Good morning, Allentown.

Allentown Rescue Mission's 8-week Transformation Program builds life skills and hope for homeless individuals through classes, daily chores and chapel sessions.

The program, which has supported recovery for 126 years, helps participants like Joshua plan a fresh start (including art therapy).

East Penn Manufacturing held a ribbon-cutting on Friday at its new 930,000 sqft logistics distribution center in Blandon—marking an 80th anniversary milestone that is expected to boost regional growth.

J.G. Petrucci Company Inc. acquired six commercial properties totaling over 300,000 sqft across Eastern Pennsylvania, including deals in Hatfield, Bethlehem, Whitehall, and Allentown.

The transactions, brokered by local professionals (Gelcor Realty, P.F. Weiss Realty, JLL, Marcus & Millichap, and KBC Advisors), will grow the company’s industrial and office portfolio.

HNL Lab Medicine (in Allentown) has partnered with Ibex Medical Analytics to add an AI diagnostic tool to its lab developed test workflow for prostate cancer.

The tool will support pathologists with timely reviews and detection of suspicious lesions.

Shankweiler’s Drive-In Theatre, a historic Lehigh Valley landmark celebrating 92 years, is nominated for the USA Today 10Best award for Best Drive-In Theater for the third year in a row (it placed 2nd last year and 5th in 2024); voting runs until May 11 with winners to be announced May 20.

Whitehall-Coplay School District officials said Monday that a proposed 2026-27 $110.7 million budget—expected to need a 4.7% property tax increase to cover a roughly $6 million shortfall—will spur a review of spending cuts.

Crews contained an 87-acre brush fire on Blue Mountain on Monday and will return Tuesday to check for flare ups — officials warn dry leaves from last fall could spark more wildfires this spring.

Local municipalities in Carbon, Lehigh Valley, and Berks have enacted burn bans amid dry conditions—Penn Forest Township’s ban started Monday, Apr.

13 and remains until conditions improve.

Wilson Borough Council approved a tax increment financing (TIF) plan for transforming the Dixie Cup factory into 405 apartments on 12.58 acres at its Monday night meeting, supporting Skyline Investment Group’s redevelopment project.

Officials said if Northampton County Council rejects the package, a borough-led plan will be pursued instead.

City officials ordered six residents living near Fountain Park to leave their encampment by 8 a.m. April 20 due to flood risk and to avoid having their belongings disposed; Councilwoman Ce-Ce Gerlach will propose emergency housing solutions at a Wednesday meeting (residents are seeking more time).

Last Thursday Band Concert

7:30 p.m. — Miller Symphony Hall — Check ticket prices for a night of unforgettable music with Last Thursday Band.

Earth Day in the Park

12-6 p.m. — Cedar Beach Park — Family-friendly fun — Celebrate the environment with activities, food, and vendor tables.

Devonta Smith and Friends Celebrity Softball Game

12 p.m. — Coca-Cola Park — Tickets required — Enjoy a star-studded celebrity softball game featuring NFL players and a Home Run Derby.

The Felice Brothers Concert

7-10 p.m. — Archer Music Hall — Ticket info not available — Enjoy a night of live music with the Felice Brothers, featuring cuts from their laid-back album 'Undress'.

Dayseeker Concert

6-7:30 p.m. — Archer Music Hall — All ages welcome — Experience the vibrant sounds of Dayseeker from the central music scene.

Candlelight: Tribute to Fleetwood Mac

6:30-7:30 p.m. — Vault 634 — Ticket prices vary — Experience the magic of Fleetwood Mac's timeless tunes performed under candlelight.

Hit The Light & Major League Concert

7-10 p.m. — Archer Music Hall — Tickets available — Experience a rock concert with four dynamic performers bringing the spirit of rock to life.

Cosmic Baseball Spectacle

8 p.m. — Coca-Cola Park — Ticket lottery required — Experience the excitement of baseball lit up by neon lights and unforgettable entertainment.