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Poisoned Burritos, Costco Top Local News in May

The Macungie mayor, Costco, and poisoned burritos are all in the top ten. What story do you think is the most interesting?


Police arrested a Lower Macungie Township woman after she allegedly put medication into burritos and fed them to her husband and daughter.

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

Is Costco Still Coming to Lower Macungie?
What's happening with the proposed Hamilton Crossings shopping center that will feature the Lehigh Valley's first Costco store?

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


Neighbor calls 911 to report that house next door is on fire, according to emergency radio transmissions.

Mayor Plans to Leave Macungie for Virginia
Neighbor calls 911 to report that house next door is on fire, according to emergency radio transmissions.

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3 Injured in Crash on Lower Macungie Road
State police at Fogelsville said one driver was treated at the scene for minor injuries, while the other driver and her 2-year-old passenger were taken to LVH-Cedar Crest for minor injuries.

It’s been a busy month in Lower Macungie. Below are the top ten most-clicked stories on Lower Macungie Patch in May.


An 85-year-old woman walking along Kings Highway South in Upper Milford Saturday is struck by an SUV and killed, state police say.

Man's Shooting Death Ruled Suicide
Self-inflicted shooting reported at Lower Macungie apartment complex Wednesday.


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


The Emmaus High School Junior Prom was held on Saturday at the Rodeway Inn and Conference Center.

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