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  • 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!

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Hellertown Resident Named to RPI Dean's List

Katrina Bohnhorst of Hellertown was named to the spring 2013 dean's list at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute in Troy, N.Y.

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Driver Damaged Fire Hydrant, Police Say

An Allentown man is charged with leaving the scene of an accident, Lower Saucon Township Police said.

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5 Tips for Your Musikfest Visit

Did you know you can reserve Musikfest parking? And what to do with those extra food and beverage tickets.

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LVIA Adds Non-Stop Flight to Punta Gorda on Allegiant

Allegiant Air will offer non-stop flights to Punta Gorda in southwest Florida from Lehigh Valley International Airport starting at the end of October.

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