By: Kathleen Foody - Associated Press
December 29, 2021 4:07 pm	Leave a comment
CHICAGO (AP) — More than a year after the vaccine was rolled out, new cases of COVID-19 in the U.S. have soared to their highest level on record at over 265,000 per day on average, a surge driven largely by the highly contagious omicron variant.
Omicron less likely to put you in the hospital, studies say
Two new British studies provide some early hints that the omicron variant of the coronavirus may be milder than the delta version.
Two Lehigh Valley counties join $26 billion global opioid settlement
December 29, 2021 11:36 am	Leave a comment
Berks and Carbon counties have joined Pennsylvania as part of a $26 billion global settlement agreement with four companies embroiled in the opioid crisis.
What Lies Ahead for Architects in 2022?
What lies ahead for architects in 2022 in our constantly changing and transitioning world? Architecture has shaped history and defined societies since the dawn of humanity.
A Conversation With: Howard C. Schaeffer incoming president of the Greater Lehigh Valley Realtors
The first job I found was in the automobile industry. It was a perfect fit. Cars are my passion. Some would say cars are my addiction.
Acme Cryogenics acquired for $295M
December 23, 2021 8:58 am	Leave a comment
Acme Cryogenics Inc of Allentown was one of two companies that have been acquired by an Illinois manufacturing company, Dover.
To grandmother's house or no? Omicron disrupts holiday plans
Dave Fravel and his wife invited several relatives to their Cape Cod home for Christmas to share food, gifts and the togetherness they've longed for during the lonely days of the pandemic.
Easton approves parking deck sale to City Center Investment Corp.
Another major step in the development of the $70 million mixed use project in Easton to be known as the Marquis.
Provident Bank Foundation offering $2 million in grants
The Provident Bank Foundation has announced that it has made $2 million in funding available for its 2022 grant program.
LVHN to open health center in Pennsburg
Morgan Truck Body to debut new concepts and create an electrification lab during its 70th year