Bethlehem News

With some parts of the Lehigh Valley under as much as 9 inches of snow, the National Weather Service says the storm’s not quite done yet.

Take a look at stories that ran throughout the week of which we are most proud, had a profound impact on readers or that you might want to look at again.

Christopher Schweikert, 29, pleaded guilty to producing pornographic images of a student he engaged in sexual contact. He still faces related charges in Northampton County Court.

Audience is encouraged to wear their wildest Mummer masks and costumes to the "Old Time" revel on Saturday, Jan. 6.

“Keep Out” signs and fencing are currently up along the Walnut Street side of the garage. The new parking deck in Bethlehem is planned to be completed by the end of 2025.

The Democrats have been vocal about leading an about-face on a number of township issues, including the expansion of the Bethlehem Landfill and resident access to the Hellertown Area Library.

“We’re not here as a rubber stamp of the administration; we’re here to work with them and make our city better,” new councilmember Bryan Callahan said.

The family-fun celebration will feature arts and crafts, a story time, gift-giving, arts and crafts and a special visit by Einstein the Camel.

According to the council member’s farewell citations, Enix and Van Wirt served residents with “distinction, knowledge, experience and honor.”

Northampton County held a swearing-in ceremony for recently elected council members, others on Tuesday.

This time of year is popular for pizza and among the busiest for pizzerias. Readers checked in with some of their favorites of the Lehigh Valley. Here's a rundown.

Peepsfest drew thousands of people to the SteelStacks campus in Bethlehem over two days, culminating in Sunday night's Peeps drop and fireworks display.