BETHLEHEM, PA — Road paving is the biggest day-to-day impact this week, while the city is also seeking public input and hiring seasonal recreation staff.
Her are five things to know about life around Bethlehem this week:
1. Night Paving Continues On Several Roads
When: Through Friday, Sept. 4, 6 p.m.-6 a.m.
Where: Catasauqua Road and Stefko Boulevard
What to know: Bethlehem says contractor Heidelberg Materials is scheduled to work overnight on Catasauqua Road from Pennsylvania Avenue to Kelchner Road and on Stefko Boulevard from Pembroke Road to East Washington Avenue. Drivers should watch for posted no-parking signs; vehicles in work zones may be towed.
For more information: https://www.bethlehem-pa.gov/news/public-works-news/road-paving-no-parking-alert/
2. Daytime Paving Also Affects Neighborhood Streets
When: Through Wednesday, Sept. 2
Where: Grandview Boulevard, Glendale Avenue, Linwood Street and Millard Street
What to know: Separate daytime paving work is scheduled on several Bethlehem streets early this week. The city's current paving notice lists the affected road segments and dates.
For more information: https://www.bethlehem-pa.gov/news/public-works-news/road-paving-no-parking-alert/
3. City Wants Input On The South Bethlehem Greenway
When: Current
Where: South Bethlehem Greenway
What to know: Bethlehem is asking residents what they want to experience on the South Bethlehem Greenway as planning continues for the public space. The item is one of the city's current featured notices and is intended to gather community feedback.
For more information: https://www.bethlehem-pa.gov/
4. Municipal Ice Rink Is Hiring Skate Guards
When: Applications open now
Where: Earl E. Schaffer Bethlehem Municipal Ice Rink
What to know: Bethlehem is hiring skate guards for the 2026-27 season. Applicants must be at least 16 and know how to skate; the city lists pay at $13 per hour with flexible evening, weekend and holiday scheduling.
For more information: https://www.bethlehem-pa.gov/news/recreation-news/now-hiring-ice-rink-staff/
5. Tuesday Greenway Walk Was Cancelled
When: Tuesday, Sept. 1
Where: South Bethlehem Greenway
What to know: The city cancelled its Sept. 1 Trail Tuesday walk because of forecasted inclement weather. Residents who had planned to attend should note that there is no rescheduled time currently listed in the city notice.
For more information: https://www.bethlehem-pa.gov/news/
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