Good morning, Bethlehem.

Tinto Tapas & Pasta in Fountain Hill has shifted from BYOB to full-service after receiving its liquor license, and owners Giacomo and Victoria Sgroi will hold a ribbon-cutting & grand opening from 4-6 p.m. Thursday, July 31, at 1028 Broadway, where patrons can soon enjoy wines from their own collection with Italian dishes. The couple, who previously operated Nonna Sulina’s, said the change marks a new beginning for their historic venue.

Insomnia Cookies opened its first Lehigh Valley location at East 3rd Street on Saturday—offering free classic cookies to Insomnia Rewards members.

The store is open as late as 3 a.m. on weekends and aims to bring a new late-night vibe to Bethlehem.

A Lehigh Valley man said his 22-year-old sister was fatally shot in her Allentown apartment by her 27-year-old ex-boyfriend—who broke in using a stool and AR-15 bag—and police later took him into custody in Delaware County.

Musikfest is back in Bethlehem with a series of free shows featuring local performers — the events will offer live music for families and boost community spirit.

Wind Creek Event Center in Bethlehem will host a Beatles tribute act—Rain performing a Christmas tribute at 8 p.m. Dec.

5, with tickets costing between $39.50 and $59.50 available at the venue's box office on 77 Wind Creek Blvd.

A Virginia creeper vine showed early fall colors in a Bethlehem backyard on July 24—this native plant climbs with adhesive pads and bears five leaflets.

Its berries feed local wildlife but are toxic to people if eaten.

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.