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Discovery of Man's Body in Pond Tops April News
The second most-read story on Hellertown-Lower Saucon Patch in April was about the gun-carrying owner of a local diner. Additional top stories for the month are listed below.
Missing Man's Body Pulled from Pond
Hellertown Police and the Northampton County Coroner's Office confirmed April 3 that a body pulled from one of the Grist Mill Park ponds was that of Steven P. Lockard, who went missing from the area March 28.
Diner Owner Tells NPR Why He Openly Carries a Gun
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In a nationally aired segment about an Easton rally in late March, Hellertown Diner owner Vasilios 'Bill' Christogiannis told NPR he openly carries a loaded Ruger semiautomatic pistol to show 'support...for protecting the right to own a firearm.'
Monkey Sighting Reported on Rail Trail
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According to the Morning Call, a borough woman told police April 23 that she saw a monkey while walking her dogs on the Saucon Rail Trail in Hellertown.
Pennsylvania State Police at Belfast say they are investigating a shooting that occurred at a house party at 4018 Sherry Hill Road, Lower Saucon Township, as a case of attempted homicide.
On April 1, husband and wife team Stephanie and Chris MoDavis officially opened their new yoga studio, YogaMos, at 410 Main St., Hellertown.
Car Crash Reported Near SVHS
Emergency personnel reportedly responded to a car accident April 15 near Saucon Valley High School in Lower Saucon Township.
Papa John's Proposal Approved by Planners
On April 9 the Hellertown Planning Commission unanimously approved a proposal for a Papa John's franchise at 1236 Main St. The pizza shop is tentatively expected to open in September.
Residents Held Door Shut on Would-Be Burglars: Police
Police say a burglary attempt in the 1700 block of Railroad Lane, Lower Saucon Township, was thwarted by residents. Three men have been charged in the incident.
Which Grocery Store Should Open in Saucon Valley? [Poll]
It's been more than two years since the Pathmark supermarket on Route 378 in Lower Saucon Township closed its doors, and readers have opinions about what should replace it.
Cafeteria Changes Coming to Saucon Valley Schools
The changes are mandated by new federal government rules and regulations, according to the Saucon Valley School District.
Brush Fire Contained in Lower Saucon
An April 5 brush fire in Lower Saucon Township was reported and later extinguished amid dry conditions.
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