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Tuesday, August 19th, 2025
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Good morning, Bethlehem. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 19th of August.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ On Sunday, Aug. 17, a head-on crash in the 1000 block of West Pennsylvania Avenue in Plainfield Township injured a Slate Belt officer and a civilian driver, and both were taken to area hospitals. Pennsylvania State Police are investigating the accident that occurred at 1:30 a.m.—more details may be released later. Lehigh Valley Live
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CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Route 22 Filmworks Film Festival returns to Charles A. Brown Ice House on Aug. 23 from noon to 9 p.m. as it screens 39 short films, including works by local students from several Pennsylvania schools — and audiences will vote for favorites after each block. Lehigh Valley News
- ➤ Richard Master and Toby Hubner’s documentary The $238 Million Apartment examines America's rising wealth gap and holds its premiere today at Frank Banko Alehouse Cinemas at SteelStacks in Bethlehem with proceeds benefitting the Lehigh Valley Justice Institute. Lehigh Valley Live
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ A new analysis by Upgraded Points finds that college graduates in Pennsylvania earn $7,370 more than needed for essentials—making the state one of the more affordable options for young professionals. The study compares local cost-of-living data with national figures to show how earnings can influence a graduate's financial outlook. WFMZ
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ School districts are feeling the impact as state lawmakers delay a budget that is now weeks overdue. The Bethlehem Area School District faces nearly a $30 million gap but has enough funds in the short term—officials say urgent action is needed to prevent further challenges. WFMZ
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Bethlehem’s backyard astronomers can still see a shooting star this week—even though the Perseid meteor shower peaked on Aug. 12 and 13—as the waning moon deepens the dark skies. Local experts suggest finding a clear view as the meteor shower runs through Aug. 17 to 23. WLVR
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2025 PHCA Convention and Expo
8 a.m. - 12 p.m. — Wind Creek Bethlehem — Registration required — Network with over 400 long-term care leaders and gain valuable insights at this comprehensive industry expo.
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Dorothy in Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Musikfest Café — Check for ticket prices — Experience the hard rocking neo blues quintet Dorothy with their powerhouse vocals and anthemic melodies.
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Steel Nation Shaves for the Brave
4-8 p.m. — Steel Club — Admission required — Enjoy an evening of fun, food, and fundraising to support childhood cancer research.
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