A-Treat soda closing after 97 years, employees say

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A-Treat is closing its doors after 97 years of manufacturing and distributing soda to the Lehigh Valley and beyond, according to the company's employees.


Company officials informed them of the closure on Wednesday, employees said.


Some employees lost their jobs immediately, while others are working their last day Friday, according to employees who spoke with 69 News.


Rumors of A-Treat closing have been swirling for weeks. Repeated requests for an interview with a company official have not been answered.


On Friday, a company receptionist said the company had no comment.


According to the company's website, A-Treat was founded in 1918 by Joseph and Jack Egizio in a garage in downtown Allentown.


A-Treat moved to its current location in 1932.


The company makes 32 different flavors of soda, according to its website.


Last year, A-Treat stopped sealing its sodas in Walmart.


At the time, A-Treat Vice President Tom Garvey said Walmart demanded that A-Treat drivers restock shelves in its stores every day.


As a result of that business decision, Garvey said two drivers were laid off.


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Man stabbed to death at barbershop in downtown Allentown

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An Allentown man died after being stabbed inside a barbershop in downtown Allentown on Thursday, and police said they have a suspect in custody.


The violence unfolded around 3:30 p.m. at the Washington Barbershop, 1129 W. Hamilton St.


The victim, identified as Jose Reyes-Espinosa, 30, of the 200 block of South Madison Street, was taken to Lehigh Valley Hospital-Cedar Crest, where he was pronounced dead on arrival at 3:57 p.m.


Allentown police arrested Eugenio Hernandez-Andino, 43, in connection with the fatal stabbing.


Lehigh County Coroner Scott Grim has ruled the death a homicide and said Reyes-Espinosa died from multiple stab wounds to his body.


According to court documents, Espinosa was getting his hair cut when Hernandez-Andino entered the barber shop and began to argue with Espinosa, as seen on barber shop surveillance video.


Espinosa tried to leave the barber shop when Hernandez-Andino grabbed him, and during a struggle, police said Hernandez-Andino pulled a knife out of his pants pocket and stabbed Espinosa several times.


Police said a witness confirmed what was seen on the surveillance video and picked Hernandez-Andino out of an eight-person photo line up.


Police believe this is an isolated incident that is not connected to the business.


Hernandez-Andino faces one count of criminal homicide.


He was taken to the Lehigh County Prison. No bail was allowed.


His preliminary hearing is set for Jan. 30.






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Health Beat: Antidepressants to treat Alzheimer's?

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Claire Anderson is an avid photographer. She focuses on nature and portraits.


"There is that beauty of the face," Anderson said. "It is lovely to capture."


With three kids and nine grandchildren, Anderson has plenty of potential subjects, faces she hopes time doesn't erase.


"My parents both had the diagnosis of Alzheimer's," said Anderson.


Now, Anderson is also showing early signs of the disease.


"I wanted to see that something could be found that could alter that," Anderson explained.


Researchers looking at the protein buildup in the Alzheimer's brain have discovered a commonly prescribed drug may make an impact.


"We know that people with a history of antidepressant use have less plaque in the brain than people who don’t have a history of antidepressant use," explained John Cirrito, assistant professor of neurology specializing in Alzheimer's disease at Washington University, St. Louis.


In the recent study, researchers gave a single dose of the antidepressant Citalopram to 23 adults under age 50. Samples of spinal fluids over the next 24 hours showed a 37 percent drop in the protein that forms brain plaques.


"This is promising," said Cirrito, "but it's early."


Anderson knows that a cure for Alzheimer's may not come quickly, but it's crucial to her nonetheless.


"I can be optimistic that my grandchildren will benefit from these studies," Anderson said.


Cirrito said while most patients tolerate antidepressants well, the risks outweigh the benefits of using the drugs until a strong connection is established. He said that will take additional research.


Researchers plan to study older adults and treat them for two weeks with the antidepressants to see if there is continued reduction in the proteins that cause brain plaque.


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Pennsylvania Lottery introducing new 'PICK' twice-daily drawings

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The Pennsylvania Lottery is launching a new lineup of daily drawings that includes new names for some longstanding games.


Four games will be grouped together as "PICK" games, in which players can bet on two to five numbers in drawings held twice a day, lottery officials said Friday.


PICK 2 is a new game that allows players to choose any two-digit number.


PICK 3, which has been known as The Daily Number for 38 years, will allow players to choose any three-digit number. PICK 4 will be the new name of BIG 4 and PICK 5 will replace Quinto.


"The PICK games are 'Easy to Say, Simple to Play,'" said Sil Lutkewitte, the lottery's executive director. "They will help to reinvigorate our draw games portfolio through a fresh, new look, a coordinated marketing strategy and new second-chance opportunities."


The changes will take effect on Jan. 27.


The first new second-chance opportunity will take place from Feb. 2 to Feb. 26, when the Take Your Pick! Second-Chance Drawings will allow players of any PICK game to enter one of two drawings to win either a $50,000 top prize or one of 100 cash prizes of $1,000.






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Suspect sought in murder of Reading man busted in Bronx

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A man being sought by police in the murder of a man in Reading has been apprehended in the Bronx, New York.


Reading police announced Friday afternoon the arrest of Raymond Martinez III.


Martinez, 22, is one of three people charged in the shooting death of John Villareal, 29, inside an apartment in the 800 block of Green Street on Nov. 7.


Hector Mattei-Santiago, 18, and Ayannia Martin, 18, were apprehended earlier this week.






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Man charged in Puerto Rican social club shooting sentenced

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A man accused in a deadly shootout in downtown Bethlehem has learned his fate.


Rene Figueroa was sentenced Friday to 15.5 to 31 years in jail.


Figueroa was charged in connection with a gun battle that happened outside the Puerto Rican Beneficial Society in Bethlehem in 2012. Yolanda Morales, 23, was killed.


In October 2014, Figueroa was found guilty of involuntary manslaughter, but not first degree murder.


His co-defendant, Javier Rivera Alvarado, was charged with attempted homicide, but he was found not guilty.






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Ferrets attack 1-month-old infant left in car seat

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A Delaware County infant is in stable condition after officials said she was attacked by family ferrets.


According to our partner station, WPVI, three ferrets ate part of the one-month-old's face Thursday at a home the 300 block of Poplar Street in the borough of Darby.


WPVI says sources tell them the baby was placed in a car seat then left on the floor.


The baby's mother then reportedly went upstairs. While she was away, the ferrets escaped their cloth-like cage and attacked the girl, chewing on the baby's face.


WPVI says the parents' four other children are now in the custody of Child & Youth Services.


The ferrets reportedly chewed on the infant's lips, nose and other parts of her face.


The baby is being treated at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, and officials say it's likely she'll need multiple surgeries over the years to repair her face.


No criminal charges have been filed at this time.


The incident is still under investigation.






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Woman Forced Into Trunk at Gunpoint

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Police release chilling video of a gunman walking up to a woman at an ATM, forcing her out and into her trunk -- but her calm actions likely saved her life: http://abcn.ws/1JfSXsJ Nightline...


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1 in custody in connection with fatal stabbing

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Apple and Android phones. >>>eve tannery: Police in Allentown are continuing to investigate a deadly stabbing that happened inside a center city barber shop.>>> jaciel cordoba: Today..one man is behind bars..charged with criminal homicide. WFMZ's Rosa Duarte is live at the Washington Barber Shop with the latest. Rosa?>>ROSA duarte: Police arrested 43-year-old Eugenio Hernandez-Andino last night and have charged him with one count of criminal homicide. And they say it all started when Hernandez-Andino walked in to the barber shop and picked a fight with one of the customers. >>>reporter: According to investigators, the entire incident was caught on surveillance cameras from inside the barber shop on Hamilton Street in Allentown. Police say the victim, 30-year-old Jose Reyes Espinosa, was getting his hair cut when Eugenio Hernandez-Andino walked in and began to argue with him. Moments later, police say when Espinosa got up to leave the shop the defendant grabbed him, pulled a knife out of his pants and stabbed him several times. Espinosa died moments later after being taken to Lehigh Valley Cedar Crest Hospital. Lehigh County coroner Scott Grim has ruled the death a homicide.>>ROSA DUARTE:An autopsy of the victim took place this morning, and we expect to have the results sometime this afternoon. Hernandez is being held at Lehigh County prison without bond. His preliminary hearing has been set for next Friday. Live






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Teen charged in brutal attack of Lehigh student considering plea deal

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A Bethlehem teenager is considering a plea deal in connection with a brutal attack on a Lehigh University student.


Bryan Sanchez-Osorio was in Northampton County Court Friday.


He was offered a plea deal that would drop charges of unlawful restraint, escape and criminal trespass, in exchange for guilty pleas on burglary, attempted burglary, attempted rape and aggravated assault charges.


Sanchez-Osorio has until Tuesday to decide whether he will accept the deal.


Police say he attacked a Lehigh student back in July after breaking into her off-campus apartment.


They say tried to rape her and choked her until she turned blue.


The victim survived the attack.






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Sunrise Chef: Steven Hopstock

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The Super Bowl is nearly here--are you looking for new recipes for your party?


Savvas Kiprislis, owner of the Keystone Pub, and chef Steven Hopstock stopped by to help us get ready for the big game with some delicious game day highlights.


Buffalo Chicken Dip


1 lb shredded chicken (cold)

1/3 cup milk

6 oz Jack-cheddar cheese

1/3 cup hot sauce

1/3 cup sour cream

1/3 cup mayo

2 Tbsps. chopped celery

1 Tbsp. chopped onion

½ tsp. salt

1/8 tsp. black pepper


1. Heat milk, 4 oz. jack cheddar cheese, hot sauce over low heat until smooth.

2. Remove from heat.

3. Stir in sour cream, mayo, salt and pepper.

4. Fold in shredded chicken, celery and onion.

5. Transfer to oven-safe dish, top with remaining 2 oz. jack cheddar cheese.

6. Bake 10-15min @ 375F.

7. Serve with chips, toasted bread, and blue cheese dressing.


Grilled Pineapple Habanero Sauce


5 grilled pineapple rings (minced)

2 cups pineapple juice

1 cup granulated sugar

½ c up apple cider vinegar

1 Tbsp. red onion (minced)

1 Tbsp. fire roasted red pepper (minced)

1 tsp. red pepper flakes

½ tsp. habanero powder


1. Combine all ingredients in a sauce pan over med-high heat

2. Stir and reduce by half

3. Use as a dipping sauce or with chicken wings


Citrus Coleslaw


½ head green cabbage

¼ head red cabbage

1 cup lime juice

1/3 cup olive oil

2 Tbsps. hot sauce

2 tsps. salt

¼ tsp. black pepper


1. Shred red and green cabbage.

2. Toss remaining ingredients with cabbage.

3. Cover and refrigerate overnight.




Roasted Garlic Pork Sandwich


3-4 lb. bone-in pork shoulder

6-8 garlic cloves, peeled

1 tsp. salt

¼ tsp. black pepper

¼ cup chopped garlic

2 tbs. olive oil

1 tsp. oregano

1 tsp. salt

¼ tsp. cayenne pepper


1. Cut slits in pork shoulder, stuff with garlic cloves.

2. Rub with salt and pepper.

3. Cover and bake 25 min per pound @ 350F.

4. Pork should be fork tender and bone easily removed when cooked.

5. Remove excess fat and drippings from pork using a colander.

6. While pork is resting, roast chopped garlic and olive oil 30-45min @350, until golden brown.

7. Combine the now roasted garlic, oregano, salt, and cayenne pepper with the pork in a mixing bowl.

8. Scoop onto ciabatta bread. Top with Swiss cheese, citrus coleslaw, and cilantro.






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Sunrise Chef: Steven Hopstock

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your forecast. wfmz Meteorologist Matt Broderick is in the weather center.TODAY is...>>> jaciel cordoba: It's Friday.. so the kitchen is ready to go! This morning, we're joined by The Keystone Pub and Grill. With two locations in Bethlehem and Whitehall...they're here to get you ready for Super Bowl Sunday. Eve is in the kitchen right now with co-owner Savvas Kiprislis and Head Chef Steve Hopstock. Eve is in the kBowl Sunday. Eve is in the kitchen right now with co-owner Savvas Kiprislis and Head Chef Steve details in sports. >>> jaciel cordoba: It's time to head back over to the kitchen this morning, where we're joined by the Keystone Pub and Grill.>> eve tannery: Co-owner Savvas Kiprislis and Head Chef Steve Hopstock are standing by in the kitchen with Matt now.. let's see what have for us next. good morning






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Man charged in violent home invasion pleads guilty, gets jail time

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A Northampton County man charged in a violent home invasion will now spend years behind bars.


Ramon Clark pleaded guilty Friday to robbery and unlawful restraint. He was sentenced to 7 to 14 years behind bars.


Police say Clark and another man, Steven Tomino, posed as home buyers before typing up a couple and robbing their home on Delaware Drive in Washington Township back in April.


Tomino was found guilty last month. He will be sentenced in March.






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Police: two charged with making meth

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Bethlehem Police say two people have been arrested and charged with making methamphetamine across the street from a daycare.


The arrests were made this morning after a search warrant was executed at a residence in the 900 block of Main Street.


Police say there is no threat to the public.


The names of the suspects have not yet been released.


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Pa unemployment fell to 4.8% in Dec.

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Unemployment in Pennsylvania fell in December to its lowest rate since 2008.


The rate fell by three-tenths of a percentage point to 4.8 percent.


This was the fourth consecutive monthly decline in the state unemployment rate and the ninth decline in 2014.


Pennsylvania’s rate was eight-tenths of a percentage point below the U.S. rate of 5.6 percent.


The commonwealth’s rate was down by 2 percentage points from December 2013 while the national rate declined by 1.1 points over the year.






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Fitness Friday Bellydrills

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us. >>> jaciel cordoba: It's a Fitness Friday and today we're stepping out of the gym. Instead.. we're headed to a dance hall in Lehigh County whichpromises to get you in shape.>> jaciel cordoba: It's called "Bellydrills" an it's at the Gas House Dance Hall in Catasauqua. WFMZ's Melanie Falcon is live there right now with more.. Melanie? game.. Stay with us, we'll be right back. >>> eve tannery: It was named the "Best Non-Gym Workout" by Lehigh Valley Style Magazine and today.. we're taking Fitness Friday there.>> jaciel cordoba: The class is called "Bellydrills" and it's offere at the Gas House Dance Hall in Catasauqua, Lehigh County. Our own Melanie Falcon is live there now with more.. Melanie?






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Outrage on Twitter After Female Tennis Player Asked to Twirl

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