Good morning, Bethlehem.

Bethlehem's Wind Creek Casino led Pennsylvania's table games revenue in June with $22.6M — even as its revenue dropped nearly 7% from last June.

Overall, table games revenue statewide grew to over $77.2M while Wind Creek's total gaming revenue ranked fifth at $46.8M.

Marco’s Pizza from Ohio will open a new store in Whitehall Township at 2588 MacArthur Road by September—another location is planned to open in Bethlehem by the end of the year.

A 24-year-old driver from Allentown was charged with causing a fatal crash on Oct 13th, 2024 when he lost control attempting an illegal pass on Central Boulevard in Bethlehem—DNA tests linked him to the silver 2009 Honda Accord that struck a utility pole and embankment—he faces multiple felony and misdemeanor charges after 20-year-old Ezequiel Hernandez-Cartagena died at a hospital.

ArtsQuest’s Blast Furnace Blues Festival takes place today at SteelStacks campus in Bethlehem with free live performances from blues award winners like Shemekia Copeland and emerging acts such as Dylan Triplett.

The event runs from 5-11 p.m. today and from 2-11 p.m. Sunday — local bands and food vendors will add to the lively celebration.

The Blueberry Festival returns in Bethlehem — featuring local vendors, live music, and family fun this weekend at the downtown park as organizers invite residents to join the celebration.

Bethlehem Public Works and Police installed extra stop signs at 13th and West Market to turn the two-way stop into a four-way stop—hoping to slow traffic and protect pedestrians.

Officers will monitor the area during the adjustment period and remind drivers to come to a full stop.

Former Eagles special teams player Bryan Braman died at 38 from a rare form of cancer; a heat advisory was in effect yesterday from 10 AM to 8 PM for parts of Pennsylvania and New Jersey—residents were urged to hydrate and limit outdoor activities as heat index values reached up to 104 degrees.

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.

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.