Bethlehem
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Friday, October 17th, 2025
Good morning, Bethlehem. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 17th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Officials removed 20 cats, 19 rabbits — and 14 pigeons from a Northampton County property in Upper Nazareth Township after animal welfare concerns were raised. WFMZ
- ➤ Lehigh Valley Reilly Children's Hospital hosted a spooktacular Halloween party for families (with costumed characters and fun activities) that brought early festive spirit to the community. Organizers said the event provided a safe and engaging celebration for children ahead of Halloween. WFMZ
- ➤ The IronPigs staff worked with North Bethlehem Little League volunteers to renovate a field+ they painted, raked, and rebuilt the area for safer, smoother play. The project is part of the IronPigs’ annual effort to give back to the community. WFMZ
- ➤ ChiliFest in Bethlehem will begin Saturday, Oct 18 from noon to 4 p.m. in the SouthSide Art District. Local businesses and restaurants will compete for the Pepper Awards—admission will be $35 with a discounted $30 rate for college students—and tasting stands will line 3rd and 4th Streets while the event will be held rain or shine. WFMZ
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival is hosting a free 80-minute production of Macbeth at 8 p.m. today at the Labuda Center for the Performing Arts (2755 Station Ave) as part of its educational Linny Fowler WillPower Tour celebrating its 25th anniversary. The show will run through Nov. 18 and reach over 6,000 students with post-performance discussions and workshops. Lehigh Valley News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Pennsylvania's 2025 bear hunting seasons begin tomorrow with a one-week archery hunt and new Sunday hunting allowed until Dec. 7 outside state parks—officials say the change aims to boost the November firearms season and reset the hunt after several years of lower harvests. Lehigh Valley Live
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Jefferson Health will lay off roughly 600—700 workers from its Lehigh Valley Health Network after reporting a $195 million operating loss last fiscal year amid financial headwinds. The layoffs affect employees in multiple counties, and the exact timing and department details have yet to be confirmed. Lehigh Valley Live
- ➤ The Lehigh County Agency on Aging is piloting a program that uses a web system (C-SCREEN) to rate in-home care providers based on background checks, work history, and drug screening so seniors can receive safe care. Office of Aging case workers will use these ratings to help families choose the best help with daily tasks. WFMZ
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Bethlehem Running Festival starts today with a 3.8-mile trail run and kids run, while 5K, 10K and half marathon races on Saturday and Sunday will cause road closures along routes from SteelStacks through the historic district—police advise motorists to plan ahead. Lehigh Valley Live
- ➤ Two-time Eagles Super Bowl champion Brandon Graham visited Dorney Park in August for the Tailgate in the Park fundraiser and will visit Bethlehem soon—he plans to meet local fans during upcoming community events. WFMZ
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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IL Divo Concert
8:00-9:30 p.m. — The Club at Wind Creek Event Center — Last-minute tickets available — Experience the harmonies of IL Divo in a vibrant setting.
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Postmodern Jukebox Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Zoellner Arts Center — Tickets required — Experience today’s pop hits reimagined in the classic styles of legendary musicians.
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The Snowbird Golf Tournament
Participation welcome — 3604 Farmersville Rd, Bethlehem, PA — Entry fee may apply — Hit the greens in the community's winter golf tournament.
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