Stephanie Sigafoos

Major construction projects are underway in Bethlehem. Here’s what to expect and how traffic could be affected.

The company filed a petition with the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission seeking approval for a new Customer Protection Transmission Rider. Here's what it could mean for customers.

BETHLEHEM, Pa. – For one Pennsylvania bar owner, skill games have been more than a source of entertainment. They've helped keep a small business afloat in the years since the COVID-19 pandemic changed how people spend their time and money. Now, with a state Supreme Court ruling putting the machines’ future

"We've seen many hospitality businesses replacing human customer-service touchpoints with robots, AI agents,” said Hotel Bethlehem General Manager Kelly Ronalds. “It's terrible, not just for the employees, but for the guests."

Becki Dumoff talks about the community effort collecting hundreds of costumes, accessories and books for Lehigh Valley families.

Under the amendment, any automated stop-arm enforcement system would have to verify that the school bus driver complied with existing state requirements governing when a bus activates its warning lights and stop arm.

The agreement is a first step toward regionalizing emergency services as communities face challenges maintaining volunteer fire departments.

Union president says city addressed only a fraction of report’s recommendations as firefighters, residents and a councilwoman question the study’s presentation.

Public art is becoming a more visible part of downtown development, as artists and business owners see opportunities to build community pride and attract visitors. But measuring its broader impact is more complicated.

Thursday, October 29, 2026