Bethlehem
Today
Friday, May 1st, 2026
Good morning, Bethlehem. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 1st of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Nearly 657 student athletes competed in the Special Olympics event at BASD Stadium (next to Liberty High) on Thursday at 10:30 a.m., representing BASD, Easton, and Saucon Valley school districts. They participated in running, field, and assisted races that showcased their skills and school spirit. WFMZ
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Pottstown’s Sly Fox Brewing and Bethlehem’s Pivo Nova joined forces to launch Soul Tone Beer, a 2.5% ABV brew that offers full craft flavor with lower alcohol. The beer is available now at select bars + retailers across the Lehigh Valley. Lehigh Valley Live
- ➤ J’s Steaks and Subs at 1830 Main St. in Northampton Borough will close on May 30, ending over four decades of affordable service known for steak sandwiches and more. The sub chain once operated more than 50 locations across the region. Lehigh Valley Live
- ➤ Air Products (APD) raised its full-year forecast after a strong Q2 earnings report that beat Wall Street expectations. The Lehigh County company also announced new projects in Florida and South Korea to boost industrial gas output amid market turbulence. WFMZ
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Semicolon Books, a new community-oriented bookstore, opened recently in the lower level of Main Street Commons. Co-owners Charles Debski and Udval Yun designed the space to offer a relaxed read with coffee, soft jazz, and unique title picks (each book is the only copy offered) for local patrons. The Brown and White
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Oyu-Erdene Ankhbayar from Lehigh gained confidence through campus work and research while overcoming language and cultural challenges. She will begin a fully funded Ph.D. program in genetics and biostatistics at Case Western Reserve after graduating in May. The Brown and White
- ➤ Bethlehem Area School District students used a marketing class project to select performers for Musikfest, ArtsQuest said. Selected acts from two high schools will take the stage at Plaza Tropical on Saturday, Aug. 1. WFMZ
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Pennsylvania Health Department has allocated $12.3 million to expand care and access for pregnant women statewide using funds combined with work of several coalitions—supporting blood pressure screenings, transportation access, and education. An extra $7.5 million is proposed in the next operating budget to further improve maternal health outcomes. WFMZ
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Officials lowered the 50,000-gallon Dixie Cup from the rooftop of the historic Dixie Cup Factory in Wilson Borough on Thursday. The building is set to become 412 apartments and community spaces (including a display for the original Dixie Cup). WFMZ
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Liberty High School girls lacrosse team ended a long winless streak against rival Freedom on Thursday, April 30 at Bethlehem Area School District Stadium with a 14-11 win that improved their record to 9-8 and earned a District 11 Class 3A tournament berth starting May 15 (a milestone). Lehigh Valley Live
- ➤ Senior attacker Nina DeNicola scored a double overtime golden goal on April 11 to secure Lehigh’s 11-10 win over Boston University, marking the team’s only conference victory this season. The Brown and White
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Healthy Kids Running Series - Race #4
Kids running event — All day — Bethlehem Pennsylvania — Registration fee applicable — Encouraging a healthy lifestyle through fun running activities.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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Kansas Concert
8:00-9:30 p.m. — The Club at Wind Creek Event Center — Ticketed event — Experience the legendary band Kansas live in Bethlehem.
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Bethlehem Vintage Market at the Rose Garden
11 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Bethlehem Rose Garden — Free entry — Discover vintage treasures with your furry friend at this vibrant market event.
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