Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 28th of April.
Good morning, Bethlehem.
The Lehigh Conference of Churches warned that scam emails have been circulating, including one from ([email protected]) that requested a church member directory.
The organization stressed that all official emails come only from addresses ending with (@lehighchurches.org).
State lawmakers are considering the Brews to Barns Act (a tax credit for donating spent grain to farmers) after more than 65 breweries closed in 24 months; a roundtable at the World Beer Cup in Philadelphia highlighted brewing struggles.
The bill could ease costs and support local agriculture.
Zekraft, a local cafe concept using locally sourced ingredients, is set to open a new location in Forks Township at 1550 Sullivan Trail, the former Richard’s Drive-In property.
The cafe will host an open house from 5-7 p.m. May 19 and open its kitchen on May 21 with regular hours of 6:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
Bethlehem heritage expert Katie Faull said King Charles’ upcoming White House visit, celebrating the 250th anniversary of a Revolutionary War loss, illustrates a soft diplomatic effort and follows earlier royal tours.
She noted that such visits could help mend historic transatlantic divides — a sentiment echoed by local scholars.
Free summer concerts return to Levitt Pavilion SteelStacks in Bethlehem — a popular outdoor venue for live music — this summer, offering the community a chance to enjoy free performances.
At its meeting Monday, Apr.
27, the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission voted to propose raising the trout harvest size from 7 to 9 inches to protect wild brook trout, with changes set to take effect Jan. 1 if approved (further rules for catfish and panfish were also adopted).
Troop M will enforce the Click it or Ticket campaign May 11–31 and host car seat install events in Bucks and Lehigh counties.
Help will be offered at Saint Luke’s Upper Bucks Hospital on May 12, Promenade Shops at Saucon Valley on May 17, and Ciocca Subaru on May 21.
At Sunday's D-11 Student-Athlete Banquet in Hellertown (at the Steel Club), Bethlehem Catholic senior Keanu Dillard won the Class 3A Student-Athlete of the Year award while Southern Lehigh's Mai Graham and Mahanoy Area's Kyler Quick each received a $1,000 scholarship.
Three seniors from Lehigh have received NFL rookie minicamp invites—defensive linemen TJ Burke and Matt Spatny will join the Philadelphia Eagles and Seattle Seahawks minicamps, while offensive lineman Langston Jones will attend the New York Jets minicamp.
Lehigh men’s tennis ended its season Sunday at the Ulrich Varsity Tennis Courts in Bethlehem by losing 4-2 to Navy in the Patriot League Championship, following a 4-2 semifinal win over Bucknell (marking the team's second appearance and first as top seed).
Healthy Kids Running Series - Race #4
Kids running event — All day — Bethlehem Pennsylvania — Registration fee applicable — Encouraging a healthy lifestyle through fun running activities.
LKV May Open House
1-5 p.m. — Lehigh & Keystone Valley Model Railroad Museum — Family-friendly fun — Explore a vast model railroad display of the Lehigh Valley from the late 50s to early 70s.
Paint Pour Experience
6:30-8 p.m. — Painting with a Twist — Check website for pricing — Discover the art of paint pouring with guidance from experienced artists.
Night Ranger Concert
8:00-9:30 PM — The Club at Wind Creek Event Center — Tickets from $63 — Rock out to classic hits from Night Ranger in Bethlehem's lively venue.
Larry Campbell and Teresa Williams Concert
7-10 p.m. — Moravian University Foy Concert Hall — Ticket prices vary — Experience an enchanting evening of live music with notable performers.
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