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Thursday, May 22nd, 2025
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Good morning, Allentown. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 22nd of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Beloved firefighter April Lubenetski, 47, of Walnutport died at 8:28 p.m. on May 19 after nearly a year-long battle with occupational cancer — her death was declared a line-of-duty loss. A fire procession and funeral services are planned for May 31 to honor her 25 years of dedicated service. Daily Voice
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ On May 21, shots were fired near William Allen High School and Francis D. Raub Middle School, causing both schools to lock down until about 9:15 a.m.—police chief Charles Roca said more details would be provided. Lehigh Valley Live
- ➤ Lehigh Township police arrested 52-year-old Willie Barham after he put a gun to his live-in girlfriend's head and beat her at a home on Rhododendron Drive around 3:50 a.m. Wednesday—she suffered cuts, swelling, and bruising and was taken to the hospital while he faces charges along with outstanding warrants from Luzerne County. 69 News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Allentown City Council forwarded legislation on Wednesday night to transfer nearly $1.7 million for a traffic signal improvement project along American Parkway and Basin Street (from Susquehanna to Airport Road) that will add 11 intersections and improve pedestrian safety. The council also advanced a bill for low-cost temporary safety measures and approved contracts for basketball courts, fire cadet turnout gear and a lowboy trailer, with the traffic project now referred to the public works committee. 69 News
TRAVEL NEWS
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Breaking Up Is Hard To Do
12:30-3:30 p.m. — Pines Dinner Theatre — Affordable tickets — Experience the lively performance of Breaking Up Is Hard To Do in a cozy theater atmosphere.
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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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6:30-9:30 p.m. — Pines Dinner Theatre — Cheap tickets available — Experience the excitement of a live performance at the renowned Pines Dinner Theatre.
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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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Crumb Concert
7-9 p.m. — Archer Music Hall — Tickets from $50 — Catch the vibrant sounds of Crumb live in Allentown.
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