Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 26th of June.
Good morning, Bethlehem.
💼 Business
Three local iHeartMedia radio hosts, including the B104 morning team and a WZZO midday host, were let go this week as part of cost-cutting layoffs.
Fans worry that replacing them with out-of-market voices might erode the stations' community connection.
🎭 Culture
A Latin festival called Sabor is set to celebrate vibrant music, dance, and food at SteelStacks campus.
The event will offer community members a taste of local culture.
📰 Economy
In May, LVIA saw a 4.75% rise with 91,606 passengers as United, Allegiant, and Delta increased their numbers while American Airlines dropped 6%.
American Airlines began nonstop service to O’Hare on June 4 (with daily departures at 6 a.m. and late afternoon).
Gerrity’s Supermarkets said 80% lean ground beef costs $4.99 per pound for July 4th cookouts—up $1 from last year—while steak, hot dogs and most produce remain stable.
Tomato prices may ease as romaine costs rise because of weather issues.
🎓 Education
Seven Diocese of Allentown schools have received $450k in Targeted Safety Grant funding to upgrade physical security, add mental health support, and enhance wellness programs during the 2026 to 2027 school year.
The awards came via a statewide process where schools competed for a share of $20.7M.
🏛️ Government
Lehigh Valley Planning Commission reviewed a revised plan for Project Atlas at 2493 N.
Cedar Crest Blvd in South Whitehall Township. The proposal features a 410-acre data center complex and a new road connecting Cedar Crest Boulevard to Mauch Chunk Road to improve regional alignment with LVPC comments.
🎉 Bethlehem Events
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Jimmy Buffett's Coral Reefer Band
7:30 PM — Wind Creek Event Center — Ticket prices may vary — Enjoy an evening of classic island tunes with the Coral Reefer Band.
Slap Dragon Concert
7:30 p.m. — Levitt Pavilion SteelStacks — Tickets available — Experience a high-energy performance by Slap Dragon in a beautiful outdoor setting.
Bethlehem Blueberry Festival Performance
2:30-4 p.m. — Burnside Plantation — Free entry — Enjoy a lively 90-minute duo set at the blueberry festival.
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