James Zipprodt
News and Public Affairs DirectorJames is the News and Public Affairs Director for WDIY. He reports on stories in the Lehigh Valley and across the state which impact the region, along with managing WDIY's volunteers who help create the station's diverse line-up of public affairs programs.
Email: jamesz@wdiy.org
Phone: 610-694-8100 x3
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KidsPeace and Lehigh County are looking back on their first year of providing mental health assistance to families in need. WDIY’s James Zipprodt has more on the innovative partnership.
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A derailment involving three Norfolk Southern trains in eastern Pennsylvania is under investigation. As WDIY’s James Zipprodt reports, the company is actively trying to fend off rumors.
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PPL Electric Utilities announced the tentative sale of its former headquarters. WDIY’s James Zipprodt has more on the deal they’re saying will continue Allentown’s growth.
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The entire Lehigh Valley is invited to support foster children and families this Easter season, and as WDIY’s James Zipprodt reports, there are a few ways to do it.
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A bipartisan committee will examine the Allentown Neighborhood Improvement Zone, as well as the state’s workforce development programs. WDIY’s James Zipprodt reports on the local legislator who pushed for the investigation.
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Dorney Park and Lehigh Valley Reilly Children’s Hospital are teaming up for a special fundraiser. WDIY’s James Zipprodt has more on the collaboration.
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As Chair of Pennsylvania’s Basic Education Funding Commission, Representative Peter Schweyer of Lehigh County led the charge in releasing the recent Majority Report. WDIY’s James Zipprodt has details on the report’s contents.
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Young people in the Lehigh Valley will have an exciting opportunity to discover, create, and inspire. WDIY’s James ZIpprodt reports on a free event that will provide a day of creative exploration.
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The Civic Theatre of Allentown’s history will be preserved, thanks to a new honorary designation. WDIY’s James Zipprodt has more on the cornerstone of the Lehigh Valley’s theater scene.
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The Bethlehem Food Co-Op announced an exciting next step in their journey to opening. WDIY’s James Zipprodt has more on the community collaboration.