
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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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.
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According to new data from the Lehigh Valley Justice Institute, higher than ever numbers of suicide attempts and mental health issues among middle and high school students now exist. The group says data showed one in nine Pennsylvania teenagers attempted suicide in 2021, and two in five were depressed.
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After a tense commissioners meeting, Lehigh Valley will provide a $200,000 line in next year's budget to try to prevent homelessness.
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The Goodman building, which was involved in lawsuits, is now getting millions of dollars for a facelift.
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A man is in custody facing over a dozen charges in a fatal crash. The district attorney alleges street racing was involved.
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Certain doses of the ADHD drug Adderall are in short supply. Experts from the Lehigh Valley share their perspectives on causes and complications.
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Community Action Lehigh Valley members say they aim to reduce barriers in the region, but there are still many to overcome.
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More than 100 teens gathered to learn and to share tips on how to deal with tough times.
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"Starstruck: A Microcosm of America" shines a light on Bethlehem's emblematic position in U.S. history.
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Republican gubernatorial candidate Doug Mastriano expresses some far-right views that appealed to some Easton conservatives.
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A panel of young people, ranging from middle-school-aged to college, shared their thoughts on mental health and health care in a conference organized by Lehigh Valley Reilly Children's Hospital. They all had one thing in common — direct experience.
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Amid accusations of sexual harassment, the former mayor is out — and four candidates are in the running.
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If you get a special card in the mail, it means your mailperson can pick up food donations from your home, and take it straight to the food bank.
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The final steel beam, signed by people in the community, was placed today, marking a milestone in its construction. It's set to officially open in 2024.
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The project promises to connect counties, offer a trail through nature and speed things up for emergency responders — using old railroads.
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At a gala held by The Literacy Center, three former graduates shared their progress and challenges.
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The developer, with strong ties to the Lehigh Valley, plans to turn the corner property into a restaurant — with at least one hot dog on the menu.
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The new building is billed as a "future-forward" model of sustainability, and generates most of the electricity it uses. At the unveilling, faculty and administration reflected on the college's legacy.
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The games at Liberty High were dedicated to a longtime supporter and announcer of the games, Rick Agretto, who celebrated his 40th anniversary Thursday.
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The incentive is worth up to $150. Lehigh County commissioners applauded the move, but warned that it won't single-handedly create more volunteer firefighters.
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Community leaders gathered to walk around — literally — and brainstorm ways to make things safer for those who don't drive. The effort will last into the fall and involves several communities in Lehigh and Northampton counties.
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In its first meeting since raising borough property taxes more than 100%, Catasauqua Borough Council faced the wrath of the public Monday.