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SEPTEMBER 18-24, 2025
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Wawa plans raise traffic concerns at Bath Planning Commission meeting By SAVANNAH BROWN The Bath Borough Planning Commission gathered Monday, Sept. 15 to review two development projects that could significantly reshape traffic patterns and future growth in the borough. The commission spent the majority of the evening evaluating a preliminary and final application submitted earlier this summer for the development of a Wawa convenience store and fueling station at 202 N. Walnut St. Jonathan Gottlieb of Summit Realty Advisors presented the 5,300-square-foot project, which is designed as a 24-hour retail facility with fuel sales and
a proposed liquor license. The plan calls for 12 fueling positions facing Route 512, with full access on both Barrall Avenue and Route 987. Gottlieb said the store would not provide electric vehicle charging stations, nor would it accommodate tractor trailers, a detail intended to reassure officials and residents concerned about large trucks overwhelming the roadways. To manage traffic, a 150-foot median is planned for Route 512 to cut down on illegal turning movements. Barrall Avenue, a road already in need of repair, would be recon-
structed, widened and restriped to handle three lanes at the traffic signal, including two designated turning lanes. Borough Engineer Ronald B. Madison explained that to accomplish this, Borough Council would need to pass an ordinance restricting parking on Barrall Avenue to accommodate the flow of traffic. Gottlieb told the commission that they intend to repave and improve Barrall Avenue, Route 512 and Chestnut Street, with roadwork projected to begin toward the end of next year pendContinued on page 7
Allen Township Supervisors hold Payment to contractor following ‘Significant delays’ By KERI LINDENMUTH Following “significant delays” that have left custom roofing materials in the parking lot of the Allen Township Municipal building, Allen Township Supervisors voted to withhold payment to Mohawk Contracting until the contractor can complete their commitment. During their meeting on Tuesday, Sept. 9, supervisors unanimously voted to withhold a payment of $91,782.35 to the contractor for the roofing materials. According to supervisors, the contractor initially committed to completing the roofing proj-
ect in the spring. However, as of ship Manager Ilene Eckhart to the Sept. 9 meeting, the materi- request a status update from als remained untouched in the the contractor before payment parking lot outside the munici- would be released. “We need to get their attenpal building. “They are so far behind in tion somehow,” said Hassler. getting this roof done,” said SuIn other news, supervisors pervisor Dale Hassler, adding he approved the preliminary/fiwould have a “hard time” pay- nal subdivision plan for Wiling them. low Ridge Estates, developed “Materials don’t do any good by Jaindl Land Company. This sitting in the parking lot,” he development proposes eight continued. “They belong on the single-family homes with driveroof.” ways accessing Savage Road. Supervisor Tim Paul agreed During the meeting, several with Hassler, as did Supervi- minor plan details were adsor Gary Behler. They voted dressed, including waivers and to withhold payment until the sidewalk maintenance. next meeting and asked Town- Continued on page 3
Armed robbery in Lehigh Township Under investigation; Police seeking public’s Assistance
By HOME NEWS STAFF On Wednesday, Sept. 10 at 1:15 a.m., the Lehigh Township Police Department was dispatched to Cherryville Vape and Cigar Shop, located at 4209 Lehigh Drive, Cherryville, for an armed robbery. Five men entered the store, with three displaying handguns. Cash and merchandise were taken from the store. The matter remains under investigation. The Lehigh Township Police Department is seeking the public’s help in identifying the individuals involved in the armed robbery. If you recognize the individuals involved or have any information related to this incident, please contact the Lehigh Township PoThe public’s assistance is greatly lice Department immediately by appreciated. calling the 24-hour dispatch line All tips and information will be at 610-317-0808. kept confidential.
Woman found dead in Nazareth Borough Park By HOME NEWS STAFF On Sunday, Sept. 14 at approximately 11:01 a.m., the Nazareth Borough Police Department responded to reports from Nazareth Borough Park visitors of an unresponsive female in the western portion of the park. Upon police arrival, officers confirmed the female was deceased.
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