Bethlehem News

Lehigh University asks for the community's continuing assistance in locating Daniel Lee, a student who has been missing since Friday, Jan. 20. A Wednesday message to faculty and students asked that all tips be directed to campus safety at 610-758-4200.

Bethlehem Area Public Library supporters donate about 1,000 books a week to the system. The overwhelming majority are sold at the book sales like the ones happening this week.

Lara Bly dog fashion show showcased smiles, wagging tails and sequined wares on the runway.

On Saturday, church leaders announced a new vote on Lehigh University's offer to buy their real estate in a package deal. They also dismissed a letter from Bethlehem's mayor asking for a chance to negotiate a better offer.

Daniel Lee, a Lehigh University student, has been missing since Friday, Jan. 20, according to Lehigh University officials. No foul play is suspected.

The IronPigs Charities and Phillies winter caravan event was a raging success at ArtsQuest Center on Thursday night.

The city's first major running festival since Runner's World's in 2019 will include a 5K, 10K and half-marathon.

Lehigh president Joseph J. Helble said "racist language" was used, but the assault was not racially motivated.

In December, a local council adopted a measure modifying zoning rules, the first step to expanding Bethlehem Landfill. Now, a group of township residents is appealing the measure.

Mayor J. William Reynolds sent a letter to the congregations Tuesday asking to negotiate a better offer from the city. It isn't clear if the churches are interested.

In a 50-year career, Richard Aronson is believed to have taught more Lehigh University students than any other instructor in the school's history.

Country music star Walker Hayes will perform at Musikfest on Aug. 7, it was announced.