Will Oliver
Bethlehem Area reporterI cover the city of Bethlehem and its surrounding area for LehighValleyNews.com. I worked previously as a staff writer turned managing editor at The Houston Home Journal in Perry, Georgia. Before that, I worked as a co-host for the Morning Show on 94.7 WTBF-FM out of Troy, Alabama. During my time in the multimedia journalism program at Troy University, I contributed to the student-run publication, The Tropolitan, and had my undergraduate capstone project printed on the front page of The Montgomery Advertiser. I enjoy drumming, disc golf, going to concerts and trying to cook. My dog, Bella, and I would love to meet you. Give me a call at 610-984-8220 or shoot me an email at willo@lehighvalleynews.com.
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Bethlehem City Councilwoman Kiera Wilhelm said, “This is not about personal gain, but about fair compensation for future council members, as well as future controller and mayor." -
A Bethlehem developer wants to construct 70 apartments above ground-level commercial space and parking at 701-719 N. New St. An amendment to the zoning map will be required to build as proposed.
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Mayor J. William Reynolds announced Thursday he's running for a chance at another term at mayor. Reynolds, a Democrat, said that while he's excited for another shot at the job, the successes of the past four years have been a group effort.
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Bethlehem Police Chief Michelle Kott said her department would remain “laser-focused on trying to provide the best quality public safety services to our community” — even with continuing uncertainty out of Washington, D.C.
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Three Bethlehem residents face hundreds of charges related to a scheme that involves over 130 victims in the Lehigh Valley and surrounding areas. If you believe you’ve been a victim of such a scheme, Bethlehem police ask you to call 610-997-7682.
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Unable to fly and rescued from Saucon Park on Thursday, the female bald eagle was set for a 10-day quarantine at the Wilderz at Pocono Wildlife in Hamilton Township, Monroe County. The mother bird died early Friday at the wildlife center.
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Ecopax, a local manufacturer of sustainable packaging, is set for an addition at its Easton Road operation at Lehigh Valley Industrial Park lots 53 and 54.
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You can expect quick, savory food for sale at the new spot just across from the Allentown Transportation Center — think bacon egg and cheese, bagels, steak sandwiches, chicken salad and BLTs.
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The Bethlehem City Planning Commission on Thursday gave a 4-0 nod to the land development review for the three-story, 93,500-square-foot expansion with a rooftop helipad. Construction is expected to take more than two-and-a-half years.
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Also citing presidential executive orders, NASD could up going over its coursework with a fine-tooth comb.
- Bethlehem-based nonprofits eligible for up to $75,000 in post-pandemic aid
- Bethlehem's Friendship Park in line for $1.8M overhaul; city unveils 10-year parks plan
- Plan for apartments on top of old Main Street Bethlehem Woolworth store still up in the air
- Coming off a strong year, Hellertown Area Library director envisions more success ahead
- Bethlehem shows initial support for raising salaries of future elected officials
- Housenick Memorial Foundation pledges $500K for renovations at Archibald Johnston Mansion
- Favorite Bethlehem brunch spot Darto's to close shop soon
- Lehigh University aims for 'inspiring future makers’ with new $7.5 million engineering endowment
- Just in case: Bethlehem adopts newest Lehigh Valley hazard mitigation plan
- Bird flu to blame for death of bald eagle rescued from Saucon Park
- Saucon Valley schools join Northampton Area in 50-year vo-tech deal; Bethlehem to vote soon
- Historic work, a historic timeline: As America nears 250, dear grist mill in Hellertown may be in line for touch-ups