Good morning, Allentown.

Tuesday night, the Volunteer Center celebrated 40 community projects at DeSales University, where local businesses paired with nonprofits to upgrade spaces like Roosevelt Elementary; the 17-year challenge has completed 398 projects with 160 nonprofits & 120 businesses making lasting community improvements.

Mosqitter, a mosquito control company developing chemical-free technology, won the $20,000 Venture Idol grand prize today at a competition hosted by Ben Franklin Technology Partners of Northeastern Pennsylvania.

Co-founder and CEO Anastasiia Romanova accepted the award, marking a key milestone for the firm.

Rick Safi of King Kone has bought the 2nd Street Tavern (33 N.

2nd Street) in Coplay and is renovating it as The Coplay Cabin. The new space, designed to honor the venue’s history while serving upscale bar fare, will open in the first week of July.

Northampton Area School District approved a preliminary 2026-27 budget on Monday by a 5-4 vote that raises taxes 4.2%, cuts 30 positions (administrators, aides, teachers, tech staff) and reduces salaries by $2.6 million to trim a $12.7 million deficit; a final budget vote is in June.

On Tuesday night, the Parkland School District board approved a 2026-27 budget that raises property taxes by 3.5% to help close a $15.6 million gap and tabled a tax incentive aimed at attracting a $3.5 billion Eli Lilly plant at Fogelsville Corporate Center, with a final vote next month.

East Penn Manufacturing held its first Power2Recycle drive-thru event in Lyon Station on April 25, collecting 307 vehicles and 828 lead batteries.

The event offered double reimbursement and family-friendly giveaways to encourage local recycling and environmental care.

The League of Women Voters will host a panel discussion on data center growth tomorrow from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at the Lehigh Valley Active Life Center in Allentown — speakers will cover state legislation, planning reviews and environmental impacts to empower voters with key information.

Officials at Miller-Keystone Blood Center announced the annual Local Leader Awards on May 12, recognizing groups that collected 200 or more lifesaving donations.

The awards honored 20 organizations (including East Penn Manufacturing and Pediatric Cancer Foundation) and were celebrated at DeSales University on March 3.

St. Luke's University Health Network has acquired the Cornerstone Presbyterian Church property at 5900 Old Bethlehem Pike in Upper Saucon Township for $2.2 million, placing it next to an existing medical building.

The health network is considering programming for the 2.11-acre site as the church prepares to relocate to 3717 Station Avenue.

On Tuesday, May 12, Allentown planners recommended the RS Residences mixed-use project at 51 N.

Front St., which will add 210 apartments and 4,500 sqft of retail space to the riverfront development. The revised plans offer improved parking & traffic flow details.

Allen High School's baseball team clinched its first league title since 1991 with an 11 to 0 win over Whitehall on Tuesday at Weiland Park (pitchers Wally Cartagena and Daifer Moreta combined for a no-hitter).

Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop

11 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. — Respect Graduate School — Includes materials and Turkish tea — Create your own stunning Turkish mosaic lamp in a fun and relaxing workshop.

Motion City Soundtrack Concert

10 a.m. – 8:30 p.m. — Archer Music Hall — All ages welcome — Experience a full day of music from the renowned Motion City Soundtrack as they take the stage at Archer Music Hall.

Scranton Wilkes Barre RailRiders at Lehigh Valley IronPigs

6:05-7:05 p.m. — Coca-Cola Park — Ticket prices vary — Catch an exciting Minor League baseball game featuring local teams.

Seth Witcher Acoustic Show at Iron Pigs Baseball Game

5-9 p.m. — Coca-Cola Park CLUB LEVEL — Ticketed event — Enjoy an acoustic set from local talent Seth Witcher during the Iron Pigs game.

Ringling Bros. B&B Circus

12-3 p.m. — PPL Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience a thrilling celebration of jaw-dropping acts at the iconic circus event.

Miles Minnick Concert

7-10 p.m. — Archer Music Hall — Ticket prices vary — Experience the innovative sounds of Miles Minnick and connect with the Glo Nation community.

Freddie Gibbs Concert

7:00 – 8:30 p.m. — Archer Music Hall — Ticketed event — Experience an electrifying performance by Freddie Gibbs in Allentown.

The Beach Boys Concert

5:30-8:30 p.m. — The Univest Performance Center — Ticket prices may vary — Celebrate over 50 years of surf rock with America's legendary band.

Journey Concert

7-9 p.m. — PPL Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the iconic sound of Journey live in Allentown as they perform their timeless hits.