Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 24th of May.
Good morning, Bethlehem.
Chevel Marc Jean-Jacque, a 36-year-old Phillipsburg man, is charged with felony aggravated assault after he allegedly stabbed an Allentown man in the parking lot of a Hanover Township restaurant on May 17—police say the victim suffered a punctured lung and is now in stable condition while Jean-Jacque is held with bail set at $75,000.
A New York man’s Audi Q7 was stopped at I-78 in Williams Township when state police observed unsafe lane changes on a rainy evening.
A police dog detected drugs and officers seized 16 pounds of meth—worth over $125,000—and he faces felony drug charges with bail set at $750,000.
On May 22nd, students from 29 high schools gathered at the State Theatre in Easton for the Freddy Awards, where Nazareth Area High School’s production of 'Seussical' won five honors and winners like Audrey Wood and Dylan Penyak received top acting awards — the event celebrated musical theater excellence in the Lehigh Valley.
Governor Josh Shapiro has ordered United States and Commonwealth flags on public facilities to fly at half-staff beginning at sunrise Monday in honor of fallen heroes on Memorial Day.
His office invites all Pennsylvanians to join the tribute.
On May 20, local voters in the primary cast only 20 to 22 percent of ballots, a turnout much lower than expected.
Party loyalty led low-spending candidates to win nominations — some incumbents lost seats on city councils and school boards in Bethlehem, Allentown and Easton.
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.
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