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In today's newsletter:

  • How much could Easton seniors save from new hybrid-fueled tax rebates?
  • Why did a beloved Easton Public Market barbecue stand close indefinitely?
  • Which Easton wrestlers cracked this week’s Lehigh Valley rankings?

Also on today's calendar: Next Stop Comedy at Invertase Brewing Company! - Phillipsburg, NJ on Jan 9, 2026 and 4 more events.

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  • Wednesday: Mostly cloudy and windy, with a high of 48 and low of 31 degrees.
  • Thursday: Times of clouds and sun, temps: high: 47, low: 32.
  • Friday: Periods of rain, with a high of 51 and low of 42 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Easton approves senior tax rebate, made possible because of hybrid police vehicles (lehighvalleylive.com) — Easton seniors who own and live in their homes will soon be able to apply for a new annual rebate on their city property taxes, funded by fuel savings from hybrid police vehicles. City council narrowly approved the program 4-3, with supporters calling it a fair giveback and opponents warning about uncertain long-term savings and a projected budget gap. Applications will be accepted each year from Sept. 1 to Oct. 31.
   

2. Questions surround Easton Public Market vendor, which is 'closed indefinitely' (wfmz.com) — If you’re heading to Easton Public Market, be aware that longtime barbecue favorite More Than Q is now closed indefinitely, with more details expected later this week. The market is otherwise in flux, with some vendors temporarily closed for winter break and others recently reopening or rebranding, so regulars may notice several changes in food and shopping options.
   

3. Individual wrestling rankings for Jan. 6: A hot start (lehighvalleylive.com) — Easton wrestling fans can see exactly where their Red Rovers stand in the first individual rankings of the 2025-26 season, with several Easton athletes listed and discussed across multiple weight classes. Compiled from recent tournament and dual results around the Lehigh Valley, the breakdown explains why certain wrestlers earned their spots and which Easton names are poised to climb higher.
   

4. Back to basics: Fire chief says residents aren't calling 911 to report fires (wfmz.com) — Easton’s fire chief is warning residents that too many people are calling the firehouse instead of 911 when they see smoke or fire, which can dangerously delay help. He cites a recent incident at the Commodore Apartments and urges everyone in Easton to dial 911 immediately, even for suspected non-emergencies, because every second can save lives.
   

5. Does Alcohol Hurt Your Running Performance? What to Know (runnersworld.com) — An experienced health and fitness editor now living in Easton breaks down how even moderate drinking can affect your running, from heart health and energy use to sleep and recovery. She highlights recent research showing no real health benefit to alcohol and explains why it can undermine training gains, while still outlining how occasional, mindful drinking can fit into an active lifestyle.
   

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    Wednesday January 7
  • Gentle Yoga
    Bethlehem Area Public Library , 11 W Church Street , Bethlehem
    12:00 pm
  • NEMS Girls Basketball vs Allentown Central Catholic @ Home
    Home Bethlehem, PA 18018
    4:00 pm
  • Line Dancing with Aleah
    Seven Sirens Brewing Company , 327 Broadway , Bethlehem
    7:00 pm
  • Trauma Informed Yoga
    2906 William Penn Hwy , Easton
    10:30 pm
    • Saturday January 10
  • NASME Model Train Show
    N.A.S.M.E. Nazareth Area Society of Model Engineers , 212 Main St , Stockertown
    1:00 pm

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