West Nile-Carrying Mosquitos, New Police Officer Top Local News in South Whitehall

Here's a look at some of the top headlines last week in South Whitehall.

Second Mosquito Tests Positive for West Nile Virus in South Whitehall

It was the second mosquito carrying West Nile Virus in two days in South Whitehall, according to the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection.

South Whitehall Hires New Patrol Officer

Eric A. Kleintop was sworn in Wednesday night as a South Whitehall Township police officer.

Parkland OKs 12 Hires, 9 Resignations

The Parkland School Board approved the hiring of teachers, bus drivers, crossing guards and playground aides.

Lily Sushi Grill Open on Walbert Avenue

New Library Tax Will Generate More Than $2M Per Year

The planned $13 million Parkland Community Library is contingent upon the passage of a Nov. 5 voter referendum.

School Board Chides Parkland Library VP on Voter Referendum

Parkland School Board members wants a relationship with the Parkland Community Library Board, but also wants a capital spending plan spelled out in any voter referendum.

South Whitehall Police, Fire, Emergency Workers Get New 2-Way Radios

South Whitehall Township fire, police and rescue workers had been using radios that were about 15 to 20 years old.

Toomey Says Suspend U.S. Aid to Egypt

U.S. Sen. Pat Toomey says it's time to cut off foreign aid to Egypt

Gun Control Activists Rally at Dent's Office

Group urges U.S. Rep. Charlie Dent to co-sponsor the bipartisan King-Thompson Background Checks bill.