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In today's newsletter:

  • Which new restaurant is taking over this beloved Bethlehem breakfast spot?
  • Are Bethlehem residents giving up on New Year’s resolutions—or just changing them?
  • How did police uncover a ghost gun at Bethlehem’s casino?

Today's riddle: I think I’ll wear only one boot today. 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: Breezy; a flurry this morning, with a high of 32 and low of 22 degrees.
  • Thursday: Cold with a few snowflakes, temps: high: 29, low: 17. ⛄️ Brr!
  • Friday: Periods of sun, with a high of 30 and low of 24 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Bethlehem restaurant closes after brief run, but new eatery already in the works (wfmz.com) — A longtime Bethlehem breakfast spot’s successor, Bilal’s Breakfast & Sandwiches on West North Street, has closed after just seven months, but a new restaurant is already planned for the space. Two veteran Lehigh Valley chefs are set to take over, aiming for a March 1 opening with a fresh name and menu focused on breakfast and lunch, and possibly dinner later.
   

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2. New Year, no resolution: Why a tradition is fading, and who's still keeping it alive (lehighvalleynews.com) — Bethlehem readers are at the center of this look at how New Year’s resolutions are changing, with national surveys showing fewer Americans bother making them at all. The piece breaks down which age groups still commit to goals, the psychology behind the “fresh start” effect, and practical tips for setting realistic, forgiving resolutions that actually stick into 2026.
   

3. Slate Belt man had ghost gun at Bethlehem casino, cops say (lehighvalleylive.com) — Police say a man from Bangor faces felony firearms charges after an allegedly loaded “ghost gun” was found in his car at Wind Creek Casino Bethlehem. Officers discovered the kit-built handgun in the casino’s parking garage, then located the suspect inside and took him into custody on existing warrants and the new weapons allegations.
   

4. New Year's Eve Weekend in Philly with Kids: Count Down to 2026 (mommypoppins.com) — Families in Bethlehem are included in this Philly-focused New Year’s roundup thanks to ArtsQuest Center at SteelStacks, listed among top regional spots for kid-friendly celebrations. The guide highlights fireworks, early countdowns, and nearby attractions like Sesame Place and Crayola Experience, helping Lehigh Valley parents plan a festive weekend within easy driving distance.
   

5. Most popular baby names 2025: Noah and Sophia top Lehigh Valley lists (lehighvalleylive.com) — Parents delivering at St. Luke’s Anderson Campus in Bethlehem Township favored Noah or Noa for boys and Sophia for girls in 2025, mirroring broader Lehigh Valley trends. The rankings, which also include Allentown and Jefferson Health hospitals, show local choices closely tracking national baby-name favorites while adding some Philly sports-inspired twists.
   

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    Thursday January 1
  • Hank Williams Tribute with Jack Murray & The Blue Tarp Wranglers | Annual New Yearâs Day Homage to the Patron Saint of Singer-Songwriters
    Godfrey Daniels , 7 E. Fourth Street , Bethlehem
    7:00 pm
    • Saturday January 3
  • At Whitâs End â Acoustic Trio Blending Originals, Swing, and Americana | Formerly Woomer & Whitaker
    Godfrey Daniels , 7 E. Fourth Street , Bethlehem
    8:00 pm
    • Sunday January 4
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    Godfrey Daniels , 7 E. Fourth Street , Bethlehem
    7:00 pm
    • Monday January 5
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    bethlehem area public library , 11 W Church Street , Bethlehem
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