Bethlehem
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Friday, May 15th, 2026
Good morning, Bethlehem. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 15th of May.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ A viral letter on social media suggested Buc-ee’s might open on Sullivan Trail in Northampton County, but Plainfield Township Manager Paige Stefanelli said no formal letter has been received + the company gave no comment. Lehigh Valley Live
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ St. John Chrysostom Academy seniors attended their first formal dance on Thursday, May 14 at the Event Center at Blue. Local photographer Donna Fisher captured the memorable night as students celebrated their prom. Lehigh Valley Live
- ➤ Bethlehem Area School District announced on Thursday that Jennifer Cierech, currently the Assistant Principal at Broughal Middle School + recently Interim Principal at Calypso Elementary, will be the new principal pending board approval. WFMZ
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Bethlehem planners reviewed an application for a Royal Farms convenience store and gas station near *LVIA* on Thursday. The 5,194 sqft proposal includes recommendations to reposition the building, add sidewalk extensions along Airport Road, and move gas pumps to the rear, and no formal action was taken. WFMZ
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ At Whitehall track on Wednesday, District 11 boys set seven new sprint and relay records (including an all-time regional relay mark) during a fiercely contested championship meet. Lehigh Valley Live
- ➤ Lehigh's Anna Troutman, one of the Patriot League's best high jumpers, set a personal record of 1.71 m during Lehigh's home dual win over Lafayette on Jan. 26 and now plans to compete at the Patriot League Championships in Annapolis on May 15 (she aims to clear 5 feet, 4 inches in the heptathlon and run under 15 seconds in the 100-meter hurdles). The Brown and White
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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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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.
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Moveable Feast 2 - Bright Communications Author Event
4-6 p.m. — McCall Collective Brewing & Restaurant — Ticket includes meal — Engage with local authors and enjoy storytelling over a delightful feast.
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