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Man fatally shot by police in Northampton County is identified

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Olympic medalist Marty Nothstein, a former Lehigh County commissioner, admits harassing ex-girlfriend and gets probation

Nothstein, 55, of Orefield, pleaded guilty Monday to misdemeanor offenses of trespassing, disorderly conduct and harassment.

Marty Nothstein gives his concession speech to supporters after Susan Wild claimed victory. Nothstein was running for Pennsylvania’s 7th congressional district and gathered with supporters Tuesday, November 6, 2018 at the Best Western in Bethlehem. Rick Kintzel / The Morning Call

A Pennsylvania State Police vehicle parked in Center City Philadelphia. (Tom Gralish/The Philadelphia Inquirer/TNS)

Man fatally shot by police in Northampton County is identified

People go through the TSA checkpoint Tuesday, Oct. 14, 2025, at Lehigh Valley International Airport in Hanover Township, Lehigh County. Ryan Mackenzie visited the airport to thank local federal workers and discuss the ongoing federal government shutdown. (April Gamiz/The Morning Call)

Is ICE assisting with security checkpoints at Allentown airport?

Cristabelle Braden is a Southern Lehigh graduate who suffered a traumatic brain injury as a teenager. A singer-songwriter, she started the nonprofit Hope Survives to help others with brain injuries. (Michael Rapak/Contributed photo)

This Lehigh Valley native went from dealing with a traumatic brain injury to helping others with theirs

People take shelter from the rain Monday, March 16, 2026, in Bethlehem. (Amy Shortell/The Morning Call)

Lehigh Valley drought conditions improve but persist

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LVH-Cedar Crest cited by state for using pepper spray against violent patient in incident that highlights hospital security concerns
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Lehigh Valley food safety report: Mice in kitchen, dirty knives, don’t eat where you cook
Lehigh Valley basketball legend Michelle Marciniak gets a new job
Lehigh Valley basketball legend Michelle Marciniak gets a new job
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Vote for Athlete of the Week: Here are this week’s nominees
Looking for a new home? Beware of ‘housefishing,’ Lehigh Valley Realtor warns
Looking for a new home? Beware of ‘housefishing,’ Lehigh Valley Realtor warns
Man fatally shot by police in Northampton County is identified
Man fatally shot by police in Northampton County is identified
Hellertown food scene grows as barbecue concept finds new location
Hellertown food scene grows as barbecue concept finds new location
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When will work begin on new I-78 interchange at Adams Road? Here’s the timeline
Olympic medalist Marty Nothstein, a former Lehigh County commissioner, admits harassing ex-girlfriend and gets probation
Olympic medalist Marty Nothstein, a former Lehigh County commissioner, admits harassing ex-girlfriend and gets probation
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National Crayon Day | PHOTOS

On National Crayon Day hundreds of crayon lovers will celebrate with the Crayola Experience, kicking off the brand’s Million Crayon Giveaway by creating their free, one-of-a-kind crayon box.

Sports

Basketball legend Michelle Marciniak met with fans at the Celebration of Women in Sport program that was part of the US Women’s Open golf tournament at Saucon Valley Country Club in July of 2009. The former Allentown Central Catholic star has been voted the new CEO of the Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame in Knoxville, Tennessee. (Monica Cabrera/ The Morning Call)

Lehigh Valley basketball legend Michelle Marciniak gets a new job

The former Allentown Central Catholic star has had many leadership positions on and off the court

Things to Do

Leannish Velez, 2, scoops up eggs during an Easter egg hunt on Easter Sunday, April 20, 2025, at Stevens Park in Allentown. (Amy Shortell/The Morning Call)

Meet the Easter bunny, hunt for eggs and celebrate Easter at these Lehigh Valley events

Celebrate Easter at these events in and around the Lehigh Valley.

National Crayon Day | PHOTOS

On National Crayon Day hundreds of crayon lovers will celebrate with the Crayola Experience, kicking off the brand’s Million Crayon Giveaway by creating their free, one-of-a-kind crayon box.
Bethlehem Cherry Blossom Festival 2026 | PHOTOS
3rd No Kings protests held around Lehigh Valley on Saturday | PHOTOS
Faces in the Crowd: The IronPigs play their season opener against the Toledo Mud Hens | PHOTOS
Lehigh Valley IronPigs Season opener against Toledo Mud Hens | PHOTOS
The Lehigh Valley Charter High School for the Arts hosts Jazz Cafe | PHOTOS
Bethlehem gets in St. Patrick’s Day spirit with Parade of Shamrocks | PHOTOS

Opinion

Kindergartners have lunch in the school’s cafeteria on the first day of classes in 2025 at Kernsville Elementary School in North Whitehall Township. Advocates want Bethlehem schools to offer free lunch. (April Gamiz/The Morning Call)

Letters: Lehigh Valley school district should adopt free food program

Letters: No student should have to carry the shame of accruing lunch debt.

Crime and Public Safety

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Man admits to shooting himself with stolen gun in Northampton County, police say

A 25-year-old told told Forks Township police he had been shot by someone, but later...

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Business

A television on the floor at the New York Stock Exchange shows shows President Donald Trump speaking.

Trump’s go-to moves to influence the markets are increasingly falling flat as the Iran war drags on

Just 38% of U.S. adults approve of how he's handling the economy, a poll found.

Pennsylvania News

Pennsylvania’s capitol building in Harrisburg on the morning of Election Day. Nov. 3, 2020. (Amanda Berg / For Spotlight PA)

The 2026 primaries likely to shape the Pennsylvania House and Senate

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National News

This is a locator map for Iraq with its capital, Baghdad. (AP Photo)

US journalist kidnapped in Baghdad and security forces hunt captors, Iraqi officials say

A spokesperson for the U.S. Embassy in Baghdad declined to comment.

Allentown

People protest as part of the No Kings protest at Emrick Boulevard and William Penn Highway on Saturday, March 28, 2026, in Bethlehem Township. Lehigh Valley activists said they hoped Saturday’s protests would become a tipping point in the anti-Trump movement, with thousands expected to participate in events locally and millions nationwide. (Jane Therese/Special to The Morning Call)

3rd No Kings protests held around Lehigh Valley on Saturday | PHOTOS

See photos from the third round of No Kings protests held around the Lehigh Valley...

Bethlehem Area

Narumi Fukuoka of Emmaus and Matthew Wernsteiger of Lyons Station and Kimberly Patterson of Reading perform during the Bethlehem-Tondabayashi Sister City Commission’s annual Cherry Blossom Festival on Saturday, March 28, 2026, at the Garden of Serenity in Bethlehem. The festival featured Japanese music, food, origami and tea ceremonies. (Jane Therese/Special to The Morning Call)

Bethlehem Cherry Blossom Festival 2026 | PHOTOS

The Bethlehem Tondabayashi Sister City Commission's annual Cherry Blossom Festival was held Saturday. See photos.