Good morning, Allentown.

A man was shot outside Catch 22 on Hamilton Street at 4 a.m. Sunday, June 22—police said he was trying to de-escalate a disturbance when gunfire broke out and he is expected to recover after being treated at a local hospital while investigators seek witnesses.

On Monday morning, Allentown officer Evan Weaver faced arraignment for sex crimes—including charges of rape, kidnapping, and coercion—while former officer Jason Krasley was charged with theft related to over $5,000 from a drug probe + Krasley's lawyer requested extra time for pretrial motions, with the next hearing set for August 28th at 1:30 p.m. at the Lehigh County Courthouse.

The 14th annual ¡Sabor!

Latin Festival returns to SteelStacks from June 26 to June 28 with free live music, dance, film screenings, and food vendors including Holy Infancy Church and School and Hogar CREA. Organizers say the event will feature top salsa bands and a packed schedule of community celebrations — a rich showcase of Latin heritage.

Lehigh Valley Health Network held a groundbreaking ceremony on June 4 to expand the LVH-Muhlenberg emergency room, which will nearly double in size and include more trauma bays and upgraded care areas (with 83 emergency beds, a dedicated pediatric unit, bariatric rooms, new imaging facilities, a trauma recovery space, and a helipad). The expansion is expected to be complete in fall 2026 with renovations finishing in spring 2027.

May data from the Greater Lehigh Valley Realtors shows that closed sales fell 11.4% in Lehigh and Northampton counties while new listings rose 5% to 803 and pending sales increased 5% to 654, with homes selling in just 19 days.

In Carbon county, the median price dropped to $225,000 as new listings decreased to 96 and inventory fell to 177 units while pending sales climbed to 77.

Nowa's Chef’s Dinner: Mise en Place

6-9:30 p.m. — Vault 634 — $175 per guest — Experience a six-course tasting menu with wine or zero-proof pairings in a historic setting with bold Mediterranean flavors.

Seasonal Organic Dinner Series

6-9 p.m. — Rodale Organic Gardening Experimental Farm — $175/person — Enjoy seasonally-themed organic dinners featuring local cuisine and a bonfire under the stars.

4th Annual Devonta Smith Celebrity Softball Game

11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. — Coca-Cola Park — Special guest appearances — Enjoy a friendly softball game featuring Devonta Smith and other celebrities for a great cause.

Allentown Fourth of July Celebration

12-10 p.m. — Cedar Beach Park — Free entry — Celebrate Independence Day with live music, family activities, and a spectacular fireworks show.

NTG Live Performance

10:00 p.m. — Vyral lounge & bar — Tickets required — Experience an electrifying live show by the talented NTG in the heart of Allentown.

Brass Transit Concert

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Miller Symphony Hall — Tickets available — Experience the nostalgia of classic hits performed flawlessly by Brass Transit.

Laughs on the Blvd

8-9:30 p.m. — Tipsy's Bar & Lounge — $28.52 for General Admission — Experience a night filled with non-stop comedy and entertainment.

Drive By Truckers Concert

7:00-9:30 PM — Archer Music Hall — Ticket prices vary by seating — Catch the Drive By Truckers live in Allentown for an unforgettable night.