Good morning, Allentown.

United Way of the Greater Lehigh Valley announced on Thursday that its fundraising campaign raised $26.23 million—marking 15 consecutive years of growth and support for over 200,000 residents.

Campaign Chair Chris Martin led the effort to boost local programs in education, health, and housing.

A 21-year-old man from Allentown lost his life on Thursday when his car veered off the Route 309 overpass and flew onto the eastbound lanes of I-78 near mile marker 60.5—state police said he died from multiple blunt force injuries.

MRO Corp earned the 2025 USA TODAY National Top Workplaces award and is now the top vendor in healthcare—marking its fourth year in a row of being recognized for a strong work culture.

Two men, David Isiah Rivera and Pedro Junior Paulino, are headed to trial for homicide and other charges after video footage and shell casings linked them to a February shooting outside the BKK Lounge on Union Boulevard that left Ivan Diaz dead, and both remain in jail with bail denied.

Allentown police are investigating a shooting that happened around 10:30 p.m. Thursday night in the 800 block of North Meadow Street—officials have not released further details.

On April 11th, Giant Market donated $8,623.86 to the Allentown School District Child Nutrition Department to improve school meals.

The funds from its Round Up Your Bill program will help offer healthier options—testing new menu items for students.

Captain Barrington Irving, a Guinness World Record breaking pilot, visited Building 21 High School to check on students in his STEM program The Flying Classroom+ he shared details of his 2007 flight when he was 23.

The program gives students online lessons+ hands-on projects such as building a remote-controlled car, and he encouraged them to explore science careers.

St. Luke’s University Health Network was named to Fortune magazine’s 2024 PINC AI 100 Top Hospitals List — its 11th year in a row and 13th overall — making it the only network in the Lehigh Valley to earn this honor.

The award shows the team works hard to give good care.

Cabot Creamery’s premium butter was recalled after tests detected high levels of coliform bacteria—an indicator of possible fecal contamination—in its 8oz Extra Creamy Premium Butter, Sea Salted distributed in Pennsylvania and other states.

Agri-Mark Inc. said nearly all of the product was recovered before reaching consumers and no illnesses have been reported.

Nunsense Musical Performance

6:30-9:30 p.m. — Pines Dinner Theatre — Discount tickets available — Enjoy a delightful night with the lovable antics of nuns in this entertaining musical.

Blue Zones Project Allentown Kick-off

10 AM – 3 PM — PPL Center — Free entry — Explore health and well-being through activities and local resources at this community kick-off event.

Easter Buffet

10:00 AM – 4:30 PM — Slopeside Pub & Grill — Enjoy a festive brunch or lunch buffet in a scenic ballroom setting.

Science Soiree

5:30-8:30 p.m. — Da Vinci Science Center — Tickets required — Celebrate 30 years of science with an engaging evening of exploration and discovery.

Pickle Fest

11 AM – 5 PM — Slatington EXPO Center — Free entry — Celebrate all things pickled with tastings, food pairings, and family-friendly fun.

Pinfest

10 AM - 7 PM — Allentown Agri-Plex — Registration required — Explore a vibrant indoor and outdoor flea market focused on pinball and gaming culture.

ROOTED - Allentown Health & Wellness Festival

11 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Cedar Beach Park — Free entry — Celebrate health and wellness with local vendors, fitness classes, and wholesome food options.

LVRR May Summer Series 5K

10:30 PM – 12:00 AM — 1600 Park Dr, Allentown, PA — Free entry — Participate in a lively 5K race that kicks off a monthly series from May to September.

Breaking Up Is Hard To Do

6:30-9:30 p.m. — Pines Dinner Theatre — Cheap tickets available — Experience the fun of live theatre with Breaking Up Is Hard To Do.

Breaking Up Is Hard To Do

6:30-9:30 p.m. — Pines Dinner Theatre — Affordable tickets — Experience the charm of live theater with 'Breaking Up Is Hard To Do' this May.