Good morning, Bethlehem.

A four-alarm fire at Five10 Flats in South Bethlehem on May 2 displaced 135 residents and shuttered ground-level businesses until further notice—officials said the Red Cross is handling its largest aid operation in 15 years as restoration crews begin cleanup.

Bethlehem man Ismael Terrero-Terrero stole more than 150 guns from stores in Williams Township, Catasauqua and Telford between April and August 2023—he pleaded guilty and was sentenced to three years and four months in federal prison while police recovered 14 guns at his home and 21 from other sites.

More than 80 students from local career and technical schools gathered on May 2 at Lehigh Carbon Community College for SkillsUSA Signing Day, where they signed with future employers and institutions.

Lehigh Valley Economic Development Corp— the event’s title sponsor— highlighted local businesses’ need for skilled workers in fields like manufacturing, engineering and construction.

Bethlehem Area School Board has asked district administration to update a personal electronic device policy that limits cell phone use during class while allowing high school students to use them in hallways or cafeterias with principal support.

Board members said the rules aim to cut distractions—draft procedures will be reviewed at upcoming meetings this month.

Three officers from Slate Belt Regional Police and a paramedic saved a Wind Gap man's life on February 7 when he suffered cardiac arrest—using CPR and an AED as he awaited ambulance backup.

The team was honored Tuesday at the Slate Belt Regional Police Commission Meeting for their swift actions.

In a May 6 episode of Political Pulse, host Tom Shortell and political scientist Chris Borick discussed a Muhlenberg College survey that showed how Pennsylvanians felt about rising health care costs and mental health amid political divides—highlighting challenges with Medicare, Medicaid and key reforms. Their discussion revealed how politics shaped health care views in our state.

The FDA warned that tomatoes from Ray and Mascari and Williams Farms Repack have been recalled in 14 states — including Pennsylvania — because they may cause salmonella infections; no illnesses have been reported and shoppers should throw out any recalled items.

Retired engineer Joe Yurkanain drives his golf cart inside LVHN to transport up to 40 patients daily, sometimes picking up those who must walk three football fields to reach appointments.

His personal touch provides much-needed support to patients who often have no family with them—earning him the familiar nickname 'Everybody knows Joe.'

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.

Downtown Bethlehem Fine Art and Craft Show

May 10-11 — Downtown Bethlehem Association — Free entry — Celebrate local artistry with awards, receptions, and exceptional crafts.

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.

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.

2025 Levitt Pavilion Concert Season

May 16-17 — Levitt Pavilion SteelStacks — Free entry — Enjoy free live music at the iconic Bethlehem Steel blast furnaces.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Wing & Wheels at The Steel Pub

7-10 p.m. — The Steel Pub Sports Bar and Grille — Wings 5 for $3.75 — Enjoy live music by The Castaways Band while indulging in delicious wing specials.