Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 31st of December.
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🏘️ Community
The annual 'Holiday with the Horses' event, hosted by the nonprofit Friends of the Bethlehem Mounted Patrol, featured refreshments, horse visits, and a special appearance by Einstein the Snow Camel, supporting the police patrol horses through community donations.
Chesterbrook Academy Preschool students donated nearly 100 toys and food items to The Children’s Home of Easton to support children and families in need during the holiday season.
Members of the Central Moravian Church in Bethlehem gather to install a historic Nativity mural as part of their Christmas decorations, highlighting community and tradition.
🎭 Culture
The Historic Hotel Bethlehem continues its annual Christmas Eve tradition by turning off the 'Hotel' portion of its sign to honor the holiday season.
Bethlehem's Christkindlmarkt attracts over 117,000 guests annually with its diverse mix of over 180 artisan and food vendors, offering unique and traditional crafts and tastes in a vibrant Christmas setting.
📰 Economy
Lehigh Valley's economy blossoms with a significant semiconductor facility expansion and robust population growth, alongside diverse economic development achievements in 2024.
🏥 Health
Dr. Jennifer Janco emphasizes the importance of healthcare preparedness and parental vigilance during the seasonal surge of RSV cases.
📰 Lifestyle
The increasing popularity of non-alcoholic beverages provides a variety of sophisticated options for holiday entertaining, showcasing a significant market shift towards mocktails, alcohol-free wines, and hop-infused waters.
🏈 Sports
Jack Robertson reached 1,000 career points during a game, becoming the 14th Saucon Valley HS player to achieve this milestone.
The Bethlehem Catholic wrestling team triumphed at the 56th Tony Iasiello Christmas City Tournament, showcasing the strength and skill of its members.
🎉 Bethlehem Events
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Second Tuesday Free Community Bluegrass Jam
A gathering for local Bluegrass musicians to share music and refine their skills in a community-friendly environment.
Voyage: The Best Journey Tribute Band Performance
Voyage, acclaimed as the best Journey tribute band in the world, features lead singer Hugo, an impressive vocal and visual mimic of Steve Perry.
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