Isabel Hope

Isabel Hope is a journalist and website designer based in Bethlehem, PA. She graduated with a degree in journalism from The University of Alabama in 2022, where she served as News Editor of the student newspaper. Isabel has lived in the Lehigh Valley for three years and is passionate about reporting for the communities she now calls home.

341 articlesSince 2025

Latest from Isabel Hope

Downtown Bethlehem Association to restructure, shift responsibilities

BETHLEHEM, Pa. — The Downtown Bethlehem Association (DBA) will undergo a restructuring effective July 1 that will reshape how the city supports its historic downtown...

July 1, 2025

‘We protect us’: Community leaders build response network after ICE activity

Long before he was elected a Lehigh County commissioner, Jon Irons was a child adopted from Ecuador — an immigrant raised in Pennsylvania who didn’t...

July 1, 2025

Major summer festivals and events in the Lehigh Valley (2025)

The Lehigh Valley is heading into a historically busy season of fairs, festivals, and cultural events. The region will host various activities that draw residents...

June 27, 2025

Bethlehem crystal shop with a personal touch set to open Saturday

BETHLEHEM, Pa. — The Gemeral Store, a new crystal and mineral shop opening Saturday at 707 North New St. in Bethlehem, offers more than just...

June 27, 2025

After Double Decker’s closure, this history grad is filling the Lehigh Valley’s vinyl void

Asa Blynn was 13 when he bought his first record. Now, 13 years later, he’s cashing in his collection — and a lifelong dream —...

June 26, 2025

ArtsQuest launches ‘Half Off Tuesdays’ at Frank Banko Alehouse Cinemas

BETHLEHEM, Pa. — The Frank Banko Alehouse Cinemas at SteelStacks will offer Half Off Tuesdays beginning June 24. The deal halves ticket prices for all...

June 26, 2025

Easton revives ‘Cash Mob’ to surprise and support a local business June 27

EASTON, Pa. — The Cash Mob, a popular grassroots event, will return to downtown Easton. The Cash Mob is a surprise shopping spree designed to...

June 25, 2025

Car crashes into American Eagle at Promenade Shops; no injuries reported

UPPER SAUCON TWP., Pa. — The Upper Saucon Fire Department responded to the Promenade Shops at Saucon Valley after a car crashed into the front...

June 25, 2025

Bethlehem man dies in vehicle jack collapse

BETHLEHEM, Pa. — A 33-year-old Bethlehem man died Saturday after a vehicle fell on him while he was working underneath it, according to the Lehigh...

June 23, 2025

‘Stop the Billionaire Giveaway’ tour brings Medicaid rally to Bethlehem

BETHLEHEM, Pa. — A green campaign bus rolled into Payrow Plaza on Monday to rally Bethlehem residents behind the goal of protecting Medicaid as part...

June 23, 2025

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