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Sunday, June 8th, 2025
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Good morning, Bethlehem. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 8th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Bethlehem is launching its Blue Zone Project downtown, where a well-being trail will offer workshops, music, and a salsa class. City leaders say the program will give residents a new way to enjoy outdoor activities—boosting community health and active living. WFMZ
- ➤ Lehigh University’s annual Great Southside Sale takes place at Broughal Middle School athletic field in Bethlehem where donated items are resold below thrift store prices to support South Side youth programs + Carolina Hernandez said the event has helped fund field trips and expand theater programs. WFMZ
- ➤ Lower Mount Bethel Township’s fire department put its new Chevy 6500 Vengeant Apparatus Sandstorm brush truck into service this week to help fight 12 spring brush fires in local fields and woods. The truck, featuring a 400-gallon water tank and cab-operated sweeps, was partly funded by a $100,000 donation from Suzanne Mauser & her husband, while the remaining cost is paid with fire tax funds. Lehigh Valley Live
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CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Former Lehigh student Henry Dabuo entered a no contest plea on May 19 for securing execution of documents by deception—charges for forgery and theft of services were withdrawn and he was released to an immigration detainer on that day. The Brown and White
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Palmer Township officials introduced the first public meeting for the Bushkill Creek Greenway Master Plan — a community-driven project to improve flood mitigation, park access, and facility updates. They ask residents to complete a survey open until June 15 — with additional public presentations planned for August and October. Lehigh Valley News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On Saturday, June 7th, Bethlehem hosted the 49th annual Rugby Sevens tournament where 32 teams from New Jersey, New York, Maryland, and Pennsylvania played about 70 fast-paced matches. The championships were held in the afternoon and the sevens format featured seven minute halves and seven players per side—a push to boost Rugby in the region. WFMZ
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Father's Day Pop Up
12-5 p.m. — The Outlets at Wind Creek — Vendor space starts at $45 — Shop unique items from local small businesses to celebrate dads.
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Cars & Coffee
9 a.m. – 12 p.m. — SteelStacks — Free entry — Experience the warmth of community and admire a stunning showcase of cars over coffee and breakfast.
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Totally 80's Tour
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Wind Creek Event Center — Ticket prices vary — Relive the vibrant music of the 80's with performances by Big Country, Tommy Tutone, Gene Loves Jezebel, and Bow Wow Wow.
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¡Sabor! Latin Festival
7-11 p.m. — Levitt Pavilion SteelStacks — Free admission — Celebrate Latin heritage with vibrant music, delicious food, and family-friendly fun.
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Zeppelin Reimagined
8-9 p.m. — Musikfest Café — $30-$40 — Experience a groundbreaking tribute to Led Zeppelin with innovative arrangements and a visual spectacle.
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Mosaic Lamp Making Workshop
10:00 AM – 12:30 PM — Homewood Suites by Hilton Allentown-Bethlehem Airport — Cost varies — Create your own vibrant mosaic lamp while enjoying Turkish treats.
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Allentown Band Concert
8:30-10:00 p.m. — Levitt Pavilion SteelStacks — Free entry — Celebrate Independence Day with the Allentown Band's patriotic music and solo performances.
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