Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 16th of August.
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🏘️ Community
Bethany and Nativity Cathedral hosted their 4th annual back to school carnival Saturday in Bethlehem, offering free school supplies, games for kids + community resources to support families.
Past events have given away over 500 backpacks to help students start the year prepared.
🎭 Culture
Solo Expressions Dance Studio hosted a K-pop-themed end-of-summer showcase yesterday in Bethlehem to mark its fifth anniversary — the inclusive event featured diverse dance styles and encouraged creative self-expression.
🌲 Environment
In Bethlehem, hydrangeas show blooms that turn pink or blue with the soil and hibiscus display bright five-petal flowers in local gardens and parks this late summer — offering a colorful scene for residents to enjoy.
🏛️ Government
Former Lehigh County District Attorney Jim Martin died Saturday afternoon at age 81 after serving for more than two decades from 1998 until his retirement in January 2024; community leaders and officials praised his role in modernizing law enforcement practices and keeping neighborhoods safe.
🏥 Health
WFMZ held a charity softball game that raised funds for the Alzheimer's association as players competed in two 7-inning games against the Pates Park Old Timers.
The event united local supporters in a meaningful drive to boost community health.
St. Luke’s University Health Network’s Vascular Surgery team won the Dr. Larry Kraiss Quality Award on Aug.
14 after maintaining a three-star rating for eight consecutive years—making it the only system in Pennsylvania or New Jersey to earn the honor.
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