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Kraft Food Expansion Tops Upper Macungie News
The Parkland School Board's review of technology policies, the Junior Emergency Services Academy and a hearing for a knife-wielding teen also made headlines this week.
45 New Jobs Created by Kraft Foods Expansion
The Kraft Food facility in Upper Macungie sports a $35 million investment that has added product lines and new jobs.Teen Pepper Sprays Mom, Brother, Police Say
Upper Macungie Police said a 17-year-old teenager pepper-sprayed his mother and brother and attempted to stab them before leaving the scene.Parkland School Board Mulls New Technology Policy
The Parkland School Board is examining new policies that would allow students to use personal electronic devices for classroom work with the blessing of teachers and administrators.This Summer Camp Has Handcuffs, Fire Hose and K-9 Cops
Sixteen Upper Macungie teenagers are learning police and fire techniques at this year's Junior Emergency Services Academy at Station 56.$32M Interest Rate Swap Working in Parkland's Favor
The Parkland School District is recommending that the school board extend the life of a $32 million interest rate swap.Breinigsville Teen Who Allegedly Brandished Knives Waives Hearing
Nicholas Luke Ibarra, 18, of Breinigsville, allegedly carried knives into Parkland High School in June with the intent of harming a student.Ready for Some Football? Parkland Starts Training Camp
The Parkland football team, the defending District 11 champions, kicked off formal practices Monday with a double session.Woman Shatters Door at Bimbo Bakeries, Police Say
Upper Macungie Police say Tamara McGill, 28, of Allentown faces pending charges of harassment and criminal mischief.Get more local news delivered straight to your inbox. Sign up for free Patch newsletters and alerts.
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