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Monday, May 18th, 2026
Good morning, Allentown. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 18th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Delaware & Lehigh National Heritage Corridor is hosting a virtual 5K from June 14 to 21 to fund trail maintenance. Participants can run 3.1 miles anywhere (registration is $35 with $6 extra for shipping or pickup at the Carbon County event on Sunday, June 14 at Lehighton Outdoor Center). Lehigh Valley Live
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ On Friday, May 15, Jimmy's Hot Dogs held a soft opening for its second location at 9 N. Third St. in downtown Easton — the expansion builds on a more-than-century-old heritage and introduces new indoor dining and delivery options while the Palmer location remains unchanged. 69 News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The second annual Fiesta on Hamilton drew thousands downtown with food, music and Latin culture; organizers expanded the event with an extra stage and more road closures, and Gov. Shapiro joined the community celebration. 69 News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection finalized new protections on May 8 for 530 miles of waterways including several in the Lehigh Valley by requiring stricter permits for nearby development — a move that will help safeguard wild trout fisheries, outdoor recreation, and clean drinking water. Lehigh Valley Live
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Bethlehem Township’s planning commission will review the Autumn Estates proposal for 65 new homes near Route 22 on May 26. Forty-five homes are planned in the township (with 20 in the city) pending approval, with environmental measures under review. Lehigh Valley Live
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Freddie Gibbs Concert
7:00 – 8:30 p.m. — Archer Music Hall — Ticketed event — Experience an electrifying performance by Freddie Gibbs in Allentown.
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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.
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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.
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