Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 15th of August.
Good morning, Bethlehem.
🏘️ Community
Palmer Township Community Weekend continues with rides, food, music, fireworks on Saturday & a K9 demonstration at 6:30 p.m., uniting over 28 nonprofits to support local groups.
The annual event began Wednesday and runs until Sunday at Fairview Park.
🎭 Culture
Seven restaurants in the Lehigh Valley will join the Vegan Chef Challenge from Sept.
1 to Sept. 30. Local diners can sample innovative vegan dishes and vote on favorites as Vegan Outreach hosts the competition with winners announced in October.
📰 Economy
Developers submitted a revised data center plan in Lower Mount Bethel Township after community input, reducing the project footprint to preserve farmland + limit resource impact.
Township supervisors will review the updated proposal at a public hearing on Monday, Aug. 17 at 7:00 p.m.
🏛️ Government
Pennsylvania American Water will introduce new water and wastewater rates this week to fund $1.2 billion in system upgrades and expanded affordability programs that help eligible customers manage past-due bills.
The changes are designed to support safe, reliable service across the region.
🏈 Sports
WFMZ-TV crew will face the Patriots Old-Timers in a softball doubleheader benefiting the Alzheimer's Association.
The friendly game will unite community members and support local research and care.
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