Good morning, Bethlehem.

A fire destroyed the Moon of Saucon Valley—a landmark banquet hall in Lower Saucon Township—over the weekend, and more than 15 fire departments spent 10 hours fighting the blaze that collapsed the building and crushed a car while investigators examine what caused the fire as local residents recall past celebrations there.

A fire on Sunday caused smoke, fire and water damage at the popular Bethlehem pub on Elizabeth Avenue and forced a safe evacuation, with firefighters subduing flames in 20 minutes—Bethlehem Fire Chief Matthew Griffin said there were no injuries and the reopening remains uncertain.

Crispy Halal will open a new 65-seat restaurant at 25 E.

Third St. in South Bethlehem on Dec. 15 – it will serve fried chicken, gyros, and more from 10:30 a.m. daily until late and feature a 25-foot art piece celebrating Bethlehem Steel's legacy at the former Color Me Mine property.

Grammy-winning band Train will head the Musikfest 2026 event in Bethlehem on Aug.

3 at the Wind Creek Steel Stage at PNC Plaza—joining country rock singer-songwriter George Pippen as a special guest. The 11-day festival runs from July 31 to Aug. 9 and tickets will be available on Dec. 1 for ArtsQuest members and on Dec. 5 for the general public.

B. Braun announced a $20 million expansion at its Hanover Township facility that will create 200 new jobs over three years while retaining 1,704 existing positions as it upgrades IV therapy and pharmacy operations.

The project was featured in Site Selection magazine and is supported by the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development (providing $1.5 million) to boost regional innovation.

The Bethlehem Area School District board reelects president Michael Faccinetto and vice president Shannon Patrick at Monday’s meeting and noted a $2.5 million state funding boost that will help lower the deficit while the district reportedly lost interest earnings during the budget impasse. Officials also reviewed plans for vocational school upgrades at The Factory property—with bids going out this December and construction set to begin early 2026—and shared a 2025–26 technology plan for improved student devices.

A Lehigh student said Rivalry Week is more than a game as he recalled years of friendly competition with his Lafayette-bound brother — a bond built from shared childhood memories and annual football games before Thanksgiving break.

He noted that the tradition unites students and alumni — keeping the campus spirit strong across generations.

A Lehigh Valley billionaire and astronaut will face a Senate committee at Capitol Hill Wednesday—as he seeks confirmation to become NASA administrator.

Free Dental, Vision, and Medical Services

6 a.m. — Northeast Middle School — Free services — Access essential health services including dental, vision, and medical care at no cost.

JOHNNYSWIM Concert

7-9 p.m. — Musikfest Café — Cost info not provided — Experience the soulful sounds of Johnnyswim as they celebrate their new album 'When The War Is Over'!

Miracle on 34th Street Musical

2:00 – 3:30 PM — Wind Creek Event Center — Tickets from $49.50 — Experience the magic of a heartfelt Christmas musical based on the beloved film.

Miracle on 34th Street: The Musical

2:00 – 3:30 PM — Wind Creek Event Center — Tickets $49.50 to $129.50 — Experience the heartwarming tale of belief and magic in the holiday classic.

Miracle on 34th Street The Musical

8-9:30 p.m. — Wind Creek Event Center — Tickets from $49.50 — Experience the heartwarming story of a Santa who may be the real deal in America’s Christmas City.

The Nutcracker

12:00 – 1:30 PM — Zoellner Arts Center — Check event page for pricing — Experience the magical ballet of Tchaikovsky’s ‘The Nutcracker’ performed by nearly 100 dancers with a live orchestra.

Miracle on 34th Street: The Musical

1:30-3:00 p.m. — Wind Creek Event Center — Tickets from $49.50 to $129.50 — Experience the heartwarming musical adaptation of the holiday classic where a little girl learns to believe in Santa Claus.