Bethlehem
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Sunday, May 18th, 2025
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Good morning, Bethlehem. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 18th of May.
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BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Rainbow Shops closed its Palmer Park Mall location on Tuesday due to low foot traffic and sales—mall management has filled six vacancies with new tenants to boost business. Lehigh Valley Live
- ➤ The owners of Seven Sirens Brewing and The Pizza Joint have teamed to open Seven Sirens—The RiverWalk at 101 Centre St. in Parryville, a renovated historic property near the Lehigh River that offers indoor and outdoor bars and dining areas. They will open the venue next week when they receive their liquor license and plan to offer a range of craft beers and food. WFMZ
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Former Lehigh students were arrested on campus on Sept. 9 on charges of forgery and theft of services and were restrained with handcuffs (and leg shackles) before being taken to Northampton County Prison, which raised questions about the police protocols used in these nonviolent arrests. The Brown and White
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Liberty High School juniors and seniors celebrated their prom on Saturday aboard the Cornucopia Majesty in New York City. Lehigh Valley Live
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Billboards have been posted at key routes in the Valley—including Route 22, Interstate 78 and the Turnpike—to protest federal cuts that reduced national park staffing and services; the campaign by More Perfect Union began on May 5 and criticizes cuts that are causing longer wait times and fewer services for visitors. Local leaders and park officials are preparing for a busy summer despite these challenges. WLVR
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Bethlehem Parking Authority announced that from May 22 to June 28, drivers will pay 75 cents per hour for the first four hours in five garages every Thursday, Friday and Saturday—while the first 30 minutes remain free. Lehigh Valley News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Nearly 9,000 fans watched Cosmic Baseball at Coca-Cola Park on Friday night as the Tri-City Chili Peppers and the GloMojis played under black lights. The game featured glowing uniforms (including illuminated bats and balls) and ended with music, confetti, and special fan activities. Lehigh Valley News
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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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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.
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Easton Street Eats Food Truck Festival
11 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Cottingham Stadium — Free entry — Indulge in various food trucks while enjoying a community-focused atmosphere.
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Blue Zones Kick-Off Well-being Trail Event
1-4 p.m. — Sun Inn Courtyard — Free entry — Celebrate community health and well-being at this engaging outdoor event.
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Father's Day Pop Up
12-5 p.m. — The Outlets at Wind Creek — Vendor space starts at $45 — Shop unique items from local small businesses to celebrate dads.
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Cars & Coffee
9 a.m. – 12 p.m. — SteelStacks — Free entry — Experience the warmth of community and admire a stunning showcase of cars over coffee and breakfast.
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