Sharon Fehlinger-Ricker, South Whitehall Township Commissioner

09/07/2026

09/07/2026

Join us this September for National Library Card Sign-Up Month! Whether you’re getting a new card or renewing your card, we’re happy to welcome you. Our library is a cozy space where everyone can find trustworthy information and enjoy our resources and friendly staff. We offer fun, educational programs for all ages, perfect for curious minds eager to learn and meet new friends. Our diverse topics and workshops make discovering new interests exciting. Visit your local library and experience new horizons! Learn more about it in our . https://www.parklandlibrary.org/september-news-2/

09/07/2026

09/06/2026

In honor of Labor Day

Once called "the most dangerous woman in America," Mary Harris "Mother" Jones was a prolific workers' rights advocate in the late 19th and early 20th century.

Born in Cork, Ireland, Jones fled to North America during the Great Famine of the 1840s. After her husband and four children died in the Yellow Fever epidemic of 1867, Jones moved to Chicago and set up a dressmaking shop, which was destroyed in 1871 by the Great Chicago Fire.

As she helped to rebuild the city from the ashes, Jones rebuilt herself as a labor organizer, working for The Knights of Labor and United Mine Workers — gaining the nickname "Mother" for her maternalistic style.

While organizing West Virginia coal miners seeking higher wages and safe working conditions, Mother Jones leaned into her mother persona, questioning the courage and masculinity of coal miners who were reluctant to join the union.

"If you are too cowardly to fight, I will fight," she told coal miners on the steps of the capitol building in Charleston, West Virginia in 1912. To recalcitrant miners she added, "You ought to be ashamed of yourselves... to see one old woman who is not afraid of all the blood-hounds."

📸: Mother Jones attending the 1915 hearings of the federal Commission on Industrial Relations at the New York City Hall (Bain News Service/Library of Congress)

09/05/2026

Need your flu shot? Check out the notice below from our Coroner’s office!

SAVE THE DATE- The LCCO&FC is hosting it's 4th Annual Flu Shot Clinic!

📅 Thursday, October 22, 2026
🕑 2:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
📍 Lehigh County Coroner’s Office & Forensic Center

Join us for an afternoon focused on keeping our community healthy and prepared for the flu season. Along with flu shots, we'll have tours of the LCCO&FC, hot dogs, snacks, refreshments, merch, and more!

This has become one of our favorite annual community events, and we look forward to welcoming everyone back for our 4th year! Last year, more than 150 people stopped by, and we hope to see even more of our community this year!

Don't want a vaccine? No problem! Come for some food, a tour and meet the LCCO&FC staff!

More information will be posted as we get closer to the event. Questions? Call 610-782-3426

09/05/2026

Please note

09/04/2026

‼️Updated information regarding Project Atlas‼️

Since there is increased public interest in the Project Atlas proposal, I am posting the latest information.

This afternoon the township released a 240 page review of the latest plans submitted by Project Atlas. The township’s review/response can be found on the township website: https://www.southwhitehall.com/home/showpublisheddocument/6776

2 special meetings will take place this month to discuss Project Atlas.
1. Wednesday, Sept. 9 at 6-10 PM at Parkland High School
2. Wednesday, Sept. 23 at 6-10 PM at Parkland High School

Further information can be found on the township’s website.

09/04/2026

It was my pleasure to attend the ribbon cutting and official welcoming of the 28Ten Group to South Whitehall Township. I was honored to present the proclamation on behalf of the Board of Commissioners. Congratulations Josh, the President of the Company, and to all at the 28Ten Group! South Whitehall Township is happy to have you in the community!

09/03/2026

‼️‼️Attention Neighbors ‼️‼️

Due to the increased interest by the public, I want to provide residents with accurate meeting information regarding Project Atlas. There will be 2 special meetings held in September to address Project Atlas.

‼️Special Meeting #1: SPECIAL MEETINGS OF PARK AND RECREATION BOARD, ENVIRONMENTAL ADVISORY COUNCIL AND LANDSCAPE AND SHADE TREE COMMISSION

Notice is hereby given that South Whitehall Township will hold special meetings of the Park and Recreation Board, Environmental Advisory Council, and Landscape and Shade Tree Commission on Wednesday, September 9, 2026, from 6:00 PM until no later than 10:00 PM at Parkland High School, 2700 N. Cedar Crest Blvd., Allentown, Pennsylvania 18104. Public comment will be received at the beginning of the meeting only from 6:00 PM until 7:30 PM as expressly authorized by Section 710.1(a) of the Pennsylvania Sunshine Act (65 Pa.C.S. § 710.1(a)). Each agency will then convene separately according to the anticipated schedule

‼️Special Meeting #2: PLANNING COMMISSION

In recognition of the substantial public interest in Project Atlas, the project is next expected to appear on the agenda of a special meeting of the South Whitehall Township Planning Commission to be held:

Date: Wednesday, September 23, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM
Location: Parkland High School, 2700 Cedar Crest Boulevard, Allentown, PA 18104

The current deadline to act on the Project Atlas plan is October 31, 2026. Additional information regarding the special meeting, including the meeting agenda and public participation details, is forthcoming and will be made available by the Township.

Additional information can be found on the township’s website.

‼️Further, it is expected that the most up to date response to the developer will be posted to the website this Friday.

‼️Both special meetings are being scheduled at Parkland High School to accommodate all public/residents interested. Please see the website for additional guidelines for participation and public comments.

Feel free to share with neighbors

09/02/2026

Our blood drive with the American Red Cross is happening TODAY from 11:30 a.m.–4 p.m. Appointments are available, but walk-ins are welcome too! https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/drive-results?zipSponsor=Cetronia%20Amb