Bethlehem
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Thursday, September 11th, 2025
Good morning, Bethlehem. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 11th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Bill Lippincott, a Navy veteran from Center Valley with a leg amputation, spent the end of summer learning to surf in California at a national sports clinic hosted by the Veterans Administration—he finally found his balance and felt like he won the lottery. WFMZ
- ➤ Second Harvest Food Bank in East Allen Township has struggled to secure fresh produce for its clients after federal funding cuts at the end of July. It began a spring partnership with America's Grow-A-Row— a 423-acre nonprofit farm from New Jersey— to help feed the 110,000 people it serves each month in the Lehigh Valley. WFMZ
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Morgan Freeman will present his Symphonic Blues Experience at Zoellner Arts Center at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 12th—sold out with a waitlist available as the show blends young blues musicians with a symphonic orchestra and Freeman’s narration on the history of the blues. Lehigh Valley News
- ➤ On Sept. 13, Bethlehem’s sister city commission will host free concerts to mark 80 years since WWII ended and celebrate its bond with Tondabayashi—events include a peace mural unveiling with Japanese taiko drumming at Payrow Plaza at 1 p.m., a peace concert at the Bethlehem Area Public Library from 1:30 to 4 p.m., and the Strings of Hope multimedia performance at Congregation Brith Sholom at 8 p.m. Lehigh Valley News
- ➤ Railroad Records opened on Vine Street in South Side Bethlehem in August and sells vinyls, CDs & tapes with local memorabilia while offering fair prices and personalized service to artists and students. The Brown and White
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Lackawanna College plans to open a satellite center for skilled trades in Bethlehem in spring 2026. The 42,000 square foot facility will offer courses in welding + fabrication, carpentry, and electrical technology to meet local workforce needs. WFMZ
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Pennsylvania Game Commission is asking local residents to report sick or dead deer as EHD has been confirmed in four northwestern counties and tests in other areas are pending — officials say the virus, spread by midges, causes fever, swelling and death in white-tailed deer. Lehigh Valley Live
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Lehigh County commissioner Zach Cole-Borghi was arrested on drug charges at Bethlehem City Hall last month and denied selling drugs while saying he will not resign as he waits for due process—supporters and critics of his role have also voiced their opinions. WFMZ
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Liberty High School boys soccer team won its third straight game over the Nazareth Blue Eagles on Sept. 10, 2025 with goals from senior Chris Santos and junior Brody Hunsberger that improved their record to 6-1. The Hurricanes started the Eastern Pennsylvania Conference contest strong and continue to build on their successful season. Lehigh Valley Live
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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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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.
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Celtic Classic Festival
12:30 PM – 1:30 AM — 305 Conestoga St, Bethlehem, PA — Free to attend — Experience a vibrant celebration of Celtic culture with music, competitions, and activities for all ages.
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Bethlehem Oktoberfest 2025
4-11 p.m. — New Street Pub — Ticket required — Celebrate Oktoberfest with a bar crawl featuring beer, food, and live music at multiple venues.
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Dan Tepfer – Inventions/Reinventions Dinner Concert & Fundraiser
Evening — Time TBD — ArtsQuest Center at SteelStacks — Ticketed event — Experience a journey through Bach’s works infused with modern improvisation by pianist Dan Tepfer.
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aGirl & aGuy Band Performance at Oktoberfest
3-4 p.m. — ArtsQuest Center at SteelStacks — Entry info unavailable — Enjoy lively music under the beer tent at Oktoberfest.
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Pepperwine Concert
3-4 p.m. — ArtsQuest Center at SteelStacks — Cost not specified — Enjoy the melodic sounds of Pepperwine and immerse yourself in a remarkable music experience.
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