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Saturday, May 17th, 2025
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Good morning, Allentown. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 17th of May.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Three residents escaped a North Whitehall house fire just after 9 a.m. on Wednesday when a Dodge pickup crashed into a utility pole, sparking a power line that caused the blaze and left about 500 homes without power— the driver was cited for careless driving. Lehigh Valley Live
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A pedestrian was seriously injured in a hit-and-run crash on Industrial Drive in Bethlehem on May 15, and police later identified the driver after finding the suspect vehicle on Avon Road — no arrests have been made. Daily Voice
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Allentown will host Fiesta on Hamilton as a free block party on Sunday, May 18 from 1 to 7 p.m.—the event will take over Hamilton Street from 9th to 11th Street and feature live performances by Oro Sólido and Los Adolescentes, local food vendors, and family health activities. WLVR
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A new report from Lehigh County controller Mark Pinsley warned that a planned 10% cut to Medicaid reimbursement rates may force tax increases and service cuts since the county could face a $7 million gap at Cedarbrook and lose $10 million in mental health funding—Medicaid funds support nursing home care and services for residents with serious conditions. WLVR
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ 71-year-old Forks Township referee Matt Menkowski is urging lawmakers to pass the Respect the Whistle Act, a bill that would make harassment of youth sports officials a third-degree misdemeanor because he said abuse is growing worse. He is working with the bill sponsor and local officials to advance stronger state protection (Menkowski has officiated youth sports for over 50 years). Lehigh Valley Live
TRAVEL NEWS
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TacoFest
12-2 p.m. — ArtsQuest Center at SteelStacks — Cost varies — Enjoy a delightful day of tacos, margaritas, and entertainment at this festive celebration.
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Parkland High School Graduation
7-11 p.m. — PPL Center — Celebrate the achievements of graduates in a memorable ceremony.
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Worcester Red Sox at Lehigh Valley IronPigs
6:45-8:15 p.m. — Coca-Cola Park — $1 Hot Dogs and Youth Cap Giveaway — Watch a thrilling baseball game between the IronPigs and Red Sox while enjoying fantastic promotions.
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Jurassic Quest
12-3 a.m. — The Allentown Fairgrounds — Tickets available — Experience North America's most popular interactive dinosaur event with thrilling exhibits and activities.
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Blues, Brews, & BBQ Festival 2025
12-6 p.m. — Two City Center — Details to be announced — Enjoy a lively day of blues music, craft brews, and delicious barbecue in downtown Allentown.
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