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Thursday, July 24th, 2025
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Good morning, Bethlehem. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 24th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Bethlehem has received funding to close one of Pennsylvania's top trail gaps by connecting the South Bethlehem Greenway to the Saucon Rail Trail, with plans finalized for an old railroad section near the greenway. Construction is scheduled for 2026 to complete the network of local multi-use trails — a key link from Hellertown to Coopersburg. Lehigh Valley Live
- ➤ Wildlands Conservancy held its summer camp at Camp Olympic Park at 3120 S. Cedar Crest Blvd where 72 young campers hiked from a bus drop-off to the Dorothy Rider Pool Wildlife Sanctuary after the bridge collapsed in late April at 3701 Orchid Place while a propane truck was crossing it. Officials said they are exploring a temporary bridge that will take about six weeks to install—while a full replacement will take about six months—to restore public access as repairs continue. Lehigh Valley News
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CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Professor Scott Gordon of Lehigh University explained that Bethlehem’s Moravian community—although not focused on politics—helped by housing colonial soldiers and supplying the Continental Army during the American Revolution. His interview with WLVR’s Brad Klein is part of a series on the Lehigh Valley's role in American history as the nation nears its 250th anniversary. Lehigh Valley News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Lehigh Valley Planning Commission raised concerns at its Tuesday meeting about Atlas Industrial’s plan for a 350,400-square-foot building at 799 Smith Lane in Northampton Borough, where Greenstar Recycling once stood. Members said the unclear plans—whether the facility will serve as a warehouse, manufacturing facility or fulfillment center—pose safety and road-signage challenges that need to be addressed. WLVR
- ➤ U.S. Rep. Ryan Mackenzie held his second telephone town hall on Wednesday night in Bethlehem to answer local residents' questions on his votes for key tax and spending measures. His call followed a March event that drew over 6,000 participants — and came as tensions rose over the release of information on Jeffrey Epstein. WLVR
- ➤ Bethlehem received $3.7 million in grants to upgrade the South Bethlehem Greenway Trail Extension, Linden Street Two-Way Conversion and Broad Street Multimodal Project as part of a plan to improve the city's transit network — work that will move to design and engineering stages before construction begins in 2026. The grants include $500,000 for the trail extension, $1.8 million for converting Linden Street to two-way traffic and $1.4 million for Broad Street enhancements — projects aimed at easing congestion and boosting safety. Lehigh Valley News
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Bethlehem is planning a Gateway on Fourth project—one that features 120 mixed-income apartments near the South Bethlehem Greenway and Bethlehem Skateplaza—and over $428K in funds from Northampton and Monroe counties has been set aside for construction that will start next year with completion planned for 2027. Lehigh Valley News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Today, the IronPigs and MiLB are hosting a Guinness World Record autograph event at Coca-Cola Park—local fans can sign a 1,200-pound baseball during happy hour from 5 to 7 p.m. and at first pitch at 7:05 p.m.—the ball will then be sent to MLB headquarters in New York City for record certification. Lehigh Valley News
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Wilson Phillips Concert
8-9:30 p.m. — The Club at Wind Creek Event Center — Check website for price — Enjoy the iconic sounds of Wilson Phillips in a fun and accessible venue.
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Christmas in July Celebration
12 PM – 5 PM — The Outlets at Wind Creek — Free entry — Celebrate halfway to Christmas with festive activities and shopping deals.
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Mosaic Lamp Making Workshop
10:00 AM – 12:30 PM — Homewood Suites by Hilton Allentown-Bethlehem Airport — Cost varies — Create a stunning Turkish mosaic lamp while enjoying delicious Turkish treats.
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Nelly Performance at Musikfest 2025
12-9 p.m. — SteelStacks — Free entry — Nelly returns to Bethlehem to blend covers and originals in a solo performance at Musikfest.
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McKinney Media Presents: 4th Anniversary Photo Gala
Join McKinney Media on August 9 for a powerful celebration of creativity, innovation, and community at our 4th Anniversary Photo Gala in Bethlehem, PA. From multimedia showcases and live entertainment to gourmet cuisine and on-the-spot photography, this immersive experience honors the stories that shaped us—and the future we’re building together.
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McKinney Media Presents: 4th Anniversary Photo Gala
Join McKinney Media on August 9 for a powerful celebration of creativity, innovation, and community at our 4th Anniversary Photo Gala in Bethlehem, PA. From multimedia showcases and live entertainment to gourmet cuisine and on-the-spot photography, this immersive experience honors the stories that shaped us—and the future we’re building together.
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