Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 26th of March.
Good morning, Bethlehem.
Ramapo College students identified remains found near the Delaware River on the 300 block of River Road as those of Maria Quinones Garcia—an Allentown woman missing since 2014—solving a decades-old cold case with DNA testing and samples from her children.
Thirty-five employers attended a job fair at Lehigh Valley Mall on Tuesday, March 25th from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. Local job seekers had the opportunity to connect with potential employers.
Bethlehem Area School District faces a nearly $10 million deficit for 2025-26 and is planning a 4% tax increase + spending cuts to support classroom programs while the board prepares to vote by May 12.
On Tuesday, the Lehigh Valley Planning Commission’s Environment Committee reviewed plans to update sewage systems in Upper Saucon and Palmer townships by extending the North Branch Interceptor to serve several developments and replacing the outdated Sheridan Drive Pump Station with a sewer extension to Bethlehem Township's system. The committee also advanced a hazardous waste permit renewal for Bethlehem Apparatus Company’s facility near Interstate 78—officials said no adverse environmental impacts have been recorded.
A charter school in Allentown has paused its stadium project after the Lehigh Valley IronPigs raised parking concerns near Coca-Cola Park—officials will review the plan on April 8 in city council chambers.
Separately, the LVPC approved a review of a Bethlehem rezoning application to change a four acre parcel at 8th Avenue and Martin Court to a shopping center district, with further discussion planned for Thursday at 7 p.m.
At its 30th Anniversary Meeting on March 18, LVEDC chose Stephen Hoff of Crayola as Board Chair and six new board members from major local companies and groups.
Hoff said the board will guide new economic projects + the meeting also re-elected three members and honored five outgoing ones + this new board shows stronger local leadership.
Yacht Rock Revue Concert
Enjoy an evening of smooth tunes at the Yacht Rock Revue concert featuring popular retro hits at The Wind Creek Event Center.
Pascuala Ilabaca and Fauna: An Evening of Chilean Music
Experience the captivating sounds of Pascuala Ilabaca, an accordion-wielding Chilean singer-songwriter who is a rising star in the Latin American music scene.
Out of Towners Featuring Kirk Griffiths and Friends
7:30 p.m. — SteelStacks — $13 | $12 ages 25 and under & senior | $11.50 ArtsQuest Member — Enjoy a night of live entertainment with Kirk Griffiths and friends.
On-Site Tour at Traditions of Hanover
Explore a senior living community that offers a maintenance-free lifestyle with meals, housekeeping, and various supportive services.
Peter Frampton's Let's Do It Again Tour
7:00-9:30 p.m. — The Club at Wind Creek Event Center — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate rock legend Peter Frampton's 60 years of touring with his iconic performances.
Burt Bacharach Songbook Concert
8:00-9:30 p.m. — Wind Creek Event Center — Cost Info N/A — Relish in the iconic melodies of Burt Bacharach performed live.
Glam in the Vinyl Garden
12-6 p.m. — The Ice House — $3 admission, Kids free — Celebrate community with live music, vinyl vendors, and a vibrant pop culture bazaar.
Dancing with the Stars Live!
7:30-11:30 p.m. — Wind Creek Event Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the glitz and glamour of Hollywood’s favorite dance competition in a thrilling live performance.
AAUW Bethlehem Book Fair
2-6 p.m. — Bethlehem Municipal Ice Rink — Free entry — Discover thousands of books at the annual AAUW Book Fair benefiting local education initiatives.
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