Monday, September 1st, 2025

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Good morning, Bethlehem. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 1st of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Norfolk Southern has asked Bethlehem police to notify about 30 people living in tents on a 22-acre encampment along the Lehigh River by Sept. 15 so they must leave by Dec. 15—railroad officials cited health and safety concerns like waste and open fires. Local leaders and service providers will work with affected residents as new shelter plans are discussed at a City Council meeting on Sept. 2—efforts aim to connect people with supportive housing and care. Lehigh Valley News
- ➤ Two family-owned funeral homes have united in a succession partnership to form Connell Falk Funeral Homes & Crematory, keeping trusted leaders in Bethlehem, Hellertown and Pennsburg while promising to offer compassionate care. They bring more than 175 years of combined service (a legacy of trust) and will maintain familiar local management (with consistent guidance) in each location. WFMZ
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EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Lehigh’s Faculty Senate met on Wednesday to discuss federal actions that affected visa approvals, canceled grants, and the process for tenure reviews — President Helble and Provost Urban explained that while some funding was lost, two grants were reinstated and professors can still teach freely. Faculty requested the meeting and the next session is set for Sept. 5. The Brown and White
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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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