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Costco Gets Closer, Macungie Mayor's Move Top Local News

A series of letters to the editor about the Lower Macungie Board of Commissioner race also make headlines this week.

Lower Macungie Township is Tired of False Alarms
The Lower Macungie Township Board of Commissioners is looking into less tolerance and stricter penalties for false alarms that needlessly call the fire department into action.

Which Seat Does Julian Stolz Really Want?
East Penn School Board member Julian Stolz is also running for Emmaus mayor and Emmaus Borough Council, but he won't be allowed to serve on all three bodies if he wins.

LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Two Commissioner Candidates Not Real Republicans
Letter writer says two Lower Macungie Board of Commissioner candidates are trying to fool the voters.

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Meet the East Penn School Board Candidates
Eight candidates are vying for four East Penn School Board seats in Tuesday’s primary election.

6 Seek Lehigh County Commissioner Seat in District 5
In the most contested of Lehigh County commissioner races, four Republicans are seeking their party's nomination in District 5, and two Democrats are seeking their party's nod in the May 21 primary.

Find out what's happening in Lower Macungiewith free, real-time updates from Patch.

Macungie Mayor: It’s My Son’s Fault
Macungie Mayor Rick Hoffman said his son is to thank for his tumultuous term in office.

5 Seek GOP Nods for Lower Macungie Commissioner
Three incumbents and two challengers are seeking the Republican nomination for three Lower Macungie commissioner seats. The primary is Tuesday.

What’s the Going Rate For Lawn Service in the Macungie Area?
As part of our new Smart Spending series, Patch wants to uncover the true going rate for various goods and services in our area, so you'll know exactly how much you should pay for what you need. Help us out by replying in the comments.

New Homes For Sale in Lower Macungie Area This Week
Find homes for sale in Lower Macungie area on this page every week, from our partners at Zillow.


Incumbent Percy Dougherty faces a challenge from Scott Aquila for the Republican nomination to a Lehigh County commissioner seat in a District that includes South Whitehall, Upper Macungie, Lower Macungie and Alburtis.

LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Three Too Many Realtors on Lower Mac BOC
Letter writer encourages Lower Mac electorate to consider candidates not associated with any realty groups on May 21.

Costco Could Net East Penn $1.5 Million Annually
The East Penn Board of School Directors Monday night approved a tax increment financing plan that could bring the Lehigh Valley its first Costco in 2014 and eventually bring East Penn $1.5 million a year in tax revenue.


Political foes Scott Ott and Dean Browning seek the Republican Party nomination for Lehigh County Executive in the May 21 primary.


A Lower Macungie man accused of repeated sex assaults on student scheduled to have preliminary hearing in June.

No Tax Hike in Approved East Penn Budget
The East Penn School Board at its Monday night meeting unanimously approved a proposed final school district budget for the 2013-14 school year with no property tax increase.

Burglary Reported in Lower Macungie Township
A woman living in the 3600 block of Kneer Drive in Lower Macungie Township returned home recently to find doors ajar, according to Pennsylvania State Police.

Not Too Late: Share Emmaus Senior Prom Photos
Photos are still rolling in from the Emmaus High School senior prom at The Palace in Allentown.

Mayor Plans to Leave Macungie for Virginia
Macungie Mayor Rick Hoffman has sold his home and will give up his office on June 28, his last official day as a borough resident.

LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Commissioners Race Not About Being Most Republican
The problem with playing the 'R' card in Lower Macungie Township is that history may just repeat itself.

Emmaus High: Let's 'Give Back' to Boston Marathon Victims
The Emmaus High School Student Government Association plans running festival on May 19 to benefit victims of Boston Marathon bombing.  


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