Week In Review: March 14 To March 19

MONDAY, MARCH 14, 2011

Whiz Kids: Music Students Will Represent Parkland At National Conference
The All-Eastern Honors Ensembles Conference will be March 31-April 3 in Baltimore.

Alburtis Killings Are An Isolated Case, Law Officials Say
Statement released to allay residents' fears.

View Finder: Parkland's Mike Ottinger Wins State Wrestling Championship
The 160-pound senior claimed a PIAA title Saturday at the Giant Center in Hershey as Trojan team finished fifth in the state.

TUESDAY, MARCH 15, 2011

Upper Mac Planners Mull SALDO Changes
Most dramatic would be impact on developer recreation fees.

Open Records Law Still A Work In Progress
A good law and a universally good “open government” attitude are two different things.

View Finder: Parkland Ice Hockey Team Celebrates LVSHL Championship
Scenes from the thrilling March 10 title game against Southern Lehigh.

Dance Extravaganza Includes Fogelsville, Parkland Students
Dancers from across the Lehigh Valley performed at Parkland High School on March 5.

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 16, 2011

Parkland Faces Nearly $1 Million Funding Gap Under Proposed State Budget
The funding loss is higher, but school officials softened the governor's blow by anticipating state cuts in its preliminary budget.

Flowers Begin To Collect For Slain Alburtis Women

Though the yellow police tape has been removed, neighbors and family remember.

The Birthday Bulge: Shady Maple Mania
Don't think about calories on your special day ... the experience of Shady Maple in Lancaster County is worth an extra pound or two.

Dozens Turn Out For MoveOn Rally Near Parkland High School
They protested what they said was lawmakers' attack on the American Dream.

THURSDAY, MARCH 17, 2011

Poll Positions Drawn For May 17 Primary Election
Upper Macungie Supervisor, Parkland School Board and Magisterial District Judge seats are up for grabs.

Guess Who Uses Open Records Office Most?
Hint: It's not journalists.

Bites Nearby: Vinny's Pizza
A side of garlic bread here is a full-on meal, in addition to salads, sandwiches and, of course, pizza.

House Hunt: For Sale in Lehigh County
Open House this Sunday afternoon at 1123 Wood Lane in Upper Macungie.

Slain Alburtis Women Laid To Rest
'They're home and their pain is over.'

FRIDAY, MARCH 18, 2011

U.S. Census: Upper Mac Population Cracks 20,000
Housing units grew to 7,843.

New Tripoli Man Arrested Following Wawa Scuffle
Berks-Lehigh Regional Police charge Michael Segeda, 59, with harassment.

Shelter Animals In Need
Oreo, Pepper and Chloe are in need of good, loving homes.

Are Your Teenagers Stressed Out?
A recent documentary film shows many are obsessed with grades, getting into college and involved in too many extra-curricular activities. What do you think?

SATURDAY, MARCH 19, 2011

Anonymous Donor Funds Vehicle Purchase For Sanctuary at Haafsville
Ford Transit is valued at $25,000.

Sunshine Week: The Forecast Is Mostly Cloudy
What has been happening in state legislatures all across the line is downright scary.

Macungie Bridge Work Spanning Route 100 Starts Monday
PennDOT says will be narrowed betweeb South Lea and Walnut streets.