Good morning, Bethlehem.

DHL Supply Chain will close its Hanover Township facility on Feb.

28, 2026—leaving 66 workers to search for new jobs as a customer reorganizes its distribution operations.

Celtic Classic Highland Games and Festival began on Friday in Bethlehem and will run through Sunday with better weather than in past years—organizers expect 180,000 to 200,000 visitors to enjoy highland games, live music, and food.

The event brings Celtic culture to life with competitions and community activities that attract people from near and far.

Cedar Crest College and DeSales University launched their fall season shows as The Marvelous Wonderettes Glee Club Edition ran from Sept.

25 to 29 at Samuels Theater and DeSales University Act 1 staged Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike from Sept. 25 to Oct. 5. The productions mix musical comedy and drama with set times—such as a 7 p.m. start at Cedar Crest and a 7:30 p.m. slot at DeSales—to offer local theater fans varied options.

Students and faculty at Lehigh showcased artworks about mental health at Mountaintop Campus on Sept 18—exhibiting pieces in digital design, painting, embroidery, and sculpting that explored topics like obsessive-compulsive disorder and cultural identity.

The exhibition offered a look into personal struggles and resilience through creative expression.

A global food and beverage company, Kerry, is opening a new coffee roasting and extraction facility in Hanover Township that is expected to create at least 61 full time jobs over the next three years.

The project includes a funding proposal from the Department of Community and Economic Development — with a Pennsylvania First grant and a WEDnetPA grant — to help train workers.

Occupational therapy students from Cedar Crest College held a fall prevention workshop at Lehigh County Senior Centers Friday, where seniors learned practical tips to reduce tripping hazards and increase mobility.

Doctoral student Trey Berringer assessed participants and offered clear guidance on clearing home spaces—helping seniors gain confidence in daily activities.

Northampton County human services workers from SEIU Local 668 gathered Friday outside the human services building in Bethlehem Township to protest possible furloughs affecting about 175 workers starting Oct.

20 amid a state budget impasse. County officials said the furlough tool would be used only as a last resort, while union leaders and county critics urged measures such as a short-term loan to keep essential services operating—raising concerns about support for vulnerable residents.

The northbound lanes of the Northeast Extension of the Pennsylvania Turnpike will be closed from midnight to 6 a.m. Sunday for a bridge replacement project between Quakertown (Exit 44) and Lehigh Valley (Exit 56).

Pennsylvania State Police and Turnpike personnel will guide drivers onto a detour using PA Route 663, PA Route 309, Interstate 78, and U.S. Route 22.

St. Luke's uses Gleamer BoneView AI to help doctors spot small fractures by scanning images for tiny breaks—this digital assistant speeds up care to ensure patients get prompt follow-up.

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.

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.

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.

Hairball Concert

8:00 – 9:30 PM — The Club at Wind Creek Event Center — Tickets from $44 — Experience an electrifying night of live music with Hairball.

Mark Morris Dance Group Performance

7:30-9:00 p.m. — Zoellner Arts Center — Cost info not provided — Experience the vibrant creativity of the Mark Morris Dance Group, focusing on community, access, and diversity.

Kathleen Edwards Concert

7:30-11:30 p.m. — Musikfest Café — Tickets available — Experience Kathleen Edwards as she performs her holiday hit 'It's Christmastime (Let's Just Survive)'.

Cheap Trick Concert

7:00-9:30 p.m. — The Club at Wind Creek Event Center — Last-minute tickets available — Enjoy a night with the legendary rock band Cheap Trick in a cozy venue.

Bachman Turner Overdrive Concert

7:00-9:30 p.m. — The Club at Wind Creek Event Center — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening with classic rock legends Bachman Turner Overdrive in Bethlehem.

Wycked Night: The Ultimate Halloween Bash

9 p.m.-12 a.m. — Wind Creek Event Center — $10 cover — Dive into a thrilling night of costumes, music, and performances at Bethlehem's spookiest bash.