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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!
The annual free turkey dinner is available to senior citizens living in Hellertown or Lower Saucon Township. Reservations must be made by Nov. 19, and seating is limited.
Also making headlines: Executive director of Young People in Recovery accused of drug possession, dozens march in 'Marriage Equality' rally and Montgomery County official wins mustache award.
Also making headlines: Executive director of Young People in Recovery accused of drug possession, dozens march in 'Marriage Equality' rally and Montgomery County official wins mustache award.
Are you looking for a job? Look no further! These local businesses are hiring!
Are you looking for a job? Look no further! These local businesses are hiring!
An Upper Black Eddy man who collided head-on with another vehicle near Springtown Hill and Mount Pleasant roads blamed the accident on wet leaves, according to Lower Saucon Township police.
St. John's UCC Church will hold its "Gigantic Flea Market" this Saturday, Nov. 9, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the church, 538 E. Thomas St., Coopersburg.
'Scouting for Food,' a food drive organized by local Cub and Boy Scout troops, will pick up donations from Southern Lehigh residents on Saturday, Nov. 9.
A 30-page report from a fact-finder appointed by the Pennsylvania Labor Relations Board to help settle a contract impasse between the Saucon Valley School District and its teachers was released Friday and posted on the district's website.
Hellertown Police say a Saylorsburg woman was charged with possession of a controlled substance and possession of drug paraphernalia after she was allegedly found to be in possession of a used crack pipe and wire mesh.
A 2001 Kawasaki Ninja motorcycle was stolen late Wednesday or early Thursday from the area of Chestnut Street in Hellertown.
Hellertown Borough Council members unanimously voted Monday to approve and advertise a preliminary 2014 budget.
Two undefeated Southern Lehigh youth football teams will compete in the Colonial League championships Saturday in Williams Township.
A 71-year-old Wyomissing woman wasn't injured in a Halloween hit-and-run accident near mile marker 63.4 in Lower Saucon Township, but state police at Belfast said the driver's door of her vehicle as damaged.
Giant Food Stores also announced the opening of a Peapod by Giant fulfillment center in Coopersburg that will serve customers in the Southern Lehigh area and Bucks County.
Saucon Valley teachers have rejected the recommendations made in a state Labor Relations Board-appointed fact-finder's report that was recently drafted to help settle a contract dispute.
Wayne M. Klotz, 73, of Bethlehem, died Sunday, Nov. 3, 2013 at St. Luke’s University Hospital, Fountain Hill. Among his survivors is a daughter, Susan Carregal, and her husband Rob, of Hellertown.
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Join Santa's parade to light the mall's outdoor holiday tree.
Join Santa's parade to light the mall's outdoor holiday tree.
A bank-owned property at 2077 Schwab Ave. in Steel City was found to be in violation of a Lower Saucon Township ordinance that regulates the height of grass and weeds, according to police.
