Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 20th of May.
Good morning, Allentown.
Pottstown’s Sly Fox Brewing and Pivo Nova have launched Soul Tone—a 2.5% ABV craft beer available today in nine counties including Allentown+ Offered as a hoppy IPA or crisp pilsner, the beer meets the rising demand for responsible enjoyment.
Northampton Community College announced its 2026 summer theatre season at Lipkin Theatre featuring four productions—A Chorus Line, Gypsy, Junie B.’s Essential Survival Guide to School and The Hunchback of Notre Dame—with added events like a July 4 celebration with food trucks; tickets are now on sale.
The Bethlehem Area School District announced that Jennifer Cierech—a longtime educator with over 20 years in BASD and former interim principal—is set to become Calypso ES's new principal pending board approval.
She aims to support students, empower staff, and build community partnerships.
BASD named a new superintendent, which he described as an incredible privilege; the school board must still approve his appointment before he can assume leadership.
Jefferson University will expand its nursing and healthcare programs this fall in Lehigh Valley with onsite courses and an online paramedicine program.
It will work with property owners to secure student housing & build a pipeline to meet workforce needs.
Lafayette College suspended fraternity and sorority events for three months after antisemitic and sexist remarks appeared during a Wellness event on Nov.
21, 2025 in front of about 600 attendees. The college required groups to complete a mandatory educational program, and sanctions remained for one group as of May 11.
The DCNR has begun a major restoration on the steep 0.5-mile section (closed since May 1, 2019) of Glen Onoko Falls trail to improve safety for hikers.
A black bear was safely captured (Tuesday morning) at the Lehigh County Sports Fields in South Whitehall Township and relocated to a wooded habitat, as officials advise caution amid several recent bear sightings across the valley.
Central Catholic boys lacrosse beat Southern Lehigh 18-9 at Memorial Field Tuesday night+ they opened with a 6-1 first-quarter advantage+ and will meet Moravian Academy at Frank Banko Field tomorrow at 5 p.m. in the D-11 2A championship.
David Griffith, a standout Greyhound athlete at Moravian, earned a reputation for his triple threat on campus and later joined the Marine Corps V-12 program at Muhlenberg.
His life from supporting his family during the Great Depression to serving his country remains a notable part of local sports history.
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.
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