Bethlehem
Today
Saturday, December 14th, 2024
Good morning, Bethlehem. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 14th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ During the 2023-24 hunting seasons, Pennsylvania's Hunters Sharing the Harvest program achieved a record donation of 261,672 pounds of venison to feed the hungry. Lehigh Valley News
- ➤ Residents and officials in Eastern Pennsylvania report an increase in drone sightings, sparking conversations about public safety and regulatory responses. WFMZ
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Bethlehem, renowned for its Christmas spirit, gains national attention through participation in the Hallmark Channel's reality show 'Ready Set Glow' and the locally filmed 'Saint Nick of Bethlehem.' WFMZ
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Infinera chooses Lehigh Valley, PA, for a new facility, leveraging a $93 million federal grant to expand domestic semiconductor production and create hundreds of jobs, capitalizing on the region's skilled workforce and technological legacy. Lehigh Valley Economic Development
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Lehigh Valley received over $3.5 million in state grants for a dozen projects aimed at trail development, park rehabilitation, and natural habitat protection. Lehigh Valley News
- ➤ The Blue Mountain fire in Lehigh Township, which burned nearly 600 acres, has been officially extinguished, with the containment effort taking seven days. Lehigh Valley News
- ➤ Jacobsburg Environmental Education Center will temporarily close sections, including a popular trail, for a $700,000 streambank restoration project on Bushkill Creek to prevent erosion and flooding. Lehigh Valley Live
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LKV Holiday Open House Featuring Thomas & Friends
The LKV Holiday Open House at the Lehigh & Keystone Valley Model Railroad Museum showcases intricate model trains and their historical significance in Pennsylvania's railroading history.
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Festive Horse-Drawn Carriage Rides in Bethlehem
Experience a magical holiday tradition with horse-drawn carriage rides through Bethlehem's historic downtown district.
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Eaglemania: A Tribute to The Eagles
Eaglemania delivers an authentic tribute to The Eagles, featuring their greatest hits and showcasing the impressive five-part harmonies of the talented tribute band.
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Cherish the Ladies: A Celtic Christmas Concert
Cherish the Ladies will perform a festive Celtic concert at the Zoellner Arts Center in Bethlehem.
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Holiday Train Display at America On Wheels Museum
Explore an enchanting display of model trains featuring various scales and a Lego Train City at the America On Wheels Museum.
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LKV Holiday Open House - Model Railroading Experience (60s & 70s)
The LKV Holiday Open House offers a unique opportunity to explore intricate model railroad displays that showcase the rich history of Pennsylvania's railroads.
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The Corliss Engine Demonstration and Special Lecture
The event features the demonstration of the restored 115-ton Corliss steam engine and an informative lecture on its history and operational restoration by NMIH Historian Mike Piersa.
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LKV Holiday Open House (80s & 90s) at Lehigh & Keystone Valley Model Railroad Museum
Explore detailed model railroad displays and learn about the history of railroading in Pennsylvania during this themed open house event.
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~ Soren Kierkegaard
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