Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 5th of June.
Good morning, Bethlehem.
On Tuesday, the Bethlehem Chamber held its 2025 awards ceremony and honored community leaders, including retired planning director Darlene Heller, who won the new Bethlehem Legacy Award—recognizing her 25 years in planning and zoning in a post-Bethlehem Steel era—with local restaurant Twisted Olive winning the Golden Plate culinary contest. The event also awarded volunteer leader Anne Evans the Star of Bethlehem award, recognized Community Action Development for its work amid federal funding cuts, and celebrated milestone anniversaries for several local businesses.
Xiaomin Fei, 34, of Nazareth was arrested Tuesday night in Palmer Township after allegedly killing his in-laws at their community for people over 55—authorities said he bought the revolver less than 24 hours before the shooting while his wife and two sons remained unharmed.
Bethlehem City Council approved a half-million-dollar state grant for the century-old Goodman Building at 30 E.
Third St. to help finish its renovation into a restaurant, commercial space and apartments. Developers expect the $9 million project to be completed by the end of June & bring new energy to the SouthSide Arts District.
Drivers in Pennsylvania must put down hand-held cell phones today as Paul Miller's Law takes effect (the law was named after an East Stroudsburg University senior killed in 2010 by a distracted driver) and will issue only warnings until citations begin next year.
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.
¡Sabor! Latin Festival
7-11 p.m. — Levitt Pavilion SteelStacks — Free admission — Celebrate Latin heritage with vibrant music, delicious food, and family-friendly fun.
Zeppelin Reimagined
8-9 p.m. — Musikfest Café — $30-$40 — Experience a groundbreaking tribute to Led Zeppelin with innovative arrangements and a visual spectacle.
Mosaic Lamp Making Workshop
10:00 AM – 12:30 PM — Homewood Suites by Hilton Allentown-Bethlehem Airport — Cost varies — Create your own vibrant mosaic lamp while enjoying Turkish treats.
Allentown Band Concert
8:30-10:00 p.m. — Levitt Pavilion SteelStacks — Free entry — Celebrate Independence Day with the Allentown Band's patriotic music and solo performances.
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