K-12
Bethlehem school board looks to close $6.7 million budget shortfall
The board's preliminary budget for 2023-24 includes a nearly $7 million funding gap, plus $1.7M in staff positions covered by one-time grants.
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K-12
UPDATE: Silva's appointment to BASD superintendent was long-term plan, some say
Just days after Superintendent Joseph Roy announced he will retire in July, the Bethlehem Area School District announced Assistant Superintendent Jack Silva will be considered for the top job. A school board vote is set for April 24, according to a district statement.
Entertainment
Young string musicians perform at Allentown's Miller Symphony Hall
28 string musicians, most in middle school or younger, performed in Allentown's Miller Symphony Hall Sunday, as part of the Allentown orchestra's education program.
Elections
Northampton County DA race already heated, as candidates trade criticism
At a press conference Thursday, DA candidate Stephen Baratta criticized incumbent district attorney Terry Houck over three cases from his tenure. Houck hit back in response.
Local News
Staffing crisis at Northampton County juvenile center shows no sign of easing
Court officials from Northampton County first asked for help getting more staff over a year ago. Since November, the center netted no new full-time hires.