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Ice fishing hotspots offer warm remedy to winter's ills

By Lou Carlozo, Tribune Brand Publishing

The recent spate of cold days means that lakes across the Keystone State have frozen over — though, beneath the surface, the fish remain as active as ever. And that can only mean one thing for those who love outdoor sport: ice fishing.

If you think you and your merry band will be the only ones braving the cold, guess…

By Lou Carlozo, Brand Publishing Writer

All the great edibles near the Allentown area add up to one more bonus of living here. And what if you wanted to hop in your car (hungry, natch) and try out some one-of-a-kind experiences, both on the cheap and chic side?

Don't let the winter weather stop you from getting your grub on. There's nothing wrong with a little road trip with family or friends to…

By Lou Carlozo, Tribune Brand Publishing

Wintertime, especially after the holidays, brings gray-sky doldrums that may seem impossible to beat. But once you’re in the car, you’re in motion: Now all you have to do is steer in the direction of unstoppable fun.

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When winter blows into the Lehigh Valley, average lows could hit the 20s for four consecutive months starting in December. And three decades back in 1983, a single-day snowfall of 2 feet shattered all local records.

Yet even if winter fails to hit those extremes, you will likely be faced…

Cruise into autumn hues with these 5 fall fun drives

Autumn has arrived in the Lehigh Valley and eastern Pennsylvania, bringing with it promises of colorful foliage and fall hiking trails. And some of the best sights, hikes and diversions lie just a few hours or less from Allentown and Lancaster.

By Lou Carlozo, Tribune Brand Publishing

No matter how hard parents try, it seems like educational ground gained during the school year is lost a bit in the summer.

And no wonder: Kids want to put the stress on fun — not that moms and dads mind a little vacation-time frolic. But what's wrong with packing some learning into what's left of summertime…

By Lou Carlozo, Tribune Brand Publishing

If you've decided to take a car trip outside the Allentown area, you're in good company. Over the Independence Day weekend, AAA estimates almost 35 million Americans hit the road, the most since 2007.

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