertown on Sunday, July 15.
The following information was supplied by the Lower Saucon Township Police Department. Where arrests or charges are mentioned, it does not indicate a conviction.
Are you a "yard sale junkie?" Whether you love to shop at yard sales or plan to host your own, be sure to take advantage of Patch's convenient Events Calendar.
PennDOT has announced the following scheduled road work in the Saucon Valley area.
The following Saucon Valley residents were named to the Dean's List at Ithaca College in Ithaca, N.Y. for the spring 2012 semester.
The festival will continue through mid-August with mid-week morning showings at Rave Cinemas Promenade 16 in Upper Saucon Township.
