Bethlehem
Today
Friday, April 10th, 2026
Good morning, Bethlehem. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 10th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Jason Powell—an Associate Chief Engineer from Nazareth who attended local public schools—helped develop the rockets that launched Artemis II into space and says the mission nears its dangerous re-entry as astronauts will prepare to break through Earth's atmosphere at 5,000 degrees. WFMZ
- ➤ During a Thursday town hall in Lower Mt. Bethel, residents opposed a proposed data center that would add 500 jobs and bring up to $8 million in tax revenue. Developers say the project is in early planning stages and needs approval before moving ahead over five to seven years. WFMZ
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Mike Moore and Leila Ehtesham lead students at Mountaintop Design Labs to turn ideas into projects using a woodshop, metal shop, laser cutters, and 3D printers (with safe practices) on campus. Their hands-on mentoring builds practical skills and confidence for learners from architecture, engineering, art, and science. The Brown and White
- ➤ Lehigh students face severe stress and health issues from a dense exam schedule this spring, and campus experts say the current exam culture harms well-being (they are calling for new testing methods to better balance academic challenge and health). The Brown and White
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Lehigh University won the Blood Donor Madness challenge held Thursday at Coca-Cola Park, earning 77 new donors + a $10,000 check for its scholarship fund among 13 local colleges. Miller-Keystone Blood Center organized the contest to boost awareness and registration of younger donors. WFMZ
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Bethlehem Planning Commission approved Lehigh University's new East Hill Residence Halls project on Thursday at 110 Mountain Drive South + 65-66 University Dr. The 23,394 sqft dorm will include 371 beds across 265 dwelling units and must meet city stormwater and fire access rules. WFMZ
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ ArtsQuest announced that SteelStacks will host SoccerFest throughout June and early July, featuring live broadcasts of every FIFA World Cup 26 match, youth programming, live music & food and more. Key events include a talk with historian Dan Morrison on June 20 at the Bethlehem Visitor Center. WFMZ
- ➤ Freedom won its boys lacrosse game over Liberty (15-3) last week with five goals from Chase Sipel while the three city teams shared only three wins overall; Freedom now prepares to face Bethlehem Catholic, Moravian Academy and Pope John XXIII this weekend. Bethlehem Press
- ➤ Freedom’s volleyball team remains undefeated at 8-0 after sweeping seven of eight matches, including a March 26 win over Parkland and a marquee sweep over Whitehall to secure their District 11 lead. They will face Easton and Pocono Mountain East later this week. Bethlehem Press
- ➤ Craig Anderson, ’60, started with a local softball team and pitched for the inaugural Mets before returning to coach at Lehigh + his long career and mentoring shaped a legacy that influences local sports. The Brown and White
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Lake Street Dive Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — The Club at Wind Creek Event Center — $165/each — Experience an energetic live performance from Lake Street Dive in Bethlehem.
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LKV April Sidewalk Sale
10 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Lehigh & Keystone Valley Model Railroad Museum — Free entry — Browse and shop from over 30 vendors at this annual community sale.
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Healthy Kids Running Series - Bethlehem PA (Race #3)
Course run — Expected 100-500 participants — Bethlehem, Pennsylvania — Fun and healthy activity for kids of all ages.
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Healthy Kids Running Series - Race #4
Kids running event — All day — Bethlehem Pennsylvania — Registration fee applicable — Encouraging a healthy lifestyle through fun running activities.
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