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Saturday, May 3rd, 2025
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Good morning, Bethlehem. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 3rd of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On May Day, May 1, about 250 workers and supporters marched along South Bethlehem Greenway and across Fahy Bridge to rally at the United Steelworkers union hall on South Lehigh Street in a demonstration for worker rights. The march emphasized calls for workplace equality and stronger job protections—when we fight, we win. WLVR
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Firefighters responded on Friday to a fire at the Five 10 Flats apartment building on E. Third Street in South Bethlehem—thick smoke and big flames traveled fast from the roof—forcing 135 residents to leave and affecting shops on the ground floor as repairs and an investigation are planned. WFMZ
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CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Northampton County District Attorney Baratta announced the arrest of 51-year-old Robert Birch and Cittdata Jarnagan after a January 16 Wind Creek sting uncovered human trafficking, and both now face multiple felony charges — Birch is charged with involuntary servitude and drug paraphernalia possession while Jarnagan faces charges including prostitution and theft by deception — and both await arraignment. WFMZ
- ➤ Bethlehem woman Amy Richline was convicted on 13 counts of theft by unlawful taking and 13 counts of deceptive business practices—she stole more than $35,000 from at least 15 clients over several years and faces a sentencing hearing on July 16 after bail was set at $75,000. WFMZ
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Lehigh University Jazz Orchestra Concert
3-6 p.m. — Zoellner Arts Center — Enjoy a spring concert featuring contemporary jazz works performed by Lehigh University students and faculty under the direction of Bill Warfield.
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Live Jazz with Joe Mixon
8-11 p.m. — Riegelsville Inn — Cost not specified — Enjoy a night of smooth jazz, blues, and fusion music performed by guitarist and vocalist Joe Mixon.
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Downtown Bethlehem Fine Art and Craft Show
May 10-11 — Downtown Bethlehem Association — Free entry — Celebrate local artistry with awards, receptions, and exceptional crafts.
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Mother's Day Brunch
10 AM – 1 PM — ArtsQuest Center at SteelStacks — Ticketed event — Celebrate Mother's Day with delicious food and live music by Joe Lazorik.
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Celtic Herbology Workshop
6:00-8:30 p.m. — Celtic Cultural Alliance — Workshop fee applies — Explore the uses of Celtic herbs and create your own healing products.
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2025 Levitt Pavilion Concert Season
May 16-17 — Levitt Pavilion SteelStacks — Free entry — Enjoy free live music at the iconic Bethlehem Steel blast furnaces.
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The Doo Wop Project
7:30-9 p.m. — Zoellner Arts Center — Check venue for ticket prices — Experience the evolution of Doo Wop from classic harmonies to contemporary hits.
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Lehigh Valley Wicked Plant Fest
11 a.m. – 3 p.m. — ArtsQuest Center at SteelStacks — Vendor fees apply — Explore a vibrant plant festival with over 100 vendors, artisans, food, and entertainment in the heart of Bethlehem.
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Candlelight: A Tribute to Coldplay
8:45-9:45 p.m. — Vault 634 — Ticket prices vary — Experience Coldplay’s music performed by a string quartet in a stunning candlelit setting.
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The Wizard of Oz Ballet
May 24-25 — Zoellner Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience an all-new family-friendly ballet adaptation of the beloved Oz story.
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