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Wednesday, October 8th, 2025
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Good morning, Bethlehem. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 8th of October.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Chernay Printing in Upper Saucon Township announced it will lay off 23 employees as it winds down operations over the next six to eight weeks due to rising costs and a shrinking market. The family-run company will finish current orders and plans to close in December—its owners are seeking buyers for the property. Lehigh Valley Live
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The National Museum of Industrial History in Bethlehem acquired an archival collection from the late Frank Fabian and his wife Bernice that includes photographs, newspaper clippings, and engineering drawings showing the history of Bethlehem Steel — a selection will be displayed during Steel Weekend on Oct. 11 and 12. Lehigh Valley Live
- ➤ Tom Lubben and Richard Plinke are two local authors writing new books that add fresh voices to our literary scene—Lubben writes detective and Bible stories, including one inspired by a tragic school shooting, and he sells his works at the Bethlehem Rose Garden Farmers Market, while Plinke debuts a short story collection based on his life. Lubben will add more titles on little-known Bible figures and Plinke said his work shows how one choice can change a life, giving our community new cultural energy. Bethlehem Press
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ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ On Oct.1, the Lehigh Valley Manufacturing Forum celebrated the region’s strong manufacturing market by gathering about 300 local business leaders who discussed topics like artificial intelligence, tax law changes, and power grid investments. The forum showed a 28.8% growth in manufacturing jobs since 2010 compared to a 9.6% national rise, with Precision Roll Grinders winning Manufacturer of the Year—an honor for its precise work—and speakers emphasizing regional teamwork. Lehigh Valley Economic Development
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Bethlehem Area School District’s new electronic device policy has received praise from administrators as Liberty High School and other schools report that students are more focused and classroom disruptions are low. Superintendent Jack Silva and school leaders noted that since October 1, structured learning walks and clear usage rules have helped create a safer—learning-focused environment. WLVR
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Hanover Township planners delayed their review of a zoning amendment for a warehouse project at the Aircraft Flightpath Highway Business District near the airport on Monday night—large public turnout led officials to reschedule the meeting for November 3 at the community center. Planners also approved waivers for a proposed Hyatt Studios hotel at 90 Highland Ave—this development will include a four-story, 123-room building with 172 parking spaces. WFMZ
- ➤ The Northampton County Elections Office announced that ballot drop-off boxes are available at several sites including NCC Fowler Family Southside Center (511 E. Third St.) and Bethlehem City Hall (10 E. Church St.) with set hours through Election Day; extended voter services are offered on designated dates and the last day to apply for mail-in ballots is Oct. 28. Bethlehem Press
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Lehigh Valley Health Network will offer free flu shots for adults and children 6 months and older at two drive-through clinics; one will be held on Oct. 11 at LVH — Hecktown Oaks in Lower Nazareth Township and the other on Oct. 12 at Integrated Health Campus in Upper Macungie Township, with each event running from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The annual campaign, now in its 28th year, also invites donations of unexpired food items from local food banks and shelters. Bethlehem Press
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Local realtor Rebecca Francis said the fall housing market will show more activity and less competition as more homes become available, and she advised homeowners to declutter and stage their homes (ensuring flexibility for showings). WFMZ
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Lehigh scorers Alysia Fingall, Beckett Wenger, Esther Brossard & Jordyn Pepper told The Brown and White that they use both instinct and practice to score in games. They explained that working as a team helps them win. The Brown and White
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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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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.
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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.
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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)'.
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