Small Business News

Ten farms in the Greater Lehigh Valley have joined the Lehigh Valley Food System Coalition to develop a sustainable food infrastructure for organizations in the region. The mission: Combat food insecurity throughout the Lehigh Valley. According to the United Way of the Greater Lehigh Valley, 1 in 10 people locally are food insecure.

The restoration of the Macungie Pub continues, with a projected summer opening after a restaurant lease has been signed

A month after hosting President Joe Biden, Nowhere Coffee Co. has temporarily shuttered its second location due to water damage in its cafe.

It's Valentine's Day again, but if you're on your own, or you just don't buy into the lovey-dovey stuff, don't worry — these Lehigh Valley businesses have got your back.

Businesses across Downtown Easton are pairing up for "A Match Made in Easton," a special promotion created so shoppers can present a receipt from one business to a partner business for a discount or exclusive item.

Nowhere Coffee Co. co-owners Juan and Lauren Vargas will open their planned roastery in the Allentown area after a permit denial in Upper Macungie.

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Nowhere Coffee Co. co-owners Juan and Lauren Vargas spoke at the Upper Macungie Township supervisors meeting Thursday about their frustration over what they said was a system not set up for small business owners.

Porters' Pub, a beloved bar which served as a launching point for the revitalization of Easton, has been passed on to a local couple with a strong connection to the community.

Nonprofit groups are allowed to apply for $10,000 to $50,000 in funding. But the applicant doesn't necessarily have to be a nonprofit, it just needs to serve the city, officials said.

The Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber of Commerce celebrated local businesses and chamber president Tony Iannelli at its annual meeting.

The free program, which kicks off Thursday at The Caring Place in Allentown, will range in offerings for kids as young as 6 years old and all the way up to young adults.

Restaurants and small businesses are giving veterans free food, drinks and discounts this year to celebrate Veterans Day.

A change to the state's corporate net income tax, will allow Pennsylvania to woo new businesses and help create jobs, local business leaders say.

Weekly neighborhood West Ward Market sees success and shares plans to return in 2023. Organizers value inclusivity with ideas for every age group from tots to seniors.

270 years of fresh veggies and baked goods sold in Easton open air market

Lehigh Valley Wedding Café, connecting engaged couples with wedding professionals in various fields, will hold a grand opening celebration 4-8 p.m. Oct. 17 at 1403 Center St. in Bethlehem.

Ciao! Sandwich Shoppe continues to expand its Lehigh Valley footprint with a third location on in Easton’s College Hill neighborhood.

Mikey’s, named after Jamaican-born owner Michael Frazer, serves popular Jamaican entrees such as ackee and saltfish, brown stewed chicken, barbecue shrimp, curry goat, jerk pork and oxtail.

Halloween spending in the United States is expected to reach a record $10.6 billion, but Lehigh Valley stores offer ways to save money.

Rosanna’s Restaurant, which temporarily closed in February, is expected to reopen in the winter as a modern deli and bar, Rosa's Corner, at 2 E. Broad St. in Bethlehem.