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Thursday, May 7th, 2026

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Good morning, Bethlehem. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 7th of May.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Bethlehem neighbors on Eaton Avenue raised concerns at Tuesday night's City Council meeting that a nearby property's trash pile has attracted animals and insects and drifted into yards. City officials worked with the local magistrate to urge cleanup and may impose fines if the pile is not addressed soon.  WFMZ

BUSINESS NEWS

  • The Lehigh Valley Women's Summit will take place on June 4 at Wind Creek Bethlehem from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Hosted by the Women’s Business Council of the Chamber, Cedar Crest College and United Way, the event features breakout sessions and a keynote by Executive Coach Stef Ziev.  WFMZ

CULTURE NEWS

  • Bethlehem will host the Belleville Street Faire on Saturday, May 9 at ArtsQuest’s SteelStacks from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The free event will feature over 100 local makers, 20 food trucks, and a Children’s Entrepreneur Market showcasing young creators.  Lehigh Valley Live

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Liberty High School honored over 30 senior athletes advancing to college sports at Memorial Gymnasium. Students committed to programs at Dartmouth, Rider, and Lehigh were celebrated during a recent event — marking their next steps in collegiate athletics.  Lehigh Valley Live

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Sun, 5/17/26

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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.

    Mon, 5/18/26

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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.

    Fri, 5/22/26

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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.

    Sat, 5/23/26

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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.

    Fri, 5/29/26

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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.

    Sun, 5/31/26

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  • The Temptations & The Four Tops Concert

    8:00 – 9:30 PM — Wind Creek Event Center — Tickets available — Experience the timeless sounds of The Temptations and The Four Tops in Bethlehem.

    Sat, 6/6/26

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT

Until you make the unconscious conscious, it will direct your life and you will call it fate.

~ Carl Jung

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