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Thursday, April 3rd, 2025
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Good morning, Bethlehem. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 3rd of April.
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BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Mega Millions will raise its ticket price from $2 to $5 for the April 8 drawing—this change replaces extra features with an integrated random multiplier that improves odds for jackpot and non-jackpot prizes and resets the starting jackpot to $50 million if no one wins. Players with winning tickets from earlier draws will receive payouts based on the previous rules if they claim their prizes on time. WLVR
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Justin Noel Hale—an Easton man—pleaded guilty to an armed robbery at a Bethlehem apartment on March 29th, 2020 and was sentenced to 15–30 years in state prison for threatening a victim with a gun and stealing $3,500 and jewelry, according to the Northampton County DA's Office. WFMZ
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ AARP Pennsylvania warned adults 50 and older on April 2 that IRS impersonation scams are on the rise as tax season nears, noting that fraudsters use phone calls, letters, emails, and door knocks to pressure people into making untraceable payments – residents should always verify any unexpected IRS contact. WFMZ
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ State records show that in 2023 the Department of Aging stopped tracking why older adults died during active abuse and neglect investigations—county agencies now review such deaths internally without linking them to earlier investigative steps. This policy change followed a steep rise in fatalities and has raised concerns about accountability. WFMZ
- ➤ Bethlehem launched a ten-year plan titled 40 in 10: Every Park in Ten Years that will renovate 40 neighborhood parks and address uneven amenities—Mayor Reynolds said public meetings, surveys and secured funding will guide improvements starting after the final master plan is completed by October. The Brown and White
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Entering the 2024-25 season, Lehigh’s first-year forwards Hank Alvey, Alfredo Addesa and Edouard Benoit stepped up when injuries sidelined key players, forcing them to adapt quickly to college competition. Their summer workouts helped them learn the coach’s expectations — and strong bonds with teammates eased their transition on the court. The Brown and White
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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Melissa Etheridge Live Concert
7:30 PM – 1:30 AM — Wind Creek Event Center — Check website for pricing — Experience the soulful sounds of Melissa Etheridge in a vibrant live performance.
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Historic Downtown Campus Preview Day
10 AM — Moravian Academy — Free entry — Discover the unique offerings of Moravian Academy campuses with an immersive experience for prospective families.
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