Good morning, Bethlehem.

Heidelberg and Lower Macungie Townships received nearly $150,000 from the Commonwealth Financing Authority to upgrade LED lights at Northwestern Lehigh Tiger Stadium and replace old CPR equipment for the Macungie Ambulance Corps—both projects aim to improve community safety and resources.

Bethlehem Township flight school owner Nouman Saleem admitted he allowed an uncertified pilot — who had failed recertification and had a history of crashes — to continue teaching after a fatal flight lesson in September 2022 at Queen City Airport killed Keith Kozel.

A man armed with a rifle ended a 10-hour standoff on South New Street when Nazareth police and the Pennsylvania State Police Special Emergency Response Team issued a shelter-in-place order—he surrendered around 11 p.m. on Wednesday and was taken to a hospital for evaluation—with no injuries reported.

Northampton County flight school owner Nouman Saleem pleaded guilty Wednesday to letting an uncertified instructor teach — a lapse that contributed to a fatal crash in Lehigh County in 2022 that killed a student pilot.

At Hausman Fruit Farm in Lower Milford Township, persistent rain has delayed planting and reduced pollination for young apple crops—Hausman said the soggy conditions are frustrating—and NOAA forecasts above-normal rain for the next several weeks.

Attorney General Dave Sunday warned Pennsylvanians to use only licensed pharmacies when buying GLP-1 drugs amid a surge in counterfeit products.

He explained that high demand has outpaced supply — allowing counterfeit versions to flood the market and prompting calls to report suspicious purchases.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Totally 80's Tour

8:00 – 9:30 PM — Wind Creek Event Center — Ticket prices vary — Relive the vibrant music of the 80's with performances by Big Country, Tommy Tutone, Gene Loves Jezebel, and Bow Wow Wow.