Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 27th of August.
Good morning, Bethlehem.
🎓 Education
At Monday night’s board meeting, parent Brooke Molina presented a petition (52 signatures) urging the relocation of a bus stop placed on Route 412 and Princeton Avenue due to safety concerns for students crossing busy traffic.
The district is reviewing the site before the school year moves forward.
Child advocates at Turning Point of Lehigh Valley urge parents to post back-to-school photos with a blank background and limit how long images remain public (social media stories disappear in 24 hours).
🌲 Environment
A nearly total lunar eclipse will peak tonight into early Friday, with the moon reaching 96% coverage if weather permits for local sky watchers.
However, heavy cloud cover is forecast in the region, which may limit views.
🏛️ Government
US Commerce Secretary and Rep. Mackenzie will visit the one-of-a-kind Bethlehem forge (a key supplier for defense, energy, and mining industries) today.
🏥 Health
Pennsylvania health authorities have confirmed 393 measles cases statewide this year, including 2 preventable deaths in unvaccinated residents from Lancaster County—a first in 35 years.
Lehigh Valley reported 2 cases among children, and local providers are stepping up vaccination efforts (Bethlehem Health Bureau is monitoring the situation).
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