Pa. casino revenue up 30% in Sept. Oct 4, 2009
The figures were helped by the addition of the Sands Casino Resort Bethlehem in eastern Pennsylvania, which opened May 22, and Pittsburgh s , which opened Aug. 9. Without the new casinos, September revenue would have been $138. (Pittsburgh Business Times, PA)
Man calls 911 to confess to Fla. robbery Oct 1, 2009
Bethlehem police say 56-year-old Thomas Willgruber was outside the van guiding his brother into a parking space when Timothy Willgruber lost control and pinned him against an SUV on Saturday afternoon. Thomas Willgruber died later that night. (Fresno Bee)
Lawmakers mull fees to put on table games Sep 24, 2009
" Casinos already have complained about the state's 55 percent tax rate on slots, but all are still making money for themselves and for the state. Slots revenue is cutting property taxes moderately, helping the horse racing industry and providing economic development, including construction of the new hockey arena in Pittsburgh. The table-games tax revenue would, however, go into the state's general fund. Robert Soper of the Mohegan Sun casino near Wilkes-Barre and Robert DeSalvio, president of... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
'Family' ties at issue in Merlino casino work bid Sep 22, 2009
He said Bayshore was about to be hired as a subcontractor on the Sands Bethlehem casino last year in Pennsylvania but was rejected when casino officials saw the firm's name on the list. In testimony last week, Merlino acknowledged his father, who died in 2001, and cousin, who is due to be released from prison in two years, were organized crime figures with the Philadelphia mob. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Crime)
Harriers Place High at Iona Meet of Champions Sep 20, 2009
Up next for the Greyhounds' cross country team is the annual Paul Short Run, which is hosted by Lehigh University in Bethlehem, Pa. The starting gun for the October 2 meet is scheduled for 11:00 a.m.. (Loyolagreyhounds.com)
Pitt lands top quarterback recruit (Yesterday) Sep 17, 2009
Anthony Gonzalez of Liberty High School in Bethlehem, Pa. has made a verbal commitment to Pitt. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Recruiting: Panthers land dual-threat QB Sep 17, 2009
Gonzalez is a senior at Bethlehem Liberty High School and ranked by some scouting services as one of the top quarterbacks in the eastern part of the country. Tuesday night he made a verbal commitment to Pitt. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Police say DUI suspect tried to steal tow truck Sep 16, 2009
police say man charged with drunken driving tried to steal tow truck to retrieve vehicle. Associated Press Last updated: 9:15 p.m., Monday, September 14, 2009. (Albany Times Union)
'Billboard' bank robbery suspect nabbed in Mo. Sep 14, 2009
Bethlehem police say 51-year-old Lloyd Virgil Barclay held up a KNBT branch on Wednesday morning, making off with $800. But Barclay forgot his wallet, which police say he placed on the teller's counter when he presented a note demanding money. (Fresno Bee -- Nation)
Casinos aren't always the villains Sep 7, 2009
Two years before the Sands Casino Resort Bethlehem opened in May, it was shelling out money for training ... The Bethlehem stand-alone casino, part of a national gaming corporation, also covered the cost of problem gambling training for local clergy, including some who had opposed the casino as preying upon a vulnerable population ... The Bethlehem Sands received a national award from the National Council on Problem Gambling this summer for its efforts. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Suspect ID'd after leaving wallet at bank Sep 4, 2009
(09-03) 12:09 PDT Bethlehem, Pa ... Bethlehem police say 51-year-old Lloyd Virgil Barclay held up a KNBT branch on Wednesday morning, making off with $800 ... Alleged robber ID'd after leaving wallet at bank Articles (09-03) 12:09 PDT Bethlehem, Pa. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Weird News)
Bank Robber Leaves His Wallet Behind Sep 4, 2009
Bethlehem police said Lloyd Virgil Barclay, 51, held up a KNBT branch on Wednesday morning, making off with $800, but Barclay forgot his wallet, which police say he placed on the teller's counter when he handed over a note demanding money. The wallet had two photo IDs, a Social Security card and a Philadelphia criminal registration card. (KWTX.com, TX)
Revenue falls at Phila.-area casinos Sep 3, 2009
1 million in August 2008, paced by the addition this year of the Sands Casino Resort Bethlehem and the Rivers Casino in Pittsburgh. Pennsylvania now has nine casinos, up from seven a year ago. (Philadelphia Business Journal, PA)
Outdoors Notebook: Final crossbow vote in hands of new board Aug 30, 2009
On Thursday, cable TV's Sportsman Channel kicked off its Hunt-Fish-Feed program at the Bethlehem Haven, Downtown. Forrest Wood Cup. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Port wants train link to McCalla rail facility Aug 29, 2009
The plan is to run a freight train that originates in McCalla and terminates in Bethlehem, Pa. and vice versa, said Husband. (Birmingham Business Journal, AL)
RightsFlow Secures Financing to Expand Service Ensuring U.S. Music Copyright Compliance Aug 27, 2009
5 million Series A financing round with Originate Ventures of Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Profitable since launching in 2007, the company helps online music services, record companies, distributors and artists properly license and remain compliant with a complex array of U.S. copyright obligations while ensuring payment for rights-holders. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Pa. casino doubling gambling areas for smokers Aug 25, 2009
The Bethlehem slots parlor is doubling the area gamblers can smoke to 50 percent of the gaming floor. Casino spokeswoman Laura Kelly says the decision is the result of high demand from patrons. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Penn State football preview shows to air this weekend Aug 22, 2009
69 (Allentown, Bethlehem, Easton). The Big Ten Networks 2009 Penn State preview show will debut at 10 p.m. on Thursday with several repeat airings prior to the Nittany Lions Sept. 5 season opener. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Gamblers put down $73.7M Aug 18, 2009
That would put the North Shore venue behind The Meadows Racetrack and Casino in Washington County, Sands Bethlehem, and Harrah's Chester Downs for first-week revenues. However, the total excluded Sunday's opening day when the Rivers produced nearly $1. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Odds improve on state adding table gaming Aug 13, 2009
Three casino executives, Robert Soper of Mohegan Sun (near Wilkes-Barre), Robert DeSalvio of Sands Bethworks (in Bethlehem) and Dave Jonas of Philadelphia Park (in Bucks County) told a House committee yesterday they would double their current employment of 600-700 if table games were authorized. In written testimony, Bill Paulos of The Meadows casinos agreed. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Pa. graduation exams near final approval Aug 13, 2009
Student board member Gardiner Kreglow of Liberty High School in Bethlehem welcomes the new tests, which would replace the 11th grade Pennsylvania System of School Assessment. PSSAs are meant to measure progress of schools and districts, not individual students. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Casino nets $1.29M after opening doors Aug 11, 2009
It ranked as the third-highest opening-day haul among the state's nine stand-alone and racetrack casinos, behind the Sands Bethlehem's $1 ... Sands Bethlehem, for example, opened on a Friday, typically one of the busiest days for a casino. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Western Pa. crash of tractor-trailer, car kills 2 Aug 10, 2009
Daily American - Western Pa. crash of tractor-trailer, car kills 2. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Beacon Redevelopment Industrial Corporation Issues Progress Report Aug 10, 2009
He has also worked on demolition projects such as the Bethlehem Steel Plant, Globe Metallurgical, Niagara Transformer (Superfund project), SGL Graphite Plant, and Carbide Graphite Plant. The terms of the agreement between RRD and Ameri Source are private and do not alter RRDs obligation to Beacon. (PR Newswire)
Curtain rises on Pittsburgh's Rivers Casino Aug 9, 2009
Sands Bethlehem also has 3,000. In selecting machines, Rivers officials made a point of looking for those that offered the latest technology, in a bid to give the casino a bit of an edge over competitors in the state and in West Virginia, said Joanne Kraly, vice president of gaming. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Eagles DE Parker charged with possession of pot Aug 6, 2009
Eagles DE Juqua Parker arrested on marijuana possession charge - NFL - SI.com. topperWidgetArea { border-top:0px; width: 998px; *width: 1000px; border-left: 1px solid #000; border-right: 1px solid #000; background: #fff; padding-bottom: 6px; } #topperWidgetArea a { display: block; cursor: pointer; } #topperWidgetArea. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Eagles DE arrested on marijuana possession charge Aug 6, 2009
BETHLEHEM Philadelphia Eagles defensive end Juqua Parker was arrested on a marijuana possession charge early Wednesday near the teams training camp in northeast Pennsylvania. Lower Saucon Township police said Parker was a passenger in a vehicle stopped for a traffic violation at 12:33 a.m. near Lehigh University, where the Eagles train. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Judge rules Williamses can play for Vikings this season Aug 6, 2009
According to the Philadelphia Inquirer, the car was stopped near Lehigh University, the home of the Eagles' training camp, at 12:30 a.m. (et) at the intersection of Route 378 and North Mountain Drive in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Herremans, an offensive guard, was pulled over and cited for making an illegal left turn and driving without headlights, at which time a small amount of marijuana was found in the van. (ABC 7 News, DC)
3 charged in alleged cocaine ring that hid drug in fruit imports (1) Aug 3, 2009
Antonio Miguel Arias, also known as Miguel and Gilberto Medina, 36, of Bethlehem, Pa ... Antonio Miguel Arias, also known as Miguel and Gilberto Medina, 36, of Bethlehem, Pa. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Ski & Co. Terminates Christopher J. Lencheski Appoints Rick Isaacson Chair Aug 2, 2009
The company operates on a global platform from its offices in New York, London and Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. The company offers a diverse portfolio of services through the integrated group of companies that comprise the SKI & Company family. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
State adventure camp program gets urban kids into the outdoors Aug 2, 2009
Initiated by the state Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, the camp is in its third year in Pittsburgh, and nine other camps have started in cities across the state including Philadelphia, Harrisburg, Scranton, Erie, Johnstown, York, Warren, Bethlehem and Allentown. State employees who participate in the camp said the idea behind the program is to introduce urban kids to the region's state parks and engage them in outdoor activities that they can enjoy throughout adulthood,... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Casino expects take of $400M in year 1 Aug 2, 2009
That amount will rise in 2010-11, as a result of additional revenue from the Rivers and another slots parlor that opened in Bethlehem in May. Allegheny County will receive 2 percent of the local casino's revenue, and Pittsburgh will receive 2 percent or $10 million, whichever is greater. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Las Vegas Sands Corp. Reports Second Quarter 2009 Results Jul 31, 2009
Sands Bethlehem Second Quarter Operating Results. Sands Bethlehem in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania opened the first phase of its facilities for business on May 22, 2009 ... The first phase of Sands Bethlehem features 3,000 slot machines, dining and entertainment amenities. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
New Rivers Casino set to open August 9 Jul 29, 2009
Mount Airy Casino Resort was the first, in October 2007, and Sands Casino in Bethlehem was the second in May. Gaming board officials have high hopes for Pittsburgh. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
PA QB Talks FSU Showtime Camp and Recruiting Jul 21, 2009
NoleDigest caught up with the Bethlehem, PA standout to talk about this visit and to see what his plans are heading into the fall. to read the rest of this story. (TheTerritory.org)
Americans' debt stress easing Jul 14, 2009
Old Castle Precast, South Bethlehem, NY is looking for a full-time. the delivery of multi-level services to individual with developmen. (Albany Times Union)
* Ji pips Taiwans Kung to major title Jul 14, 2009
NEAR MISS: Kaohsiung-born Candie Kung said she had been working on her putting following an impressive performance at the US Womens Open AFP , BETHLEHEM, PENNSYLVANIA Tuesday, Jul 14, 2009, Page 20. Candie Kung of Taiwan reacts to a missed putt on the 17th green during the final round of the US Womens Open on Sunday at Saucon Valley Country Club in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania ... Ji Eun-hee of South Korea holds the trophy as champagne is poured over her after winning the US Womens Open on... (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World Business)
Guard pilot 'transforms' into Airman in hit movie Fredericksburg helicopter pilot helps bring hit movie "Transformers" to the big screen Jul 14, 2009
Over four days last spring near Bethlehem, Pa. Mann and his colleagues made several flights for the movie, carrying actors Josh Duhamel, Tyrese Gibson and other cast members to a scene in which they do battle with the Transformers of the title. (Fredericksburg.com, VA)
* Lu chases Kerr at US Womens Open Jul 13, 2009
PLAYING WELL: Taiwans Teresa Lu was three strokes off the lead going into yesterdays final round, with compatriot Candie Kung two shots further back AFP , BETHLEHEM, PENNSYLVANIA Monday, Jul 13, 2009, Page 20. Taiwans Teresa Lu hits a tee shot on the 16th hole during the third round of the US Womens Open on Saturday in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
U.S. Women's Open Notebook: Kerr fails in bid to join elite Jul 13, 2009
BETHLEHEM -- American Cristie Kerr squandered a chance in her bid for a second U.S. Women's Open title when she finished with a 4-over 75 to end up third behind winner Eun-Hee Ji of South Korea and runner-up Candie Kung of Taiwan. Only 14 players have won the women's title more than once. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Kerr pads lead to two after three rounds of U.S. Women's Open Jul 12, 2009
By Jerry Potter, USA TODAY BETHLEHEM, Pa. Cristie Kerr can't think of a better place to be. (USA Today -- Sports)
* Kerr leads by a stroke, Tseng misses cut Jul 12, 2009
AP , BETHLEHEM, PENNSYLVANIA Sunday, Jul 12, 2009, Page 20. Japans Ai Miyazato hits a tee shot on the 15th hole during the second round of the US Womens Open at the Saucon Valley Country Club in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, on Friday ... Paula Creamer of the US reacts after missing a putt on the first hole during the second round of the US Womens Open at the Saucon Valley Country Club in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, on Friday. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Golf: Kerr stretches lead at US Women's Open Jul 12, 2009
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* Choi cards 68 for first-round lead Jul 11, 2009
MIXED DAY: Taiwans Candie Kung shot an even-par 71 for a share of sixth place, but Teresa Lu carded a five-over 76 and world No. 2 Yani Tseng a disappointing six-over 77 AFP , BETHLEHEM, PENNSYLVANIA Saturday, Jul 11, 2009, Page 20. Taiwans Teresa Lu watches her tee shot on the fifth hole during the first round of the US Womens Open championship at the Saucon Valley Country Club in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, on Thursday ... Anna Grzebien hits from the sand on the 10th hole during the first... (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Business)
$11 Million in Gaming Funds to Help Washington County Communities, DCED Says Jul 11, 2009
$79,000 for the East Bethlehem Township Municipal Building renovations. $90,502 to Finleyville Borough Building Revitalization to renovate the existing Borough building. (PR Newswire)
Sands Bethlehem Impact Not as Bad as Feared in AC Jul 11, 2009
Sands Bethlehem casino doesn't hurt Atlantic City revenues as much as expected ... For months, Atlantic City has been dreading the opening of a new casino in Bethlehem, Pa ... On Friday, when the nation's second-largest gambling market got its first look at the impact of the Sands Bethlehem, the results were better than expected: Revenue at Atlantic City's casinos fell 13. (ABC News -- Wire)
Deacon Contingent Off To A Slow Start At US Women's Open Jul 10, 2009
Laura Diaz cards a 6-over 77 in the opening round. Laura Diaz opened with a first round 77. (Wakeforestsports.com)
South Korea's Choi leads Women's Open Jul 10, 2009
BETHLEHEM, Pennsylvania (AP) - Na Yeon Choi of South Korea birdied her first three holes, and four of her first five, on the way to a 3-under 68 and a one-stroke lead after the first round of the U.S. Women's Open. Top-ranked Lorena Ochoa, 2007 champion Cristie Kerr and qualifier Jean Reynolds opened with 2-under 69s on Thursday. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Reynolds takes long road to leaderboard Jul 10, 2009
BETHLEHEM, Pennsylvania (AP) -Jean Reynolds has taken a roundabout route to contending at the U.S. Women's Open. The 24-year-old American shot a 2-under 69 to tie for second with top-ranked Lorena Ochoa and 2007 champion Cristie Kerr, a stroke behind first-round leader Na Yeon Choi on Thursday. (MSNBC -- Sports)
LPGA wants to concentrate on Women's Open Jul 8, 2009
BETHLEHEM, Pennsylvania (AP) -U.S. LPGA officials and players want to concentrate on this week's U.S. Women's Open instead of reports that some of the tour's top players want commissioner Carolyn Bivens to resign. U.S. LPGA spokesman David Higdon declined to comment on Tuesday on reports that more than a dozen players sent a letter to the tour's board urging Bivens to step down, telling The Associated Press in an e-mail he couldn't comment on internal matters. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Singapore US$5.5bil casino opening delayed Jul 8, 2009
Las Vegas Sands also owns the Sands Macau, Venetian Macau and Sands Casino Resort Bethlehem in Pennsylvania. - AP. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
PLCB Awards Grants to Aid Fight Against Underage, Dangerous Alcohol Use Jul 8, 2009
75 Enforcement Activities Police Montgomery County Bethlehem City Police $11,500. 00 Enforcement Activities Northampton County Lafayette College $11,260. (PR Newswire)
This Week In Golf - July 9th Through July 12th Jul 7, 2009
(Sports Network) - USGA - U.S. WOMEN'S OPEN, Saucon Valley Country Club, Bethlehem, Pennsylvania - InBee Park carded four rounds under par last year to cruise to a four-stroke win at the U.S. Women's Open. The title was Park's first on the LPGA, but it was her second USGA championship. (ABC 7 News, DC)
High School Football: A coaching carousel Jul 6, 2009
MaxPreps also mentions Gateway, Penn Hills, Woodland Hills and defending PIAA Class AAAA champion Bethlehem Liberty as teams to keep an eye on. Bishop McDevitt (10-3 in 2008) only plays two games against area teams. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Pennsylvania QB a priority for FSU Jul 4, 2009
The Bethlehem, Pennsylvania star says FSU's offensive coordinator has told him on more than one occasion how much he would like to coach him. So far, the three-star QB sounds like he is very interested. (Florida State Sports -- Rivals.com)
Diaz and Kemp lead in second-round of Corning Classic Jul 4, 2009
Wie needs to win the Farr to get into the field for next week's U.S. Women's Open at Saucon Valley in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Diaz has struggled with her swing the past two years but has found some answers the past two days at Highland Meadows Golf Club. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Three share Farr lead after first round Jul 3, 2009
Creamer said she hopes to play in next week's U.S. Women's Open at Saucon Valley Country Club in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. - AP. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
High school sports: Moments that wrote the history of this year Jun 28, 2009
After winning its first football championship in school history, Bethel Park advances to the PIAA title game, where it loses an overtime heartbreaker to Bethlehem Liberty, 28-21. 4. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
How does your community garden grow? Jun 25, 2009
There is a section for students at places like Maxey Elementary School and Bethlehem Missionary Baptist Church. There are 10 plots that are built higher to accommodate handicapped gardeners. (Winter Garden West Orange Times, FL)
Amherst Graduates Shun Wilted Wall Street to Fix World as $45,500 Teachers Jun 23, 2009
6 million graduating seniors plan to work for nonprofit groups or governments, an increase from 23 percent in 2008, according to a survey of 14,225 U.S. college students conducted by the , in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Thirty-nine percent of graduates want private sector jobs, down from 45 percent last year, the survey found. (Bloomberg)
Pennsylvania Education Secretary Announces Nearly $2.9 Million in Recovery Grants for School Food Services Jun 19, 2009
Pennsylvania Education Secretary Announces Nearly $2. 9 Million in Recovery Grants for School Food Services. (PR Newswire)
Stelzmiller, Kim Both Qualify For U.S. Women's Open Jun 17, 2009
Aggie duo qualify for tournament on women golf's biggest stage next month in Pennsylvania. We've been talking about it for about a month and a half," she said. "They have practiced hard. (Ucdavisaggies.com)
Lafayette Newsstand Jun 16, 2009
It's Bethlehem against Easton ... -- Where: Stabler Arena (5,600), Bethlehem ... Palos, a 31-year-old city resident, was officially introduced as Bethlehem Catholic's football coach at a news conference Tuesday at the high school. (Goleopards.com)
Cops: Alleged shoplifter pulls fire alarm in cell Jun 3, 2009
Place an obit: (559) 441-6228. Web Search powered by YAHOO. (Fresno Bee)
Bucknell Women's Swimming and Diving Welcomes Seven Recruits Jun 3, 2009
born May 30, 1991 in Bethlehem, Pa. daughter of Greg Oxley. (Bucknellbison.com)
