Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 2nd of August.
Good morning, Bethlehem.
On July 31, Allegiant pilots at the Lehigh Valley International Airport crew base ratified a two-year contract that includes $300 million in retention bonuses, improved retirement benefits, expanded leave, and tiered wage increases.
Teamsters Local 2118 reported that 1,220 of 1,233 pilots voted (80% in favor) for the deal.
Lucky Brand reopened its store at the Lehigh Valley Mall in Whitehall Township after its previous location closed a year ago.
The new store, now on the mall’s lower level between Lovisa and Miniso, offers men’s and women’s clothing with a launch sale on denim and graphic T-shirts + a free tote bag with any purchase.
This year's Musikfest began Friday, July 31 in Bethlehem and will run for 10 days, offering free music, visual arts, and family-friendly entertainment as 400+ artists perform across many stages.
The festival draws over 1 million visitors and celebrates local arts and culture.
A local girl, Megan Waksmunski, celebrated her recovery on Saturday after spending three months on life support following complications during a medical procedure.
Her mom and her medical team from St. Luke’s, Penn Presbyterian, and Good Sheppard marked the day as a fresh start.
Free dental screenings and backpacks were offered at two clinics for children on Saturday at downtown Allentown and north side Bethlehem locations — the events aimed to support community health.
Judge Ed Cahn, a former federal judge and Lehigh Valley basketball champion who scored 1,000 points at William Allen, continues playing golf at Lehigh Country Club at 93 + he competes regularly with friend Charlie Metzner and works part-time at Blank Rome Law Firm.
AJR Concert at Musikfest
7 p.m. — Musikfest — Tickets from $94.60 — Experience the energetic performance of AJR in the beautiful setting of Bethlehem Musikfest.
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