Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 7th of July.
Good morning, Bethlehem.
A house fire broke out in Bethlehem with no injuries reported — firefighters responded quickly and are assessing the scene.
Six-time Grammy Award winner Gilberto Santa Rosa will perform at Musikfest 2025 on Aug.
7 at PNC Plaza in Bethlehem — tickets range from $25 to $234 with dinner options for select seating. Santa Rosa holds a Guinness World Record for having the most number one Billboard Tropical hits and brings four decades of music to the festival.
Bethlehem resident Mark Sager published his memoir 'The Last American Cowboys' in 2024, recounting his 43-year trucking career and how changes in the job have reshaped life on the road.
He shares personal moments from long drives and school visits with Trucker Buddy International — giving readers a clear look at a lifetime of trucking.
Wildfires burned many acres this spring and left scars on Bear Mountain in Jim Thorpe as local firefighters and officials worked to contain the blazes.
The Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources now asks locals to help plant trees—donations to the Keystone Tree Fund will support planting projects across the state.
State Game Commission officials will launch the Annual Pennsylvania Wild Turkey Sighting Survey Tuesday to track turkey populations across the state including in the Lehigh Valley—sightings will be accepted until Aug.
31 to help gauge turkey reproduction trends.
Last weekend at Coca-Cola Park, the Party Animals brought an exciting mix of athleticism and flair during their sold-out games in Allentown.
Seth Markham—known as the Ninja Umpire—dazzled fans with parkour flips while dance crew members Brandon 'Bam' Morales and Khalil 'K-Roc' Adams and player director Jordan Watson added creative energy to the show.
The Wallflowers Concert
8-9:30 p.m. — The Club at Wind Creek Event Center — Check website for price — Enjoy a dynamic night of rock and pop music with The Wallflowers.
Terry Fator Live
8:00 – 9:30 p.m. — Wind Creek Event Center — Check website for price — Enjoy a night of comedy and entertainment with the talented Terry Fator.
200th Anniversary Car, Truck, and Bike Show
1-5 p.m. — Hanoverville Road House — $20 Pre-Registration — Celebrate automotive history with trophies, dash plaques, and door prizes.
Sam Bush Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — ArtsQuest Center at SteelStacks — Tickets available — Experience the musical journey of acclaimed bluegrass legend Sam Bush live in Bethlehem.
200th Anniversary Celebration
5:30-9:30 p.m. — Hanoverville Road House — Ticket purchase grants raffle entry — Celebrate with a BBQ buffet, live music, and a fireworks finale.
Judy Collins Live
7:30-9 p.m. — ArtsQuest Center at SteelStacks — Ticket prices vary — Experience the timeless melodies of Judy Collins, a true icon of folk music.
Wilson Phillips Concert
8-9:30 p.m. — The Club at Wind Creek Event Center — Check website for price — Enjoy the iconic sounds of Wilson Phillips in a fun and accessible venue.
Christmas in July Celebration
12 PM – 5 PM — The Outlets at Wind Creek — Free entry — Celebrate halfway to Christmas with festive activities and shopping deals.
Mosaic Lamp Making Workshop
10:00 AM – 12:30 PM — Homewood Suites by Hilton Allentown-Bethlehem Airport — Cost varies — Create a stunning Turkish mosaic lamp while enjoying delicious Turkish treats.
Nelly Performance at Musikfest 2025
12-9 p.m. — SteelStacks — Free entry — Nelly returns to Bethlehem to blend covers and originals in a solo performance at Musikfest.
McKinney Media Presents: 4th Anniversary Photo Gala
Join McKinney Media on August 9 for a powerful celebration of creativity, innovation, and community at our 4th Anniversary Photo Gala in Bethlehem, PA. From multimedia showcases and live entertainment to gourmet cuisine and on-the-spot photography, this immersive experience honors the stories that shaped us—and the future we’re building together.
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