Good morning, Bethlehem.

A May fire damaged the Five10 Flats building and officials say repairs are underway with a hoped-for move-in for residents as soon as January—local businesses like El Jefe’s Taqueria plan to reopen on Aug.

30 while Mr. Lee’s Noodles is set to follow in the coming weeks.

A new Bubbakoo’s Burritos restaurant opened today at 1892 Leithsville Road in Lower Saucon Township.

The restaurant gives free burritos to the first 50 guests and will raffle an iPad—Nivas Patel owns and operates the location.

Four former Lehigh University students from Ghana, accused of inflating grades and faking transcripts to fraudulently gain $590K in financial aid, had charges dropped, pleaded no contest to lesser charges, or opted for trial — none admitted wrongdoing and all will be deported back to Ghana.

More than 70,000 players, coaches, and fans came to Williamsport for the 78th Little League Baseball World Series, which brought an estimated $40 million into Pennsylvania’s economy—helping local businesses thrive.

Governor Shapiro, who attended the game yesterday, said his team will use new funding to support future improvements—ensuring that more visitors will come in the years ahead.

Today, Lehigh University kicked off the fall semester by hosting its annual club expo on Memorial Walkway where hundreds of organizations recruited students—drawing strong campus interest.

The Bethlehem Area School District Board of Directors approved a measure on Monday that lets the district refinance its variable-rate debt with up to $35.8 million in fixed-rate bonds—ending previous swap agreements.

Superintendent Jack Silva said the decision capped a long process that began when the district first took on variable-rate debt in 2008.

Karen Trinkle was named superintendent of Southern Lehigh School District on Monday night with a five-year contract effective immediately until June 30—she will earn an annual salary of $190,000 with benefits.

She replaces Michael Mahon as the board works to move the district forward.

More than 100 first responders in Northampton County attended a safety demonstration Monday night to learn about the risks of live power lines energized to 7200 volts—experts presented ten common emergency scenarios to help them work safely.

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.

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.

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.

LKV September Open House

1-5 p.m. — Lehigh & Keystone Valley Model Railroad Museum — $8, children 12 and under free — Explore an expansive 5,000 sq ft display of model railroads depicting local history from the late 50s to early 70s.