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In a hearing in Bethlehem Wednesday, officials responsible for oversight of Wind Creek said they didn't know of any reason the casino shouldn't be allowed to operate for another five years. Casino officials also share plans for capital spending, including new restaurants and a site plan in progress for the former Bethlehem Steel works.

The Lehigh Valley will soon get its first Raising Cane's. The Louisiana-based fast food restaurant offers chicken fingers, crinkle-cut fries, coleslaw, Texas Toast and its signature "Cane's Sauce."

Lehigh Valley International Airport officials cut the ribbon Thursday on a new restaurant. Two more new eateries will open there later this year.

A release from PPL said scams are up 250% over 2023. Customers are urged to report scams to 1-800-342-5775.

Easton City Council approved a new Project Stabilization Agreement with the Greater Lehigh Valley Building and Construction Trades Council that could lead to more local union workers scoring high-cost government projects.

Taxpayers will foot the bill for lawyers on both sides if issues between Allentown Mayor Matt Tuerk and council end up in court.

Bethlehem Parking Authority officials said the Walnut Street Garage is on track to meet its scheduled completion date. But there's still no word on what will go in next to the garage.

U.S. Specialty Formulations, based in Allentown, announced Wednesday it would expand its biopharma facility by $15 million. As a result, the expansion could add over 100 jobs to the area.

Valley Youth House announced it received a $1 million gift from the Topper Foundation. The nonprofit agency plans to place the money in its endowment fund to support local programs.

After more than a year of hard work, Easton's South Side saw the grand opening of Bravo Supermarket on Tuesday, offering city residents much-needed access to fresh food and pantry staples.

Journalists held a rally at the Allentown Arts Park in protest of what they call wage discrimination.

The FDA is working with manufacturers to try to increase production of infant formula.

Shop now if you're looking for electricity at a lower cost.

The Federal Reserve is expected to raise interest rates several times throughout the coming year.

Experts have no idea when prices will begin to even out.

Soltech Solutions, a Bethlehem start-up, helps 'bring nature indoors.'

One hallway features a giant 'Lite Bright.'

The concern with the growth in the warehouse industry is the strain on local infrastructure, especially roads.

The average hourly wage for direct support professionals is under $15.

Construction should begin next year, with a planned opening of mid-2024.

Companies are offering bonuses and advertising $25- to $30-an-hour jobs on highway billboards.

The clubs also plan to expand their Wi-Fi with the help of their donor.