Northampton County Department of Community & Economic Development

09/15/2026

PRESS RELEASE - SEPTEMBER 15, 2026

Free Tech Training for Northampton County Residents Offered at LVH-Hecktown Oaks by
the Digital Navigators Coalition

[Northampton County, PA] –County Executive Tara Zrinski and the Northampton County Department of Community & Economic Development (DCED) are inviting residents to a free Digital Navigator Tech Training on October 14 from 9:00 a.m.- Noon at Lehigh Valley Hospital–Hecktown Oaks, 3780 Hecktown Road, Easton.

The event will pair hands-on tech help with community health resources. The Lehigh Valley Health Network, part of Jefferson Health Mobile Health Care Coach will be on site offering free health screenings, and additional community partners—including AARP, the Northampton County Department of Aging, and United Way, among others—will be on hand with information and giveaways.

Digital Navigators provide free, in-person, one-on-one support for residents looking to build their digital skills and confidence. Navigators can help with:
• Setting up and troubleshooting laptops, tablets, and smartphones
• Connecting to the internet and understanding low-cost connectivity options
• Everyday online tasks, including web navigation, online bill pay, email, and attachments
• Downloading and using apps

Some Digital Navigators also offer specialized support in areas such as healthcare technology, and for specific populations, including people with disabilities, returning citizens, higher education students, and caregivers of K-12 students.

“Access to technology and the internet is no longer a luxury, it’s essential to accessing education, employment, health care, and government services,” said County Executive Tara Zrinski. “This training is about meeting residents where they are and giving them the tools and confidence to fully participate in our digital world. I’m grateful to our community partners for coming together to make this event possible.”

Free refreshments will be provided for those who register. Registration is encouraged, as space may be limited. Attendees should bring their smart devices with them for one-on-one assistance.

To register or learn more, contact the Northampton County Department of Community & Economic Development at (610) 829-6309.

08/18/2026

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07/14/2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Northampton County – July 13, 2025

Northampton County Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED) Accepting Applications for Public Safety Grants

[Northampton County, PA]– County Executive Tara Zrinski and the Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED) announce that the County of Northampton will accept applications for 2026 Public Safety Grants from July 20 through August 28, 2026.

Public Safety Grants are available to Northampton County’s municipal and volunteer Police, Fire and Emergency Medical Service (EMS) organizations. The grants can be used for capital improvements, vehicle purchase, equipment purchase, and training. Eligible organizations can apply for up to $20,000 per application or project.

Approvals are scheduled to be announced in December 2026.

“We do this each year because we know how important our emergency management organizations are,” says Executive Zrinski. “We want to ensure our first responders are equipped with everything they need to serve the residents of Northampton County before a crisis happens, not after.”

Interested organizations can apply by visiting the Northampton County Participant Portal hosted by Neighborly Software at: https://portal.neighborlysoftware.com/NORTHAMPTONCOUNTYPA/participant

Registration is required on the Participant Portal in order to apply.

Program inquiries should be directed to:
Northampton County Department of Community & Economic Development
Sarah Ortiz
610-829-6308
[email protected]

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07/14/2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Northampton County – July 14, 2026



Northampton County Announces 2026 Annual Awards Ceremony Call for Nominations



Who: Northampton County Executive Tara Zrinski and the Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED)

What: DCED Seeking Northampton County Resident Award Nominations for 2026 County Awards Ceremony

When: Nomination deadline September 21, 2026 at 4:00 p.m.

Where: Courtroom 1 at the Northampton County Courthouse

[Northampton County, PA] – Northampton County will hold its 2026 Annual Awards Ceremony on Thursday, October 8, at 5:00 p.m. in Courtroom 1 at the Northampton County Courthouse.

Northampton County will present awards to residents in the categories of Volunteer, Youth, Business, Veteran, Samaritan, and Emergency Personnel.

Community members are encouraged to nominate deserving individuals and organizations using the form on the DCED website at https://www.norcopa.gov/dced. To submit a nomination, please contact Dawn Tomaino at [email protected].

Nominations for Outstanding City and Municipal Employees will be submitted directly by their municipalities.

The event is free and open to the public.

06/15/2026

We are delighted to participate in this prominent event alongside our partners from Lehigh University SBDC and the Easton PA Official tomorrow, and look forward to connecting with you at The Taste of The Food Industry.

06/03/2026

05/16/2026

We look forward to seeing you at the annual county festival tomorrow! 11-5 at Louise Moore Park. Pick up the free LANTA shuttle at Rt.33 park and ride!

04/24/2026

We aren't allowing a little rain to get in the way of our Earth Day Festival! The event will be moving inside. Join us in the Northampton Community College Center Building - 2nd Floor!

04/13/2026

NORTHAMPTON COUNTY PRESS RELEASE:

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Northampton County - April 13, 2026

Northampton County to Accept Applications for 2026 Grow NORCO Program Grants

WHO: Tara Zrinski and Department of Community and Economic Development

WHAT: 2026 Grow NORCO Program Grants for nonprofits and municipalities

WHEN: Applications open April 20 – May 29, 2026 at 4:00 p.m.

[Northampton County, PA] – County Executive Tara Zrinski and the Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED) announce that the County of Northampton will accept applications for the 2026 Grow NORCO Program from April 20 until 4:00 p.m. on May 29, 2026.

Grow NORCO grants are available to a federally registered nonprofit entity, 501(C)(3) or 501(C)(4) or a municipal entity located within Northampton County. Grant funds can be used for Capital Improvements, Quality of Life Initiatives, Façade Programs, Operations and Community Planning. Eligible organizations can apply for up to $50,000.

Awards will be announced in December 2026 and all projects must be completed by December 31, 2027.

Interested organizations can apply by visiting the Northampton County Participant Portal hosted by Neighborly Software at: https://portal.neighborlysoftware.com/NORTHAMPTONCOUNTYPA/participant

Registration is required on the Participant Portal in order to apply.

Program inquiries should be directed to:

Northampton County Department of Community & Economic Development
Sarah Ortiz
610-829-6308
[email protected]