R&B world mourns James Gadson and Fred Simon

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Fiery Vindaloo Chili

This vibrant beef chili is inspired by vindaloo, building heat and tang from a paste of toasted dried chiles and whole spices puréed with garlic, ginger and vinegar....

Published Apr 6, 2026, 7:00 AM EDT

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Bruce Springsteen 'heartbroken' over ex‑bandmate Tzurya 'Suki' Lahav's death

Bruce Springsteen took to social media this week to remember former E Street Band member Tzurya “Suki” Lahav following news of her death. The rock legend said he...

Published Apr 6, 2026, 7:00 AM EDT

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Bethlehem teacher among 30 nationwide chosen for Smithsonian cohort

Traci Schanewolf, a sixth-grade science teacher at Northeast Middle School in Bethlehem, was selected as one of 30 educators nationwide to join the Smithsonian's new Teacher Innovator Institute...

Published Apr 6, 2026, 7:00 AM EDT

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Asking Eric: I don’t want to leave my kids with a stranger during the destination wedding

A reader says her 41-year-old brother-in-law, the last of four siblings to marry, invited the family to his destination wedding and wants nephews and nieces to participate in...

Published Apr 6, 2026, 6:55 AM EDT

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Emmaus man with DUI gets permission to buy a gun

Wayne Heussman, an Emmaus resident, had been prevented for years from buying a gun because of a misdemeanor DUI conviction. His attorney says his right to gun ownership...

Published Apr 6, 2026, 6:30 AM EDT

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Dear Abby: I have a disabling disorder — how do I tell my friends?

The writer says she has polyneuropathy, has had seven back surgeries and suffers arthritis in all her joints, leaving her limited and in constant, though invisible, pain. She...

Published Apr 6, 2026, 6:05 AM EDT

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Saucon Creek bridge on Easton Road to be replaced; 7.5-mile detour planned

The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation plans to replace the bridge over Saucon Creek on Easton Road in Lower Saucon Township because the existing 1956 structure is nearing the...

Published Apr 6, 2026, 6:00 AM EDT

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Horoscope for April 6, 2026: Ideas travel faster

The Sagittarius moon makes lunar trines to Neptune and Saturn, lit by Aries fire, so ideas move and plans that felt theoretical can take flight. Adventure begins with...

Published Apr 6, 2026, 5:55 AM EDT

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Miss Manners: Hostess demanded thank-you note within 48 hours

Less than 48 hours after attending a gathering hosted by a couple from their walking group, the reader received a text from the hostess asking, “Should I assume...

Published Apr 6, 2026, 5:45 AM EDT

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Dear Annie: Longtime friend only calls to complain — how do I set limits?

The writer has known a woman for more than 20 years; their friendship has been loyal and full of shared history, but recently the friend primarily calls to...

Published Apr 6, 2026, 5:33 AM EDT