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Week in review: Sept. 24-30, 2023

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.

The entrance to Oktoberfest , with a haystack, pumpkins and dried corn.
The 12th annual ArtsQuest Oktoberfest started this weekend. It featured beer, wiener dog competitions, and live music.
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Mariella Miller

BETHLEHEM, Pa. - Welcome back to our Week in Review. We have chosen several stories, in no particular order, to take you back on the week. Test your knowledge of these stories and more from this week with our weekly news quiz. Enjoy, and thank you so much for reading.

1. 'I hear whispers from my ancestors': Sicilian-born chef makes Bethlehem restaurant a fall destination

2. Almost 50 pickleball courts coming to new Parkland multisport facility

3. Fall into fun: A guide to the Lehigh Valley’s autumnal festivals

Oktoberfest
ArtsQuests 12th annual Oktoberfest, featuring German food, crafts, music, biergartens and activities like wiener dog races, a barrel-rolling competition and the Pennsylvania State Steinholding Championship, will be held Sept. 30 through Oct. 2 and Oct. 7-9 at the SteelStacks campus in south Bethlehem. Ryan Kneller

4. As presidential gossip grows, Gov. Josh Shapiro readies for a trip to New Hampshire

5. Have we seen the last of Celtic Classic? Weather woes hit 2023 revenues like a hammer throw

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The Celtic Classic returns to Bethlehem on Friday. Courtesy

6. William Allen student facing gun charges after arrest at school: Police

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An empty hallway at William Allen High School. Tyler Pratt

7. Allentown School District asks city to lease public park for 99 years

8. Liberty High School assistant principal reaches settlement in civil rights case against BASD

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