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The Lafayette

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The Oldest College Newspaper in Pennsylvania

The Lafayette

Small Business Spotlight

Launchpad Bikes owner Jimmy Madden has been working on bikes since 2001.

New downtown bike shop puts up kickstand

By Nathan Oun, Staff Writer May 1, 2026

Warming weather means it’s time to put rubber to the pavement again. Whether you’re looking to fix a tire or invest in a new pair of wheels to make the journey downtown a little easier, Launchpad Bikes...

The Reptile Depot has a lot of reptiles, including snakes.

Slither on in to The Reptile Depot

By Andreas Pelekis, News Editor March 6, 2026

On Easton’s South 25th street, fish, snakes and lizards coexist in a harmonious, humid ecosystem. “There’s not a lot of us around,” said Pat Kline, co-owner of The Reptile Depot, about reptile...

Vera Cafe's owners pride themselves on the shop's long open hours.

New Easton cafe keeps it Turkish

By Gabriela Perilli, Staff Writer February 27, 2026

A recently opened Turkish coffeehouse is bringing refreshing combinations of traditional blends with unique signature flavors to downtown Easton. “The nice thing about owning your own spot is you...

Andreas Pelekis '26 boxed for the first time last month. It was interesting.

Easton’s biggest boxing bout

Inside the city’s new boxing facility
By Andreas Pelekis, News Editor December 5, 2025

Newly checked off my college bucket list: putting on boxing gloves for the first time in the lobby of an Easton apartment building. Photo Editor Austin Carey ‘27 and I — who are better versed in...

The Whiff Shop features at least 250 perfumes from 35 brands.

Get a sniff of The Whiff Shop

By Selma O’Malley, Managing Editor November 14, 2025

Ever wanted to smell like a circus? Or maybe a Neanderthal? How about ocean moss? New to downtown Easton, The Whiff Shop, the only niche perfume store in the Lehigh Valley, carries these unique scents...

Angel's House of Design is on 430 Northampton St. in downtown Easton.

Stitching Easton’s alternative scene

By Ella Selnick, Contributing Writer October 31, 2025

An alternative clothing store in Easton offers the perfect style for Halloween and beyond. “I just want you to feel good and happy in my clothes,” said Annemarie “Angel” Dralus, owner and designer...

The owners of Lucky Gal Vintage have been dating for five years.

New downtown vintage shop gives Y2K new life

By Jack Davey, Contributing Writer October 10, 2025

“Give your clothes a second chance, not your ex,” read a sign outside of the newest thrifting find in Easton, Lucky Gal Vintage. “We try to be as accessible, affordable to every tax bracket, every...

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