Good morning, Allentown.

The Lehigh Valley Business Coalition on Healthcare extended its partnership with Capital Blue Cross through 2030 so that Capital remains its exclusive partner for self-funded health plans across 295 companies and more than 453,000 member lives — a move that offers extra financial benefits amid rising healthcare costs.

Moravian University launched its AI Innovation Lab on Monday in Bethlehem to build practical AI tools for community challenges; students, faculty, and local partners will work together on projects to boost career skills (approved by trustees in April).

AICUP's report shows that nursing schools in Pennsylvania reversed a predicted shortage by launching new programs and facility expansions between 2023 and 2024.

The initiatives, including accelerated degrees and dual enrollment options (such as a 55,000 sqft simulation center in Reading), have boosted local healthcare capacity in the Lehigh Valley.

Camelot for Children had its challenge to a data center proposal postponed at the Allentown Zoning Hearing Board Monday night at city hall.

The nonprofit disputed an earlier zoning decision about the site (on W. Emaus Ave) and now awaits updated plans.

If the Sunshine Protection Act becomes law, Halloween trick-or-treaters here may lose an extra hour because clocks will not fall back on Nov.

1—experts say the change might affect sleep patterns and spending. The Senate is in recess until Sept. 14, leaving the vote in suspense.

Panorama Produce of Mamaroneck is recalling 302 boxes of Martina-brand mangoes sold at select Walmart stores, including locations in Pennsylvania, after FDA tests detected Salmonella on fruit grown at the same farm.

The mangoes were distributed from Aug. 10 through Aug. 21 with no illnesses reported.