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A write-in campaign prevailed in Upper Mount Bethel Township, where the primary election was contested due to intense local interest in the massive industrial park plan called River Pointe Logistics.
With concerns about parking dominating the conversation Tuesday night, Bethlehem City Council tabled the first vote on zoning amendments sought by the developer of the former Martin Tower property.
In several areas of the Lehigh Valley, concerns about development and transparency are driving residents to run for local office. A look at where tensions are high and citizens are activated, such as South Whitehall, Upper Mount Bethel and Upper Macungie.