Two Tamaqua businesses have been cited by the Allentown enforcement office of the state liquor control board for violating the state liquor code.

Golden Spike Inn, 128 Center St., was cited on Jan. 30 for operating without a valid health permit or lease from Feb. 1 through Nov. 18, 2014.Impressions Inc., 263 Lafayette St., was cited on Feb. 19 for its manager's failure to complete RAMP training on schedule.Also cited was Johnny's Tavern Purveyor of Fine Spirits, 115 Sunbury St., Minersville, on Feb. 2 for allowing a loudspeaker to project sound beyond its property line. The violation occurred on Oct. 3 and 4, 2014.These charges will be brought before an administrative law judge who has the authority to impose penalties ranging from $50 to $1,000 for minor offenses and up to $5,000 for more serious one. Also, the judge can impose a license suspension or revocation based on the severity of the charge brought.