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The Lafayette

The Oldest College Newspaper in Pennsylvania

The Lafayette

The Oldest College Newspaper in Pennsylvania

The Lafayette

Easton

The May 19 primary will occur months after Lafayette College hosted a forum for Pennsylvania 7th District Democratic candidates.

Easton election guide: 2026 primary election

By Connor Harris, Movie Columnist April 24, 2026

Four Democrats will compete for a spot to challenge incumbent U.S. Rep. Ryan Mackenzie in Pennsylvania’s 7th District in the primary election on May 19. The race is among many contested positions, with...

Construction on the Grand Square Hotel is anticipated to wrap up by the end of 2026.

Downtown hotel construction continues

By Makenna McCall, Assistant News Editor April 10, 2026

Construction on a new hotel in Easton’s Centre Square is slated to conclude at the end of the year, with a grand opening currently expected in time for Lafayette College’s Class of 2027 graduation. The...

The grants were announced after Easton community members hosted a community block party supporting Hotel Hampton fire victims.

State funds Easton fire recovery efforts

By Harrison Meyer, Assistant News Editor March 13, 2026

Federal and state funding is heading Easton’s way, following a February fire that ravaged multiple downtown buildings. Gov. Josh Shapiro announced on March 6 that the state’s request for federal...

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