Julian Abraham
ReporterI’m a general assignment reporter for LehighValleyNews.com, but have a special interest in all things quirky, crime, or meaningful. I joined Lehigh Valley Public Media in 2022 after completing a master’s degree at Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism. Before that, I reported for CTV News Atlantic in Canada and spent some time in commercial radio. I also hold a bachelor’s degree in journalism from the University of King’s College, and a bachelor’s in criminology from Saint Mary’s University in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada. I love my job, but when I’m not at work I enjoy fitness, humor, meditation and playing drums. Contact me at JulianA@lehighvalleynews.com or 610-984-8185.
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An altercation between groups of people at a Taco Bell and Autozone in Allentown led to gunfire and one death. One man has been deemed not criminally responsible, and another has been charged with attempted homicide. -
After an anonymous phone call and a back-door drop-off, Ice Cream World has its beloved hotdog sign back.
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After an outbreak earlier this month among the Humane Society's shelter dogs, the organization says it's now safe to adopt their animals. They are set to re-open to the public on July 1.
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Workers at a Starbucks store at Northampton Crossings are the latest to join a strike timed to Pride month, alleging unfair labor practices and disputes with the company over LGBTQ+ displays in stores. While striking, workers say they were kicked off of Starbucks property, with police involved.
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According to the Lehigh County elections office, the candidate has moved out of the area.
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The Good Work Farm in Upper Nazareth Township is the most recent preservation project by the Northampton County government — 250 and counting. Pennsylvania leads the country in preserved farmland.
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LANTA is taking steps to improve the frequency of routes on its main lines. Some riders say it's still not good enough. The transit authority, however, says even after just one week it's noticing improvements.
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Senator Bob Casey visited the chemical and gas company Air Products at its headquarters. Company engineers took him for a drive in a new hydrogen-powered Toyota.
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Drum bands, motorcycles, inspiring speeches and more helped Easton celebrate the anniversary of emancipation.
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The new flight route, operated by Allegiant Air, was apparently created due to high demand.
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As of now, you technically can be imprisoned for not paying a parking ticket in Allentown — but 'not on my watch,' says board chair Ted Zeller.
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The daughter of the current owner, who has worked there for more than 20 years, reflects on seeing her community grow up.
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The township's board of comissioners quickly moved to pass their permits on Monday.
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Mayor Mayor Michael Harakal Jr. was accused of sexual harassment in 2021. As part of the ensuing settlement, the township's government now has a new sexual harassment policy.
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The Free Migration Project says it's in 'productive conversations' with LVHN to prevent woman's "medical deportation."
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The specialty flight company MedEscort says it has "repatriated" over 6,000 patients to more than 100 countries. Critics say they're profiting from "medical deportations." The company challenges the phrase, and denies pressuring the family.
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Patient advocates protested Wednesday outside Lehigh Valley Health Network's Cedar Crest Campus.
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Candidates filed petitions ahead of Tuesday's deadline to appear on primary ballots in Lehigh and Northampton counties.
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New Jersey-based 'Manhattan Building Company' presented the project in Allentown City Hall tonight. It's called Riverview Lofts II.
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The art show is hosted by Lehigh University Art Galleries and features pieces of Buddhist art from thousands of years ago.
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The American Civil Liberties Union sent an open letter to the Saucon Valley Middle School.
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Marc Muffley was arrested at his home in Lansford, Carbon County, on Monday night. A hearing is set for Thursday afternoon in federal court in Allentown on charges that include possessing an explosive device at an airport.
